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    Best Donuts

    4.4 (136 reviews)
    Open 5:30 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating

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    William C.

    One of the best donut shops around. Came to the area for a tennis tournament for my son and found this place before heading in. Great selections of donuts, fresh, soft and not too sweet. Lady working the counter is super sweet and friendly. Coffee is fresh and great selection of drinks as well. Got some great breakfast sandwich as well. Also the shopping center has DC fast charger too!

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    Alan D.

    I was working in the area and I wanted a little pick me up before my shift started. I saw this place on my radar and had to give it a try. It's a rather small shop, with limited seating. Still, the line was not too long when I arrived, with only one person ahead of me and a lady working the store by herself. I'm a huge fan of old fashions, so I am happy to be able to purchase my chocolate one. I can see this place being popular because when I left, there was a line of 4 people behind me. Chocolate Old Fashion: This was a really good donut. Was fried enough for me to be crispy without being too oily. The chocolate flavor was delicious and coated the donut perfectly for me. A nice little shop to grab donuts. I just wish they had a drink menu for like ice coffee or something similar to that.

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    Samantha H.

    Having been a longtime fan of Donut Wheel, I thought I'd venture out and try Best Donuts after reading that both were listed in The Mercury News' readers' list of best donut shops in the Bay Area. At 10AM on a Saturday, the line was out the door with 5 people waiting to get inside. The line moved quickly, despite there just being one lady working. She was friendly and chatted with everyone as she boxed up their orders. I was disappointed. My faith in Donut Wheel has not been shaken. Even my mom (whose delicate Asian palate enjoys her desserts "not too sweet") found the Best Donuts lacked flavor and sweetness. This is based on the basic raised glazed donuts and holes. My first thought upon popping a donut hole in my mouth was "these are like slightly better versions of Safeway donuts." Texture-wise, I really enjoyed the sprinkle cake donuts. I thought there were too many sprinkles and a lackluster glaze flavor, but the donut itself was fluffy and not overly dense. Btw, love their boxes. They hold a half dozen nicely and are a step up from the standard flimsy white or pink bakery boxes. Note: they prefer cash but will take credit cards (for a small added fee) Final verdict: Would only come here in a pinch. Serviceable donuts, but nothing I'd go the literal extra mile for.

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    Salvador Z.

    I consider myself a donut connoisseur and Best Donuts is simply the best donuts. I come here about twice a month to pick up donuts for my office at the Lab. These two folks who run it are the hardest working couple I know. I'm always greeted with a smile and thanked for my business. My usual order are chocolate, glazed, maple, sugar donuts and donut holes. Fresh coffee is always brewed and appreciated. Only a few tables are available for seating. Most of the business is to go.

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    Esther M.

    I had the purple sprinkle donut and the service here is so nice, I love the owners she's so considerate. I can see why they sell out so quick and have the repeat regular customers.

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    K S.

    I ordered two of their donut cakes! My goodness they were absolutely amazing! Huge hit at our party! I also ordered four dozen donut holes. Yummy!! Super friendly establishment! I enjoyed talking to the wonderful lady that helped me as well!!

    Chris D.

    LOVE best donuts. This IS the best donut shop in Livermore. It's a family business and the staff is amazing. Coffee is great and donuts are super good. Get there as early as you can because there's usually a line (although it doesn't take too long at all). Located on Railroad near Nob Hill.

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    12 years ago

    Great doughnuts for a reasonable price. Always fresh and have plenty of varieties. The workers are very polite and generous.

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    8 years ago

    Great shop. Donuts are always fresh along with the coffee. The best part is the great family that runs it.

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    8 years ago

    The ham and cheese croissants and doughnuts were amazing. I have my secret doughnut spots that I love and adore but this place rocks.

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    Went this morning after shopping at Nob HIll. Loved the service, and the donuts.

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    Wow! I've been coming here for years & am constantly amazed by the food and people. Alexi & Frank…read moreare amazing. Lasagna, rigatoni, garlic bread, spaghetti, meatballs & meatball sandwich are all consistently good! I am looking forward to coming for years more. We drive all the way from Danville :)

    Not gonna mess around with this review. This was simply one of the best sandwiches I've ever had…read more Driving through Livermore looking for a good sandwich, and yelp recommendations came through for me! This place (obviously) has great reviews so I decided to go. And it certainly meets the hype The staff was very friendly--I let them know it's my first time there so I needed a bit of time to look over the menu--and they were very helpful letting me know the options. I got the Friday I'm In Love and it was amazing. Great size, absolutely packed with meat, amazing flavor. This was a 10/10. The garlic spread was delicious, the slaw was seasoned very well, and everything was very fresh and flavorful. Dutch crunch also had great texture. My only possible complaint was that the meat wasn't very evenly distributed as you can see in the pic, but that's a very minor complaint. To reiterate, this was one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Unfortunately I'm not very close to Livermore, but anytime I'm close by in the future, I absolutely want to stop by again. I highly, highly recommend this place for a sandwich!

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    4.7(169 reviews)
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    I've generally had positive experiences coming here. They are family-run, quality-first, and have a…read more"personal" feel that's rare in the Bay. They Sell: - American Lamb (Not Gamey, Delicious) - High-Quality Chicken (Mary's) - Homemade Sausages - Solid Pork/Beef (including Wagyu) - Game Meats, Veal, Seafood - Deli Items - Seasonal: Dry-Age Prime Rib, Heritage Turkey, etc. Over time, I've made a conciencous effort to get my proteins here. My rotation has usually been their chicken leg quarters, ribeyes, lamb rib chops, and pork steaks. Recently, I made tandoori lamb chops (my favorite dish) with their American lamb, and it was honestly one of the best versions I've ever made (photo attached). A few extra notes: * Go during the week if you can. It's less crowded and the experience is more personal -- you get to actually talk to the folks behind the counter. * The walkways are tight. Not their fault, just something to be aware of if you're on the taller or bigger side. * Hours can be tough for a 9-to-5. They're open Wednesday through Friday during the week and close at 5, so I've had a few near-misses trying to swing by after work. Weekends are open, but plan ahead. * Online pricing would be a nice add -- would help with planning. * Wishlist: Would love to see limited offerings of premium versions of other proteins -- Iberico or Berkshire pork, Mary's pasture-raised chicken, Ora King salmon, bluefin tuna. And spirits (bourbon, rum) would be a fun addition. Overall, a great business and a real value-add to the community. I'll keep coming back - highly recommend checking out!

    A great local family-owned butcher shop that has become a staple in the community for the past 6…read moreyears, and hopefully for a very long time going forward! The deli is fantastic, and the sandwiches rotate monthly and seasonally, and are big enough to share, and always hit the spot! The meat selection is always fantastic, and the wide array of sides and specials made by "Mom" are always interesting and hearty as well! The service is always friendly and usually pretty quick, and the atmosphere in the shop is also nice and friendly as well. If you are looking for a nice cut of meat or some flavorful proteins for your grill, this place is a must!

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