Check Out The Goods At The Goods

Finally, an artisan donut shop in Carlsbad.  The Goods, on State Street in old Carlsbad, sells nothing but donuts.  It's the brainchild of the Barille family, whose success with Cafe Topes in Carlsbad, gave them the impetus to expand.  Cafe Topes is breakfast, brunch and lunch, and is known, among other things, for their cinnamon rolls.  Well, their cinnamon rolls are available at The Goods as well, but you better get there early or they'll all be gone.

The bakery bakes in small batches throughout the day, so what you buy is always super fresh.  I popped in around 12:30pm one afternoon, and much of what I wanted was already sold out.  They make big, donuts, a little bigger than standard ones, but they also make mini donuts, about the size of the Hostess donuts you can buy in a bag.  I wanted the minis, as I thought it would be fun to try several flavors.  I got a chocolate ganache (raised), salty carmel (raised), nutella filled with sugar on top, and s'mores, a donut filled with marshmellow creme and topped with graham cracker crumbs and chocolate.  The Goods also makes several vegan and gluten free donuts that looked good, but I can't vouch for their taste.

Prices are high.  Most big donuts are $3.00-$3.50, but they are delicious.  I love to support independent businesses, and this family run shop is one I will try again.  Good food, freshly made all day, and pleasant, helpful service.  You must try The Goods when you're in old Carlsbad, and look for them to stay open for business on weekend evenings.