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    Golden Gate Donuts

    4.3 (22 reviews)
    Closed • 6:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    everything is delicious my tea was perfect. and everyone there is lovely and kind. I got a #2 which was quite large and delicious, 1 also got a chai tea and they added honey for me! they also threw in two donut holes THANK YOU!!

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    Ed U.

    Sixth Street isn't the happiest place on earth but neither is Disneyland, so let's keep those expectations in check if you decide to take the rather courageous stroll from Market to Howard as I have when I decide to throw caution to the wind. This was the former Louisiana Fried Chicken space, so it's good they found another reason to use the deep oil fryers. Donuts make sense in this urban neighborhood because you want to grab them and run. Like the wind. However, before you take flight, you will have a very pleasant interaction with the server here. She was very sunny side up without a broken yolk. I decided on a Chocolate Coconut and a Glazed Raised (photo: https://yelp.to/w0kWTzqEnr). Why not? They were $1.50 each. I brought them home. I ain't crazy. DONUTS - 4 stars...pretty good as donuts go AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...well kept and clean SERVICE - 4 stars...friendly and attentive TOTAL - 4 stars...donut run RELATED - Exploring 6th Street? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2NNz312

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    Zahir K.

    What a Gem of a place with amazing owners. Amazing prices and high quality donuts. Owners were very friendly and had a great vibe and care to them. You can tell they care about their customers!! I tried a few different but here are my rankings. 10/10 Classic Glazed: Soft, yeasty, pulls apart and melt in your mouth, amazing classic. 9/10 Chocolate frosted: Wish it had more chocolate flavor but still fantastic. 8.5/10 Maple frosted: Not too sweet and the maple is subtle. 9/10 Frosted cake: It's a like biting a literal cake. Fantastic. Little on the sweet side. 7/10 Old fashioned chocolate frosted: Least favorite but it's a personal preference, 10/10 when dunked in coffee. Crumb: 10/10 if you like cinnamon this is all you. Soft, fragrant, well rounded donut.

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    Elizabeth U.

    I arrived here to a friendly team of donut sellers. I purchased 6 mix and match donuts. In my box I had the old fashions, chocolate glazes, a maple old fashioned, and a chocolate crumb cake. All three tasted like how I remembered them as a kid. Nostalgia, when my aunt and uncle used to be bakers themselves. Fresh, sweet, fragrant. Their donut boxes are super cute, I purchased two dozens for a work event. Love supporting local mom and pop shops. Support small businesses!

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    Dan T.

    Friendly service. Donut was aiight. Tiny spot, there's a couple seats. Questionable part of the neighborhood.

    Miguel P.

    On top of the donuts being delicious. The customer service was a 10/10! The owner was super nice and I felt super safe with them. The people were super nice!

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    Great donuts and the nicest owner! Best apple fritter in town. Grab 1 or more before a show.

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    The donuts are no where near as good as they used to be. They smell taste like old oil and leaves a filmy feeling in your mouth.

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    1 year ago

    This small spot is perfect for a quick grab-and-go. The donuts were genuinely delicious.

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    this place has really sweet owners and a good variety of soft, fresh, delicious donuts!

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    1 year ago

    Loved my bagel! This place is so special! Thank you so much! I am a loyal customer! The owner is the kindest man

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    2 years ago

    I didn't try a donut, but the pork sandwich was excellent! I'd definitely come back just for that. Great service, too.

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