Golden Donut Place

Golden Donut Place

Reviews Summary

The consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with most reviews praising the donuts' quality, freshness, and fluffiness, particularly the apple fritters and cinnamon rolls. Many highlight the friendly, helpful staff and nostalgic appeal. However, some criticize the cash-only policy, mediocre coffee, and occasional dry or limited selections. A few mention rude service or inconsistent quality, but these are outliers. The shop is a local favorite, known for its fresh, delicious donuts and warm atmosphere, though the decor is basic and prices slightly higher than average.

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

504 Foothill Blvd

La Cañada Flintridge, California 91011

Hours

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

Customer Reviews

I stop here almost every morning for a Boston creme filled donut. The people are wonderful and I appreciate them so much. They really show their appreciation to their customers as well. Not your typical donut shop. They would even open early on Fridays to accommodate some of us who start earlier on Friday. Who does that? The people at the golden donut do. I highly recommend this business to everyone. May God continue to bless them as they have blessed me.

So happy to see a local institution still making the same delicious donuts and baked goods as they did in my childhood. Cash only, be sure to grab some extra donut holes and coffee!

Love this place. Donuts. Nothing fancy. But they are made in the store and baked fresh. Great people. Croissants and jalape?o ham and cheese are my favorites. Bagels. Breakfast sandwiches. Diner coffee.

Ordered 8 dozen donuts to bring to school and they had to be COVID-safe (aka individually packaged). They had them ready to go, all individually wrapped with napkins in every package, before 7a. I spoke with the nicest gentleman who was so helpful and kind with the order. Pricing was very reasonable! It was also my first time writing a check in a long time ????

When in to get a bear claw donut. And they only make crumb bear claw donuts. They were very rude to me and they said we do things differently that's how we make our donuts. I was just trying to tell him he should have a little bit more variety. Donuts were good Bad customer service.

Best donuts in town, I?ve been coming here since I was a little kid and the same family owns and operates it. Not as many varieties of coffee as you?ll find at some of the other mom and pop donut shops, but still solid. Nice people.

My first experience was lackluster. Both donuts I had were dry, at 10 am on a Sunday. One of the donuts my g.f. had, a cruller, she gagged on and spit it up. Which further ruined my already sub par eating experience. The pricing is also slightly more than most donut stores. The employees aren't particularly nice either. Unlike most reviewers on here recount.

The donuts were soooooooooo good! They are so fluffy! I had the ham and cheese roll and it was really good. The staff is so helpful and friendly!

Delicious, light, and fresh. Decent variety.

Average donuts and kind of expensive. The white cake is really good. Kruellers are not very good, tasted like egg with pink powdered sugar on it. The chocolate cake donuts are mediocre. I don't know about the other donuts.

The donuts here are slightly more expensive than your regular shop but the freshness simply is more than worth it. I personally love the Buttermilks here. Crunchy exterior with a soft and fluffy interior.

Do not be thrown off by the name. Golden Donuts has solid donuts, nothing to overwhelm you. It is a cash only donut shop located in a small strip mall in La Canada. Decor is pretty basic. You definitely won't confuse this with a gourmet donut shop.

Friendly staff and excellent food! They also have fun donuts for the kids.

I absolutely love this place. The people are always friendly. In addition, they have my order memorized and get it ready when they see me coming so all I have to do is pay. I recommend this donut shop to everyone.

Cash only. Totally ridiculous. I would go more often but I just don't carry cash. The donuts are very good. The coffee is the same quality as on an airplane. Mediocre.

I hadn?t been here in more than six years. When I used to work in the area I would buy an apple fritter on a frequent basis from Michael . He remembered me and I remembered his donuts, just as good as they always been!

These donuts are delicious and fluffy. One of the best I?ve had

Good Donuts! Really the only donuts around, they have a good ham and cheese croissants too!

Now this is what I call a local favorite. Family owned with great friendly service and donuts that just give you what you want. Great consistency and flavor. Always on the spot.

Great, friendly donut spot in La Canada. Everything is always really fresh and the service is fast. I even like the coffee.

My go-to place for local donuts. Fresh, good variety, reliable. They also have other pastries.

This guy is tweaking. Also, I'm pretty sure he's gone down the rabbit hole, too many times. This donut store, must be a big responsibility.

Delicious Donut's, donuts are made fresh every morning with a wide variety of donuts, only downside they are cash only but there is an ATM on site.

Donuts are gone so no picture this time but there will be a next as the donuts are great. I've been going here since they opened a very long time ago (20 years?)

Best Donuts in the area. Much better than the others on Foothill blvd and friendly staff.

Such a sweet treat. They?re always friendly and nice, after a few times they even remembered my go-to!

Golden donut is the best. They will make you custom donuts. Good cinnamon rolls.

Okay donuts. They are way to sweet for my taste and no vegan options, otherwise, they are fine.

I'm still performing my research, however, these appear to be the best apple fritters that I've found locally.

THE only daily fresh donut and croissant place in town. Long time local favorite right off the 210 freeway

Golden Donuts always. Great family run show. Always friendly always a good variety.

9 in the morning and they run out of croissant. What is the point to stay open all day if no selection of products to sell?

Great donuts, great service all at reasonable prices

Great staff, fast and friendly ??

Good donuts, keep in mind they only accept cash.

Much better than any chain donut ??shop ??in town.

Best donuts in the area

Fresh and tasty they only make enough for the day and when they're so loud they close.

Outstanding view, good coffee

Absolutely the best!!! Fresh and delicious.

Just as good as it was 20 years ago. Nostalgia and donuts for the win.

Coffee sucks, tasted burned and the man there was not very friendly

Best Donuts this Side of the Rose Bowl! ????

Best donut shop I've ever been to.

Amazing place to stop/meet up before going up the 2

Very good donut people very friendly love the place

Local favorite. Staff is extremely friendly.

Great coffee bit overpriced bagels

Good donuts, cash only

You will not find a better donut shop anywhere!!!

Nice staff and good donuts

Friendly staff, fresh donuts!

Almost empty ham and cheese.

Really delicious donuts

Gold standard for ??

First time here and that first sip of coffee did it for me!! Definitely will be stopping by when im in the area!

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