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09/24/2026
See you for breakfast?
Some days you need something no frills. Our Basic B comes with scrambled eggs, your choice of cheese, optional protein (like our maple sausage patty!) and your choice of bagel. The perfect sandwich if you're on the go!
Wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/23/2026
Donut highlight: the Sno Ball 🥥
Buttercream filling, chocolate glaze, topped with shredded coconut. Vegan.
Only a week or so to get our September donuts!!
3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/19/2026
Blackberry streusel donut 🫐
one of our September donuts is the B.B. King of Crumbs- Blackberry glaze topped with streusel crumbs. Vegan of course.
Available all September Wednesday thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/18/2026
Weekend special: HOT smoked salmon sando 🐟
Smoked salmon, dill caper cream cheese, farmers market baby arugula dressed with a sun dried tomato vinaigrette, fried capers, herb roasted tomatoes. $15!
This Saturday and Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/17/2026
Can you handle the heat? 🔥🌶️🥵
Our original Jalapeno Poppin' has just the right amount of kick.
Sliced turkey, bacon bits, white american cheese, 2 jalapeño poppers, a fried egg with a light smear of calabrian pimento cream cheese and cherry pepper jam.
Recommended on a jalapeño bagel.
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/16/2026
Dubai chocolate is back, by request 🍫 only for the month of September!
Dubai Chocolate: Pistachio cream, kataifi pastry, and tahini filling. Chocolate glaze and a dark chocolate drizzle. Filled and vegan!
Available all September Wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/13/2026
Come feel the fall vibes 🍂🍁🍎
The Apple Cake: Apple cider cake donut tossed in cinnamon sugar (vegan)
Available all September long, wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/11/2026
Weekend special- brought back by popular demand....
The HASH SLINGING SLASHER is back!
hash browns, bacon, American cheese, avocado, chipotle aioli 🌶️ $14. Vegan version with tempeh this time around!!
Come and get it 7am-2pm tomorrow!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/10/2026
September donut spotlight: The Puffs 🥜🍫
Peanut butter glaze topped with Reese’s Puffs, Dulce de leche, and a dark chocolate drizzle!! Non vegan.
Available all September Wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/09/2026
Someone order a jalapeño bagel?
We highly recommend a fresh Nomad cheddar and jalapeno bagel paired with our house made sun-dried tomato cream cheese 🍅
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/08/2026
September special: blueberry jasmine 🫐💮
Available as a blueberry jasmine matcha or blueberry jasmine espresso Spritz, all of September!!
Wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/04/2026
Weekend special...... Tuna salad sando 🐟
Alright Alright Alrightuna salad sando
Our version of Matthew Mcconaughey's Tuna Salad with: yellow tail tuna, kewpie mayo, fried jalapeños, wasabi, corn, peas and apples on a bagel of your choice!
7am-2pm Saturday and Sunday!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/03/2026
We are hiring!! 🪅🎉
We are looking for a front of house employee, 6-12 hours a week to start! Please email resumes to [email protected].
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
09/01/2026
September donuts are here!! 🍂🍁🍎
🍫 Dubai Chocolate: Pistachio cream, kataifi pastry, and tahini filling. Chocolate glaze and a dark chocolate drizzle (filled, vegan)
⛄Sno Ball: Buttercream filling, chocolate glaze, topped with shredded coconut (filled, vegan)
🍋🟩 Tropic Thunder: Lime curd filling, pineapple and mango glaze, and fresh lime zest (filled, vegan)
🍎 Apple Cake: Apple cider cake donut tossed in cinnamon sugar (vegan)
🥧 B.B. King of Crumbs: Blackberry glaze topped with streusel crumbs (vegan)
🥜 The Puffs: Peanut butter glaze topped with Reese’s Puffs, Dulce de leche, and a dark chocolate drizzle (nonvegan)
Available all September long, Wednesday thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/30/2026
Last day for a juicy cheesesteak ✨
Thinly sliced beef with peppers, onions, and provolone on an Amaroso roll.
Vegan version- soy curls with onions, peppers and vegan provolone on an Amaroso roll.
$12.50 only!!
Today until 2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/28/2026
Philly cheesesteak special this weekend! ✨
Thinly sliced beef with peppers, onions, and provolone on an Amaroso roll.
Vegan version OF COURSE- soy curls from Scratch House with onions, peppers and vegan provolone on an Amaroso roll.
$12.50 only!!
Saturday - Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/27/2026
Last chance to get your favorite August donuts! We rotate next week 🙂
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/26/2026
Did you know we have 13 vegan items on our menu?
Sandwiches, a crunchwrap, tacos galore! Pictured is the Vegan BBB for example - Braised tofu, cabbage & green scallion slaw, pickled red onions, garlic aioli, hoisin bbq sauce, soy glaze, chile crunch 🤤
Wed-Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/23/2026
Donut Highlight: Chamoy and tajin donut 🥭 ✨
Mang-Oy!: Mango glaze topped with chamoy and tajin 🌶️ Vegan!
Available all August long, wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/23/2026
Spamtastic Sunday tomorrow?
Island Boii 2.0- Panko & chicharron crusted SPAM, white american cheese, fried egg, cabbage and green onion slaw, garlic aioli, soy glaze, chili crunch. Recommended on a sesame bagel.
Wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/21/2026
Donut highlight ✨ the Movie Night 🎥🎥
Butter Popcorn infused glaze topped with all your favorite candy pieces 🧈🍬 non vegan!
Available all August long, wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
No special this weekend.
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/20/2026
✨ Japanese egg sando for breakfast ✨
Our Tamago - Japanese-style egg salad, tamari marinated egg, green onion, and chili crunch. Recommended on a sesame bagel.
Wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/18/2026
✨ donut highlight: Pineapple Express! 🍍✨
Hawaiian Haupia dessert filling, pineapple glaze, topped with candied macadamia nuts!! Vegan.
Available all August long, wed thru Sunday, 7am-2pm!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
08/16/2026
Last day for our weekend special!!
Delco Deluxe
Thick cut Smoked Taylor Ham, Hash Browns, Fried Egg, Grilled onions, Sharp White Cheddar, and a Maple Dijonaise $15
7-2!!
📍3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
Address
3102 University Avenue
San Diego, CA
92104
Directions to University Avenue in San Diego:
Public Transport:
- Take the Green Line Trolley towards Santee and get off at the Park and Ride station.
- Walk east on University Avenue for about 10 minutes until you reach the doughnut shop and coffee shop.
- For the restaurant, take Bus 11 towards SDSU and get off at University Ave & Florida St. Walk west on University Ave for about 5 minutes.
Driving/Parking:
- If driving from downtown San Diego, take I-5 N and merge onto CA-163 N.
- Take exit 3B for University Ave and turn right onto University Ave.
- For the doughnut shop and coffee shop, parking is limited but available along nearby streets or in a small parking lot behind the shops.
- For the restaurant, there is street parking available or a parking lot located next to the restaurant.
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
7am - 2pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 2pm |
| Friday |
7am - 2pm |
| Saturday |
7am - 2pm |
| Sunday |
7am - 2pm |
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What people say
Nomad Donuts on University Avenue in San Diego is a must-visit for any foodie looking for unique and delicious treats. This doughnut shop, coffee shop, and restaurant offers an ever-evolving menu of gourmet donuts, pastries, preserves, and artisan coffee that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
As a winner of Cooking Channel's Sugar Showdown in 2016 and receiving praise from various publications such as San Diego Magazine, New York Post, the Union-Tribune, and FOX5 San Diego, Nomad Donuts has become a staple in the San Diego food scene.
What sets Nomad Donuts apart is their ability to blend global flavors with local ingredients to create daily-changing menus that are both creative and exciting. From Pacific Rim flavors to Grandma’s kitchen classics, there is something for everyone at this eclectic donut shop.
In addition to their delicious offerings, Nomad Donuts also provides catering services and collaborates with other local businesses to bring even more unique flavors to their menu.
Overall, Nomad Donuts on University Avenue is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for gourmet donuts that are inspired by the world yet created with local ingredients.
