Best Sweet Treats Escapes Restaurants in Mid-Wilshire
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
SK Donuts & Croissant
Long-running family donut shop known for SKronuts, maple bacon bars, and a massive menu.
Notable Picks
8.5
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Sweet Treats Escapes
Family-owned since 1989, SK Donuts & Croissant is a Miracle Mile standby where lines form for maple bacon bars, SKronuts, and classic cake donuts at all hours of the day. With thousands of high-rating reviews and a constant stream of regulars, it’s the go-to spot when you want creative donuts and croissant hybrids without spending much.
Must-Try Dishes:
Maple bacon bar, SKronut (croissant-donut hybrid), Apple fritter
What Makes it Special: Long-running family donut shop known for SKronuts, maple bacon bars, and a massive menu.
#2
Roji Bakery
8.4
Roji Bakery is a Japanese-style bakery café from owner Mizuki Shin that has been serving shokupan, melon pan, and croissant-style pastries to Mid-Wilshire and Beverly Grove for around two decades. The case leans into Japanese flavors like Earl Grey, matcha, and curry alongside European techniques, making it a favorite for both sweet treats and light lunch sandwiches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shokupan milk bread loaf, Melon pan with custard cream, Earl Grey scone
What Makes it Special: Japanese-influenced bakery where shokupan, melon pan, and tea-scented pastries anchor a deep pastry case.
Worthy Picks
#3
FRO
7.7
Located at the La Brea Tar Pits, FRO is a plant-based creamery specializing in soft serve built from cold-pressed juice. Visitors customize bowls and cups with fruit and crunchy toppings, creating lighter, vegan-friendly frozen treats before or after museum time.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kiwi sorbet bowl, Honeydew soft serve, Build-your-own fruit-topped FRO cup
What Makes it Special: Plant-based soft serve built from cold-pressed juice near the Tar Pits.