This is a great breakfast spot. They have really good breakfast bagels. The bacon was crispy and I like the white cheese that they used. I also ordered a Thai Iced Tea and it was sweet and refreshing. The glazed donuts are huge and delicious! Service was great and the place feels nostalgic. They even gave me a few donut holes for free. They are super nice. 10/10, would eat more donuts again. read more

6am on a Saturday morning, hours posted indicate they should be open. Guy working behind the counter could see me but had no interest in my business... waved me off. Guess I'll get my donuts elsewhere. read more

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The donuts are never fresh the new owners lost the passion and looks run down. The cases are empty looks like last weeks donut !!!

I decided to go on a donut search / journey and this business was closest to me. It's no frills and a nice selection of donuts, pastries and breakfast sandwiches. There is room to sit and eat or take away. The donuts were fresh and delicious. I had to wait a few extra minutes for the people in front of me to get their food order and the person helping m tossed in a couple donuts to say "thank you for waiting." That was nice and greatly appreciated. Thank you! read more

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Phenomenal donuts when you can actually get them... but that's the problem. They're never open. Amazing flavor, frustratingly inconsistent hours, and way too many wasted trips staring at a locked door, questioning your life choices. read more

Everything went so well! Me and my friend went in the morning just to get a couple of donuts we got a half dozen and the lady gave us extra. She was very kind and let us stay for awhile and she was very helpful and talkative with us! Me and my friend really enjoyed it there and we will be going back to that place! Their donuts were also so fresh and delicious! read more

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Donuts were fresh and service was good. They have coffee but not the traveler version for like work or a large group. Good variety of donuts though. read more

I stopped by this morning at 6am to get a half dozen for the wife and I. Nobody was behind the counter and while I was waiting for someone I saw a COCKROACH in the donut case. Gross, I left immediately. Clean your store, if they're in the case I can't imagine what the kitchen looks like. read more

Checked out this local spot near home for the first time. A bit of a wait because nonstop customers and family owned, but the service and food is good. Variety of drinks, donuts and breakfast sandwiches. He even added an extra donut and donut holes! read more

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Tried Crispy's for the first time last weekend and wow. They are delicious. I got a dozen with a wide variety. The service was fast and he even threw an extra donut and some donut holes. This will be the new donut spot we frequent. read more

Love it! Love the history of this place! Still owned and operated by the niece of the OG Donut King's ex, Christy. If you're a foodie you must watch the incredible documentary on the donut empire- Donut King. It launched my holy-Donut-pilgrimage to visit every chain in the family, lol! The buttermilk glaze and strawberry glaze donuts are delish! Staff is incredibly friendly and kind! Do not confuse American Donut Kings with the Aussie chain. No relation at all. Gotta give 5* props to all true mom and pop donut shops. You will never find harder working, more dedicated people! read more

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This Mom-and-Pop donut shop is a GIFT on Mother's Day! Unassuming from the street, we were wondering whether we should really go in or go back to our usual place, which has decent donuts but nothing to write home about. I am so glad we went in to Crispy's. The dough here is light, fluffy and absolutely delicious. The bear claw was amazing and my family enjoyed their donut holes, pink frosted donut and apple fritter. They say you can't judge a book by its cover. Guess you also can't judge a donut shop by its storefront. read more

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I LOVE the cinnamon roll donut and the chocolate bar donut! I highly recommend it! The seats inside are good because the spin The people are so very kind and are helpful! read more

Very generous and nice people, great donuts. Gave me some extra donuts on the side for buying more.

Solid iced coffee and delicious flakey breakfast sandwiches. Owners are kind and generous, I'll definitely revisit this renowned spot in the community! read more

wow a giant ham & cheese croissant for 6 bucks! I really liked the Thai iced tea and the strawberry croissant. Yummy

A staple of the San Diego community for at least the last 19 years, they've remained uncompromising with ingredients and taste. The owner was formerly the aunt of the current owners and they've updated the scene. Donuts are still 10/10, they're fast, kind and friendly. Seating is available as well as drinks if you want to chill. read more

Old school donut shop located on a busy corner of El Cajon boulevard. Friendly service. When I stopped in midday, they did not have a large selection of donuts to choose from. Luckily they still had some plain donut holes available. Picked up a dozen to go. Good size donuts and tasted good. Decent selection of drinks to choose from. Definitely drop in if in the area. read more

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Best and closest option for simple, quality donuts. The glass case always seems half empty when I come in. And I'm a half full kinda guy.. I don't know if this means they sell a boatload before I arrive, or, the selection is somewhat limited. There really is nothing fancy here, but all of the donuts I've had have been top notch. The one thing that I still remember though from my very first visit - we bought 4 donuts- the unadulterated swagger of the owner- on a level of arrogance who asked me, " I wanna know why you're not buying a dozen." I was caught off-guard a little and replied, " I need to taste them first." I think this happened because we three all went in together. I guess she thought, what can't they eat 4 donuts each? No, no, yes? No. Then the barrage came on full force, and she said, "I have the best donuts in town, I don't care what you hear or read, I sell out completely every day." Ok, ok. I hear you. Yes, they are very good donuts I must confess.. read more

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Just a random stop at Crispy's donuts and I did not regret it. The regular glades and donut holes were sooooo gooood! I'm mad I didn't get more. read more

Small no frills donut shop! The person at the counter asked my husband if he was in the military and gave us a few extra donuts for free. The donuts were all excellent. I wish they had Vietnamese iced coffee. read more

I love this little donut shop. The people were so kind and the donuts were so airy and delicious! 10/10 recommend :)

11$ for a half dozen. Nothing was made today which is what you may expect from a shop that only operates from 5 am to 3 pm. No donuts were made today. Not fresh at all. Terrible. read more

Crispy's Donuts - Half dozen cost 11 bucks and isn't even fresh at 8 in the morning. Didn't seem like anything in the store was made fresh. - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

I found a way to let you win But I never really had a doubt Standing in the light of your halo I got my angel now It's like I've been awakened Every rule I had you break it It's the risk that I'm taking I ain't never gonna shut you out Everywhere I'm looking now I'm surrounded by your embrace Baby, I can see your halo You know you're my saving grace You're everything I need and more It's written all over your face Baby, I can feel your halo Pray it won't fade away I can feel your halo (halo) halo Well, there goes my diet! Crispy apple fritter! Donuts still taste great a day later! Friendly owner...not only did I get a donut hole while ordering, she gave me a free custard filled one with my dozen! Close to my work...yes, I'll be back for more! read more

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This place is always a solid 10/10 the freshest doughnuts EVER! the staff is always beyond friendly we've been going to them for years. If you're looking for a doughnut shop look no more this place will knock your socks off! They also always ended up giving up some doughnut holes for free too! read more

Always a hit. I come here probably every week for an affordable coffee and donut. Just pay in cash. They're ogs though so come in the morning like 6 am for a plethora of options. read more

Super friendly! I went to pick up some Thai food a few doors down and decided to grab a donut. The owner was so sweet and gave me a few donut balls for free. The glazed donut are so fluffy! $1.10 for a basic donut. Well worth it. read more

Pleasant shop. Quiet. Enjoyed sitting on a nostalgic swivel chair while I had my donut and coffee. Would definitely recommend.

Really wanted to like this place because I'm a donut fan but when I arrived the worker was out front smoking. When I went in, he didnt wash his hands before serving the donuts and resumed smoking after I left. Out of concern for this being a health hazard, I didn't even end up eating the donuts :/ read more

Love this place. The new doughnuts are soooo delicious. The prices aren't bad either for the quality!!

The service here is so kind! The little old lady at the front is always so nice, and always greets you with a smile in her eyes(due to Covid, she stays on policy by wearing a mask) and the donuts here are so soft fluffy and decadent! The ham & cheese is my go to breakfast-in-a-hurry, I recommend asking for it hot and they'll warm it up for you in a matter of seconds! read more

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A good donut shop with a friendly lady who chats with you like she knows you but you've never been to the place. I only got an apple fritter...for 1.40....it was on the smaller side but it was made well. The interior was pretty soft, but did lack the appleness. read more

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Favorite donuts I've ever had! We were visiting San Diego and staying nearby. We went two days in a row! Loved the lightness of these donuts! Simple, delicious not overpriced donuts! All donuts we ate were great...chocolate frosted, cream filled, maple, jelly filled and my little one loved the glazed donut holes. The 2nd trip we made to Crispy's, the people in front of us ordered 4 dozen donuts!! Holy goodness! I was having fear I wasn't going to get the donut I had my eye on but luckily I did! Whew! Will definitely be back when in SD! read more

delicious donuts super close to SDSU! small, family owned with the nicest staff. i love their mocha iced coffee and highly recommend it! they also give you some free donut holes with your order :) read more

It's an old school donut shop like you find anywhere really. Nothing fancy. Old fashioned, maple bars, apple fritters and filled, yes please. I got a mixed dozen for $10.99 and the lady behind the counter threw in an extra one for me :) Note: It's cash only. read more

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It's cheap and good selection what else could you want ? The service was great we got in and got out pretty quickly. It's a little weathered down but worth it . read more

When visiting this shop, you can ALWAYS count on getting the BEST pastries, no matter what you choose! From the variety of glazed, twists, chocolate, jelly filled, muffins, cinnamon rolls, bear claws, chocolate cake, etc., etc., etc... Literally, everything is good, moist/fluffy & SUPER fresh! Thank you...Thank you...THANK YOU to the owners of this shop and their commitment to making & selling the College/S.E. community exceptional product @ ALL times read more

just meh. we did go closer to 11 but the donuts were very picked over and there wasn't anything noteworthy. standard donut fare.

Love Love Love Crispy's! We come here every Sunday and pick up a dozen donuts ($11.99) to share with our extended family. We made the mistake of going to a donut chain one time because we didn't have any cash (Crispy's is cash only), and we were reprimanded by our loved ones because they really like Crispy's. Needless to say, we've only gone to Crispy's since. The woman who helps us is always friendly. She points out the donuts that are fresh out of the oven which makes them even tastier (and earns us bonus points with our family). She always makes it a true baker's dozen by throwing in a free donut for us. Not to mention, the donuts are great! I highly recommend Crispy's. read more

The best donuts in the area. More classic style. The glazed donuts are THE BEST! So fluffy but crispy on the outside. Perfection! We talk all of visitors when they come. read more