This place has been on my list for quite some time and I'm happy that I finally got to try it! A 2 story building where the bottom is the order window and donut making. The top floor has seating for plenty of people with booths, tables, and glass walls/fencing for a view The donuts themselves are incredibly soft and have a great mouth-feel. The maple donut has the slightest hint of maple which is a stark, and welcome, contrast to what most shops do. Plain glaze is just perfect in texture and flavor. Strawberry lemonade was mostly citrus and the devil's chocolate left a lot to be desired in terms of chocolate flavor. Coffee is good and served hot! Definitely be careful Overall I had a pleasant time, the donuts are good and I would go back! read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Storefront/order window - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

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Stumbled upon this place walking around Little Italy, and the Brown Butter donut holes called my name. Since I was only looking for a light snack, I decided to get 4 donut holes to share with my sister, and they hooked us up with about 8! The donut holes were great, and just what I was looking for. Some of them seemed fresher than others, but they weren't too sweet and were nice to snack on before our brunch. read more

Small donut area. Service was quick. Not too busy with people. They have a variety of delicious donuts. Lemon Poppy was my favorite. Fresh coffee as well to go along with the donuts. read more

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We wanted to try this donut place after seeing it on youtube and we were close by so we stopped by. Well it is downtown, so parking is a huge factor but luckily it was early and we were able to park in a mini parking lot in the back that they share with Kettner exchange restaurant after we had already went around the blocks once already. Its a cute little small window to order and they have an upstairs that had a dj playing music with a sitting area. They actually have a lot of sitting area too. Menu is basic and donuts are very different and unique and creative. I went ahead and got a chocolate old fashioned and my husband a chocolate glaze, we didn't go fancy on it just traditional. First bite the chocolate just tastes different but the breading is good! Maybe we are use to Yumyum donuts that this wasn't as tasteful to us. Now service was fantastic! Everyone very nice from ordering to just showing me where the bathroom was and making sure to tell us there is a DJ upstairs. I don't think we would be back but worth a try once especially if you want to try a fancy creative unique donut. read more

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This place has always been on my list of go to's and scrolling past the reviews, I saw they received a lot of negativity from their service and one person mentioned krispy kream tops them.... Krispy kream is for you if you like artificial tasting donuts, but Devil's Dozen tastes incredibly FRESH and DELICIOUS! As I was ordering, I can physically see someone preparing the dough for the donuts. Customer service was fine, but I'm here to order donuts and then go upstairs to their incredible patio to eat them. Upstairs would be a fantastic study spot too, I'm not sure if they have wifi but hotspot will do the trick. Devil's dozen and the store next door, kettner exchange is owned by the same person, although I've never been to exchange. This place would easily be five stars if parking wasn't a nightmare, if I'm not able to find something right away, I'd skip it rather than driving around. Donuts: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Parking: 3/5 read more

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The donut holes were really stale, oily, and clearly not fresh. I almost never throw food away, but these went straight in the trash. The donuts themselves look beautiful, but the taste doesn't live up to it. They were just okay and way too sugary unfortunately. Also impressively slow service, especially with only two people ahead of us. It took about 25 minutes to get our order, which was frustrating. The shop looks so cute on the outside but unfortunately didn't live up to expectations :( read more

Came back a year later and it still quite alarming how slow they are for a donut shop.

I came here with the lady for a pop up event with free coffee and donuts on a Saturday morning a few months back. We had planned to go the little Italy mercato after a quick stop. So we checked in at the window with the QR code and were sent upstairs where there music was bumping. Upstairs they had a DJ and even a Aperol spritz cart girl! Coffee was good and so were the donuts! I will definitely come back for these donuts. Many people were just ordering at the window to take them to go. Unaware of the event it appeared. There was a younger, beautiful crowd here but, to be honest at this stage of my life I'm totally unfazed.. I enjoyed the gorgeous rooftop view along with the other views, even if I did get elbowed by the wife.. Music was a house type electro-pop style. It was for the CRSSD spring event I believe. So the lady didn't want another coffee, but she did want an Aperol spritz. Suddenly the elbowing stopped, and we left happy. read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Coffees and raspberry donut - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

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Unfortunately these were some of the not so best donuts I've had. They were chewy as it felt like I was chewing on mochi. Not sure if I'm coming back for more but it was worth a try. It's a tiny spot in the outskirts of Little Italy. I only came here because of TooGoodToGo and paid $10 for 6 donuts (it said it was worth $30 so I'm assuming $5 a donut). Can't say they're good just based on first bite but I was hungry and ate the entire donut and gave the rest to my coworkers. I thought you really couldn't go wrong with donuts but I guess you can. Perhaps it wasn't a good batch, who knows. read more

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San Diego has no shortage of great donut spots. I have never been able to get my hands on Devil's Dozen Donuts because they usually sell out before I get to Little Italy. But lately, we've been frequenting the Little Italy Farmer's Market at opening, so it was finally time to give it a try. We arrived at 8:25am and there was a short line. It moved slowly, but gave some time to be able to check out the selection. They have a smattering of classics along with unique flavors including some filled ones. We were boring and went with an old fashion and a Devil's vanilla. Both donuts were good, but Little Italy is always a trek, so I don't think I'd go out of my way to get them. Service was very friendly though and I appreciated that they clearly knew their regulars. read more

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Came on a Saturday morning and the brown butter Biscoff was oily at the bottom I felt like I was eating old oil I had to peel off the bottom part to eat it, the I ting on top was good. read more

Was in town for comic con and as a huge donut fan I was really excited to try this place as I passed it on the way back from the gym Thursday morning. So Friday I went right after class and got there at 6:58am right before they "open" at 7am per their sign. Emphasis on "open". Pros: Seems to be very popular, the line was 9 deep when I ordered. The donuts are aesthetically pleasing and good variety. The Homer donut was tasty and always fun as a Simpsons fan to see. Cons: Ok, here we go. As I said I got there 6:58am. 7am came and passed. I hear voices but the window shade is still down. At 7:05am I kinda just say politely through the shade "hello?" since I would like to order and get back to my hotel since I have things to do it being comic con. I got a terse "we're not open yet". So I stood there and people started showing up. 7:08am the shade goes up and I'm first in line and the employee says "It'll be another couple minutes guys". So I stood there just staring at the display of donuts to kill time as she repeatedly clicked on the screen. 7:10am I'm just kind of lost in my own thoughts as I'm waiting and I look and the employee is just staring at me. I asked "Can i order now?" and she gave me a sarcastic response of yes. She never indicated she was ready. She didn't give a polite "Thanks for the wait, I can take your order now". Nothing. She gave off the vibe that she was just annoyed at me now. I ordered my two donuts - vanilla bean and Homer. She packaged it and handed it to me. No last chance to comment on the wait. No shade of politeness. Nothing. I can understand not being ready at opening but when there are people waiting, you can't just ignore it and not acknowledge that people waited. That's poor customer service and that ruins everything. The donuts were fine - albeit expensive - but the experience is all I'm taking from this. read more

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Came in Saturday at about 11 so most of the inventory was sold out but we were able to snag a devils vanilla It was pretty good but nothing crazy, they have other flavors i would love to try and maybe even order ahead since the wait was pretty extensive read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

I only had two donuts here but they were amazing. Will repeat. Girl at the checkout was nice. I was here on a Tuesday and she told me it's their slowest day and that most days they sell out. The brown butter cheesecake donut was probably the best donut I've had in San Diego read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Strawberry matcha and brown butter cheesecake - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

Found this place thanks to the Underground Donut Tour. It's adorable and the upstairs is comfy and has a fantastic view. I love the thought that went into their website, their donuts are 'fresh as hell' and the hours are 'or until souled out'. I'm allergic to egg, so unfortunately I cannot personally speak to the flavor of their donuts. The other people on my donut tour absolutely LOVED theirs. They were so pretty. We had an opportunity to meet the owner, she was kind and we appreciated her taking time out of her day to spend a few minutes with us as we left. In reviewing their website, I see that they offer gluten free options on the weekends. I'll keep an eye on them to look for egg-free options because I'm eager to go back. In the meantime, the hubs definitely found his fave donut spot! read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

Stumbled on this place completely by accident while wandering around waiting for our dinner table. I came looking for bronze... and found gold. My boyfriend is basically a donut sommelier (yes, that's a thing in our house), so obviously we had to try half a dozen. They change flavors daily, which feels like both a blessing and a cruel joke because the guava cream I had will live rent-free in my mind forever. The donuts? Soft, fluffy, and dangerously addictive. The kind of treat you "just have a bite of" and then suddenly you're 13 donuts in. I'm actually mad I don't live in California, because if I did, I'd be stopping by here for coffee and donuts like it was a part time job. Moral of the story: go in "just to look" and leave with a box. read more

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Love this spot! The manager(with the green hair) Emily is always so KIND & helpful picking the best donuts! Staff is great, all around good morning vibes in downtown + donuts that you just can't find anywhere else! This is an older photo of my last visit, but every weekend new flavors appear!! read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Donuts & Coffee - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

Delicious donut spot in Little Italy on the corner of Kettner and Grape. It's a walk-up serving donuts and coffee until they run out. The hubby and I swung by on a Sunday after dropping family off at the airport and picked up 4 donuts. All were quite good with the tres leches cake being my favorite. It was dense due to being soaked with cream, very flavorful, and on the verge of needing to be eaten with a fork. Next was the salted caramel latte yeast donut that was also spectacular. The coffee flavor was out of this world. The filled strawberry cheesecake donut was tasty. The surprise filling was graham crackers crumble! Last was a vanilla bean yeast which was a basic donut with a good vanilla bean flavor. read more

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Usually sold out by 12pm so i recommend coming early to get a fresh batch of the brown buttery berry or even the guava cheese! The service was great and helpful with all my questions. This place is a cute little shop great for pictures and overall an aesthetic look. Definitely worth waking up early for in my opinion;) read more

One word... Phenomenal. But looks like I need have at least 85 characters so... Brown butter berry = perfection The hint of chewiness was a pleasant surprise and the reason I enjoyed them so much. Flavors on point don't hurt either... read more

What I loved most about Devil's Dozen is how FRESH everything was. There's nothing worse than a stale donut, and thankfully that's not the case here. They've got a great mix of creative, premium donuts and the classic favorites. The dough itself has a slightly different consistency--there's a bit of a crunch to it, which was unexpected but in a good way. The flavor is definitely there, and I really enjoyed it. I also came in close to closing time, and the staff offered me the rest of the batch instead of tossing them out. Little gestures like that really stick with you and make you feel appreciated as a customer. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more of their unique flavors! read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Strawberry Nutella, chocolate - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

Absolutely loved this place! The donut I ordered was everything and more! Absolutely mouth watering! Not to mention their extensive menu of coffees there were so many donuts to choose from each with their own personalities. The location is super cute, very inviting. The service was super friendly, and patient while my husband and I made up our minds. When in San Diego please remember to check this place out! Order to go and enjoy their coffee too my husband loved his latte. There is plenty of neighboring parking! read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Oh the assortments yum! - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

Devils dozen is my favorite donut place the staff is always soo kind, the variety of different donuts is always 10/10 and the donuts themselves are bomb. They also have the cutest seating areas upstairs! read more

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Devil's Dozen Donuts are amazing!!! There are a Variety of Flavors, in which the menu changes weekly, featuring both classic and unique options like Brown Butter, Mango, Blueberry Lemon, Tres Leches, Guava Cream Cheese, and seasonal delights such as pumpkin-glazed donuts during the fall, and many more options. If you're not sure what to get the gal at the window will help you with all the details. They are super helpful and never make you feel rushed. Pair your donut with a cup of coffee which will definitely hit the spot perfectly! There is great seating on their charming rooftop patio, offering a cozy space with views of beautiful San Diego! This is my favorite spot for donuts when I'm in the area! Note, these Donuts do sell out quickly, so it's best to get there early to enjoy the full selection. The line can be long, but be patient because others know about the yumminess of these donuts too. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Devil's Dozen Donut Shop is a must!!! read more

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Wandered by for a gluten free donut this last Saturday and ended up at a rooftop house music party with Aperol Spritzes. I guess it was a special event during CRSSD? Whatever the reason, it was a fabulous time, and I loved it. There were absolutely zero donuts left by 11am but that's on us. The mystery of how the donuts actually are will continue for us until we can come back. I got a speciality latte (cinnamon orange?) and that hit the spot well enough for $7.50. read more

Years later still my favorite donut shop. Trust me I've been around the world and this one is the best, if you go on a day where they have the guava crème or guava strawberry YOU BETTER GET IT. Love this place it's amazing. Parking is a little bit of a pain so pro tip go on a Sunday. They have a cool upstairs as well! An they're always pleasant. Just avoid the bums and you're good to go. read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Guava strawberry, cinnamon sugar, raspberry cheesecake, peanut butter something and Oreo something. :) - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

Wow, their Mango Sticky Rice doughnut was out of this world good! Cafe au Lait hit the spot too. So glad I came up on this spot while out in the wild in Little Italy. read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Mango Sticky Rice doughnut - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

My daughter took us here and we should have stopped earlier in the morning to taste their specialty . She bought me the vanilla bean donut and when I ate it in the afternoon it tasted as good as if I ate it in the am. It was fresh and delicious . I will try the specialty donuts before leaving San Diego. read more

I don't know what happened in the span of three months but this morning I'm like the second customer in line and already some girl with a bandanna and green shirt had the most atrocious attitude. The donuts are still amazing and fresh and I don't wanna discredit the people making them but whoever you have at the counter needs to seriously check themselves. I'm sorry you're miserable at your job at a donut shop, but please don't take it out on everyone else. I wouldn't be so mad if it weren't for the fact that I was bringing these back to a friend whose sick and that was enough to throw off my morning. We all have bad days, but if you can't come into work, then don't show up. read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - I'm boring! Vanilla and chocolate - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

HOW THE MIGHTY HAVE FALLEN Tragic News. Devil's Dozen no longer makes their one-of-a-kind, delicious, infamous, hella-worth-going-out-of-your-way-for TRES LECHES DONUT!!!???!! A desert famous for it's soggy milky texture, this donut was somehow able to retain the classic donut shape, while feeling heavy and drenched with milk and cream. And the bites were a perfect combo of soggy and crispness. A donut I've never seen recreated anywhere else. Definitely a calling card for this spot in a San Diego neighborhood known for great food. Now... Devil's Dozen feels just like another donut shop. R.I.P. to a legend. COME BACK SOON TRES LECHES. read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - No tres leches. Wish I had gone starbucks spinach feta wrap instead. - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

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I absolutely love this place!!! Right in the middle of little Italy, lots of places and parking spots nearby. All their donuts are SO GOOD!! I didn't know what to expect coming here but WOW. It's such a fun spot to grab a donut, a coffee and sit upstairs. The line goes by pretty quick and it is absolutely worth it to wait in! The staff is so fun and friendly! They have the best recommendation's. You're going to want to grab more than one donut each time. read more

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I will say the donuts are delicious, high quality, and they're much bigger than an average donut shop donut but they are expen$ive. They have your classics as well as unique flavors like S'mores or Mango Orange. They also serve gluten free donuts and coffee with fun/seasonal flavors. They're also always very friendly. If you're looking to bring donuts in bulk to work, do your wallet a favor and go to a regular donut shop. You know the ones. If you need to treat yourself or a friend with a few celebration donuts, this is the perfect place. read more

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Staff isn't overly friendly and parking is a beast. But you will not be disappointed otherwise! Grab some donuts and head to the top deck for a relaxing morning. Beautiful view and great coffee. I highly recommend the donut glazed with vanilla called the 'vanilla bean.' Go early because it sells out! read more

I expected something amazing for the premise. And line. And it was good not great. Nothing fancy. Nothing amazing. Good. Not wow.

Absolutely phenomenal donuts. Both classic and unique flavors! The lady who served me was so kind and gave me 2 free donut holes!! Super cute upstairs seating area and the coffee is great too! read more

Devil's Dozen Donut Shop - Donuts Near Me - San Diego, California

I across this café in Little Italy almost accidentally, one of those days where you're wandering with no plan and the universe nudges you left instead of right. Inside: donuts that felt thoughtful, a little unexpected flavors like guava cheese and PB&J that felt playful but intentional. Less "best donut in San Diego" energy, more this place found me when it meant to. Proof that sometimes the devil (or fate, or good taste) works in mysterious ways read more

Love this place! I could eat a million donut holes. Leah and Rebecca were so helpful and the orange vanilla cinnamon coffee drink is a must. Plus, the merch and decor is 10/10. read more

I'm usually a simple guy when it comes to donuts. I'll stop by my local corporate donut shop by my house but this morning I dropped wifey off at the airport at 7am and had the day off so I decided to treat myself to a cup of something hot and sweet and stumbled upon this little donut shop. I almost passed it on 2001 Kettner. I threw the VDub in reverse and parked in back. I chose a hot chocolate and kept it basic with a chocolate glaze and vanilla bean glaze. They both were delicious! Handcrafted with top shelf ingredients. The hot chocolate was spicey, just the way I like it. My favorite part though was chilling on their second story patio with a view of the harbor. read more

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Lots of fun and creative donut options here, but I fell in love with the chocolate old-fashioned and especially, the vanilla old-fashioned. So much so, that I came here twice during my 3-day trip. The cafe au lait is also delicious. read more

Donuts are great but I've been there 3 times where I ended up leaving without being acknowledged by the workers. I realize that orders ahead of me are being prepared but at no time was I told I'll be with you shortly. Each time I was there at least 5 minutes and ended up leaving. read more