There’s a fairly simple way to explain how much I like Cafe Knotted in Century City: I once bought and ate six of its Dubai chocolate donuts in one day. That probably says more about my affection for this place than any rating could.
But the chocolate donut isn’t the only reason I recommend Knotted. The cream and the banana latte deserve some attention, too.
The cream is what I love about Knotted
The cream tastes wonderfully smooth and soft to me, without being overly sweet. That balance is what I like most. I can enjoy the cream itself without feeling that sweetness takes over every bite.
If you’re deciding whether to try the cream donuts at Knotted, that’s my reason for saying yes. The cream is what I’d want you to taste first.
Don’t skip the banana latte
The banana latte is a must-try in my book. I’d put it on the order alongside a donut, rather than treating the drink as an afterthought.
The official Century City menu lists Banana Latte among its signature cream-top lattes. If you’re going for the first time and want a drink recommendation from me, this is it.
The Dubai chocolate donut I bought six of
The Dubai chocolate donut is my favorite to talk about because I have that slightly ridiculous six-in-a-day story to go with it. I liked it enough to buy and eat that many. Start with one and see whether you share my enthusiasm.
If you’re choosing just one flavor based on this review, that would be my pick. Dubai Chocolate is also listed on the official Century City menu; check with the shop for availability on the day you visit.
Up there with Sidecar, for my taste
Sidecar Doughnuts is a useful point of comparison for me: I think Knotted is good enough to sit alongside it on my personal list of donut spots. If you enjoy Sidecar and are curious about Knotted, I’d happily recommend giving it a try.
What earns Knotted that place for me is straightforward: cream I really enjoy, a banana latte I’d recommend, and a Dubai chocolate donut I clearly have a weakness for.
Finding Knotted at Westfield Century City
This story is about the Westfield Century City location at 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 9280, 2nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90067. The shop’s official location page places it next to The Container Store.
Open directions to Knotted Century City, or check the official location page for current hours before heading out.
Written from personal experience under the pen name Jim Kim, with AI assistance for editing and translation. Menu and address information checked on September 23, 2026.