CrayNut-Donuts — Restaurant in California

Donut Series, Part 11 “Discoveries are often made by not following instructions; by going off the main road; by trying the untried.” Frank Tyger

Frank might just be onto something here, and Craynut Donuts has decided to put his theory to the test.

In fact, they appear to be challenging the entire donut establishment. The traditional industry standard is pretty simple: while the rest of us are catching the last of those z’s each night 😴 some unfortunate person is dispatched to crank out some 🍩 even before the sun rises.

And yet Craynut Donuts questions the assumption that donuts must be prepared before you arrive. Pshaw says them! How about watching your donut being prepared before your eyes and to your specifications (sometimes including the addition of 🔥)?

I kid you not, determine the number of donuts that you need, select your glaze, toppings, and drizzles, and then sit back and watch the creative process! Sure, you’ll need to wait a few minutes on their comfy couches, but these are custom donuts people!

Our donuts were excellent and the customer service was even better. And in case you’re wondering, The Vanilla Bean, Sprinkles, and Blueberry Donut is “Elsa” approved. 😉

The donut revolution has begun!

And that’s…Henry’s...

It is an amazing concept and a clean looking store, except for the fryer which the oil looked dark and it had the telltale signs of the gunky sticky buildup of a fryer that isnt filtered, cleaned, and degreased regularly. I ordered two donuts, and they were inconsistent, the dough didn't even rise and the oil turned them this orange-ish color. Because they were made to order the glazes and toppings were melty and they looked like sad dough pucks that were decorated pretty. The glazes and toppings tasted good but unfortunately the main component, the donut, was so soggy it fell apart in my hands before i even took a bite. I couldnt finish it, and as a sugar addict that loves donuts, it was maybe the first time in my life i threw a donut away. Very disappointing because the idea of the store is A+, i think if they change their dough recipe, filter their fryer daily and deep clean it weekly it...

Warm fresh donuts are the best! Here you get to order your donut and watch it get made! The menu is simple enough, choose a glaze and then if you're feeling adventures, a topping and drizzle (for additional cost). Presentation is cute and the donuts themselves are so fluffy and tasty, almost like vanilla cake. They also have coffee and donut milkshakes available. I highly suggest coming when they first open or when it isn't busy so you can properly view the entire donut...