Tender Donut

Tender Donut

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the donuts for being fresh, delicious, and non-greasy, with many calling them the best in town. Friendly service and quick orders are frequently highlighted. Some appreciate the fair pricing despite inflation, while others criticize overcharging and high costs. A few complaints mention dry, hard, or overly sweet donuts, and isolated issues with staff behavior. Overall, the majority recommend the place enthusiastically, though a small number of negative experiences stand out.

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

1304 E Hammer Ln

Stockton, California 95210

Hours

Monday 5AM-6PM
Tuesday 5AM-6PM
Wednesday 5AM-6PM
Thursday 5AM-6PM
Friday 5AM-6PM
Saturday 5AM-6PM
Sunday 5:30AM-6PM

Customer Reviews

Great, little known, donut shop. Get there early on a weekday & you can have your pick. Their pastries are sooo good and the folks that own the shop & work there are so friendly. I would definitely recommend them more except I don?t want to have a bunch of donut munchers buying them out and leaving me empty handed.??

Clean doughnut shop with a good variety of selection.

The old lady charged me $10 for 2 muffins? SMH!!!! And the muffin was nasty!!!!! DONT GO HERE!!

Super greasy pastries got it at 6:00 in the morning and by 8:30 the bag it was in was completely greased over

The Donuts are Always Good !I just got Donut Holes this Time to share with my Kids!& a French Vanilla Coffee!

Best donuts in town! Fairly priced and the ladies are so helpful! I go here every once in a while to get donuts for my co-workers and they are so friendly. Also we sometimes take clients here and they were very friendly towards individuals with disabilities.

I've been coming here for years and even with inflation in prices of products they've still managed to keep their delicious & fluffy donuts the same size and nearly the same price. They're always so kind and make sure my daughter gets to feel like a big girl while ordering her donut and juice.

My to go to for Donuts. I love the old fashion donut and all the donuts are yummy. Price is reasonable too. The ham cheese jalapeno croissant is pretty good.

the donuts that we get is not the same. we buy. and bad customer service.

I used to live in Mantecca with my grandparents when I was little, I remember stopping here every time after my grandpa's Kaiser appointments. I now take my son here every weekend. They're literally the best doughnuts and best service, for an amazing price. Always recommend!

Donuts are always fresh and delicious. You're in and out quickly. I love the extra donut holes that they give you if you get a dozen. My family loves the donuts here. Highly recommended donut store!

Horrible donuts. Went early in the morning and the donuts I got we're very dry and hard. She overcharged me I believe purposely too because a few commenters have also said the same thing that she is a scammer. I thought I was mistaken but now I know I wasn't. Donuts are Way over priced and not helpful. Never going back

A little too sweet for my tastes. Staff was very nice and promptly filled my order. Donuts were very fresh!

This is the best place around . Non oily.... Not greasy... The best way to have your donuts .....

They have donuts aNd lunch and dinner items! Very good! Not just a donut shop.

Best doughnuts I have found. Their sugar doughnuts are my breakfast every morning I am in town...which is not often enough. The doughnuts have a soft, smooth texture, with a great tasting dough. My children love the variety of doughnuts they offer and my wife likes their muffins.

Love their donuts. Dont eat them very often but when I do I go to Tender Donuts. Fresh and yummy

Don?t go here!!! The old lady?s here don?t say thank you .. or smile? donuts super dry Go to ?donuts to go? down the street

That is no good there is no refill of coffee so bad no good

Delicious $5 croissants & $2 for a large hot chocolate, can?t beat that. Friendly customer service as well

They have the best turkey n cheese croissants iv ever had ?????????? i buy 2 to 4 almost daily????.im a happy faithful customer.????

Our family has been eating these donuts for years. Hands down the best in town. We've tried other shops and they don't compare.

Poor personality and sort racist. Word of advice, count your holes, second time over charged at .15 cents per hole. Probably won't return. Star and Kings donuts are way better.

They have the best donuts in Stockton and they have the best snow cones! All around that place is awesome. On my way now to see if they have apple fritters ??

The donuts are always fresh and they have a great selection. They have breakfast sandwiches too!! So yummy!

Friendly service and really good tasting doughnuts ??. They usually have a pretty good variety before 3:30 pm too.

Make sure you get your money back completely a dozen is 15.99 and this older lady with short hair no glasses charged me extra 2.75 for no reason she literally charge me $18.74 watch out for that scammer

Best donut I?ve ever had wished they had neck flavored donut owner was very polite but a rude customer told me to ?try the bofa donut it?s good? but when I order bofa flavor they say they do not have I was very sad

They have good customer service. Donuts are very cook and they ham and cheese croissants are so good.

She gave me the wrong ice and refused to remake it wouldn't recommend coming here

This place puts YumYum to shame! Always fresh, tasty, wide variety, fairly priced. Best place locally for donuts, breakfast eats and various beverages

Still making donuts the old way, the best. Buttermilk bars, bismarks, apple fritters, so many more to choose from. Fresh baked every morning...

Their donuts are decent. Their prices are really high. We seldom go anymore because their prices have gone so high.

Had a ham n cheese croissant it was delicious also bought a dozen donuts which is very good. Definitely going back

My mom and i stop here everytime we go to kaiser. We live on the opposite side of town so its hard to get there but we love this place!!!

The doughnuts are me and my husband's favorite. They are so soft and yummy ????

Love their donuts and their service. Recommend to everyone.

I love Tender Donuts this is one the only two places I will purchase donuts from, the staff is always friendly.

Was glad to be able to get donuts for my Sunday School class. Will buy some every week.

Best donuts everrrrrrr!!! So yummy! Staff is super friendly!

Excellent great tasting doughnuts just the the good old taste of the 1960's.

I love tinder donuts the best donuts in town not too sweet &baked just right

Great donuts. Great service. Love this place!

Donuts are bomb always bomb something i look forward to every morning

Best donuts in Stockton and best prices. Always fresh and fluffy!

Favorite donuts of all time me. I love the taste of the bread!

My fav place for doughnuts and the owners are so nice

Best donuts in stockton and there croissant with ham and cheese is to die for.

I just like their donuts and other pastries the best

very expensive, 2.75 for one cinnamon roll and the texture was gritty too.

The donuts are always delicious and the staff is always polite ??

They where even open on Xmas day! I brought a b Dozen doubts and they even thru in some dounut holes!

Great customer service and amazing doughnuts!

Awsome place, nice environment, Ham Cheese Jalapeno crossant highly recommended ??

The ham and cheese crescent was really good and the staff was friendly

Do they make a fine donut mostly round With a hole in the middle

Good donuts and smoothies, reasonably priced!!!??

The absolute best doughnuts I've had ever!!!! Legit!!!

Best donuts in town even better than YUM YUM donuts.

Just moved to the area, been here twice now. Really good.

Love this place!! Very good plus super nice people run this place!!

Only Doughnuts I get! They are the best and affordable

Awesome quality, decent price.

Yummy yum yum!!! Best donuts in town

Best place we have found sense moving here for Donut's

Always great and friendly service

Very good donuts and nice people

I like this donuts are the best in town

Great selection and quick friendly service

Love these donuts best donuts in Stockton

Very good fresh donuts!

Good service with fresh and tasty donuts

Fresh tasting donuts. Friendly staff.

Great pastries, and friendly staff.

Most amazing crispy soft bagels!

Great people and the best donuts

Ok doughnut spot little too much bread for me

There to die for ...thee best place in Stockton

Try the cinnamon rolls mmh ??

Very good fast service

Best donuts in town.

Omg this place should be against the law!

Best Donuts in Stockton

Loved the cinnamon roll

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