We love this donut shop and the owner. Lee has the most delicious and gorgeous looking donuts we have ever seen. Her prices have recently gone up, but that's because she was way behind with that and we understand the increase. She offers delicious products, excellent service and a smile all day long. Very comfortable environment and welcoming feeling upon enter her donut shop. If you're a regular she even addresses you by name. Closed on Mondays though.. darn it'!! read more

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Great old-school mom n pop donut shop in the Highland Park area. The sister duo that owns the shop are the friendliest people and are loved by locals. They make a really great glazed donut and apple fritter. Prices are reasonable. Plenty of parking and cash only. *Closed on Mondays* read more

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I was craving a jalapeno ham and cheese but last time I went she sold out. She offered a plain croissant and add on the ham and cheese, and suggested that I add an egg to it at home. I've been hooked ever since!!! Jalapeno Ham & Cheese with scrambled eggs!!! So good!!! Carb monster also visited, happens once a month just before my monthly cycle IYKYK. Grabbed a chocolate twist and OMG did it hit!!! Takes me back to the pre fire days! ***CASH ONLY*** read more

Monterey Donut - Ham and cheese with added jalapeno and scrambled eggs at home. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Large tasty donuts and breakfast available. Really nice woman behind the counter. There are places to sit. Only wish the weren't cash only so that I could have bought more. Since it was a spur of the moment thing, I wasn't prepared with cash. read more

NOTE: Closed for vacation until 29 June 2026; see you when you get back! Love this place, great donuts, and best croissant in Los Angeles - so fresh and flaky! I've never had anything other than fast and friendly service, part of the many reasons I keep coming back. read more

This donut shop has truly been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Growing up, my dad would bring me here during my childhood, and some of my favorite memories were made sitting together with a fresh donut and hot chocolate before school or on weekend mornings. Even now, walking in brings back that same comforting feeling. The donuts are always fresh, soft, and full of flavor, and the customer service has consistently been warm and welcoming over the years. No matter how many other places I try, nothing compares to this spot. It's more than just a donut shop to me it feels like home and nostalgia all in one. I honestly wouldn't want to go anywhere else. This place will always have my loyalty and a special place in my heart. read more

YUMMMMMM Amazing and fresh!! Owner is so sweet and kind. Some of the best donuts we have ever had! read more

Monterey Donut - Yum - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I know I reviewed this place last August, but my review mysteriously disappeared. Monterey Donut had been closed for a few years due to a structure fire, and the entire neighborhood was thrilled when it reopened. The two sisters that own the shop are sweet as pie and know regulars by name. The donuts are made fresh every morning - generous in size, reasonably priced (cash only), and delicious (especially the apple fritter.) They also have bagels, muffins, croissants, and a variety of coffee drinks. Sometimes I stop in to pick up a banana muffin for my friend. The store is located in the Fresco shopping center, so there is plenty of free parking. read more

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Great for birthdays!!!! And the donuts are amazing! The service is awesome. Totally would recommend if you are looking for a new donut place to try. read more

Monterey Donut - Pink sprinkle donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is the best classic style donut shop hands down. The dough is a perfect balance of flavour and love. Light, eggy, delicious. No gimmicks. Proper coffee too, large cups, hot and fresh. Cash only. But also great place to get lotto. read more

Monterey Donut - Simplicity is the key. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best crumb donut in LA (fluffy light fresh scrumptious). The Apple fritter is amazing also. Friendly service, old school classic donuts. Love this place... just wish it was open earlier so I can get a dozen for work. read more

I love mom-and-pop donuts shops and I came across Monterey Donut on Yelp while trying to satisfy my craving for apple fitters. I grabbed the last apple fritter around 11am and it was delicious but a smidge dry. The donut holes were very fluffy and tasty. Both the fritter and donut holes more than satisfied my donut craving. It's a small shop with a good selection of donuts and baked goods at very reasonable prices. Inside was clean and had two tables for indoor dining. Parking is in a shared outdoor lot with other businesses. read more

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Best donuts. Grew up eating these donuts, moved away and have yet to find anything better.

Consistently delicious donuts, affordable price and friendly service! The donuts aren't too sweet, not too oily and are the right kind of crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Bring cash as they don't take cards. read more

Yum yum yum so many donut choices. We had a ham and cheese croissant that was superb. Coconut donut in chocolate and vanilla. The donuts were fresh and tasty. We also had muffins and donut holes. We got a huge box and I think the total was like $16 and change? The owner was super nice. It's my new favorite donut place. read more

Monterey Donut - Donuts donuts and more donuts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

In my opinion, Monterey Donut offers the best classic glazed donut. The glazed donuts here are incredibly fluffy, chewy, and soft on the inside, with a nice smooth glaze on the outside. The donuts are huge as well and the price is of great value. There is also a tasty selection of other classic donuts to choose from, such as Boston cream, chocolate twists, cake donuts, etc. This spot is definitely a donut shop worth a visit - don't forget to try the classic glazed! read more

The best donuts from the nicest lady. Fluffy, soft, and not overly sweet. Just perfect. Oh, and great prices.

I love this place! At other small donut shops, their donuts straight up taste like oil and grease. Anything you try here will be good! The croissants are delicious too. And the owner is so friendly read more

Monterey Donut - Donut selection - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

There's something special about the donuts here, they are better than other donuts. Come here and find out for yourself. Cash only and worth it. read more

Best donuts around. Hands down. They're always super fresh and taste way better than the average donut. The woman who owns this donut shop is also super sweet. I've been coming here since I was little and was so sad when they temporarily closed due to a fire. When they reopened I was thrilled and the donuts and owner remained amazing as always read more

Monterey Donut - Best donuts ever!! (the chocolate coconut one is my favorite) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is literally who Krispy Kreme donuts wishes they can be. And I can't stand what hipsters did to the donut, just adding things like fruit loops and bacon for hype to sell a nasty donut for 5$. Just too much disrespecting of the donut. Monterey donuts is how a mfn donut should be made, hands down best I've ever had in my life. All you need is a plain glazed donut to be convinced. The glazed donuts just melt in your mouth, the donut isnt heavy, its airy to perfection where its not too light, not too doughy and the glaze is made just right. All that with still a little crisp from the fry without any grease. How a perfect donut should be made. Glad this family brought their shop back, love the owner. read more

Monterey Donut - A little wait om a sunday morn - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Stumbled upon this donuts shop thru a coworker. One of the best ham and cheese croissants in SoCal. Must try! Also recommend their donuts as they are fresh as you can get! read more

Monterey Donut - Ham & Cheese Croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

the lady who runs this cozy joint is the nicest. don't forget to bring cash if you want to avoid ATM fees. the croissants and donuts can make your day if you let them. read more

I was looking forward to trying this donut shop. First time I went "CASH" only. So couldn't purchase anything. A few days later I had cash and ordered the maple bar. It was good and fresh but nothing worth raving about. The lady who serviced me was professional but it would behoove her to offer a free donut with purchase because it doesn't really cost her anything to add at least one free donut. I remember Judy's donuts in Oakhurst, CA...Really good donuts and every time I would go there. I would order one donut and Judy would add an extra donut in my bag. Which kept me going for more. When I ordered a dozen she would add 6 extra donuts. That is awesome customer service and it made the already delicious donuts taste even better because you could tell she loves to make donuts and share it with the community! Out here in LA I have not experienced that with any donut shops? They tend to be all about just making money and to be honest that greed affects the taste of their food(donuts). But some people never learn about being generous and kind. Ambiance of place was meh. read more

Hands down the best donuts in LA! They are so friendly and we have been customers for years. She always gives the kids some extra donut holes. The ham and cheese croissants, and glazed donuts are just the best! I am so glad they are back in business. read more

Monterey Donut - Best donuts in LA. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Best honey bran muffins! Very large so a half will be enough. They are only made on Friday and Saturday. Plenty of other options available as well. Friendly, small bakery, clean and plenty of parking. read more

Super fresh! Donuts and croissants are delicious. The prices are great and owners are friendly and welcoming. It's a cash only spot, the location has plenty of parking. read more

Very average mom & pop donut shop. 3.5 stars. I've come here twice so far and I've tried the sugar donut, chocolate glazed donut, and an iced coffee. The donuts were super soft, even when I came at night right before closing! I'll take these over Krispy Kreme anyday! My friend tried their apple bran muffin and enjoyed it too. The iced coffee wasn't too good though... =/ for coffee, I recommend going to Cycleway a few blocks away. But what I do like about this store is that they sell lotto tickets and scratchers. They have a whole section filled with them! They also have a fridge filled with bottled Snapples, Starbucks, and energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster... which I'll be needing for my exams coming up reallyyy soon... good thing this place is only a block away! :) read more

Monterey Donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

An unexpectedly nice find. I was hungry for a donut and saw the donuts sign off Monterey Road & Via Marisol The shop is in a small shopping center where Fresco Market is located. Parking is easy, and no matter where you park, the walk won't be far. They do a steady business, but you won't wait long. Everyone in there seems to be a regular and everyone is in a good mood, especially the staff. The people who work there are the best! So friendly, just like seeing an old friend. That's what I liked most about that place. If you're a lottery player or a scratch card player, they totally have you hooked up. I've never seen so many. See my pic. If you live in the area, buy from them. I'd love to see a business like this get the share of the Super Lotto winnings! The donuts are pretty good. They aren't the very best, but they are plenty good (I give the donuts four stars), and they are generously sized, especially the filled donuts....AND they are very reasonably priced. A half dozen donuts is only $4.25, and a dozen donuts are only $8.00. That's the best price I've found in all of the Los Angeles area. They also have bagels, muffins, croissants, and a variety of coffee drinks. See my pic of the menu. They are open every day of the year except Christmas and New Year's. I am a fan, and I'll be a regular when I'm in the area. read more

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Long overdue review. We used to live down the street from here and would stop by for their glazed donuts/donut holes. We were so sad when they had to close due to the fire but were glad to hear that they've since reopened. Even though we've moved, if we're ever in the area we stop by since my fiance loves their donuts. The owner is so kind. read more

my family and i have been coming here since 2003!! we were so sad when they closed a few years ago due to a fire nextdoor, but we're so happy they're back!! donuts definitely did not change one bit and we missed them so much. lee is the absolute best and takes pride in her work and service. if you're looking for a new and tasty donut spot, come here! coming in the morning is best for some warmer donuts. they're closed on mondays, i believe close at 6 every day and they only accept cash!!! read more

We just got back home after walking our dogs and we had to stop by this spot! I witnessed the fire myself considering a live a few steps from here and it broke my heart! But after literally years of waiting they are finally back! Some of the softest cloud like Glazed Donuts and the yummiest Pineapple Danish Bar. So happy to see this family spot open! They are the sweetest ppl and they love this neighborhood! Love u guys read more

Monterey Donut - Chocolate is next! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Only donut place I know where donuts are still around a buck (a buck fifty to be precise), and sells out during the week and line out the door to buy boxes of donuts after 4pm. But I say the best time to go is at 10am, or 2 pm. Coffee goes very good with her donuts around 2pm. The donuts have thin and crispy layer of skin as u bite in, then you will experience soft - fluffy - ness and gooey - ness all at the same time, as you bite down. I say the perfect texture for a donut; you then suddenly realize you have missed out on this all your life with other things you thought they were "donuts". The oil is very light and not soggy or heavy like at some boutique donut shops. Her donuts are perfectly flavored, not too sweet or doughy, just right. Her donuts are the definition of PERFECT donuts. You just don't believe it at first that you paid only about buck and half for this, and then recall all the other moments you had to pay more for other "donuts". I recommend, Suger graze, chocolate graze ( the best) and apple fritter ( lots of cinnamon). I feel so blessed to know this spot I can go to, is about a mile away from me! I say this is too good to be true! read more

have been going to this place for almost 20 years. NEVER gets old. it was so unfortunate when they closed due to the fire for a few years but i'm glad they're back and better. read more

Yep, I get the hype. This place is pretty fantastic, affordable, and Lee (the owner) is such a delight! I picked out a dozen donuts as a gift and to my surprise it was only $8! I took the box back to my car and then ran back inside because I couldn't leave without having one of my very own. The crumb donut I had was even better than it looked and it looked pretty damn impressive. I am most definitely a fan. read more

Forget about those fancy donut shops. This is as good as donuts get, particularly if you are like me and agree that a good glazed donut is hard to beat. Please note, it's cash only! read more

Picked up donuts in the afternoon as a birthday dessert, all my friends loved their donut! Fresh, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweetness. I recently discovered this place and it's definitely my favorite donut shop! read more

Choose anything and it will be delicious! The chocolate glaze and crumb are always a favorite with the croissant being a surprise hit. Plus the family running this shop is wonderful. Grab a donut and enjoy a quick chat before going on with your day! read more

Yummy, fresh and soft donuts! I was there today 1pm and the donuts were super fresh. Highly recommend

We love our local donut shop! Best apple fritters I've ever had. Lee is very kind and makes such delicious donuts!