I stopped by to get a donut this morning and the lady behind the counter was clearly sick, Sneezing, coughing and Couldn't even talk. Stay home lady! I asked her if she was sick she completely ignored my question. read more

I love Colonial Donuts. I don't like fancy donuts and I don't like big-chain donuts (Krispy Kreme, Dunkin'). I like small, cheap donut shops. Colonial exactly that kind of place. You can get all the essentials like old fashioned, donut holes, plain cake, or sprinkles. You don't pay more than a few bucks. And the coffee is cheap. Sure, it tastes cheap, but that's the kind of coffee that's meant to go with a donut. You don't dip a cake donut into a five-dollar coffee. It's your quintessential California donut shop. What more could you want. Five stars for starting many mornings off right with coffee and a donut from Colonial. read more

Gotta love the donut holes here :)

Delicious donuts, friendly staff. Love the maple bars and blueberry cake and the apple fritter

Very convenient local place. All the donuts are so YUMMY! Love the new mochi donuts! They know every single regular customer's name. Very friendly and lovely shop! My kids loves this place and we go there every weekend. read more

Great place until my daughter had a reaction to a donut there. I asked if they are peanuts in the recipe and they had no idea. If there are peanuts in the recipe that is something that should know, peanut allergy can be extremely dangerous? I always ask about nuts but we have been getting donuts there for years. The people they are very friendly. We will miss going. read more

There is no better time for a donut than any time of day or night. Chocolate old-fashioned, to jelly rolls...you name it, they have a fresh one for you! read more

First off, Colonial Donut sells donuts. They also sell lottery tickets to fools who never fully understand math and the concept of probability. The donuts are fresh, taste good, and I'm not to eat their products based on advice from my cardiologist. Every other month I tell my doctor to piss off and have a plain croissant, a chocolate glazed donut, plus a coffee fill up in my mug. I just say coffee and they pour me what's in the pot. It's simple and easy. Say please, sir/ma'am/miss to people up at Zero Dark Thirty to make your damn donut. Like many Bay Area people you're inflicted as passive aggressive snobs Pretty good keyboard warriors you folks are trashing a donut shop. No matter what type of food service business, I don't understand the rancor because you had to que up and wait as if your time was so bloody important. It's a donut. It's coffee, tea, milk, or hot chocolate. Eat them and play the lottery, what my math colleagues call a tax on the stupid. read more

This donut shop is one of my favorite. The staff is always really kind and patient with me while I make my selection. All the donuts are delicious. From the donut holes to their custom donut. Every. Donut. Is. Delicious! I really love that they've been in Montclair village forever. The donuts are always on point. Thank you Colonial donuts for always making my days much sweeter. I wholeheartedly recommend this spot. read more

is a hole in the wall , no in the dough. is a whole lots of sugar plus carbs if you can not eat : what good is living. read more

Colonial Donuts here is the nicest, most spacous, cleanest of them all. only the coffee is lacking. menu: donuts(.95), speciality donuts (1.75), muffins (1.75) crossaints (1.85, 2)... pour: american's best coffee(1,5) -weak coffee, tab harsh, not that enjoyable -saw only one blend 3 stars. drips: -fast service, -4 stars overall for the food, 3 for the coffee. read more

I've been here a couple of times and have not been impressed. Bagel sandwich with ham, egg, & cheese. The bagel was hard as a rock, one thin ham slice, and the cheese tasted like plastic. Gave them another try. Apple fritter. Overcooked and burnt tasting. Both times to go so didn't notice until long gone. Burn me twice . . . not worth a return. read more

These donuts were pretty delicious. I have high expectations, especially coming from a city full of fantastic donut shops. They had such a large variety I didn't know where to start! I liked that they had the option of regular sized donuts and smaller ones as well. I went with an old fashioned sour cream donut and a french cruller. You guys. They literally melted in my mouth- they were so fresh. They were a wee bit pricey, but worth it for whenever I'm in Oakland. I'll certainly be back! read more

Stopped in early in the morning so donuts were still warm, coffee was fresh and it wasn't very busy. You can stay in sit but this is more of a grab and go spot. Parking in the area is limited and they don't allow pets inside FYI. Overall good place for what it is coffee and donuts. read more

I really wanted to like Colonial Donuts, and I finally went in to try their donuts the other week. Unfortunately, I can't recommend their donuts. 1 star for the over priced chocolate cruller donut - tasteless and heavy, especially compared to the French crullers from https://www.yelp.com/biz/golden-bell-donuts-san-mateo 2 stars for the regular chocolate donut - nothing spectacular, had better from any Krispy Kreme and https://www.yelp.com/biz/dynamo-donut-and-coffee-san-francisco-4?osq=donuts read more

Colonial is a pretty basic space, as most classic donut shops are. More of a take out environment, though there are tables. It's a bit of an Oakland institution and there are, at present, 3 different locations. I highly recommend the blueberry and buttermilk donuts, definitely some of their best. They've perfected the middle ground of sweetness (not too sweet but not lacking). Wouldn't say they're pricey, but they're not on the cheaper scale of donuts. read more

The donuts here are big and poofy. I always get the apple-filled bear claw because it seems like the best value - big donut with lots of filling. Service here is whatever; they aren't particularly friendly or unfriendly. But honestly, I don't think about the type of service I'm getting during donut transactions. read more

I use to only go to the location on Lakeshore because I did t know about thos spot. I was working very early this morning and stopped by to get a few doughnuts to take home. As usual the woman waiting on me was friendly and had a ready smile! Makes a huge difference! If you haven't been to Colonial you need to get there! Really good doughnut. Fluffy and doesn't have that greasy or crispy-ness around the edges. read more

Great selection and pricing. Friendly counter staff. Be sure to feed the meter and not give $ to Oakland. I would like to see them expand coffee options. Add some decor. read more

Great early morning honest to goodness donut shop. There's few places I'd rather drop into at 5:30am than than here. Coffee's fresh and hot. The scent of warm donuts fill the air, and kick start your taste buds. The donuts themselves are excellent. The staff and customers are friendly and considerate. On the days I can get here early, it sets a pleasant tone for the rest of my day. read more

Colonial Donuts - Hours as of Jan 12 2018 - Donuts Near Me - Oakland, California

Colonial D is an old Oakland staple for donuts. There's four locations around town. The one on Lakeshore is well known. I used to hit up colonial after delivering the Oakland Tribune in the early dawn on my bmx mongoose. So it is a sentimental favorite. But there is some good news. Colonial is still alive and well and has moved to a new location in the montclair area. Stop by and grab a buttermilk or a raised chocolate after you pick up your coffee at Peets. Cause we all know you're going to Peet's anyway.. Some do go to the Starbucks around the corner. But most cue up for their daily fix of Peets coffee and they tweek out on those benches. Regardless of that scene over there, I don't like wasting my money on over priced Peets pastries. I usually head out of Peets as quickly as possible to avoid those feisty and wired people. Colonial is not the greatest donut shop in the world. For instance, Bob's Donuts in SF is better overall. But Colonial is convenient and without any annoying pretentions... The basic interior has retro soda counters, tables and stools. The donuts are still decent. Rarely are there big lines, and there's ample space to sample some apple fritter deliciousness. Also back in the California bronze age this place served up stoner dude donuts. Stop by for a taste. read more

I try to eat healthy but sometimes I walk a crooked line. Talking to my brother he says you eat donuts... I thought you survive on egg whites, eggo nutri-grain waffles, fruit and muscle milk for breakfast. Well five days a week I do but on the Saturdays and Sundays anything can happen .Corrned beef hash, linguicia, chorizo all of the stuff that is artery clogging and cholesterol raising that tastes so good. My first time to Colonial donuts and I orderd this big custard filled chocolate covered donut bar. The girlfriend had this apple fritter that was the size of a mini-loaf of sourdough bread. This thing tasted good, every bad food taste bud that lays dormant was totally green. Wow the donut was fresh and I could have another one but I had yard work to do and I did not want to be laying on the couch in a donut coma. I have not had a donut in six months so this treat was totally worth it. I think these guys leaves Winchell's Donuts in the dust. read more

I've been going to colonial Donuts for years. The donuts are always good and tasty. Not greasy as in some other establishments. They are fresh and have a good variety. The place is old and dingy but I always buy donuts to go so it doesn't matter to me. I always like their chocolate old fashioned donuts and the apple fritters. Colonial has been in business for centuries. I hope they stay in business. read more

very dirty place, the two ladies who for them needs to be respectful and get the orders faster.

The standard go-to donut place in Oakland. If you're itching for a donut, come get your fix here (glazed are great, apple fritters and bear claws ok). Classic donuts, nothing fancy or too interesting. read more

Huge delicious donuts, perfect glazes... Coffee done right Look.. forget about going to college, going to job or watching daytime TV. Come Colonial Donuts and LEARN ABOUT LIFE!!! You not only get a donut here, but mingle in with the locals (daily 8am - 11am) and learn about psychology, geology, art, foods, graphics, history, computers, real estate, sociology, current events, movies, trends, fashions, bikes, tools, politics.. the list goes ON and ON. Need a lawyer? come on down.. free law advice for the price of a donut and a cup of coffee... Ladies Need any medical suggestion, such as whether or not you should spring for breast implants... no problem... come on down, buy a donut and show your stuff. had a great time.. read more

I will never go in to the donut shop when i see the old lady there! She is such a bitch! All I wanted was a lottery ticket and she was busy making sandwiches so she told me "i'm busy! come back!" she was so pissed that people actually wanted to patronage the place and that she had to work! I was more shocked that people would order and eat the sandwiches there! I will go in when the girls are working and they are super nice and friendly! Donuts are ok and coffee is good! read more

Go for the donuts, not the breakfast food. Their croissant sandwiches are made in the microwave with a square of American cheese that gets melted, turning the croissant into a hot, chewy mess. Coffee is decent if you don't feel like walking around the corner to Starbucks. read more

Colonial Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Oakland, California

Pretty much obsessed with every donut I have tried here. These aren't fancy/trendy donuts that you get at the hipster donut shops in SF.. these are all old fashioned, traditional donuts and they are amazing. I highly recommend the old fashioned cake donut with maple glaze, the French crueller, and the buttermilk with glaze.. All amazing!! read more

Colonial Donuts - French Crueller with maple glaze. - Donuts Near Me - Oakland, California

Been coming here for years. They make the best donuts. I always seem to overload when I'm here....lol The employees are very friendly and the new location is nice too. read more

No other Donut place makes quality, great tasting donuts. It's the only place I buy donuts from. I have been going here since I was a toddler. The workers and owners are so nice. Sometimes when I came close to closing time or ordered a dozen donut holes, they would slip a couple extras in there for free. read more

Cringe worthy. I had one overpriced item, it was stale and utterly inedible. I threw it away without finishing. Starbucks would have been better. Save your money, a total disappointment. I am sad and doughnut less. read more

This place had horrible service. Let me explain- I went in there to get a donut. They hadn't closed yet and I walked in. The door was wide open and people just came out. When I came in, the lady was all in the back and then she yelled: "WE'RE CLOSED!" I started to walk out when she yelled again. "WHAT DO YOU WANT?" I thought she just said that it was closed, so I started to walk out when she asked me what I wanted again. I assumed she was talking about donuts so I asked for a Glazed Donut. She responded with "Ughh okay," Once she got it, I asked her if they had any nuts. I have an extreme allergy. She said, "Yes nuts we have nuts you want nuts?" I told her that I was allergic and she said "Okay you get nuts." She held up the donut like there was nuts. I didn't want to talk to her more, so I just gave her my money and took the donut. I didn't end up eating it. Overall, this service was unacceptable. Many people in the world have allergies, and this place needs to think about that more. This is a shame, don't go to this place until they fix their service. read more

If I could give this business a 0 star rating I would I was a vendor for the Montclair farmers market located here on Lasalle st. I came in bought two donuts this morning, came back in 5 minutes later telling the employee I was a farmers market vendor and wanted to know if I could use there restroom he kindly told me no wow that's how you treat a paying customer I will never come back here ever again! read more

Love all their donut spots. If you're from Oakland you know and love Colonial Donuts. I can't even walk by one without stopping for at least one... OKAY TWO!! read more

Good service, good donuts, good space, and decent coffee. What more could you ask for in a donut shop? I like the custard filled with chocolate, and old fashioned! read more

Fresh, fluffy donuts in an open space. Nice high top tables to read the newspaper. Friendly ladies serving coffee & the donuts. Coffee could be improved. read more

I love kitschy (AKA, shitty looking) donut shops. Bright florescent lights, old seating and everything. They're normally really good and cheap as hell. Colonial Donuts is neither. I had a ham & cheese croissant ($3.75) and by the way it tasted, I am pretty sure every ingredient came from Costco. Kraft single (WHY?! OH COME ON) and everything. Wamp Wamp, ya'll. read more

My favorite donuts in Montclair: glazed chocolate old-fashion doughnuts...glaze so thick, you'll crack a tooth! I'm also partial to the raised-sugar donuts. read more

I wonder if the "old lady" mentioned earlier is the one i met today. Been in here before but never sat down. Told I wanted a croissant and I cup of coffee for here. Got a paper bag and a paper cup and look straight outta the bar scene in Star Wars (aka we don't serve your kind in here!). Bought a lottery ticket just in case. And the croissant tasted like a biscuit. read more