Friendly Doughnuts in Orange, CA, is a delightful destination for anyone seeking a sweet treat. With its wide variety of flavors, commitment to quality, and exceptional customer service, it’s no wonder this doughnut shop has become a local favorite. Whether you’re a doughnut aficionado or a casual visitor, Friendly Doughnuts is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Eric Azevedo
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October 31, 2024
These are some of the best donuts I've had recently! Pretty much everything I ordered was fresh and great tasting. It is also quite reasonably priced as well. The variety is amazing so I have plenty of reasons to come back and try some more donuts!
Joe
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January 04, 2025
Great place super tasty donuts and very friendly staff. Pretty cool they had Dubai chocolate donuts!
Definitely will be back
Bang-Up Tilly
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January 13, 2025
Friendly's donuts is always a wonderful stop! They're creativity exceeds every month. I love that they are also cater to everyone's dietary restrictions. My favorite is the vegan blueberry crawler! But I absolutely don't have the words for the amount of joy that the macadamian coconut one brought me, I hope this one sticks around for a while. The staff supports LGBTQ rights and is always friendly to everyone who enters. I highly recommend stopping at this place if you get the chance
NICK MENNELL
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April 27, 2025
Eye-Catching But Underwhelming
And at the end of the day you’re paying money to be unhealthy. Friendly Donuts in Orange definitely knows how to catch your attention with their Instagram-worthy creations. Their display case is a colorful wonderland of elaborate donuts topped with everything from breakfast cereals to candy bars that immediately makes you want to try one (or several) of everything.
We've made multiple visits to sample their extensive menu, trying numerous varieties over time. The visual appeal is undeniable - these are some of the most creative and photogenic donuts in Orange County. The staff lives up to the "friendly" name, always greeting customers with a smile and patiently explaining their more unusual creations.
Unfortunately, the experience of eating these donuts rarely lives up to the excitement of ordering them. While they look amazing and the first few bites are often tasty, the overwhelming sweetness and heaviness quickly becomes too much. Without fail, we end up feeling slightly sick afterward from the sugar overload and greasiness that seems to be a hallmark of their style.
What's particularly disappointing is that despite trying so many different varieties - from their cereal-topped specialties to their filled options and seasonal creations - nothing has stood out as truly exceptional or worth returning for. Each visit feels like a case of style over substance, with the focus on appearance rather than balanced flavors or quality ingredients.
The price point is also on the higher side for what you're getting, especially considering the post-donut regret that seems inevitable. While I appreciate their creativity and friendly service, I can't help but wish they'd focus a bit more on making donuts that taste as good as they look and don't leave you feeling like you've made a poor dietary choice.
For the novelty factor and Instagram potential, Friendly Donuts deserves some credit. But for an actually satisfying donut experience that you'll want to repeat, you might want to look elsewhere in Orange.
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Friendly Doughnuts in Orange, CA, is a delightful destination for anyone seeking a sweet treat. With its wide variety of flavors, commitment to quality, and exceptional customer service, it’s no wonder this doughnut shop has become a local favorite. Whether you’re a doughnut aficionado or a casual visitor, Friendly Doughnuts is sure to leave a lasting impression.
These are some of the best donuts I've had recently! Pretty much everything I ordered was fresh and great tasting. It is also quite reasonably priced as well. The variety is amazing so I have plenty of reasons to come back and try some more donuts!
Great place super tasty donuts and very friendly staff. Pretty cool they had Dubai chocolate donuts! Definitely will be back
Friendly's donuts is always a wonderful stop! They're creativity exceeds every month. I love that they are also cater to everyone's dietary restrictions. My favorite is the vegan blueberry crawler! But I absolutely don't have the words for the amount of joy that the macadamian coconut one brought me, I hope this one sticks around for a while. The staff supports LGBTQ rights and is always friendly to everyone who enters. I highly recommend stopping at this place if you get the chance
Eye-Catching But Underwhelming And at the end of the day you’re paying money to be unhealthy. Friendly Donuts in Orange definitely knows how to catch your attention with their Instagram-worthy creations. Their display case is a colorful wonderland of elaborate donuts topped with everything from breakfast cereals to candy bars that immediately makes you want to try one (or several) of everything. We've made multiple visits to sample their extensive menu, trying numerous varieties over time. The visual appeal is undeniable - these are some of the most creative and photogenic donuts in Orange County. The staff lives up to the "friendly" name, always greeting customers with a smile and patiently explaining their more unusual creations. Unfortunately, the experience of eating these donuts rarely lives up to the excitement of ordering them. While they look amazing and the first few bites are often tasty, the overwhelming sweetness and heaviness quickly becomes too much. Without fail, we end up feeling slightly sick afterward from the sugar overload and greasiness that seems to be a hallmark of their style. What's particularly disappointing is that despite trying so many different varieties - from their cereal-topped specialties to their filled options and seasonal creations - nothing has stood out as truly exceptional or worth returning for. Each visit feels like a case of style over substance, with the focus on appearance rather than balanced flavors or quality ingredients. The price point is also on the higher side for what you're getting, especially considering the post-donut regret that seems inevitable. While I appreciate their creativity and friendly service, I can't help but wish they'd focus a bit more on making donuts that taste as good as they look and don't leave you feeling like you've made a poor dietary choice. For the novelty factor and Instagram potential, Friendly Donuts deserves some credit. But for an actually satisfying donut experience that you'll want to repeat, you might want to look elsewhere in Orange.