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About Colonial Donuts

If you’re looking for a standout Restaurants in Oakland, CA, Colonial Donuts is a top choice for flavorful dining and a welcoming atmosphere. With a 4.50-star rating from 1106 reviews, we also offer accessible facilities to help make every visit easy and enjoyable.

★★★★★ 4.50 rating (1106 reviews)
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Colonial Donuts interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Tiffany D

Tiffany D

Edited a year ago

Always tasty. Open late! Ask for fresh ones. Thai tea is good too Update 3.1.25 I got a warm one y'all. The BEST cinnamon roll I've ever had in my life. This place hits. 🍩

Alice Wu

Alice Wu

4 years ago

The best donut place in Oakland. They are open 24 hours, and usually have a hot batch around dinner/8 PM or so.

Mish M.

Mish M.

4 months ago

Classic counter service donut shop with great selection, plus coffee, tea, and a fridge full of beverages. Open late for after-party munchies!

Ryan Dorrill

Ryan Dorrill

Edited 2 years ago

Colonial had a great selection of local donuts and pastries at a reasonable price! As someone who used to live in Chicago, where the coffee and donut selection is outstanding, this is a great Oakland mainstay. On my first visit I had the maple bacon donut, which is slightly more expensive but worth it, and also got a lemon pastry. I will definitely come back!

Scott Hanson

Scott Hanson

4 months ago

My favorite donut colony. Sometimes in evening they have hot fresh donuts, a special treat. Nice variety and hours. Not to judge, but there is no seating or bathrooms. I’m sure for good reason!

Amy Wendland

Amy Wendland

6 months ago

The best in the Bay, maybe the world. Go here for an incredible donut without all the overpriced trendy hype. Tons of variety and always fresh! They are loading up trays straight from the oven no matter what time you go. They also have gluten free mochi donuts in multiple flavors. No misses!

Maya

Maya

6 months ago

I stumbled into this place, not expecting much, and now have a new favorite donut spot in the bay area. These donuts are light, and perfectly fried. Left in the bag for half an hour and the paper is not soaked through with grease at all, yet the donuts are still crispy! They're not too sweet and very affordable. Definitely would recommend.

Nancy C.

Nancy C.

a year ago

Colonial Donuts has been an Oakland Gem since forever! 💎 One of the places in town that is a must-try! I've been coming here since high school, which was 20 years ago, the staff are super friendly and very kind. I usually get the donut holes, maple bacon, filled bars, and filled French Cruller. They are made fresh daily. They're the best donuts in town! 🍩

Anthony Toralba

Anthony Toralba

7 months ago

The specialty ube donuts 🍩 were worth the price and tasted fresh (even in the later hours) and the person helping us behind the counter was very patient as this was our first time. There are a big selection of coffee and assorted drinks to help put the sugary treats down and I respect the owner locking up the back area to discourage loitering in the evening hours. Will definitely return when that midnight donut craving hits~ *Tip: If you want a more light and balanced flavor, go with the Glazed Cake Ube Donut. If you want robust ube flavor, go with the Crumble Cake Ube Donut

Kei Loves2Travel&Eat

Kei Loves2Travel&Eat

5 months ago

Love this donut shop! The staff is so friendly & welcoming. The variety of donuts + freshness is top notch. Highly recommend!!

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Service options

  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Coffee

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Atmosphere

  • Casual

Planning

  • Quick visit

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

3318 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, United States

Reservations

+1 510-893-2503

Hours

Open Now · Saturday Open 24 hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
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