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Best Donuts

4.2 (109 reviews)
InexpensiveDonuts, Coffee & Tea
Open • 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Apple fritter with tons of cinnamon dumped inside
Wendi O.

***new management review of donuts *** Friendly new staff, they take cards now . Let's start with the donut holes , this is all my kiddo wants to eat and he took a bite out of one and said it tasted weird and didn't want anymore , it's more cake like a little harder than normal . Glazed apple fritter with the apples and cinnamon inside , this is my favorite that I get all the time however , this time, there was so much cinnamon dumped inside the donut that it became overwhelming. Usually it's mixed in with the apples . I thought it was a fluke so my husband ate the second one we got and it was the same way . Not sure if new management got the old managements recipes or training ? But they could use some adjustments , the donuts are more l dry like than normal

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Didi A.

This place is a hidden Gem My kids go to place for donuts Owner is nice Prices are reasonable Everything is freshly baked They do have some drink section and sell coffee and there r 4 small seating areas They do offer crossoint as well but did not try it I did review this place bwfore but this time will post some pictures as well

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Kristin D.

Happened to stumble on this hidden gem on my way home from work this morning and so glad I did! The donuts are so fresh and tasty! The business is clean, and I even noticed kids toys for younger children. Staff was friendly and quick to meet me at the counter to take my order. Delicious all around - highly recommend!

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1 year ago

Great prices. We liked all four donut flavors we tried. Not too sweet, still fresh tasting when we visited in the early afternoon.

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2 years ago

Best donuts and best prices! I live in Chula Vista and I drive here for donuts, they are that good!

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3 years ago

Customer service excellent!! Order a dozen and half for the office. Very delicious and fresh. The price was also affordable. Will be back

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2 years ago

Not my favorite donuts but the owner was very helpful. Glad they are in the neighborhood.

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2 years ago

Good prices, fresh donuts, quick service. What more can you ask for out of a donut shop? Our neighborhood, gem.

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2 years ago

Some of the best donuts I've had in years! The donuts are not cakey I love it! Come and support!

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2 years ago

Good priced and really good donuts and fast service,I stop by before work. I went just this morning and I definitely recommend.

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