The owner is a really nice guy, our car was stuck in front of his shop at night while my husband tried to get food from Habbit next-door. In the morning I called Ace Donuts and talk to the owner so he won't call a towing service and explain what happened tonight before, he was such a nice guy. He offered to leave a note on the car and he did just that. Called the second time and told him that we cannot contact the Hanmi Bank on the right side of his shop because it's automated service, he offered that he would go talk to the manager of the Bank. Can you believe it? at noon next day, we went there to get the car, he was so kind came to the car and gave us some advice so I had to try his donuts and yes, they are very delicious. Clean place, delicious Donuts and my favorite custard with strawberry filling. read more

Great service, prices and variety. This is what a donut shop should be. No frills or fancy hipster artisanally yeasted nonsense. Been here for years and hopefully will continue to be. read more

The apple fritter was absolute perfection. The crisp edges gave it great texture and the filling was divine. The owner is a very down to earth person who is very proud of the donuts they make. I highly recommend Ace Donut read more

I've been here a few times and always got delicious doughnuts. I got here late today, and my doughnuts still tasted fresh. The employee was friendly. The shop was clean. I like coming here when I'm in the area. read more

We have come here twice! Our son was lucky the last time because they did not have that many sprinkle donuts left. Thankfully, he was able to two of the three sprinkle donuts. The service was decent, there was only one guy. The ambiance is like any other donut shop! read more

Love the Ace. They have the jumbo donut only place in Irvine, Tustin and Lake forest who makes it. We called so many donut shops and they were the only ones who clearly understood the task. The owner asked the right questions and was extremely helpful. We were sooo glad and surprised. Ordered 2 days ahead and sprinkles are the way to go. The sky is the limit in decorations and will order for my super bowl bash. They take credit cards yessss and plenty of parking. Door faces the chevron and next to habit. Staff is all family and they are very kind and friendly. Donuts are made daily. Great job We love Ace read more

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bought a few donuts including the recommended fritter. It had zero apple filling, disappointing.

Quick, friendly service and tasty donuts that hit the spot. Will be back when I'm in the mood for some donuts!

The owner is always so kind! Every year we have a few events that require dozens of doughnuts. The owner gave us his personal phone number to call him the day before so he could have it all set for us to pick up the morning of. Outside of the wonderful service, the donuts are so good! Classic donut holes with fluffy inside. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

Ace Donuts is a previously rated 5+ star shop for deliciously perfect donuts and friendly service. The young man who waited on me was so friendly and knowledgeable about a variety of donuts and their taste, as he has sampled a lot of competitors'. My simple glazed donut was large, fluffy, tender, and lightly glazed. Not greasy, dripping in glaze. Just perfect. I was a former Krispy Kreme lover, but the flavor and size of this gem puts a Krispy Kreme at $2.59 each to shame. I also bought a French cruller for later, but it was consumed before I backed the car out. I ate TWO fabulous donuts in one sitting. BEST donut place in TOWN!!! I definitely will be back. read more

I had been going to Ace Donuts on and off for a decade. I hadn't been in a few months so I went in today looking for an apple fritter for my husband when I saw these burnt fritters. I asked the gentleman at the counter if they had any ones in the back that weren't burnt and he was snarky when he said, "No. they're supposed to look like this." Apple Fritters are the only donuts my husband will eat so I know what they are supposed to look like a these chunks of charcoal they were trying to pass off as apple fritters weren't right. read more

Ace Donut - Burnt apple fritters - Donuts Near Me - Irvine, California

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My favorite donut store in Irvine! Right down the street from my house. It reminds me of my favorite donut store back in my home town. It's family run and the staff is very nice every time I've gone. They have a very good selection of donuts and they all have been delicious. I've never been lucky enough to get my hands on the donut holes there as they always sell out by the time they get there but it just gives me a reason to keep coming back! read more

Ace Donut - Donuts Near Me - Irvine, California

I have been going to Ace for years and have had good service until recently. My son purchased a donut and took a bite and it was not good, it was stale. I returned hoping they would exchange it for a new one with no complications. The young man refused to take it back and give me one that hopefully would not taste bad. he refused saying he had taken a bite and when I told him how would my son know it's not good until he's taken a bite. I wouldn't be returning it if it were bad. any other place or restaurant would have replaced it, they didn't. I even paid for a different one because he was hungry and we were traveling. the new one was not stale. I can't believe for $2 he would not give me a new one. I will never go back. keep the stale donut and the money. read more

Stopped by on the way to a bible study meeting on a Wednesday morning and got a dozen assorted donuts. The guy who helped me was very nice and attentive. I was in and out so quickly. I had never been to this donut shop but it looked like your typical donut shop with the display cases filled with an assortment of donuts. Vibes felt like a homey, small business. The tastes of the donuts were very good. Light and airy and not overly sweet. If I'm in the area and in need of a sweet treat, I'd stop by. I was just a little surprised by how much donuts costs these days. It cost me $19 for a dozen assorted donuts when I paid cash. read more

my girlfriend and I came here after a clinic visit right next door, and these donuts are delicious!! I'm from LA and these def reminded me like the ones back home! Owner super nice and respectful. 10/10 !! :) read more

Ace Donut - chocolate twist and classic! - Donuts Near Me - Irvine, California

I got there around the time they were just opening. I found this place through next door app. The relative was spreading the word that her family owns it and i support family businesses. They were just making these when i came and not ready, so it means its fresh. I can hear the oil boiling. I was patient and it paid off. The strawberry one had little custard and powdered sugar on top. The bun is very nicely fluffy and light flavor. read more

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This place should have better ratings. Best donuts in the north Irvine area. The owner is kind and the workers are always welcoming. Best part is their donuts - perfectly soft and pillowy. Can't go wrong with the glaze twists and the donut holes always smack read more

Best donuts in irvine! Taste is so clean and not greasy at all. The store must change out the oil often! Will be our new go to donut spot in irvine:) read more

They have the best donuts!! They have the perfect crunch on the outside of the apple fritters.

Cute mom and pop donut shop with good selection~ This shop is small, located in culver drive with plenty of parking. There were not that many people when my Bf and I came around 07:45 Am, but people started trickling in after. We got the Bavarian cream donut~ Solid donut with good cream to dough ratio! Dough was super fluffy and the chocolate coating on top balanced out the richness of the cream. Quick service and good quality sweet treat. Would love to try the other dishes my next visit! read more

Mom and pop donut shops are all the same but what makes a difference is the fantastic customer service and friendly staff. I love this place and there's actually another donut shop across the street from my home that is walking distance but I prefer to come to Ace Donut because of the staff. The staff here are super nice and I walk out happy. They take credit cards (whereas some other donuts places are cash only)!!!! I highly recommend! read more

This donut shop is so consistently good that I never got around to reviewing it, although I have been a customer for over 10 year. There are no gimmicks here. The donuts are all of the standard shapes, consistency and flavors with which we are so familiar: cake, raised and old fashioned; glazed, chocolate, iced, sprinkles. They somehow have a least a few of every donut available, pretty much anytime up until 11am. Many other shops are pretty well picked over by 9am. How do they do it? Quality, consistency and quantity? By keeping it simple, not going for trendy stuff and knowing what the customer needs. A simple recipe for success, that makes Ace Donuts a 5-star winner. read more

Ace Donut - Bear Claw, Buttermilk Bar, Holes, Cinnamon Roll - Donuts Near Me - Irvine, California

After writing my first review for this business, I discovered many changes recently with staff and product quality=both are lacking from my first experience read more

Guy at register had staring problem. I walked in and he asked me if I was ok? I was confused. Him and the guy in the back making donuts completely starting and dogging me down. It was like 5am. I got a jalapeño cheese croissant and crumble glaze donut. My croissant was cold even though the guy told me it was warm. The crumble donut was just average. Wasn't soft or tasty what so ever. Will not be coming back here. Just weird vibes straight from the get go. read more

We get the sprinkle donut and chocolate bar. Decent selection and good donuts for a reasonable price. They do sell out fast of some donuts so go early on the weekends. read more

I liked this place back in the 90's, when they had Slush Puppy drinks and they made good donuts. These days they're donuts don't taste right, and the hours are just breakfast hours. This place is always closed, I have no idea how they're still in business. I always thought it was a front for a drug business, and it's just strange how they're still in business as a donut store, it makes you think. Plus they charge a stupid fee for the box, you're telling me there's a box shortage when you're a donut shop who sells specific boxes for donuts? You're not the only donut store in town, quit ripping off your customers. With bad store hours, bad donuts, no Slush Puppies and bogus box fees, there's no reason for people to shop here. read more

We love Ace donut. Vivian is so nice to my daughters, and always brings a smile to our faces. The girls love their sunday treat and seeing their friend at the donut shop! read more

Guys. I bought a plain glazed donut today right before they closed for the day. I don't ever remember having such a good donut. It was perfect. (Canadian Tim Hortons Timbit lover over here). What a nice treat. Also got some croissants to make breakfast sandwiches with tomorrow morning read more

Person who served me was very nice. However, the bran muffin was not tasty. The texture was heavy. Dissapointed.

The best donuts in town! They are a wonderful family owned business, kindest friendliest people . The donuts are so fresh and delicious. And best of all the price is unbeatable. read more

So disappointed. Bought donuts and the lady stuffed them all in a tiny bag so the frosting was all over the place and the donuts all smashed. What a mess! Second time coming here and thought I'd give it another chance. Going back to Dunkin'. read more

Ace Donut - Donuts Near Me - Irvine, California

Always the friendliest that staff that seem to know their regulars; donuts come out fresh throughout the day and you can call ahead to see when they're coming out. Donuts are good, wouldn't kill for them, but imo they have the best apple fritters (esp when hot and fresh) on this planet, would figuratively lay my life down for them. read more

I don't eat donuts due to the high calories. I finally decided to indulge myself with an apple fritter, an old fashion from Ace Donut. The donuts were so good and fresh, worth every calorie. The owner was a very nice man. Also, brought back childhood memories of eating yummy donuts from mom/pop donut shops. read more

The owner of this place ROCKS! He took our very large school order and had it ready for pick up at 5:30am. I ordered a coffee and donut holes for myself and he was so kind and said it was on the house as a thank you for ordering 10dz donuts. His donuts were very tasty and the students loved them. We didn't dine in but I have always noticed his donut shop was very clean. We will be ordering from this place going forward. read more

Friendly service and the donuts are good. Every time I go there, they are fresh. I feel bad when I go to donut places, knowing they're not getting the regular office orders due to covid WFH, and then only getting 2-4 donuts. We don't have many donut places in Irvine, so let's keep this place open! read more

Great local donut shop! They have your traditional, classic donuts. The blueberry donut is a consistent favorite of ours! These donuts are getting expensive though at $14 for a dozen, but trying to support our small businesses, especially in COVID times. read more

The donuts are ok .. what I dont get with any coffee shop why do they sell french vanilla creamer .. the taste of donuts seems like old oil not fresh read more

So, my review here is long overdue to be updated. I think my first time in here was a fluke bad day. I have returned many times since... it is close to my work, they take Amex, I get breakfast for my office every Friday, its convenient... and the donuts are good! I just tried the bacon maple donut this morning for the first time, it was good! The two guys in the morning are always friendly, and helpful. My coworkers really like the donuts here, I have tried the danish (cheese, strawberry, chocolate chip) and a few of the donuts... next I want to try one of the muffins. My original review was from a year ago... and I decided to just delete it and start over... since I do frequent here now and the service and everything is great. :) read more

Great. Love this place, great donuts, service is great, people are nice. Always an easy pleasant experience.

This "sniffs in" at about 3.5 stars... BLUEBERRY CAKE donut -- looks fried and not baked; moist; blueberry factor is average; moderately sweet or more; nothing dry at all about this which is good PLAIN CAKE donut -- oddly enough it tastes more baked than fried; not dry nor moist; nice with a cup of coffee when you want simple very lightly sweet pastry w/java read more