Rose Donuts

JC picked carefully the donuts we wanted. He told us that this Nice place opened up in 2016…read more That means a 10 year anniversary is coming up! Today it's 95° outside and we are cooling off in here the air-conditioning is going strong We had donuts and fresh hot coffee. They also have four kinds of tea, hot cocoa, and apple juice, Coke, and many other drinks. They also have turkey avocado, bagel melts, and 10 other breakfast sandwich choices We will be back soon for lunch.

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.

Perfect mini apple fritter.

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Mary's Donuts

4.4(822 reviews)

3.8 mi

I've been here so many times, I am surprised I have left a review. There are two locations; Santee…read moreand lakeside. I know Santee one is open 24hrs! The lines are packed in the AM, but you can get served quickly. You can eat inside or outside. You choose your donuts at the front and check out at the front. These donuts are fluffy and not too sweet for me. There are so many options of the most traditional and popular flavors.

I hated to give three stars because every time I have been here in the past I have experienced only…read moregood service. I was having a busy day today and needed to run errands for other people. One of the stops was Mary's donuts in Santee. I had originally asked if they had plain donuts and she said no with a rude tone. I kept my composure and said okay. I selected the glazed old fashioned to replace the plain donuts she said they did not have. This woman was an older woman behind the counter . Right after she told me that, a younger girl also was working there but she was on the sales floor, and I have no idea what she was doing but she said check in the back there and that she saw plain donuts. So, the woman goes to get the plain donuts and I also told her I needed the crumb donut holes. She said what loudly since she didn't hear me. But instead of loudly saying what why wouldn't you ask a customer can you please repeat what you said . Is that asking too much to have manners when dealing with customers? I don't think so. I was taught to have manners and I always hope if you go to a business to spend money the workers will be grateful and nice. Well, this was not the treatment received today. So,she puts the doughnuts in the bags, one bad for the regular plain ones and the other bag for the donut holes . I decide to have a few of the donut holes, but when I looked in my bag they were glazed donut holes and not the crumb that I had asked for two times while she said what to me instead of excuse me can you repeat it. I was so darn upset, I walked out! I will never be coming back to the Santee location again. This treatment was unacceptable! She is not representing Mary's donuts in a way the owner, Mary would be proud . In a competitive world of donuts, I can go anywhere but had chosen this place. I will go elsewhere next time.

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Blueberry donut is the best

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Honey Donuts

4.4(175 reviews)

2.2 mi

They're so nice....its a comfy shop with a cute mural, the donuts are great and they have ice cream…read moretoo. All affordable and even on top of that they gave us extra donuts too. : )

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.

Cute inside art!

Donut holes and chocolate bar!

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Christy's Donuts

3.5(151 reviews)

2.2 mi

Christy's Donuts has been a staple for me. I used to pick up donuts for my classroom a couple times…read morea year. My 90+ year old father would eat one chocolate old-fashioned every morning. We did freeze some, but frequent trips there fostered a friendship with the owners and workers. Best donuts. Best people. i cried a little when I saw the shop's windows covered. I hope this is temporary. I'm praying for your family. I hope to see you again. Blessings and fond memories.

We stopped here on a whim, just saw it on our way to Dutch bros. (So we didn't read reviews)…read moreI'm not sure what was wrong with our donuts but we purchased 4 total. 2 chocolate, an apple fritter and a maple bar. I don't know what we tasted but they tasted almost rotten, or like chemicals. My partner immediately threw up. Nothing is getting this nasty taste out of our mouths. I just hope we don't get MORE sick.

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Donut Bros

4.2(23 reviews)

1.6 mi

The best donuts I've ever had. Super fluffy and spongy! The chocolate was very light and not…read moreoverwhelming.

Great service and great sandwiches! Definitely coming back here without a doubt! Chorizo sandwich…read morehit the spot just right!

The breakfast sandwich. Ham, bacon, Eggs, and swiss cheese on a croissant. Outstanding

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Pink Donuts

4.3(33 reviews)

3.2 mi

Received a box of donuts as a thank you gift and was so amazed how good they are! The donuts are…read moremoist in the middle but crispy on the outside. They are all placed so nicely in the box and the flavor is incredible. I've had some bad donuts in my time and these are not it! Don't miss out and go check them out!

Tried this spot out today to grab some donuts for work. I am usually a cream filled chocolate…read moredonut eater. I tried one of theirs and it sufficed. This appears to be direct competition to Mary's Donuts. Mary's appears to have more choices but this is still a pretty good option and Pink's dozen donuts seemed slightly cheaper.

Crumb donut minus a piece that broke off. Pretty good donut.

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Dunkin'

2.2(284 reviews)

2.0 mi

The stars are for the young dude that waited on me! Super nice guy. Also, doing EVERYTHING!…read more Shame on Dunkin' Donuts for not staffing adequately. Took a couple orders and then had to make the orders. Meanwhile, the mob was forming in line. 2 or 3 walked out. You're losing business and so much more just in the name of DD.

Wasn't greeted, came up to the window and heard them talking badly about someone ordering over the…read moredrive thru. Got our drinks, had about an inch of water, the most watered down coffee ever. When we got the food and drove off the food was cold in the middle. NEVER going back, my friend went back in for a napkin before we left and heard the boy working this morning (7-8 am) on the drive thru talking badly about us. Absolutely awful coffee, never going back. Mentioned our coffee was watered down and the ice was melted when we didn't pre order and were there asking for our order in person and he just shrugged. Literally the worst. Do they even have managment on staff? Or care?

Donut covered in hair they gave me

Avocado toast

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Country Donuts

4.3(41 reviews)

2.5 mi

Try some good old fashioned donuts! All kinds and types to choose from. Easy parking and friendly…read morefolks. Stop by if you get a chance!

we miss you country donuts!! we just don't eat donuts anymore…read more What is happening with the building? The cooler is still on in there?! Seems like a waste of energy. Country donuts is still closed, sadly.

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Royal Sweets

3.8(185 reviews)

2.0 mi•Cajon Heights

Looking for delicious middle eastern treats?…read more Well this place deserves all the praise it gets. There are so many tasty choices here! Baklavas, gelato, cakes and chocolate treats galore. I really love coming here to buy the unique pistachio birthday cakes they have. I'll even come home with a box of baklavas or two while I'm at it. If you didn't know about this dessert place, now you do. This shouldn't be kept a secret. I'm surprised it's not viral.

The cake was absolutely disgusting--stale, soggy, the bottom of the cake was fuzzy green and black…read moremold. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE AND I WILL REPORT TO HEALTH DEPARTMENT.

The whole set up is beautiful!

Omg, heaven!

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The Habibi Sweets

4.6(170 reviews)

1.7 mi

Family-owned & operated

Free WiFi

I haven't heard comments nor have I been there Will put it…read morethe to try list for sure Easy to find off the main drag in El Cajon A few of the employees at La Vida say their deserts are delicious

Amazing experience! The kunafa and baklava were absolutely delicious, fresh, and full of flavor!…read moreEverything tasted authentic and was made with great care. What made our visit even more special was the owner. He was incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming, and treated us like family. The customer service was outstanding, and the atmosphere was wonderful. Definitely one of the best places for Middle Eastern sweets! Highly recommended, and we will definitely be coming back!

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Jessica P.

Elite 26

166

387

1 year ago

I've been coming to Rose Donuts for a while now, and my go-to favorite is always the donut holes. They're usually soft, fresh, and just the right amount of sweet. A dozen is $2.75, which feels a little pricey, but hey -- I get it, inflation is real. The shop itself could definitely use a remodel -- it's a bit dated and could use a refresh to match the quality of the treats. Still, the donut holes keep me coming back. Solid spot if you're craving something classic and tasty. read more

Lori

4 months ago

This place is rude awful customer service the man said the. F word to me twice because I took my donuts back his daughter tasted even said they tasted oily so the man got pissed told me not to go back read more

Steven S.

11 years ago

Good donuts!!! Love the maple bar.

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