I was not expecting for this place to be so good! I went to get late lunch and I said why not let me stop by and see what this place is about. I got the cinnamon roll one and the s'mores and OMG I'm hooked on the s'mores! It was so fluffy not over powering. I normally am not a sweets type of girl. The place was so cute and the employees were so nice! I definitely will be coming back for more. D Sorry I didn't take a photo of my donut...I was too excited to try read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

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Very disappointing experience at this Laguna Niguel location...PLEASE READ I have been a very loyal Parlor Doughnuts customer for quite some time and regularly purchase large orders for company conferences and events. I normally go to the San Clemente location near my home, and I have always had an excellent experience there. Their customer service has been accommodating, and whenever I've request for each doughnut to be individually boxed, they have happily done so without making it an issue. Unfortunately, I had a completely different experience this morning, September 24, 2026, at this Laguna Niguel location. I had an early company conference today, and because the San Clemente location wasn't open yet, I went to Laguna Niguel, which is in the opposite direction from where I was going, and added 15 minutes to my drive, to purchase 9 of their popular French Toast doughnuts. My order was going to be almost $50 "just for 9 donuts". I specifically asked whether the 9 doughnuts could be placed in individual boxes rather than one big box. There was a legitimate reason for this: At our conferences, people have assigned seating, and guests who are not part of our company also attend. Everyone arrives at different times, so I wanted to be able to place one doughnut at each of my employees' assigned seats. I also didn't want to put 9 doughnuts into one large box and then have to handle and redistribute them later. To me, individual boxes are also simply more sanitary and practical in this situation. I also didn't want individual bags because I had several other things to carry, and I was concerned the doughnuts would get crushed. The employee initially told me that it wouldn't be a problem, but then turned around and asked someone named Jenifer, who I assume was her superior. Jenifer told me they could not put the doughnuts into individual boxes but could put them into individual bags or one big box. I asked why, and her response was that the individual boxes cost more money. This is where I was especially disappointed: I told her that I was willing to pay for the individual boxes myself. I wasn't asking the store to absorb the additional cost. I was simply asking for 9 individual boxes for 9 doughnuts that I was purchasing. Even after I offered to pay for them to be in individual boxes, Jennifer's response was "it's still a NO". I was honestly shocked. I'm not asking for something unreasonable or trying to get something for free. I was purchasing NINE doughnuts for nearly $50, specifically explaining that they were for a company conference, and I was even willing to pay whatever additional packaging cost there might be. Yet the answer was still a "NO" from Jenifer. I even explained that the San Clemente location has accommodated this exact request for me many times, particularly for my company orders. Jenifer response was still a "NO". That response was incredibly disappointing. If I had walked in and purchased an individual order or 9 separate doughnuts individually, I'm sure each doughnut would ordinarily be placed in its own box if I requested that they not be placed in a bag, so they wouldn't be damaged during transport. So I genuinely don't understand why purchasing 9 doughnuts together makes the same packaging request unreasonable--especially when I am spending nearly $50 and have explained the reason for the request. It felt like the focus was on saving a few dollars--or even a few cents--on packaging rather than taking care of a loyal customer making a large purchase who was willing to pay for the packaging herself. And honestly, from a customer-service standpoint, the whole situation felt almost absurd. It would be like ordering food at a restaurant to take home and being told, "We can put all your food in one container, but we won't package it individually because the individual packaging costs us more." That is not the kind of hospitality I expect from a business where customer service should matter. I ended up canceling my entire order and walking out. I have never written a Yelp review like this before, but this experience bothered me enough that I felt compelled to say something. I have been a faithful customer, regularly purchasing large orders for company conferences, and I have never had an issue at San Clemente location for the same request. That location has consistently been accommodating and understands the importance of taking care of customers. To be clear: This review is specifically about my experience at the Laguna Niguel location and with """ JENIFER """ I really hope Parlor Doughnuts considers training its employees at this location on customer service and, more importantly, on understanding when it makes sense to accommodate a reasonable request from a loyal customer making a large purchase. I left extremely disappointed and, quite frankly, turned off by the entire experience. I WILL NOT BE RETURNING TO THE LAGUNA NIGUEL LOCATION AGAIN. read more

7/21/26 After eating next door I wanted to try this place! I went in only to see no doughnuts on display? They had two boxes of flavors, the associate was nice to tell me about each flavor, but I wanted fresh ones. She did give me two fresh doughnuts from the inside. I bought a half dozen and the I'll came out to $25.50. I thought that was a little pricey. When checking out she verbally told me my total amount of which was $27.48 with tax, I quickly tapped my card without looking and noticed the amount was now $31.30! Miss A gave herself a 15% tip? It's not a lot of money but I think this place should let customers decide if they want to give a tip or not There doughnuts are not traditional doughnuts, they are croissants with icing on them, the blueberry one was my favorite. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

These doughnuts are a must try. Happy that we have this creative doughnut place in Laguna Niguel. All doughnuts looked so delicious I could not decide which ones to grab. They have a seasonal menu as well. Staff were friendly and welcoming and were able to answer all my questions. Shop is cute fairly small but offers some booth seating. read more

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I got the gluten & dairy free donuts. they were very good, but not what I expect in a donut! they were super moist & more like a decadent mini cake. a bit too sweet imo. the ingredients they use are very clean, they let me see the list. :) personally, I prefer a more traditional texture & flavor cake donut. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - gluten & dairy free donuts - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

I always forget how much open space is tucked into the hills around Laguna Niguel. It's a longer drive from Irvine than it looks on a map, but it's a beautiful one, and this shop made the trip feel completely worthwhile. One thing I appreciate about Southern California is that we have different tiers of doughnut shops, and they all have their place. If I'm grabbing a random dozen for coworkers, I'm probably stopping at a neighborhood classic like Donut Star. It delivers exactly what people expect from a traditional pink box of doughnuts. Parlor Doughnuts isn't trying to be that. This is closer to a bakery where the doughnut becomes the main event. We ordered the French Toast, Campfire, and a raspberry powdered sugar mini. The French Toast was my favorite, with warm maple and cinnamon flavors that never became overly sweet. The Campfire balanced chocolate and marshmallow with flaky, croissant-like layers. It's a bite with a satisfying fresh-from-the-oven chew you'd expect from warm, handcrafted bread. Even the powdered sugar mini packed a bright burst of raspberry flavor that was delicious and not overwhelming The shop is clean, modern, and inviting. The breakfast sandwiches also looked worth coming back for. For about $15, we got a milk, two full sized doughnuts, and a mini, which felt fair for something this thoughtfully made. Different doughnut shops serve different purposes, and I'm glad places like Parlor exist. It's absolutely worth the drive. read more

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My wife heard about this place so we came to try it out and they did not disappoint! This is a very cool doughnut shop, very clean inside. The staff are super helpful, we couldn't decide what flavors to get and they were super patient nice and open to answering our questions even with other customers coming in. The doughnuts were amazing! And so big which makes them worth the price. We'll definitely be returning. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

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Nice spot. The donuts are very sweet so I can eat half a donut at a time. I don't have a sweeth tooth but my husband who does devoured them. My favorite was the strawberry shortcake. FYI if you don't see the donut you want in the case ask the staff if they have it available. They may have some in the back that they will freshly glaze and decorate for you. read more

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Co workers are always happy when you bring treats to work and mine were quite happy. The doughnuts are BIG. A few of us cut them up and we really enjoyed trying the different flavors. The box was soon empty and everyone was happy. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

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This is not your regular doughnut shop. You won't find raised or cake doughnuts here but instead what they call layered doughnuts, and they're delicious. A layered doughnut is like a cross between a croissant and a raised doughnut. They have a lot of flavors but they seem to run out early in the day even though they supposedly make small batches throughout the day. We came on a Sunday around 11am and they were out of some flavors. All of their doughnuts are $4.25 or $3.25 if you buy 12 or more. They also have mini versions as well as gluten free and vegan options. I decided to try their recommended French Toast flavor and Churro. The Churro one was simple with powdered sugar and chocolate on top, but it was good. The French Toast was much sweeter with a maple icing. It was okay but too sweet for me. We took our doughnuts to-go but the shop has a nice vintage vibe and enough tables to comfortably hangout in if you wanted to eat there. I love croissants so I enjoyed the texture of these doughnuts. I still like my traditional doughnuts but would come back when I want something a little different. Tip: Buy at least 2 doughnuts so they're packaged in a box. If you only get 1, they put it in a paper bag and it gets messy. Hopefully they'll consider getting single boxes. read more

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Finally tried these layered donuts and I'm still thinking about them. Each bite was honestly better than the last. The layers are soft and fluffy with just the right amount of sweetness so it doesn't feel heavy. I paired mine with a matcha, a cold brew, and a latte with lavender added and I'm officially in my lavender syrup era. The coffee was smooth and balanced and went perfectly with the donuts. If you love a good coffee and pastry moment this spot is such a cozy little treat yourself stop. Definitely coming back to try more flavors. read more

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Only four stars for this location. They were out of many items. They only had coffee for beverages. One of my doughnuts was cold like it just came from the fridge. This location is dead compared to the other locations I've been to. I'll stick to Huntington, or Oceanside. read more

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I'm not exactly a "sugar at sunrise" person, but every so often, self-control decides to check-out and I somehow end up face-to-face with a parade of doughnuts. Send help, but also, don't send help. THE FOOD - Bourbon Caramel. A layered, soft doughnut with bourbon-infused caramel glaze on top. The subtle whiskey note adds just enough depth to feel fancy, while still letting you shamelessly lick the glaze off your fingers. - French Toast. Lightly crisp on the outside and soft within, this doughnut captures the essence of French toast with a maple glaze and a gentle dusting of cinnamon sugar. This is a popular doughnut, often recommended to first-timers as a must try. - Coconut Cream Filled (Mini). A petite treat with a satisfying crunch, revealing a cool, creamy coconut filling. - Raspberry Jelly Filled (Mini). Tart raspberry nestled inside a soft, airy center, finished with a veil of powdered sugar. - Cinnamon Sugar (Mini). A timeless favorite, offering a warm cinnamon aroma and a tender crumb beneath its sugary coating. THE VERDICT Thoughtfully crafted and full of character, these doughnuts strike a balance between elegance and comfort. There are more to try out, which calls for several more visits in the future. read more

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This was the best doughnut I've ever had. I got chocolate on chocolate, and it was light and airy, the cake part tasting more like a croissant. The girl behind the counter was friendly and offered up her recommendations. I give this place 5 stars. Next time I'm trying the bacon one! read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Chocolate Chocolate - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Gourmet donuts with a huge presentation. Excellent flavor. You can't eat a whole donut. You have to enjoy these by having a portion. They're so rich in flavor. Great location and friendly staff. I would definitely give them a try if you haven't. But don't expect it to be a donut. It's in a league of its own. read more

The doughnuts are delicious. I tried the one with pecans and I had to eat the whole thing at once. It's a mix of a croissant and doughnut. It was great! read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

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GM rude with no interest in helping customers. Will not be returning for overpriced donuts. Do NOT recommend! Not sure how the ratings are so high! The bite size donuts are horrible! Dry, flavorless and completely overpriced. Loved the Oceanside store; Laguna Niguel management horrible! read more

The dough was really nice - soft and chewy! Yum. I found the toppings overly sweet, but you may like sweet things. It is $4.50 per donut which I find on the expensive side, but it is marketed as a premium donut. We got four donuts and it was over $18 - ouch. The floor was really sticky and I saw two gnats, but it may have been a fluke on that day. In terms of a whole experience, a regular donut is a more enjoyable experience considering taste and price read more

The donuts are more like cronuts. Soft, flaky, yet donut tasting. If you can't do many donuts due to their richness or density (like myself), these will be a great replacement!!! There's one opening in hunting beach soon and that is so much closer for us. Yayyyy. If they don't have one of the flavors that you want, it takes a minute for them to go and make one for you. The service is quick and they are very friendly. The line moves quick, too. Got doggies? They even have a doggie donut for your fur baby. read more

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I really liked this spot! Their donuts are DELICIOUS, somewhere in between a croissant and a donut and they don't feel as heavy!! They had lots of fun flavors, including seasonal donuts and drinks! Definitely one of those pastries I can eat all of. Service was great as well. The interior was comfortable and inviting, and I liked that they even had plates to use if you were dining in. I will definitely be back! read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Yummy breakfast with friends! - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Donuts are really good, fresh, tasty and such a yummy treat and show stopper when you bring a box for gatherings! Everyone always loves. Two problems - one they don't make the donuts fast enough so you never know what they'll have when you get there. See the written sign for strawberry cheesecake? Sorry the last one just got bought and you gotta wait 30 mins for the next batch. Also there is a lady who was a hit rude to us, I think her name is Jennifer. My family arrived before another couple but for some reason she waited on them first. Other couple wasn't ready, lady made an excuse to make us wait to order. It was awkward and very off putting. But I still like their donuts so. read more

I got to try Parlor at a work meeting and would totally recommend! They were huge donuts, so definitely shareable. They tasted very fresh and had a great variety of flavors. I tried the Oreo which had a sweet glaze with chunks of Oreo. The berry and maple both looked great as well. It looks like they have Keto and other specialty options that I'd love to go back and try! read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

I randomly ran into parlor at 11am on a Saturday and just had to try! The majority of the donuts were already sold out by this time but I was able to try the bourbon caramel and each mini. OMG every single donut was amazing. They are light and fluffy and the icing was perfect. The value for cost is also totally worth it in comparison to some of the other specialty donut shops that are charging $6-7 per donut, these ranged between $3.50-6. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

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Updating my rating as I spoke to the manager Dakota and she apologized for what happened and provided some vouchers for the inconvenience and bad experience. She shared it was a system issue that caused the misunderstanding. read more

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I've been a fan of Parlor Doughnuts since my very first encounter with this establishment in Oceanside. This location makes the same quality of croissant doughnut as their Oceanside location. It's crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. For $4.25, it's not bad compared to other gourmet donut shops. French Toast and Maple Bacon are my favorites. I'm not a fan of their Blueberry Hill since it tastes artificial and lacking in that fresh tart flavor I had hoped for. I love that they have interior seating and it's much larger compared to Oceanside. They're decor is clean, simple, and all around American. read more

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I was impressed with the large size and the beauty of these gourmet doughnuts. The taste reinforced the beauty. Some were reminiscent of flaky croissants, while others were crunch on the outside and creamy on the inside. These doughnuts all had the same "base" and what made them different was the filling and the topping. The Churro one was very good, though it tasted only lightly of a churro. The coconut cream also was good: it had a light flavor of coconut. All were very good (and very filling). read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Churro, Coconut cream, Campfire and..... - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

I went this morning and ordered the coconut cream, french toast, lemon, blueberry, strawberry shortcake, chocolate & a cold brew. Overall the donuts were good but they are not as good as the iconic JD Flannel and Oliboli. The donuts are pre made and they kind of cold. The flavor was just ok and doesn't have the artisanal quality, texture and flavors of the other donut shops that I mentioned above. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Strawberry shortcake, blueberry, lemon and coconut cream. - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

I was pretty stoked to see what looked like a gourmet-type donut spot open up here. I went mid-morning, so perhaps the batch I'd had a donut from wasn't the most fresh, but the inside consistency of the donut was heavy, oil saturated, and doughy- rather than that fluffy, airy texture one would hope to bite through. The outside flaky crust was great though, and they have many creative flavors! I'd say the feel of the staff was a bit tense between manager and employees, which made a slight awkward visit. Im sure I'll give the place another try considering how close it is, but overall I was unfortunately underwhelmed. read more

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Saturday morning at 9am... crickets. No one was there! For good reason... I show up to see what the rave was all about. They had 1 marshmallow donut left and my 2 preschoolers wanted the same one despite my getting 2 different ones, so I asked for a knife. Seemed like I was talking a foreign language... the two young ladies at the front said it's against their policy to provide knives. I'm like can you please split this for the kiddos? They then threw a fit that it's against company policy to cut a donut even in the back. After getting upset, they begrudgingly cut one of the 2 donuts and gave me an attitude that "we don't cut donuts here". Puzzled I asked for their names and both refused and ran to the back... my young ones couldn't believe any of this either. This place isn't going to last!!! Such poor customer service. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Saturday morning 9am... dead inside... stay away! - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

This donut shop is basically a cronut specialty shop with so many different flavors. Newly opened in a busy shopping plaza. Have gotten this place twice already and I can safely say that I will be back. Each donut is super soft, yet flaky. Depending on the flavor you get, it can skew either very sweet (bourbon caramel) or subtle sweet (lemon). Some of them have frosting on top, which actually does nothing for me but it's fine anyway. Our favorite flavors include: maple pecan, coconut cream filled, and lemon. On the other hand, the "minis" taste a bit too dry for my liking. I believe they also have breakfast and coffee too. Definitely worth a try! read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Donuts with the minis - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

These are not your ordinary, run-of-the-mill, old-time doughnuts. They are large donut blobs that are puffy-soft inside (almost croissant-like) and incredibly delicious. This location is located in a shopping plaza so there's lots of parking. They have several tables inside if you decide to enjoy your donut here. The gals working here were nice and answered my questions about some of the flavors. I chose two - a maple bacon and a raspberry filled - and sat there to gorge myself on those two donutty delights. They provided me with a plate for each one. The maple bacon was wonderful with its maple glaze and bits of bacon on top. It's the sweet & salty experience. I can see why some might opt for using utensils to eat as you have to open wide to take a bite - these are thick (yet soft) doughnuts. The raspberry filled was excellent with gobs of filling. I am usually a neat eater but with the powdered sugar and vast amount of filling, I had a face full of white powder and raspberry jelly. I appreciated the napkin dispensers on the tables! A water dispenser and cups are available where the utensils are located. As is the case with gourmet donuts, these are a bit more pricey than the traditional type. read more

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Just had parlor doughnuts and they were so good and worth the price! All the donuts are cronuts that look and taste amazing! These donuts are definitely trendy and worth the experience! read more

Parlor Doughnuts - A Chocolate Chocolate & Lemon Bar Donut - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

These doughnuts are massive and pillowy soft. My favorite is its signature flavor French Toast. It's basically a maple glazed doughnut but this place does a great job in its execution. Peanut Butter Cup and Sandy Beach (kind of like a cinnamon roll) were also great. I didn't care too much for its fruit-based doughnuts like Raspberry Pistachio and Strawberry Shortcake. They looked great but didn't quite have the tartness I expected from these fruits. read more

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I really love donuts and was so excited to try a new spot. I ordered the almond joy, chocolate peanut butter, churro, and coconut cream to share. The donuts are pretty dense and have a lot going on. They're not bad, but I just prefer a simpler donut. I also like them when they're light and fluffy rather than dense. I can see why they're popular, but they just weren't for me. read more

So amazing! Came in when it was a little busy but the employees are very efficient, friendly, and energetic! I ordered the strawberry shortcake donut and a honey cinnamon cold brew to pair with it. The donut itself was brilliant- flakey outside and a nice, soft inside with just the right amount of sweetness topped with fresh strawberries. The honey cinnamon cold brew was also wonderfully smooth and a must to go with the donut. I will definitely be coming back very soon. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Strawberry shortcake donut and honey cinnamon cold brew - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Great spot for big delicious donuts! The donuts here are quite large and the flavors not just the usual glazed type. They also have gluten free and mini options. Their coffee was pretty good which is always a plus when balancing the sweetness of donuts! They are relatively new to the area and I was surprised it's a franchise, even still, would definitely go back! The man who was there during my visit (I think the owner) was really nice and service was super. read more

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I have come here many times. The donuts are great, but the service is below average. Today's Mother's Day so the day before I scheduled an online pick up order for the morning of Mother's Day. I'm up early. I go down there to pick up the order. They don't have it ready. When I look at the case, it clearly looks like many of the selections that, I selected were already sold out. So they had to go back there and remake them. I love things that are fresh however, I don't love the fact that I had to wait. The problem is they over prioritize all the orders that they got this morning and they were speaking about it behind the counter so I could overhear them. I also caught them in a lie because they said their tickets fire off five minutes before an order is supposed to be fulfilled, which is untrue. I caught them in a lie, because another gentleman walked in shortly after me. We made a brief conversation and he mentioned, that he had placed his order yesterday for pick up today. His order was ready and sitting on the counter. So they simply forgot about my order and didn't fill it. They didn't have all of the necessary pieces to fill my order on time, so I had to wait. That was the whole reason why, I did the order online ahead of time instead of in person. If you're going to prioritize same-day orders, or the customers that are directly in front of you without taking care of the prior older orders that's a bad way to do business. When I called to let them know, I got home and I opened the donuts and they weren't the correct selections that I ordered. I got another excuse from a girl, and when I pressed why they didn't have my order ready she decided to hang up on me. read more

Really light and delicious donuts with the perfect amount of glaze. The customer service was solid too. read more

Parlor Doughnuts - Yum! - Donuts Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Cole was the best. 10/10 was the worst day and he turned it around. Would definitely take the family back next time

Very good product, this is more of a cross breed, when a croissant and a donut has a baby, or referred to a cronut. Very good selection and good balance of flavors and nothing is overly sweet. This is more of a dessert than a donut. But a very good one. I used to work at a donut shop for years so I give the thumbs up. I love the large US flag on the wall and the inside decor. A young friendly staff as well. Plates, napkins and water even available. Once more folks discover this place I can see eventually lines out the door often. Come by try this unique donut! read more

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