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    Whack Donuts

    4.5 (77 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

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    Henry Z.

    Amazing donuts with an amazing owner. Always looking to support businesses like these.

    Blueberry and glazed.
    Marcos S.

    So first, these are vegan donuts, and they are baked not fried. With that in mind, they are tasty and more akin to a cake donut. Vegans will love them, non-vegans will find them tasty, but a donut that's fried just hits different. I will go back, but it for sure is not the same, no matter what vegans try and tell you. Owner was super nice, and I'll be back to support him as a local business and hope others will too. In the end, it's a Yummy donut, but make sure you set your expectations so you don't try and compare to fried/non-vegan donuts. It's like having food in Beijing, and trying to compare it to american chinese food, they both are good but in different ways.

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    Tyler C.

    My wife and I go to Whack Donuts at least once a week. The donuts are always tasty and delicious. There's usually a flavor of the month so the selection is always changing. They're vegan donuts but don't let that scare you; I'd put these donuts up against any others. The owner, Vandor, is a nice dude too. He's always done for a good conversation. The shop is has a good location right on the Embarcadero. Get some sun and some donuts for lunch....good deal imo. He often sells out before closing time so make sure you get there early.

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    Grace X.

    Yummy vegan donuts! When I went there were only a handful of donuts left, I think probably because it was a Saturday and they don't open on Sunday and Monday. I got one of the special Valentine's day donuts. It was delicious, and I can't wait to come back to try more flavors! The owner was very friendly. The texture of the donuts is more cupcake-y than traditional donut, but I really enjoyed it.

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    Scott L.

    Without a doubt these are the best donuts I've ever had. I'm so happy for Whacko that hood perseverance and great donuts have found success

    From upper right going clockwise: 2 OG, 2 Cinnamon, 2 Chocolate donuts
    Winston L.

    Feels odd to be the first to leave a neutral review of this donut shop. Came here with some co-workers in the afternoon and ordered one of each - OG, Cinnamon, and Chocolate. The person working at the counter (the owner?) was very nice and gave us a few extra donuts because it was near the end of the day. The flavor wasn't quite there or what we were expecting, especially on the chocolate. We actually had a bit of a hard time telling the donuts apart. I don't know how to describe the texture, but it was on the wet side. To me, it was more like bread pudding than a donut texture. I realize these are Vegan donuts, but I've enjoyed other Vegan desserts before and these were not for me.

    cinnamon sugar donut
    Britney M.

    The flavors they had all looked amazing! Went for the cinnamon sugar one and it was great! The owner was so nice and wonderful will definitely come back and recommend to everyone!!!

    Vanilla donut and hot chocolate
    Lareina H.

    Wanted something yummy after taking in the sights and stopped at this little donut shop. The donuts looked good and tasted even better. The cashier was super friendly and helpful, suggesting which donuts to try when we were unsure. Ended up getting one of each. Sweet but not too sweet, just how I like them. Got a coffee and he gave us a free sticker. Great shop, will come again.

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    Stephanie C.

    The donuts are delicious! He has flavors for the month and they were sold out of the pumpkin spice. Come in early so you won't miss their special. Service is excellent and very friendly and professional and pleasant owner! Ambiance is a clean and bright bakery. Support small businesses!

    Cinnamon and vanilla
    Christine V.

    Yum! Ran across this spot going to lunch. The owner was so nice and the donuts are delicious!!! Can't wait to try more flavors.

    Chocolate
    Adam B.

    A vegan donut pop-up oddly nearby a pre-existing vegan donut vendor in the Ferry Building (i.e. Donut Farm). The donut base seems to be the same fluffy round rings with a few rotating flavors. Tasty for vegan, though $5/donut seems a bit steep given the modest size and sparse layer of basic topping. Cinnamon: This was a dead ringer for those old time apple cider donuts. The perfect texture with a cakey donut ring and lots of crunchy cinnamon sugar. Mixed Berry: I enjoyed this icing, since it really did taste like berries. Better than those neon pink artificially flavored "strawberry" donuts sold from chains. Chocolate: Wasn't a fan of this one. It was just the frosting, not the donut, that was chocolate flavored. And it tasted a little off, like not as creamy as chocolate. OG Glaze (Vanilla): Kinda basic, but there was something nice about that. Got to really appreciate the fluffy donut base with only a little flavor in the icing. It's kinda like those fluffy donuts you get at the grocery store, but much nicer (and more expensive).

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    Joe R.

    Was around noon and stopped by and scooped up a half dozen donuts to share with friends later. Although the day was a full deluge of rain, and I running around town doing errands they safely got home for an evening snack. I got 6 chocolate donuts. The donuts stand out for their senseless and balance of chocolate. Now the flavor profile is something else the subtlety and artistry for the flavors that roll over your tongue make this donut a stand out . My fiends had not idea they were vegan. The owner of this business is delightful and full of positivity. I am so glad I made a journey here and I hope to drop by again soon.

    Today's selection.
    Jimmy C.

    Vandor sure had outdone himself when it comes to vegan donuts. No animal product to make donuts is more health conscious than sweet. Glad I swung by Whack Donuts at Embarcadero 4 during an hour lunch last Tuesday. It's a short distance walk from my work place. A barista who happens to be in charge of making coffee will be here every Wednesdays and Saturdays. What I saw last Tuesday were the only flavor selections, so I never was upset if there's no green tea flavor. I might be back starting any Wednesday to try the coffee selection to pair with any sweet vegan donut.

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    2 years ago

    My grandson and I stopped for a treat. The best doughnuts I have ever had. So glad we stopped in.

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    2 years ago

    Absurdly delicious. Best flavors. Both wish they were next door to my spot in Bernal / grateful they're not.

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    3 years ago

    These are such good vegan donuts!! And so friendly! We have loved all the flavors we have tried.

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    2 years ago

    Really tasty donuts, glad I stopped by. Will definitely be coming back because these donuts were unique

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    Vandor H.

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    2 years ago

    The best donuts ever, I tried chocolate, cinnamon and one more that I forgot the name, but all incredible

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    Vandor H.

    Thanks, glad you enjoyed your donuts.see you at the next popup

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    4 years ago

    These donuts are whack! But whack meaning good. Vegan option. Support minority businesses.

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    Vandor H.

    Umm umm thank you

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    Vandor H.

    Thank you, working on coming to SD

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    3 years ago

    amazing donuts and friendly service! can't wait to come back and grab some more for my staff

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    4 years ago

    Such tender, moist, flavorful donuts -- basically, my dream donut. And on top of it their vegan? Let's go!!

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    Thanks for your support

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    4 years ago

    YUM. These donuts are so good. I love the great selection at this store. I look forward to coming back here!

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    Vandor H.

    Glad you enjoyed the donuts.I also made a new friend

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    4 years ago

    Love these fucking donuts!!! Delicious and vegan donuts made and sold by such a sweet guy. don't be a fool, go get some!

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    4 years ago

    Great donuts! All vegan but you'd never know it from the taste or texture. Local Black owned business.

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    3.6
    (128 reviews)
    2.1 mi

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    Interior of the shop. Check out the front counter with the selections offered.
    Interior of the shop. Check out the front counter with the selections offered.
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    Doughnuts!! Photo by @martiwantsmore
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