I went to check out the donuts and got to talking to the two girls up front. They were very friendly and helpful when I asked questions about some of their products! I got a cold brew with some half n half and marshmallow syrup! Perfect and not too sweet. read more

Blueberry. 1st bite... Keanu Reeves woah. Texture amazing. Just right fruit flavor. Eat it. Smile. Buy another. Just as guud. Levain sandwich might be better just as a donut without the inner components and the long wait to make it. Cinnamon Roll soft & sweet. All natural ingredients. Worth visiting Lily's. read more

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My sister was excited to try Lilly's, but unfortunately the experience was so unpleasant that we ended up leaving without ordering most of what we came for. When we approached the counter (Sunday 8/30 around 1:30 P.M.), the employee saw us but continued making a sandwich without acknowledging us for several minutes. When she finally did, she made it clear that helping us was an inconvenience because she was finishing the sandwich. We patiently waited another 5-7 minutes while she deeply concentrated on this sandwich like it was brain surgery. When she eventually asked if we had questions, my sister simply asked whether the tea was black tea. The response was unnecessarily curt. A few minutes later, the employee approached us with an attitude and said, "Do you even know what you are ordering? Because I need to go deliver this sandwich." We were ready since we first got there, but anyway... When my sister began ordering and I asked a simple question to my sister to make sure the item was for my Mom, the employee swung her head towards me while starring me down with an unnecessary hostile attitude almost like she wanted to fight me or something. At that point, I had completely lost my appetite and left. Especially after we had been beyond patient and friendly with her because we kind of felt sorry for her that she seemed so overwhelmed with making a sandwich while having two customers at the counter. So, we went to a competitor instead and received friendly, efficient service in less than half the time we had spent waiting at Lilly's. The competitor was far busier than Lilly's yet still able to greet us, and take care of us professionally. My sister only got the tea from Lilly's because she thought they might be the only ones offering black tea and eventually threw it out because she didn't care for it. Maybe this employee was having a bad day, but after looking at other reviews, it appears this may be a recurring customer-service issue. We were not demanding or impatient; we were actually very understanding and gave her plenty of time. I cannot imagine how she treats customers when there's actually a long line and a ton of orders in progress. Basic courtesy and multitasking are essential in customer service, especially when there are customers standing at the counter. We were the only ones in line the entire time yet she still couldn't handle it. Very disappointing experience, and unfortunately one that will keep us from returning. I'm pretty sure incompetence and misery were not the intened ingredients for your goods but that is what this employee was serving. read more

I don't like donuts that much. These donuts looked so good I decided to give 2 of them a try. They look so good, and taste just as good as they look. Key lime brioche donut was delicious. I got a cake one as well, not bad but the brioche filled ones are next level. Prices are somewhere between $5 and $6 per donut. They do have a few savory options. Cold brew coffee was good as well. read more

Super High Expectations but bummer, super low experience. Love the Public Market and have anticipated and been psyched about Lily's arrival for some tine now. So, yippee, they are open and very close to the Victoria street entrance. Delighted by their pretty donut display, their pure ingredients, gluten free options that actually look yummy, and an extensive and refreshingly unique beverage menu. How to choose?!?! Yet all giddiness petered out by the dull employee and no cash payment option. Happy bubbly engaging people please to match your peppy layout and donuts. And these are donuts. Reasonable donuts. Donuts shops should accept cash. read more

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Support local! This business just opened in the eatery two months ago and they're not only talented and beautiful looking, their donuts are amazing!!!!! They're perfect for events like weddings, corporate parties, birthday's and just a dozen just because! They change out their donuts and rotate them out often but their donuts are very outlandishly decorated in a great way and carefully curated. I got the old fashion and they sprayed some 0% whiskey on top and even added a cherry on a toothpick and an orange peel! Thanks for having donuts and cake donuts! https://www.lilysdonutsandpops.com/pages/locations read more

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What a find at the Public Market! Love these donuts. From the crème brûlée to the original, all were eaten and all were magnificent. I loved the light and fluffy crème in the brûlée. The maple was a real surprise, it looked like a standard donut but it was brioche and just the right amount of sweet and deliciousness. So I ordered them all and I can go on... my fav for the day, if I went back, the maple and the lemon meringue... don't get me wrong I'd eat them all but my tummy is only so big, so I'd go with these two. Also, coffee is legit If you are in town this is your spot! read more

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Nice addition to the public market! Ordered their lemon merengue donut which had a really nice flavor, not as sweet as your typical donut. They are a bit on the dough-y side & not as airy (which i dont mind but naming for others!) The cashier was also super friendly when taking our order! read more

Epic donuts in the SB Market (food court). Great place to go with a variety of offerings in the building. These donuts are amazing...Key Lime Pie and Pistachio stood out... definitely try those! Coffee and tea available as well. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. Overall highly recommend if you are looking for some tasty treats! read more

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Such a wonderful experience ordering such beautiful-looking donuts. Sarine assisted me and was very informative and thorough with what was being offered. My favorites were the pistachio, the cinnamon roll, and the original, although it seems like you can't go wrong with any flavor! read more

Lily's Donuts & pops - Donuts Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Located in the public market, donuts with various flavor concoctions as well as some of the strongest cold brew I have tasted! The cold brew will definitely wake you up. They have a variety of other drinks as well such as matchas other coffee drinks and lemonades. The donuts, there are savory and the usual sweet versions. They are a little more sweet and you can definitely share. The favorite so far a has been the espresso martini and the raspberry lemon. They were extremely friendly and were very informative on the different drinks that they have. Definitively will be going back. read more

Lily's Donuts & pops - Smore, raspberry lemon, cinnamon roll and pistachio - Donuts Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

The Moo hawk mentioned a new donut shop opening in th public market so I wanted to try it out. When I arrived they were bringing in the donuts. The blueberry donut had real blueberries and blueberry glaze, but the dough was unfortunately not blueberry flavored. I have lazy taste buds so when you bite into a piece that has blueberries, it tastes good, but if you get a piece with out it, it's just a plain donut. The pistachio cream wasn't bad. The iced americano was too light for me, but the wife's cold brew has bright flavor notes (I still prefer Starbucks coco notes in their cold brew). Service here was good. They were fast and it was morning so not many people yet. The sitting area had beach vibes, so we ate near the shop read more

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Really polite counter person which is always a plus in my book. Donuts were soft and rich without being overly heavy. Fresh fruit and ingredients can be tasted. If I wasn't on a diet I'd frequent more often. read more

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If I could rate this place a 0 I would. Went to get a cold brew and americano for the ride back home with my husband. Our order was taken by a snobby employee that claimed that americanos and cold brews were the same thing because of the way their "super expensive" and "high quality" ground control machine pulls their batch coffee. Instead of telling us that they ran of espresso, she proceeded to pretentiously tell us that "if we knew coffee, we would know that cold brews and americanos are the same thing." Having experience in serving coffee for the past 11 years, this is the first time I have heard this. Not only do they not have an espresso machine, they are claiming that what is on their menu is incorrect by serving cold brew and americano separately especially if they believe they are the same thing. Their drinks taste like burnt drip and their service is a 0/10. Please don't insult your customers' knowledge as you try to make up for your lack of knowledge. The bonus was that she saw our insulted faces and gave us a larger cold brew as if that would make this experience any better. read more

Amazing handcrafted donuts! I heard about Lily's Donuts from some locals and I'm so glad they told me about this place! The donuts are a great size and although I expected them to be pretty dense, they were actually so nice and soft. The cashier Ava, was knowledgeable and pleasant, she offered some great recommendations. I wanted to try every flavor but a few of my favorites were the cinnamon roll, regular glaze, blueberry, and maple. Each one was delicious and you can really tell they're handcrafted with care. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying some of the other flavors. Definitely a great local find! read more

Donuts look decadent but the coffee offerings are at best meh. The staff at the counter are very bubbly and accommodating but their skills to make a speciality coffee like àn iced mocha was a failure's read more

The service is exceptional always friendly and remembers us. The donuts are fresh and delicious extremely tasty. We had the madmen, the blueberry which is to die for, breakfast sandwich with the best bacon I have ever had and the creme brulee which was a masterpiece. read more

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Delicious donuts!!! Nice friendly knowledgeable staff. Tried the creme brûlée donut and had to go back to get a couple more to take home to the family. Very thick and yeasty. Would highly recommended. read more

We waited 20 minutes on a Saturday afternoon at 3:30 pm at Santa Barbara Public Market. Eight people finally left and so did we. The sign said "we'll be right back' but nobody showed up. What a waste of time! read more

Very very pleasantly surprised to come across this donut place! Husband ordered me a salmon bagel and it's like no other I've tasted. And I've tasted aplenty all over the world! Generous portion but most delish sourdough bun and toasted perfectly! read more

If you're walking through the public market, do yourself a favor and don't skip Lily's Donuts. Kaitlyn was awesome, super friendly, genuinely welcoming, and the kind of person who makes you feel like a regular even if it's your first visit. I kept it simple with the Original donut because I figured if you can't nail the original, nothing else matters. Safe to say they nailed it. Soft, chewy, ridiculously flavorful, and gone much faster than I intended. The coffee was outstanding too, which only made it harder to convince myself I didn't need a second donut. Great people, great coffee, great donuts, and a fun atmosphere inside the market. We'll definitely be making this a regular stop. read more

Lily's Donuts & pops - Lily's OG donut and a fresh cup of joe - Donuts Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Best donut spot in SB! I come in to to town a lot to try all the good food spots and this is my favorite breakfast. Many great options like the blueberry donut or breakfast sandwich (amazing bacon). Coffee is spot on too, I really like the cold brew. If you find yourself in the area definitely check out Lily's! read more

As a former LA foodie I don't say this lightly, but Lily's has the best donuts in Ventura County. The natural ingredients really make a difference, and the coffee is genuinely good--which I appreciate as someone who's pretty particular about coffee. The staff are always friendly and give you that small-town level of service that's hard to find these days. The owners are local, welcoming, and clearly take pride in what they do. Great people, great donuts, and great coffee. Always worth a stop. read more

This place is great! The donut flavors are fun and not off the wall (blueberry and cinnamon roll we're the kids favorites). This is a must stop the next time we're near the public market. read more

Lily's Donuts is one of those rare places that instantly brings you back to being a kid, but with a refined, upscale twist. From the moment you walk in, there's a sense of excitement and nostalgia, paired with a level of quality that clearly sets it apart from the average donut shop. The donuts are fresh, creative, and absolutely delicious, with flavors that feel both familiar and elevated. Every bite reminds you why donuts were such a treat growing up, while the presentation and craftsmanship make the experience feel special. I am genuinely excited about the second location opening and can't wait to see more people discover what makes Lily's so unique. It's become a favorite spot for my family and one that we look forward to visiting again and again. read more

Love your peanut butter and jelly doughnut and your glazed and your dark chocolate with espresso chunks yummy!!! with real food and real ingredients and latte machine maker wow. Super solid capachino. And so nice! Thank you for making our day. read more

I love Lilly's Donuts and pops! Great service and amazing donuts which deliver whenever I'm craving something sweet! The breakfast sandwiches they serve always hit the spot as well and I always enjoy coming to Lilly's donuts and pops. I recommend trying the matcha latte and the coffee! read more

Lily's Donuts & pops - Donuts Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Lilys donuts is one of the best donuts I have ever ate! The ingredients are high quality, clean, and yummy. I love the wide variety of flavors they have everyday. My favorite part is their savory levains. You can never go wrong with a breakfast sandwich! The coffee is also amazing and makes my morning so much better. I love getting an iced vanilla latte! The environment is clean, the service is fast, and the staff is very polite. Come give them a try! You won't regret it. read more

Just really really really good. Stumbled upon Lily's picking up food at Empty Bowl and they looked so good I had to get a few. Ended up with the Blueberry, Butter Cake with Sea Salt (gluten free) and the Churro. I'm not gluten free but the Butter cake one looked so good I tried it anyways and it had a great chew to it. All 3 donuts were amazing - really great texture and flavor. Will def go back to try them all. read more

Lily's Donuts & pops - Churro, Blueberry and Butter Cake w/ Sea Salt - Donuts Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Lily's donuts were so nicely displayed and looked delicious, so we bought one of each and took what we couldn't eat home. They tasted as good as they looked. They have a big selection of flavors, including savory ones, and you can make a meal out of them as we did for a few days. This business is a nice addition to the Public Market and can't wait until they open in more locations. read more

I was expecting donuts and was happily surprised with what I received. They were like custom ordered cakes. You have to try them

Its a cozy location! Tiktok brought us here and I cant stress enough. If you dont want to walk and want to try a piece of SB, check out public market and youll find little kitchen eateries inside. Kinda like those food courts in sf where you find them all in one space this is like that but with character and ample seating! Some places dont offer dine in but this location does! Lily's donuts is the place for a quick sweet dessert for the road home. Ashley was kind and helpful with answering our questions and even gave us her recommendations. Ngl, since we were here only for a hour or so before taking the drive back home up north, we ended up buying a bunch of donuts LOL. Service was great, location was chill, and the food was fire. read more

only three kinds of doughnuts and was told there was NO coffee made after I had paid. I canceled my order but they didn't reverse the CC charge read more

I have maybe have written one other review and did not want to do this as every company has a bad day but, this short blonde hair young employee is the rudest person and should really be re-trained at best. We did ask her name and the response was, I dont feel comfortable giving it to you. This is how the whole transaction went. She felt no need to help us or act like she cared about anyone but herself. Since she hated us from the beginning we were pretty sure she gave us the oldest donuts she could find. They were not edible, even our big dogs who eat everything wouldn't touch them. We will never go back and will continue to share our dreadful experience. The one positive experience was our kids had a good learning lesson on how never to act and how it affects the whole business from bad behavior to no return customers. read more

Wow! Incredible pistachio cream donut! So light and not too sweet. A delight! I highly recommend. Best donut I have eaten in a long time

I've been hearing about Lily's for a while and have seen so many photos on their Instagram that I was dying to try them, but living in Newport Beach, I never had the chance. This past weekend we were camping outside of Santa Ynez and made a quick stop at the Santa Barbara Public Market for lunch. We ordered a variety of donuts, cut them up so everyone could try each one, and they honestly exceeded my expectations. Every single one was incredible. The woman who helped us was super patient, friendly, and gave us great recommendations. Their cold brew was excellent too. Definitely a 10/10 experience, and I'll be back the next time I'm up that way. read more

Love this place! Donuts are excellent and fun to try. Need to go back to try the Espresso Martini donut.