Raised Doughnuts and Cakes — Restaurant in Seattle

After enjoying some burgers and fries, my husband and I decided to stop by Raised Doughnuts for dessert. We dropped by early this afternoon and there were still a dozen doughnuts behind the glass case, luckily for us. The chocolate bar and glazed donut were just what I had hoped for. The kind of decadent and sweet treat that delivers on taste and quality in small bites. The baker was really engaging, as we talked about local eateries and must try places around the neighborhood, as well as future menu flavors. We are excited to try the everything doughnut (doesn't that sound good?!) coming out next month. The care and thought put into the flavors and combinations shows. They are lightly fried, generously coated and pack a punch of flavor. There is so much variety and something for those that like both the sweet and savory-the kind of imaginative flavors that only someone with a passion for pastries can bring to this kind of work. The coffee that accompanied our donuts was just right. Perfect temperature and taste, even for the most discerning coffee drinker. We are excited for the everything donut with its cream cheese frosting. We will be there bright and early next weekend. It's in Central District, not too far from Tacos Chukis, Uncle Ike's and Feed Co Burgers. And there is a parking spot outside, so you can pull in and pull away in minutes. Don't miss out on great service and, without exaggeration, some of the most delicious handcrafted donuts in the...

TL;DR: One of the best small batch donuts in the WORLD - with great Asian and seasonal flavors.

WE LOVE RAISED DOUGHNUTS! My husband's favorite treat has always been donuts, so we've had our fair share of donuts all around Seattle, Portland, and any international trips - but Raised has always been our favorite!

Every donut is so tastefully (delicious AND instagram able) and thoughtfully (creative flavors) crafted. The classic mochi donut is incredible and wows all the friends we've brought boxes of donuts to. We also love the classic maple bar, any seasonal fritters (like the gingerbread one pictured), and anything with a fruity glaze (like the pandan mochi donut pictured) - yummm.

COVID protocols: the owner Mi has made things so easy and health-first. You can call in to order (and reserve those special flavors cause they go QUICK!) and pick up later in the day or plan ahead and order in advance on their website. The donut shop has 2 parking spots, which are usually free because people just drop by to pick up. Mi is always so kind, personable, and reliable. It's a great experience every time. Since we can't wait to dig in, we end up parking on the street and eating them in the car. 😋

Raised Cakes update (8.12.21): Mi makes custom cakes now and they are SOOOO GOOD! I'm going back to Raised any time I need to...

We visited last weekend and I have seen these donuts all over the internet and people just love them and I desperately wanted to rave from the highest hills as well. Its a super cute shop and I love the logo/packaging and the customer service was fantastic. I have no problem paying for quality if it's warranted but I just didn't feel like the donuts were the quality that people have been raving they are. I really hope I just came in on an off day. We bought one of each variety of the week and they all unfortunately had the fryer oil taste. While the apple fritter was solid, we found the chevre donut to be really unbalanced in favor of pungency not sweet and savory. The orange and toasted coconut were nice but muted in flavor and the cake donut part of it was just ok. The unfortunate disappointment was the mochi donut which was just so greasy and tasted of such. It was however topped with a really lovely bright punchy mango icing which I would have happily ate by the bowl if given the opportunity. My intent isn't to put the shop down with a bad review but just point out the issues with quality because these donuts have a ton of potential and if customers don't give honest feedback there's no way for the shop to know to improve. I hope whoever is reading this takes it as...