Sidecar Doughnuts in Costa Mesa, CA: What to Expect
Tucked away in a Costa Mesa strip mall is Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee, the #1 destination on our list of Orange County’s best donut shops.
Sidecar boasts having the world’s freshest donuts and it’s not hard to understand why—new batches are produced on an hourly basis.
What to Expect
Sidecar has multiple locations now outside of OC but the Costa Mesa location is the flagship store that opened in 2012.
The shop itself is small and cozy with some limited seating outside.
Most customers come here to purchase a box of donuts to-go, along with an espresso drink.
Popular Menu Items
There are seasonal items that rotate but some of the classics are:
Butter and Salt (this is a must-try if it’s your first visit)
Huckleberry
Maple Bacon
There’s also a weekly gluten-free option.
Key Info
Address: 270 E 17th St #18, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Parking: Free lot parking
