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I tried the white chocolate raspberry donut and OMG it's Amazing! The white chocolate melts in your mouth and pairs well with the raspberry. On top of that the owner is so sweet! I definitely recommend this place and will be coming back whenever I come back to San Diego. Try it , you won't be disappointed.
After reading a local article today about this business, I decided to visit in honor of National Donut Day. The Best Donuts was located as a service window in the northwestern section of Seaport Village. Parking around this area was all metered with a rate of at least two dollars per hour. I ate a meal first at a neighboring restaurant before coming to check out the selections. A drinks menu was posted on the wall to the left of the window. The categories were coffee, milk, soda, water, boba tea, beer, and wine. Immediately what stood out were the sky-high prices. For example, a boba tea drink cost $10 which was at least 25 percent more than anywhere else in town. A can of soda cost four dollars... 'nuff said. Because this was in the heart of a tourist district, I can see why the prices were inflated. About 20 varieties of donuts were on display at the window. That was the best attribute of the shop. The prices again were very high with a mini donut costing a maxi price of five dollars apiece. Some of the fancier donut types were between $10 to $12 each! The article stated that this was a Polish donut chain with its first US branch here in SD. Apparently, The Best Donuts has been operating for nearly a year so to claim it recently opened was misleading. I asked the cashier if they had any paczki (poonch-key). She gave me a quizzical look and consulted another worker who said there were none. I could tell right away from looking at the products that they were not paczki. I grew up not far from a Polish enclave where every year on Mardi Gras, it was a big celebration with dozens of paczki brought into schools and workplaces for everyone to enjoy. These donuts looked nothing like authentic paczki. I purchased one donut which was a Bavarian Cream with Black Currant filling that set me back seven dollars. The donut was fairly warm, but it didn't taste as fresh as I had expected. I did like that it wasn't too sweet for my palate. Overall, I rounded my rating up to a three star level for this experience at The Best Donuts.
Please skip this donut spot. I came to order a donut today and it took over 5 mins to order when I got to the window. I honestly dont know what they were doing in the back but one guy was just standing there and the other girl was barely in the front. There was a line but everyone else in front of me waited so long to even get an order in they all gave up. So I actually waited longer than 5 mins. I ordered just a donut and Cappuccino. The coffee was like gas station. No surprise there. But the donuts... Super stale and barely any filling. I get it was 7pm but It was super doughy and i actually order the chocolate Rafaella and thought I would get more chocolate but mostly got vanilla... Super disappointed overall. Bad service and bad donut. Sad that I saw so many people wait for a donut and give up.
After a morning jog to Seaport Village, I feel like getting something sweet to snack on. Going around the food area of Seaport Village, I saw this Donut shop , I don't remember seeing it here before so I gave it a try. There are so many selections like choose from like, STRAWBERRY w / CHOCOLATE, APPLE pie , FERRERO, and more, all sound good but also sound so sweet for me. I just chose something that can probably balance the sweetness and the filling, which is the LEMON. I did like this donut, citrusy from the Lemon and Sugar just goes well together. They also have Cold and Hot drinks here but I stayed with my water, probably next time I will try their drinks here on my next jogging here in the area.
First time trying "The Best Donuts" in Seaport Village, San Diego, CA. I ordered the Bavarian Creme and chocolate donut and both were delicious. The bakery is in a good spot next to shops and restaurants. I received friendly service. Check it out! Happy Yelping :)
We stumbled upon this small donut shop near the marina by our hotel, and it was such a delightful find! It felt like the perfect spot to grab a sweet treat while enjoying the views. The donuts themselves were fantastic--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made. The kids absolutely loved them, and it was so fun to watch them get excited over the new and creative flavors. There's clearly a lot of care and creativity that goes into making each one, which made the experience even more special. Overall, this donut shop is a must-visit if you're in the area. Great treats, fun new flavors, and a family-friendly atmosphere made it a highlight of our trip. We'll definitely be coming back the next time we're in SD!
Was this the best donut ever??? In my opinion not really. The donuts looked good, the size was appealing to the price but from a taste perspective it was ordinary. The glaze isn't heavy. You bite and it crumbles. You lose more of the glaze onto to the table then in your bite. I'm ok with that though. I don't care for very sticky, dense glaze. You have to take several bites before getting to the filling. I tried both the black current and lemon and they were average filled taste. I was expecting more. The location is tucked back, and you order at the window. The staff is friendly and helpful. There is a lot of room around to sit and enjoy your sweet treat.
I've always seen the sign when walking in Seaport Village. That small blonde beauty in white wearing a chef's hat (chef's hat is called a toque (pronounced toke), or more formally a toque blanche (French for "white hat") and holding an almost overflowing display of glistening donuts. I have never believed the claim "The Best Donuts" or been enticed by the offer until now. Maybe it's because the world feels like it's going to end and YOLO? They actually might be the best donuts. Wow. I couldn't believe my taste buds as I munched the flakey moist outside to hit pay dirt with the gooey sugar filled jelly. Try them for yourself and be shocked while satisfied that the best donuts are in a San Diego tourist trap.
This place was pretty popular last night !!! I couldnt resist and had to try one. There were so many delicious choices to pick from. I ended up getting the strawberry cream cheese and it was incredible. Its in the middle of a glazed donut and bear Claw. Saved half for breakfast and tasted just as good.
I noticed this new spot open at Seaport Village today and was excited to try it! They were on the pricier side but it's pretty much expected for a touristy spot like Seaport Village. Mini donuts are $3.50, most glazed with filling were $7, which seemed on par with seaport village. There were a few "premium" ones at $12 which is extravagant for what it is. They did look pretty good in the case so I went with the pistachio donut which was one of the "premium" ones at $12. The dough was heavy and dense and the frosting was also dense and pretty sticky. It wasn't the worst but also no where near the best - definitely not what I was looking for which was a light and airy donut. And definitely not worth the price! The guy at the counter was nice and friendly. He mentioned that they had only been open for a little over a week so maybe they're still working out kinks. Overall, I might give them another shot to give them the benefit of the doubt. Also, I saw they also have coffee, boba, and beer on the menu.
The pistachio donut was INCREDIBLE. Absolutely loved this place!! The employees were so kind as my daughter has a peanut allergy and they wanted to make sure there were no peanuts in the items. It was so sweet! They're so kind!
The donuts were good but a lil cold and not the best for a $8 donut? But a cool experience. The lady was real helpful and nice! It's in a nice area for a lil walk around. Definitely a tourist spot!
I had a couple of good doughnuts and an iced coffee with oat-milk from this newer doughnut shop in Seaport Village. I had a chocolate glaze and a vanilla glazed doughnut. They were both tasty in their own way. The chocolate delivered in the chocolate flavor for sure. It was rich in chocolate flavor. The cake portion was tasty but a little on the dry side for a doughnut. The vanilla glazed was tasty and well. I liked that it was not overly sugary. The iced latte was very good. They put just the right amount of oat milk and ice. The coffee flavor was very good. The young lady at the window offer good hospitality. It was hard hearing each other, given the fan noise coming from the inside, but after a few repeats, communication got through. This place does not offer any inside seating, but there's plenty on the outside given that it is at Sea port Village. It's a nice addition to the village. read more
3 months ago
If you're looking for a great donut, this place absolutely delivers. These were some of the best donuts I've had in a long time. Everything we tried was fresh, soft, and full of flavor. They also have a huge selection, so there's something for everyone. It took us a while to decide because everything looked so good, which is the kind of problem worth having. The customer service was outstanding. Everyone was friendly, patient, and welcoming despite how busy they were. This place definitely lived up to its name. I'll be stopping by every time I'm in the area. Highly recommend! read more
6 days ago
I tried the white chocolate raspberry donut and OMG it's Amazing! The white chocolate melts in your mouth and pairs well with the raspberry. On top of that the owner is so sweet! I definitely recommend this place and will be coming back whenever I come back to San Diego. Try it , you won't be disappointed. read more
After reading a local article today about this business, I decided to visit in honor of National Donut Day. The Best Donuts was located as a service window in the northwestern section of Seaport Village. Parking around this area was all metered with a rate of at least two dollars per hour. I ate a meal first at a neighboring restaurant before coming to check out the selections. A drinks menu was posted on the wall to the left of the window. The categories were coffee, milk, soda, water, boba tea, beer, and wine. Immediately what stood out were the sky-high prices. For example, a boba tea drink cost $10 which was at least 25 percent more than anywhere else in town. A can of soda cost four dollars... 'nuff said. Because this was in the heart of a tourist district, I can see why the prices were inflated. About 20 varieties of donuts were on display at the window. That was the best attribute of the shop. The prices again were very high with a mini donut costing a maxi price of five dollars apiece. Some of the fancier donut types were between $10 to $12 each! The article stated that this was a Polish donut chain with its first US branch here in SD. Apparently, The Best Donuts has been operating for nearly a year so to claim it recently opened was misleading. I asked the cashier if they had any paczki (poonch-key). She gave me a quizzical look and consulted another worker who said there were none. I could tell right away from looking at the products that they were not paczki. I grew up not far from a Polish enclave where every year on Mardi Gras, it was a big celebration with dozens of paczki brought into schools and workplaces for everyone to enjoy. These donuts looked nothing like authentic paczki. I purchased one donut which was a Bavarian Cream with Black Currant filling that set me back seven dollars. The donut was fairly warm, but it didn't taste as fresh as I had expected. I did like that it wasn't too sweet for my palate. Overall, I rounded my rating up to a three star level for this experience at The Best Donuts. read more
Please skip this donut spot. I came to order a donut today and it took over 5 mins to order when I got to the window. I honestly dont know what they were doing in the back but one guy was just standing there and the other girl was barely in the front. There was a line but everyone else in front of me waited so long to even get an order in they all gave up. So I actually waited longer than 5 mins. I ordered just a donut and Cappuccino. The coffee was like gas station. No surprise there. But the donuts... Super stale and barely any filling. I get it was 7pm but It was super doughy and i actually order the chocolate Rafaella and thought I would get more chocolate but mostly got vanilla... Super disappointed overall. Bad service and bad donut. Sad that I saw so many people wait for a donut and give up. read more
8 months ago
After a morning jog to Seaport Village, I feel like getting something sweet to snack on. Going around the food area of Seaport Village, I saw this Donut shop , I don't remember seeing it here before so I gave it a try. There are so many selections like choose from like, STRAWBERRY w / CHOCOLATE, APPLE pie , FERRERO, and more, all sound good but also sound so sweet for me. I just chose something that can probably balance the sweetness and the filling, which is the LEMON. I did like this donut, citrusy from the Lemon and Sugar just goes well together. They also have Cold and Hot drinks here but I stayed with my water, probably next time I will try their drinks here on my next jogging here in the area. read more
First time trying "The Best Donuts" in Seaport Village, San Diego, CA. I ordered the Bavarian Creme and chocolate donut and both were delicious. The bakery is in a good spot next to shops and restaurants. I received friendly service. Check it out! Happy Yelping :) read more
9 months ago
We stumbled upon this small donut shop near the marina by our hotel, and it was such a delightful find! It felt like the perfect spot to grab a sweet treat while enjoying the views. The donuts themselves were fantastic--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made. The kids absolutely loved them, and it was so fun to watch them get excited over the new and creative flavors. There's clearly a lot of care and creativity that goes into making each one, which made the experience even more special. Overall, this donut shop is a must-visit if you're in the area. Great treats, fun new flavors, and a family-friendly atmosphere made it a highlight of our trip. We'll definitely be coming back the next time we're in SD! read more
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19 days ago
They are amazing, real flour- shipped from Europe gives me authentic flavor!!! Really nice service, and you can see they put their heat into this business!!! read more
Was this the best donut ever??? In my opinion not really. The donuts looked good, the size was appealing to the price but from a taste perspective it was ordinary. The glaze isn't heavy. You bite and it crumbles. You lose more of the glaze onto to the table then in your bite. I'm ok with that though. I don't care for very sticky, dense glaze. You have to take several bites before getting to the filling. I tried both the black current and lemon and they were average filled taste. I was expecting more. The location is tucked back, and you order at the window. The staff is friendly and helpful. There is a lot of room around to sit and enjoy your sweet treat. read more
I've always seen the sign when walking in Seaport Village. That small blonde beauty in white wearing a chef's hat (chef's hat is called a toque (pronounced toke), or more formally a toque blanche (French for "white hat") and holding an almost overflowing display of glistening donuts. I have never believed the claim "The Best Donuts" or been enticed by the offer until now. Maybe it's because the world feels like it's going to end and YOLO? They actually might be the best donuts. Wow. I couldn't believe my taste buds as I munched the flakey moist outside to hit pay dirt with the gooey sugar filled jelly. Try them for yourself and be shocked while satisfied that the best donuts are in a San Diego tourist trap. read more
7 months ago
This place was pretty popular last night !!! I couldnt resist and had to try one. There were so many delicious choices to pick from. I ended up getting the strawberry cream cheese and it was incredible. Its in the middle of a glazed donut and bear Claw. Saved half for breakfast and tasted just as good. read more
I noticed this new spot open at Seaport Village today and was excited to try it! They were on the pricier side but it's pretty much expected for a touristy spot like Seaport Village. Mini donuts are $3.50, most glazed with filling were $7, which seemed on par with seaport village. There were a few "premium" ones at $12 which is extravagant for what it is. They did look pretty good in the case so I went with the pistachio donut which was one of the "premium" ones at $12. The dough was heavy and dense and the frosting was also dense and pretty sticky. It wasn't the worst but also no where near the best - definitely not what I was looking for which was a light and airy donut. And definitely not worth the price! The guy at the counter was nice and friendly. He mentioned that they had only been open for a little over a week so maybe they're still working out kinks. Overall, I might give them another shot to give them the benefit of the doubt. Also, I saw they also have coffee, boba, and beer on the menu. read more
1 year ago
The pistachio donut was INCREDIBLE. Absolutely loved this place!! The employees were so kind as my daughter has a peanut allergy and they wanted to make sure there were no peanuts in the items. It was so sweet! They're so kind! read more
11 months ago
I'm so sorry but these were not the best donuts...Seaport village is always a vibe and stunning but these donuts were overpriced and dry. The service was great though. The donut was aesthetically pleasing but that's about it! read more
4 months ago
I don't know how someone could name their shop "The Best Donuts" when their donuts are nowhere close to being a contender. Maybe if you like dry and stale donuts, then yes, I can see they would be the best for those people. Great marketing but laughable. Luckily they're in a tourist spot. read more
Hard to find in little mall. Buy and sit outside so maybe dont buy when it's raining creative filling like apple pie and nutella. Service is quick and will explain flavors to you. Very casual ambiance. If you are in the mall/village go try one. Pricy donut. read more
A stall in the Seaport Village. Decided I need d a sweet afternoon delight and some interesting flavors. Guava is probably one I don't usually get in my coast and pumpkin was available. Donut was fresh and soft even in the afternoon. read more
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5 months ago
They have donuts marked at $7, then charged $9 for the exact donut with a $7 price tag on it. Then, they refused to honor the displayed price, which isnt legal. Additionally, the cashier was rude. Go to Louisiana Charlies next door instead if you want to get dessert and not be taken advantage of. read more
3 months ago
These donuts are beautiful and delicious and there's something special for everyone! Right by the water, great for date night! Janik was super friendly and full of smiles and kindness. They serve draft beer here too! read more
Fresh small batch polish style donuts. Dense but fluffy dough on the inside , crispy on the outside with many fillings to choose from. Some of the donuts are quite large, so the $7 seems somewhat reasonable since it's double the size of a standard donut ( think size of a sandwich / hoagie roll). There are some specialty donuts ( Nutella, Cannoli, pistachio) that were $12, but that was a little steep in my opinion, so pasted. So many flavors to choose from it was hard to decide. I ended up with Cherry - good ratio of filling to the dough and the filling wasn't to sweet more sour cherry which I like better. They have a rose flavor donut that I'm still thinking about, that I might go back to get. I've read that is a traditional polish donut flavor. The shop is a small walk up window, no seating. This place is good for something sweet with unique flavors to enjoy while walking around and taking in all Seaport village has to offer. Service was friendly. read more
3 months ago
Change the name to the "the ok donuts" we ordered five different donuts and were disappointed by them, all the filled donuts barely had enough filling to cover the bottom of the biggest gaping hole of the donuts. I ordered the lemon donut and apple pie and both had the same amount of filling, and paying 7-8 dollars a piece one would think it would have a decent amount of filling.. if I had been closer to them when I ate mine I would have asked for my money back read more
9 months ago
The donuts were seriously the best we've had in a long time! Took me back to my childhood when the donuts were super fresh and not made by the dozens and dozens! The service is wonderful! They helped us decide what to get and they didn't disappoint! Skip the other shops, like ice cream, and get an awesome donut! read more
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I would say this is my second time visiting this place. I stopped by yesterday to try different flavor's and I would definitely be coming back again to try the rest! I would recommend to anyone that wants to try. I had the best experience but besides that the cashier took her time explaining to me about the polish donuts !! The freshness of the best quality donut dough explains it all read more
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The staff was so patient and efficient. I went for a simple glazed because sometimes the most basic is the best. The selection is huge and there are some that look like art!! You walk up to the window and place your order. They have a variety of drink options to go with the exciting donut selection. The glazed was very good! It was light with the perfect amount of glaze. It isn't cheap so enjoy it but it is a fun treat. read more
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