Copper Top Coffee & Donuts

Copper Top Coffee & Donuts

Reviews Summary

Copper Top Coffee & Donuts receives overwhelmingly positive reviews for its fresh, high-quality donuts with unique flavors, excellent coffee (especially lattes), and friendly service. Many praise the made-to-order approach, though a few find the donuts smaller or spongier than expected. The welcoming atmosphere, owner's hospitality, and breakfast sandwiches also earn frequent mentions. While most customers rave about the light, fluffy texture and creative toppings, a small minority prefer traditional donuts. The spot is widely regarded as a hidden gem with consistently great experiences, making it a must-visit in San Diego for donut lovers.

About This Listing

Has Hearty / Salty
Has Luxurious
Has Specialties
Has Coffee Flavors
Artisan Made
Family Owned Business

Who Can Visit?

Most donut shops welcome all ages—perfect for families and kids
Some locations offer sit-down areas, while others are grab-and-go
No prior ordering knowledge needed—staff can help you choose flavors
Casual dress is welcome—some shops may have outdoor seating
Allergy-friendly options may be available (ask in advance)
Group orders and celebrations welcome—pre-orders may be required

*Note: Seating, menu, and accessibility may vary by shop. Contact your local spot for details.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time guests can simply walk in and browse the display or menu. Staff are happy to offer recommendations and explain specialty flavors. Some shops even offer sample bites or combo deals for newcomers.

Common Considerations:

Allergens Some donuts may contain nuts, dairy, or gluten—always ask if unsure
Availability Popular flavors can sell out early, especially on weekends

*Note: Menus and specials may vary. Ask staff or check online for daily options.*

What to Bring

Cash or card—most donut shops accept both, but some are cashless
Phone or camera—perfect for snapping and sharing your sweet finds
Appetite! Fresh donuts are best enjoyed warm and on the spot

*Note: Payment methods and policies vary by location. Check signage or ask staff.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check store hours and peak times—early visits offer the best selection
Call ahead for large orders or special boxes
Bring friends or coworkers—sharing a dozen is half the fun
Dress casually—many shops are walk-up counters or offer outdoor seating
Leave pets at home unless it’s a pet-friendly location
Check for limited-time flavors, holidays specials, or preorder events
Set a treat budget if you’re shopping with kids
Bring a reusable bag or box if buying in bulk

*Note: Each shop may offer different experiences—check social media for updates.*

How to Get Started

Most shops accept walk-ins! For custom orders, pre-ordering is best. Ask about gift boxes or subscription options.

Other Helpful Info

Visits usually take 10–30 minutes, unless you're sitting down to enjoy
Weekends can be busier—plan ahead for quicker service
Seasonal or limited-edition donuts often rotate monthly
Some locations offer donut decorating kits or workshops
Gift cards, boxes, and party platters are often available

*Note: Features, pricing, and offerings vary by donut shop. Always check ahead.*

Features

Has Hearty / Salty
Has Luxurious
Has Specialties
Has Coffee Flavors
Artisan Made
Family Owned Business

Contact Information

Address

4636 Mission Blvd

San Diego, California 92109

Hours

Monday 7AM-12PM
Tuesday 7AM-12PM
Wednesday 7AM-12PM
Thursday 7AM-12PM
Friday 7AM-12PM
Saturday 7AM-3PM
Sunday 7AM-3PM

Customer Reviews

Pretty good. Service was the real star here. Coffee is good and priced right. I'm a big fan of donuts that don't follow the standard recipe. These had a little bit of a focaccia texture. Nice to try to something new. The ube donut is better than the copper top donut in my opinion. The sandwich is burger size and filling. Cheese to egg ratio is right for me. Arugula is a nice touch. It's easy to get carried away with spending so go in with a budget ??

The most flavorful, creative and softest donuts live here. The bacon and french toast donut were my personal favorites. The atmosphere was wonderful and the service was great!! 10/10 would recommend.

We LOVED the French toast and copper top donuts. Their drip coffee is good, and they made a nice vanilla iced latte. Such kind staff, too! Can?t wait to head back in.

I wanted to eat here to grab some donuts. Taking away two stars because hours are reduced and the shop closes at 12 noon instead of 3pm. Please bring back the old hours!

My son and I stopped here today looking for a few great donuts. Copper Top just didn?t do it for us. The ?made to order? approach means you can?t see the donuts ahead of time and you have to wait several minutes for your order. And when they arrived we both thought the donut batter was rather flavorless and strangely spongy. Many people apparently like it, but we just felt this place was trying too hard to reinvent something (donuts) that don?t really need it. If you?re looking for a traditional, solid

This spot was so personable! Everyone who works there are so happy and friendly. The donuts are AMAZING and the coffee is now one of my favorites. Highly recommended the ?fluffernutter? ??

This place is a true find! Who doesn?t love freshly made donuts with homemade toppings?!?! The vibe is great, and the donuts, made with minimal ingredients, are delicious. Their variety of flavors is a lot of fun. If that wasn?t already enough to get you here, the people who work here are extremely welcoming and provide top-notch customer service.

10,000 x better than any donut I've ever had. Life altering. Only cooked moments before they are served and the most fresh and delicious ingredients. Coffee astonishingly good! Folks here so fun and friendly! Counting minutes til I come back tomorrow!! -updating after many more visits, always so delicious especially when freshly born, piping hot! Coffee awesome! Worth the wait!

We ordered the French Toast and Celebration donut. Both were very tasty and well sized. Coffee was also delicious.

Great fresh and unique flavored donuts ! A repeat customer told us there is no flavor you can go wrong with and i believe it. I recommend trying this place. I thought it was some of the best donuts i have had ! my boyfriend thought it was a little too cakey and not crisp enough. However, i think the difference of opinion comes down to preference. we both agreed these r damn good donuts and you will have a hard time not eating all of your order once you start.

Came in for a doughnut hankering and got the delicious Breakfast Sandwich instead! Ha! Came back the next day(Tuesday) for the actual doughnuts AND THEY WERE CLOSED! :( We came in on our final vacation day and told them we came yesterday and didn?t know they were closed! THEY GAVE US A FREE DOUGHNUT ?? ?? it was so sweet, coffee is amazing as well! Got two doughnuts to go too! Shout out to the owner and helper! You ROCK!

Nice donut shop. We got a hot Americano, iced Mexican mocha, Acai bowl, and donuts. Everything was great!

Stopped by Copper Top Coffee and Donuts this morning and was seriously impressed. The donuts were fresh, fluffy, and perfectly sweet without being overwhelming. They have a great variety and everything tasted homemade with real care. The staff was super friendly and the shop had a cozy, welcoming vibe. Definitely a new go-to spot for a quick treat or a weekend coffee run. Highly recommend!

I did not try their donuts. But my son did and insisted on a 5-star rating. He is 7 and had cereal on the donut, so he would know. My daughters donut was French toast and she wanted to give them 10-stars, but this rating limited us. My wife drank the coffee I ordered and she was also impressed. When I finally got to try the coffee, it was indeed delicious. Highly recommend.

Great little doughnut/coffee shop. Offering fresh to order doughnuts the best doughnuts. With a wide verity of nice vibes, hip music friendly service and good food. Unique, fun and amazing food definitely woeful the trip for any San Diego foodie.

Super cute donut and coffee shop in sd! They also have a yummy breakfast sandwich. Super nice staff, highly recommend!

Fresh to order donuts and all the frostings are made in house ! I am obsessed ! My favorite donut is the Elvis (peanut butter, raspberry jam, bacon & banana) I also love their coffee, specifically the salted caramel latte cause they make that in house too !

Some of the best donuts in SD. Fresh made to order was a unique twist, and their coffee drinks are top tier.

When they say the donuts are made to order they mean it! There?s almost nothing better than fresh, hot, delicious donut on a breezy San Diego day. Donut perfection status achieved, plus excellent service and a super cute and clean atmosphere. Coffee is solid too.

Great donuts - super light and fluffy. And friendly service. We also got an a?a? bowl and it was so fresh.

First time here and ordered two donuts and an americano. I like that the donuts are made to order and come out warm. Nice touch. You can customize a donut as well. I typically eat classic donuts, little to no frosting or add-ons. Copper doesn?t sell these type, like plain cake or powdered sugar classic options. Coffee was good, service friendly and near the ocean alway a plus.

We got the coppertop donut and the espresso was very clear. I?ve never had a donut like this before, but it was very delicious and warm since it?s made to order. Definitely would pair well with a coffee. Worth a try!

I want to start by saying the shop is cute and the service was awesome. Everyone was kind and very helpful. The coffee was decent but the donuts were kind of underwhelming. It's all the same donut base just piped with a few frostings and sprinkled with toppings. For the price I would not return.

Amazing donut! The man who works there and seems to own the place has found his calling. I got the French Toast donut. It was delicious, made-to-order! And they're not unnecessarily large, like some artisan donuts. Perfect size, perfect flavor.

I?ve been here several times in the last year for the coffee and donuts. Good atmosphere; kind employees; unique tasty and affordable fresh donuts; and I was surprised to find that the house coffee is some of the best black coffee along the strip at the beach here in PB. Never too busy, so the few comfortable spots inside make a great place to sit and enjoy your morning coffee or get a little work done. Only complaint is they close too early :)

Absolutely the best donut in SD!! Not too sweet and so many good flavors ??

Amazingly yummy donuts! They literally make them to order. The coffee was really good and the girls working there were pleasant and efficient

I wish we would have tried Copper Top on our first day here of vacation because if we had we would have been going here every morning for coffee and donuts! Our White Chocolate Macadamia Lattes were great, with the perfect flavor, not too sweet, not too bitter. And our donuts(Everything Nice and Celebration) were to die for! Highly recommend if you?re looking for a yummy donut, great coffee and friendly, quick service!

I had the blissberry match and it was very tasty. The staff was very nice and helpful with my request of less sugar in my drink. Definitely would come back<3

Love that the donuts are put together as you order so toppings are fresh. They aren?t too big so it?s just the right amount in the morning. The ladies working are super friendly and a dog friendly atmosphere. Thanks :)

First time here at Copper top and I will definitely come back! Here with my bf he got the Everything Nice Donut and I got the Ube one. Very delicious and now doing a review to get one for free

This is the best donut I have had in a long time! The dough is great, the toppings are creative, the coffee is great. The vibe of this little place is cool and the staff are friendly.

The place gives wonderful energy!! The donuts are all neat and original and I love the small cozy atmosphere, like a fireside cottage.

Copper Top is PB?s hidden gem! The donuts and the service are out of this world. Josh, the owner, is always so friendly and delightful. I can confidently say that these are the best donuts I?ve ever had. I?ve visited CT many times and am always impressed.

The donuts are so fresh and made to order. The staff is super friendly! I will definitely be coming back ??

You know a spot is the real deal when your dog gets a welcome as warm as you do. Copper Top feels like a mythical beachside caf? dream?laid-back vibes, killer coffee, and the kind of freshly made donuts that make you rethink your life choices (in the best way). It?s the kind of place you stumble upon and never want to leave.

Stumbled into this donut shop looking for a quick coffee and was pleasantly surprised by their fresh donuts. We tried the copper top and it was great. Will def be back to try the rest of their extensive ?? menu.

It was so yummy donut in my life!! I really enjoyed it??

Stopped here for a mocha latte and got a donut too. Absolutely great staff and wonderful donuts and coffee.

We could not wait to bite into them so this is the only pic we took. The donuts are absolutely delicious. They taste like warm fresh funnel cake with yummy, delicious treats on top. Will most definitely be coming back.

Very peaceful, chill little spot. Ordered 2 donuts and a small coffee. Donuts were fresh and delicious!! I didnt know we had a fresh time order donut shop so close to where I live. Wish I knew sooner so I could have come more often but I move next week. Definitly will stop by when I come by to visit Dago.

This is the best coffee I?ve had in Pacific Beach! I had the salted caramel iced latte and enjoyed every moment of it. The staff was super kind and helpful. Also, I haven?t had a chance to try their donuts yet, but they?re made to order! I?ll be back soon!

Amazing donuts! The date night one is the best!

Walked in around noon, quiet but very pleasant staff and very helpful as well. Coffee and cappuccino were great, the sugar and spice donut was nice and warm, what else can you ask for? Great

Amazing customer service!!! No big deal to me about forgetting my coffee mistakes happen all the time. But the cashier cared so much about it! Amazing coffee, unique fresh doughnuts, and really good sandwich! Will come again.

Hands down the absolute worst donut I have had in my life. And while the toppings were terrible, the biggest problem was the donut itself. It was closer to an overly dense loaf of bread shaped to a ring than a proper donut. If I were to be at an event and they had these donuts on the table, I would grab any other options.

Yummy donuts, freshly made after you order! And also loves the iced coffee I ordered - Mexican Mocha

So much gratitude for the incredible experience we had at Copper Top Coffee and Donuts! Thanks to the outstanding service provided by Josh, the owner. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. Josh went above and beyond to ensure our visit was unforgettable, treating us to freshly made donuts which really enhanced our San Diego experience! I must say, the bagel with egg, cheese, and bacon was not only delicious but also surprisingly nutritious?a perfect blend of flavor and

Seriously, if you are lucky enough to go here. Try their donuts!! Omg so good! Fresh and delicious! Also, had their Chagaccino (I hope I'm spelling it right). I don't normally drink coffee but saw this and had to try it. It's essentially Coffee with an invigorating mushroom blend. It is definitely worth trying. Donuts tried include: Copper Top (of course), Campfire, Everything Nice, Elvis (subbed bacon for Walnuts), and 1 more (the name escapes me). Staff was helpful, donuts and drinks were ready quick. Ove

Always always always so happy with the service, coffee, and donuts at this place! And get to take a short walk to the beach and enjoy the view? Any time I have friends visiting San Diego- always recommend this place! Thank you for making the weekends a little sweeter!

One of my favorite cute and simple establishments in San Diego!! The best donuts ever and great service. Atmosphere is like a hug that?s just as warm as their donuts. Cozy vibe, cozy food in the cozy pacific beach neighborhood love love loveee this place

Loved the idea , the menu , the staff and the coffee. Such a great place ! The only criticism I could muster would be that the fresh dough is a little more spongy than I would prefer but we still ate every bite !

This place has the BEST donuts around. Everything is fresh and delicious. The owner is always very nice and is a great place to have in PB.

Cute, cozy, and great atmosphere. We loved trying this place the donuts are fresh and so amazing the coffee was yum as well !

Warm, fresh, made-to-order yummy cake donuts that rival in flavor to expensive gourmet donuts. Had an iced white chocolate macadamia nut coconut milk latte and it was delicious. Relaxing outdoor garden seating area. Warm & friendly customer service. Definitely coming back.

The best people with the best donuts (+ breakfast sandwiches/lattes)! Good feelings all around. Highly recommend!

I did not get a coffee so I cannot comment on the coffee. Their donuts are not what I thought they would be like. I thought the donut would be a lot larger for the price per donut but they are real small and I was expecting them to be a little better decorated. They do not have them on display so could not see them before ordering.

Good service, good coffee, and the Copper top was well balanced with flavor and not too sweet.

Wonderful experience. Went in and they allowed my 3 year old to watch donut process and sprinkle the donut. Food is priced fairly and is very good. Highly recommend.

I loved Copper Top in Hillcrest and was so excited when they opened in Pacific Beach. They have the freshest and best donuts! Great for a treat and as gifts for friends ??

Delicious sandwich and good sized coffee ! Vibes are so chill and fun

The bacon donut changed my life. Iced Carmel latte was also incredible and fairly priced. Could not recommend this spot more!

This place has seriously changed my donut standards!! the best, lightest fluffiest HOT donuts!!! seriously to die for! so sad we?re only here for a short time because i would love to support this business every day of my life!! i hope to see this business around forever.

Fun, yummy, made to order donuts. Elvis w/out bacon, and chocolate w/ peanuts.

Best donuts around town, and fun menu items. Good coffee and matcha too, thanks Josh!

Friendly staff, cute place. Will be a nice place to hang out when things get back to normal. They have parking which is amazing and the donuts are insanity. Freshly made to order and then topped with whichever of their fun and high quality concoctions you choose.... and they dole them out pretty fast too!!!

Donuts were amazing! Can't beat a fresh, made to order donut. Chai was amazing! Josh is great! Inside is nice, clean, bright, esthetically pleasing. Loved it all! Highly recommend

The food was fantastic, and the cashier (I didnt get his name) was very kind and generous! I stumbled upon this place on my morning walk and was very pleasantly surprised. Will go here again

Great lattes, amazing donuts, good bagel breakfast sammie! Friendly, service oriented. We went twice the first day and again the next morning! :)

Super nice customer service and yummy coffee and donuts!!! ?? will be back

These donuts are amazing!!! Made fresh to order by super friendly staff! The options are amazing and there is definitely something for everyone!

Vibes are alive! This place Is awesome good coffee, great staff, and the donuts are made fresh and so good! Highly recommend you come by enjoy the AC and tasty treats!

I was excited to try this spot because of it's good reviews and I jeard the donuts were made to order! Unfortunately I was very underwhelmed by the donuts, they were clearly not made to order, very dry and the toppings seem cheap and it just didn't make sense.

Donuts were delicious, owner was super friendly. Coffee was good too - and very nicely priced. Glad we stopped by here on our last morning in San Diego!

Out of town from Alabama. These are quite literally the best donuts I've ever had in my life. I've had a lot of donuts. From Voodoo donuts to Sublime in Atlanta, to New York to Texas and around the world. These top them all and it isn't even close. Made FRESH! right there when you order! Coffee is fantastic too and the owner is a nice fella, but man those donuts are gooder n snuff.

Awesome place! Best doughnuts in PB! We took our two year old who absolutely loved it! Great place to bring a frenchie too.

Copper Top has really fun fresh-made donuts that are warm and delicious. The coffee is also very nice and well crafted. This business has love poured into it and you can taste it!

The coffee, donuts and breakfast sandwiches are all amazing but what really does it for me is the service. The baristas are so friendly and welcoming, highly recommend:)!

copper top donuts are soooooo good! the signature copper top donut is to die for. the espresso caramel and the espresso dust are the perfect touch to a freshly baked, soft, cake donut. the tortoise is also really great with the walnuts. their salted caramel latte is also superb! and added bonus.. drive thru! donut pass go! :)

It was not too much sweet, so yummy ??

Very delicious!! And such a cozy place! Love it <3

Great atmosphere and the staff is super chill and helpful. My mocha was fantastic and my 7yo is legit hooked on the sugar & spice donuts now.

Nice coffee shop with top of the line coffee that they roast themselves off location. They have some incredible gourmet donuts, a breakfast sandwich, and an a?a? bowl. Something for everyone. Awesome spot in a great location.

These donuts are amazing ?? Not greasy at all and packed with tons of flavor. Even though they only have a few donuts on their menu, all of them are delicious. My favorite is the bearclaw ?? Give copper top a try, you won't be dissapointed

Celebration donut was so good I think I finished it in < 10?seconds

Nicely organized, window and drive thru. Fresh donuts with creative designs. Americano coffee with a bit strong but that's noting against them. You just need to know it for next time. The menu is unique.

So awesome! They literally make each donut fresh in front of you! Staff is as cool as the donuts they make!

The Copper Top Coffee & Donuts was a great way to start our first full day in San Diego, CA! The staff was so polite and friendly! They made sure we had our coffee and food customized to our tastes. The breakfast sandwich (everything bagel, eggs, bacon) was hot and very protein filled! The everything nice donut (bananas, granola and chocolate) was delicious! Then to top it off the staff had an extra donut (the celebration) and offered it to us. Happy anniversary to us!! Definitely a must-see on Mission Str

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