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Sam's Donuts

4.1 (170 reviews)
Open 5:00 am - 2:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Hopya M.

Service was good but I hope they answered their phone. I ordered a big order for breakfast sandwiches and of course it took a while to complete but nonetheless the quality was good and the service is great.

Half of my egg and bacon croissant sandwich.
Jacqueline C.

Tldr small yummy donut shop. I was walking around the neighborhood and randomly wanted a sandwich. Saw this place and decided to try it out. Really solid croissant sandwich!! I got a bacon and egg w/no cheese and it was really hot (temp wise) and much fluffier than expected. I also got a glazed donut to try and it's just a nice tasty donut. If I am around the area I will definitely come back.

Their glazed donut. Soft and remains formed to your bite, telling us the dough was fresh.
Jeremy H.

FOOD Sam's Donuts has an impressive specialty donut variety. From the photos you'll see combination of flavors only Sam's does (that I've seen) and they work! If you love donuts, you will anger the heavens if you do not try at least one of these: -Maple cinnamon roll -Apple crumb cinnamon roll -Chocolate cinnamon roll -Glazed cinnamon bear claw Basically, anything in the top 2 left shelves will leave you happy. Regular donuts 1. Glazed = my #1 go to 2. Any cruller (only on the weekends if I'm not mistaken) 3. They have a lemon donut with sprinkles that is delicious (pictured) SERVICE The staff has always been welcoming every time I've stepped inside. Sometimes breakfast places get worn down by the morning personalities that flood their doors (people pre-caffeine), but there remains a refreshing care and upbeat atmosphere at Sam's. AMBIANCE A couple tables are available and they make the small space work well with what they have. Usually there's parking right in front of the door! I love how accessible it is. Places like Sam's are staples in the community, and I cannot say enough how grateful I am that we still have them in the midst of cheap corporate imitations (*COUGH Dunkin Donuts COUGH*) that I will not mention out of respect.

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Lexi R.

My hubbie and I try to make it to Sam's donuts every Sunday morning when we do our morning rounds with our little baby. My hubbie always gets a breakfast sandwich (sausage, bacon, cheese). You can choose to have it on a croissant or a bagel. He always opts for croissant. The sandwiches are delicious, filling, and prices right. I tried the egg, avocado, and sundried tomato one and really enjoyed it too. In terms of donuts, I've had the apple fritter, blueberry cake, cinnamon roll, old-fashioned. All have been great! But the crunchy (yet soft), perfectly flavored apple fritter is my favorite. Sometimes they throw a couple donuts holes in the bag too which is sweet! Prices are fair, quality is great!

a box full of donuts
Morgan B.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for DONUTS!!! Decided to pass by yum yum donuts and Dunkin' Donuts to support a local shop :-) Came here around 10am, and picked up a dozen donuts for work. From what I remember, minimum cost per donut is about $1.55, and goes up based on type. For a regular dozen it approx. $17 plus tax. Yummy donuts!!! The baker/owner person was kind and sweet.

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Let me tell you why I give 3 stars The food is good, but the ambience of the store is nothing closer to a library? It's sooo quiet in here and I can hear other people breathing. It makes it feel super awkward when ordering with a line behind you. The store has no style and definitely needs a remodel. This store has potential to be a lot better

Yummy!! French crueler glaze and donut holes!

I have been coming here since I was a little girl. Definitely the best donut shop in San Jose! My fondest memories, the owner throwing in one or two free donut holes. It always made my day lol now my favorite is the maple French crueler a must try!

#9 Turkey Bacon Egg and Cheese croissant Sandwich with added avocado
Yung V.

I got the #9 (turkey, bacon, egg, cheese, sandwich). Had it on a croissant and added avocado. Total was almost $10. The turkey tasted rubbery. The avocado was fresh. The bacon & eggs were good, but seeing the way she cooked the eggs in the microwave made the whole thing less appealing. Service was meh...She didn't seem happy being there but she did throw in a free donut hole. Maybe life's got her down or maybe it was too early in the morning, whatever it is, I hope she finds a way to enjoy life more. If you gotta work somewhere you don't enjoy working, your customers can feel it as soon as they walk in. It's a competitive business, but if Sam is willing to look at honest feedback and make a few adjustments, this donut shop can have lines out the door. It has so much potential! Good luck Sam's Donuts!

Dozen.
Tram N.

Haven't had doughnuts since my trip w/ the kids to Universal Studios last year. I was asked to get donuts so I happily complied. I parked and thought to myself this place will be like all the other doughnut places but I was wrong. The had 2 or 3 tables, maybe 4 but they were all occupied. The line was forming, when I left the line was near the door. I didn't really read much into everything they had to offer but I wanted a dozen and picked them out myself. She threw in like half a dozen of doughnut holes which made it an extremely sweet treat and generous regardless of the value. They had 3 types of coffee (decaf, dark, and medium roast) w/ cream and sugar on the counter. It can be a little hard to get your coffee fix here because the line will make it hard to maneuver in and out but thanks to an extremely nice clientele that morning I was able to get his decaf coffee w/ cream and sugar. The coffee is constantly being refilled. The doughnuts I tried: old fashioned and chocolate sprinkles tasted great because it wasn't overly sweet like Krispy Kreme and they weren't dry. I'm definitely a fan of this place. Support your local businesses!!

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Amazingly fresh donuts. Doesn't get any better then this. Try them!!!!!

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Loved it! almond ring donut was great. Great and fast service!! I would definitely recommend again!

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Does anyone know if the owners of Sams sold their business, we haven't seen them in there in awhile?

It's interesting that when I ask the current workers there if there's a change in ownership, they deny it. I assume they don't want to lose the old customers. But the place has definitely changed since Sam (and Helen I think) left.… 

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