38 Best Donuts near Mill Valley

“San Francisco Historical Landmark, all the locals and neighbors will tell you, or show you, because there is a line out the door at various hours of the day, especially for the buttermilk and giant donuts. Breathtaking experience of culinary delight.“

“Staff member greeted me with a smile on her face and I already had a good feeling about the place. Very glad I made the effort to come to Japantown (inside the mall) for these donuts as they were AMAZING. Favourite one was the strawberry mochi donut. The yuzu lemon was very good too and black sesame. Affordably priced in my opinion too.“

“Honestly one of the better donuts I’ve had in a minute. Especially fresh and out the grease, super tasty. They are a little bit pricey, but open late and the service is good.

Would not recommend the chocolate croissant though, wasn’t a big fan. Just stick to the glazed.“

“Stumbled upon this place and loved it!“

“Marshmallow fluff;) Loved the Milkbomb sandwich! Will definitely go again;)“

“Delicious donuts including filled donut holes. I especially like the chocolate cake with chocolate icing and dusted with peanuts, which I have only found at this store. Friendly and welcoming staff.
Can no longer dine in and tables along the walls have chairs on top of them.“

“Great corner spot for easy access to donuts. Great variety, and nice staff members explaining the flavors. The display case was cute and organized neatly with name tents. Came here after an ebike tour and ordered thir famous Apple Fritter donut. Great flavor! Lovely day.

Famous Apple Fritter donut - massive!!“

“We stumbled on this amazing bakery in January 2025 on the first morning of our 4 day vacation. It truly was the best bakery I've ever been to in my life, so we went each and every morning the rest of our trip. We went back to San Francisco in September 2025 and every morning we went and had more incredible donuts! We will be back in January 2027!! I and my husband, Randy, are from Minnesota and I even asked the owner to open a bakery in Minnesota.“

“The lady in the front was so nice, I believe that she was the owner because we told her that we were visiting from SoCal and she was so hospitable and gave me and my group cheesecake and extra stuff on the house. Would 100% go here again just for the service. 10/10 food though.“

“The happy donut has been a staple of our tip in San Francisco. The restaurant is family run and has the most delicious menu. From the food to the drinks to the donuts, every single thing that we ordered was phenomenal. I would highly recommend stopping in to support this business!“

“My son and I were on vacation in San Francisco and Bob's Donuts got great reviews so we decided to give it a shot. Absolutely the best donuts I've ever had in my life. We ended up coming back once more before leaving San Francisco. Sure wish I had a Bob's Donuts in my neighborhood, although if I did I'm sure I would have a severe weight problem. Highly recommend.“

“195 years ago a gentleman named Hansen Gregory was born in Rockport Maine. He was an ambitious Scottish lad that took to the ocean to become a captain. He enjoyed fried dough cakes but didn't appreciate the undercooked greasy center that they often had. He is usually credited as the origin of ring shaped donuts by punching out the center with a pepper box lid. If Gregory was alive today he would be fascinated with how many wonderful and creative ways you can produce this circular delight. I may not be a captain of a ship but I am happy to make ML Donuts apart of my voyage!“

“Delicious and extraordinary.“

“This place right here mayne! Where do I even begin 🤔🔥🙏🏼 The customer service is always on point these dudes in here go above n beyond, they even greet you by your first name when you walk in!! 👏🏼 The food... Is on anotha LEVEL!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU GET YOU SOME ALL-STAR BREAKFAST, GOOD OL BURGER OR EVEN SOME ASAIN CUISINE TO GET YA DAY GOIN ON THE RIGHT NOTE 🎶 YAH FEEL ME!!!?? JAH BLESS🙏🏼✌🏼💯💚🧡💛“

“perfect donuts & donut holes, so amazing when you catch them immediately out of the fryer. they're so creative when it comes to holiday themed donuts and more unique toppings! such great prices for the quality provided. wonderful people and wonderful donuts“

“Excellent Service and Food is Hot And Well Prepared!“

“These donuts are delicious. They are perfect with a cup of coffee. Iwould definitely recommend getting them.“

“Love this place, they have a surprisingly extensive menu and the food is great. And it’s quick, like the food comes out crazy fast.

It’s a tough neighborhood sometimes but the folks here are kind to everyone and there’s a warm vibe. Prices are reasonable as well. Thank you!!!!!“

“Delicious and extraordinary.“

“The bakery has a nice selection of fresh pastries and baked goods. Everything I tried tasted good, and the staff was friendly. The place has a cozy atmosphere, and I’d definitely stop by again. Overall, a good experience with room to make it even better.“

“Wanted a sweet treat and this adorable place caught our eye. I really only wanted the matcha but their 3 for $11 was tempting so ended up getting three donuts.

Tried the matcha one as I left the shop and it was yummy. I did notice it seems more oily than other mochi donut places and could’ve done without the extra oil. The napkin I was holding was quite soaked by the time I had finished it.

Flavours were great, soft and chewy on the inside, I think it would deserve a 5 star if they could tone down the oil a bit.“

“Delicious and extraordinary.“

“THE best lemon blueberry donut we’ve ever had! Donut is soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside with just the perfect amount of sweetness. The flavors are also very distinct. Matcha 8/10, Chai latte 9/10. The vibes and views?! Easy 100/10☺“

“I have never written a review before. This was an awesome surprise finding out how good these doughnut were. I should have know they were good now that I notice their next to Sol Food. I got the doughnut box off the To Good To Go App and it was way beyond my expectations. Awesome“

“This place is AWESOME! Being vegan, I asked what was available. I was told the plain cake donut, the sugar donut and the crumb donut were all vegan! I grabbed a crumb and sugar and they blew me away. Absolutely wonderful. My partner, who is not vegan, got an egg and cheese sandwich that was HUGE and delicious! We also shared a lemonade that was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I can not recommend this place enough. If not for the food, then for the excellent service. Definitely needs to be a stop when visiting San Fran:)“

“Tell me why a sandwich here is a better bang for you buck than a croissant from any bakery in the city? I HIGHLY recommend the BBQ pork sandwich. The Vietnamese coffee was rich and creamy, and not as sweet as I was expecting it! My expectations were high and this place met them. The lady out front was super cute and very nice as well. Did not try the donuts, but will definitely be back.“

“Let me start by saying — I’m a tough reviewer ( evidence below). 90% of the time, I give terrible or fantastic reviews, and this doughnut shop firmly lands in the “fantastic” category (the kind that restores your faith in humanity and fried dough).

Everything on the menu is pure deliciousness. My kids loved anything with sprinkles or chocolate, leaving a trail of sticky smiles behind them. As for me? I fell head over heels for their apple fritters — crisp on the outside, tender insid. And don’t even get me started on the plain old-fashioned doughnuts — simple, nostalgic perfection that somehow tastes like a Sunday morning hug.

Highly recommend — but be warned: once you try these doughnuts, there’s no going back to ordinary ones.“

“Walked in by chance. We were touring San Francisco and wanted to get something portable, so donuts and smoothie sounded good. Once inside we saw the two ladies making amazing ham/cheese croissant sandwich and we had to try. Delicious!! Hot and toasty from the oven, flaky croissant. So good. We also saw huge chicken burritos being made… will have one of those next time! The mango smoothie was a cool blast of flavor. Tasted like summer.We also got a glazed donut (why not?! ?) and an apple fritter. Both were fresh and delicious.Accessible. A few small tables. Street parking.“

“Found Happy Donut through TooGoodToGo (IYKYK), which ended up being such a nice little treat. After walking around the city all day, I picked up my bag, stepped outside, and immediately demolished a glazed donut in front of the shop lol. The cream-filled one with the coffee-flavored glaze was also amazing - it ended up being the perfect post-workout treat the next day :)“

“Honestly… the donuts stole the show. The event was great, but Golden Gate Mini Donuts somehow made it next level. Hot, fresh, perfectly bite-sized, and dangerously easy to keep going back for “just one more.” The energy, the smell, the nonstop smiles — it turned the whole vibe from drab to unforgettable. I came for the event, stayed for the donuts, and left thinking about them all the way home. 10/10 would chase these donuts again.“

“The donuts here are out of this world good. Especially the apple fritters, cinnamon buns, and crumb cake donut. And the coffee is really good too. Not too strong and bitter. Just right.

The staff is always friendly and helpful and quick with a smile.

There are tons of other breakfast and lunch offerings from the grill but when they have the best donuts in SF, and quite possibly the world, why try anything else. I have lived in 16 countries on 3 continents, and travelled to dozens more, and the donuts here are by far the best I have ever had.

The place is a hot spot for breakfast and lunch but as the staff is so efficient and helpful you never have to wait long.

I gave the atmosphere a 5 star because if you come to a traditional, old style, American artisan donut emporium and expect something other than basic accoutrements, you’re in the wrong place. The place is not chi-chi or frou-frou, but it is down home, comfortable and clean.“

“The spicy chicken wasn't as spicy as I would have liked - even with the additional hot sauce they provided - but then again, that might just be my high tolerance. The chicken itself was juicy and scrumptious and the garlic noodles had a great consistency to them. I didn't try the donuts, but the apple fritters were a great size and I definitely want to try one the next time I'm in the area. Employees were friendly and inviting, which is key for me as a return customer. And the prices are wonderful - currently 8 dollars for three items! While the selection isn't as wide as other Chinese joints (especially in Chinatown), it's great if you're craving Chinese food and want some some quick and cheap takeout.“

“Reviewing this only for the donuts and ham+cheese pretzel croissant - incredible bakery. The croissant is my favorite in the city (including Arsicault and Tartine - different style though to be fair) because it's rich and flakey yet on the lighter side. Donuts are freshly filled and delicious. I go for the ham+cheese croissant all the time“

“Wanted a bahn mi as breakfast so came here

It's a 1 man show and he will not be hurried

Anything that involves prep will take time, if you have it. Plenty of pastries available though to go with wide variety of beverages.

Support local business owners

Cash is better here“

“The OGs know it’s a mom and pop shop that makes mouth watering delicious loco moco no matter what time of the day and nourishes the neighborhood with quick and quality service and food. Stop by and say hi! Their donuts are light and fluffy as well!“

“All Star is open 24/7, which is a godsend if you're hungry while out late at night (why does the whole city seem to close down after 9pm?). The doughnuts are good, the sandwiches are good, and everything's pretty cheap (at least by SF standards...). I love the cheesesteak.

The evening/night waitstaff are chill. The asian ladies running the place during the day don't speak english very well (and speak /incredibly quietly/) and kinda seem like they don't want to be there. But like... it's a hole in the wall cheap coffee shop. You don't come here for the service.

Note that at some point overnight they shut down the kitchen and leave just one person tending the store until morning. I've gotten a hot sandwich here at 1am no problem, but twice I've tried to get a breakfast sandwich at 6:00am or so and been told that they can't cook me one. I think the morning cook shows up around 6:30am? If you show up earlier than that in the morning, you're gonna be limited to hot drinks and pastries.“

“Everything was perfectly cooked and delicious: NY steak(medium), pancakes, crispy hasbrowns, over easy eggs. I asked for onions and bell peppers on my corned beef hash and it was amazing.

Kid-friendliness: My 4yo enjoyed his pancakes, eggs and bacon.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I stopped by Liliko Boba after visiting a friend who lives nearby. It had been a long, busy day, and I was really craving something refreshing — a mix of coffee, tea, and boba. When I walked in, I was greeted by a kind and welcoming woman. I explained that I was in the mood for something unique, and she said, “I’ll make it special for you.”

She crafted a delicious cinnamon coffee-tea blend for me, and I was so excited that I forgot to mention I wanted boba added. When I realized and told her, she didn’t hesitate at all. Even though the drink was already made, she smiled and said, “No problem,” and added the boba right away.

Her friendly attitude and great customer service truly made my day. The drink itself was amazing — flavorful, balanced, and just what I needed. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Highly recommend this place not only for their drinks but also for the warm, personal experience.“