I have been going here since I was a child. I recently came home for a visit and it was as good as ever. I love east where the only donut option is Dunkin and these donuts blow it out of the water. The donut options are pretty standard, but the one stand out is the apple fritter. I have never found one that comes even close in comparison. It's moist and apply in the middle, the outside is glazed and crunchy crisp. Even the standard chocolate frosted donuts are just superb to any donut I've found anywhere else. Just so perfectly fried and fluffy. I will continue to make this a stop every time I come back to my hometown for a visit. read more

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There were flies in the donut case. What more is there to say......................xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

The donuts are soft fresh and lovely to eat. Staff are warm and friendly. It's our new donut place!!!!

I came here on a Saturday morning around 11am and tried their glazed donut. We got a chocolate raised and a maple bar as well. Almost all the donuts had sold out. The glazed and chocolate donuts were soft and chewy, just the way I like my donuts. I would definitely come back to try other donuts, like their apple fritter, French cruller, and bagel sandwiches... but would come in earlier for a better selection. The owner was very nice and generous and hooked us up prior to him closing up the shop. I got to try their tiger tail, but it was a little bit doughy and stale. Make sure to bring cash. If you'd like to use card, there is a minimum purchase of $5. They are open until NOON only, and are closed on Thursdays. Happy eating! read more

We got donuts from here this morning. They are so bad. Boxed store donuts are better. Not sure why such a high star rating overall.

Donuts are dry and doesn't taste fresh very very disappointing, I will not be back again.

Pretty classic, standard donuts. Nothing really special but reliable. As recommended, apple fritter was really good. French cruell is akways my favorite and it was extra soft here, melt in the mouth. The owner said they are open, just that he cancelled landline phone number as it was too expensive. He does have his cell phone number that customers can call. read more

I went there today to pick up a Too Good to Go order. The shop was clean and cute. The lady that was working was friendly. I tried the maple bar donut it was delicious. They also gave me a lot of donuts in the Too good to go order so it was definitely worth it. read more

Delicious, fresh donuts from very friendly people with affordable prices in a no frills space -- pretty much exactly what you want in a classic donut spot. read more

Donuts are good, but what really makes a difference is the nice owner. He was very generous on my visit with some extras. It's nice to see people who treat people nice, especially in the morning. read more

Good apple fritters here guys. Lots of apple chunks. I hope nothing changes. Pretty much one of the few things I'll buy donut wise. read more

Royal Pastries & Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Lake Forest, California

I was in the neighborhood this morning looking for convenience. Most of the time I can't tell one hole in the wall donut shop from another - but it was between this place and Henry's (which I've been to before and it wasn't my fav). I took my time as two kids raced me to the counter and hurriedly placed their orders. The man behind the counter took his time to serve them in a way you dont see very often - with joy, humor and kindness. He smiled and made jokes with them that went a little above their heads, then asked if they would like a free donut which he stuffed into their bag. Next, I placed my order - I think it was like 4 donuts, an apple fritter and an apple juice (it's my cat's birthday so we splurged). When I got into the car, I double checked to make sure the order was correct and saw that he had snuck in a free donut and a bunch of donut holes. In a time where customer service and friendly neighborhood community seems lost between screen time, I was refreshed and touched by the small gesture. The donuts were great too! read more

These have always been my favorite donuts, but lately they have seemed a little stale...are they selling what's leftover from the day before? read more

This place tasted amazing! And not only that the man working there gave us all free donut wholes in each bag to and threw in a free donut, royal pastries service is fantastic! 10/10 100% recommend to anyone In Lakeforest. read more

We just had some earlier, donuts was fresh and good! Got coffee and it was good too! Thanks!

I'm not sure why my review from several years ago was removed by Yelp, but it's time to write an updated review anyway: So glad Royal Pastries & Doughnuts is still open and rocking their donuts! For about a decade now, we've been coming here for classic varieties of donuts when I don't feel like driving all over OC to get the "best" of each specific type of donut or gourmet varieties. We happily choose Royal for our general donut needs since their donuts are always solid, they always include a few extra donuts and/or donut holes with every purchase, we live nearby, and they are a small family-owned business. But Royal is actually my pick in OC for the best French crullers--they contain just the right amount of soft, airy, eggy dough in the inside; crispness on the outside; and yummy glaze like strawberry, maple, and chocolate. You can really taste the egginess, which is my favorite thing about crullers that's lacking at so many other donut joints. Their hours are a bit limited (listed in the store window as 4:30-10:30am everyday), the Yelp-listed phone number no longer works, and the storefront is a bit drab. But if you are an early riser, live nearby, want a consistently solid donut joint, and/or especially enjoy crullers, then definitely give Royal a shot! read more

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Okay they have some pastries that look like brains and Oh man. They man hooked me up with 2 before the closed for free and I've never had anything better. The rest of the donuts don't compare but they are alright. Never had anything else except chocolate, chocolate glaze (different but good), glaze (average), maple (C-). Staff A read more

Stopped to grab a couple donuts on a weekday morning around 9am. It's an old school "dollar-a-doughnut" type of shop. Not a huge selection but enough to make things interesting. Once inside (there are a couple tables) a grizzled donut man of few words appeared from the back room and took my order: an old fashioned and one with colorful sprinkles. He put them in a small bag, I paid and was on my way. As I walked out to my car I thought the bag felt more full than it should be and a quick glance inside showed he had tossed in a plain cake donut and a couple of glazed donut holes, no charge! Very nice. The donuts were okay; The old fashioned was rather dry but the other was fairly fresh. The donuts holes were really soft and delicious though - very fresh! I wished I had bought a big bag of those! read more

Royal Pastries & Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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Royal pastries and donuts I would say ties with DK donuts on El Toro Road and Lake Forest the donuts are excellent small but service is great does have a drive-through makes it very handy I also my dad they make one of the best hamburgers and cheeseburgers and well-done french fries in town they're right up there with the all American burger place on Maryland and Ridge Road outstanding if you got time go through there you will go back Tom b read more

Royal Pastries & Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Just stopped in on our way to the aquarium and got some doughnuts, sandwiches, smoothies, and coffee! Amazing/fresh pastries and drinks and such good service! I wish I caught the worker (owner perhaps?) name. They were closing for the day so they gave us some extras which was very kind. definitely worth checking out!!!! Thank you again! read more

Made my first visit today and was surprised at the kindness of who I think was the owner. The donuts were great and I'll certainly return. I came for the jalapeno ham and cheese but fell in love with the kind energy of the place! read more

Royal Pastries & Doughnuts - Store front - Donuts Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Royal donuts has been around open a good 20-25 years as far as I know maybe longer! The owners put love into their donut recipes they are always so fresh and fluffy. They also make a mean honey dew smoothie. OH! I forgot to mention they have some of the best burgers in town. This is one of my favorite neighborhood staples. read more

I've tried every donut shop in lake forest. This one is by far the best. They also give free donut holes with your order. They are really nice and they open extra early. Always very clean. read more

I wanted to like this place so badly. Only tossed in a star because you get a couple of free donut holes with your order. The croissant was inedible, I had a few bites and tossed it. The doughnut was smaller than normal doughnut sizes and super dry. It felt like a store-bought doughnut, it tasted overcooked. read more

Great selection of fresh pastries. Owner is incredibly kind and generous and spoils my kids with free little treats each trip making them feel special. It's the little things that make supporting a local business so great!! read more

I went here twice before myself and got a blended coffee and croissant for $8. Overpriced in my opinion but the lady was nice that helped me and the food / drink was good. So today I sent my mom there and she went in and was looking at what was available and trying to order, and the man who was working told her he wanted to close and kicked her out while she was trying to order. This was at 10:50 AM. What type of place 1) randomly closes at 10:50 and 2) kicks customers out while they are trying to order! Due to this man being so rude, I will NOT be coming back or referring anyone else to go here. read more

Hands down THE best donut I have had! Customer service was amazing thanks Helen you are the bomb.com! Will defiantly be back!

I had coffee & donuts at Royal Pastries & Doughnuts at 25435 Trabuco Road in Lake Forest. This place was also my first at this location. The place was clean and the server was nice and friendly. I had a: Ham & Cheese Croissant; It was fresh and delicious. I drank a large fresh cup of hot coffee with my meal. For dessert: one donut with raspberry filling, one donut with cream & nuts, and one donut topped with chocolate; They were super duperly delicious. I drove home to write my review. Robert H. read more

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The service here is fantastic. They have incredible donuts and pastries that are fresh and delicious. I stop here every now and again to buy breakfast treats for my coworkers. I will definitely be back. If you want amazing donuts and great service make sure you stop in here next time you are in Lake Forest! read more

I'd say most pink box donuts places kinda suck. You can tell they've been doing this for years and know that people are going to buy their donuts no matter what. Having said that, this place is pretty darn good. I always judge donuts places by their apple fritter. The apple fritter was crispy and full of nooks and crannies. Well done, Royal. Maybe it was a Christmas gift to us but when I went to pay, I saw that he threw in a handful of extra donuts. Very generous. I will definitely be coming back here. read more

Great place! Good service and the croissant I ordered was a nice portion. Solid small donut shop!

Tasteless, stale donuts. The donuts holes are the worst! The only edible donut there is the maple or chocolate bar. Not worth it. Henry's down the street or KD's in Foothill Ranch are better. read more

Yummy donuts, generously added in another variety of donut to my order, very gracious and polite owner who apologized for rising prices due to current economic conditions. Keep this lovely small business there by frequently visiting!! read more

DO NOT GO THERE during COVID... they do NOT bake fresh daily, they are day old. The donut crumbles.

Great place and great location. Manager was very nice and appreciative of my business. Stopped through to get a couple dozen donuts for a business breakfast. Everyone loved the freshness and tastiness of the doughnuts. The variety of the doughnuts and pastries was like eye candy. Give them a try and support the local economy. read more

This is the best donut shop in Lake Forest! I stopped in early on a Sunday morning to pick up a dozen donuts for work and was greeted by a young lady right away. I don't know why but when I see pastries or sweets behind a glass case I feel like that kid who puts their nose right up to the glass and points at the one they want. They don't squeeze fillings like custard or jam in the donuts they jazz them up on top which makes them look that much more appetizing. I selected my dozen...bars, old fashioned, blueberry cake donut (yes blueberry), cream filled, and glazed! Before she closed the box of plenty she filled the top with donut holes....best part Free Donut Holes. I got the box to work and they were gone in a flash. These donuts are soft with a light airy chew, so yummy. read more

Woke up this morning with a donut craving (I'm also 3 months pregnant, so I couldn't just let it go). After looking at reviews, I decided to drive the extra mile here instead of the donut shop closest to my house. I do not regret this. Service was great, and she even threw in a couple extra doughnut holes! I got a variety of doughnuts and although all of them were delicious (I took a good bite out of each one since I couldn't decide what I wanted), my favorite was definitely the glazed doughnut holes--they were perfect! It is cash only, FYI, although the prices are so reasonable you could probably get your doughnut fix with spare change in your car if you forget cash :) read more

Royal Pastries & Doughnuts - Delicious! - Donuts Near Me - Lake Forest, California

One of the best donut shops around. tastes like they use good ingredients. I go every day.

Such delicious donuts. Great family owned business that's been there for about 30 years. That says it all. Generous amount of fillings and the best apple fritters. First choice for us. read more

Wish I knew about this place before... or maybe that's a good thing. I've been making more trips to this place now that I've found out about it. Mainly, for my morning donut(s) or filled croissant and hot chocolate. The baked goods are excellent. Just saw the huge cinnamon bun the other morning, looks like I'll need to run a few miles before work again. Service is friendly and not crowded at all in the mornings... for now. ;) There are a few tables if you want to relax as well. Prices are good and the lady usual adds a couple donut holes to my bag, a nice surprise the first time i went here. "Mmmmmmm donuts" - H.J. Simpson *Note: Their open hours are from 4am to 12pm. Went there after lunch and they were closed. :( Now I know. read more