MacKay's Donuts

MacKay's Donuts

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the donuts for being fresh, fluffy, and reasonably priced, with many calling them the best in the area. The breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and friendly service also receive frequent compliments. However, a few criticize inconsistent quality, occasional unfriendly staff, or limited availability of certain items. The owners are often described as devoted and hardworking, though one negative review mentions poor customer treatment. Overall, it’s a beloved local spot with standout donuts, though experiences can vary.

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

2401 Artesia Blvd

Redondo Beach, California 90278

Hours

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

Customer Reviews

This place looks like your average local donut shop. They have breakfast burritos and bagel sandies as well. Bagel Bacon Egg and Cheese was good. Nothing special but the bagel was soft and tasted good. The one that surprised me is the Raisin Bread. It was excellent. Not flaky but fantastic flavor.

I love my neighborhood donut shop. It has been owned and operated by the same devoted couple for many years. The donuts are awesome, but try the sandwiches, made fresh to order. They're really good. Buttermilk glazed rocks

Freshest donuts! My coworkers prefer these over the more famous competitors

Great ham and cheese croissants. My family and I have gone here for over 20 years

There's been a donut shop here for as long as I can remember. It changed names a while ago, but I got to go back recently, and they've still got great, fluffy, reasonably priced donuts, and friendly service! Hit the spot.

The best donuts in the South Bay and LA! It is your typical hole in the wall, strip mall donut shop. Beware, they sell out quickly. The simple glazed donut is the best I have ever had.

Go early. Once they run out they don't replenish. It was my first time and the lady who was working took a while to come out. She was wearing her airpods and made me feel like I was interrupting her personal time. Not friendly at all. Donuts were fine...

These donuts are honestly the best donuts I've ever had. They're so soft and delicious. My boyfriend and I bought two and went to our car only to go right back in and buy two more as soon as we finished the first ones. We couldn't get enough. Amazing donuts at a great price!

It?s our favorite donut shop! Also, their ham and cheese croissants are delicious!

They can see me coming! Every time I pull up they see me and one heads to the cutting board. My wife and I like to buy 6 breakfast sandwiches on Sunday mornings, they make them very quickly and very good! Prices are reasonable, but the best part is seeing how quickly they work while still attending to every other customer that comes in behind me.

Mediocre at best. I had the #6 breakfast sandwich: egg, ham, bacon and cheese. The croissant was very dry. Who puts mustard on a breakfast sandwich? Iced coffee was okay, but kind of bland. Donut holes were edible, but by far not the greatest. Kind of dry and the frosting lacked flavor. This place could definitely use some improvements.

It's hot or miss. Valentine's morning they didn't have fresh donuts. They sold donuts from the day before and by 8 decided some more were being made in the back. When they are fresh I like their red velvet donuts and their crossnuts

Decent selection of donuts, no complaints yet I wasn't wowed. My cake donut with chocolate icing and colored sprinkles hit the spot. The strawberry-banana smoothie tasted and smelled like bubblegum. The blended part in the mango boba was flavorful but the boba itself tasted like old hard gummies. Will probably never go back, Moon Donuts in South Redondo is hard to beat. Thank you, next.

Donuts are pretty good here. Almost too good because I gained weight by having a couple of them, LOL! Won't be having any donuts in the near future. Not because I don't like them I just don't like what they do to my Belly!

Best doughnuts I have ever had, good breakfast sandwiches, good ice cream and nice employees. Been coming in for fifteen years. It's a bit of a hole in the wall but its a typical doughnut shop.

Love the donuts, pastries and coffee here. Also, the breakfast sandwiches are delicious. Super friendly service

I LOVE finding one-of-a-kind creations at independent shops like Mackay's... in this case, I discovered the ONLY Blueberry Old-Fashioned I've ever encountered (100+ shops and countinggg...). I'd say it was slightly "well done", aka "overfried", which was a pleasant surprise on top of an already pleasant surprise.

Melt in your mouth glazed donut. Excellent. The cake donut with chocolate was just as good.

Fast, tasty, cheap, clean. What more could you possibly ask for in a donut place? Haven't tried the sandwiches yet.

I had strolled in to this donut shop, I bought a green tea and a bagel, it's was Sunday morning people were coming in speaking to me and socializing with me I have lived in Redondo Beach off and on for 35 years , I had been there for about 1 hour and half waiting for a friend to wake up so we could go play golf, when one of owners middle aged Asian man started telling that I need to leave. He stated that I was hanging out to long and want me to leave. The reason why his business was packed that Sunday was d

Nice family folks, great service, nothing fancy but the doughnuts are good and so was the coffee. They have egg sandwiches as well. Nice to sit in the morning. I'll be back!

Love there fresh donuts in the morning and the owner are wonderful people to talk too. Prices have gone up but just like everything else what do you expect.

Good donut shop. I guess I came in late around 1030on a Sunday morning so not much to choose from. But hey, never a bad donut in life.

Everything is good. I really like how they offer smoothies and juices as well. But wouldn?t hurt to be a little friendly

Awesome mom n' pop donut shop! Also my go-to place for a quick breakfast sandwich on a weekend.

Great donuts nothing better closer than Hamlet lake

The guy who made my order was really nice. And the orange-pineapple juice was 11/10 ????

Very nice place. Just the coffee is a little bit on the weak side.

5 star for just the employees, and the donuts are amazing. It's a shame there's no 6 star

I don't know about their donuts (never had one there), but we love their boba drinks!

Juice are only available after 2pm. Seriously. Drove 10 mins to this location

These guys are always cool. Prices reasonable. Very friendly. Open early as hell. Fresh

The lady with the colored hair is rude and has bad breath. The doughnuts ?? are ok.

Solid donuts! I consider myself somewhat of a donut connoisseur so I don?t hand out compliments to just any donut shop.

My go-to donut place but also for cookies, turnovers and croissants! Love to support this spot.

Best donuts in South Bay

The woman who works there is amazing, she and her husband are a good combo.

Best? I mean THE BEST breakfast sandwich in SoCal!

Great quick liquor stop

They have the Buddha with money on it and none of those stupid donuts with cereal on top.

Exellent service. Fresh and delicious food.i will come back.

Great cust serv. Great clientele grest food and drink. What else is left to say?

Bought one pink donut and it was not baked completely.

Mmm... great donuts & freshly brewed coffee.

Great Donuts! Seriously, best in the south bay.

Great sandwiches and donuts and service!

Love their donuts! What else can I say?

Great Fresh Sandwiches. Very Healthy.

Good quality for cheaper then local competition.

Fresh, great selection, fair price.

Best Donuts in town !

Best coffee by far ??

Fast, friendly and a value for the money.

Just the place for your donut fix.

Fresh donuts and coffee great sandwich

Service it's beautiful foods it's good

Good food and quick service

Fresh donuts and coffee plus sandwiches ...

Love it always fresh

Fresh and delicious donuts.

Delicious fluffy donuts

BEST DONUTS AROUND!!!

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