(Dined/Tookout 04/01/22 FR @ 3:00pm and one visit later): I think "dad" helped me with my donuts on this day!
I met a prospective tenant for a nearby property at Dad's Donuts & Bakery for a casual informal sit-down so the both of us could get to know each other. I've driven by this location countless times since it was at the busy intersection of Victory Blvd. and Buena Vista St., and I selfishly took the opportunity to finally try this place. Was it worth the wait for some baked goods!?
PURCHASE
Thai Iced Tea w/Boba 16floz Cup ($4.25): A meal in itself, the flavor was lightly sweet, the consistency was good and flowed smoothly, and there was plenty of chewy but not gooey boba. This was a very good deal! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Na3QBNkGcEAKBqDKppK83g&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
THE "APPLE FRITTER IS TAKING OVER THE WORLD TOUR" CONTINUED...
Apple Fritter ($2.75): Not that I was an apple fritter snob - eff it...yes I was! - but there was a certain way I liked mine. 1st, the price was comparable to the going rate (how I longed for fritters less than $2.00). 2nd, it was relatively round shaped, the thickness and density was exactly what I liked, and more the size of my hand rather than my face (an ode to the great Goldstar Donuts in Van Nuys). 3rd, there was a noticeable amount of apple bits. 4th, the overall dark brown color was nice with several burnt ends (I loved it burnt), and the heavy glaze was more than enough and made for a messy cracking effect. There were several crunchy odd crannies, corners, and nooks which I liked to break off into small little morsels. 5th, it was relatively based on its temperature although it was the afternoon time with minimal hints of oil pockets and gooey apple juices that leaked into your mouth and dripped down your throat. Overall, it had complete value - 5.0 STARS. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=UPKkmraS8kz6lwSqjRyx5A&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
Glazed Buttermilk Bar ($1.85): A short and stout heavy-glazed creamy bar of goodness I had for breakfast the next day, twenty-five seconds in the microwave softened it up as it easily fell apart while it slightly burned my mouth. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Qkj3JvcL5W85XzBQppbd5w&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
Rainbow Sprinkles White Frosting Cake Donut ($1.60): A sweet treat that always put a smile on my face, I enjoyed this for dessert the next day with a little help from the microwave. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=BvzQsLbSUzzSaVzAB3d5xQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
Credit Card Charge ($0.50): I've grown familiar with this especially from small business, and I was fine with it.
SERVICE
Kindly greeted by a friendly older gentleman, he quickly took my order, made my drink, and minutes later my entire order was ready. All was good with no complaints as I made myself comfortable - thank you!
PARKING (FREE)
They shared a relatively small lot within a little strip mall with a handful of other businesses, so finding a spot was difficult at times. Thankfully, I lucked out and pulled right in front. Otherwise, there seemed to be plenty of spots along the main drag of Victory Blvd. - 'nuff said.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
A standard shop with multiple donut display cases, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=kB9rok81Deo123XHptO-Yg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw easily legible drink and food menus/prices boards up on the wall behind the counter, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=LprVo5ryHWEI0hzXVjQ3Nw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw a few tables and chairs to enjoy your food onsite, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=koWRqbiMs1Tr3UrOC7jJuA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw and some fun Disney drawings hung on the wall. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=j5uVcZHbuLrTpWNVA4tGNA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Plenty of natural lighting came through the large glass windows and doors while soul-sucking fluorescent electric ceiling lights covered the rest. There were no TVs nor any background music. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=tri-ngAfb7YyN8HVyWWLpg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops.
OVERALL
Dad's Donuts & Bakery fulfilled all my needs and would definitely return. Everything tasted well, the prices were very comparable, and the service was quick and easy. They also sold coffee/drinks/juices/tea, sandwiches, various snacks, and more! Plus, it was always a pleasure to support a mom & pop small business. And, they had no public restrooms. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $11.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS read more