Munchkin's Donuts

Munchkin's Donuts

Reviews Summary

Consensus: This donut shop is highly praised for its fresh, fluffy, and delicious donuts, with many loyal customers visiting for over 20 years. The ham and cheese croissants are a standout, often described as the best in town, though some note they lack crispiness. Owners are consistently highlighted as exceptionally friendly, generous, and welcoming, often adding free treats to orders. Service is top-tier, creating a warm atmosphere. Prices are reasonable, and the quality keeps customers returning. A few minor critiques mention croissants could be more buttery or flaky, but overall, the shop is beloved for its taste, value, and outstanding customer service.

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

902 N Citrus Ave

Covina, California 91722

Hours

Monday 5AM-5PM
Tuesday 5AM-5PM
Wednesday 5AM-5PM
Thursday 5AM-5PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 5AM-5PM
Sunday 6AM-4PM

Customer Reviews

What a sweet mom and pop owned shop ! You guys have to stop by ! There?s always a rush of people in at once but the line moves quickly . The owners are so nice and they always throw in a free croissant when you order some ! It?s so fresh and tastes great !!! Definitely have to stop by!

Saw this place was one of a top 10 List for ham and cheese croissant, so I wanted to see if it?s up to par. Went there in the mid afternoon and they still have fresh, just out of the oven, ham and cheese croissant. It was good but it?s not crispy on the outside and or buttery as a croissant supposed to be. They also have plain and sugar croissants by individual or by the dozen. Again, it?s not buttery or fluffy as it supposed to be. The service was fantastic, and pretty basic donut shop. Order and pay

Munchkins in Covina is awesome!! I can see why this family owned small biz is such a big hit. It was nice to hang out and snack on their croissants, and the owners/managers were so sweet to all the kiddos running around. I particularly enjoyed their ham and cheese, ham, cheese & jalape?o croissants, and the glazed donut. The strawberry cream cheese croissant and cake donuts were also yummy. I?m looking forward to coming back to try more things!

Very friendly service! First time here and tried their ham and cheese croissant. Croissant came at the perfect temperature with melted cheese and ham inside. Very tasty and all for a low cost of $4.50! Excellent value and quality!

They're so kind and their croissants are the best. My favorite is the spinach and kale if they still have any by the time I get there. And ham and cheese without the peppers.. Also loved the coffee and little sweet cinnamon sugar croissants ??

So this place lives up to the hype! Came a little late in the day (12:45) and the options looked limited so I asked the owner what she recommended. Walked away with the ham, cheese and jalape?o croissant, a large plain croissant, a wheat croissant (mainly because they didn?t have anymore plain, but happy to try), an apple turnover, cinnamon twist, strawberry ?danish? and a bunch of little freebies. Total was about $16.50 which I rounded up to $20.00. Basically got my lunch with the ham and jalape?o which is

I believe she said her name was Chen? Hard to hear w the mask, but she is so friendly!! I arrived at 11am and they only had two ham, cheese, jalape?o croissants left. They had plenty of ham and cheese, croissants, and mini plain and cinnamon croissants. Pro tip! You can call in ahead of time to reserve what you want. The ham, cheese, and jalape?o croissant was amazing! Gotta eat it hot while it?s fresh! The croissant was incredibly flaky and so good!

THE BEST! Tried the ham and cheese croissant, glazed donut, other croissants ++. Everything was excellent. The staff are warm and friendly too. This box cost only 26 dollars. Wow.

They make everything fresh throughout the day. Also, very generous because they give out free bread with any order. The owners are there and are always so kind to everyone.

Our local donut shop is the best! Nice hardworking people, excellent donuts and pastries, and there's always something extra in the bag/box. This is what I took home when I ordered two cinnamon rolls and two plain donuts. Two small cinnamon croissants - warm from the oven, and a half dozen donut holes (one of which might have gotten eaten on the way home).

A very no frills and simple bakery. Get the cream cheese filled croissant, flakey with the perfect amount of sweetness. There muffins are the best I ever had, fluffy and sweet. And don't forget the donuts!

Of all the donut run places by miles, this places gets closest to a proper croissant. They're fresh, fluffy and not just pure dough like most places. Service is very friendly too and it's even better this places provides smaller croissants that can be ideal!

Very comfortable and safe place to buy pastries. I especially like their fresh croissants.

Owner is super friendly. Gave a couple freebies since the place was closing for the day. Ham and cheese croissant is as delicious as it looks. Standard donuts. Delicious as you expect.

They make some bomb croissants and a good selection of donuts too. I came here because my gf told me about it and she wanted to try the croissants. There is plenty of parking in front of the little shop and it wasn't too busy at 07:30 (only two people in front of me). I ordered 3 ham/ cheese croissants and 3 ham/cheese with jalapenos. These were the best croissants I've had because the bread was so fluffy and the cheese is very creamy. I ordered 6 total and they threw in the sugar glazed bread, which I thou

Always the best customer service , the service is one the main reasons we come here ! That and of course the amazing donuts . Very grateful for them??

Great personal and friendly service Best coffee. Reasonable prices.

Great donuts and legendary filled croissants. Everyone there was surprisingly tall. Conveniently located near Yellow Brick Road, however.

Henry and Chen are the owners and operators of this little hole-in-the-wall donut shop. Their home made donuts and croissants are the best I've had in years, other donut shops don't even compare. The star of the show is their ham and cheese croissant which you can get with or without jalapenos. The croissant is about the size of brick and is stuffed with ham and what I believe is mozzarella cheese. If you're not careful, the blazing hot cheese will come flowing out of your first bite like delicious white la

I did a Google search for the best ham and cheese croissants and Munchkins came up. I went there to pick them up and was not disappointed. I have been back several times since my initial visit. The staff is very nice and appreciative of your patronage. Highly recommended.

Love love love munchkin. Been my go to donut shop for 20+ years now ?????? great prices and delicious donuts. They?re so airy and light

The only true 5 star experience I?ve ever had at a donut place. I loved the food and it?s just a great place.

Amazing ham and cheese croissant and jalape?o ham and cheese croissant. The owner are very nice, always giving freebies with croissant orders.

This store is the only place my family visits when we want donuts. The owners are friendly and their recipe for their donuts makes the best donuts in town!

Okay so it may look like a hole in the wall kinda place and a bit messy but the atmosphere of friendliness from the owners and staff is awesome and the donuts, etc are as well. Best old fashioned donut I have ever had and the croissants are amazing. My mom and I will definitely be back to try some more of their fabulous stuff. Quality is outstanding...not a hint of oil or grease on anything and the freshness is obvious. The prices are very reasonable considering the quality of the products and the size of t

Delicious delicious donuts!! I came later in the afternoon so there was a limited selection (makes sense after having a bite of the donut that people would come early to get their fix). I ended up grabbing the glazed & it?s honestly one of the most fresh and fluffy tasting ones I?ve had! The owners are equally as sweet. I think she?d mentioned they?ve been in business for 20+ years. You can tell by the quality and freshness of the donuts that they definitely know what they are doing. I didn?t realize she

Very friendly staff and great value. Items do sell out so shop early. One of the few places left that give several extras just for making a purchase.

Stuffed ham and cheese with jalapeno croissants was on point everything came together so nicely.

I just fell in love with this shop. The elderly couple behind the counter are so kind and attentive. I will continue to come here just for their sweet faces! The doughnuts are tasty, the coffe is fresh, and the service is top tier!

100% love this place!! Everything is exceptional! I've tried many Ham and cheese croissants and they are by far the best ones!!! Donuts are also very very good!! Been coming here for years and won't stop

Best doughnuts and best service!! Would definitely come here again! The ham and cheese croissants were amazing!

The best donuts I've EVER tried! And I get them at 3pm after work, so they are not even "freshly" made. Delicious!!! And the owner is very sweet. Love this place!

Always great to come here. The one that gets me to come back is the jalapeno, ham, and cheese croissant. The jalapeno spiciness can go from not really to burn the house down. It's a surprise I enjoy.

Very tasty ham and cheese croissants they always add some extra they are very friendly and have a great atmosphere highly recommended.

These were the best donuts I?ve had in my life. The lady inside was so sweet and gave us free croissants. Great prices and food was amazing.

This little place is amazing!!! The croissants are the best I have ever had, they are so delicious!!! The ladies work so hard for their customers. They always put an extra treat with your order. Get there early or call in your order before you go, because they sell out fast. Can't wait to go back again!!!

great customer service and amazing pastries and donuts.

Incredible value, incredible taste, incredible environment! Prices here blow the competition out of the water. I only paid 35 for a whopping two dozen donuts! The family who runs this place is additionally so kind, sweet, and inviting!

My favorite bakery was closed, so I looked up the best rated place for crossiants in the area. It absolutely did not disappoint, and apparently, they give little extras for every order. Very delicious

Came here for the first time 30 min before closing and they still had the ham and cheese croissants but ran out of the jalape?o ones. The owner, Jane, was super friendly. She was more than generous enough to give me more than what I had paid for. She warmed the croissants up for me and the cheese was gooey while the croissant was still soft and flaky.

First time visiting and my experience was superb. The croissant's and donuts were amazing. They melt in your mouth. Customer service is fantastic. Definitely will return.

Great tasting donuts, croissants, coffee and great service. They were super accommodating with giving me half hot water/coffee (as I?m trying to quit drinking coffee) and they offer non-dairy creamer. I don?t usually tip or leave reviews but I did for their service because I left feeling liked they genuinely cared. The added treat was finding extra donut holes and a mini croissant as freebies!

Top notch service. So very friendly and you won't get a better, more satisfying deal anywhere else, especially for delicious donuts. Every donut I've tried from here is good, from the batter/dough to the frosting and other toppings. Yum! Today's my son's birthday and I'm up earlier than I have been in a long time, just to get a mixed dozen before they sell out. Mouth is literally watering thinking about these donuts.. LOL

Very friendly service. Everything is so fresh and tasty. Their ham & cheese jalape?o croissant is amazingly delicious. ??

I can't believe I never brought a review for this place this place is one of my top favorite places in the world been a customer for 15 years you can call this place my second home the variety of freshness is unbelievable customer services far and beyond, lovely owners loved by all, very welcoming you just have to try it to see it for yourself and you will be amazed.

The BEST donut shop EVER!!!! Super fresh, good, always tasty!!! The service is top notch and never disappointing! Recommend their croissants, any of them are awesome! Good prices as well. Their dozens are more then you need! Go early because they run out quickly. GO GO GO GO HERE and you'll never want to go anywhere else!

The ham & cheese croissant were the best I've ever tasted. I lived in Covina for years, and never knew about this place. Now I drive here from Rancho Cucamonga at least once a week to get some more of their croissants and tastey donuts. Very friendly service as well.

Nicest lady ever! Gave us all free croissants and was so helpful

I have been coming here for over 20 years! lol he best donuts and ham n cheese croissant anywhere around. Henry and Chen are amazing owners , most friendliest and kindest.

Very nice and attentive. Had a Mocha cappuccino and a ham, cheese jalape?o croissant. Everything was very delicious!

They have the Frisch's donuts in town and their customer service is awesome

Community staple, family owned and operated. Extremely friendly and welcoming. Some of the best traditional style donuts I've tasted as well as offering stuffed croissants.

This place is sooo super friendly and sooo bomb. A must try and you will never go elsewhere !! They make there donuts and crossaint so buttery and man the owners have it down to the pin .

Worth the hype, their croissants are massive and delicious. And the owners are soooo nice.

This is truly a HIDDEN gem tucked behind a diner/restaurant in a little strip mall with plenty of lot and street parking. I've lived in this city for YEARS and probably passed by this donut shop dozens (see what I did there? ??) of times. Okay, so I finally got my hands on one of these babies and I was thoroughly impressed by how amazing a simple croissant could taste. I went there maybe an hour before close time, but mamasan informed me that the croissants were just taken fresh from the oven. Mind you, i

This is hands down the most yummist coffee and donut shop. It?s 2 min drive which is amazing because the donuts they serve are delicious... Usually i would walk in and the lady would greet me kindly. The service is great ?? I love getting me some chocolate donuts ?? or some glazed donuts ???? the price is good and not expensive.. tbh I never been to a business donut shop. And by that I mean like Dunkin? Donuts or krispy cream... I don?t think they can top this place. Anyways I?ll give this place 5+ stars s

Delicious, I was looking for Krispy Kream but this place is even betteeeeeeeer!!, and the cashiar/owner service 100% attentive and generous, you are not going to regret

They have amazing ham and cheese croissants.

I was just passing through looking for a donut shop and I stopped here! Honestly I'm glad I did i bought a ham and cheese with jalape?os ! OMG it was BOMB!! DEFINITELY will be stopping again i take my son to school down the street! BTW they were super friendly!

I love this place, Ms. Jane is very polite and gentle. I love the Ham and Cheese with Jalape?os. Donuts and the other pastries are delicious too.

Great croissants and donuts! The owner is very generous (extra donuts!) and friendly. I'll be back!

Congratulations MUNCHKINS DONUTS! Out of 100 donut shops across the United States, MUNCHKINS came in FOURTH! Well deserved! Great place and very friendly!

Their donuts are delicious and the store owners are wonderful people. They are super friendly. It's worth going all the way over there. Super recommend!

Yesterday we went to get doughnuts and the doughnuts where obviously amazing but the customer service was absolutely amazing they where all so nice and I would 100 go back for more !

I had a cup of coffee and a cream cheese danish ( hot ), coffee was very good and had me wide eyed by the time I was done

I've been going here for years. They are always very nice. They already know what kind of donuts my family likes.

1000000/10 everything is amazing!!

Amazing flakey ham and cheese croissants. Made in house not store bought. Good donut selection. Super nice owners.

Ham and cheese croissant is the best on the planet

By far my favorite donut and coffee place ever!! The workers are the sweetest people and have the best service! Worthy of stopping by, you WILL NOT regret it

The lady was very nice she even hooked us up with some free donuts and the croissants are amazing you guys should really go there

Great donuts. Liked the apple fritters! Lovely and efficient service too!

The donuts are fresh and delicious. The owners are very sweet and will often throw in a few extras. My kids love this place! ??

Great service. Super friendly. We came to get donuts for my uncles funeral and he tossed in a few free ones. God bless this place. :-)

Best donuts, best coffee, best service. Love the owners they always have smiles and are very polite. Get that jalapeno crescent.

Absolutely the best donuts for miles around no joke. And if you need a watch battery changed they got you at very competitive charge.

Super sweet owners, and lots of regular customers. Great donuts and delicious ham and cheese croissants! :-)

Very neat and eclectic donut shop. Ham and cheese croissants are massive and the lady behind the counter was very nice.

I've been getting 4 dozen donuts for over 10 years and always had a good experience.

Everyone is super nice. The pastries and donuts are delicious, baked with care. I come and buy when in the area.

Really good donuts, best in town. You get a free croissant.. over all really good place.

Extremely nice staff, very good pricing and portions. Would come again

We love going to this place. A freshly made donut with decafe coffee. Try the cinnamon donut without the icing is very good.

Best Ham and cheese croissants in town.

Good donuts! So fresh. And they replace watch batteries while you eat your donut. What's not to like?

Very good donuts, ham n cheese coffee. Very friendly owners

Excellent donuts. As you expect a donut to be fresh, great tasting, and you can't stop eating them! Thank you ??

They have the best coffee, donuts, and croissants. Very friendly. Best in the San Gabriel Valley

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