Dot’s Pastry Shop

Says critic Craig LaBan: “Established in 1947, this family-run gem’s longevity is rooted in old-fashioned quality, down to the 1930s machine that mechanically wraps each box in string. The sticky buns are the best in Ocean City — satisfyingly rich, but not leaden — while the glazed doughnuts are airy and flavorful, especially the one delicately twisted into the shape of a pretzel. Still, the real treasures are the famous cream-stuffed doughnuts buried in powdered sugar.”