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First time coming back after seeing the high reviews, and overall I liked it! I immediately noticed the giant cookies, muffins, and specialty donuts but today I just chose donuts, including the nutella, oreo, glaze twists, old fashion glaze, maple bacon, and some giant chocolate filled chocolate topped goodness. The donuts aren't greasy or oily and actually not too heavy or sweet either. My nutella was like a croissant donut, so flakey and airy, and again not too sweet with a great bite. The maple bacon also had a great balance of sweetness to salty-savory with the bacon. Service was mixed. When I first walked in, an older lady greeted me but when I said it was my first time and needed a minute to decide, she seemed annoyed. I was also the only customer in ordering at the time. But I had two other employees also greet me and say hello which was nice and not something you always see. read more

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Great little donut shop! It's one of those shops that you'd probably just keep passing by & never walk-in. This one you definitely should take a second to stop by! My brother got a jalapeño bagel & they turned it into the perfect breakfast bagel. The service here is fast & efficient. Nice & clean donut shop with freshly baked donuts/goodies! read more

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Nice and clean! Friendly staff... This was our first time here and definitely will NOT BE THE LAST! Malasada donuts were good, different from what I'm used to, but taste was still ok. Had the breakfast croissant , LOVED IT! And then their HANGOVER CROISSANT lunch, man oh man, talk about feeling stuff Worth a try and worth coming back again and again! Thanks Mama's Donuts read more

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Anisha P.

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I have heard SO much about Mamas Donuts over the years. So many people rave about their cronuts so I was excited to finally try them out for myself. While it's obvious that the owners put so much care and detail into their cronuts, I wouldn't say it's worth a long drive. They are just as good as the average cronut. Also, they are extremely sweet! I bought 4 with the intention of sharing with my family so we can have a taste of each. After 2 bites I was sugared out! Cronuts are so flaky so you can't store them away. They go bad very quickly. I would only order as many as you think you can eat in one sitting. Keep in mind that 4 cronuts and 1 orange juice cost $20. The red velvet was the best one! The red velvet crumbled on top reminded me of a sprinkles cupcake. If you can only pick one, I'd definitely recommend red velvet. They also have freshly squeezed orange juice available in the fridge. If you're planning on dropping by make sure to call ahead of time because they have varying operating hours. While, it was nice to finally try this place out, I don't think I'll be back. It's definitely something you try once. read more

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Awesome!!! Love this donut shop, always on top of things, always fresh and delicious stuff! Super friendly staff. Parking can be bad, but it's worth the visit for freshness. Definitely recommend some croissants, they make them so good and buttery! I could recommend everything there actually, cause it's fresh all the time if you go in the early AM, and they just make it right! read more

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Melissa C.

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Yummy custom donuts. Very nice customer service. Will be my go to donut shop. Can't wait to try there sandwiches.

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Fun mermaid, unicorn and "Hello Kitty" donuts, but I spent $22 on 7 donuts. Now, I did not ask for an itemized receipt, but an average of $3.14 per donut seems pretty steep to me... Had a red crumble donut with cream inside that was pretty darn tasty and my kids liked their traditional glazed and strawberry donuts, but I was underwhelmed by the apple fritter. Will we return? Possibly if my little girls just had to have a mermaid or unicorn donut, but I'll leave the fritter in the display case and ask for prices on the others! read more

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Rebecca G.

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The food is bomb, get the sandwiches for lunch! So filling and at a great price. The service is quick and easy. The staff are so sweet

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Mandy S.

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So happy I found Mama's Donuts! Searched for a shop that does custom donuts, and Mama's was so helpful and was able to do exactly what I asked for! They made the cutest Pokémon birthday donuts for us. Not only do they look great but they taste great, too! Everyone here was so friendly and welcoming. Will definitely be a repeat customer and will happily continue to support this business! Thank you, Mama's Donuts! read more

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Garo B.

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Curtious Service Delicious Everything Mike is a stand-up guy I mean that figuratively and literally, no seriously, I've never seen this guy sitting on a chair and this has been my go to place for over 10 years. read more

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Slim pickings in general. The unicorn decorated donuts are $4e. Was in a jam but if I wasn't, would have gone somewhere else for a better selection. read more

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Take-out only during the Covid19 zombie apocalypse. The sammiches were delish! We ordered the Triple Stack Pastrami with avocado and the Italian. Jalapeños on the side. Had the sammies cut in half so we could each try the two flavors. More than enough for two guys. Also got donut holes filled with custard! All this for about $16. Not bad at all. Thanks Mama's Donuts and we will see you again real soon. read more

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Jazmine O.

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My favorite donut shop! Always has great assortment and always fresh!! Family owned and operated and they're so welcoming in the mornings!

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Nice family business, donut and sandwich shop. The donuts are great for fair prices (less than $2 ea). The sandwiches are excellent and affordable ($7-10). They put raw jalapeño on the Bánh mì style sandwiches, be ready for the spicy kick! read more

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Jairo M.

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Great donuts! First time I went was for the Kobe donuts they had for Kobe's memorial. Awesome decoration along with great taste. I have been back since then and grabbed their dozen donuts and they give you a half dozen of donut holes. Definitely a must. read more

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Matt Z.

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2 years ago

Mama's is a neighborhood fixture. The donuts are the best in the valley and the people that work there are even better. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's like a community center in the neighborhood that always welcomes anyone that comes in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They always have super cool donuts themed for holidays and events. And the sandwiches and breakfast burritos are bomb! If you stop by say hello to Mike and the gang. read more

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Danna B.

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3 years ago

My son's dream was having a donut cake for his bday and mamas donut made it happen. I'm assuming it was the owners who helped me and they are just really sweet people. I had to write them a review. It's rare to get such extremely nice customer service these days. read more

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Daryl D.

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I have passed by this doughnut place numerous times and I finally stopped by the place. I came during lunch time and people were ordering sandwiches. I got the pastrami and also tried a blueberry cronut. The sandwich was really good and hit the spot for lunch. The cronut was really good and had the perfect blueberry filling and it was flaky. I will be back to try their other sandwiches and other doughnuts. read more

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Sasha L.

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Been coming for over 3 years now and I'm never unsatisfied. Everyone here is great and really makes you feel welcome, not to mention how great the food and coffee is. I'm not a coffee person, but I absolutely LOVE the coffee here! Keep up the good work! read more

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Thanks to YELP I found this place. I have driven past hundreds of times and never thought to stop. I needed beautiful delicious donuts so I consulted with YELP. Did not disappoint: Beautiful and delicious. The red velvet donuts were super moist and not too sweet you can easily eat a few at a time. The mermaid donut was my favorite in terms of beauty and taste, every girl deserves one. There was also a peanutbutter swirl to die for. The cake itself is moist and flavorful. Great place to come if you are headed to an event and dont know what to take... take DONUTS! I am not a huge donut consumer but this place has flipped me. Out with cake and in with donuts read more

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Antrias T.

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Hi Andrews Mom I'm Andrews friend and I thought to just give you guys 5 stars because he's cool. Also you guys have great doughnuts and sandwiches so yeah. read more

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Alamanda R.

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Hands down my favorite little donut hut. Everything I get from here is just so good, from sandwiches, donuts, breakfast, coffee, & smoothies! Yum! & they're all so nice. read more

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Sara H.

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Friendly staff. Service was fast and the donuts were fresh. Very reasonable pricing. Some places overcharge for donuts but their pricing was fair. read more

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Excellent choice for donuts in the valley. Donuts are light and cakey. My go to place for quick snacks on my way to the private airport nearby. read more

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A GEM. TRULY. I love this place. You cannot go wrong with their breakfast sandwiches. They're reasonably priced, you can choose any toppings, and any bread. I LOVE the egg and cheese on a croissant . Their donuts are great as well. They have croissant donuts, any kind of donut you could ever imagine. read more

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David A.

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Fun place to grab some special donuts. They look as good as they taste. The quality of the donuts and the creativity is first rate

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Tarek J.

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My daughters love this place! I tried and they were right. Donuts with coffee... 10/10!

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Tara B.

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Everyone there is very nice and helpful. Beautiful job on my daughter's 10th birthday Hello Kitty donuts! Also 2 thumbs up on the flavor!! read more

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Kislev A.

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Mama's Donuts is located at a strip mall with limited parking. Not to worry: parking turnover is quick as Mama's Donuts' service is quick too. The workers here are always friendly, the donuts are fresh, and the variety of hot drinks offered is certainly more than adequate. They offer your basic donut selections as well as "fancy donuts" which is an alias for their cronuts since the name cronuts has been trademarked. :) read more

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julie k.

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Amazing donuts. The service is great amd the regulars aren't shu about making recommendations. Makes it feel small town. Love it. read more

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16844 Sherman Way
Van Nuys, CA 91406
Lake Balboa
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(818) 997-1654
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Hours

What time does Mama's Donuts open?

Mama's Donuts opens at 4:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Mama's Donuts opens at 5:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Mama's Donuts close?

Mama's Donuts closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 4:00 AM - 2:00 PMSat-Sun 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Mama's Donuts take credit cards?

Yes, Mama's Donuts takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Mama's Donuts have catering options?

Yes, Mama's Donuts does have catering options.

Does Mama's Donuts serve alcohol?

Yes, Mama's Donuts serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Mama's Donuts allow dogs?

Yes, Mama's Donuts allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mama's Donuts have bike parking?

Yes, Mama's Donuts has bike parking.

Does Mama's Donuts have parking?

Yes, Mama's Donuts has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Mama's Donuts have free WiFi?

Yes, Mama's Donuts has free WiFi.

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Western Bagel

I came back to use a gift card I got for here! I got a sesame bagel with ham and cheese!! Delicious…read morecrispy outside and soft and chewy inside. I absolutely love this place. You can literally tell the bagels are all made fresh - right at this location! The ambiance is fun and fast. No tables on the inside, but don't worry because your bagel won't last that long! Can't wait to come back! The workers are very friendly at this location. Great service.

Ever since I went to a Jewish funeral and the mini plain bagels were dry and hard as rocks, I've…read morebeen craving a good bagel. This is the Mother Ship. Open 24 hours. This is where all the Valley bagels are conceived and born and sent out to the stores. I'm not sure how far they deliver but THIS is where the bagels are made. So fresh and the best bagels. I used to work in the area 20 years ago so it's been a long time since I've been. New flavors of bagels and cream cheese. I don't remember egg everything bagel. The lobby is very big and spacious. It's cash only but they do have an ATM. The server helping me was very sweet and helpful. A bakers dozen and 2 flavored cream cheese was $36.85. A little pricey but definitely worth it. The server was very happy when I said keep the change. It wasn't much but I appreciate her gratitude.

You looking for a good bagel? You gotta come to Western Bagel!

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Abraham Bagel Cafe

I have fallen in love with this place and their iced coffee! Always sweet staff and there is…read moreparking right there.

Great service! I love their self serve coffee station. Their lox is delicious too(although a little…read morepricey). They do not accept cash so just a heads up. Overall I absolutely loved their bagels and they do have a small outdoor seating area as well. Consider me a new regular!

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Black Heart Coffee

Dropped by for a quick breakfast bite and lucky to find street parking, as the small parking lot…read morelooked a bit challenging. You order at the cashier and find your own seat. We ordered the bouquet burrito and chilaquiles. Food came out fairly quickly, and they even package your food in a to-go box in case you have leftovers to take home. The burrito was huge, flavorful and generously filled. The chilaquiles were tasty as well. Overall, we were happy with our quick breakfast bite. There's a communal table along with other indoor seating plus some outdoor seating available too.

Cute vibe, but drinks and parking are hit-or-miss…read more This was our second time visiting, and while we like the atmosphere, there are a few things to keep in mind. Parking is a real struggle, very limited lot, so be prepared to circle around or park in the nearby residential area and walk. Drinks: I ordered the White Chocolate Lavender latte, sweet and floral, but my husband found it too sugary. He got the Black Heart latte, which he said was strong and bold, though I could barely taste anything in it (probably because my drink was so sweet, it killed my palate!). So maybe order based on your sweetness tolerance. Food: We shared a butter croissant, which was just okay, my husband called it "plain," and I'd agree. Nothing special. Seating: The inside was packed, but we managed to grab a spot at a long communal table. They do have a few outdoor seats too if you prefer fresh air. Overall, it's a cozy spot with a cool interior, but come with patience for parking and know your drink order might lean extreme one way or the other. We'll probably give it one more try with different drinks.

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Western Bagel

My brother stopped off there. I did not go there and got me cinnamon raisin and egg bagels. They…read morewere so fresh and so good already had some money just got home. They're one of a few places still has a cinnamon raisin bagel. I wish that more raisins, but it's still really good and also the one a few places that still have egg bagels and their egg bagels are really good. I highly recommend this place. My family have been eating there for many many years. My dad used to go to Van Nuys on Sunday morning to get the very fresh bagels and bring them home for bagels and cheese and lox.

If you want to see first hand the destruction Private Equity can do when they get their hands on a…read moreclassic business here is your chance. Everything from the service to the quality has been striped out of this once great store.

With egg, bacon, cheese, hash browns

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Welcoming and great ambiance!

Modern Bread And Bagel

Been meaning to try this place! We frequently visit the Village but this is mostly a breakfast…read moreplace so they close early. The times we were there were in the evening and never got to try it till this past weekend! The vibes of this place is absolutely beautiful! Love the garden chairs/seating outside and the beautiful inside. The bagels are all on the wall which makes it look very beautifully presented. I got an everything bagel with regular cream cheese and an iced cinnamon bun latte. My bf got the super seed bagel with strawberry cream cheese and a raspberry matcha latte. We sat outside and our food and drinks came out so quickly! Love how loaded they make the bagels with the cream cheese, just the way I like it. The drinks were great as well and not as sweet as it sounds! Such a great breakfast spot and would definitely love to come back! IG: @ammysalamii

Nice place for breakfast with a relaxed atmosphere. The service was friendly, the prices were…read morereasonable, and the food was very good. I had the grilled salmon salad with lettuce, avocado, and cucumber. It was fresh, healthy, and really tasty. My wife had the avocado toast. It wasn't a big portion, but it looked great and tasted good. We came after our workout for breakfast and really enjoyed it. The reason I'm giving 3 stars is the cleanliness. I understand it's hard to keep everything clean when a restaurant is busy, but this time the place was almost empty. There were food crumbs on the floor around our table and some tables still had leftovers on them. It wasn't very pleasant while eating. I'll probably come back because the food is worth it. If the restaurant is cleaner next time, I'd be happy to give it more stars.

Everything Bagel and Super Seed Bagel w/ Strawberry Cream Cheese IG: @ammysalamii

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Raspberry Matcha & Cinnamon Bun Latte IG: @ammysalamii

Hank’s Bagels

Hank's Bagel absolutely delivered this morning. We stopped in when it was not busy, and our order…read morecame out in about two minutes. My youngest said it felt like bagel magic. I grabbed an onion bialy with cream cheese, and I am still thinking about it hours later. The flavor was unreal. It tasted like the best part of French onion soup, just without the soup. Rich, savory, and perfect with the cream cheese. Blissful is the only word that fits. My youngest went with an everything bagel, plain, and she lit up after the first bite. Soft, squishy, exactly how she likes it. She looked at me and said, "Dad, how come you haven't brought me here before?" I told her that sometimes, for great things, you have to wait in life. We also grabbed the nectar of the gods (Diet Coke) and an apple juice. Everything was packaged neatly, easy to grab and go, and the whole experience felt effortless and the people there are wicked nice! Hank's is officially in our rotation now.

The bagels from this place are amazing. The toppings are always fresh... If they make it onto your…read morebagel. Out of the five times I have picked up bagels here (ordered online and in person), only two have been correct. Three times I have brought home my orders open them up to find a missing topping. Today it was cream cheese. Last time it was avocado (a pricey loss). The people putting together the bagels need to be more conscientious about what they're doing and double-checking their accuracy. Also, the manager should be checking the order before it goes out. This is happening far too frequently for a To-Go food shop.

Extra cream cheese is NO joke

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Steve's Donuts Cafe

I went in for the first time, and the donuts and pastries looks great…read more Unfortunately, the guy I'm assuming is the owner, was a real dick.

Delicious. Service is wonderful. Love their donut holes and shakes. Don't sleep on the burgers thi.read more

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DC Cafe Donuts

After a nice walk at the park, I decided to treat myself to a coffee and stopped in for the first…read moretime. I had my dog with me, and the staff was very welcoming and helpful. Since I wasn't sure what to order, they gave me a few recommendations, and I went with the Thai iced coffee, absolutely delicious from the first sip. Despite the morning rush, the atmosphere felt warm and balanced, with locals chatting and people grabbing their coffee on the go. The service was quick, friendly, and attentive. Safe to say I found my new favorite coffee shop!

Their drinks and breakfast croissants are absolutely amazing! I would recommend this place to…read moreanyone and the staff is friendly.

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Stop In Donuts

The Freshest Most Delicious Donuts in the Area! They are in…read moree every morning Early at 3:am Making Donuts Fresh Every Day and Amazing they open at 5:am and start selling to Hard Working People who get up that early for work. It's almost like watching the City come Alive Every Morning, such Dedication and Commitment to Service and Excellence Donuts Daily! And We Love Their Sandwiches and Coffee Just as Fresh As the Donuts!

Very small shop with lots of donuts! Just needed some sweet treat for the coffee. Plain cake…read morechocolate top for me. Thank you.

If the glazed tasty meaning everything else will be delicious

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Einstein Bros. Bagels

Food: I got two everything bagels (not toasted no cream cheese) I took them home to make bagel…read moresandwiches, they did not have much flavor. The were very chewy and even hair to cut when they had been warmed up and toasted. The only good thing is that they are pretty wide so it was good for making the sandwich. Service: Not so great, employee didn't great back and looked pretty upset to be working lol. Store ambiance was ok I guess, nothing special. Overall: It was a waste of $5 for 2 bagels. Go buy a pack of everything bagels from costco, those are WAYYY better!

Waited 20 minutes for a basic to-go order, with just two people ahead of me. The lady making my…read morebagels stared at my receipt about 30 times as if my order was confusing...it wasn't. The food was fine, but the lack of efficiency or clarity for such a simple order is unacceptable for a bagel shop. Attaching the receipt so it's clear what I ordered. Ordered at 11:05, got my food at 11:25.

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Mariscos Corona

Came here today for the first time and the food did not disappoint! I ordered a surf taco and a…read moreCoctel de camaron, both were really good but the surf taco was bomb!! Definitely recommend! If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with generous portions and excellent service, this is definitely a spot worth checking out. I'll definitely be coming back!

Food was bomb!! Service was grate, and the place is very bright and welcoming, coming back.read more

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Western Bagel

I came back to use a gift card I got for here! I got a sesame bagel with ham and cheese!! Delicious…read morecrispy outside and soft and chewy inside. I absolutely love this place. You can literally tell the bagels are all made fresh - right at this location! The ambiance is fun and fast. No tables on the inside, but don't worry because your bagel won't last that long! Can't wait to come back! The workers are very friendly at this location. Great service.

Ever since I went to a Jewish funeral and the mini plain bagels were dry and hard as rocks, I've…read morebeen craving a good bagel. This is the Mother Ship. Open 24 hours. This is where all the Valley bagels are conceived and born and sent out to the stores. I'm not sure how far they deliver but THIS is where the bagels are made. So fresh and the best bagels. I used to work in the area 20 years ago so it's been a long time since I've been. New flavors of bagels and cream cheese. I don't remember egg everything bagel. The lobby is very big and spacious. It's cash only but they do have an ATM. The server helping me was very sweet and helpful. A bakers dozen and 2 flavored cream cheese was $36.85. A little pricey but definitely worth it. The server was very happy when I said keep the change. It wasn't much but I appreciate her gratitude.

You looking for a good bagel? You gotta come to Western Bagel!

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You looking for a good bagel? You gotta come to Western Bagel!

Piroshki House

Best piroshkis and ponchiks!!…read more I've been coming to Piroshki House for about 10+ yrs now, and it's still my go-to for Armenian pastries. I drive a long distance to come to this place. Their piroshkis and ponchiks are hands down the best I've had, consistent, delicious, and exactly what keeps me coming back after all these years. A true valley gem.

Honestly a hidden gem in the valley. There's not a lot of russian pastry shops in LA in general…read more Their food is made fresh daily. The piroshkis are fried but didn't taste overly oily. I had the potato and beef piroshkis and both were delicious. They include seasoning that you can add on top to enhance the flavor.

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Birrieria San Marcos

The service was lovely. The food was oh my gosh delicious the Duran Dorado tacos and cheesy tacos…read more Yum Yum good. The atmosphere was pretty terrible unless you don't mind sitting on the side of the street. We're sadly UnHoused frequently live. it has a faint smell of urine. But otherwise, it was a delectable delicious experience

Very well. Their food was amazing and their serving was not…read morebad too .their service was amazing and ambiance too.

Chorizo & Egg Breakfast Burrito

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Everything needed for a Birria feast.

Victory Caffe

Shweet! Got tired of going to Robeks for their açaí bowls and decided to give Victory Caffe a try…read more Nice cozy/chill vibe spot with friendly service. Safe to say this is my new go to for açaí bowls in the neighborhood, the bowls were loaded and perfect!! Would love to try their breakfast/brunch menus next time!

I just moved back to LA from Seattle with no local spots and one craving: a good almond croissant…read more Victory Cafe delivered -- literally. Within two weeks of regular orders, the owner Efren called me personally. They were out of my almond croissants, so he stayed late, made a batch himself, and dropped them off on his way home. He remembered a note I'd left on a receipt about just moving back and wanted to make sure I was taken care of. The food is excellent -- salads, sandwiches, quesadillas, pastries -- and I routinely get two to three days' worth for fifty dollars. But what sets Victory Cafe apart is something you can't fake: genuine care, consistency, and a team that clearly reflects how they're led. Loyal customer for life. Keep an eye on this place.

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Shaun A.

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7 years ago

When I discovered this little gem and their awesome subs, IT WAS LIKE LOVE AT THE FIRST SIGHT! I kinda knew they are famous for their Donuts, but in fact they should also be famous for their subs too Especially my favorite is the double meat hot Pastrami with everything on it...but I must say the only person that gets my order right is Asian gentleman / Owner behind the counter, he loads my sub with generous amount of meat and veggies exactly how I like it every time But this last time, one of the ladies took my order and what I got was half the ingredient and I was super disappointed and annoyed And if it wasn't for the owner, I would not be so generous in my rating...I am hoping that he reads this and makes sure to tell his staff, not to go cheap on the ingredients next time. Success to a repeat business is CONSISTENCY!!! you may save a few pennies on one sub, but you will lose a customer forever! And to give them the benefit of the doubt, I'll go back in there and give it one last try and have one of the ladies make my sub, and will see how it will effect my rating read more

Alan G.

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2 months ago

Mamas Donuts in Van Nuys is one of those early‑morning gems that actually delivers. Fresh donuts, real flavor, and a crew that keeps the line moving without attitude. Everything comes out warm, soft, and made with care -- no shortcuts, no stale leftovers. Their classics hit exactly how they should, and the specialty donuts show they put pride into what they do. Coffee's solid, prices stay fair, and the whole spot has that neighborhood feel that makes you want to swing by again. If you're in Van Nuys and want something quick, fresh, and done right, Mamas Donuts is a reliable stop. Quality, consistency, and good energy. read more

Brandon B.

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14 years ago

The Vietnamese family family that owns this donut shop is awesome. They are very kind people, always have smiles on their face, just a pleasure to be around. I love everything they serve there, and the only thing that makes it better is the free donut hole you get with everything that you order. The donuts are never old, always soft and fresh, the coffee is always hot. read more

Andreas R.

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15 years ago

Honestly, this place has the best Donuts in TOWN! Mama's donuts are the bomb, if you know what i mean. This place will kick the butt of big donut companies if they go head to head. Seriously, have a visit in this place to experience a life-changing transformation after taking a bite from their donut specials. read more

Chloe V.

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7 years ago

Used to drive by this place a lot but I finally had the chance to drop by and fell in love great donuts and the best coffee around. The service here is amazing and everyone is wonderful. Come get a bagel with creme cheese or a chocolate donut you will just love it read more

Genesses R.

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4 years ago

Breakfast taste great but the service is bad every time I go in to order my order is never correct. This is the third time I place in order in the shop and still have something missing. Wish they were more car full when taking orders down. read more

Corey H.

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7 years ago

Cute diner atmosphere, delicious fresh food, great (and reasonably priced) coffee, MOST AMAZING BREAKFAST BURRITO AND BREAKFAST SANDWICHES in LA - I'm super satisfied and you will be too! Big recommend! read more

Debbie C.

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11 years ago

Fast service and very friendly people. They usually give my kid free donut holes, which is always exciting. I typically get the breakfast bagels and are excellent. read more

Rihanna C.

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9 years ago

Great food, great customer service! And always fresh food ready to serve its customers. Love, love, love this place!!!!

Girl L.

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11 years ago

Great sandwiches & donuts! I've enjoyed everything I've tried here so far. The staff is very friendly, as well.

Bob S.

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10 years ago

I grabbed few donuts but they were not very fresh unfortunately. But the prices are very affordable for me.

David G.

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8 years ago

Excellent place and opens at 4 am. Very nice service as well. Great breakfast sandwiches and donuts!

Nancy C.

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4 years ago

Excellent service and delicious cronuts! The donut shop is clean and their donuts are very tasty read more

Lya S.

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10 years ago

Not the best-looking or -tasting donuts around but it's the closest one to me. That's about it.

Steven F.

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10 years ago

I love this shop so much!!! It's not just the amazing selection, but the superior service.

Candy H.

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9 years ago

Great sandwiches, great donuts, smoothies and coffee drinks! Love this place!

Carl G.

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15 years ago

Prices are well cool, Staff is good and professional. Will Keep coming.

Emory M.

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10 years ago

Love their Cronuts and sandwiches. Affordable.

Kevin K.

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14 years ago

The mini croissant are great here.. The best

Samuel T.

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8 years ago

best bacon and egg croissant in the valley!

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