Donuts & Things

Donuts & Things

Reviews Summary

This donut shop is consistently praised for its delicious, fresh, and high-quality donuts, with standout favorites like apple fritters, glazed, and old-fashioned varieties. Customers love the friendly, welcoming staff and excellent customer service. Many highlight the shop's traditional, family-run charm and affordable prices. Some note limited payment options (cash preferred or card fees) and recommend arriving early for the best selection, as popular items sell out quickly. A few mention minor drawbacks like occasional stock issues or weak coffee, but overall, it's considered a top-tier local favorite with loyal, long-time patrons.

About This Listing

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.*

Contact Information

Address

13534 Poway Rd

Poway, California 92064

Hours

Monday 5AM-3PM
Tuesday 5AM-3PM
Wednesday 5AM-3PM
Thursday 5AM-3PM
Friday 5AM-3PM
Saturday 5AM-2PM
Sunday 5:30AM-1PM

Customer Reviews

Best donuts ever! Traditional donuts the way I had them as a child. Which was decades ago. Hard to find them this way anymore. I love the chocolate bar with the chocolate chips in the middle. No one makes this one and I have been to A LOT of donut shops.

Cute little shop with the sweetest people. Donuts are good and cheap. Cinnamon rolls are my weakness and these are pretty decent and HUGE.

I raised my 5 boys going to this little donut shop. Yummy goodies, sweetest staff ever and they have provided this mom with 20 years worth of caffeine need!!

It is a very good doughnut shop. The bear claws are what I love most as they are filled with apple filling. Very delicious. A cash only place but worth it.

I went about 10am. I was surprised they were already out of all crumb items except the crumb cake. I expect low stock close to closing time (3pm) but not so early. Anyway. I'll go again another time because the quality of their raised donuts is excellent.

Great customer service! Ham and cheese are super good! Def would recommend!

I personally really love their donuts and they beat every big shop you see. They are extremely cheap, especially for how delicious they are. 5 stars all around!!!

These donuts are fresh and delicious! Very friendly staff! Great prices!

I love this donut shop! This is an old-school, traditional, family-run shop. A huge variety of all the old favorites - always fresh. I love that they have plain, unglazed cake donuts - next to impossible to find anymore. In fact all their cake donuts are good. Their plain glazed are light as a feather. Staff couldn?t be nicer. Saw a few reviews that they don?t take cards - they do, but they charge a couple percent fee, which is not a big deal. I?d rather see a small Mom/Pop shop like this survive than qu

Be prepared ro pay 60 cents card fee to buy a $2 donut.

Love this place! Everyone is super friendly and their glazed donuts are the best ones I?ve tried in the area! I try not to come here often, but they don?t make it easy ????

Best donuts around. I lived in poway most of my life. Now i live in Ramona and i still only go to this donut shop ??. I do not bother going anywhere else. I always tip them good to make sure my local donut shop stays open.

I think they offer great donuts and a great selection! For decades, I'd eat a donut and get heartburn. When I tried these, I never suffered from heartburn, and there's no greasy aftertaste. I only wish they were located closer to my home.

Donuts & Things is as good as it gets for donuts and fritters!! Fresh and delicious donuts, lots of variety, and affordable prices... can't really get better than that! The staff is also very friendly and gets a long line out the door quickly!

Awesome friendly staff

The couple that owns/runs this place are the kindest and most polite there are. I have never had donuts that were as fresh as these. Best donut shop I?ve ever found.

I greet Tom And Tina with the standard Cambodian "Good morning ". Cream filled raspberry filled, Chocolate icing donut with a cup of fresh coffee the best. Please support them in their American venture of mom and pop shops and making ends meet.

One of the better donut shops in Poway. The donuts are fresh and very good. The only problem is that sometimes they run out of donuts in the late afternoon. So call them before heading over late in the day to avoid disappointment.

Good donuts, but I miss the baker's dozen or getting a little extra donuts for free. The buttermilk donuts also definitely got smaller.

Great donuts. Had a huge apple fritter for $2.50. incredibly light and tastes delicious

This is as good as it gets for donuts and coffee. Their coffee is rich and balanced. And donuts are equally rich and yummy!! ?? I forgot my wallet and they were cool with wireless pay.

Surprisingly good donuts tucked away next to grocery shop. It has become my go-to shop for good donut for affordable price.

I really needed something sweet. The young man thats in there met me with a big smile n was very polite. The doughnuts were all so tempting.. i only wanted the plain but i walked out with an assortment. The dghnuts are verygood. Especially the choc covered cream filled. Yummmmm.

i hope they never close! they are sweet kind people and i went here almost every morning before i graduated high school. ????

Nice local donut shop. Arrive early for the best selection.

Donuts holes were bomb af. The ham and cheese croissant was subpar. Bread and cheese were awesome but there was a huge rolled up chunk of sliced ham shoved in the middle that needed to be rethought. Threw away all the ham but ate the rest. Would go back for the donut holes though

These donuts top Krispy Kreme by a 1000%. There way softer than any other donut I've had and they have great customer service.

super yummy! great donuts, sandwich came on HUGE croissant, and the blended iced coffee is delectable. great experience!!!

I absolutely LOVE this place! Friendly staff, mouth watering donuts, fresh and lots of options.

I don't eat many donuts but when I do, this place is my first choice. The old fashioned donuts are my favorites.

Great donuts and super friendly staff! Love getting donuts here for my family.

They have apparently changed ownership. Their donuts use to be very good, but the quality has gone downhill the last couple of months.

Best Apple Fritter you will ever eat! Light and crispy and you can taste the apples. Amazing!

Excellent donuts! Very reasonable and they come in the old school pink donut boxes.

Excellent service, great tasting donuts, very good selection... But get there early.

Small shop with very friendly staff and great prices. Sell out fast because they're good!

Maple glazed bars are unbelievably good.

Great little mom-and-pop donut shop. Pop in get my donut and coffee and pop out. Great spot

Local donut shop makes the best ??

Really nice people, great coffee and great price. Cash only.

The best donut shop in Poway. Give them a try and I'm sure you will agree!

Great donuts coffee is a little watered down but fine. I go every day.

This is by far my favorite local donut place. Probably my favorite anywhere.

promt service and excellent tasting donuts

Office friends were pleased with this National Doughnut Day selection.

Love their donuts ?? ??

Good pastries. Good service. Parking lot available.

Fresh, soft donuts. Great service

Great flavor ( Apple fitter)

Love it:) Great? coffee drinks!!

Good selection of delicious donuts.

Great donuts, terrible coffee

Yummy apple fritters

Get the apple fritter

(Translated by Google) The French cruller was really delicious, but the donuts don't have names written on them, so it's difficult for foreigners visiting for the first time to order. And please note that it is cash only. But it was delicious. (Original) ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

(Translated by Google) It is the best bread I have tried in the places I have visited in California, delicious!!! (Original) Es el mejor pan que he probado en los lugares que he visitado de California, delicioso!!!

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I want to send donuts as a gift. Can I do that here?

Sorry, but we don't support this yet! But we are considering adding this option!

What are “limited-time” or seasonal flavors?

These are exclusive donuts offered for holidays or specific times of year—like pumpkin spice in the fall or strawberry shortcake in summer. Check back often—they go fast!

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