49 Best Donuts near Lake Forest

“Very delicious donuts!
We were craving donuts and ended up stopping here right before closing. I used to come here as a kid and the donuts have always been delicious!
The owner was soooo kind and gave us a few extra donuts. We ate a lot of them in the car because they were so tasty. Definitely recommend! We will come back the next time we are in the US! Thank you!“

“I went there to get a donut for my son's bday. The lady over there gave me hole donuts free. I didn't expect that but just doing little thing makes you feel more welcoming and comfortable. I love their donuts and the warm atmosphere that they have. Highly recommended“

“Donuts are good. The staff is super friendly and nice. They have tamales and champurrado which I have tried and must say is pretty good. Have been here several times and will keep coming as long as the service stays the same. Happy customer.“

“A great place with amazing food that never disappoints! Their service is outstanding, they do whatever it takes to make sure me and my guests get the best breakfast burritos in town. It is the unofficial Sunday burrito provider for our Angels entertainment team!“

“The best breakfast burrito and sandwich of my life. Linda’s knows how to be generous with their portions and make a hearty breakfast. I love this place, ever since I discovered it I’ve been telling all my friends and family. Their doughnuts are always so fresh and taste better than anywhere else and they have cute designs and variety of flavors. Their orange juice is actually hand squeezed unlike other places that say it is but really isn’t. I couldn’t rave about this place more really.“

“I got a 3 leches cake this past Saturday (9/13) and let me tell you the flavor was amazing. I haven’t had a delicious and moist 3 leches cake in a long time. We would usually buy it from el Molino across the street but the past years their cakes have been super dry! It has nothing of 3 leches,
I was at the plaza where Efren’s bakery is and saw on a facebook group recommending this bakery so decided to try it out, didn’t disappoint! Our guests loved the cake as well! We devoured it!
Will definitely be coming back for more cake and try also their pan dulce!!“

“At approximately 2 PM yesterday, I drove through the Dunkin’ Donuts off El Toro Rd. I hardly ever eat fast food or use drive-throughs. On the rare occasions that I do, the experience isn’t always great and understandably so, cashiers deal with a lot of impatient and preference oriented customers. However, this visit was a refreshing exception. The young woman, Sydney who took my order was calm, patient, and even kind enough to make a suggestion when asked. She was well mannered and chuckled along with me. When I pulled up to the window, I was greeted by Michael, who was just as pleasant. I asked him to pass along a kind word because she truly made a positive impression.The coffees were delicious, the meal tots were perfectly crunchy, and while the sandwich was good, I’d probably skip the bagel next time unless you plan to eat it right away. Lastly, I have always loved the Dunkin’ app deals! They’re seriously a steal. Dunkin’ was my saving grace in college. I highly recommend this specific location. The service is sweet, the food comes out fast, and the access in and out is super easy. Dunkin’ off El Toro Rd., you’ve got a new fan!“

“Just visit it friendly donuts. I ordered the crème brûlée donuts. It was fantastic and the chai tea I recommended to anyone who loves good donuts.“

“Amazing experience.
We were greeted with smiles and hospitality.
We ordered the monte cristo, maple, glazed, and valentines special donuts.
Everything was excellent.
We had an opportunity to visit / meet Victor the owner.
What an amazing story of compassion, love, dedication, and perseverance for his bakery shop.
We were so impressed with the story and this bakery.
We recommend this bakery hot spot for everyone.
First class in all that they do.“

“Great customer service! Great location! Yummy donuts!“

“This is one of the few places open early enough for me to be able to grab donuts before work. Everytime I go the lady is so sweet. The jalapeño ham and cheese croissant literally came out while I was there so I had to have one. It was so good and the donuts are delish as well. Will keep coming back as long as she’s open!“

“Went looking for a great donut spot and this is by far the best one I’ve found. Definitely recommend and not too expensive.“

“best maple bars anywhere! try the one with bacon😋“

“Great donuts and pastries. Sometimes they run out of certain selections later in the day. And can be fairly warm inside, especially during the summers. They have done special requests for birthday donuts, they never let down and I was very impressed. Nice family owned place. Thank you oum and ming.“

“Absolutky hands down without a doubt the VERY BEST donut shop in Orange County.. possibly the world! Always fresh, prices are fair, and the service is top notch! This place is a Tustin icon i've been getting myself and my family donuts here for over 30 yrs and ive never had an experience anything short of perfect! A+++

Oh and if your in a hurry or dont want to get out of your warm car on a cold morning they have a drive through window.“

“I originally went in to get a donut and coffee and to my surprise, I discovered that this place was also a diner as well. The. scrambled eggs, homemade sausage and avocado toast we're delicious. Their coffee was also far superior to most restaurants. If you're looking for a can't miss breakfast place in an area that really needs breakfast places, you must give this place a try.“

“Wonderfully delicious and giant donuts for a cheap price. Nice employees. BUT, I don't like that they at least once went with the trend of more expensive and smaller. For example, there was an absolutely amazing cinnamon roll for $1, and it was literally the size of my head, but they made it half the size and 2-3x more expensive... This is the biggest example of what I said. Also, the shop closes way before 3:00 and you have to wake up really early or you can't make it before it closes...“

“Omg! Their breakfast burrito is amazing. Came to kaiser for a doc app and was looking for donuts. Well, I now found my new breakfast burrito place. First bite melted in my mouth. The eggs are fluffy and have a great flavor. The tortilla is soft. Im not one for cheese on my food. But the cheese they use is also soft and melts right into the burrito. The salsa is a must to add onto before a bit. My new spot when I’m in the area 😍“

“Great donuts and kind employees. When I go here, it's usually at 5am right when they open and I pick up a dozen donuts, some muffins, and often a ham and cheese croissant. The donuts are always fresh and still coming out, and the croissants are fresh and hot. Their old fashion glaze, old fashion maple, and powdered cake donuts are my favorites 👍. Also really like the fat free bran muffin😄!“

“Tried this for the first time and food was delicious. Their ham and cheese croissants were huge and filling. My kids loved their donuts. Nice family vibe. Will definitely be going back!! Wasnt able take photos cause we ate them all too fast!“

“Stopped in this morning to Royal Donuts and Burgers for a cup of hot coffee. I also ordered a ham & cheese croissant with Jalapeños and a cold orange juice. I ordered the items to go and took them home to enjoy while watching the Christmas move, Die Hard! Is it really a Christmas movie? Lol
Great customer service and recommended.“

“Please come here and try the Salvadoran food. Service was great and the donuts were good but the real reason to come here is the other food items available.
We tried the jalapeno and cheese and the mixed meat pupusa's and they were fantastic. We also had the fried plantains with beans and sour cream which was delicious. Had fries and a Salvadoran pork tamale as well.
Highly recommend this gem.“

“Pastrami fries were so darn good.“

“Niguel Bakery & Donuts isn’t just a donut shop — it’s a neighborhood living room with coffee.

Right away, I have to say this: the Boar’s Head deli meats here are the real sleeper hit. I recently had their Boar’s Head ham and cheese on sourdough with lettuce, tomato, and pickles, and I honestly can’t describe how soft and perfectly balanced that sandwich was. Simple, fresh, and done right — exactly what a great neighborhood deli should be.

And yes, the donuts absolutely hold their own. The chocolate cronut is dangerously good, the glazed old fashioned is a classic, and their cake donuts are consistently on point. My wife’s go-to is the American Mexi-Cal breakfast burrito — huge portion, buttery crispy potatoes, soft chewy tortilla, and an incredible value for the size.

But what truly sets this place apart is the people.

Our kids have practically grown up here. Dave and Dani have known them from the womb, to infants, to toddlers, and now as regulars at 2 and 7 years old. This is the kind of place where locals sit for hours talking, laughing, and catching up over coffee like the old days.

I grew up in a small town on the East Coast in my mom’s deli, where community happened over coffee and conversation. Living on the West Coast without family nearby, this place gives me that same feeling of home. Dave and Dani treat everyone like family — and Dave especially has a soft spot for kids, often surprising mine with little toys like the big kid he is.

This is a true mom-and-pop bakery and deli that supports the community, shows up for local nonprofits, and genuinely cares. If you’re looking for more than just good food — if you want warmth, generosity, and a place that feels like home — this is it.“

“The Lox bagel sandwich is so good 😋💕 and the blueberry donuts are amazing! Also service is always 102038829191% amazing.“

“Pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. The owner was kind enough to come outside and take a photo for me and a business associate. I would go there again and highly recommend it.“

“Was visiting from out of town .always stop here for fresh coffee,and the breakfast burrito.grilled fresh.to order. happy to spend my money here .greeted respectfully here .descent salsa . Thank you

Kid-friendliness: Kids inside doing homework and eating .a safe place .

Wheelchair accessibility: Handicapped parking posted brightly .front. Door not heavy“

“Stopped in to this shop and everything was delicious! Great variety of donuts, burritos were delicious! Staff was kind and helpful. 5 Stars definitely recommend this place.“

“BEST DONUTS EVER! SO SATISFYING“

“I went in this morning and ordered the signature burrito with no ham, cashier was friendly. It was ready quickly and tasted fresh and delicious with a side of green salsa I will return here soon, for another breakfast burrito. They have a very wide selection of donuts and drinks to choose from.“

“I work walking distance and I have been waiting to check this place out. Thought the price was a bit pricey but the burrito was delicious! I didn't know it came with the tomato breakfast salsa (idk what you call it). I usually hate it but this was the best ine I have ever had. #17 no hash browns****“

“I love this donut store!!! The owner is sooo nice and it's never crowded in there. The donuts are reasonably priced and DELICIOUS. So fluffy and warm so unlike the crappy hard donuts that are so often made now. 10/10 stars! Would definitely recommend!!!“

“So this doughnut shop is inside the grocery / general store in the plaza. They offer so many unique doughnuts like various candy bar and cereal flavors, as well as some more traditional flavors. The doughnuts were delicious and a great find. It's definitely worth a trip to try some unique and tasty doughnuts.“

“That one piece of donut I bought tasted amazing. However, there were two workers that got into a heated argument. I overheard the bigger guy joking about how the smaller guy’s dad left him. He didn’t like that so he attacked him but the big dude accidentally punched him hard in the chest and he passed out after a while. I am a bit concerned…“

“The Viejo bagel is one of my favorites! Good donuts! The blended mocha is excellent!“

“Chinese food not bad. Orange chicken was ok, fried rice good, and chow mein not good. I think at certain times of the day the food is good, and sometimes meh. Over all give it a try. Good place for chips, gum, and energy drinks, and doughnuts..“

“Love their donuts, I usually eat one or two at the store and take some to go. Can't wait until my next visit!“

“This is DEFINITELY the hidden South Orange County gem that the true locals around here know all about! Very friendly service. Donuts are great but their sandwiches are EXCELLENT. My tip: Always go with their longest length sandwich. I go with either pastrami, egg, or veggie sandwich -depending on the mood and always with everything on it. You get to choose a donut -I always go with plain, maple bar, chocolate cake, or chocolate frosted donut. Lastly you get a drink -I recommend the unsweetened ice tea. Why? Bc the dessert was the donut... No need to sugar your way up with anything moreGo here: Trust me you won't be disappointed“

“It’s my daughter’s birthday today. Thank you for the birthday treat - free dozen of donuts. She is super excited! She loves Krispy Kreme!“

“Absolutely love this place! Been going here for over 20 years and it's amazing how this place has stayed the same. Great quality, great staff and fair prices! If there's one certainty in this crazy, ever changing world, it's that K's donuts will always be delicious!“

“Literally reviewing as I’m still eating my donut (apple fritter, really) because it’s that good. I’m usually quite picky with donuts so I knew when I took my first bite I’d have to share a review. I also sampled the apple bear claw which was probably equally good but I’m—personally, anyway—in favor of the fritter. The woman that helped us was very nice and super generous. I was waffling over adding on a blueberry cake donut and boy was she right about trying it! Ok, I’m finished with the review, but not the fritter. It was huge and will still be enjoyed a second time later tonight.“

“Pastrami fries were so darn good.“

“Omg! Their breakfast burrito is amazing. Came to kaiser for a doc app and was looking for donuts. Well, I now found my new breakfast burrito place. First bite melted in my mouth. The eggs are fluffy and have a great flavor. The tortilla is soft. Im not one for cheese on my food. But the cheese they use is also soft and melts right into the burrito. The salsa is a must to add onto before a bit. My new spot when I’m in the area 😍“

“CUP offers a great patio seating area and a pleasant atmosphere. It’s quite busy on a Saturday morning, but the environment is still enjoyable. There’s ample space for kids and dogs to run around. The food selection is limited, but the items they offer are high-quality. They also have gluten-free and dairy-free options. The ambiance is casual and comfortable, making it a great spot for a relaxed meal. I would like to see the menu expanded to include more specialty drinks and food items.“

“Tasty donuts and wonderful customer service! I brought some guests from Italy into this location because they wanted to try the best American donuts. Bayan was very kind and friendly to us and and she helped us choose a dozen donuts of assorted types and customer favorites. The KK donuts are always awesome and the great customer service made my mission to have my Italian colleagues experience KK donuts successful.“

“5 stars service from Hailey! I stopped by Dunkin’ planning to just grab a coffee, but when I opened the mobile app, I noticed a $3 medium refresher offer. I wasn’t sure how to use the coupon on the app, but Hailey was so kind and patient in explaining the app interface and even helped me complete the order at the counter. Such warm and helpful service really made my day—thank you, Hailey!“

“Great time.......especially for 5:00 am. I couldn't miss your Grand Opening! Amazing Pumpkin Swirl Coffee & Lattes too! Pumpkin Muffins, Donuts & Carmel Apple Croissant Donuts were a big hit at home!! See you soon!“

“We loved it here.. the service was great! Fuzz and Edward, y'all are awesome!!!“