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    Donut Star

    3.8 (29 reviews)
    Open 4:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Paola D.

    I love a mom and pop restaurant, so Donut Star is a gem for me! Their donuts have a softness I can't resist. My go to donut spot!

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    Drew T.

    A small, local hole-in-the-wall donut joint. This place has been here (same owners as well) for over 20 years; so it must be doing something right. Selection is limited; seating inside is limited; & there is no bathroom. Also; cash only! Always clean however; & they make the best ham & cheese croissant this side of the Mississippi. Also; coffee is always fresh; albeit sometimes they don't have sugar free sweetener. Service is quick; occasionally friendly. 24 hour window usually open 365! Can't beat that. I appreciate small businesses such as this one; and always try & frequent as much as possible.

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    Franklin M.

    They have a nice selection of donuts when I stopped by on a Sunday morning. I picked out an orange and a chocolate cake donut and both were very good and flavorful. I can tell from the first bite that they had to be made just a few hours before I bought them. They also sell lottery tickets and I bought some too.

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    1 year ago

    Delicious donuts, it can be pricey but it is worth it to splurge in once in a while, they also serve ice cream and coffee

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    2 years ago

    Tasty drinks, good pastry's and good service , I love it and they're always fast to make the drinks

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    7 years ago

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    4 years ago

    Fresh tasty donuts and their coffee is always fresh and strong like I love it plus the lady that works there is the sweetest

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    9 years ago

    This is the most amazing donut shop. The lady is so kind and helpful.amazing customer service and food

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    7 years ago

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    13 years ago

    I love this place there's a reason why its always crowded they make good donuts and a great ham and cheese croissant

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    11 years ago

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    8 years ago

    First time trying this place as a treat for my son before school. The donuts were stale. Will not be back.

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    11 years ago

    Made an account just to review their donuts. Their Apple Fritters are amazing! Definitely will be back for more.

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    13 years ago

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    8 years ago

    Childhood donut shop love this place. Ham and cheese are the best but the owners are amazing

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    13 years ago

    Hands down the best donuts I've had in LA. Fast and friendly service, and cheap prices! My favorite was the traditional style glazed donut

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