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.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Samuel Zachariah Brown
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
Vlogsoryx
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 you’re anything like me, it’s 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 décor 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 day’s work.
Parking: No parking lot but plenty of spots along the street.
Kid-friendliness: It’s 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!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Raised
Somchai Anantnakin
Try it and you'll love it again. And will definitely have to go again and again. The only thing I ate was the Original Glazed $2.75. The dough was just the right amount of firm, slightly sticky, just the right amount of sweetness. When you bite into it, your mouth will be moist and your mouth will be full of flavor. Very delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Donut
K V
I recently had a terrible experience at Kingpin Donuts. Not only was my order incorrect, but the customer service was absolutely atrocious. The employee had a terrible attitude when I returned to correct the order. To top it off, I was charged for specialty donuts I didn't even order, and they refused to refund me. Avoid this place at all costs!
The lady working at the counter was extremely rude. When I got to the front of the line to order, she decided to service the customer who was behind me in line before me, which is extremely disrespectful. When I ordered my drink, she charged me for a more expensive drink because she said she made “a larger size,” which I did not ask for, as there was only one size available. Even after the horrible service and overpriced drink, the drink tasted awful. The coffee was extremely acidic and the almond milk tasted spoiled. I wasted $7.25 on this disgusting drink and negligent service. Do not come here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Tyson Quick
These donuts unfortunately were stale and the glaze was clearly not done correctly on the maple bars. The donut holes were $3.25 for 6 and they were all stale just like the maple bar. I don't think they're selling their donuts within 12 hours and so they just keep them on the shelf for probably up to 2-3 days.The only thing that was good was the custard in the maple bar. Really disappointed.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
grognak the destroyer, attorney at law
mmm yummers
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Artem Grozny
Cursed my friend out because he was black, racial profiling in these shops has to stop
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
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 you’re anything like me, it’s 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 décor 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 day’s work.
Parking: No parking lot but plenty of spots along the street.
Kid-friendliness: It’s 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
Try it and you'll love it again. And will definitely have to go again and again. The only thing I ate was the Original Glazed $2.75. The dough was just the right amount of firm, slightly sticky, just the right amount of sweetness. When you bite into it, your mouth will be moist and your mouth will be full of flavor. Very delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Donut
I recently had a terrible experience at Kingpin Donuts. Not only was my order incorrect, but the customer service was absolutely atrocious. The employee had a terrible attitude when I returned to correct the order. To top it off, I was charged for specialty donuts I didn't even order, and they refused to refund me. Avoid this place at all costs!
#KingpinDonuts #badcustomerservice #horribleexperience
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
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The lady working at the counter was extremely rude. When I got to the front of the line to order, she decided to service the customer who was behind me in line before me, which is extremely disrespectful. When I ordered my drink, she charged me for a more expensive drink because she said she made “a larger size,” which I did not ask for, as there was only one size available. Even after the horrible service and overpriced drink, the drink tasted awful. The coffee was extremely acidic and the almond milk tasted spoiled. I wasted $7.25 on this disgusting drink and negligent service. Do not come here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
These donuts unfortunately were stale and the glaze was clearly not done correctly on the maple bars. The donut holes were $3.25 for 6 and they were all stale just like the maple bar. I don't think they're selling their donuts within 12 hours and so they just keep them on the shelf for probably up to 2-3 days.The only thing that was good was the custard in the maple bar. Really disappointed.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
mmm yummers
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cursed my friend out because he was black, racial profiling in these shops has to stop
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Wendy is amazing!
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