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    Royal Donut

    4.4 (184 reviews)
    InexpensiveDonuts, Coffee & Tea
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    Vietnamese Iced Coffee
    Stephanie L.

    Coming from a family who use to own a donut shop, I'm a bit picky on my donuts. They have to have the right texture, taste, and level of sweetness (which is not too sweet). I tried both a glazed donut and chocolate glazed from Royal Donut and they met my donut standards. Upon entering the donut shop, I was immediately greeted by the owner. He was very friendly and you can tell he came from a hard working background. During this visit, I also ordered a Vietnamese Iced Coffee and Thai Iced Tea. As the other reviews have said, the Vietnamese Iced Coffee is great. He even asks you how sweet you want it (which I rarely get asked!) I will be returning in the future for my donut cravings and Vietnamese Iced Coffee!

    Glazed Donut
    Alden C.

    People raved about the Vietnamese Coffee at Royal Donut so I figured I'd give it a shot while having a couple donuts. The Royal Donut is located in a busy location in Daly City, but it's worth the trip especially if you want to go grocery shopping too at the Ranch 99. The store is definitely old fashioned, but the customer service is friendly and patient. The only downside is that they only take cash and I was lucky enough to have enough cash. Two donuts and a Vietnamese Coffee made my total $12.85 with most of the damage to my wallet being from the coffee. It was a pretty good Vietnamese Coffee though. They also asked what sweetness level I wanted which is definitely nice. I opted for regular which honestly is perfect to me. I enjoyed my drink a lot and you can see your drink being prepared in front of you. I also felt like pigging out on some Maple Bacon Donuts and a Glazed Donut. The bacon may not have been crispy, but it really tastes great with the maple donut. Both donuts were so good. They were soft and fluffy on the inside. I'm surprised I haven't tried this donut shop sooner. Definitely one of the better donut shops I've been to in a while.

    Lizzy K.

    Delicious donuts that delight the taste buds, paired with outstanding customer service and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Our family has cherished this place for over 30 years, starting with my husband's father, then my husband himself, and now our son looks forward to our weekly visits here. Each time, we enjoy the comforting familiarity and joy that this beloved spot brings to our family. The absolute best part about this place is the owner! Thank you for always being so warm and caring towards my son. We really appreciate it!

    Kelly S.

    Donuts and coffee!! Yum. I crave a donut once in a while and out of the blue so I found this place and saw my yelp friend, Dean, try this place so I had to too! First impressions, lots of donut varieties! Owner is super nice! ** we got: - Vietnamese coffees: tasted a little like hazelnut. I like it buts it not how I usually like it made (I make mine at home) but still very good! 3.5/5 stars - maple donut: WOAH. Definitely something that's worth trying. I wish the bacon was crunchy tho :(. But sweet and savory! What a combo - banana donut twist?: recommended by the staff and yum!! I'm craving it right now :( Definitely coming back soon for some donuts! So light and fluffy as well

    Simple glazed donut on left (excellent), famous banana bear claw on right (good, a little sweet)
    Mike B.

    So I have to admit, I didn't really like the famous banana bear claw. But I think that was entirely my fault. In my head, I had been picturing an actual bread-based pastry, with some banana flavoring in it. With nuts on top. I have no idea why. It's pretty clear from the pictures exactly what you're getting: a glazed donut, shaped like a bear claw, with a slab of ripe banana on the inside. So here's what I'll say: If that's what you're expecting, you're really going to like this. You might think it's a little bit sweet but you're going to like it. I also got a simple glazed yeast donut for my wife, who is a connoisseur of such things. She said it was probably the best glazed donut she's ever had. And, yes, the lady who works at the donut shop is super nice. I'm planning to go back and get more regular donuts that I actually want and leave the bear claws to you folks who actually like bear claws. Quick Tip: It's easier to enter the parking lot from the Southgate Ave side. You'll be closer to the donut shop and not have to navigate as much of the treacherous parking lot.

    L2R banana bear claw, glazed donut, bacon maple, streusel, maple bar, donut holes.
    Alex G.

    Loved the donuts here! Not too sweet, the dough is not too light like Krispy Kreme but not too dense either, just right! The guy who helped us was also really nice, he could be the owner maybe. We'll definitely be back!

    Donut holes, Chocolate twist, Strudel, Croissant
    Elena N.

    A friend was on the way to pick me up and grabbed some donuts. He brought them on Saturday, January 5th around 2:30pm. I believe we got a few donut holes, a chocolate twist, a strudel, and some kind of croissant. I tried a donut hole and part of the strudel. I like my donuts light and fluffy, but these were a little dense and bready. Not sure what they are like fresh from the store, but they just weren't my style of doughnut. At least they weren't too sweet. I'm not a fan of overly sweet donuts either. Maybe they're better straight from the store, but for takeout, I didn't love them. Overall, A-OK.

    Maple bacon
    Carmina R.

    As soon as we walked in, the owner and my husband greeted each other like he's been there way too many times this week. I didn't realize the guy working at the register before was actually the owner! You can tell he's a sweet, family man who's also very hardworking. I imagine he tells a lot of dad jokes (gotta love it!) He asked if we wanted more donut holes for the kids, and if I wanted an old fashioned donut and a maple bacon again. Wait, again? Did he remember our order from before? Do I just look like the type to order those items (he's far from wrong)? How many times has my husband secretly ordered from here.. all the questions. Inside the shop are your staple items: dated donut photos, little coin machines to grab those slimy toy hands that you throw on the wall, and photos of his family (awww!). When I asked the owner for his secret on the strength of the Vietnamese iced coffee, he laughed, "I can make it stronger than that!" I laughed too.. then quickly took my cup off the counter before agreeing to any type of additional sorcery! I can't say it enough... this place is amazing, the owner is amazing, and the donuts and drinks are on point. Get on over there!

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    Best donut guy ever. Plus the donuts are great. Nice snack on a rainy day with coffee was sorely needed.

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    Owner is such a nice guy. Greets each customer with a smile. Great tasting donuts as well.

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    Happy Donuts - Vietnamese Coffee

    Happy Donuts

    4.5(435 reviews)
    8.3 mi
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    Kronuts! Vietnamese…read moreIced Coffee! Apple Fritter! Three things that bring me back periodically!

    DONUTS 5 STARS I've…read morebeen coming to this donut spot along with a lot of my coworkers for awhile now & it's my family's go to spot! Love love love their crumb donuts, Vietnamese coffee, cronut holes, and custard filled long bars. THE 1 STAR IS STRICTLY FOR ONE OF THEIR EMPLOYEES, ONE OF THE SISTERS: One of the sisters is super sweet & nice, I love when she is working! The other one on the other hand... she is NASTY & responds very rude to customers. I've encountered it several times now trying to let it slide but it's out of hand & hence this long awaited review.... CUSTOMER SERVICE DEFINITELY CAN RUIN A BUSINESS. I'd suggest the business owners have a talk to her about her personality and mood. One time she talked about my elderly father & made him feel bad - he didn't want to come back and said she's mean. Another time I asked her a simple question about a donut and felt like I was being scolded by my mom about frickin donuts! Talk about kill joy... who gets riled up about donuts?! She just is miserable and her negative energy & facial expression exudes - "I hate being here" Contemplating after today's instance of her taking the knife to open the donut box and rudely show me about my donut selection instead of just validating my order, that this is the last time dealing with her nasty attitude. It'll be disappointing if this is my last time supporting this business despite how good their donuts are, but customers shouldn't start their mornings or afternoons with a RUDE & MISERABLE EMPLOYEE, PERIOD. Sending her warmth because she definitely could use some

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    Jelly Donut - Outside

    Jelly Donut

    3.9(29 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    I went here over the weekend, I didn't know that ownership had changed and the items being sold…read morewere different until I came across it on yelp/google. I was looking for best breakfast places near me. I read they offered a variety of empanadas and hopia ube. I walked in to see a line and a bunch of O.G. lolos/lolas playing scratchers/ drinking coffee. I was like ok they must be good if there's a line. I ordered a sampler for my family to try of empanadas: pork,beef,tuna, and chicken. For my husband and I we got ube and mongo hopia. The empanadas were a hit with my family. The hopias were fresh and flaky. The inside had a generous amount of ube/mongo. I found the price of $8 for 5 pieces to be steep but it's way better than Goldilocks and the possible hit or miss hopia from other places. I'll definitely be back soon to try the empanadas first hand and get more hopia. The gentleman who helped me was super nice and took the time to talk to me despite the growing line. I'm not too sure what the people in line were waiting for but I'll be back to find out and keep you posted!

    I was craving for empanadas and decided to stop by to get some to go. The friendly cashier greeted…read moreme upon entering the store. I bought a box of eight chicken and pork empanadas. They were freshly made. They were still warm when I purchased them. The crust for the empanadas weren't too thick. There was a good amount of meat, carrots, and peas in them. The filling was tasty and wasn't dry, which we really liked. I will be back to try their doughnuts and hopias.

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    Mazzetti's Bakery - This is what I ordered

    Mazzetti's Bakery

    4.2(1.7k reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    This place was so yummy! We tried their parfait, cannoli, and a few other desserts. I struggled to…read morestop eating once I started. Everything was light, perfectly sweet, and included a fresh fruit. I would definitely come back and try more desserts Just an fyi the parking was mainly street parking.

    Mazettis Bakery in Pacifica is a charming little gem of a mom and pop shop that is well worth…read moreseeking out. It has the kind of warmth and character that only a truly independent, family-run bakery can offer. The star of the show for us is the Derby Cake -- a gorgeous layered chocolate cake filled with whipped cream, fresh bananas, and strawberries woven between each layer. It's indulgent without being overly rich, and the combination of flavours works beautifully together. What makes it even more special is that you can tell every cake is genuinely handmade. Each one has that unmistakably homemade look to it -- slightly unique in its own way, which only adds to the charm. No two are exactly alike, and that's exactly the point. Be warned though -- these cakes are popular for good reason, and they sell out quickly. We've learned to order ahead to avoid disappointment, and we'd strongly recommend doing the same. It's the kind of place that reminds you of the joy of supporting a local business that genuinely takes pride in what they make. A wonderful neighbourhood bakery that deserves all the love it gets.

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    Happy Donut

    Happy Donut

    4.5(79 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    I was a regular customer and I didn't appreciate the service I received today. They took the order…read moreof someone else when I was there first. When I mentioned it to the guy he said "well you didn't say anything. I don't know" He also didn't ask who was here first if he didn't know. He went straight to taking the order from the man first--just another moment of micro-aggression to deal with as an Asian woman. He could have said "sorry I didn't see you" instead, and moved on. But even after I asked a question about a drink I also received a rude tone and exchange about whether the drink was available or not. I felt like I didn't want to give my money to them anymore after this, which is a shame since I was ongoing customer for years.

    My GF and I have talked about going here recently because we used to go here when we were in middle…read moreschool, and I made the decision to go twice this week. The first time around, I got a breakfast croissant (I believe it was sausage, bacon, egg, and cheese), and it was absolutely delicious. I wish I could've savored it, but what could be more of a compliment than scarfing down your food? Yesterday, I picked up one grilled pork and one grilled chicken banh mi--the owner even hooked it up with an original glazed donut! Got home and again... scarfed down my grilled pork banh mi. My GF loved hers as well. I'm gonna go again today. Great service. Great food. Friendly people. Absolute gem. The last time I went to Happy Donut was back in '07 to pick up donut holes as a middle schooler. What a trip!

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    Binka Bites

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    4.5(372 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$

    I didn't know cupcakes could be so light and fluffy. We came here on a friend's recommendation. We…read morecame around 11:30 a.m. on a Saturday and the place was empty, except for a friendly guy working there (I think he may be the owner). He explains there aren't many flavors left because most of his business is through online orders. We asked him to help us pick out 4 cupcakes, and he was pretty chatty about them all. After we picked out our 4 cupcakes, he gave us one for free (wow - thanks so much). That took the sting out of $6 cupcakes. The place is a bakery and store front, but no seating. They have cupcakes, mochi donuts, savory muffins, and various drinks. Their baked good are made with rice flour and coconut milk, so their cupcakes are light and moist. They kinda have a mochi-coconut flavor, but not the sticky mochi texture. Most of their cupcakes have some type of filling inside, which adds to the moistness. All their flavors are really creative, and some of the ones we got today I don't even see on their online menu. The instructions say best served heated for a few seconds, but I found the cream gets too melty. It tastes fine without heating imo. What we got: + Ube cookies and cream - ube and coconut forward. Yum. + Guava - this had a dollop guava jam on top and some squirted inside too. The guava adds just the perfect bit of tartness to the cupcake. + Nutella - there's a dollop of nutella on top that fills part of cupcake inside. + Churro Biscoff - pretty gooey inside, which may be due to heating it a few seconds. Still very yummy. It's a good thing I don't live close to one of these stores or I'd be here every day. I prefer these to Sprinkles cupcakes for the same price point.

    Low inventory especially by the afternoon. So come early…read more Nice treats but extremely expensive for what you get. $6 for small-size muffin is wow (and not in a good way). And no dozen pricing is disheartening. p.s. another customer asked if the Milbrae location might have other flavors or bites, and he said probably they have the same thing. So he either is an expert and knows exactly what the other location has, just talked to them recently and ask about their inventory, or is just bs'ing.

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