Welcome to Bear Donut
At Bear Donut, located in the heart of New York’s Koreatown, every bite tells a story of culinary innovation and tradition. Specializing in both brioche and mochi donuts, they blend unique flavors like Scallion Cream Cheese and Cookies 'N Cream, offering a delightful twist on classic treats. The chewy texture of their mochi donuts, crafted from sweet rice flour, invites a new experience unlike traditional pastries. With an inviting ambiance and responsive staff, Bear Donut creates a warm environment perfect for indulgence. Whether you're savoring a PB&J Brioche or a Passion Fruit Mochi, each creation promises to satisfy any sweet tooth.
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40 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001 Hotline: (646) 476-5199
Welcome to the delightfully charming world of Bear Donut, nestled in the heart of New York’s K-Town at 40 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001. This unique donut shop has quickly carved a space for itself by offering an array of innovative treats that blend traditional recipes with contemporary twists.
Bear Donut specializes in mochi donuts, using sweet rice flour to create a completely different texture compared to classic yeast or cake donuts. The result? A chewy, satisfying bite that makes these donuts a beloved indulgence. With prices hovering around $4.25 for the mochi delights, creating a perfect sweet moment is entirely within reach.
- Toasted Coconut: A chewy mochi donut enveloped in toasted coconut, perfect for those who adore tropical flavors.
- S'mores: Marshmallow fluff glaze topped with a dark chocolate drizzle, capturing the essence of campfire classics.
- Pistachio: Glazed in an exquisite pistachio icing, providing a nutty burst of flavor.
- Passion Fruit: The Easter edition features a delightful passion fruit glaze accented with nutritious chia seeds.
But the offerings don’t stop there. Bear Donut also offers Brionuts, brioche donuts that take indulgence to another level. Each brionut is filled with rich creams, such as:
- Strawberry Brionut: A decadent filling of strawberry cream, adorned with fresh strawberries and a chocolate drizzle.
- Creme Brulee Brionut: Perfect for those with a sweet tooth, featuring a creamy interior and a glossy white chocolate glaze.
- Scallion Cream Cheese: A daring sweet-savory combination, topped with everything bagel seasoning for a nod to brunch favorites.
Many visiting Bear Donut rave about the customer experience. The welcoming staff guide you through the delightful range of options and ensure you’re never in short supply of fresh, warm donuts. Reviews emphasize the quick service and the charming ambiance that beckons each guest.
As Kent H. said in his review, "Shakes and hot chocolates are tasty, especially the ube/taro,” highlighting the beverage pairings available to complement the donuts. Carmen P. enjoyed her savory Classic Melt, proving that Bear Donut doesn’t just cater to sweet tooth cravings.
When engaging with the unique textures and innovative flavors at Bear Donut, you’re treated to a sensory experience that transcends the average donut shop. The mochi’s chewy goodness meets the brioche’s fluffy decadence, making each bite an adventure for your palate. With this dynamic menu and a cozy environment, Bear Donut stands as a must-visit for both locals and visitors alike. Don't miss out on indulging in one (or a few!) of their exquisite creations during your next visit to New York City.
Quick service. Shakes and hot chocolates are tasty, especially the ube/taro. Donuts have nice texture, not just fluff.
Stopped by last Thursday morning for breakfast. Lots of donut flavors here that I wanted to try, but I was in the mood for something savory. I ordered the Classic Melt, which has egg and cheese in between mochi donut. It was tasty but wish it was bigger because it wasn't very filling. I do want to come back to try the brioche donuts! The space is small so there's very limited seats inside.
We stumbled on this place going home. As soon as I looked in the window, I fell in love. I walked in And was greeted by the young man that worked there He was kind, courteous, and knowledgeable I asked about medical alternatives and the lady that was there with him quickly responded The assortment of donuts are really good I got a glaze for my wife who loved it and I got myself a peanut butter and jelly. It was amazing to the point where I licked my fingers!! My wife got a vanilla latte with oat milk and it was delicious I highly recommend checking the spot out
I got two lavender donuts for delivery. Unfortunately I only received one donut... which was kind of sad but the donut itself was sooo good! Perfectly chewy mochi texture, not too heavy or oily, and the lavender frosting was perfectly sweet. The cold brew latte was also really good! Perfect amount of milk and the coffee tasted fresh.
I tried double milk tea cream and scallion cream cheese one. It's sooo good. My fav is definitely scallion cream cheese. The perfect balance between green onion and cream cheese. BTW for milkcream one, it can sellout fast so I would recommend coming early.
I found Bear Donut as I passed by a couple times and saw they sell hot chocolate with marshmallows. So I came back later and got that. The hot chocolate was real drinking chocolate and you can get it with any type of milk. I got it with oat milk. The hot chocolate was on the border of too sweet but I still liked it. I also got some donuts. I got a box of 6. My favorite was the raspberry and the chocolate with chocolate cereal on top. I also likes the lavender. The seasonal strawberry filled one was ok. The plain glaze was the best. I also got a strawberry donut. All the donuts seem to be made with rice flour as they are all a bit chewy in texture. Tip: behind the donut counter is a rack where the freshly made donuts are. You can ask them what donuts are freshly made and request those.
If you're a donut lover, Bear Donut is a must-visit. From the moment you walk in, the smell of fresh, warm donuts pulls you in, and the charming decor makes you want to stay. Brightly lit with all the beautiful donuts on display. The menu is creative and packed with options--from classic glazed to exciting flavors like raspberry or lavender honey. I tried the cookies and cream. and it was pure perfection: light, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweet. If you're into something indulgent, the chocolate crunch is a total showstopper. The staff is friendly and helpful, making the experience even sweeter. Pair your donuts with a hot coffee or their house - made hot coco- it's the perfect combo. Whether you're grabbing a quick treat or taking home a dozen, Bear Donut is a place that hits the spot every time. Highly recommend for anyone craving a little sugar-filled treat!
Cute donut shop that opened up in Ktown! I saw that they offered coffee and mochi donuts so I decided to check it out. They offer donuts in packs of 4, 6, and 12. I made the mistake of ordering a box of 8 and missed out on the discounted prices for 6 or 12. The Double Milk Tea seemed to be the most popular flavor because it was not in the display when I arrived. Luckily, the staff was making more in the back and I got to try one. The cream was light and fluffy and it did taste like milk tea. My husband tried their Coffee Toffee and found it to be stale/hard. It must have not been a fresh donut. We both enjoyed the S'mores as the toasted marshmallow frosting/glaze was similar to the real thing.