Best Donuts in Old Town

We've collected top 10 mentioned donuts shops in Old Town from other articles such as Red Tricycle, The Dana on Mission Bay Blog, GiftYa.

Best Donuts in Old Town

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 San Diego 5 days itinerary
5-Day Best of San Diego Itinerary
"Start the day with donuts and coffee from Nomad Donuts, which will fuel you without leaving you too full for a day of action. Catch a morning surf lessons from Surfari Surf School at north Mission Beach, and enjoy some prime people-watching on the Pacific Beach Boardwalk while you catch your breath. You’ll have worked up quite an appetite, so sate it the way a local surfer would—with fish tacos from Oscars Mexican Seafood."
Mentioned by The Dana on Mission Bay Blog
The Best Vegan Restaurants in San Diego | The Dana on Mission Bay
"Satisfy your sweet tooth at North Park’s Nomad Donuts, which landed a spot in City Beat’s “Best Donuts in San Diego” roundup. Although not exclusively vegan, they do offer a number of non-dairy options, including ube taro, blueberry lavender, and Thai tea flavors. The venue itself is also delightful: a cherry-red, vintage double-decker bus set within a peaceful courtyard."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
17 Dessert Spots With Takeout and Delivery Options
"Visit this North Park shop for globally-inspired doughnut flavors like ube taro coconut and Thai tea. Montreal-style bagels and sandwiches are also available. Open regular hours for takeout and pickup or delivery via Postmates or DoorDash."
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 Holidify
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"Starting at 5pm on Fridays, this cosy downtown bakery turns into a craft beer bar with 24 authentic local taps paired with a rotating top of freshly baked donuts. Satisfy midnight craving at this Instagrammable paradise with colorful Homer’s donuts and Big Poppa stuffed with pop tarts. From the drink menu, their most fancy item is definitely the Butterbeer, glazed with butterscotch and served in intriguing Harry Potter themed glasses."
Mentioned by Spoon University
25 Epic Desserts in San Diego to Eat Before You Die
"You can find the Oh My Birthday Cake donut at the Donut Bar in San Diego. When you go you'll want to try the strawberry split and the French toast donut as well. This delectable donut will leave you wanting more."
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
Where to Eat The Best Donuts in San Diego, CA
"I've been looking to try the donuts here for the longest time and Donut Bar did not disappoint!. Delicious donuts, great coffee, and great atmosphere..."
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 Red Tricycle
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"Clearly they’re Very Good at everything they bake here since it’s a 3rd generation run bakery. Recipes and their old-fashioned baking style have been passed down for so long; which is why they’re here to stay. Of course they have the classic cookie flavors (choc chip, peanut butter, oatmeal and others), but they’re famous for their daily smiley face and surfing cookies."
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."
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
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"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..."
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."
Miss Donuts
Miss Donuts
4.1 (187 ratings)
7863 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, USA
Donut shopBakery
Donut Touch
Donut Touch
4.5 (231 ratings)
Casual spot offering a selection of sandwiches, all-day breakfast eats & creatively flavored donuts.
106, 6755 Mira Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92121, USA
Donut shop
Donut Star
Donut Star
4.5 (336 ratings)
A shop offering a daily changing menu of donuts in unique flavors, plus a few seats & a parking lot.
601 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Donut shop
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
Where to Eat The Best Donuts in San Diego, CA
"I'm always looking out for great donuts and Donut Star in Hillcrest did not disappoint. After having sushi for dinner, we needed something sweet to ..."

Best & Cool Bars in Old Town

Osetra Seafood & Steaks
Osetra Seafood & Steaks
4.4 (592 ratings)
Bottles from the 3-story wine tower are paired with seafood-focused Italian fare at this posh spot.
904 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantBarCalifornian restaurantCocktail barRaw food restaurantRestaurantSushi restaurantWine bar
Basic Bar & Pizza
Basic Bar & Pizza
4.5 (1500 ratings)
Bustling modern loft space featuring gourmet thin-crust pies served alongside a variety of beers.
410 Tenth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Pizza restaurantBarRestaurant
Bassmnt San Diego
Bassmnt San Diego
3.5 (185 ratings)
Large club with a basement feel & bottle service specializing in electronic-dance & house music.
919 Fourth Ave suite 100, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Night clubBarDance clubEvent venueConcert hallMusical club
Mentioned by Holidify
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"Situated in the Gaslamp Quarter of the city, this night club is in the heart of the city’s nightlife district. This place is popular specifically for their EDM genre music but they also have a separate room which features hip hop and other genres. They have three bars and a separate smoking lounge too."

Best Zoo in Old Town

Elephant Odyssey
Elephant Odyssey
4.7 (77 ratings)
2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Zoo
Mentioned by LaJolla.com
The San Diego Zoo
"Elephant Odyssey is one of the most well known parts of the park. It’s a huge area that’s dedicated solely to several beautiful African and Asian elephants. The Elephants are free to roam among large areas, and it also includes the Elephant Care Center where you may see a zookeeper caring for one of them."
Mentioned by Ultimate Disney Planning Guide: MickeyVisit.com
Ultimate Guide to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Safari Park
"The Elephant Odyssey is home to the African and Asian elephant habitat. This area includes the majestic elephants along with the Elephant Care Center and Fossil Portal. Guests can also see lions, jaguars, California condor, camels, and the Malayan tapir."
Lost Forest
Lost Forest
5 (1 ratings)
Treetops Way, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Zoo
Mentioned by LaJolla.com
The San Diego Zoo
"The Lost Forest is a fun little area packed with extensive trails that wind through exhibits and aviaries. These trails are home to animals from the rainforests of Asia and Africa, and wind their way up into the canopy as well as along the forest floor, with arboreal animals displayed above and ground dwellers below. You’ll find monkeys, barbirusas, tigers, great apes, okapis, and several various species of exotic birds."
Mentioned by Ultimate Disney Planning Guide: MickeyVisit.com
Ultimate Guide to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Safari Park
"Guests will feel like there are in the rain forest when they enter the Lost Forest. The Lost Forest is in the northeast corner of the Zoo. Some animals in this area include hippos, tigers, okapi, otters, birds and primates."
Living Coast Discovery Center
Living Coast Discovery Center
4.6 (706 ratings)4.5 (182 ratings)
Interactive center focuses on animals native to the San Diego Bay such as stingrays & sea turtles.
1000 Gunpowder Point Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91910, USA
ZooZoos & AquariumsAquariumBird watching areaEvent venueNature preserveWedding venueWildlife refuge
Mentioned by Go San Diego
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"This not-for-profit aquarium and zoo connects kids with the animals and plants of the California coast. Located on the Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge in Chula Vista, the Living Coast Discovery Center offers family-friendly activities and events such as shark, ray, turtle, and eagle feedings; guided trail hikes; Overnight Adventures; and VIP Animal Encounters. Seasonal exhibits promote wildlife conservation and educate young visitors about their impact on the environment."
Mentioned by Crazy Family Adventure
15 Fun and Exciting Things To Do In San Diego With Kids
"This nonprofit discovery center is there to provide environmental education related to coastal resource conservation. You park in a parking lot and bus takes you over to the center. Once there you can see the sharks, visit the sting ray touch tank, and see the bald eagles they have there."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
24 Fun Things to Do in San Diego with Kids for 2021 (Family Friendly!)
"This is located in the Sweetwater Marsh Unit of the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge in Chula Vista and is a popular choice for school trips. The experience here is pretty unique. You get to feed bat rays and have meet-and-greets with reptiles."

Best Dinner Places to Eat in Old Town

Grub Burger Bar
Grub Burger Bar
4.4 (1263 ratings)
12045 Carmel Mountain Rd #303, San Diego, CA 92128, USA
American restaurantBarBar & grillCocktail barFamily restaurantHamburger restaurantLunch restaurantRestaurantSandwich shop
Hob Coffee East Village
Hob Coffee East Village
4.6 (220 ratings)
Warm wood & bright mint green make for a soothing backdrop at this coffee & pastry specialist.
1068 K St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
CafeCoffee roastersCoffee shopRestaurantTea house
Mentioned by Brooksy
Top 10 Coffee Shops in Downtown San Diego
"It’s not very often you find a true-blooded mom & pop coffee shop anymore – especially not in a metropolitan area like downtown San Diego. In operating Bean Bar, husband and wife duo, Sandra and Jason Scheller shine like a beacon of hope for small-business in our all too corporate world. Entrepreneurs like them contribute to the soul of the city by selflessly injecting their own passions, spirits, and love into the products they make."
Shores Restaurant
Shores Restaurant
4.1 (310 ratings)
Inside the La Jolla Shores Hotel, this refined, oceanfront staple dishes up unique Californian fare.
8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Restaurant
Mentioned by San Diego Tours - Food, Drink & History | So Diego Tours
Top 10 Restaurants in La Jolla Shores | So Diego Tours
"Go straight from the sand to The Shores Restaurant located in the La Jolla Shores Hotel. They have a sustainable, fresh, coast-inspired seafood menu that compliments the beautiful San Diego oceanfront dining, perfect for a sunset view. With an open-air patio, bar and Pacific Ocean views, it’s not to be missed!"
Mentioned by American Eats
The 5 Best La Jolla Restaurants
"Since 1970 when the hotel first opened its doors, visitors from all over the world have enjoyed beachfront fun, accommodation, and food at The Shores. As one of the best La Jolla restaurants, culinary prowess comes to life at the edge of the sea. The hotel offers three dining choices for guests."
Mentioned by ljbtc.com
La Jolla Beach Restaurants | La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club
"Savor fresh seafood and coastal inspired dishes with views of La Jolla Cove and the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy delicious eats made from local, farm-fresh ingredients, cocktails, craft beers, or local wines. Try the Signature Ahi Tuna Bowl and Beer Battered Mahi Tacos."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Old Town

Bayside Unit 3 - Bay View III
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$502 /night
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Bayfront Getaway on Boardwalk with Hot Tub!
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$228 /night
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista, an IHG Hotel
Hotel
$244 /night
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