Dank Donuts

Wonderful experience! We arrived a bit later in the day, but still managed to snag some old fashioned, strawberry, blueberry, vegan coconut flake, and vegan crumb donuts! Very soft and flavorful, and the old fashioned was softer on the edges but still crispy and delightful! Lovely service, and plenty of outdoor shaded seating as well! Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area. Get there early to make sure you get what you want!

I was really excited to try a crounut, but they were out. We went around 10 am, and all they had to choose from were donut holes, old fashioned, blueberry cake, and strawberry cake donuts. We tried the three donuts (excluding the donut holes), and we both enjoyed the old fashioned and strawberry cake donut the most. The blueberry was good also! I would have given 5 stars, but the donut selection didn't offer a variety.

Fun vibe! My friend said his potato salad was among the best he’s ever had. The vegan burrito was a little dry and meat-heavy for me but good overall. The vegan cinnamon cake donut was yummy. The menu has a lot of helpful details, such as whether things are vegan or whether substitutions are accepted. Disclaimer: this review was incentivized with a free donut

I tried the cronut, the blueberry (labeled as a popular pick), and the strawberry vegan donut. The cronut was perfectly flaky and airy. I’m not usually a fan of cake-style donuts, but the other two were surprisingly delicious. Prices were very reasonable, which was a nice bonus. The coffee was exactly what you’d expect from a donut shop… nothing fancy, but it hit the spot. Overall, a satisfying stop for a sweet treat!

This is a much-needed gem in the new strip corridor, conveniently located right next to the golf course. From the moment you arrive, the atmosphere is welcoming and vibrant. It’s a beautiful spot with incredible views of the green pine trees, making it a perfect place to unwind after a morning run or simply enjoy a relaxing morning out. The space is thoughtfully designed with plenty of outdoor seating, making it ideal for groups, families, or even a quiet solo visit. Whether you want to enjoy your meal under the sun or just sip coffee while your dog lounges by your side, this place delivers. Yes! it’s dog friendly, which is a huge plus! The menu offers a great variety, starting with hearty breakfast burritos that hit the spot, and continuing with a tasty lunch selection. Everything feels fresh and thoughtfully prepared. It’s clear that this place isn’t just about good food, but also about creating a full experience, from the setting to the service. Whether you’re a local or just visiting the area, this is definitely a place worth checking out. A perfect blend of comfort, great food, and unbeatable views.

Finally, after three prior attempts on two different trips we were able to be there when the business was open, and we are glad we did not give up. Absolutely a wonderful selection of delicious donuts and they even serve hot and cold sandwiches. The staff members were simply the best, very friendly, helpful and service with a smile. While there is no place to sit inside there are plenty of tables and chairs to sit outside at, both covered and uncovered sitting areas. There is parking along Moonridge Road with additional parking behind the shop as well as restrooms inside the business. Best of all, the donuts were great, and this will be a regular stopping place whenever we visit.

So cute!! Great local donut shop! They have some gluten free mini donut options, some vegan options, and the classics for everyone else. Server was so nice. I got 3 mini gluten free donuts for $6, two maple and one vanilla sprinkle, and they were great! No inside seating but it's very cute. There's a lot of nice outdoor seating. Kid friendly. Would come back!

I stopped in yesterday for a sweet treat and I am So glad I did 🥲 the maple bar I had was SO fluffy and not too sweet. It was honestly one of my favorite doughnuts ever. My bf got the strawberry cake and enjoyed it. He says it reminded him more like a candy rather than a pastry. The service was great too! And there's a lot of nice seating outside. They also sell CBD teas which were very nice at the end of a camping day.

Delicious! Worth the wait! Even though by the time I got up to the counter the fritters I longed for were all out no worries the cinnamon roll was just as good! It was large, moist and yummy! The staff were very friendly and courteous. Early to rise early to get the hot fresh ones! We came up for the 4th weekend and we heard so much about Dank's it was on our next stop list. Great weather too! Sat outside and enjoyed a hot cup of coffee from a couple doors down at the Moonridge Coffee Co. that's for another Yelp review. Enjoy life! M & M

Arrived a bit before 10 am wanting to try the fritters, especially the pineapple one. All out of both fritters. I asked if they were making anymore. Nope. Open to 5pm but not making anymore for the next 7 hours. Other selections were sparse as well. I left without buying anything, not from lack of trying. I guess I saved the nearly $8 on the unavailable fritter.

This was my first time here. This is a great local spot to get your morning and noon fix. When you come in, you feel a chill vibe to it. The music's is chill and the employees are very nice, and fast at what they do. The decor reminds me of a chill 90's vibe. Now the donuts are outstanding. I definitely recommend the little gluten free donuts. They come 3 per purchase. These donuts do not have that heavy chewiness that you get from other donut shops. My kids loved the chocolate milk. It's chocolate syrup shot around a cup, and filled with milk. Now there regular donuts, are fresh and fluffy. I recommend the coconut donut. The hibiscus tea is very refreshing. They is great to have on a warm, and hot day. I will definitely come back.

Fresh delicious donuts. Allergy friendly with a good selection of vegan and gluten free donuts as well. The vegan breakfast burrito is life changing! Highly recommend. Cute little store with lots of great outdoor seating.

Best donuts in town. Be sure to try one of my personal favorites the blueberry and don't forget the dog donut for your furry friend!

So cute!! Great local donut shop! They have some gluten free mini donut options, some vegan options, and the classics for everyone else. Server was so nice. I got 3 mini gluten free donuts for $6, two maple and one vanilla sprinkle, and they were great! No inside seating but it's very cute inside with lots of merch. They also sell coffee (not sure about alternative milk) and offer a small breakfast and lunch menu with a couple vegan options. There's a lot of nice outdoor seating. Kid friendly. Would come back!

I wanted to love this place so bad! Walked in on a Saturday morning. Decided to try the dozen, because .. why not. To my luck there was no glaze (tears!) nonetheless we got several donut holes along with a dozen of variety. Amongst 6 adults we agreed that donuts were okay tasting but more on the dense side. We all would have liked fluffier and fresher tasting selections. The cronut was very disappointing as in the 30 minutes from store to eating, it had flattened out and was not what I expected at all! All in all, very underwhelming , especially considering the prices. There was a small line which moved along quickly. Hoping we just arrived on an off day.

tl;dr be sure to arrive early; otherwise, you'll find yourself waiting in a long line to try the frisbee-sized "critter" Southern California is a donut-centric region, and the most popular donut-eries are in Los Angeles proper. So it may come as a surprise to hear that one of my absolute favorite spots is over a hundred miles away in Big Bear Lake: Dank Donuts. Although the shop doesn't take itself too seriously (the staff joke that Dank is the "highest" donut shop on the West Coast), some of the donut offerings are seriously stellar. Dank occupies corner real estate on Moonridge, just a few blocks from the zoo. The slate grey shack is accented by lime green and pastel pink trim. A whitewashed wooden fence outlines the large patio space and numerous industrial picnic benches. Quirky outdoor furnishings include a ski lift seat-tuned-park bench and an antique mechanical horse ride. Inside, the line loops past donut-themed artward, converted snowboards, and shelves of Dank merch. Rock and reggae blast onto the patio. Our go-to order is the Apple Critter (a fritter-adjacent donut constructed with croissant dough). A healthy coater of glaze coats the entire surface area and can easily be broken up for sharing. While appropriately cinnamon-y, I would welcome even more apple. The standard Cronut, while unassuming, has an enjoyable glaze permeating every layer. The only dud was the Pineapple Fritter, which had only a La Crois-esque hint of pineapple and inferior texture to the critter. The $8 critters are reasonable in price -- they are equivalent in size to 4 normal donuts. Nowadays, Dank Donuts is a must-visit during our trips to Big Bear. We are sure to arrive early: by 9AM, the line already winds out the door. The critter has yet to disappoint, and it easily ranks among the best fritter (or fritter-adjacent) donuts that Southern California has to offer.

If you are in Big Bear, a stop at Dank Donuts is a must! The Apple fritter is HUGE with chunks of apples. The blueberry, maple long John (bar) and cronut were scrumptious! They have covered seating outdoors and are pet friendly, Street parking is available. There was no line when we arrived, but they are a busy place. Will definitely stop here again!

WOW! WOW! WOW! Yum-0!! The smell hits you before you even open the door!! Once inside it's a totally cool little donut shop with a laid back skater attitude! The fritters are bigger than my husband's head! He had the pineapple fritter and was too busy eating and smiling to have anything negative to say. I had the strawberry cake that was delicious. Both donuts were as fresh as the snow on the mountain!

This is close to the Big Bear Mountain Resort and a great spot to pick up a sweet treat before or after snowboarding or skiing. The shop inside is small but there's a lot of seating outside to enjoy. They have a limited assortment of donuts, I got some of them to try. My favorites are the Blueberry Cake Donut and Cronut. Both were the right amount of sweetness. The soft and slightly dense of the blueberry cake donut was just right. The Cronut had a couple layers with a sugar glaze on top. I thought the Strawberry Donut Holes were too sweet. We were served pretty quickly. They also have donuts for dogs that they make fresh everyday!

Very good quality. Wish they had more selections because they are just so damn good! Check out was super fast and there's plenty of seating outside.

Charming little shop with some really nice folks operating the day to day. The line moved quick because they keep a simple and streamlined menu and the folks working make their customers feel very welcomed. The breakfast burrito and donuts were delicious. 10/10 would come back again!

I did not have the pleasure of actually going to the location but wow! These donuts are dank! I see from other reviews that they also have tacos!? Awesome! Next time we will try those too! On the way out, my husband grabbed a jar of pickles (Boar's Head) and they were also delicious. Once the donuts got home everyone indulged. We had a few left for the next morning and they still tasted great! The bear claw and cinnamon roll were huge! Nice place to grab some donuts, pickles, tacos or merch if you are in the area!

The need to sample all the donuts compelled us to drive out of our way to Dank. We arrived around lunch time, not really sure what to expect from parking, donut availability, flavor options or anything else. Parking was a breeze - lots of street spots available just a short walk from the shop (not in front, though, because a FedEx truck had chosen to park *across* all the spots in front of the shop, effectively blocking the street.) The donut availability was a bit lacking, but we expected that, since we didn't go in the morning. They still had a decent amount of donuts - enough to offer a variety - for us to choose from. The flavor options, though, is where we took the hit. There were only a few flavors, most of them "normal", with a handful of seasonal offerings. Again, not so big a deal, but I am curious what their fully-stocked cases look like. I sent my husband in to buy some sweets for us to try, while I waited out on the covered patio with the pups. Fair warning for those with dogs coming after: the patio is not really maintained, so be prepared to wrangle your dogs, especially if their favorite pastime is scrounging the pavement for others' scraps. My husband ended up getting four donuts, two each of their Cronuts ($2.85) and two each of their Halloween-themed cake donuts ($2.10). He also got a couple iced chai drinks for us to wash down the sweet. The donuts were good, they tasted fresh, were dense and flavorful. I did prefer the cronut to the cake donut - the cronut was flaky and sweet, crispy and soft. The themed cake donut was a spiced concoction, with candied jimmies on top. It had good flavor as well, but was a bit too dense, a bit too holiday spiced for my liking. We had planned on going back before leaving the area - we wanted to try some of their savory food options, which seemed crazy and off-brand for a donut shop, but intriguing nonetheless - but we just ran out of time. And stomach space.

This place fills up it was bad fast so we hit it early and had all the options available. We wanted a hot coffee on a cold day and they serve hot, local coffees. They sell the beans too. We went with a couple of pumpkin donuts options. We got the cream filled and the cake. The cream filled was so good. The filling wasn't overly sweet. It was perfect compliment to the donut cake. We also picked up a dog donut at check out. The service was quick and they got us in and out. We saw the line forming as we left around 8 so get there early! On the next days visit I got the ham, cheese, and jalapeno breakfast sandwich that was tasty and a steal at $7!

Delicious donut shop! Not a large variety but what they have was good! Likely coming back tomorrow!

Grabbed a dozen donuts for the crew, a ham/cheese/croissant sandwich, a breakfast burrito, and a hot chocolate. Solid breakfast fix but don't come here solely for that. It's a donut shop so grab yourself a blueberry or strawberry bc take while you're at it. Happy bought the donuts; very caked and filling if that's what you're into! Wish the burrito and croissant was something a little more special.

It's hard to rate a donut shop when you show up about a half hour before they close. They had only a couple cronuts and a huge cinnamon roll left. But that was okay. I ordered a regular coffee and my wife got whatever fancy coffee vanilla thing. The cronut was super good and flaky. Honestly the best cronut I've ever had. That mega cinnamon roll was damn good. Not as cinnamon as I'd expect but it was still a good bite. One roll took up an entire pink box. Yeah. One big pink box. That coffee though. I don't know how to say this without it sounding like an insult, because it's not. That was the most basic coffee tasting coffee I've ever had, and it was wonderful. It didn't have any hint of burnt flavor, it wasn't too strong, but it wasn't too weak. It was the perfect flavor and it was... dank, dawg. Hopefully I can make it back here at a reasonable time when they have some fresh stuff (because again, my bad for expecting a large selection at 4PM). Like Agent Cooper says "Damn good coffee".

This is a great spot to get a quick coffee and donut! The Cronut had a great taste and texture. My fiancée got a maple bar & Boston cream & enjoyed them as well. The folks that helped us were super friendly and gave us quick service. There's plenty of seating outside to eat your food. Not a TON of options for donuts but what they do have will fill you up! Take a gander at their bear claws and cinnamon rolls!

Your BLUEBERRY DONUTS are EXCELLENT. Those were the best i've ever had. They were a level 10 in FULL FLAVOR. We also tried your pineapple fritter which was a first, but WOW.... Just WOW!! We loved it. Also the maple bar. We tried a few others but those 3 stood out to us. We went back the next day because we needed to bring some home. This photo was DAY 2. We'll definitely be back when we visit again.

Drew is the goat. Good donuts. Got a long John and that was about it. Nice designs outside.

Food was on point, service great and the outside eating area is clean and pleasant. Water bowl down for dogs, very nice.

Daily gluten free donuts! We had to come and try. They are mini donuts and had three icing flavors. Vanilla sprinkle, chocolate sprinkles, and maple. They were soft and tasty. The icing a tad sweet but it is a donut after all! Also tried and old fashioned (not gluten free) and the glaze on it was lovely. Cute outside seating. Oh and it's not just donuts. The have a deli too! Quick and helpful service.

I came here for lunch with a few friends and the sandwiches and drinks were so yummy. The potato salad is a must-try! I chatted with the person in the back cooking our food and both them and the cashier were so friendly. They even gave us a free lemon drizzle donut! We came back the next morning for breakfast and I had the avocado toast. I wasn't expecting much but the sun dried tomatoes and fresh veggies had so much flavor. Loved the outdoor seating area with shade--plenty of space for big groups of friends or family.

They have three different kinds of gluten free donuts. Really good. I am always in and out pretty quick BUT there's always a big line in the morning.

Donuts are amazing! The Cronut is a hidden gem, highly recommend. The Fritters can be elusive, plan accordingly and get there early! It will be worth the early trip. Coffee is great hot or cold. Really enjoyed the Dirtyish Chai. If you are visiting Big Bear this is the place to start your day!

The donuts are fresh, the glaze is really unusual, not thick or too sweet. The massive Cinnamon Roll was really tasty, it's so big we ate it over 2 days, it stayed moist.

Dank donuts is fun donut shop in Moonridge area. I had strawberry donut and it was pretty good. I really wanted to try their breakfast nuggets, but they were sold out. Sounds so interesting. Service is quick and friendly. Stop by grab a donut if you are in the area they even have a deli too if you come later and need lunch too.

First time coming here. Excellent customer service, food was promptly made and was beyond my expectations , the atmosphere was super chill and relaxed with customers bringing their dogs with them to grab a quick bite to eat. It was roughly $40 for Jalepeno Ham & Cheese croissant, The Rueben, The Cinnamon Roll & 2 sodas. The experience was priceless. 10/10 Must try!

Now first let me tell you, if you're in big bear, you have to at least try one donut out. But let me set your expectations. The donuts are OKAY. The issue I had was how expensive a donut was. Traditionally at any donut shop you'll get a better deal if you buy a dozen. Here, each donut had its own price and if you buy a dozen they'll only take 10% off the total. Now had to the nitty gritty. Service was very lack luster, I would assume it was because of the amount of mobile orders. The donut was okay, the best donut we had was their cronut(croissant donut) definitely try that. Lastly this place has a clean hip vibe to it!

Not a coffee shop! They only have regular coffee, nothing else (in case you were looking here for lattes, macchiatos...etc). Service was quick and the cashier was efficient. There were only two guys working (that I saw) but their synergy was spot on and made a fantastic work flow of efficiency. Ham+Egg+Cheese+Jalapeño croissant sandwiches were super good! A little smashed but it didn't bother us one bit bc they tasted great. We even went back day 2 for the sandwiches again. According to our 10 year old, the Dank Nugs were great and the chocolate milk (he usually never finishes any place else) was gone before we left. This place has a lot of outdoor seating and is dog friendly, with water bowls for our fur friends.

Closed on Tuesday and Wednesdays! Good donuts and close to the mountain , stop by for breakfast burritos

Delicious deli sandwiches! My husband got the roast beef and I got the herbivore sandwich both were amazing. Of course we had to get a donut for dessert:) also super yummy and great friendly service. Gave us directions to the zoo. Highly recommend

Great location, great decor, great food! The service was quick and friendly. Donuts were delicious. We went here because of the name, of course! They did not disappoint. We bought some mech, everything about the marketing is on point!

LOVED, LOVED, LOVED Dank Donuts! When we were looking for places to visit before this trip, I added Dank to my list because of the merch and the fact that they had a Pineapple Fritter! Neither was a disappointment. Service was great, guys were super friendly and singing to the amazing playlist they had going. This isn't the last you've seen of us, Dank!

ive seen to many positive comments on social media not to give it a try. though the storefront logo is eye catching, it's not highly visible. it's easy to drive by without knowing what kind of biz it is. The good news is once you taste their donuts. You'll never forget where its at. Their donuts are exceptionally tasty. Big Bear deserves two Dank donut shops.

The apple critter is probably the best donut I've ever had in my life. Service was extremely friendly.

Apple critter was soo good but very sweet. It is also huge so one is enough to share with a whole family! The blueberry donut was also yummy and fluffy.

Came here early morning for coffee and snacks ended up walking out with amazing beer! Place was busy but line moved pretty quick. Overall great little spot to grab a coffee, drink, or snack!

Really glad this spot opened right around the corner from where I stay in Big Bear. I love the location and I'm looking forward to sitting on the patio there in the future when it's warmer. The guy who took my order was friendly and helpful. The donuts were really really good. Kind of crispy on the outside and doughy on the inside, very sweet and not over the top. Simple done right. Really excited to try their sandwiches next time!

The WORLD'S Absolutely Best Doughnut's. DO UGHNUT HESITATE. Worth Every Single Delectable Penny and then Some. This coming from a retired executive pastry chef. You will thank yourself. Warning... You Will be Hooked after your first bite. S WRTH IT!

Walked in Monday morning around 8:20 AM. First time trying out these donuts . Read so many great reviews and as someone who comes up to BB often it was in my list of things to try. Walked in and wasn't greeted and the cashier just gave off the vibe that he didn't want to help us . He wasn't necessarily rude but he didn't seem happy to serve us or have us in there either. As for the donuts the long John's had way too much bread . The cinnamon roll was the best I'd say 8/10 if was fluffy and had great taste. The apple fritter was also just OK 6/10. What we did like about the fritter was that it was flaky . Would we come back ? Probably not. Do I think it's worth you trying them out? Sure! I hope you have a better experience . Customer service goes a long way, I think people tend to forget that. By the way, it was empty when we walked in so the lack of service and smile had nothing to do with being busy.

Went this morning for breakfast before hitting the slopes! Best donuts in town! Baked not fried! Grabbed a breakfast burrito with almost one of every donut! Even got my dog a Pup Donut, which he loved! This will always be my first go-to burrito and donut spot when visiting Bear!

Cool looking donut shop close to the zoo, they have outdoor sitting, and sell beer and food. I ordered a cold brew, as well as roughly 12 donuts, paid close to $70 dollars. The donuts were mid, and the coffee was watered down. Not worth the price!

My family & I came on a weekend trip and heard the donuts are really good here. The apple critters are massive (bigger than my hand) and are made with croissant dough. My husband tried the red velvet and I grabbed a piece which was super soft. All their donuts were really soft, they weren't oily. They were very friendly and have a great number of tables to sit outside and enjoy the donuts. They also make sandwiches but we only tried the donuts. They offer vegan cake options so I tried the coconut one and it had a lot of coconut which I loved and inside was soft.

This place not only has delicious donuts but also a deli that is exceptionally delicious! Came in here for a late breakfast one day and the glazed donuts were sold out, so I decided to opt for the samiches since I heard good things about them too. It did not disappoint! They were made fresh and because we were at the front of the line our wait was minimal. We were able to take some cute photos outside in the snow and were able to eat in the tables outside. The staff was extremely helpful and recommended their fave donuts that were still available. We will definitely be coming back.

Donuts were good, but we especially liked the breakfast burrito and breakfast nuggets! One of the better breakfast options around the area.

Friends and I loved the food and service here. I had a bite of my friend's donut. It's good :3