Fresh Golden Donuts

Fresh Golden Donuts

Reviews Summary

This donut shop is overwhelmingly praised for its fresh, delicious donuts and croissants, with many calling them the best in San Diego. Customers frequently highlight the friendly service and excellent selection, particularly loving the ham and cheese jalapeño croissants. While most reviews are glowing (many 5-star), a few note occasional issues like limited stock, overpricing, or inconsistent quality. The 1-star reviews mention stale items or disappointment with specific offerings like mochi donuts. Overall, it’s a beloved local spot with a strong reputation for quality and service, though minor critiques exist.

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

10601 Tierrasanta Blvd # B

San Diego, California 92124

Hours

Monday 5AM-1PM
Tuesday 5AM-1PM
Wednesday 5AM-1PM
Thursday 5AM-1PM
Friday 5AM-1PM
Saturday 5AM-1PM
Sunday 5AM-1PM

Customer Reviews

It's St. Patty's Day and I have 4 young girls in the house who wanted donuts. I thought it would be special to get them some St. Patty's Day themed donuts and, after 2 different donut places, this place came through! They had the coolest donuts for the holiday and I bought 6 of them. Thanks for making my girls happy!

Amazing place! We walk here every time we visit family in SD. Staff is very friendly and the doughnuts are incredible. Also the ham and cheese croissant with jalapeno is spectacular.

Man these are some tasty donuts. I tried a Boston cream and a fruity pebbles strawberry frosted. As a New Yorker who is used to Dunkin? Donuts these were a step above in quality. Thanks fresh golden donuts!

It's donuts and they're fluffy amazing and reasonably priced wouldn't choose anywhere else

Delicious just as I remembered them being when I was in high school! Going strong for 30 years, love the nostalgia of this place. Definitely try the buttermilk glazed donuts, they will not disappoint!

Best donut I have ever put in my mouth. Hands down! Tried the ube blue yam donut it was so soft and delicious!! Hot fresh coffee was great! Breakfast sandwich on the everything bagel was great! And the half dozen donuts for the road will be finished momentarily. Haha. Highly recommend!! 10/10 Across the board!!

It?s never worth making the drive out here. They are consistently out of items just a couple of hours after opening. Also, don?t get the mochi donuts. They are wayyyyy smaller than the normal sizes and the glazes are tasteless. They are not worth the $3.

Outstanding donuts. Even my wife, who has never enjoyed a donut, loved these when she tried here. Good coffee. Nice breakfast sandwiches and reasonable prices

Awesome Donuts! We always love grabbing a box in the morning. Maple and bacon ones are amazing. They have a wide variety but you have to go early. Definitely recommended!

Always order here.. the ham and cheese croissant is always not good. Today we ordered kolache?s and ham and cheese sandwiches for breakfast.. was asked for it to be warmed up.. she snapped with ?it was made it?s still warm? got to the car and drove off.. took it out and bite the kolache?s and croissant it was COLD! Blehhh

How anyone would wait for the overpriced, overrated coffee shop on the other side of the parking lot over going to this gem is beyond my comprehension. Absolutely amazing coffee and the food is delicious, oh yeah and they have donuts that are amazing.

Donuts taste very good and are fresh off the oven when we buy in the AM. I wish the coffee was acceptable for me to pour and add sugar/cream. Doors are propped open which lets in flies. But I only saw one on my short visit.

The cinnamon roll and ube donut was truly delicious, had to stop myself from buying more or else my waist would grow ??. Definitely recommended, and the prices are really good to!

Delicious and custom donuts! Just gotta ask. The cake donuts are good enough to enjoy without any toppings. I personally love the old fashioned. Also, the yeast donuts are perfectly textured with good chewy-ness.

I love sweets and will travel far to get them.Near Fresh Golden Donuts.Hands down are the best in San Diego. They blow the donut bar, out the water.Donut Bar looks good, but taste like garbage.Ya I said it.

Golden Donut is my favorite spot in town! Just moved back to the area and am so happy to enjoy the deliciousness again. Such friendly faces behind the counter! Superb establishment!

I never have to wait, they always know my order. Best doughnuts and service.

Always a good selection. The cinnamon rolls are amazing!

Great selection of donuts. The croissants are really good! Customer service has been excellent every time I've gone.

I loved this spot. Local donut shop with friendly folks, fresh donuts and prompt no nonsense service. We enjoy going here before school/work and like the bacon maple.

They have kolaches! They call them pigs and a blanket but anyone who?s from the south know they?re impossible to find out here and this is the first place I?ve seen similar to it since moving here!

This place has been there forever and they are consistently fresh and really good. The maple bacon doughnuts are awesome. Coffee is good too.

I?ve tried a few different donut places in SD, this one is my favorite!

This is a classic neighborhood donut shop: all of the favorites you expect, plus a few unique flavors. Enjoyed the blueberry glaze donut a lot.

The donut holes are cheap and plentiful! If you go in the afternoon, they will not have a huge selection. Come by early for the full selection. The donuts are good!

Love it! They?re very friendly and the food is delicious. My favorite thing is the jalape?o, ham and cheese stuffed croissants!

Love this donut shop! I travel to this place just for the ham and cheese jalape?o croissant! Staff is super friendly and always helpful!

Got a strawberry cream Danish on the whim. Would come here again

donuts were alright but service was slow and coffee was old, love next door but going to search for a better place.

The best donuts in Tierrasanta and maybe SD! Nice locally owned place with decent deals.

Best customer service and donuts around town. I love their crossaints, nice and crispy in the morning.

Jalapeno and ham croissant! Great family donut store very decent coffee. And of course great donuts.

French curlers. These are legit the real deal curlers, I would share a picture but the box was open before I made it to the car.

Love eating here! Their doughnuts are yummy. And all the workers are so kind. :)

A little overpriced, but hands down the best donuts in San Diego!!!

...just passing by and decided to give this place a try. Uniquely delicious! Great service! I wish I lived closer!

Great friendly place. Good choices of donuts. Truly fresh donuts.

Tasty donuts, great prices. Friendly staff. Open early

$1 donuts that are pretty decent. In the morning there?s a nice full case to select.

Excellent croissants, get there early, they sellout fast.

Great donuts! The DonutHoles were pretty damn good!

Fat and sugar. I gave 2 and not 1 star for the available parking spots and the speed service (not hard as there was no customer)

Great donuts! Especially, maple bars and other assorted donuts.

I have gone to this place for years. They are THAT good!

Had a muffin around noon, was stale and bland.

Great place, go here every time in San Diego!

Good doughnuts and related pastries. Fast service.

Great donuts and jalapeno croissants.

Fresh donuts, smiles and great customer service.

All the way from Orlando FL and everytime I'm in town stopping at this place is a MUST!

Love their selection and freshness!

Nice quiet little donut shop.

Amazing. All that needs to be said

Good donuts, but rude.

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