Donutopolis is the best donut shop I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. If you live in the San Diego area it is worth your time to visit. In fact even if you don't live here you should stop by. You won't regret it. If you want mediocre pastries that do nothing but scratch your sweet tooth, there are dozens of places out there that are happy to do the bare minimum. Donutopolis in Poway is not one of those places. For the same price if not better than their competitors you will received not only some of the best donuts you have ever eaten, from flawless classics to innovative specialties, you will also receive so of the best customer service you have ever had at a donut shop, or most other restaurants for that matter. The staff have made their small corner store into a friendly and comfortable place to pickup treats for your events or sit down for a fulfilling breakfast any day of the week, and with special made-to-order treats for larger events, such as their giant birthday donut, Donutopolis is your one stop shop for all your donut needs. A personal favorite of mine is their maple bacon bar which I can comfortably say is the single best maple bacon donut I have ever had, and they are consistent. In fact once when I went in to get one before work they were sold out, and when I asked if they had any the baker offered to make me one right then and there. For no extra cost he didn't just sprinkle bacon bits on a plain maple bar and call it a day, he used fresh maple icing to glue the bits onto the bar, a bit of extra effort that I truly appreciated as I had to eat it on the go. It's the little things like that which show me that the people running this store and making these donuts aren't just doing the bare minimum, they care about their craft and they are dedicated to bringing you fresh and delicious donuts every time you visit, never cutting corners and never disappointing. read more

I'm sure a lot of people like it but I found the donut very dry and lacking flavor. The staff was kind though, he even let me take away without the extra .10 for the glazed old fashioned. read more

I came here because a friend told me, "This place has the best donuts," so of course I had to see what the hype was about. It's located in a shopping center, so parking was easy and there was plenty of it. The moment I walked in, I was completely overwhelmed in the best way possible. There were so many good-looking donuts that it took me forever to decide what to get. Thankfully, the staff was super friendly and happy to point out some of their most popular flavors. One thing I really appreciated was the variety of vegan and gluten-free options. A lot of places only have one or two, but they had a pretty good selection. I ended up keeping it simple with a classic glazed donut and also picked up a mini red velvet donut. Both were delicious, and I can definitely see why people recommend this place read more

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Their donut has some height! I got their chocolate sprinkles and glazed donut. Solid fluffy donuts. Highly recommend for those who have a sweet tooth. Service was quick and ambiance was AIGHT read more

Donutopolis - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Ordered a half dozen donuts as sweet treats for dessert. Quality of donuts were great and the service was too. The donuts were fresh, soft and delicious. I love that Donutopolis is around the corner and so close to home. This wasy first visit and I'll definitely be back. read more

Donutopolis - Half dozen donut mix from Donutopolis - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Mediocre donuts, staff that could care less that you're there. Bought an old fashioned that had definitely been sitting for awhile -very dry. Plenty of other donut shops to try where the staff is friendly and the donuts are fresh. read more

Wherever I go I always am out on the hunt for a good doughnut. Found this place and thought I'd give it a try. The place itself is simple. They had an average amount of traditional doughnuts. I bought a chocolate raised doughnut, sprinkle vanilla cake doughnut, doughnut holes and a maple bar. The bread on all the raised doughnuts were light and fluffy. Taste-wise was average. The glaze was not sweet at all, but so much it didn't taste like anything. The maple doughnut wasn't too far from that as well. The chocolate doughnut was not too bad. The chocolate flavor was definitely there. The cake doughnut was a little on the dense side. I would say this place was overall average and probably will not be back. Food 5/10 Service 6/10 Overall 5/10 read more

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I normally come here for donuts, my oldest son loves them and they are sold at a great price. Today we tried some breakfast sandwiches and they were delicious. Bacon is super crispy and not greasy, the egg is cooked perfectly and the croissant was flaky and amazing. Definitely coming back to try more sandwiches. The service is always great, everyone is so nice and attentive. The place itself is clean and there's always a table available if you want to dine in. read more

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Finding a bakery that offers gluten-free donuts is always a challenge when you're sensitive to wheat, have Hashimoto's, or are living with celiac -- but thankfully, this little shop in Poway came through! It's conveniently on my route to work, which makes it an even bigger win. What I didn't realize (and wish I had!) is that their gluten-free donuts are made fresh to order. It took about 10 minutes for them to make mine -- which honestly, I didn't mind too much, but I knocked off one star only because that info isn't posted anywhere. If I'd known, I definitely would've called ahead. Price-wise, they're a bit higher at $2.99 each -- I grabbed three glazed, so it added up quicker than your average donut run. That said, they were totally worth it. Soft, moist, and flavorful -- honestly more like a slice of cake than a donut. Paired with an iced coffee, it's the perfect morning treat for anyone who's gluten-free but still misses that donut shop experience. read more

Donutopolis - Gluten Free Glazed Donut. $2.99/each. Made fresh to order! - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Grabbed a vegan maple bar and some glazed twist donuts. They were delicious. I also got a cold brew and it was great. Service was friendly and efficient. The shop is neatly organized with indoor and outdoor seating. I loved seeing all their donut options and they have a great variety of vegan ones too! read more

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Grabbed some bagels for breakfast here. They were pretty good. I also ordered a bagel sandwich with eggs and sausage. Service was good too. Both people who helped me with my order and prepping the bagel sandwich were friendly and smiling. read more

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Open really early at 5 is such a a plus! They have French Crullers! They had it dipped in strawberry, caramel, chocolate or plain. They are getting five stars as it had a nice crunchy exterior while still maintaining a soft pillowy interior. I was informed that not too many places will make Crullers due to the ingredients being expensive so I really appreciate them for making it. Service was totally friendly, to be greeted with a 'Good morning' before the sun is up! read more

Donutopolis - French Cruller - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Good service and delicious donuts! They have vegan options. I tried a donut with chocolate, sprinkles, and a minion decorated twinkies in the middle. It was adorable and yummy. I'll definitely be going back to try more donuts. read more

Donutopolis - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Good service but terrible gluten free donut. Was like a dense cake, and cold too, nothing like a donut. I know you can't always win with gluten free, but I've had great gluten free donuts. This was like a gas station pound cake with frosting. read more

I went to Donutopolis at 1:30p and they close at 2 PM. Everybody knows if you want fresh donuts they're perfectly fresh in the morning. However, their donuts were amazing. They tasted fresh. I thought they were unusually large and worth the price. It's my only donut store that I will go to now. Absolutely amazing. read more

The best apple fritter I've had in a looooooong time. Donutopolis doughnuts were all fluffy, not oily or greasy, and covered in sugary goodness. Really everything you want in a doughnut! They have a great variety of doughnuts and also serve sandwiches and drinks. So good! read more

We don't eat donuts often but we discovered Donutopokia recently and it's the perfect classic donut shop. Old-fashioned and perfect sized apple fritters??! YES PLEASE read more

Always passed by this place but never stopped by. I was in the mood for donuts and from somewhere different. I've been sleeping apparently and I liked it so much that I went back the following week. On a Saturday afternoon they had full shelves of donuts. I love french cruller donuts and they always had them available. New to me are the buttermilk bars. A must try! I love donuts with a good crisp on the outside while soft inside. These donuts stayed fresh for days! Will try the sandwiches next time. read more

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Service is atrocious. I walked in 10 minutes before closing and there was no greeting, guy just looked ate so I asked if there were still any donuts left. He replied, "whatever we have left is what there is". Ok... There were plenty, so I chose 2. Then I asked the price and he just pointed at the board, "$1.98 each". At that point, I knew I'd never return. Tell me you hate clients without telling me you hate clients. read more

Donutopolis - Chocolate bar, glazed donut - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Best doughnuts around! Such a wonderful family business & run by the kindest people. We are so happy to be able to support a local shop that cares so much for its customers and community. Donutopolis has customers for life! read more

Really good vegan donuts. Delicious maple bar. There aren't many great vegan donuts in San Diego.

Nestled in between a Big 5 and POWAY Sushi lounge, Donutopolis is a hidden gym. Unique donuts like Oreo donuts and fruit loop donuts, there is something for everyone. Parking: plenty for everyone Popularity: get here before 8am or you will wait in line for 10 minutes. read more

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Best vegan doughnuts we've ever had. It was definitely worth the trip for me and my family. Everything from the dough texture, crunchyness, sweetness perfection. To the customer service. Staff was great as well. Cozy little typical doughnut shop. Nothing fancy. We will be back for the vegan apple fritters! read more

Old fashioned donuts + new creative twist = a ship worth trying out. The quality is fresh, crisp, fluffy, soft, balanced sweetness. The croissant glazed donut style is delicious. An amazing local spot for donut lovers and quick breakfast which offer bagel sandwiches made to order. Donutopolis is a city that sets its own from others. read more

Honestly some of the best cake donuts I've ever had and I'm not bluffing!!! I'm gluten sensitive and you can say they specialize in these and vegan donuts. People like up so always count on freshly baked donuts with the perfect amount of icing and sprinkles. Highly recommend this donut shop even if you're not in the Poway/northeast area of San Diego as it's worth the trip!!! read more

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Delizioso! The Italian sandwich was a perfect blend of flavors with fresh ingredients and hearty meats. The combination of prosciutto, salami, provolone cheese, and pepperoncini peppers was simply amazing. Buonissimo! read more

Donutopolis - Italian sandwich - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Just ordered delicious blueberry and everything bagels, donut holes, apple fritter, and hazelnut coffee. Fabulous

This place opens up early, which is great stop on the way to work. They have very nice variety of donuts but also have savory options like egg, bacon and cheese croissant breakfast sandwich. Service was fast and polite. Have been here many times. read more

Donutopolis - 1/2 Dozen Donut - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Decent donuts they serve here but the varieties are pretty slim. Not the best-tasting donuts I ever had but if I'm in the area, I would maybe pass by if I'm in the area. Don't go close to business because they basically had nothing left. I had to come a 2nd time earlier in order to get some of their donuts. read more

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FAVORITE LOCAL DONUT SPOT! After trying out several local donut places, this is by far the best place! They typically have a great selection and have plenty in stock. Nothing worse than going to a donut shop and them not having any donuts left or not very many to choose from. This place definitely keeps the donuts coming. They're fresh, delicious, and easy on the eyes. Also, huge shout out to the owners! They are so nice and so helpful, this is the type of business I love giving my money to. They're always out and working hard and I really appreciate that (see picture with them flipping dough in the background) We are standard donut people so we enjoy the classic donuts (maple bars, chocolate bars, apple fritters, etc.) Let me emphasize how good the apple fritter is. It is REALLY good! Not too sweet, but explodes with flavor and has the perfect amount of icing. Their donuts are soft and really flavorful, and they put the perfect amount of icing on the top, not too much but not too little. On the weekends, and I think Friday? they have minion donuts with a Twinkie in the middle. Our kids love those! On the far left side of the display, they have vegan options (see photos) They also have bagel and croissant sandwiches that are delicious. You can come later in the day they also have different sandwiches to buy If you were in the Poway area and you are looking for a donut, stop scrolling through Yelp and come straight here. This is the donut that you're looking for read more

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This is a hidden gem! I have had the egg white blt on a crossiant it's delicious. I've had several of their donuts, also very good. Bagels excellent. Coffee, very good. Service always friendly. They have a few small tables inside but not very much room. Convenient for waiting for car to be washed. read more

When I learned that this shop makes ridiculously large birthday donuts, I knew I had to get one for my donut lover's birthday. You can order up to 3 tiers for the birthday donut. I just got 1 tier and it was the largest donut I've ever seen with my own eyes. FYI: It is not a cake decorated to look like a donut (which was what I was worried about). It is 100% yeast donut, which makes it so amazing. I called the day before to order and paid $13 at pickup. You can put whatever glaze or toppings you want on it. They even have bacon topping, but it costs extra (understandable). My birthday man was laughing and crying with joy when I gave it to him. He'll remember this donut/birthday for the rest of his life. read more

Donutopolis - Birthday donut with chocolate glaze is huge! $13. Order a day ahead because they sell out. - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

The donut cake for brunch baby shower was a hit! However, I placed the order 2 days earlier with a dozen bagels too and our pick up time was 945am. My cousin picked it up and arrived a little later .. then waited in line for 10 mins to be told that it's not ready - around 10:05am. Then he's told they "ran out" of plain bagels for our order! Like what's the point of placing an order if you don't prepare for it I would order again with the expectation that they don't prep timely read more

Donutopolis - The donut cake for brunch baby shower was a hit! - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

Donuts weren't stale even near closing and there's a good variety to choose from. Good size donuts for the cost, and ample dining area if you wish to stay (we didn't). Staff were polite and efficient. read more

Tried the egg bacon breakfast bagel on everything bagel and it was really good! The everything bagel was good and toasted just right and the bacon was crispy! Got half dozen donuts and some coffee which is self serve. Not a big fan of donuts but I did try one of the glazed and it was good. People working were here were super nice as well! read more

Donutopolis - Egg and Cheese Sandwich with Meat (bacon) on everything bagel - Donuts Near Me - Poway, California

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Great spot, fast service, prices were good! Donuts tasted great. Tried the strawberry frosted and the Oreo donut. Will be back.

This place is great! Always clean, always welcoming and always has the best assortment of items...They seem to have a crowd at all times of the day but never seem to run out of anything! Great to have in the community! read more

We love this little shop in the middle of Poway. The donuts are delicious and fresh. They have a lot of creative flavors but never lose focus on the donut itself. If birthday cake isn't your thing, come here and get a birthday donut! It's a giant donut that serves as many as a small cake. The big surprise was their deli sandwiches! Fresh a baked bread, excellent quality meats and cheeses, and interesting combos on the menu. I had a muffuletta that was reminiscent of New Orleans although it could have used a bit more olive spread. My wife had a California something on herb bread. Both were fresh and flavorful. The sandwiches are huge, two meals for us. Did I mention the bread? So fresh and the perfect texture for a deli sandwich. read more

My husband and I bought a dozen donuts on our maiden voyage to this donut shop. Out of the dozen 1 was edible (apple fritter). The rest tasted like cleaning solution and old oil. The employees behind the counter were efficient and polite. It is really disappointing when you spend so much on food you can't eat. Which is really saying a lot when I have 2 teenagers who will pretty much eat anything. I am always happy to give a place another try since everyone has off days, but 11 different donuts all not edible makes it a no go. read more

I was getting pizza next door and while I was waiting, decided to get some sweets. I haven't been back to this place since they opened. So this was a great refresher. I got half a dozen mixed of 3 sugar, 1 blueberry, 1 red velvet, and 1 chocolate. The sugar dough was a bit dry but it was fluffed, light, and airy. The blueberry and red velvet exceeded my expectation of how good it was! I thought it would be sugary sweet but it wasn't. It had the perfect texture and semi sweet. You can totally tell it was home made by a mom and pop shop and not like the chain names. Blueberry was my favorite, tasted exactly like the blueberry cereal/cake flavor. They also serve vegan and gluten free! read more

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