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    3.7 (215 reviews)
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    Sugar donut
    Isaac Z.

    A childhood spot of mine, the owner is always super sweet and includes extra donut holes whenever I go. Always gotten the same thing, a sugar donut, and it's always perfect. Love their donuts!

    Neil G.

    Weekend evenings when I'm in the OC somehow always lead me to Donut Star, and honestly, I don't even have to ask myself why... Because their donuts are consistently good--like, dangerously good. The Bavarian cream, raspberry, and lemon-filled are basically my weekend therapy, and don't even get me started on the buttermilk glazed. Soft, sweet perfection that makes you forget about your diet, your problems, and the bad Chinese food you had for dinner lol Now, full disclosure: the evening lady behind the counter isn't exactly auditioning for Miss Congeniality. But hey--as long as the donuts keep tasting this heavenly, I'll keep showing up with a smile big enough for both of us. And if you happen to walk in right when the apple fritters are fresh out of the fryer? Forget sliced bread, forget world peace--THIS is the real miracle. Crispy, golden, sticky, gooey, everything you want in life wrapped up in one fritter. You'll wanna grab two, because the first one will disappear faster than your self-control lol - however, this was one of those 3 AM on my way home stops, just an FYI (and no--I am not a street walker lol) So yes, the smile-o-meter could use a little winding up, but who cares? The donuts do all the talking. And they're saying: "Come back tomorrow. And the next day. And the next."

    Happy  Easter
    E.J. A.

    I know I can always count on Donut Star for fresh donuts and a hot drink 24 hours a day/night! I enjoy their creativity with their seasonal donuts! They also may a variety of smoothies! The staff has always been so friendly.

    Ryane O.

    Open 24/7 and had been around forever. Standard donut shop, The maple bacon bar is generous with the bacon. I think its been the same lady here since I was in high school 20 years ago. She's nice. Very to the point. $3 for "a dozen" donut holes seems steep to me but I havent bought these in a few years so maybe I'm out of touch? But they tasted fine. Open 24/7!!!!

    She didn't even close my lid lol

    The female older employee is consistently rude for no reason I've been here for 2-3 years I've never had a problem with other employees. Today she told me light ice was a dollar extra for my iced coffee Dollar extra when you're gay and mind your business.

    Hello Kitty Donut
    Kyle K.

    Walked in last night around 12am and immediately starred this location and added it to my maps under "24hr good donuts". Service was fantastic, I asked her opinion on different donuts and we shared a laugh over a flavor we had differing opinions on. The store was clean, staff was friendly, and treats were delicious. Priced very reasonably as well, four donuts and a croissant for $10! Will be coming back for sure!

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    I don't know when this donut star became THE DONUT STAR. I've been living in Placentia for roughly 12 years now and I have to say, this is by far the best mom and pop donut star. I don't know when the kids took over but I love the family ambience. I love the creativity that goes into every bite. I'm a first responder and have taken multiple of my work partners here all the way from east Los Angeles where we're based out of and not one single soul has rated this less then a 10/10. this place deserved more stars and more praise then it gets. Try their blueberry donut, their strawberry muffin. Their creative artistic creations and I guarantee this spot will have you coming for more. EVEN THERE COFFEES SLAP. literally what are you doing and go TRY THIS PLACE NOW.

    The fancy here is really nice and cute! DEFINITELY SHOULD STOP BY TO GET SOME

    The best donuts and muffins I ever tried in my life! If there are 10 stars, I would have given 10

    Jess T.

    i love the donuts here !! it's super cute and the place is always so clean. Service is also fast and friendly ! 10/10

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    The owner of the restaurant is the best and they provide the best quality, come visit donut starsoo soo good

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    Love this place! Our go to for donuts! Kids always have fun here. Donuts are delicious!

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    2 years ago

    my bf and i come here so often. we love the donuts there and always share a coconut smoothie together. W donut place

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    My favorite donuts around!! The staff is always so welcoming and nice definitely my go to spot!

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    2 years ago

    Some of the softest donuts I've ever had. Wide variety to choose from as well. Highly recommend this place.

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    LOVE this place! Used to go when I was at CSUF and the new ownership is top-notch. Donuts are some of the best in OC!

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    the lady is so sweet and always a go to for donuts! highly recommended to visit this place

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    6 years ago

    Very bad service. Just wanna changing to separate bags. The lady just throw the donuts and perform rude with serious face.

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    Eggspresso

    4.3
    (901 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$

    I keep coming back for the lemon cream pancakes! Love the softness and that lemon cream is…read moreaddictive. A half stack probably would be filling enough since they're pretty big. Recently came and almost couldn't finish the full stack. Forgot they were 4 huge pancakes! Also liked the other food and drinks. Really should try more on the menu, but those pancakes keep calling me each time! It's one of those order first then sit down places. Plenty of seats inside and outside. Parking can be tough when the plaza is busy because it's a small lot but they validate.

    A hidden little gem that is tucked away by the hospital. If I wasn't told about this spot, I don't…read moreeven think I would have ever gone here. This spot has a private parking lot that is shared with several other businesses. With validation from the restaurant, parking is free for two hours. The moment you walk in, it's a nice homey feel to it. There is ample seating, both inside and outside. It's a bit of a fast casual restaurant, where you order at the front, take a number, sit down, and they will deliver to your table. I ordered the Lemon Pancakes, Breakfast Burrito with Bacon, and black coffee. The breakfast burrito is definitely hearty and very filling, a bit salty for my taste from the bacon. The Lemon pancakes are flavorful and fluffy, a great sweet treat if you are looking for one. Coffee is coffee. I'll definitely come back and try other dishes.

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    Early Bird

    Early Bird

    3.9
    (3.3k reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    I've been here several times in the past back when I was really into Benedicts, and this place made…read moresome delicious ones. The pork belly Bennie used to be my go-to every time. But now that I've kind of moved on from my Bennie phase, I found myself staring at the menu wondering what to order instead. After going back and forth for a while, I decided on the Serrano Chicken Sandwich - and it ended up being a great choice according to our server. It had a really nice spicy kick, and I especially loved the crunchy onions that added extra texture to every bite. I picked the mixed greens salad as my side, though the dressing made it a little too sour for my taste so I couldn't finish it. My boyfriend, who's a big omelette person, ordered the veggie omelette. It was decent, though I do wish they offered more than just 4 omelette options on the menu. Overall, still a good brunch spot with good food and a nice atmosphere.

    Early Bird is a cozy brunch spot favored amongst Brea's locals. Given the popularity, it's helpful…read moreto get you and your party on the waitlist by calling ahead or using Yelp. I can't remember everything we ordered, but I will say what stood out to me were the Lomo Saltado and Smoked Salmon Waffle. Lomo Saltado's portion was a bit small, but my friend really enjoyed her plate and she said the flavors played off one another wonderfully. The Smoked Salmon waffle inherently doesn't sound like anything special, but I was so glad I ordered it. The fresh ingredients featured weren't overly salty, the portion-to-price point ratio was a nice surprise, and the waffle itself was quite fluffy. I really enjoyed this. Funny enough, I had to take the other half home because I was so stuffed. More Deets: - Took less than 10 mins to get seated - Attentive Customer Service - Plenty of Parking - Hot Tea wasn't anything special, wouldn't get this again I'd love to come back and try more of the menu the next time I'm in the area!

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    Pork belly Benedict, Frank Floyd Benedict, Nitro Iced Coffee, & Strawberry Mimosa
    Pork belly Benedict, Frank Floyd Benedict, Nitro Iced Coffee, & Strawberry Mimosa
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    Fullerton Brew Co

    Fullerton Brew Co

    3.9
    (571 reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    My friends and I visited this restaurant for the first time, and surprisingly, there was no wait on…read morea Friday night. They have a good selection of American food, and I ordered chicken risotto ($24) from the "favorites" section of the menu. Portion sizes here are good, and we were very full after dinner. Service here was basic, and we got everything we needed. Friday night is also a peak time at Downtown Fullerton, so it was hard to find parking spot. However, the ambience here was relaxed. While the chicken risotto was pricy, I enjoyed the mixed flavors and large portion size. The flavor came from the caper-parmesan beurre blanc sauce. It's a slightly creamy butter sauce with mild sweetness and added flavor from white wine. The capers added a very welcome tangy and savory seasoning to the sauce; they're one of my favorite garnishes. The flavors from the breaded chicken and risotto weren't too strong. However, I would've liked the dish more with if they put less parmesan because I enjoyed the flavor from the beurre blanc sauce the most.

    Sundays brunch are popular here! Came on a Sunday brunch…read moretime, was in a mood for steak and eggs. The steak is pretty large , it comes with eggs any way you want and either potatoes or hash browns. I prefer the hash browns there perfectly Crunchy. My bf ordered the chicken salad.. I preferred mine. The service was ok, I feel like they could have visited more often, but the food made up for it!

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    Fullerton Brew Co
    Belgian Waffle Combo
    Belgian Waffle Combo
    Creme Brulee. $9.00.

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    Creme Brulee. $9.00.
    The Classic Cafe

    The Classic Cafe

    4.6
    (435 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$
    Free WiFi
    Wheelchair accessible

    I saw this place on someone's Instagram and thought I'd try it out. It looks like a house from the…read morefront. Because there was a parking spot in the front, I parked there. However, I recommend parking in their parking lot, in the back. That way, you get a view of the garden before you place your order. It's still nice in the front, very welcoming. You walk through the gate, up the stairs, and through the front door. It's nicely air conditioned inside. Indoor seating looks like someone's dining room. The counter is near the back, on the left hand side. I grabbed a menu to take a look before I ordered. Food items listed on one side of the menu, and so many drink options on the other side. Little overwhelming. Too many choices. Coffee and non-coffee drinks. Although they offer paninis and avocado toast, I ordered a regular spicy pork cupbap ($15) and Dubai chocolate latte, iced ($7.75), paid at the counter, and received a pager. When the pager started buzzing, I went inside to pickup my order. My drink was basically a dessert in a cup. Absolutely delicious. So many wonderful ingredients on top. The spicy pork cupbap is spicy. I mixed it all up like I would any bibimbap. It consisted of white rice, glass noodles, red cabbage, pork, and a perfectly fried egg on top. Delicious. They offer a large size, but regular is more than enough. I decided to sit outside, in the back, to get the full garden experience. Although Fullerton is a little warm in June, the garden is absolutely wonderful. It's like sitting in someone's backyard, but on steroids. You shouldn't have trouble finding a spot to sit. There are so many tables and chairs, all over the place, around every corner: In the main garden, in the garden in front, on both sides of the cafe, on both porches, the one in the back and smaller one in front. It's a garden of Eden, with a large, fruitful lemon tree standing in the center. Green plants and trees all over the place, flowering plants and succulents. There's a large gazebo and umbrellas to shade you from the sun. Fun, whimsical displays throughout the garden, including bird houses, curated displays, and miniature communities. Service was welcoming and efficient. I highly recommend this cafe if you're looking for a nice outdoor garden to eat, drink, and hang out.

    First off, this cafe is absolutely beautiful! I adore the vintage vibe and there is so much…read moreseating, both inside and outside in the backyard! It's probably one of the most creative cafes I've ever been to and it's a perfect spot for photos. I got their double ube latte, which was amazing and so rich in the ube flavor. It's not too sweet and it had the perfect balance of coffee and ube. They do advise you to mix it until the ube is all mixed in with the coffee and the presentation of it is so pretty! I never thought I'd be a fan of ube, but this drink sold it for me. Their banana einspänner is nice and creamy with a non-artificial taste of the banana. It tastes very "elegant", if that makes any sense at all. Overall, their drinks are a 10/10! They also have a lot of food that is Korean-inspired and I'll have to try a good eat next time I come! Service was amazing and the drinks come out pretty quick. I would definitely recommend this cafe for a pretty aesthetic and great coffee!

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    The Classic Cafe

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