Whenever I'm craving donuts, this is my go-to spot. The donuts are always fresh and the service is…read moreamazing--especially Dany! She's super friendly and makes every visit even better.

Niguel Bakery & Donuts isn't just a place we eat -- it's where our kids grew up…read more Let me get the obvious out of the way first: yes, the donuts are legit. Our go-to favorites are the chocolate cronut (dangerous), the glazed old fashioned, and their cake donuts -- the kind that remind you why donuts were invented in the first place. But here's what most people don't realize... The deli is a hidden gem. My wife's favorite is their American Mexi-Cal style breakfast burrito -- and for good reason. Huge, insanely good value, big crispy buttery potatoes, soft chewy tortillas, and a portion size that laughs at inflation. I recently had their Boar's Head deli-sliced ham and cheese on sourdough with lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles, and I genuinely don't have the vocabulary to describe how soft and perfect that sandwich was. It's not "good for a donut shop." It's just really good. But honestly? The food is only part of why this place matters to us. Our kids practically grew up here. Dave and Dani have known our family since before our kids were even born. They've seen both of our children grow -- literally from in the womb, to infants, to toddlers, and now our kids are 2 and 7 years old. We'll be posting photos through the years because... yeah, this place is part of our family history. That's not something you can fake. This is one of those rare neighborhood spots where you sit for hours in the morning, coffee in hand, talking with locals, laughing, and catching up. It's where the community actually feels like a community. The owners, Dave and Dani, are some of the kindest, most genuine people you'll ever meet. Dave is basically a big kid himself (especially when it comes to cars) and somehow always finds ways to surprise my kids with random little toys -- the kind of moments kids remember forever. I grew up in a small town in Virginia, out of my own mom's deli and convenience store -- where locals gathered over coffee, the Washington Post (and yes... cigarettes back then ). Living on the West Coast without family nearby, Niguel Bakery & Donuts gives me that same feeling of home. This is a place where kids can still feel safe like the old days -- riding bikes with friends, scraping together change for a snack... and if they're a little short and have been on their best behavior, Dave and Dani might just take care of them anyway. That kind of generosity can't be taught -- it's who they are. It's an East Coast bodega-style bakery/deli, right here in Laguna Niguel, and they don't just talk about community -- they show it through the countless non-profit events, food donations, and local causes they support. If you're looking for more than just donuts -- if you want great food, real people, and a place that feels like home -- this is it. We'll be here tomorrow morning. And the next day. And probably for years to come.

This was my favorite breakfast spot for YEARS... now prices are high, the owner is rude. Thanks but…read moreI dont want to pay for your remodel or be told how I can have my eggs... or what kind of doughnut I can buy.

Great donuts and friendly people! A nice spot to run in and grab a a donut in the morning. All…read morekinds of food during the day too.

Nikki's shines where it counts: the food! Everything we…read moretried was absolutely delicious. This is a more stripped down experience. You order at the counter and they bring your food to your patio table. The place is clean. The staff are all very friendly. And the food is excellent! Very hefty burritos. Generous portions on their plates. Great location near Costco too. We will be back.

Small cafe. Nice service. Great veggie breakfast burrito with bacon. The torta was very flavorful…read moreand filling.

This place was poppin'! I walked in to a full house at 9:30am, the bar and tables were full, and…read morethe crowd was friendly. The man who helped me was super nice. I ordered a raspberry jelly doughnut, and a Bavarian cream doughnut (my favorites). When I tell you that these were the fullest filled donuts I've ever eaten in my life, I'm not exaggerating. Very generous on the filling. I would definitely come back here!

I'm not sure why this place has such stellar reviews. We came on a Friday morning at 9, and the…read moredonuts we got were stale- I'm pretty sure they were day old donuts that we paid full price for. Further, we got 4 donuts and 1 burrito and it was $40- that is crazy. The man helping us acted as though he hated his job. Ambiance is... interesting. Walls, tables and chairs are dirty. Lots of American flags- very MAGA.

Went here at 7am and it wasn't even open , they need to change the time because this is ridiculousread more

Yummy donuts and burros. This is a great family owned business! We ordered (5) breakfast burritos,…read morebacon with avocado and egg cheese and bacon croissant and all were wonderful. These were made fresh and did take some time but well worth it. Service was great! Very welcoming and with a smile. Shop was clean and cozy. If you are visiting in the area and want to support a good local business try this place.

I just discovered Donut Hut a few weeks back and am absolutely obsessed with the doughnuts and…read morecroissants there! The apple fritter is by far the best I've ever had in my entire life! It's perfection! Then I tried the ham, cheese and jalapeño croissant and could not believe how delicious that is! The owner is so kind and service is excellent! Truly the best doughnut shop I have ever been to! Prices are so reasonable also. I've tried tons of viral doughnut places in OC and this is truly the shining star!

We came here to check out San Juan Capistrano and we were starved walking around and stumbled upon…read morethis place. We were very glad we did. My friend got a breakfast croissant with ham and cheese and an orange juice. She said it was the best orange drink she ever had. It had a blend of like orange and tangerine. She loved it. Also enjoyed the croissant. I had two donuts. A crumb and a coconut glazed. Both very yummy. Also had a coffee. Everything was very good. Great little place to go for breakfast if you make to San Juan Capistrano.

I am still waiting for the day when JD Flannel Donuts opens a location closer to me so that I can…read morevisit daily! The donuts here are so good and always fresh. If you get here early morning, all of their donuts are hot/warm, which makes them extra special! My favorite flavors are still the Blueberry Lemon ($4.75) and Buttermilk Old Fashioned ($4.50). The people who work here are just amazing, they are super friendly and helpful! Parking is never an issue, but there could be a line depending on the time of day. I continue to be a fan of JD Flannel Donuts and highly recommend this place!

I'm always on the hunt for the best donut around, and after seeing that JD Flannel's was rated one…read moreof the top donut shops in Orange County, I had to check it out. We stopped by on a Friday morning to grab a few donuts, and the experience was great from the start. The workers were fun, energetic, and super helpful. Nice clean and modern shop with a wall of donuts We couldn't decide what to order, but another customer told us we *had* to try the apple fritter and wow, they were right. That apple fritter was SO good, fresh, warm, perfectly soft, and not overly sweet. Honestly, perfection. We grabbed a few other donuts too, and while most were great, one tasted like it may have been sitting out a bit longer and wasn't nearly as good. So my advice: go early and get them fresh because that's when these donuts really shine. If you're in the area and craving fresh donuts, definitely check them out!

Pleasant little place. Servers were friendly. All baked goods are made in-house. Our cheddar cheese…read morebagel was quite good. Good coffee too. I'd give them 4 stars, but apparently their rent is high and it's reflected in the prices. A medium coffee and a bagel and cream cheese is $10+. Lots of donut, bagel, sandwich, and breakfast choices.

I was very pleasantly surprised to find this darling bakery. We were celebrating a new addition and…read moredecided we wanted donuts. I can say they were great! The apple fritters were tasty and light, the cinnamon rolls just right. Service was excellent and kind. We will definitely be back!

This little donut shop is a special spot for me almost every morning on my way to work. As I leave…read moremy home I call ahead to order a small mocha latte and a 1/2 dozen donuts to take to my work for my co-workers to enjoy. The mocha latte is absolutely good. The donuts are very fresh and so so delicious. They also have breakfast items. I love their ham/egg croissant . Great yummy quick breakfast place. . .

Well, I had my coffee but nothing to go with it. Looking around on Yelp for bakeries, Kelly's…read moreDonuts came up. Most of the bakeries opened later and I was up at 6. It was also a bit farther away near the Capistrano beach area and not in walking distance. The drive to it was nice though. Took El Camino to it and the freeway back to San Clemente. Friendly greeting when I was next. They have a number of donuts to choose from but also some baked goods as well. I ordered a chocolate croissant? danish?, let's say pastry, an almond pastry or was it a bear claw?, a flaky cinnamon twist, and a chocolate old fashion. I had to try the donuts too! LOL! Everything was very tasty! Great way to start the morning! They also serve breakfast items such as plates, sandwiches, and burritos. Nice that there's options available if you want something more. Definitely worth checking out!

Hands down, one of my favorite donut shops. Their maple bar is my absolute favorite, and every one…read moreof their donuts (donut holes AND strawberry cream cheese croissants included) are absolutely delicious. I no longer live a couple miles away (sad face), but every time I'm in town, stopping by this donut shop is a must. The donut shop owners are so kind, super friendly, and I appreciate how much love and care they put into their donuts and their shop. There's a reason why they have lasted so long! Their donuts are always so fresh and have the most perfect crisp and most perfect frosting. Couple that with a coffee and you're all set! It's a simple donut shop where you can grab and go, or they have a couple booths available where you can sit. It's a clean shop, located in a little shopping center, and parking is need a problem. Pro tip: come early before your favorite donut runs out!

Always a treat to visit. Today was a bit different. Unable to sleep due to current events , i…read moreneeded comfort food. Today. It was a chocolate covered bar and and old fashion. After getting texts from a family member about events going on in iran, from Iran, i needed mission donuts , stat! When i came in , the news was on and a few patrons and I were watching discussing at 6am. I love mission donuts. Whether its at 6am, or 1pm. They were out of the famous almond croissant. Call ahead and pre-order. No photos today.