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    Surfin' Donuts

    4.2 (258 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea, Donuts, Bagels
    Open 4:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Elisa N.

    SURFIN' DONUTS @ SAN CLEMENTE The parking lot here is very small, but there is free street parking available alongside the road. We arrived early around 9 AM, and most of the donuts were already selling out. There was a line out the door and parking was pretty packed, so I definitely recommend coming as early as you can. This spot has been a staple for my friends for years, so I finally had to try it out. Even though the line was long, it moved pretty quickly. The staff is super friendly, and all of the donuts are made fresh every single morning. They open around 4 AM and usually close once they sell out, typically before 2 PM. We ordered their iconic blueberry glazed donut, which is a must-try if you're a blueberry fan. Each donut was about two dollars, and we grabbed a few. They also offer breakfast sandwiches, donut holes, and tons of fun donut flavors to choose from. The inside and overall ambiance are more on the older side, it feels like a classic donut shop you and your family might've gone to years ago. They have some indoor seating, but most of the tables are outside. It's a great area to stop by, especially if you're on the way to San Clemente and want some yummy donuts. I really enjoyed the fresh glazed donuts in the morning and would definitely recommend visiting.

    Steph G.

    Honestly, it's been years since I've gone over to surfin donuts. A legendary place in town. Easy to get to off the five or El Camino Real. It does have parking although it can get filled up with people who park there that go over to SC Café. I came in today for two donuts and an iced coffee both were reasonably priced. They use Monin syrups. The cake crumb doughnut was delicious, light and crumbly. The service is really fast and friendly. Cool beach vibe classic donut shop place. I'll have to come back soon and try to have breakfast sandwich.

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    Belle C.

    The donuts here are super soft and delicious! The apple fritter is chewy and juicy. The service here is great. Definitely recommend!

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    Kevin C.

    Love this spot so much. Every time we come down to San O to surf we always need to make a stop at surfin donuts. Amazing donuts, fresh oj, great espresso and coffee with lots of flavor options. What's not to love? Also be sure to try their ham and cheese bagels, they are amazing especially when fresh. They have a decently sized parking lot as well which is usually easy to get a spot. On a busy morning you might have to park in the street but it's easy.

    Donut case! Rumor has it they're sold out by noon.
    Brienna M.

    We were told this was an "institution" so how could we not get some donuts? Quick and prompt service. Very large selection of donuts all fresh and delish. We had maple bars, chocolate glazed, and my fave a blueberry. The chai espresso lattes were very very good and better priced than Starbucks. We went several mornings in a row for coffee. The vibe is local and kind of "if you know, you know." Plenty of outdoor seating at benches and around back. There was very swift business in and out. Lots of fun people watching with families, dogs, and surfers all grabbing their grub.

    Perfect Apple fritter with the right amount of crunch and fruit to fritter ratio
    Toby P.

    Okay, I love Apple fritters And my friend and I discovered we had this in common. She raved about this spot but I always forget when I'm driving by (from San Diego or Santa Barbara). Today she brought me one and oh myyyyyyyyy. She wasn't kidding. Sometimes you get Apple fritters that are doughy or gooey in the middle because they haven't cooked through and those are my least favorite. These are crunchy on outside and perfect on the inside. Even after the drive from san Clemente to carlsbad they are better than any Apple fritter I have had in years. I see this potentially becoming a problem. So good and wait! What? There's blueberry too? Have to go to San Juan Capistrano on Tuesday I see blueberry in my future!!

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    Wayne S.

    ...... Wait there's more.... The Breakfast Bacon Egg and Cheese Croissant is Just a Fantastic Breakfast Again Bless this Business I really don't want to leave to go back to New York Sunday....But I'll be back to Paradise Weather in San Clemente again. Keep the Breakfast warm for me. See you soon. BLESSINGS

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    We stop there, for chocolate old fashions with their OJ, every time we travel from San Diego to LA.

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    11 months ago

    Fantastic little donut shop. And the bagels are amazing. Will be making this a regular stop on our trips down to SD.

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    I'm from NorCal and always have to stop by when driving up from Baja California! Very fresh and delicious!

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    Great coffee, great donuts, but parking is very limited. I do recommend because service is very exceptional

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    2 years ago

    Just your basic donut shop... expect and budget to spend atleast $10 for a minimum purchase at the checkout or else !

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    The staff was friendly and the doughnuts were fresh and delicious. The coffee wasn't the best.

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    3 years ago

    Lady who works here is very Rude ! Wouldn't give me a different donut due to the fact it was brick hard never will come her again

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    Awesome Donuts! Over priced lots of selection and a lot to choose from staff is friendly

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    3 years ago

    $25 for a dozen donuts is ridiculous. I didn't order anything fancy. Save your money and hit somewhere else.

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