Old Ferry Donut

Old Ferry Donut

Reviews Summary

Old Ferry Donut is highly praised for its unique, fluffy donuts that aren't overly sweet, with standout flavors like Butter Pistachio, Milk Cream Ball, and Creme Brûlée. Customers love the light, creamy fillings and soft texture, often calling them some of the best they've had. The friendly staff, charming decor, and cute packaging (like boxes with ears) add to the positive experience. Some note the prices are high, and parking can be tricky, but most agree the quality justifies the cost. A few reviews mention weaker flavor intensity or limited availability of popular items, but overall, it's a beloved spot for premium donuts.

About This Listing

Has Chocolate Variety
Has Luxurious
Has Specialties
Has Dairy Free
Has Nut Free
Has Yeast Donuts
Has Coffee Flavors
Has Fruit Flavors
Artisan Made
Family Owned Business

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.*

Features

Has Chocolate Variety
Has Luxurious
Has Specialties
Has Dairy Free
Has Nut Free
Has Yeast Donuts
Has Coffee Flavors
Has Fruit Flavors
Artisan Made
Family Owned Business

Contact Information

Address

704 W Las Tunas Dr Ste E4

San Gabriel, California 91776

Hours

Monday 8AM-9PM
Tuesday 8AM-9PM
Wednesday 8AM-9PM
Thursday 8AM-9PM
Friday 8AM-9PM
Saturday 9AM-9PM
Sunday 9AM-9PM

Customer Reviews

I had heard some buzz about Old Ferry Donut, but honestly, I didn't pay much attention?after all, there are countless donut shops out there, most of them similar and overpriced. But then we walked by the shop, and wow, what a charming place! The decor, the vibe, the colors?we just had to check it out. I figured, hey, why not treat myself to one donut, right? Well, I'm so glad I did because their donuts hit all the right spots. Not overly sweet, with fantastic flavors and a wonderfully fluffy texture, these

Review is for food items only, not restaurant. I've been tempted by the colorful and delicious looking donuts for awhile. Since this location is local, it is a must to drop by and buy some of their snackies. 4 items: heat up the donuts for 5-10 seconds to get the best taste. 1. PB and Jam donut - I think the jam is the same one they use for the raspberry ball. Great flavor and worth it to try once. The only thing that I didn't like was the raspberry topping on the donut. It breaks the smoothness of the d

I stopped by and glad I did! I got milk cream donut and cream was perfect, not too sweat and texture of the dough was excellent! Soft and creamy, the great combo!

Small hip donut shop. Order from a pad. The donuts are beautifully made and absolutely delicious. The butter pistachio is subtle and so yum. I found the donuts I tried weren't too sweet. So easy to indulge. The tiramsu, get it. I would love to try the peanut butter jelly donut, next. Love the feel of the takeaway box. Love the general orange-y color scheme of the place.

The butter pistachio and the coconut were our favorites. I think what sets these donuts apart isn?t the dough, it?s the creams inside the donuts that are so good and unique. I actually really like them and I typically avoid donuts with the inner creams because they?re typically too sweet. Not these, they have it dialed in just right. We?ll be back to try a few new ones we didn?t have the capacity to try this time around. The guy working there was very friendly and helpful. Great customer service.

The milk cream ball was amazing! I am usually pretty strict with my (relatively) clean low carb diet, but decided to treat myself recently for a birthday & i was pleasantly surprised. I still didn't go nuts & eat the whole thing - as much as I would have loved to lol - but i split it with my boyfriend & we were both impressed by the fluffy, yeasty dough & the sweet-but-not-too-sweet creamy filling. It tasted indulgent, yet somehow still light. One of the best donuts I've ever had! ?? Would absolutely go bac

I love the donuts from Old Ferry. They have a variety of unique donuts that aren't too sweet compared to the normal American standard. I ended up getting the creme brulee and milk cream ball. The milk cream ball was nice and airy, while the creme brulee was delicious with the caramel crackle on top. The donuts are a bit on the pricey side, but worth the cost. The decor of the store is giving vintage 70s modern which is cool. Parking can be hard to find since they share parking with a bunch of other eateries

Finally we had old ferry donut here!!! The donuts are really good, awesome!! Especially pistachio donut would be perfect with hot coffee. I went there around 2:30pm, but some donuts have already went out. I would better to go early because there are many donuts that I want to try. And, the owner is very handsome :)

Great donut place! Pretty expensive but worth it, the cream inside is really good. Didn?t expect the donut to be that good. We went here before they close so not much flavors are available but the ones that are taste really good already. How much more the other best sellers right? We will come back for more soon! ??

The worker was super friendly and gave me lots of recommendations and a donut sticker. I tried the Pistachio cream and milk cream donuts. The Pistachio had a nice mix of textures, but the flavor wasn't particularly strong. I recommend the milk cream. They also have different coffee drinks, some teas, and flavored milks. I would have liked to see some more tea drinks because I don't drink coffee. The brand theme is super cute. There's a couple of tables inside and outside as well as wifi. They also sell m

Super cute vibes :) . Friendly staff and fresh atmosphere. We got a pack of four donuts because it came with ears on the box . We also got their choco milk :) . Will come back again. I saw that the Oreo one had filling looked delicious. Also love the wallpaper ??????

I kinda like donuts and cant eat more than half of one because they are too sweet and overwhelmingly silly but yummy. I LOVE these, they are the best donut or pastry I've ever had. I can't recommend anything I've ever had in life more than this place. I've been dreaming about going back. I feel like Balance is a hard thing to do in life and they do it so well with everything. Please! Try this!

Upon walking in we were quickly greeted. The man working helped describe the donuts we had questions on and was very hospitable. We ended up getting the cookies and cr?me and butter pistachio donuts, they were both delicious, light and creamy. Would definitely come back.

The doughnuts are fresh and delicious!! The flavor milks are so good my favorite was the vanilla. The employees are super friendly and attentive. It?s a small location with limited seats.

Korean take on a donut house. Coffee is passable, donuts are good but not great. Had the tiramisu donut, but it doesn't taste like mascarpone cheese nor coffee liqueur, the key ingredients of a proper tiramisu. It does got a dusting of coco powder on it so maybe it's a look thing? Tasty, but misleading name. Not sure if I wanna give the Earl grey donut a shot next time... Service is friendly, shop is tiny, and parking isn't the easiest - that lot has too many eateries jam packed together.

My favorites are the Raspberry Ring and the basic glazed ring. I don?t usually like cream fillings, but my friends and family love their cream filled ones. I really like the Raspberry Ball also, it is amazing and has real fresh tasting raspberry jam type filling. The parking is easy at this San Gabriel location. The owner and employees are so nice and the store is so clean.

A small donut shop that has beautiful donuts and tasted delicious. I got my donuts here twice and will keep coming.

Nestled in Alhambra is an awesome little donut shop called Old Ferry Donut!!! The staff here are really friendly and always great you with a smile. My wife really loves this place because the donuts taste so good she says, "Like the oil is fresh, everything, not like some places where they use the oil so long it leaves that oil aftertast.. I must say that all their donuts are works of flavor art!!! Each donut takes you to a favorite dessert you have had and can now enjoy it in a donut :) If you're counting

I have never experienced a donut that was fried at the correct temperature until I came here. These donuts are properly cooked. The donuts are delicious and not greasy. Love the flavors and have tried all of them. The people working here really know what they are doing. Excellent. Buy a donut here and you will see it surpasses a fancy pastry.

I've only had the butter pistachio donut, holy hot bananas I really love it. It was light, fluffy and sweet. Staff was friendly and helpful! Branding of this shop is spot on, I love that the boxes have little ears. *died of cuteness* If you're in the area, get a do it of 3. I cant wait to try the rest and also their drinks!

Delicious unique donuts. Employees/owners very nice and helpful. Only drawback is the prices. Not priced for the average customers like me. We paid over $25 for 5 donuts. I recommend them if you have the budget. We will be happy across the street at a normal donut shop. Sorry Old ferry donuts.

Visited Old Ferry Donut for the first time on a Sunday afternoon as we in the San Gabriel Mission area. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by the staff and were able to see the variety of donuts that they had for the day. We ordered a total of 3 donuts and drinks. We ordered the butter pistachio, boston cream and earl grey donuts and for drinks, we got the yuzu, strawberry lemonade and strawberry milk. The butter pistachio and boston cream donuts had a generous amount of filling and were very light an

Simply the best donut I've ever had. I got the creme Brule donut. It had the simplicity of a glazed donut except with the creme brulle exterior and a creme filling. 10/10 would go back. Probably go back today to try a different donut. Lol

I bought a Boston Creme bar for $3.75 and a small coffee for $4. The donut was given to me in a decorative box, which was nice but the cost of that box is added in the final price. The filling in the doughnut was very good, not immitation sweet or too sugary sweet. Unfortunately their prices are very high. They've made it so an average person can't partake a few times a week, or even twice a week! Altogether, paying $8.54 for one donut and a small coffee is sadly not a sustainable treat.

If you are looking for a donut fir day this is the place. The best donut and stuff is so nice, and coffee is good too. Must try.

Ordered one pistachio butter, coconut, tiramisu, and cr?me br?l?e. My all time faves are pistachio and coconut.. sooo good!!! I just wish the pistachio taste was more potent. Tiramisu was my least fave of all. I just couldn't finish it. Cr?me br?l?e was good but not something I would order again. I've been back two for the pistachios and coconut. Can't wait to try the other ones! :) lattes are good too! Love that they use monin syrup. The staff is also super friendly!! :)

I prefer the standard cheap donut shops that are everywhere, but if you want something unique and pricier then check this place out. They were sold out of their filled donuts. Can't they make more, or are they made somewhere else? The simple, not-filled donut was okay, but pricey. They give you a donut in a cardboard box instead of a little bag like most places-wasteful.

Cr?me br?l?e (4/5) crispy sugar exterior, soft dough and creamy vanilla custard. Honestly plain and one note compared to others. Not too sweet Raspberry (5/5) ??so good. Tart raspberry glaze with chunky raspberry jam on the inside. Sweeter than the cr?me br?l?e but had really refreshing raspberry flavor. Packaged very nicely.

Get the Butter Pistachio!! Crumbly on the outside, and more pistachio cream inside. Donuts are all so soft and not too sweet. Milk Cream ball and Creme Brulee were good too.

Love love love the PB&J and tiramisu donuts. Will definitely try more flavors next time!

Small location -Donuts do sell out so either come early or place an online order (I saw a donut I wanted get picked by an online order before I could order it) -has coffee and merch -will be back to try the butter pistachio -nice donut box design -parking is free but hard to find depending on hour of day; can also street park

Service was good and recommended the most popular donuts. The filling isn?t too sweet!

I think they opened recently at this location. Good taste donuts and new features of stuffs.

Earl grey donuts!! And the pistachio cream!!! Delicious ??

Amazing donuts and great customer service definitely a place you need to stop by

Omg , the pistachio butter donuts are amazing ?? you guy's need to try it. All the donuts are amazing.

Delicious and Variety.

IT WAS SO GOOD!!! My first time and GOOOD. the brulee and cream cheese is the best!

I'll just go to a classic donut shop. The clash of textures and flavors of the creme brulee donut is disappointing.

Butter Pistachio! My fav ??

Habit forming. Peanut butter is my fave. So good.

I first time come to this place. The donuts really good. I love the donuts here.

Very good and delicious!!!

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