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    Mary's Donuts

    4.3 (402 reviews)
    Open 12:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Sharon B.

    We went in for a quick pickup of a dozen donut for an early meeting. There wasn't anyone in line on a Sunday morning. Everyone liked the fresh and tasty donuts. Friendly service too!

    burnt fritter, or maybe it was fried in really old oil
    Brenda W.

    I've only been to Mary's a few times for donuts. So today I came it for a sandwich and an apple fritter. Maybe it's just because I'm not a regular but all of the workers always act standoffish. Never a greeting when I've walked in. I take my time to look at the sandwich menu and the lady at the sandwich register leaves. So I scoot down, looking at the donuts they have. The donut cashier stands there until I ask about a certain donut in the case. She answers and I order the donuts. I ask, "Do I need to order my sandwich at the other register?" She says yes, but rings it up anyways. I get the California sandwich and two donuts $25.89 with tip. Asked for Jalapeño bread for my sandwich, didn't receive that, no biggie, I can live with that. Sandwich was a little bland. Plain turkey, provolone, mashed avocado, sprouts, tomato. I will have to add a little garlic salt and pepper to the other half. Now, I have been to Mary's before for the Apple fritter and it's been okay. But today, 12/4, my fritter tasted burnt. Not like a little crispy burnt, like burnt to the point that it's the only thing I can taste. Either burnt or they are using really old oil? It's hard to say. Maybe it was a rough morning for production but to burn, then also put out product for sale is never cool. I'd be more understanding if they said they didn't have fritters because they burnt them. Overall a disappointing third and last try at Mary's.

    We walk by every morning with Kalea & Meeko
    Chris L.

    Donuts are fresh and the best part, they are open 24 hours which is perfect for those late night cravings

    Hot patrami and provolone no tomato.

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    The donuts are fresh and the staff is super sweet. Loved the muffins and I will have to try the sandwiches. Heard they are awesome

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    Everything is super tasty so you can't go wrong ! Many, many years of outstanding quality and service.

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    The donuts, donut holes, apple fritters and sandwiches are fantastic! Nice patio to sit on.

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    i never write reviews, but this was the best meat ball sub ive ever had in my life! doughnut was amazing too!!

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    5 months ago

    Best donuts i recommend the cream puffs but get them early cause when they are gone they are gone !! 5

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    6 months ago

    This place is delicious! Best donuts and delicious sandwiches! If I lived here I would be here everyday.

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    Ask the Community - Mary's Donuts

    Do they sell gluten free donuts? I asked them and they said no they do not

    I have never found gluten free donuts here.

    Do you guys have an email I could reach you guys by?

    No..

    Is there a bathroom inside?

    Yes! For customers..

    Is this the same chain as the Mary's donuts in Santee that recently moved from Mission Gorge Rd. to Carlton Oaks Blvd?

    Yes

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    There was always a constant battle at my work, me living in North County was a Peterson's Donut…read moreCorner guy, and my colleagues from east county were all Mary's or bust peeps. Sadly, Peterson's sold and now are just a mere shell of what they were, making the hunt for a good donut a thing. My wife's colleagues brought in donuts from Mary's, and when she got home and said something about it, I had instant recall of the donut debate from my work. We pulled a late-night donut adventure, and ok East County peeps, you were right, you were right, I said it twice. (I'll still vouch for the old Petersons, but I digress). The staff was friendly here, and quick to point out their favorites, and what they are known for. Having these donuts, right there, just made them that much better than taking them to go.... which we did as well. This is a far hike from Escondido, to Santee, but a drive well worth it. There is a lot of parking in this strip mall/shopping center. The inside is bright and had plenty of seating and counterspace to sit and stuff your face. I will be back Mary's, I'll be back.

    It breaks my heart to rate this place so low. I feel like I grew up on Mary's, not sure if it's a…read morerecent change since Mary passed, but it feels like it's fallen off. The restaurant still feels nostalgic and old school with its decor. I only bought a maple ring and a jelly filled. The good: service was quick. As for the donuts themselves, the dough was very pillow-y on both, and had a nice bite. The ehh: the maple frosting on the donut was very underwhelming, and my jelly filled only had jelly in one quarter of the donut. The donuts left a weird oily or sugary aftertaste lingering in my mouth which I was super grossed out by.

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    If you ever had a 1AM "I NEED a donut" moment... just know I absolutely acted on mine…read more So yes -- I pulled up to Honey Donuts in Santee because when the craving hits, it HITS. And since they're open 24 hours, I knew I had a good chance of getting something fresh. Let me tell you what I grabbed: Glazed donut Bear claw Sinclair donut BABY... when I tell you these donuts were hitting?! The glazed didn't even make it home. Not even out the parking lot good. You know how sometimes you bite into a donut and it's just... air? Dry? No substance? Not here. These were hearty but still light, fresh without being greasy, and that glaze? Soft and perfectly sweet -- not that dry, crackly, fall-off-in-your-lap situation. Just melt-in-your-mouth goodness. And that bear claw? Stuffed and substantial. They are not skimping on anything over here. The donuts are a really good size too. At $1.75 for regular donuts and $3.00 for the large fancy ones, it's honestly a steal. Now let's talk service. Peter is SO sweet. Great customer service, patient, and he'll happily explain the donuts, ingredients, and menu if you have questions. That kind of hospitality at 1AM? Top tier. I'll be honest -- I'm normally a Sunny Donut girlie... but "Honey Donuts" just took them down and took the crown. If you're ever in Santee and you want fresh, affordable, legit GOOD donuts any time of day (or night), give them a try. You won't regret it. Thank me later. You're welcome.

    The shop is very quaint, easy to find parking, and staff were very kind and helpful. I got my…read moredonuts off too good to go and many of them still tasted pretty fresh. There was a lemon filled one that had an abysmal amount of filling, but the other donuts were pretty standard. My favorite was surprisingly the old fashioned one with chocolate glaze on it. I don't feel this place is particularly stand out in terms of donuts, but good for convenience sake.

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