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    Chani's Donuts

    4.8 (146 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Jason W.

    I've passed by Chani's Donuts a few times and have always been curious, so it was a no-brainer to stop by after getting a sandwich next door. The inside of the shop is very colorful, but also a tiny bit confusing. Luckily, the friendly cashier/attendant explained everything to me and I was good to go after a few minutes. I went with six donuts with a vanilla topping. These aren't your standard donuts. They're about a third the size of a regular donut, so six of them doesn't turn me into Homer Simpson. The donuts were super crispy on the outside and cake-like on the inside. The vanilla topping wasn't too sweet. I absolutely loved these things and I'm looking forward to going back to try other flavors and buy them for friends.

    Jane A.

    BEST MINI DONUTS (5 stars) Tiny yet mighty. Do not compare mini donuts to the other mini donut shops around San Diego - these are executed differently. Fried fresh and on the spot, crunchy outer layer with a soft inside. Can be flavored to your choice OR eat them plain. And the best part... they are allergen free, gluten-free, and vegan mini donuts! There are a lot of different flavors to get. The one's I've tried so far.... - Raspberry Truffle - Plain - Churro - Cinnamon Roll They are ALL good but something about it just being plain was very satisfy. I love the crunch and basic flavor with a hint of cake flavor in the batter. I wish I could keep this little place a secret but I want them to stay successful and in business. Until the next review....

    Lilly G.

    The absolute most delicious vegan mini donuts I've ever had!! They are gluten free, 2g of sugar, 6g carbs and top ten allergen free! My phone order was ready when I arrived and the staff were so friendly and sweet. Loved how cute and clean the place is. Thank you for my complimentary donuts for being the driver of my pickup order

    Cala P.

    These donuts were delicious! The person at the counter gave us a variety since we couldn't decide on a flavor, and all of them are amazing. Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. I love that they're small so you can try all the flavors without getting over full. I also couldn't tell that the donuts were vegan or allergen free, they taste comparable to regular donuts! However, I would recommend that the company post their flavors somewhere. I tried to check online before going in and the link seems to be broken. I also checked their Instagram and usually businesses will have a weekly flavors or current flavors pinned / posted but didn't see any. All in all, we will be back for sure!

    The sign of the price of the dozen donuts, not what we paid
    Ginger W.

    Recommend the donuts as for me, it's hard to find fresh gluten free donuts. The two servers were well aware of all the ins/outs of the product and for the most part patient with us as this was our first time there. The one thing we drew attention to was the price of a dozen donuts as the sign outside did not match with what we were charged. When asked they didn't seem concerned with the signage and still charged us what they said was the new price Ambience was cute, setup for how the product started to when it was handed to you went well I said yes because all in all it was a nice time. Probably 3.5-4 rating

    John S.

    If you're looking for donuts that blow your mind and just so happen to be gluten-free, egg-free, AND dairy-free -- Chani's Donuts is a must-visit. As someone who's constantly navigating food allergies and intolerances, finding treats that are both safe and delicious can feel nearly impossible. But Chani's? Game-changer. Every bite of these deep fried donuts offers a little crisp on the outside and soft center with flavor -- you'd never guess they're allergen-friendly. Whether you're celiac, vegan, or just trying to avoid common allergens, you're not missing out on anything here. In fact, these might be the best donuts!.

    May 2025 menu
    Jenna B.

    Really tasty donuts, small so they're poppable and easy to eat 6-12 in one sitting. The staff was so friendly and helpful, and it's a fun shop with decent seating. I did take mine on a 6 minute car ride home and unfortunately all the drizzle toppings slid right off so the three flavors were pooled together instead of being separate.

    Donuts!!  Vegan and Gluten Free.
    Jocy C.

    My friend was craving donuts one day, so a quick Yelp search later on "Gluten Free Donuts", I found Chani's Donuts. Chani's (Shaw-nees) Donuts opened in November 2023 in the Kearny Mesa / Tierrasanta area of San Diego near the I-15. They market themselves as "Allergen Free" meaning no eggs, no dairy, no gluten. Vegan donuts made from rice, sorghum, and tapioca flours. Their menu - mini donuts! Most common is to order a dozen at a time. There are a variety of flavors to choose from. I selected Churro, Cinnamon, Powdered Sugar, Pink Lemonade, & Strawberry flavors. Yum! My friend and I finished the entire box within a day. LOL. Service is friendly & helpful. Ambiance is fun! Small shop with a circus theme. ENJOY!!

    Iced Coffee 1 Dozen Mini-Donuts- in a boat
    Sharalyn D.

    It's rare to come here when there isn't a line but this morning must've been my lucky day! The donuts were perfect and when I was unsure about which toppings to get today, I was recommended "cherry pie" and a "pb & j" (the 'pb' is sunflower butter -- keeping with the allergen free promise). Both of their recommendations were AMAZING and the perfect combo. I love using the last donut to scoop up all the extra toppings lol Employees are always helpful and kind! I love stopping by anytime I'm traveling the 15 :)

    Ok I couldn't wait to eat some so yummy!!!!
    Yvette A.

    Wow!!!!! This place is the real deal. The donuts are delicious!!! The owner is so sweet!!! They are having a one year anniversary on Nov. 2nd. I ordered the skor donuts and cinnamon assortment. I'm addicted. Please support this business it's a gem.

    Party Tray of 6 Dozen Mini-Donuts Party Tray of 6 Dozen Mini-Donuts
    Dalena N.

    I had order the Party Tray 72 count donuts and had them delivered through UberEats for my colleague's birthday. The 3 flavors I chose were strawberry, premium dark ganache and assorted. Everyone raved about how delicious they were. These mini donuts are truly mini and the size match up to about 1/2 a toothpick. Making them super snack-able that company ladies won't feel guilty about eating them. Vegan, dairy free and gluten free thus most people with dietary restrictions can enjoy them. The donuts looked so pretty! I really appreciate that for the assorted flavors, Chani's Donut did give us a good variety of flavors. I was so happy to hear that they tasted as good as they looked. I'd paid about $71 ( $45.94 for donuts + $3 for premium dark ganache flavor + $4 tax + $11 Uber fee + $7 tip). I'm definitely ordering these again at the company potluck but picking them up to save some money on Uber delivery cost.

    Maq M.

    BOMB! SO GOOD! i'd take a bucket of them! my wife had the plain and loved them. i had the vanilla cream, soo good. only complaint would be the man working/: he could be a little warmer but hey, i guess we all have bad days..

    Agnes D.

    All Vegan and GF donuts, top-10 allergen free! Similar to a bakery in Hillcrest, except this one is all about DONUTS! Clean, nice ambience. Very helpful staff, this was my first time here today and staff nice enough to explain the different combo flavors. Basically, they are mini sized donuts, u pick the flavor, they arrange the minis in the box and finish them off by adding the flavored topping. So far, i def like the cinnamon surprise and Love Bug. They are def soft especially when you eat it right away. The only thing is because it is a mini size, i def taste the oil or that the donuts are more oily than if i were to compare it with another shop's reg size donut. Nonetheless, it's worth the drive. Will def try other combos!

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    Incredible donuts and cupcakes, gluten and dairy free! I am using them for my wedding desserts! Highly recommend!

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    Ask the Community - Chani's Donuts

    Good morning, does Chani's Donuts have paleo donuts?

    I know theyre safe from the 9 known allergens found in foods and are gluten free, and that theyre very delicious donuts. As far as paleo, im not sure.

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