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Mama's Donuts

4.7 (358 reviews)
Closed 4:00 am - 2:00 pm

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MAMA'S DONUTS ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Jocelyn D.

This place never disappoints! Donuts taste fresh, Fresh juice are delicious This place always has customers so you know they're doing something right. Even in the rain this place is packed.

The best in the San Fernando valley
Emma O.

Number one !!!! Every single item is delicious! I personally recommend .is yummy, they have a special donut for children fantastic!

Ham egg and cheese croissant
Sophie O.

Yummy breakfast and great coffee! Love coming here for fast and friendly service! The old style donut shop is always a nostalgic moment! Everyone try their croissants breakfast sandwiches!

Donuts

I placed an order for a dozen Halloween theme donuts for next day pickup. The donuts came out better than I expected. Excellent customer service!!!

Baby shower donuts
Rocio A.

I ordered 3 dozen baby shower themed donuts for my sisters baby shower. The donuts were perfect!!! Not only were they beautiful but they were also delicious!!! They were worth every penny! Service was also great. I forgot to get his name but he understood exactly what I wanted and exceeded my expectations. The donuts were ready on time and tasted super fresh. I cannot wait to order again!

Hungover breakfast burrito
Krishna C.

I love coming here everything here is soooo good. I tried the hungover breakfast burrito omg 10/10 everyone needs to try it. Everyone here is super nice too and everything is always super clean I love mama donuts

Katherine P.

Not your average family owed donut shop. They are super friendly and they have the best donuts. If you want beautifully decorated ones they go all out for the holidays and even just custom ones.

Donuts!

How lucky are we to have Mama's Donuts in Lake Balboa? Everything is fresh, including juice & coffee. Wide menu selection with everything you could want for breakfast or lunch. Nice prices & friendly staff! Plenty of seating with lots of light to sit & enjoy your meal...

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Love there Donuts. They do an amazing work when it comes to there Deseigns like Star Wars, Dodgers, Teacher appreciation.

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2 years ago

Amazing creations that are also delicious! We ordered a number of their donuts and loved them all.

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Great customer service! Love the variety of options for donuts as well as beverages and breakfast croissants.

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Great service and great donuts my favorite donut spot in the valley I am for sure going to be a regular

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4 years ago

Best donuts in SFV. Fresh, good selection, nice people! Highly recommend! It's always busy but they get the orders done quickly.

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Delicious doughnuts but my favorite go to is the hangover on a croissant I've probably had that more than any of the donuts lol

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3 years ago

Great donuts, great breakfast sandwiches, insanely cheap, super nice, super fast and never overly packed. What more could you ask for?!

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7 years ago

Mama's has a damn good ham, cheese, and jalapeno croissant that you should try!

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3 years ago

excellent service right when you walk in you feel welcomed by the family owned business. High recommend.

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Ask the Community - Mama's Donuts

What is the cost for a plain donut....and Apple Fritters?

Can they make a large texas-sized donut with some decor on it? I want to use it in lieu of a birthday cake.

Are the unicorn donuts custom made or are they available daily?

Both. On the weekends they go fast.

Is it made of white chocolate the glazing or just sugar glaze?

How much do the donuts go for?

Hello! Good day. How much is a blue glazed donut ? Per piece?

1.50

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Western Bagel is truly an L.A. staple. I especially love this location since it's the closest to…read moreme, making it easy to stop by and grab fresh bagels on a regular basis. The bagels are baked fresh daily and generously loaded with your choice of cream cheese -- and they offer plenty of great options. The customer service is consistently solid, and the staff works quickly and efficiently. Beyond bagels, they have an extensive menu featuring a wide variety of sandwiches and fresh baked goods. My personal favorites are the turkey club panini and the pastrami sandwich -- you really can't go wrong with either. Highly recommend giving this location a visit if you haven't already. As others have mentioned, this spot is cash-only with no seating, as it's designed primarily for pickup and takeout. If you're looking to dine in, the Studio City or Encino locations are better choices.

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

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Black Heart Coffee - Lots of seating

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Modern Bread And Bagel - Front of shop

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4.2(67 reviews)
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You walk in thinking, "Cool, I'll grab a donut." Next thing…read moreyou know, you're surrounded by donuts, fruit, chips, drinks, sandwiches, and basically half a convenience store. Surprise! This place is way more than just a donut shop..and I love it! The donuts are fresh with a great variety and reasonable prices, but what really keeps me coming back is the vibe. It's conveniently located off Balboa and Victory, has a decent-sized parking lot, and is perfect for quick stops or snack emergencies. And then there's Judy...the absolute sweetheart who runs the place. She's funny, warm, and you can tell her soul is fully invested in this cozy Lake Balboa donut kingdom. You don't just get donuts here -- you get jokes, good energy, and that "neighborhood spot" feeling. Come for the donut. Leave with snacks, a smile, and probably more than you planned to buy. Highly recommend!

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Stop In Donuts - Menu as of Jan 2026

Menu as of Jan 2026

Stop In Donuts - If the glazed tasty meaning everything else will be delicious

If the glazed tasty meaning everything else will be delicious

Stop In Donuts - Lots of options here !

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