One of California’s most acclaimed artisan donut brands, Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee, is officially heading beyond state lines — with its first Utah location launching in Salt Lake City’s Sugar House neighborhood later this year.
📍 Location: 701 E. 2100 S., Salt Lake City, UT
📅 Opening: Late 2025 (Exact date to be announced)
This marks a major milestone for the premium donut brand as it makes its first-ever out-of-state expansion.
🍩 What Makes Sidecar Doughnuts So Special?
Sidecar Doughnuts isn’t your average coffee-and-donut chain. Founded in Costa Mesa, California, it has quickly built a cult following for its elevated, chef-driven approach to donuts — blending fine ingredients, seasonal flavors, and artisanal methods.
🌟 Signature Flavors Include:
- Huckleberry Glazed
- Strawberry Buttermilk
- Butter & Salt Cake Donut
- Maple Bacon
- Guava Coconut
All donuts are made fresh every hour, ensuring peak taste and texture for every customer.
☕ Artisan Coffee & Drink Lineup
Beyond donuts, Sidecar also takes pride in its curated specialty beverage program, which will be featured in the new Utah location:
- Black Onyx Mocha
- Banana Bread Latte
- Classic Drip Coffee & Espressos
- Seasonal Cold Brews
Pairing top-tier coffee with gourmet donuts is central to Sidecar’s “donut as an experience” philosophy — a key differentiator in the premium café market.
🌄 Why Salt Lake City?
The brand’s choice of Sugar House, a vibrant and creative Salt Lake City district, reflects its strategy of entering trend-forward neighborhoods with strong food cultures.
Utah’s growing appetite for high-quality coffee shops and experiential food brands makes it an ideal entry point for Sidecar’s national ambitions.
💼 Franchise Opportunity? Not Yet — But Keep Watching
As of now, Sidecar Doughnuts is not a franchise brand — all current and planned stores are corporate-owned.
However, their steady expansion and strong customer base may lay the foundation for future franchising opportunities. Investors and donut entrepreneurs should keep an eye on this brand as it tests new markets.
📈 Industry Insight from DonutFranchiseMaster.com
Sidecar’s move into Utah is another signal that:
- The premium donut market is thriving
- Consumers want craft, freshness, and unique pairings
- Single-origin coffee + gourmet donuts is the new sweet spot
- Non-franchise brands may expand slowly — leaving room for independent operators and franchisees to fill the demand
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