Shortstop Coffee & Donuts in Melbourne

If you're visiting Melbourne and craving delicious donuts, you absolutely cannot miss Shortstop Coffee & Donuts. This shop is incredibly popular among both locals and tourists because their donuts are not your average treats—they are meticulously crafted and uniquely flavored. Here, you'll find a variety of donut styles, not just the typical fried ones. They offer Raised (soft and fluffy donuts), Cake (dense, cake-like donuts), Cruller (crispy on the outside, soft on the inside twisted donuts), and Filled (stuffed donuts), providing a range of textures to enjoy. Creative flavors The menu changes seasonally, but their signature flavors that receive rave reviews include Maple Walnut & Brown Butter (a maple walnut donut glazed with brown butter) with a perfect balance of aroma and sweetness, and Earl Grey & Rose, which combines the taste of Earl Grey tea with a hint of rose. All donuts are freshly made in-house daily, ensuring top-notch quality and taste. The price per donut generally ranges from $5 to $8 AUD. If you want to try multiple flavors, it's recommended to go for a Box of 6 or Box of 12 for better value. This shop is also renowned for its coffee, made with high-quality beans from leading roasters, making it the perfect pairing with their donuts. Limited seating The shop is relatively small with limited seating, so most people opt for takeout. Getting there Shortstop is located at 12 Sutherland St, Melbourne VIC 3000, in Melbourne's CBD, near Melbourne Central and not far from other attractions.