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    Lil Sammie's Mini Donuts

    4.7 (59 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
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    Davee V.

    I'd always wanted to stop by and get these, but when I'd go, it was closed for the day. I finally got the timing right and was able to go on a Monday afternoon! The sweetest couple run this place and while you might blink and miss it at the end of the little shopping center, make sure you stop by! the mini donuts are so tasty and you can mix match the flavors if you get a box! Go support local small business you won't be disappointed!

    Berta B.

    My friend has been telling me amazing things about this place, and we finally got a chance to meet up here. I loved the huge mural on their window; it looks fun! My son loves everything about space, and that first thing he noticed was the huge astronaut in the mural. When we walked in, we were greeted with a huge smile. Right away, I could tell that the owners are great people who truly care about their customers. I wasn't familiar with their menu and was surprised at the different options that they have. My kids wanted to try their 11 mini donuts with Oreos and chocolate drizzle! They loved them! It was fun being able to watch them make the mini donuts! They pour the fresh batter into their donut maker. Once the mini donuts are done, they serve them in a small foil pan with a small plastic fork! I loved the presentation. They also sell coffee, apple juice, orange juice and chocolate milk. I loved everything about this small business! Thank you to my friend for introducing me to this wonderful shop!

    Kimberlyn K.

    Family run, Ventura local business that is a must try. If you are a mini donut lover who waits for the County fair you no longer have to wait! These are better and now you can have them more than just those two weeks of fair! Supporting local is also awesome! They have a few options we tried the classic plain sugar and cinnamon and that is always a hit! they were fresh and taste amazing also tried with some toppings and wow even better than original i cannot wait to try these donuts with all the other toppings an ways they offer them! Place is brand new nice and clean and the staff is family and warm and welcoming and helpful a few seat and tables to enjoy inside and it felt very inviting. Support local and give this spot a try I know I will be back! Came for the grand

    Diann B.

    First of all, the customer service was AMAZING!! Yes, I shouted i!. I didn't mind the wait at all to get these warm donuts. The owner even gave me a discount that I wasn't expecting. I paid $20.00 for 36 mini donuts. I paid with a credit card. I brought them to my students. We discussed our rating together. We are awarding these donuts 3 stars. They were doughy & undercooked. I ordered the sugar & caramel. I think that the gentlemen forgot the caramel. There was 5 other customers behind me. I believe that they cook when you get there. Give yourself a few minutes. 1 of my sweet students said that they were fluffy. Another student said, the sugar on them was good. We will give this establishment another try in a few months. They are located near the smoke shop not faraway from CVS.

    Maria T.

    Met Sammy at a Ventura chamber event super nice guy just opened up his business several years ago called Sammy's mini donuts a chance to sample his donuts today. I definitely want to support this local business owner. Tasty, creative with toppings. Bite size are perfect. Amazing delicious!! Located at the Ashwood Plaza Ventura.

    Variety Box! Pick your own flavors

    Delicious mini donuts! They have a variety of flavors, absolutely loved the raspberry and cinnamon sugar. Next time I want to try the pumpkin spice ! Owners are super friendly and welcoming. We got to meet lil Sammie himself :)

    Buddy box^ includes a variety amount of donut flavors!  Very creative!

    Best mini donuts I've ever had! The donuts were fresh, warm, and tasted amazing. You can really tell they're made with care. The owner was extremely friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. I also loved the atmosphere inside the shop, it felt cozy and inviting, and it made me want to stay longer. If you're ever visiting the area, I would 100% recommend stopping by and trying the donuts. You won't regret it!

    Devin B.

    How can you not love when you stumble across a place with people fully passionate about what they're doing. Lil Sammie's brings you that happiness you crave from the county fair and it's mini donuts but they're available all year round now! The passion the owners have for this space legit have us visiting every day for the last 3 days in a row even when we wanted a cup of coffee this was the spot we stopped at to support ! Check it out you won't be disappointed.

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    Lori F.

    I no longer have to wait a year to eat my favorite donuts! I can get them any time from Lil Sammie's and they are better!!! So excited to find this place and the owner is so awesome. I've already come back numerous times.

    Dolores P.

    Wow! For their soft opening Lil Sammies has a pretty cool spot and art in the shop. The owner is SO NICE and his love for his new business was contagious. His wife was at the register and ready to help with any questions about the (very affordable menu) and his dad was making fresh mini donuts. We got powdered, cinnamon sugar, and caramel. They were all so good and watch out because it's EASY to eat a dozen.... trust me I know. But they're mini so that's ok! Haha. I can wait to try the jam filled. This will be my stop in the way to work for sure!

    Nichole M.

    My daughter and I stopped here and she can't stop asking for the mini donuts! Amazing service from the owner and delicious mini donuts especially with the jam! my only regret was not getting more!

    Andrew K.

    I love supporting local businesses, especially family run like Lil Sammie's. Great people serving up nostalgic mini donuts with a flair. They are giving their all and giving back to the community that supports them. If you haven't already tried them out, you have to soon!

    Great for any event!!!

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    C u soon thanks for the review and support

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    There’s always next time. Thanks for stopping in!

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    I would not recommend this place. Extremely bad service. the owner was unprofessional and really rude.

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    Both husband and wife are amazing as are their little teeny tiny donuts, and it just fit right in your mouth perfectly

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    Outstandingly friendly service and wonderful mini donuts. I picked up a 30 pack and they were great

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