Ordered delivery an hour ago and they cancelled it without giving an explanation. This place is unreliable. I would strongly suggest not ordering anything from them.
Mia J
the girl working here somehow has messed up my order every single time. i ask for 1 thing and she gets me another, and puts it in the bag so fast. i got hot chocolate from here another time and she gave it to me flooding over the top and spilling everywhere.
Razada Pearl
I donât recommend this donut shop nothing was fresh
Ammar Rizvi
If youâre on a quest for the best donuts in the Bay Area, look no furtherâthis little gem is run by the legendary Charlie, a baker so dedicated that Iâm convinced he never sleeps. No matter what hour you swing by, heâs usually there, working his magic.
The old-fashioned donuts? Absolute perfectionâcrispy on the edges, soft in the middle, and hands down the best youâll find anywhere. The fancy donuts? Equally amazing, with flavors that will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about fried dough.
Pro tip: If you want a next-level experience, ask for whatever donut is straight out of the fryer, just glazed. Youâll be in for a bite of warm, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth bliss thatâs so good it should be illegal.
Seriously, your taste buds will thank you, though maybe not your blood sugar ;)
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Worst donut Iâve had in my life. Got a jelly filled donut and it had maybe a teaspoon of jelly in it. Also was glazed rather than powdered!? Also the price was outrageous cost me FOUR DOLLARS AND SEVENTY FIVE CENTS for a basic donut. The lady was sweet but took a million years to come out after Iâd been calling for her. Sub par donuts sub par service never coming back.
MARKER KARAHADIAN
Generous portion, but very greasy.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Marlene Martinez
Came to get a donut around 10:30pm, it was freshly baked! It was so warm and yummy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amy Winecoff
Yep, this is the yeast donut experience that I am always yearning for. No frills, no ridiculous millennial modifications, just excellent classic donuts.
Vegetarian options: I mean they are all sweets so everything is technically vegetarian.
Dietary restrictions: Food here is delicious and perfect after a hard dayâs work.
Parking: No parking lot but plenty of spots along the street.
Kid-friendliness: Itâs very sweet food which kids will like.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul Leochetti
Best donuts in the Bay Area! Always fresh!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Cinnamon Twist, Glazed Old Fashioned Donuts, Boston Cream, Donut, Apple Fritter Donut
Sid Shah
Amazing. Simply divine. I don't have photos cause that donut was finished in 2 minutes. It's just that good. (I got a cinnamon twist)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Donut
P. I.
Kingpin donuts is more than a donut shop, it is a beacon of old school Berkeley delicious food.
If you're old enough around here to remember when they were located on the corner of Channing and telegraph, then you understand what I'm talking about. Still to this day, Charlie, who is a personal hero to me for the billions of donuts he has churned out over the past 30 years, is still there, and was still there tonight doing what he always does, making great donuts. This guy should get a plaque or a national award. Anyone who doesn't like this place, or who doesn't like the service, or whoever blah blah yakety yak blah blah. Yeah that's great. Don't come here. Stay away from here. We don't need you. I don't want to wait in line to get my delicious donuts. It should be locals only, but we are welcoming of people from out of town who want to come experience this delicious donut. Yeah I'm hardcore, but I know what a great Donut is. And this is it! We love you, Charlie! Keep cranking out those donuts!
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Ordered delivery an hour ago and they cancelled it without giving an explanation. This place is unreliable. I would strongly suggest not ordering anything from them.
the girl working here somehow has messed up my order every single time. i ask for 1 thing and she gets me another, and puts it in the bag so fast. i got hot chocolate from here another time and she gave it to me flooding over the top and spilling everywhere.
I donât recommend this donut shop nothing was fresh
If youâre on a quest for the best donuts in the Bay Area, look no furtherâthis little gem is run by the legendary Charlie, a baker so dedicated that Iâm convinced he never sleeps. No matter what hour you swing by, heâs usually there, working his magic.
The old-fashioned donuts? Absolute perfectionâcrispy on the edges, soft in the middle, and hands down the best youâll find anywhere. The fancy donuts? Equally amazing, with flavors that will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about fried dough.
Pro tip: If you want a next-level experience, ask for whatever donut is straight out of the fryer, just glazed. Youâll be in for a bite of warm, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth bliss thatâs so good it should be illegal.
Seriously, your taste buds will thank you, though maybe not your blood sugar ;)
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Worst donut Iâve had in my life. Got a jelly filled donut and it had maybe a teaspoon of jelly in it. Also was glazed rather than powdered!? Also the price was outrageous cost me FOUR DOLLARS AND SEVENTY FIVE CENTS for a basic donut. The lady was sweet but took a million years to come out after Iâd been calling for her. Sub par donuts sub par service never coming back.
Generous portion, but very greasy.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Came to get a donut around 10:30pm, it was freshly baked! It was so warm and yummy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yep, this is the yeast donut experience that I am always yearning for. No frills, no ridiculous millennial modifications, just excellent classic donuts.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
There are no vegan options, despite some previous reviews that suggest otherwise. It would be nice to have a vegan dessert option near campus.
Vegetarian options: No vegan options.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Kingpin Doughnuts is one of those rare gems that truly sets the standard for what a neighborhood doughnut shop should be. Nestled in the heart of the city, Kingpin is not just a place to grab a quick bite but a beloved institution where craftsmanship, passion, and community come together over the simple joy of doughnuts. From the moment you step inside the cozy and welcoming space, you know you're in for a treat. The delicious aroma of fresh doughnuts, sugar, and spices immediately engulfs you, and if youâre anything like me, itâs almost impossible to leave with just one. One of the most striking aspects of Kingpin Doughnuts is its nostalgic charm. The retro vibe brings a sense of warmth and history, as if it has been serving locals and students alike for decades (which, to some extent, it has!). The dĂ©cor features a clean, no-nonsense layout, with brightly colored delicious delicacies that will leave your mouth watering.
Vegetarian options: I mean they are all sweets so everything is technically vegetarian.
Dietary restrictions: Food here is delicious and perfect after a hard dayâs work.
Parking: No parking lot but plenty of spots along the street.
Kid-friendliness: Itâs very sweet food which kids will like.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best donuts in the Bay Area! Always fresh!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Cinnamon Twist, Glazed Old Fashioned Donuts, Boston Cream, Donut, Apple Fritter Donut
Amazing. Simply divine. I don't have photos cause that donut was finished in 2 minutes. It's just that good. (I got a cinnamon twist)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Donut
Kingpin donuts is more than a donut shop, it is a beacon of old school Berkeley delicious food.
If you're old enough around here to remember when they were located on the corner of Channing and telegraph, then you understand what I'm talking about. Still to this day, Charlie, who is a personal hero to me for the billions of donuts he has churned out over the past 30 years, is still there, and was still there tonight doing what he always does, making great donuts. This guy should get a plaque or a national award.
Anyone who doesn't like this place, or who doesn't like the service, or whoever blah blah yakety yak blah blah. Yeah that's great. Don't come here. Stay away from here. We don't need you. I don't want to wait in line to get my delicious donuts.
It should be locals only, but we are welcoming of people from out of town who want to come experience this delicious donut. Yeah I'm hardcore, but I know what a great Donut is. And this is it!
We love you, Charlie! Keep cranking out those donuts!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Raised
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