The quality of the donuts has gone down, down, down since a couple bought it after Danny's death. I would go anywhere else.

Fabulous donuts! Get there early as they run out quickly. Definitely with it. Would recommend to anyone.

I went today after calling and finding out they have VEGAN donuts!!!! I was so excited because I usually drive pretty far for them, and north county is lacking in the vegan game. They only have them on the weekends, they are strawberry cake donuts. You can also get them glazed on the spot (maple or chocolate). They currently keep them off display which makes me sad, but there is a sign on the window which is awesome! My advice for the business is, pre glaze some of these delicious cruelty free pastries, and put them on display! They taste amazing, but my glaze was not cooled and hardened like the other donuts on display. The workers are really sweet, and the location is really cute. Could use some more plants and flowers and decorations considering it's next door to the flower shop! Support each other! Go vegan! For more vegan information, check out some easily accessible Netflix documentaries "What the health" and "Cowspiracy". You can also search "vegan" on YouTube and watch the free film "Earthlings". read more

Best donuts! Love the vegan ones, they are heavenly!!! There's a good sized menu, which I order from on occasion, but it's hard to not just go for the donuts displayed in the window! Oh, and the juices are amazing, too! I just love this spot, a Vista classic. read more

These donuts are no joke! Their menu says they have the #6 (of 25) best blueberry cake donut so I tried one and it was legit amazing. It was lighter than most cake donuts and airy and fragile, with the faintest tang of oil offset by a wonderfully crisp, crunchy donut bottom. I tried my friend's and went back to get one for myself, it was that good. Seriously, give it a shot! I also had the old-fashioned which was an excellent old-fashioned but not a revelation like the blueberry. Come here early because they sell out late morning and then no more donuts! We went around 10:45am on a Friday and there were a measly dozen left, mostly old-fashioneds, blueberry cake donuts, and sprinkles. I hear the early morning line can get long so prepare to wait. It's worth it. I'm not in the area very often but next time I'm back I'll definitely hit up Danny's. That blueberry tho! read more

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First time trying this place! Came around at about 8 A.M. on a rainy day, and they had a good selection of donuts and pastries still available. I ordered a chocolate nut cake donut, a chocolate long john, a regular glazed, chocolate croissant, and a caramel frappucino. They do charge $0.50 extra if you use card and the total is under $10, so bringing cash would be the ideal thing. Service was friendly, and prices are fair. I almost forgot my card and the guy serving me hailed me to pick it up so I don't forget it, which was nice. Onto the things I ordered - I loved all of what I ordered! The chocolate croissant was perfect. Pillowy, not too sweet, good amount of chocolate filling. Donuts were fluffy and the glazes were the right amount. If you are not much of a donut person, you at least need to try the frappucino and liquados (?). They're such a good price, and good quality too! I usually love going to Starbucks, but after coming here I am a convert. Seriously, $2.79? Run to here, don't walk. With this one you can taste the right amount of coffee, cream, and caramel. So much better than any other franchise. I definitely will be back to try their smoothies and Texas donuts when they're available. read more

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The vegan donuts are so good! Thank you for carrying this option. So nice to see a a Vista classic adding these options. You guys rock. Please start carrying them all week if possible!! Love the new recipe - they're even better than the old ones. read more

I have been craving a donut for about a week now... I have heard of how good Danny's donuts are and to get their blueberry glazed donut. SO.. I tried it and it was OMG so good. It was fluffy, just the right amount of blueberry and basically tasted like a blueberry muffin but with a donut consistency. The glaze was amazing and not too overpowering. I would definitely buy my donuts from here again! It is under new ownership and the lady that owns it is super sweet. Go try them!!! read more

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My housemates put me on to this place when I moved here and how totally awesome it is. First off, the quality and freshness of their donuts is outstanding and always consistent. My favorite donut is the pistachio donut and their chocolate coconut donut, soo good! Their 2 open faced bagel sandwich with bacon, avocado and turkey on melted cheddar cheese and cream cheese, is also my very favorite thing there!!! Their coffee beverages is really good and well priced I think. The last but definitely not least is their really friendly and great customer service. Danny's Donuts is a real hidden gem, check them out, I recommend highly! read more

My favorite place because it's in the middle of two main streets near my house. I stop in real quick in the morning, hop in hop out. Grab a breakfast bagel and ice coffee and I'm out heading to work. No traffic getting in or out. read more

If you're looking a good donutery in NoCo, Danny's Donuts is a good spot to check out. I'm not usually in Vista nowadays, but this place seems pretty new, and I hope it sticks around. The establishment is a small one. You walk up and see what you want in the window, ask the nice ladies, and you walk away with yummy foods. Based on the reviews, the apple betty was on my list. It is a must try. I'd liken it to a bear claw but in a more traditional bar form (with some foldy magic) and a nice cinnamon sprinkle. Unlike most bear claws that have that pre-made, McDonalds apple pie type filling, these things tasted more like real apple pie. Delicious. And the donut texture was just about perfect. Light, soft, and chewy. I know some people might not like them that way. I also got my standard Boston cream. A little sadly, it was on the small side. The custard filling was quite good though. If you're looking to go here sometime soon (early 2016 for future readers), there's a bunch of construction going on, so Santa Fe is one way going east. When you see the sign with arrow pointing to Danny's, turn there or else you'll have to practically make a loop around town to get back. Anyway, a solid 4 with potential. I'll be back soon to try other things. read more

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Almost don't want to write this because more folks may come to buy donuts here. These donuts are the best in N San Diego. Can't speak for S San Diego. I have been coming here for years and everytime me and my family are blown away. So delicious and consistent. Need to come early though as they do sell out. Came yesterday at 10am and bought the last 8 donuts they had. All were spectacular. Hope this place continues on and on. read more

The Apple Betty (cross between an apple fritter and cinnamon roll) + the blueberry are both TO DIE FOR. The best donuts I've had in my life and let me tell you, I've been around the donut block. Do yourself a favor and get both of these donuts EVEN if you're not normally a fruity donut person. You will be converted - I was! read more

Vegan donuts!! They offered 3 different kinds... chocolate, plain and maple! They were amazing!! Service was great too!! Options for everyone!! read more

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Maybe update your Yelp if you decide to close for a week so people don't drive 30 mins one way for nothing.

I'm not one that's big on donuts. That was until I tried out Danny's Donuts! Seriously amazing. The employees are really nice which makes the experience that much better. If you're in a rush or have somewhere to be, plan accordingly because the wait can be a little long if you're ordering more than the donuts on the shelf. Worth the wait. read more

Just go here and be so grateful that you exist in a dimension and on a timeline that coincides with donuts. Think about it and you will be amazed at the luck you have to be living at such a spatial and temporal intersection of wonder. Get an apple betty or you're wasting the infinitesimally small amount of time you have been granted to experience that which we call fried dough. They also have a thing they call a cappuccino. It isn't a real cappuccino so I suspect it is from another dimension. This is a thing that has a slight coffee flavor with a lot of cream and sugar and maybe even some chocolate? I had something like this at an Italian restaurant in Vegas once. So if you know what I'm talking about then you know what it tastes like. It is good, but not real coffee. You have been warned. read more

The donuts were great. We loved the blueberry and Apple Betty, but the others we got were very good as well. I have lived here for 16 years and finally got around to coming here. Will be back soon. read more

This was the third donut shop I went to because the first two were closed, and I have never been so happy with my luck. This is a true family establishment. From helping me choose donuts for kids to making sure there was the right amount of almond milk in the iced coffee, Danny's Donuts is a must go! Also, the donuts were FANTASTIC! The blueberry, a recommendation from the staff, was by far my favorite, but the kids loved the Oreo and fruity pebbles donuts! Will definitely be coming back! read more

By far the best donuts I've ever had! The Apple Betty didn't disappoint and wanted to buy a dozen to take back to our resort, but I knew they would be gone by the end of the day. Totally didn't disappoint! We also had the old fashioned donut that was perfect. No need to dip your donuts in coffee here. So ready to go back to this place! read more

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What can I say about Danny's Donuts. This is the other donut place that I go to especially for their delicious blueberry donuts as it's a winner in my book. I came in last week for National Boss Day and had to get a dozen for the department. It's a bit steep for a dozen - $11. It is because I had about 4 blueberry donuts in the mix. I'm a big fan of cinnamon roll donuts and good ol fashion chocolate bar so had them get those as well and the rest were random. For my purchase, they offered a free small coffee which I kindly declined. I am notorious in spilling liquids in my car and not a good way to start the day with spilled coffee in the car. Plus I don't clean my car (my husband does) so not going to have him clean spilled coffee. **I tried their pistachio donuts. They're alright. Others have sworn by them. I love pistachios and donuts separately but not together. I would come a lot more but as I don't really indulge in donut eating anymore as much as Homer Simpson. So if you are a donut lover, I highly recommend this place and oh yeah if you didn't know that they take credit cards now. (A co-worker didn't go as much as they only took cash before) read more

If you don't like Danny's I don't like you. Staff is lovely, donuts are great, sandwiches rock.

I've driven by Danny's Donuts, well after they closed, many times. Luckily, I remembered my desire to try their blueberry cake donuts early one morning and scooted down to Vista in time to get one. So glad I did! The outside of these donuts are crisp and the inside is moist. The glaze is light, making it a slightly sweet addition. All these things make for the most delicious blueberry cake donuts. After my trip, someone brought blueberry donuts to a church function -- I knew they were from Danny's at first bite. Prior to Danny's Donuts, the only place I've had great cake donuts was in Orange County. Thanks for saving me from that trip! read more

Finally tried this place for the first time. I'm not an expert, but I've been eating old fashioneds my whole life and theirs are a tad bit better than any I've had. A hint of nutmeg, clove maybe? Whatever they do, it works. Also tried an apple Betty? Cross between an apple fritter and a cinnamon bun kind of, again, whatever, it was the bomb. Don't eat doughnuts often but when we do it will be here. read more

Very easy to find and the options of doughnuts are pretty vast, or to the least they cover all aspects of what type of doughnuts you would be in the mood for. Crueler, old fashion or even a jelly doughnut they got em here! I opted for a chocolate crueler and a maple bar doughnut. Both tasted pretty good but not the best. It's definitely a doughnut shop I'd recommend if you are in the area and worth checking out. They do have outside patio seating since the shop is set up like a lemonade stand. No seating inside and you order through a small window. Coffee is served here as well but I didn't get a chance to try any of them. Overall, it's worth checking out and bringing the friends and family too. Plenty of parking and seating and if you want a breakfast type croissant instead, they got you covered here too! read more

Placed an order for my sons birthday and they lost the order. I only ordered a dozen raised donuts and all I got were excuses that the guy who I spoke to had just started his shift so it wasn't his fault. We have been loyal customers for years. I'm so disappointed. read more

Not sure how this place can get less than 5 stars as this shop is sort of a classic. All of their donuts are delicious and the customer service is always great. Our favorites are the blueberry and pistachio donuts! I tried a freshly squeezed orange juice last time and now I need one every visit. Yum! read more

Best donuts in North County! Got the boston creams, they were to die for.

This place rocks! I wish they would have more flexible hours but oh well. I came her to get 3 dozen donuts for work - 2 dozen blueberry and 1 dozen assorted.They were a hit! Especially, the blueberry donuts. I called mid-morning to place my order. I was afraid that my order was not going to go through because they were only open for 3 more hours. BUT.. they took it. I came right before they closed. They had just finished cooking... hot and fresh donuts.... yum. read more

Danny's is a great experience just for their walk up window. I had to go to Danny's because we needed to get donuts for our early morning Costco merchants. Who else is donut ready at 4 am then Danny's!? So their selection is great. Ranging from the popular blueberry to the simple maple bar. I called ahead of time to make sure they could accommodate 3 dozen donuts. They were externally nice and I hand picked my goodies. Danny's also has a great coffee and a solid menu of other items. If I had time I would have sat outside and enjoyed the dense foggy air with a maple in my hand. read more

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I've always loved their doughnuts (the blueberry ones are top notch). However, the biggest surprise is their breakfast sandwiches. They come with jalapeños, mayo, and cheese and are fantastic. Piping hot, fresh, unique, perfect. Don't Miss: Bacon & Egg bagel, blueberry doughnuts read more

I think this place and Petersons ties for first place donuts in north county, and here is why. Even though Vista has been doing construction for years in this area, it has not deterred the locals from getting in there and keeping them in business. They are always open and always fresh! You know I have always liked them but the real clincher is they give them to a local shelter on the regular. That is appreciated as much as how they always keep the quality high and the donuts fresh! read more

So I decided to stop by before work today. I did not know they only accepted cash until I was next up in line. Hoping they would accept my card sadly they didn't but the workers were so nice they gave me a blueberry donut on the house. I bit into it and I loved it. Their customer service was amazing. So far the best I've tried in the North County. It is hard to find a good donut place with great customer service in Northern SD. I'm going to have to come back and buy a dozen for my work place. I just wish they were open 24 hours a day lol. read more

The Apple Betty and Blueberry donut are two of the best donuts I have ever had in my entire life.

Great place! Stopped here before heading home. Had the famous Apple Betty, which is a cross between a cinnamon roll and an apple fritter. Really good! Would definitely recommend. They have other great options. My husband had the bacon maple bar. I will definitely be back when I'm in SoCal. read more

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Love this place! The donuts are fantastic and the people are friendly. So happy to have found them

Awesome! So glad I found this place! The people are very friendly, and the food...well just amazing!

Finally!!!! Good donuts. After going to many different places we finally found a good donut place. Workers were really friendly. And we even got a donut on the house (: I will definitely be coming back. read more

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Absolutely delicious donuts!!! And the customer service is Incredible! We ordered 5 dozen donuts for my babies birthday! Everyone loved them and wanted to know where we got them from! Seriously love this place! read more

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Danny's Donuts is "The Best" donut shop in North County Hands Down!!!! ....soooo many good ones.....blueberry, Apple Betty, strawberry, even donuts with baaacon!!....whaaaaat?!....yup, a maple bacon long john...OMG!! The frosting is not too sweet and their fillings are delicious, not artificial tasting like some other places. They're all about freshness too. Some places keep their donuts till they're gone......and do stupid stuff like add cereal to the top or can only take cash. But Danny's is Legit! I don't even think I've tried all the specialty donuts yet. ................ . . . . . . . . . Dang it! .....now I gotta get in my car and go!! read more