DUMBO Doughnuts & Coffee — Restaurant in Tokyo

Disappointing. The venue is super cute, and while the doughnuts are not that sweet they are acceptable by Japanese standards. I'm not going to hold them for my pallet being messed up by years of sugar and salt being piled into my food.

What I will hold against them is the fact that my doughnut was not fresh at all. The flavors in my Earl Grey doughnut were bland. The doughnut was both too dry and also soggy on the bottom.

The second star is for decor and a cute doughnut but mostly because I feel bad giving it one star, it didn't give me food poisoning... But also I don't think that should be the bar you're...

It's a strange thing finding very much American style donuts in Tokyo, but the end result is worthwhile if on the expensive side.

Good variety of flavors, from a thick, bread-like old fashioned to a sweet glazed framboise or maple. Icings are on the sweet and soft aide, so bring a napkin. The iced donuts can squish easily because they are so soft, so be aware of this during transit.

Location is great for walking or biking, on the second floor from the street.

Prices are a bit high at around ￥400 per donut, but the taste and texture are perfect. A good respite from your average...

The donuts are definitely American style, in both size and dough texture. The flavors aren’t as overwhelmingly sweet as American sweets tend to be, but I found the lemon poppyseed one to be disappointing compared to the earl grey and raspberry flavors. The coffee was also just decent despite the cafe price. I’d come back if I’m craving an American donut and just...