50 Best Donuts near National City

“La atencion al cliente muy buena.“

“The brown sugar boba tea was so good. The boba in it had the right consistency. The donuts were fresh and good as well. The ube donut had a very subtle flavor. This place is best for takeout as there is not much seating. Parking was easy to find.“

“Best Apple Fritter in town!! I am an apple fritter connoisseur and I have to say this is the best one i’ve ever had!! It was even later in the day around 4pm and it was still fresh and delicious! I also tried their Maple bar, Coconut donut, and Maple Bacon. Their Coconut was okay, a little dry i’d say. Otherwise great donuts!!“

“Best donuts in San Diego! Glazed donuts are amazing. Very cheap for the quality donuts they have. It's a great mom and pops shop. They have been on business for over 30 years. It's a little gem in National City. Highly recommended. Go early because they only bake once a day. When the donuts are gone, they close shop for the day.“

“Rita works the night shift and she’s absolutely amazing! I caught her right at the end of her shift and she was still so friendly, professional and graceful. She is honestly the best employee I’ve encountered at any of the locations. This specific location is always very clean! The food is always fresh and everything tastes great.“

“Loved it! Went earlier today and I ordered an iced latte and 6 pack of filled malasadas. My coffee was great, far better than other coffee shops I’ve tried in National City, and was made surprisingly quick. The malasadas were warm and fresh, but some of the fillings were a little too artificial to my liking. Service was also great, the young girl at the front definitely gave off that Aloha vibe, and guided me through the menu as I was a little confused at first. Got my malasadas within 15 minutes, would recommend.“

“Clean atmosphere inside the place and friendly customer service as they was not busy inside and many new different food item selections I have never seen before. As it's been a long time since I have been in a Winchell Donut house, as used to be a lot in the Bay Area.“

“The COFFEE!!! Hot Americano was good and strong. I think there is hair on my chest 🥴“

“I used to visit daily with my co-workers almost 20 years ago and stopped by during a visit for the holidays. It's great to see they are still doing well serving good food at great prices!
The wait is longer than it was back then but it is totally worth it.“

“This place is sooo good! You have to try it!“

“Best donuts in San Diego, very nice people.“

“Super nice donut place next to Clairemont Coffee. I grabbed a bagel with cream cheese and avocado before my meeting. It was so delicious!!! I love the heat up the bagel, it’s crunchy outside and soft inside. Also they put a lot of cream cheese and avocado inside. While I was eating there, a lot of people come in to buy donuts in a Thursday afternoon, I bet their donuts are delicious.“

“Always an amazing experience. I love that they offer vegan options that are delicious and unique. It is one of my favorites for donuts! The coffee is quite good too.“

“Hi I recommend this entirely“

“Great product and incredible customer service.“

“Truly the best donuts and baked goods in San Diego. Located in an unassuming strip mall near a laundromat, possibly owned by the same owners.

I find that most donut shops in the city use a similar recipe for their dough, but something about Golden Donut’s recipe for its dough is different - a little bit sour with a peppery taste.

The thing that originally led me to GD was the fact that, oddly, they served iced Vietnamese coffee which I had been looking for in San Diego. However, they don’t have many other beverage choices apart from Thai iced teas.

There are some interesting flavors that have popped up, like a banana turnover and matcha donuts. Would love to see more of these unique items on the menu.

Vegetarian options: Almost everything is vegetarian but the maple bacon donuts

Parking: Parking can be challenging as it shares the parking lot with multiple businesses. Constant traffic in and out. Parking on the street but might have to walk.

Wheelchair accessibility: As far as I can tell, not step to enter the shop and is flat inside“

“Very delicious donuts. Treated myself to a whip cream-filled chocolate eclair. Haven't had that in 20 years because no one made it like my neighborhood donut shop growing up, until now! Excellent prices. $9 less expensive per dozen than another donut shop 3 miles away for the same selection of donuts.“

“me and my bf were randomly craving donuts and we tried going to another place first but they were closed so we went here and they were so good, I don’t even like sweets like that but even at 7:30 in the evening the donuts were so moist and delicious . and the lady was really nice as well . would come back for sure“

“Called ahead on a busy Thursday morning for a mixed dozen box of donuts, $19, and was ready when I picked it up - great service and very efficient, the nice woman at the counter even gave some extra donuts, she must’ve been able to tell we had a busy day at work ahead! Plenty of parking and other breakfast and coffee options as well“

“Best donuts for miles and miles around. Happy I made the drive.“

“Love getting my donuts from this diamond in the rough. I appreciate the freshness of the donuts as well as the quality of service received by the owner. I feel like family every visit. I feel known and appreciated. Highly recommend this donut shop.“

“This staff is the best. They are so friendly. The best doughnuts I have had in awhile. If you are in this area be sure and get some these exquisite masterpieces. #bbUnicorn“

“Everything was fresh and delicious. When we got there, there were a couple of people in front of us. We had to wait for 3 bagle sandwiches, and by the time we left, there was a line of at least 10 customers. Mostly return customers. We'll be back!“

“A MUST when you are in San Diego! The doughnuts are thick but not heavy. So tasty!!!“

“I've only ever been here under the new owner and it has always been delicious. Friendly counter staff, quick service, perfect donuts. The maple buttermilk bar is my favorite donut ever, but everything I've tried has been delicious. Cinnamon roll is my husband's favorite. Very happy they won readers choice 2024 best donut shop! Very proud of our local business!“

“I work overnights, at a clinic. There's something comforting about a 24-hour donut shop down the street. And this one has good donuts round the clock, good lunch food, and a friendly attendant behind the counter. I'm so glad Yum Yum is there for us.“

“A tiny little donut shop on Aero drive.
I have wanted to stop after my VA appointment and get my standard for judging donut shops, an apple fritter and finally today I did.
WELL WORTH THE WAIT
The shop is clean and the selection.looks really good.
Got my go to standard and was not disappointed. The woman behind the counter was very nice too!
I guarantee, this will be a regular stop for me from now on!“

“Just a hole in the wall donut shop offering traditional tasty donuts. I have to say with everyone describing the dough as fluffy.... they are spot on. There's something about it that's so soft and almost has the melt in your mouth feeling.
We ordered an old fashioned glazed and chocolate, as well as a chocolate twist. The gentleman that helped us was so nice and helpful. He gave us 2 donut holes for each of pur orders. It may not seem like much but this is a nice gesture for any guest.

My husband ordered the iced mocha coffee, he said it was ok. I ordered a hot coffee with cream. I have to say that the coffee was bold and good. I didn't expect that.

Definitely will be back for the good donuts and good prices!

Price $16 & some change for
Small coffee
Large iced coffee
5 donuts“

“My daughters and I arrived shortly after the store closed on a Sunday evening and the owner of the shop saw us and opened the door for us. Although his donut inventory was already gone, he had donuts boxed up and offered single donuts for me and my girls. He was so kind. The donuts were delicious and the customer service unparalleled. We will definitely be returning to purchase a dozen donuts from this establishment. This is what customer service is all about. Genuine kindness and a passion for what they do. Thank you so much for making our night!“

“Best donuts around!!! Soft, and moist. The frozen drinks are super tasty and come with a donut on top of it. When u buy a dozen donuts they literally give every donut. Plus it's cheap and good. Only place I go for iced coffee and donut. Donuts are made fresh in the back. I wish more people knew about this place.“

“Love this place we use to live right down the road but now we live in Arizona. We go there everytime we are in Cali. The food is always great, no matter what you get. And staff is always friendly. :)“

“Wonderful iced coffee drinks and delicious baked goods. Their carrot cake bites are delicious! Very friendly staff as well.“

“My kids came here asking to change their dollar for quarters. My kids raved about how sweet and kind the people running the place were. In a world of negativity, such kindness should not go unnoticed. Thank you so much! Also the donuts they ended up getting afterwards were delicious. A+++ all around!!!“

“yes, yes my good sir 🧐. You literaly deserve these 5 golden stars like yall are underrated. IM LITERALY A FOOD CRIDICT. (I eat 2109 calories a day) I literally LOVE you, your donuts are cheap and I bought a dozen for my interview with a VERY important person. The leader of office admissions to a top 10 junior boarding schools. Literally tysm bro I want to glaze you like you did on my donuts.🤑🤫🥰“

“It was my first time here, and it did not disappoint. If you're looking for mini delicious donuts (the flavors are amazing) and come in a brown bag like 90s lunch?. The burritos are no slouch either. It was thicker than uncut salami, and the flavor was on point. Burritos ? & Donuts ? who would have thunk it... Dinky did!!!!!!!“

“I am writing to express my appreciation for the exceptional quality of your products and the outstanding level of service I received during my recent visit. Your bombolines are truly among the best I have ever tasted, and the pan de vida was both delicious and satisfying.
Furthermore, I would like to commend the new owner for their attentiveness and dedication to customer service. Their approach made a remarkable impact and exemplified a commitment to quality that is often hard to find.
Thank you once again for a wonderful experience. I look forward to my next visit.“

“Excellent Donuts. First time visiting today, and the Donuts tasted fresh, the bars were perfectly soft on the inside, slightly crispy on the out, and the chocolate and maple icing was delicious - not overly sweet but bursting with flavor. Old fashioned was amazing as well.There has not been a lot of Donut places which deliver so well: and I've tried plenty from Chula Vista all up to Rancho Bernardo - little hole in the walls to gourmet "fancy" places. Through it all I've been locked to my ol' regular place for a while. Happy to find another place I can become a new regular at.“

“No better way to celebrate a birthday than a custom birthday "cake." 60 mini donuts arranged in a "3" for our donut-loving boy's special day. These are fresh, delicious, not too sweet and the perfect size for preschoolers (or adults who want "just a bite"). Ordered online Sunday afternoon for Monday morning pick-up and the whole process was seamless. Birthdays for our family will never be the same.“

“Everyone at this shop was really nice and kind. I felt like I had been going here for years, and it was my 1st visit. The service was amazing, and so were the Donut ? I highly recommend this stop ☺️

Parking: Parking was good

Kid-friendliness: The staff was just Amazing friendly and kind.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“The only fresh donut in town! I had to go to sixteen donut shops in SD before I could find a fresh glazed donut. Miss Donuts delivered! Spongy, flavorful, and sweet, these donuts melt in your mouth. They are not like the dry, hard ones found everywhere else. I have done the research for you, the superior donuts are Miss Donuts donuts. Don't bother to go anywhere else, hands down, these are the best.“

“Fantastic local donut shop with lots of options. Over the week of being in SD we went there almost every morning. The tables are a little hard to sit at because the seats are attached to the table, but it works. As a family, we tried a large selection over the week and liked them all. The crullers were my favorite. Very light and creamy. The yeast donuts have a nice crisp outside with a soft inside. Very satisfying bites here. Note: there are at least 4 pink (strawberry) donuts for those who love them. Cash only.“

“Got a few donuts and a apple fritter... oh my goodness everything was absolutely amazing!!! The fritter was large and heavy and flavorful and the other chocolate donuts was perfectly cooked and the flavor was perfect and everything was priced well most definitely go here when your craving something sweet or want donuts and a coffee

Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly

Wheelchair accessibility: Very wheelchair friendly“

“Went in at 10:30pm, 30 mins before closing and yet was provided with great customer service. The man at the counter was patiently waiting for us to decide since we were so undecided of what we wanted to try. He even suggested some doughnuts for us. The donuts themselves were delicious and soft. Overall, great experience.“

“The best donuts, buns filled with apple strawberry cream, natural smoothies and a delicious coffee, either Americano or cappuccino.

Parking: Very spacious

Kid-friendliness: Yeah

Wheelchair accessibility: Yeah“

“Came here once early in the morning to grab donuts for a mini gathering on my wedding day. (May 3,24... late post) I finally came across this and wanted to leave a review. First, the service was great, they are very nice and patient. The worst thing you can do is walk into a place such as a donut shop and not have good service. When we got home, we all went to town on the donuts, I'm sure I had 3. They were so good! I just felt this review was well deserved.

You also can't miss the pink and white building!“

“I like this little doughnut shop..............doughnut here are pretty good...............they have a dining area if you want to eat there.............I usually do............the couple who run it are super nice............only drawback for some is that they are a cash only business..............but their prices are a bit lower than other places in the area............I usually stop by at least twice a week“

“I’ve been to this location on several occasions. The service is always quick and to the point. The donuts are good but my favorite is the Apple Fritter. They also have plenty of breakfast sandwiches. The coffee is so, so. The prices are ok for the area. If you don’t bring CASH you will be charged a .45 cents for your transaction. I recommend this place if you want something different then what’s offered around the area. Thank You“

“By far the best donuts you will ever eat. Fresh, cooked perfectly and run by a local family. I suggest trying the maple bacon if you love bacon, sweet and salty.

Kid-friendliness: Kids will love the different types of donuts.“

“I had the Mexican Mocha Espresso as a Frappuccino....oh my gosh it was so tasty. San Diego winter warm enough for a cold coffee. I'm feeling so spoiled and lucky. ❤🤍💙“

“I was a customer Moses was the one that took my order great guy very professional. My experience there was nothing but the best. I highly recommend going to this yum yum donuts. From the experience Moses gave me I won't be going to any other yum yums but this one.“