Freshly fried, sugar-coated dough balls filled with molten raspberry jam, a nostalgic fixture of the Queen Victoria Market.
3 top-rated spots found
American Doughnut Kitchen
Hot Jam Donuts
Bakery / Street Food
· $
· Melbourne CBD
★★★★½ 4.7
4,500 reviews
Local LegendClassicMust-Visit
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Operating since 1950 from an iconic blue-and-white van, this is the definitive Melbourne donut experience. The texture is legendary—crisp on the outside and pillowy soft inside—with a specific raspberry-plum jam that strikes a perfect balance between tart and sweet.
📍 Queen Victoria Market, Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000 · View on Maps
Dandee Donuts
Traditional Hot Yeast Donuts
Bakery
· $
· Dandenong
★★★★½ 4.8
1,200 reviews
Local LegendHidden GemValue King
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A fierce rival to the CBD icons, Dandee is famous for its vibrant purple-and-gold van and incredibly affordable prices. Their donuts are yeast-raised, making them slightly airier, and they offer a 'double jam' option for those who want a molten core explosion.
Located at one of the city's busiest intersections, Walker's offers a retro 1950s American diner vibe. Unlike the market vans, they inject the warm strawberry jam right in front of you, ensuring a consistent and generous filling every time.
📍 2/26 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000 · View on Maps