Best Donuts in La Jolla

We've collected top 10 mentioned donuts shops in La Jolla from other articles such as Crown City Inn & Bistro, Spoon University, AFAR Media.

Best Donuts in La Jolla

Nomad Donuts
Nomad Donuts
4.5 (768 ratings)
Globally inspired donuts, wood-fired bagels & coffee served in a bright space with casual seating.
3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Donut shopBagel shopBakeryCoffee shop
Mentioned by 10Best
10 Best San Diego Restaurants for Dessert and Coffee
"Artisanal donut loves flock to Nomad Donuts for their ever-changing and tasty menu. Executive Pastry Chef Kristianna Zabala uses locally-sourced ingredients from Farmer's Markets and specialty retailers to make small batches of beautiful donuts in flavors like Banana Chip Cake Nutella and Smoked Coffee Maple Bacon. Nomad Donuts' commitment to the community doesn't stop there as they're often collaborating with breweries, restaurants and other organizations around town."
Mentioned by AFAR Media
The Best Restaurants in San Diego
"This travel-inspired eatery got so popular that it moved to a larger space on University Avenue in August 2017. Once in the new location, executive pastry chef Kristianna Zabala was able to expand her menu (which changes daily) to include..."
Mentioned by Jumper Media
San Diego’s 25 Most Popular Restaurants on Instagram
"Another motif you may notice as you peruse this list is the abundance of donuts. Donuts seem to be having their moment right now, but consider this a warning: nostalgic dessert trends tend to fade fast. Remember when cupcakes were big?"
Donut Bar
Donut Bar
4.6 (2852 ratings)
Innovative & locally sourced donut menu that changes daily & includes vegan choices.
631 B St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Donut shopCoffee shopDessert shop
Mentioned by There San Diego
11 of San Diego's Best Damn Donut Shops by Neighborhood
"A photo posted by Donut Bar (@donutbar) on Jan 6, 2017 at 9:46pm PST. Donut Bar in Downtown SD has made headlines with its amazing donuts; voted the Number 1 Donut Shop by USA Today and many more news organizations and blogs. Donut Bar has also received San Diego Magazine’s “Best of San Diego” Awards."
Mentioned by Spoon University
5 San Diego Donut Shops To Try Right Now
"On a normal day, the Donut Bar will have a line out the door, and it’s easy to see why. This is not your typical donut shop. Donut Bar is known for their unique display of donuts and a menu that changes constantly."
VG Donut & Bakery
VG Donut & Bakery
4.7 (1067 ratings)
Old-fashioned bakery offering coffee, bread, donuts, cookies, cakes & more since 1969.
106 Aberdeen Dr, Cardiff, CA 92007, USA
BakeryBagel shopDonut shopPie shopWedding bakery
Mentioned by Pacific San Diego
Holey donuts: San Diego sounds off on favorites
"This North County classic had voters singing its praises, like the blueberry buttermilk bar, chocolate old fashioned, maple glazed, and the apple fritter. Member Robin Pennell loves the chocolate covered old fashioned, second bake, stating, “These donuts are not hipster, just old school and absolutely perfect in every way.”. 106 Aberdeen Dr., Cardiff, 760.753.2400, vgbakery.com"
Mentioned by There San Diego
11 of San Diego's Best Damn Donut Shops by Neighborhood
"A photo posted by VG Donut & Bakery (@vgdonut) on Dec 30, 2016 at 8:25am PST. You didn’t grow up in Encinitas without meeting up at VG’s for a donut!. They have some of the best donuts and pastries and also specialize in cakes."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
7 of the Best Places to Eat in San Diego on a Budget
"Monday – Saturday: 5:00 am – 9:00 pm Sunday: 5:00 am – 7:00 pm. Specializing in the “old style of baking”, V.G. Donut & Bakery whips up tantalizing donuts, pastries, cookies, cakes, and more daily."
Devil's Dozen Donut Shop
Devil's Dozen Donut Shop
4.4 (299 ratings)
Hip donut shop with a short list of classic flavors made fresh hourly & locally roasted coffee.
2001 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Donut shop
Mentioned by There San Diego
11 of San Diego's Best Damn Donut Shops by Neighborhood
"A photo posted by @devilsdozendonuts on Aug 28, 2016 at 11:59am PDT. Devil’s Dozen in Little Italy offers more than just the traditional Maple Bar or Chocolate Twist. Their menu includes Nutella Hazelnut, S’mores, Churro Bites, and their Tres Leches Cake which is the delicious love child of a cake and a donut; it may be a sin (get it?!?) to taste this good!"
Mentioned by Spoon University
5 San Diego Donut Shops To Try Right Now
"You won’t find any fancy combinations or crazy displays at Devil’s, but they are nothing short of gourmet. It’s all about the classic flavors done with quality ingredients: vanilla bean, cinnamon sugar, chocolate, s’mores, and churro bites. Photo courtesy of kirbiecravings.com"
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee
4.6 (285 ratings)
3435 Del Mar Heights Rd d7, San Diego, CA 92130, USA
Donut shopCoffee shop
Mentioned by There San Diego
11 Places In San Diego To Take A Date With A Sweet Tooth
"Ok, Sidecar isn’t exactly a dessert place, but trust us – it will satisfy your sweet tooth!. It’s hard to explain how good Sidecar Doughnuts are…you just have to try one. And then you’ll try three more!"
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
Where to Eat The Best Donuts in San Diego, CA
"I bought 9 boxes for all my friends for a party & it was a hit!. Sidecar donuts are just delicious & the perfect donut flavors. Nothing was out of..."
Barrio Donas
Barrio Donas
4.6 (173 ratings)
4714 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117, USA
Donut shop
Sesame Donuts
Sesame Donuts
4.8 (421 ratings)
11040 Rancho Carmel Dr # 6, San Diego, CA 92128, USA
Donut shop
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
Where to Eat The Best Donuts in San Diego, CA
"Sesame Donuts always has plenty of donuts and they always taste fresh and delicious!. Their customer service is outstanding and they even throw in a few d..."
Fresh Golden Donuts
Fresh Golden Donuts
4.6 (49 ratings)
Familiar bakery-cafe fixing up an extensive donut selection, plus coffee & savory filled croissants.
10601 Tierrasanta Blvd # B, San Diego, CA 92124, USA
Donut shop
Golden Donut
Golden Donut
4.5 (347 ratings)
This bakery specializes in classic glazed & filled donuts & is situated in a small shopping plaza.
2360 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Donut shop
Mentioned by GiftYa
Treat Yourself to the Best Donuts in San Diego at These 8 Local Shops
"It’s their mission at Golden Donuts to make the best, most uniform donuts as they possibly can with every batch. Image courtesy of Golden Donuts Instagram. While you can expect pretty much any donut you pick up to be sweet, not everyone is a fan of the sickly sweet flavors that accompany a lot of the more well-known donut establishments around San Diego - let alone the whole country."
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
Where to Eat The Best Donuts in San Diego, CA
"Tried them out for the first time today and will definitely be back!. We got a variety of half a dozen donuts and Vietnamese coffee and love everything."
Winchell's Donut House
Winchell's Donut House
4.4 (237 ratings)
Donut chain serving sandwiches, muffins & other baked goods, plus coffee, licuado & raspado.
1501 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106, USA
Donut shopCoffee shopDessert shopTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSandwich shop

Best Lunch Restaurants in La Jolla

Little Frenchie
Little Frenchie
4.7 (234 ratings)
Chic, Parisian-style bistro & wine bar offering locally sourced, French recipes, plus brunch.
1166 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
French restaurantBrunch restaurantLunch restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by San Diego Union-Tribune
Why Coronado is San Diego County's next A-list dining destination - The
"This charming, modest-sized, all-day bistro is big on authentic Parisian touches and flavors. Diners are immediately greeted at the entryway with France’s two major food groups: a French/California cheese “altar” and an over-sized ice bucket filled with chilled Champagne. The bright, beach-meets-Left-Bank dining room is lined with white marble tables, a red leather banquette and traditional wicker-style bistro chairs."
Mentioned by Foodie Flashpacker
7 Must-Try Coronado Restaurants | Best Restaurants in Coronado, CA
"A tribute to the French neighborhood cafés that serve as the center of social and culinary life, Little Frenchie is a charming Parisian-style bistro and sidewalk cafe that locals and visitors have fallen in love with since it’s opening in May 2019. The produce is regionally sourced, and seafood is obtained from local area fishermen. Everything here is fun, fancy, and fresh."
Mentioned by OpenTable
The Best Cheap Eats in San Diego
"The comfortable and creative Little Frenchie bistro and wine bar is an entertaining spot for some of the best cheap eats in San Diego. Head out to this Coronado favorite to enjoy t..."
Le Parfait Paris
Le Parfait Paris
4.4 (1048 ratings)
French bakery serving classic pastries & light cafe fare in sophisticated, welcoming surrounds.
555 G St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Dessert restaurantBakeryBrunch restaurantDessert shopFrench restaurantIce cream shopLunch restaurantPatisserie
Sugar and Scribe Bakery - Fine Food
Sugar and Scribe Bakery - Fine Food
4.5 (394 ratings)
Quaint bakeshop featuring sweet treats & a selection of sandwiches & light meals to go.
7660 Fay Ave Suite I, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Brunch restaurantBakeryBreakfast restaurantCake shopCoffee shopCookie shopLunch restaurantPastry shopPie shopWedding bakery
Mentioned by lajollavacationrentalsca.com
The Best La Jolla Bakeries | La Jolla Vacation Rentals
"Sugar and Scribe is a quaint bakeshop located in the heart of downtown La Jolla. Voted the best bakery by San Diego Magazine and La Jolla Village News the bakery serves freshly made bread, pastries, cupcakes, cookies, and cakes. All of their pastries and bread are made in-house daily and they use all seasonal and local ingredients."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
Where to Eat in La Jolla
"Breakfast, lunch and takeout baked goods make up the menu at Sugar and Scribe, which is extremely popular during breakfast and lunch hours. It’s worth a visit even just to peruse the various baked goods made fresh every day."

Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in La Jolla

Great Plaza Buffet
Great Plaza Buffet
4.2 (1503 ratings)
Large, relaxed buffet restaurant offering a number of Asian & American items for lunch & dinner.
1840 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
Buffet restaurantAmerican restaurantAsian restaurantChinese restaurantFamily restaurantJapanese restaurantSushi restaurant
Cherrywine Modern Asian Cuisine
Cherrywine Modern Asian Cuisine
4.7 (98 ratings)
8008 Girard Ave #210, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Sushi restaurantAsian fusion restaurantBurmese restaurantCalifornian restaurantHawaiian restaurantNoodle shopPan-Asian restaurantSouth Asian restaurantThai restaurant
Sushi Mori
Sushi Mori
4 (199 ratings)
Bustling sushi bar in a cozy, vine-covered space offering large rolls, teriyaki & noodles.
2161 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Sushi restaurantAsian restaurantJapanese restaurant

Popular Gardens in La Jolla

Botanical Building
Botanical Building
4.7 (3699 ratings)4.5 (997 ratings)
Domed building from the 1915 Panama-California Exposition & a garden with more than 2,000 plants.
1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Botanical gardenNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by San Diego 5 days itinerary
5-Day Best of San Diego Itinerary
"Study humankind at the San Diego Museum of Man, marvel at aeronautic engineering in the San Diego Air and Space Museum, then catch your breath in the Botanical Building. Head up to North Park for happy hour at Polite Provisions; its beautiful cocktail lounge may hook you up with some small plates if you’re hungry. Save the appetite, though—North Park’s Restaurant Row is nearby."
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
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"The lath building was built for the 1915-1916 Exposition and now houses over 2100 tropical plants and palms (I recommend it if you like orchids). It is open every day except for Thursdays and one of the most photographed spots in San Diego. You can picnic on the grassy areas in front of it, too."
Balboa Park
Balboa Park
4.8 (56270 ratings)4.5 (11675 ratings)
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more.
San Diego, CA, USA
ParkFun & GamesHistory museumPlaygroundsGardens
Mentioned by sealtours.com
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"Like no place else in the country, Balboa Park offers a magnificent combination of art, architecture, history and agriculture in one expansive park. Spanning approximately 1,200 acres, Balboa Park was once known as City Park and was founded more than 125 years ago. Today, the park is home to 15 museums, theaters, marvelous gardens, restaurants, shopping and the world-famous San Diego Zoo."
Mentioned by snappr.com
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"Balboa Park is incredibly overdone, unless you are going to venture out some little bit. You will love spending your time walking around it's less popular locations. There are attractive gardens and lawns surrounding the park."
Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden
Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden
4.8 (655 ratings)4.5 (41 ratings)
Rose garden & wedding locale showcasing more than 100 varieties, with peak bloom in April & May.
2125 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
GardenNature & Parks

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