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    Mary's Donuts

    4.4 (819 reviews)
    ModerateDonuts, Bagels
    Open Open 24 hours

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    Bite of maple ring
    Michaela I.

    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 recent 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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    Alma M.

    Simply the best donuts in San Diego in my opinion. Not only are they always fresh, delicious, so many to choose from but prices are great and the staff is always friendly. I never mind making the drive out to Santee. There's plenty of parking available right infront.

    Donald G.

    I *finally* made it to this weekend after seeing them pop up all over the San Diego food groups. Mary's Donuts! And let me tell you, the hype is absolutely real. We scored ours right off the racks - they were still gloriously warm, which immediately tells you how fresh they are. My personal pick, the maple bar, was an absolute dream. Imagine a donut that's impossibly light and fluffy, almost like biting into a cloud, generously coated in the most delicious, authentic maple glaze. It was pure perfection! Then there was the classic glazed donut - the true benchmark, right? And it totally nailed it. So delicate and airy, with just the right amount of sweet glaze that wasn't overpowering or sticky. It was simply divine. We did swing by on a Saturday around 11 AM, so there was a little queue, but honestly, it moved super fast, and the wait was entirely worth it. Plus, good news for drivers: finding a parking spot was surprisingly easy! You guys seriously have to check them out if you're looking for a top-tier donut experience in San Diego. You won't be disappointed!

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    Norma D.

    Mary's Donuts still a solid 10 out of a ten! Came by the Santee shop and tons of freshly made donuts. today I only had my all time favorite maple with bacon bar. So fresh and delicious. They had a lot of options even. At 5:00pm. When you're in the area you have to stop.

    Dozen donuts for the house .
    Veronica V.

    Love coming here donuts are always good and fresh . It was well stocked with fresh donuts . They had a few clerks who helped right away . Def worth the drive because they are so good ..

    Erica C.

    3/7/2026 - I walked in around 5pm, no line and about 75% of the display case was full. You can see them making the goodness in the back. I ordered 1 glazed donut and a chocolate cream. They call it a custard. It is not a custard, a real custard is really different. Both were very good though. Think the costs was $3.75. I wish they placed the glazed in another bag so it doesn't rub again the chocolate version. I shared the donuts with another person. Check out photos.

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    Bridget B.

    I'm so glad I was in a pinch for a treat for a friend in the area, or else i never would've found this spot! It's quite tucked away in a small shopping center. These donuts are absolutely delicious - my only regret is not getting a full dozen! Walking in the store, you can immediately tell that they do not play about donuts. They were fully stocked with a ton of options, and production continuing in the back. I had to try the famous apple fritter and had to cut myself off after nearly eating the whole thing... it is soooo good. Will definitely make my way back to this spot because I have my eye on those donut holes too!

    Diana S.

    Yummy fluffy doughnuts! The classics are so good and reasonably priced. A cute little shop to support if you're around!

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    Amy M.

    Walking in it smells so good!! You are always greeted with a smile! As far as donuts go, I feel like this is the spot for the best traditional donuts in the whole San Diego area! They are doughy and always taste fresh! There is such a huge variety too!

    Cinnamon roll oozing grease when squeezed
    Laura G.

    I really wanted to like this place given all of the great reviews, but these were the worst two donuts I have ever tried. I got the mini cinnamon roll and mini apple fritter and it was like biting into a sponge that had been soaked in grease.

    Edwin A.

    Got here 830 pm and there was a good section of doughnuts. The lady that helped us had the best customer service, I felt like she was my best friend for that moment. Not much ambiance but who eats and doughnut shops? Old men? All jokes aside I'm obsessed with this doughnuts. All the cruller doughnuts were top tier!!! The apple fritter was insane. Blueberry doughnut was impressive. The cream puff doughnut holes Maple bacon doughnut just cuz... That's my list and I'm sticking to it. Still need to try more out. Top tier doughnuts forsure!!!

    Our selection!!! Glazed, chocolate and blueberry

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    Great local donut shop! Mary's always has a great selection of fresh donuts that all taste great!

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    Hands down the best donuts!!!!! Can't beat the maple bacon bars or the cream puff sooooo good

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    We absolutely love Mary's donuts. We loved everything but the chocolate needs a little more TLC.

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    5 years ago

    Best doughnuts in east county. Always fresh, dozens of choices. They also make sandwiches and salads. Yummy. An icon in the county.

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    2 years ago

    First time here donuts are amazing fresh highly recommend there is a line when get there line moves quick. 10/10

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    3 years ago

    Super yummy donuts! Open 24 hrs! And the service from Stormy was amazing! Thank you !

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    4 years ago

    The best donuts in all of SD! The staff is always nice and patient. I love the pictures on the wall and their free bday donuts

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    Always great donuts and food, as they always have! Never be disappointed unless you don't try them! I recommend there donuts!

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    Ask the Community - Mary's Donuts

    Does anyone know what times the fresh batches are ready?

    The come out frequently throughout the day/night. I've been a various times, even late night and fresh doughnuts are still coming out.

    How long can these donuts be stored?

    In the bag or box and out of the 'fridge till the end of a day (6-10 hrs) is my personal opinion. By the next day, they're just not as good.

    Do they serve vegan donuts?

    No they do not nor gluten free donuts

    Is there a gluten free option? I miss eating at Mary's!

    No, try The Goods or Sidecar

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    I was asked to bring in special donuts for my workplace. I knew this place had donuts and really…read moregood cream puffs, or so I thought. I had asked one of the ladies for a dozen random donuts. She crammed almost all the same kind into a tiny box so all the donuts were squished. The cream puffs were so overfilled no one could eat them and no one did. What should have had a tablespoon of jelly had about 4 tablespoons, quite possibly more, no exaggeration. Way more than a mouthful. They were terrible. I was so disappointed. I called them and the lady said she would tell someone. No one called. No one did anything. $50 for absolute garbage donuts. Will not come here again!!

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