11/11/2026
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📍879 W Harbor Dr
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The Best Donuts is a donut shop located on W Harbor Drive in San Diego, known for homemade European-style donuts made fresh with careful attention to every step. The shop emphasizes that each donut begins with carefully prepared dough before moving on to toppings and glaze, resulting in a first bite that highlights the quality of the process. Social posts also highlight standout flavors and crowd favorites, including a Biscoff option with creamy, crunchy textures and a drizzle meant to be enjoyed one delicious bite at a time.
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879 W Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA
72101
The Best Donuts – W Harbor Drive, San Diego
Public transport (recommended)
1. Take the San Diego Trolley to the nearest downtown station (Gaslamp Quarter or Santa Fe Depot area).
2. From the trolley stop, walk toward Harbor Dr / Downtown waterfront area.
3. If needed, use a short ride-share or bus connection for the last stretch along W Harbor Dr.
Driving and parking
1. Use I-5 or CA-163 to reach Downtown San Diego.
2. Follow signs to Harbor Dr / Waterfront / Seaport Village area, then continue to W Harbor Dr.
3. Parking options: look for nearby metered street parking and public garages around Downtown/Waterfront (often easiest in nearby garages due to limited street spaces).
4. Park in a garage if you want more reliable availability; then walk along W Harbor Dr to your destination.
Accessibility note
- Expect a short walk from transit stops and some curb ramps; check local accessibility routes on arrival since downtown sidewalks can vary by block.
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 9pm |
| Friday | 9am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 9pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 9pm |
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The Best Donuts on W Harbor Drive in San Diego is a go-to donut shop for anyone who loves freshly made, thoughtfully crafted treats. Their donuts start with carefully prepared dough, and you can really taste the care that goes into every step before the toppings and glaze. The result is a lineup of European-style donuts that feel homemade, flavorful, and made with genuine attention to detail.
What stands out most is the quality of the fillings and flavor combinations. From rich, creamy options to crunchy add-ins and satisfying drizzles, each bite delivers that “one more won’t hurt” feeling. If you’re a fan of bold dessert flavors, their Biscoff-inspired donut is especially memorable—creamy, crunchy, and perfectly indulgent.
With its welcoming vibe and consistent freshness at 879 W Harbor Dr, The Best Donuts makes it easy to treat yourself (or share—if you’re feeling generous). It’s the kind of place where the process matters, and it shows in every delicious donut.