Stopped here for a late lunch (around 3pm on a Tuesday) with my parents; it was relatively quiet by then, with less than half of the 14 seats taken. We got the pork belly and chicken Vietnamese sandwiches, which were both really good: crunchy bread, tender and flavorful meat, and generous servings of the pickled vegetables and jalapeños. I will say that the pork belly reminded me more of BBQ pork, if I were to have guessed which menu item it was, but this might've just been me. The Vietnamese coffee was also great and not too sweet--initially, my mom and I had each gotten one, and after trying a taste, my dad ordered his own as well. The donut (maple glazed old fashioned) was good but not anything mind-blowing. Service was fast and friendly though, and prices were pretty decent, especially compared to other eateries nearby (I believe the Vietnamese sandwiches are about $8 each). I'll probably stop by some time in the future to try the lemongrass beef and/or other types of donuts :) read more

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Just a good old fashioned donut shop...and they even had cronuts when I picked up donuts for work. The staff is super friendly too!

today I went to get a sandwich waited 20 mins for a chicken banh mi I walked away in a rush going to work the lady chased me for two blocks because she mistakenly gave me an extra sandwich started yelling help because I couldn't understand I was confused she snatched my bag which I bought & took both sandwiches which I paid for one read more

Very friendly service, love their sandwiches and bahn mis. Never too crowded as well so it makes it easy to come in and out. Will definitely keep coming back! read more

My girlfriend and I come here probably once a week, the ladies are always so kind. Furthermore, the donuts are so so good, and the banh mi (which is what I usually get) is great, the lemongrass option is my favorite. Definitely give this place a try. read more

Randomly stopped in here and was surprised that their (combo) banh mi was really great! If you don't want to venture into the deep Tenderloin, but don't mind paying an extra couple bucks, this place will take care of your banh mi fix! read more

I wanted to grab a quick lunch to bring back to work. Unfortunately, that was not the case. This place looks kind of run down and dirty, but I wanted a Vietnamese sandwich. I ordered the combo sandwich and ended up waiting for what seemed like a long time (maybe almost 10 minutes, which is long for a sandwich), considering there weren't any other customers ahead of me. I left feeling a little annoyed for having to wait that long. When I got back to my office and ate it, my whole perspective changed. The sandwich was actually really good! I also appreciated how it had a lot of jalapeños in it. It's something so simple but it is necessary in Vietnamese sandwiches, similar to how onions are necessary in my burgers. I think jalapeños just complete the sandwich (maybe because I like my food spicy). Most places don't even put it in your sandwich unless you ask them to. Also, I realized that the reason why they took so long was because they toasted it and boy did it make a difference. I've never had a viet sandwich where they toasted the baguette. It makes the sandwich so much better and easier to eat. Usually the baguette is so rough and scratches my mouth. And lastly, I love their minced meat brown sauce (not exactly sure what it's called). It's so good, probably my favorite part of Vietnamese sandwich. All in all, I was very satisfied with the sandwich. I'm sure I would come here again if get the craving for a Vietnamese sandwich. read more

Donuts & Things - Combo viet sandwich - Donuts Near Me - San Francisco, California

In this ever-changing city at the forefront of modernity, we often overlook the remnants of the past. More and more, I've become enamored by these reminders of the gone days, these non-bistros, sans AI, not-iOS-optimized businesses where old-timer San Franciscans work hard at carving out a living in this new world. Donuts & Things is a small donut and coffee shop that is overshadowed by much. I had walked past this shop for 11 years before finally coming in, enticed by the offering of banh mi at a convenient location to home. The guy running the place was a friendly Asian man who took a fair amount of time to put together my $5-ish Vietnamese sandwich despite the fact that I was the only one there. But it was a pleasant place, so even waiting was a peaceful experience. The sandwich itself was large, overly crusty but tasty. I enjoyed it and I would get it again. It wasn't the best banh mi that I've had, but it also wasn't the worst. And the price was right. There's never a line here like you might find at Bob's Donuts, the neighborhood favorite-turned-scene for fried dough. The coziness of Donuts & Things makes me like it all the more; it's a casual place of past days fit for cops and the elderly, as well as old "millennials" hoping to get away, albeit for a moment, from this transforming world. read more

The maple cream donut at $1.25 was delightful and the female at the counter was lovely and friendly.

Excellent bahn mi!! So happy I found a legitimate bahn mi shop in the neighborhood, definitely coming back here again!

Delicious! Such a cute spot, it reminds me of the local shops in the SF Valley that have crazy menus full of delicious things. The bahn mi 10/10 my cousin got the #1. So much crunch and delicious flavor, perfectly crispy but soft bread. I got the #1 croissant which was also 10/10 but I wish I'd gotten the bahn mi! 7 variations of coffee choices, the Colombian was 10/10. Donuts also 10/10. The lady who helped us was so kind and happy. I could tell that a lot of locals like to come have their breakfast. For being a donut shop the ambience was really pretty, we sat by the window next to the plants watching the morning sun come over. read more

True or False: If you want to show up on search results, have an ampersand in your brand name. (see below for answer) I have never been disappointed when I come here. It's a nice little coffee/donut/sandwich shop that opens up relatively early in a neighborhood where very little opens early. They do one of my favorite things: Breakfast Sandwich on a Croissant. They do another of my favorite things (and, I would call it...): Vietnamese Sandwiches (Banh Mi). The Donuts are freshly made, and you can watch it happening. They are also very kind and caring to the neighborhood regulars, some of which are not quite popping champagne bottles every night. Get the ampersand out of your brand name, if you have one. The service is actually very friendly given for a little hard-boiled donut shop. They do a good job. If this is near you, it's worth putting this into your mix if you like this sort of thing. *** Answer: False. An ampersand has been a bad idea since before it was even invented. read more

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Donut & Things (muffins, coffee, breakfast) deserves 5 stars for their french crullers. it's that good! eats: chocolate french crulller(1) -cheap and delish, melt in ur mouth quality/ crumbs: -fast, friendly service -easy parking on a holiday. read more

I come here a lot before work to grab a breakfast sandwich which are very good. I've brought some of their donut holes to work and my coworkers loved them as well. Their Banh Mi is also supposed to be very delicious - according to my coworkers. I personally love their Thai Iced Tea which keeps making me go back. The prices aren't so bad, what I'd expect. The doughnuts are a pretty good deal as well! Service is pretty fast, and the ladies that have served me are very sweet. There seems to be some regulars as well and I think that I'm becoming one of them! read more

I LIKE THIS PLACE! The service here is great and everyone here is so sweet and nice! The food is delicious as well. Their donuts and bahn mi sandwiches are amazing. They also have coffee and breakfast sandwiches here too, but I got soda and a bahn mi instead. I recommend this place for a quick bite if you're in the area. Generous proportions too! Service is kind of slow, but I'll definitely come back another time soon to see if it's much better then #alwaysadifferentday read more

Donuts & Things - Combo bahn mi, soda, and a donut - Donuts Near Me - San Francisco, California

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOMMMBBB DONUTS!!! and the guy who helped us was really nice! and to me customer service will always bring me back! they also had a good selection of other foods as well. definitely a try read more

Had the egg, bacon, & cheese croissant to share. Each tried our own donut & hot cocoa. Sandwich was very good. Croissant was warm & soft. Donuts were not very good. Hot cocoa was hot water with a bit of cocoa flavor. read more

I really enjoy coming here in the mornings when I work in the city. The staff are supper friendly and remember their customers. Their donuts and sandwiches are supper yummy and fresh. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

My new donut spot! I love the classic glazed twist (my go-to) here more than Bob's. I think it has a hint of cinnamon and is slightly bigger than Bob's. I received courteous, quick service. It was nice to see an interaction between a couple of regulars and the woman behind the counter. read more

Yummy to fatty donuts! I continued the post holiday binge and stopped here on the way home, with parking meters available in front of the shop. It's right on Polk and it's not the one donut place that always has a line, like wtf I'm not waiting for donuts, they're not that much better (probably) lol. The lady was nice and the place had plenty of fresh baked donuts, with the typical crowd of regulars with newspapers and dogs sitting at the tables. I think I got a few items plus chocolate milk and price was around $6, very reasonable. The maple bar and frosted donut holes are so good! Now that I've gained a couple pounds, I'll definitely recommend this place next time for some fatty time. read more

I come here quite often since it's close by my place. The doughnuts are alright. Not always the freshest but they usually have the doughnut holes I always get (Bob's usually run out fast). I go buy my doughnuts here instead of Bob's anyday =] Edited 8/12/14 Scenario: I came in limping & had a neck brace on. I wasn't having the best of days but I knew I wanted a doughnut to brighten up my day. They ran out of the dozen doughnut holes I usually order so I just had a plain doughnut. I only had my debit and credit card with me & the owner said it was a $5 minimum for cards. Instead of leaving the owner handed me the doughnut and said "you can pay next time" Wow. Nicest gesture ever. It's definitely worth an extra star especially when I go there quiet often and the customer service is beyond what my expectations. Of course I went back the next day to order another doughnut and I pay for yesterday's doughnut, plus tips! :) read more

They have donuts. They have things. They have a requirement that you buy something to use the restroom, and my stomach was having issues that day, so I grabbed a coffee. It was three-star coffee. Better than most gas stations. Not as good as most fancy coffee places in the city. read more

Best donuts in the neighborhood. The glazed are generously sized and always fresh. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. They've also been in the neighborhood ten-plus years, so your business helps a local bakery remain local. read more

We love this place!!!! The raised donut is a winner, it's so soft feels like you're eating a cloud. The breakfast bagel is also a go to you can taste the freshness of the bagel. Family owned business that really works hard. I like that and I'll definitely be back to try more donuts. read more

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I saw this place sell vietnamese sandwich so i came in and speak viet to the lady, but she don't understand me... but she responded to me very dearly.... " you need something my dear, is this all my dear..." everything come out of her mouth, the word "my dear" come after, i felt like im at home... the sandwich she made it hot for you at the spot... its crunchy too... read more

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Better than Bob's Donuts. This tiny donut shop is my favorite place to get fresh donuts on Polk St. Forget Bob's Donuts down the street where their donuts have the same after taste from their oil. The owners, Streymech and Kim always make me feel like family. They really care about having delicious items with prices that are the lowest in the neighborhood. Compare with Bob's by doing a taste test of the same donuts and you'll see what I mean. read more

Lovely family run place. Get the bunch mi sandwich but ask for no jalapeño pepper if you dont like spicy food read more

What caught my eye here was not even a donut, but the bahn mi sandwich. And was it ever good! I am so glad I popped in here. I had the pork bahn mi, and it was on this really fresh gigantic french bread. Pickled vegetables tasted great. Cilantro. Generous helping of pork. Yup. The way a bahn mi should taste. And very very reasonably priced. It made a great "snack" on the red-eye I was working later that night. read more

The service is always fast, efficient and pleasant. Absolutely love their mocha coffee. The muffins are ginormous and tasty. Bagel sandwiches are delicious! Oh and pricing doesn't hurt at all. Love this place! read more

Turkey bacon breakfast croissant is AMAZING! Cashiers was so sweet to me. Great way to start the day

This was my first time in here. I was craving for a banh Mí sandwich. I ordered a #1- Combination and Coffee smoothie. It has been awhile since, I had the sandwich. So my expectation was at its peaks. I was so excited and Happy. While waiting, I and the server got into chatting. She was pleasant and friendly. I also met a couple of other ladies, sat down at their table and having a conversation. Here is my humble experience ranking from Great to Poor. #1. Atmosphere/Service- Great! Friendly servers. Clean. The patrons were pleasant. #2. Coffee Smoothie- Good! I would go back #3. Banh Mí- Poor! I was disappointed. The bread was not fresh and the fillings were mediocre. Would I go back? YES! For the service and the patrons. Plus, there are other things on the menu I still haven't had. read more

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Came here once for a quick donut fix after lunch down the road and immediately regretted it after I passed by Bob's donut shop a little further down the road (theirs were at least presented quite nicely).... Anyway, I got a variety donut holes (they even had sprinkled and powdered!), an apple fritter, and a french spiral donut. The donut holes were the worst I've ever had (pretty bland)... The apple fritter I had was huge but quality was lacking (where are the apples man?)... My hubby had the french donut and he was not a fan... said it tasted like it was cooked in old oil. Service was 5 stars though especially since the place was dead, but sorry I'd definitely try another place next time. P.S. If you wanted a record-breaking glazed raise donut though just for photo ops, they sell some the size of your head!!! (see pics) read more

Love this place! They serve both pastries and banh mi sandwiches. The Asian lady that works there is a doll! I love going there, greeted by friendly people, ordering fresh donuts, and tasty sandwiches. Prices are great. read more

I have done some field research for all my fellow yelpers and I can confirm that the buttermilk bars here are "THE" best. Delish and baked to perfection. I have come at random times during the day, in the afternoon and even 5 mins before closing and those suckers are always w a r m right out of the oven! Is this a random, amazing, delicious coincidence or what?! Also operational hours end at 7pm on Friday -don't be caught stupid and hungry outside after closing, craving a buttermilk bar like I have. read more

Tried the combo banh mi here twice and was disappointed both times. I was in a hurry the first time and ate it rather quickly, so I didn't really think about the taste. Just thought it tasted ok but not the best I've tried. It also made my stomach feel queasy, which I thought was from eating too fast. Past by today and thought I'd give it a second try. The pickled carrots and radishes were too overpowering; they probably used too much vinegar. The meat tasted low quality, and bread was average. I ate this slowly this time and it still made my stomach queasy - maybe from pate or the Mayo they use? The sandwich costs $6, which is a decent price. PS. I think this is family owned. A little girl runs the register. read more

Delicious bahn mi and breakfast sandwich!!! Owners are so friendly and warm. Excited to try their donuts

I went on a vacation to San Francisco And we always went to this donut shop every day until we had to go back the staff was so nice and sweet and the donut shop was clean also read more

Okay - since I left home in California, I have discovered that buttermilk bars are a local thing - you can't get them just anywhere. Tragic for the rest of the nation, but awesome when I go home. We recently went on a trip back home and as always, I was on a quest for the buttermilk bar of my dreams. I am not going to eat a million donuts, so I like to find a really good one and enjoy the bliss. We were walking down Polk Street late one night and saw some of these delectable treats taunting me in the window. They looked perfect, so we went in to grab a few. I was so bummed to hear those were just display donuts, and not edible. However, just as I was about to walk despondently away, the angelic young woman provided the magical information that there would be fresh buttermilk bars ready in about half an hour if we wanted to come back. DID I WANT TO COME BACK??? IS A FROG'S BUTT WATERTIGHT??? Holy crap... Fresh, hot, straight from the gates of heaven buttermilk bars. I could barely contain myself! We went across the street to Walgreens and tried to waste a little time there, but I was inexorably drawn back to this mecca of deliciousness to wait it out. We sat in excited anticipation, the delightful smells wafting out to us, taunting me, oh so delectably. Finally, she asked what kind I wanted, and how many. Three glazed, please - and then I saw her making them! Through the window, I watched MY buttermilk bars being glazed, then held up to drip clean, the glaze sliding down their crisp brown ridges and sadly, back into the bowl. I was licking my lips in anticipation of the soon to be had moment of sheer gastronomical delight. We paid and quickly walked out to the street - the bag was warm and slightly, but not disgustingly, greasy in my hands. We stopped and I reached in, feeling the steam and heat rising up to meet me. I chose the first one, almost, but not quite, too hot to touch - perfect. It was crispy on the edges, covered with dripping glaze, oh... my... god... The first bite melted in my mouth, just as it should. I savored it as long as I could, but, staring at the donut in my hand, could not wait long for more. The inside was dense and perfect. The glaze had permeated the top half of the flesh of the donut - exactly as it should. Every moment with this donut was absolute perfection. Glaze dripped down my fingers and over my hand, but I didn't care. I knew I would get to lick it off later. I was full and warm and happy and utterly blissful. This was the perfect donut. The next two mornings, I had the other two, no less perfect for the lack of warmth, and the memory hung with me, making me smile. Do yourself a favor - have a fresh buttermilk bar at this place. Close your eyes and savor it. Feel it deep in your soul. You will never - ever - forget. read more

Here's the thing: I'm terribly fond of donuts. It is also notoriously hard to find good donuts that will make you go out of your mind because it was so good. Donuts and Things was on the way, and it had what I required: donuts and also things. Yes. Good. I'm always there for the good old raised and glazed donut. This is precisely what I got, which is good - not amazing, but good, and what I required out of my donutting experience. I love it when shop owners make you feel like they'll go the extra mile for you! I bought donuts for my boyfriend, who is a donut fiend, and I didn't have quite enough on my minimum. The woman behind the counter was kind enough to inform me and help me make choices based on my price...so...that's why the breakfast sandwich was purchased. And it was not bad - surely, something I could make at home if I had the croissant on hand, but the croissant itself was lovely and enormous. To be honest, I'd go back. My boyfriend didn't like it too much, but there was a certain warmth from the lady that made me feel fond of the place. Plus, they have Vietnamese sandwiches, which I really would like to try next time I'm in. Worth the trip if you're craving a donut...or things. Gotta love that name. read more

After a huge dinner friend is craving a donut. Who am I to say no to that?! We head over to this place b/c all the other donut places nearby were closed. We were greeted by a super friendly man. Then he says, "all donuts are 2 for 1 after 8pm." Yup...we lost the ability to speak for a brief moment as we pointed at the cases and bumped into each other as we tried to make a decision. The normal thing would have been to just get 2 donuts. But no, we instead proceed to get 4 donuts and 2 half pints of milk. The guy that helped us was SUPER friendly!! He made quite the impression on us. They sell a variety of other items but we were so focused that we didn't notice. We then proceeded to eat our donuts in the car while driving home. No self control! They were just your typical donuts. If you need a place that's open late then come here. read more