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Surfside Donuts and Coffee

4.4 (489 reviews)
Closed • 6:00 am - 11:00 AM
Updated 1 week ago

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Irene K.

This is a GO-TO whenever we are in town!! I get up exceptionally early because the lines start early but it is totally worth it!! Delicious and warm. The staff are so friendly and know their donuts. They have classics but their creativity on the menu is stellar!!! I have an APPLE FRITTER AND MAPLE BACON!!!!

Aileen V.

Super yummy donuts. I was so excited about it I forgot to take a pic until I was half way done lol. I got the salted caramel and maple bacon. Both were so delicious. Cashier was super friendly. Lots of seating. This is my normal donut spot when I'm in Pismo.

PJ R.

Very good donuts, but not the best! They are a little over priced as well. Tip: get the salted Carmel donut!!!

Chat S.

Stopped by here early in the morning on our drive to Cambria for our caffeine fix, and heck, we're already in a doughnut shop so why not a sugar fix as well! Lol! The lady was very friendly and very helpful and could handle the crowd single handedly and was actually quick with her service. Very friendly, she chattered with us while we were having our great "fixes". They do have vegan and gluten free doughnuts and that's what I think got them the popularity. The doughnuts we ate were very good! The place was small and nondescript, and has this definitely beachy vibe!

Leah G.

Classic and unique donut options. Although they do run out quickly, it is best to get there early.

Aidan C.

The best donuts ever. The service is amazing and the environment is so fun and warm. Taylor is always so bright and cheerful and is amazing at recommending options as well as accommodating costumers!!

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Amanda R.

some of the best donuts I've had. I got a classic maple bar, salted caramel, 2 boston oreo creams, lemon filled, and a s'mores donut. They all were not too sweet, not greasy, and very high quality... I would say these are better than the popular Saint Honoré donuts I've had in Vegas I personally don't like super heavy/sugary foods but these were perfectly balanced There is not much parking and no seating inside or outside. Service is usually fast and the line goes by quickly. They have rotating flavors everyday so check out their instagram for the new menu each day.

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Eric F.

Came by around 9 am today (Sunday). There was one other group ahead of us. We ordered their Peanut Butter Oreo donuts, S'mores donut, and blueberry mini fritters. All of the donuts were great with the mini blueberry fritters being my favorite. How come most other donut shops can't make or choose not to make these kinds of unique donuts? The only issue for me is a psychological one. I know prices are going up but it is hard to pay $5 for a donut even if it is one of these special donuts. Easier to handle if it was called by another name like a pastry as weird as that sounds.

Cinnamon Toast Donut (so good I couldn't wait)

The donuts are so good! So creative! The customer service makes the experience even better. I wish I had more time to stop in but even my quick drop in made me want to come back. Would definitely recommend.

lanette l.

I am writing a review AFTER leaving California because, you don't know what you've got til it's gone. Or something like that. But I always did know Surfside was special. I don't like donuts all that much or eat them often but Carrie's donuts changed that for me after the first time trying them. I would pop in for a treat now and then or order boxes of them to take 45 min to Paso for our company all hands meetings. She even did custom company color themed ones for us one time. I now live in South Carolina and my little town doesn't have a donut shop, I'm missing Surfside so much. Keep up the amazing work Carrie and just know your donuts are changing lives out there

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12/10 one of the best places I've gotten donuts. Whole family loved them. Great service and very cute place

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The best of the best in our area. Surfside donuts is amazing. I highly recommend! Bonus, they also have really good coffee!

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Great donuts! We really enjoyed the vibe here. Will stop by again when we are back this way.

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People are friendly. Donuts are delicious! Pismo beach is a laid down beach town. I camp here often.

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Great having you in, Fernando! Thank you!!

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Amazing salted caramel donut! Friendly service, nice espresso machine, and wide donut selection. Stop here if you're in Pismo.

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Do you have gluten free and vegan donuts or just separate options?

I'm not sure I understand the difference. But, yes, they do have vegan and gluten free donates. Yes, they are separate donuts. not all of them are vegan/GF.

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