K&E Fresh Donuts

K&E Fresh Donuts

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the donuts and kolaches as exceptionally fluffy, fresh, and delicious, with many calling them the best in Corpus Christi. Friendly service and fast, affordable options are frequently highlighted. However, a few negative reviews mention order inaccuracies, overcharging concerns, and occasional shortages of donuts. The apple fritters and breakfast items like sausage biscuits also receive positive mentions. Overall, the majority of customers highly recommend the place despite minor criticisms.

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

3138 S Padre Island Dr

Corpus Christi, Texas 78415

Hours

Monday 4:30AM-12:30PM
Tuesday 4:30AM-12:30PM
Wednesday 4:30AM-12:30PM
Thursday 4:30AM-12:30PM
Friday 4:30AM-12:30PM
Saturday 4:30AM-12:30PM
Sunday Closed

Customer Reviews

I love this place ! Everything is made fresh every day ! K&E has the best sausage egg &cheese biscuits with flaky butter bread ??! Donuts are delicious ?? and coffee is made for fighter pilots! And not mention the large calaches I buy these for my clients they are winners ! Enjoy ! ??

Donuts are good. A bit pricey but good. Limited selection in comparison. The apple fritters were good. Nice pieces of apple chucks in them and the filled donuts aren't prefilled but rather filled to order which was nice.

I normally buy and take to work and they always ask from where because they love them!! The service is so beautiful they are so sweet and always happy to see you. They are always ready to help. 1/2 dozen is $6 & a dozen is $11 well worth it!!

Great morning stop. Buy coworkers breakfast from here. Family owned

They are very polite and work quickly to get your order. The prices are fair, and the donuts are delicious. They also offer other items such as sausage kolaches.

Great place to get donuts and other breakfast sweets

The donuts and kolaches here are fluffier than other typical Texas donut shops. Very clean and nice owner.

My husband brought home a cinnamon roll from here 1 month ago. I craved that bad boy for weeks. One morning after a nice 1.5hr gym session. I drove right on over to get my delicious roll again. And it was just as delicious. I picked up a few for the rest of the family. They all loved them. Definitely recommend ??.

Best donuts and kolaches in town. Get there early because they run out quickly. I was there last week around 10:30am and were almost out. I was able to get a few donut holes

Makes my fellow coworkers so happy when I pick up from this place!

Staff is so friendly however I got a sausage and cheese kolache with mold on the bottom.

Amazing! The donuts are like biting into flavored air! Also, the bacon, egg & cheese biscuits were so good! They were very friendly as well. This is by far the best donuts place in corpus!

This morning was my first time trying this donut shop. Very impressed! Everything is extremely fresh and delicious. They have more than just donuts - I love that there?s different options. They also have a bigger selection of drinks than most local donut shops. My new go to!

Jen is the friendliest person you could meet and the shop is always clean. I have never been disappointed. The food is always fresh and if you need a special order, they will always accommodate if you give them an advanced notice.

Absolutely love their donuts. My personal favorite are the donut holes. I'm here 15min till 6am to get some but they are not open yet and they usually are. That's a bummer, just hope all is well with staff. Maybe I'll be back but please let's be on time, we want donuts lol.

Gotta say, this place is great! Wide variety to chose from. I got what I needed but wanted everything! The owners are very nice and polite with great service. They close at 1230 so get there early!

Friendly staff and average price for doughnuts. As of lately doughnuts seem less fresh and taste like frozen. Quality has gone down over the last several months.

We absolutely love this place and the people! The donuts are amazing, always so fresh! My son always says ?that?s my favorite donut place?.

The donuts and kolaches are always fresh and taste amazing. The owner and other employees are very sweet! I love to take the kids for a weekend treat and honestly I won't go to any other donut shop in town ??

They tried overcharging me and charged me later the next day a ?tip? when I never added a tip. So someone took down my card information or they went back in the system to charge me again

OMG fantastic food (variety)?????? always ready with a friendly welcome. Professional and willing to help one and all. Cannot beat the service and the great food. Donuts and kolaches are out of this world in taste.

The donuts here are our FAVORITE, they are truly fresh made &&are Delicious! These ??are the BEST! 100%recommended

Picked up 1 dozen assorted doughnuts and 1 dozen (sausage cheese jalapeno) kolachi's. They were all delicious. The people at work really enjoyed them.

Been there three times and they got my order wrong three times...I just want a sausage egg and cheese croissant! Not bacon egg and cheese!

My favorite place - period. Their donuts are absolutely delicious.

Best donuts in town! Absolutely the fluffiest and freshest that I have ever had. Highly recommend this establishment.

Always visit this place when I travel from Houston to Corpus Christi. Great family owned and operated business

They never have enough donuts ready on time. You spend 10 minutes in line for no reason go to another donut spot

Staff was very friendly. Strawberry glazed donuts were delicious! I also bought a dozen cake donuts but they didn't taste like cake donuts.

I went to there yesterday morning and I had a great experience there very friendly lady's and there donuts were the best I had in awhile I'm definitely going back again thanks

Im here today on 4/23 a sat. And it is closed. The sign says closed at 1:00 it is 12:27. They should really change the sign. I was really looking forward to doughnuts for reception. Not a dependable place. Dont waste your time/money.

My all time favorite donuts, they?re so fluffy! Totally recommend

gab mao provided great service

I call ahead and order their blueberry donuts with no icing and those are the best in the world everybody there is really friendly and I ordered donuts to take to some of my doctors and everything else love it

The office personnel were so appreciative. Kolaches and great donuts will always save the day!??????????

Great place! Good value and very good donuts. The place looks cool, and the staff is good at what they do.

Staff is very friendly, good prices and fresh donuts/kolaches.

The best doughnuts in town! Emily is the nicest person. Her smile just brightens your day.

My kiddos absolutely love this place!! their donuts are always fresh ??

I went here when I was working in Town. The Donuts was Great. And kolaches. The place is very clean. I will go back when in. Town

First time here and the items I purchased were delicious!

This place has the most amazing donuts I've ever eaten! Highly recommend!!! ??

The best donut shop I ever dined at.

I had trouble understanding the cashier and she was getting mad because I didn't understand her, but the food was ok.

Love this donut shop K&E donuts always have fresh donuts and the manager is always very friendly and welcomes you with a smile

Stopped by for some pastries . They were very good and the service was excellent. I would recommend them to any one

Like this place, they are open early and they move fast. In & out in a timely manner.

Absolutely the best donuts in Corpus!! So fresh and delicious every single time!!

Who placed to pick up donuts Is not expensive but just the real great donuts

Very friendly , light n fluffy donuts and they have awesome coffee??

Neat n clean ..large assortment of goodies n price was pretty good.. friendly clerk too

Easily, the freshest products in town. Get there early... They sell out pretty quickly!

Awesome place for donuts and great customer service. Definitely voted best in Corpus.

Their Kolaches are the best in CC. Donut holes are soooo good.

Love this donut shop! Good donuts and kolaches! These people are the nicest!

Great donuts and always a smiling faces to greet you no matter how early in the morning.

Love this donut shop...good variety of sweets. Good friendly service

Fast, friendly, delicious, and affordable for my family of five! In and out, but get there early!

Very nice staff. Best kolaches ever!

Amazing! Donuts were the best I've ever had!

Had a breakfast crescent. It was very good. Donuts are nice and fluffy.

The doughnuts and kolaches are AMAZING. The owners are very friendly.

Quick service. Great selection. Tasty food.

Just tried the donuts today, they literslly melt in your mouth!

Prices are not bad. I love the apple fritters

Delicious everytime I go, would highly recommend.

Everything is fresh daily...and love the biscuit, sausage, egg and cheese.

Always smiling and the best doughnuts ever..

Best donuts in Corpus Christi Texas. And u can take that to the bank

Good kolaches and doughnut holes, friendly staff.

The croissant breakfast sandwich is so Delicious ?? Must try

Good tasty huge apple fritters and decent kolaches.

They are very nice and have great donuts

Best blueberry donuts and donut holes in town.

Very nice owner. Awesome environment

Best donuts and kolaches in town!!

Love this place they are always fast & friendly

Always fresh food and friendly services

Best tasting kolaches by far!

Amazing croissants with sausage and egg/ cheese????

Croissant kolaches are the best.

Shop here often, food is always how I expect it to be.

Feels like family everytime I walk in!!

By God, the greatest donuts on earth!

One of the best donut places in Corpus

Their biscuits are amazing ??

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