Great dounts! Very good service since I started trying them. It is a longstanding mom and pop shop…read morethats been in Santee for decades! It has a nice feel of old and new ambiance. They are currently running the strawberry iced raised donut on the menu all days of the week. My family and church was pretty excited to get the news of that. We will post a pic next time we go!

If you grew up in Santee, you already know--Mary's Donuts isn't just a donut shop, it's a time…read moremachine. Long before it was Mary's, this place was Zona's Donuts, and at a different location. I can still remember coming here as a kid--back when there were live stock in the nearby yard and life felt a little slower. Decades later, I walked in, grabbed an apple fritter, and it hit exactly the same. That kind of consistency is rare. That kind of nostalgia is priceless. Let's talk about that apple fritter--this is the benchmark. Crispy edges, soft inside, perfectly glazed. I've had them all over the country, and this one holds its own as a top contender anywhere in the U.S. No exaggeration. But it's more than just the donuts. It's the feeling. The staff is always friendly, the vibe is familiar, and every visit feels like a warm hug from your childhood. Nothing flashy, nothing trendy--just done right, every single time. This place is a staple. If you're from Santee, you know. If you're visiting San Diego, this is a must-stop. Some places change with time. Mary's Donuts proves that the best ones don't have to.

If you ever had a 1AM "I NEED a donut" moment... just know I absolutely acted on mine…read more So yes -- I pulled up to Honey Donuts in Santee because when the craving hits, it HITS. And since they're open 24 hours, I knew I had a good chance of getting something fresh. Let me tell you what I grabbed: Glazed donut Bear claw Sinclair donut BABY... when I tell you these donuts were hitting?! The glazed didn't even make it home. Not even out the parking lot good. You know how sometimes you bite into a donut and it's just... air? Dry? No substance? Not here. These were hearty but still light, fresh without being greasy, and that glaze? Soft and perfectly sweet -- not that dry, crackly, fall-off-in-your-lap situation. Just melt-in-your-mouth goodness. And that bear claw? Stuffed and substantial. They are not skimping on anything over here. The donuts are a really good size too. At $1.75 for regular donuts and $3.00 for the large fancy ones, it's honestly a steal. Now let's talk service. Peter is SO sweet. Great customer service, patient, and he'll happily explain the donuts, ingredients, and menu if you have questions. That kind of hospitality at 1AM? Top tier. I'll be honest -- I'm normally a Sunny Donut girlie... but "Honey Donuts" just took them down and took the crown. If you're ever in Santee and you want fresh, affordable, legit GOOD donuts any time of day (or night), give them a try. You won't regret it. Thank me later. You're welcome.

Im simple terms, these are Perfectly fluffy and just yum…read more All the classics done right. Whenever in the area if you need a solid donut shop, nothing fancy schmancy this is a good option.

The best donuts in town. Always tastes great. Also they do the big donuts if you preorder…read more Excellent service and always clean inside.

I was in the mood for donuts. So we looked up a place near to where we were at the time. We decided…read moreto go here. The cashier was very friendly and greeted us with a smile. It's a small inside with one table and a few high top tables. I got a bear claw for later and an everything bagel as well. I was really disappointed in the bagel. I would say it took about 10 minutes to get my bagel with cream cheese. I wouldn't actually mind if the bagel was really good. I was a bit disappointed in it because it tasted like a store bought packaged bagel. The bear claw was decent. I didn't realize it was a filled with apple filling. That was ok I just didn't know. I do not see me coming back but the donuts did look good all in all.

Came in to check out Mary's Donuts great donuts, fresh and a lot of options. Grabbed some coffee…read moreand went over to Lindo Lake County Park to chill, nice little spot with water, birds, and a good vibe. I'll come back when I'm in the area. They also sell sandwiches and have muffins too. Honestly, the size of these muffins is crazy big like way bigger than I expected. I tried the blueberry cream cheese one and yeah it was really good. Definitely something I'd get again. this place has totally been here for quite a while so I would recommend reading some reviews and recommendations of regulars. This is my first time visiting, but I'll definitely come back. #LakesideEats #Donuts #CoffeeBreak #SanDiegoSpots #SimpleEats #ChillTime

I love a good pumpkin anything and Mary's Donuts has the niche in making a very good pumpkin…read moremuffin. The muffin was very flavorful and soft and moist. It was a little gummy towards the center, as if it needed a little more time in the oven, but it was still great. The lady at the counter was nice enough. She was a little rushed because of the line, so I got that. I did not see any inside or outside seating at this location as the one in Santee offers.

Donutopolis is the best donut shop I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. If you live in the San…read moreDiego area it is worth your time to visit. In fact even if you don't live here you should stop by. You won't regret it. If you want mediocre pastries that do nothing but scratch your sweet tooth, there are dozens of places out there that are happy to do the bare minimum. Donutopolis in Poway is not one of those places. For the same price if not better than their competitors you will received not only some of the best donuts you have ever eaten, from flawless classics to innovative specialties, you will also receive so of the best customer service you have ever had at a donut shop, or most other restaurants for that matter. The staff have made their small corner store into a friendly and comfortable place to pickup treats for your events or sit down for a fulfilling breakfast any day of the week, and with special made-to-order treats for larger events, such as their giant birthday donut, Donutopolis is your one stop shop for all your donut needs. A personal favorite of mine is their maple bacon bar which I can comfortably say is the single best maple bacon donut I have ever had, and they are consistent. In fact once when I went in to get one before work they were sold out, and when I asked if they had any the baker offered to make me one right then and there. For no extra cost he didn't just sprinkle bacon bits on a plain maple bar and call it a day, he used fresh maple icing to glue the bits onto the bar, a bit of extra effort that I truly appreciated as I had to eat it on the go. It's the little things like that which show me that the people running this store and making these donuts aren't just doing the bare minimum, they care about their craft and they are dedicated to bringing you fresh and delicious donuts every time you visit, never cutting corners and never disappointing.

Wherever I go I always am out on the hunt for a good doughnut. Found this place and thought I'd…read moregive it a try. The place itself is simple. They had an average amount of traditional doughnuts. I bought a chocolate raised doughnut, sprinkle vanilla cake doughnut, doughnut holes and a maple bar. The bread on all the raised doughnuts were light and fluffy. Taste-wise was average. The glaze was not sweet at all, but so much it didn't taste like anything. The maple doughnut wasn't too far from that as well. The chocolate doughnut was not too bad. The chocolate flavor was definitely there. The cake doughnut was a little on the dense side. I would say this place was overall average and probably will not be back. Food 5/10 Service 6/10 Overall 5/10

My favorite donut place. They also have breakfast tortas and burritos. However, the true star of…read morethe show is their vegan horchata, where they use oatmilk instead of regular milk. Great from anyone who is lactose intolerant. I'm not but I think it tastes better than the regular horchata. They have also recently expanded to a matcha menu called Sana Sana bar. The menu is based on a Spanish nursery thyme to comfort kids who are hurt or upset. The staff is always nice and helpful and their donuts are also delicious.

For years and years, I have heard nothing but amazing things about this donut shop. I thought it…read morewas OK but nothing earth shattering. I decided to stop in at 11:30 AM on a Wednesday morning after a Pilates class nearby. They donuts selection was kind of sparse. I should've taken a picture of the rack because most of the places were empty. There is also a Matcha bar that looks like it's supposed to be set up off to the side, but was not open. We picked out two beautiful donuts, the Chocolate Abuelita and the Cajeta. The Cata looked really nice, but was very plain tasting. The Chocolate Abuelita was definitely better and I liked the Mexican hot chocolate cream in the center. I would give this donut shop one more shot, just because of all the great things I've heard about it from people whose opinions I respect. Honestly, though, there are so many donut shops in town that if I don't find it better the next time I probably wouldn't return.

We were in the area and wanted to get some donuts. We pulled up, it is in a small business plaza…read morewith plenty of parking available. The store and plaza looked like they were stuck in the 70s. BB changed her mind when she saw the outside and decided to stay in the car. I ventured forward and was pleasantly surprised to see that they had my favorite, glazed buttermilk. I got one glazed buttermilk and one maple bar. Total was 3.50 for both, good deal in this day and age when shops charge 4 to 5 dollars for one donut. I ate half the maple bar inside the car, and the other half and glazed buttermilk a couple of hours later at home. Both were delicious. Should definitely not judge a book by it's cover. Would definitely return if we are around again, and may even convince BB to try a donut next time.

Purchased half doz for $10 at 5 in the evening. Four of the donuts were no good. went back the next…read moremorning at 445 and "The Husband" was there. He told me that I should have brought it back the day before. It hadn't even been twelve hours. I jumped at wanted him to give me fresh donuts. He told me TOO BAD, IM BUSY, GET OUT!! I've been coming there at least 15 years and never had any trouble. He's a very rude, mean man and I will no longer patronize them!!

This is a childhood favorite of mine, and I'm so glad I stopped by again. The service was quick,…read moreand employees were so kind! My favorites are the apple fritter and bavarian cream - their raised dough is soft and pillowy, and the apple fritter always has that perfect crunch. The sweetest way to start my day!

I am updating my review of Sesame Donuts because I still love them! For many years our church,…read moreRenewed Life Church has been enjoying the delicious donuts that we serve after our service at Painted Rock Elementary. Sesame Donuts is under new management after Mr. and Mrs. Kim retired (much deserved!) and the new owners, Rubi and Cornelio Yenez and the employees have our order boxed and ready for early 8 am Sunday morning pickup. We order about 4 1/2 boxes of assorted yummy donuts and donut holes. Our congregation loves them and we have a nice time of fellowshipping after the service - kids and adults! Thank you Sesame Donuts for serving us with delicious treats!! Side note: Lets all help supporting this Mom&Pop store that sits just steps away from a much larger donut chain. We need more family run businesses like Sesame Donuts.

Awesome new Pho and Korean bbq place in Santee!…read more This isn't your regular Korean barbecue place where they have a little grill at your table. They actually grill it for and bring it out cooked. On this visit, I ordered the pho with filet mignon. My soup was delicious. The meat was tender. It was served with fresh basil, jalapeños, lime, and sprouts. This restaurant is new so they don't currently serve any alcohol, but maybe we didn't need any alcohol. Pros: New restaurant in Santee! Plant of parking Clean restrooms Friendly family owned vibes Filet mignon is served here Korean barbecue is served here Delicious pho is served here Cons: Not 1 restroom, but we will get by

Place is clean and comfortable, food and service were on par. More of an Asian fusion place.read more

So good! We've gone to Split after learning about them from Loving Hut in Mira Mesa. Their vegan…read morecheesecake is a must-try!

This location is per order only and there aren't any signage out front to indicate where the…read more"front" of the business is. There's a doorbell but no sign either