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Fosters Donuts in La Crescenta

4.3 (146) 2601 Foothill Blvd, La Crescenta-Montrose, CA 91214, United States

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Donut shop

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La Crescenta, Los Angeles County, California, US

Phone: +1 818-249-1533
Site: http://fosters-donuts-la-crescen...

Opening 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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Total reviews rating 4.3

146 Reviews for Fosters Donuts 2024:

Review №1

2023-05-26 16:48:11

Great location, open 24 hours. It’s cash only so I don’t stop as often as I would if it wasn’t. Delicious and fresh donuts every time. My favorite are the chocolate glazed! They have lots of options.

Review №2

2023-12-06 06:18:12

Best donut shop on foothill Blvd, best donut shop in Glendale area. Best donut shop period. Try the ham and cheese croissant

Review №3

2023-08-08 17:48:57

Gave her $70 worth of scratchers tickets, three times she tried to rip me off by stacking my tickets on top of each other. First she said I had $30 bucks, I said I have $70, than she said $40. I opened all the tickets in front of her so she finally said $70. I cant stand people who try to rip me off. Ill never visit this place again.

Review №4

2023-06-05 02:55:25

They are 24/7 so if you have the late night craving this is your spot! This place has THE best donuts and service !!! Prices are fair and the establishment is clean

Review №5

2023-10-30 19:06:16

Best donut shop in LA. My favorite is the chocolate glaze, strawberry crueler, & pink frosting with rainbow sprinkles. Open 24hrs

Review №6

2023-05-27 22:45:51

Donuts are very delicious. Prices are a little high but its understandable with rent and leases being so high in the area. Loved their filled selection

Review №7

2019-02-18 14:44:07

My first experience was normal, their donut was ok, only thing I didn’t like was cash only.My second time I went, the same owner giving me a attitude and their coffee is water down and expansive. The donut price is little more than I expected and it was cold and not as good as I had first time.I would not go there again. I guess their products wasn’t good as much because I get to witness how the owner treat his workers and customers.

Review №8

2021-03-10 03:30:27

My mother used to go here and is always raving about it. I happened to be nearby and decided to check it out. She was right. The donuts are delicious.

Review №9

2018-06-18 23:56:12

Fosters has the best donuts in town. Correction: Best coffee shop donuts in the world ( and I eat a lot of donuts). Their chocolate glazed and strawberry crullers are THE BEST. Fosters is open 24 hrs and at almost always has a fresh batch of somethin

Review №10

2023-03-04 08:50:54

Here’s a tip: make sure you count back your change. In my particular case, it couldn’t be a coincidence that the three times (separate occasions) that we have bought donuts from this place, the incorrect change was given to us by the same and not-so-friendly female cashier. The first two encounters had been with the kids who I underestimated by thinking they didn’t know basic math but according to the woman’s response, taxes had been added. The third and last time, I personally went back to request a receipt for my purchase as I was given the incorrect change and we all make mistakes, no problem but the attitude that unfolded shortly after was just UNNECESSARY, specially when she made the error. I politely calculated for her and she complied with the right change but at that point I felt as if she wanted me out the door based on her reaction upon my return. Now, I could’ve easily let it go but as I mentioned, this was the third time it happened and I would hate to think she scams others by over charging and/or giving less change so just be mindful. Unfortunately for me, it took her unpleasant attitude to stop me from coming back here than the issue with the money.

Review №11

2022-04-11 01:15:25

Easy, and friendly donut spot. Please be advised it is cash only!! Parking lot out front shared with an auto parts shop.

Review №12

2023-01-19 16:29:38

I being told to go there, because apparently that is the best donut shop in La Crescenta. People let me tell you something,: IT IS NOT! It is actually one of the worst donut shop in La Crescenta. THE DONUTS ARE OLD... Does are not fresh donuts. Because if you believe that does donuts they selling are fresh, you wrong.

Review №13

2022-05-31 16:36:07

Everybody goes crazy over the national chain donut that starts with a K, but if you havent stopped by Fosters and grabbed a donut from here, you are missing out. Their choices of donuts are amazing, the flavors will make you want to come back for more. It maybe a little bit more of a drive for us on a weekend morning, but it is worth every second we spend on the road to get there.

Review №14

2023-04-16 22:14:04

Best donuts in the foothills. Best Apple fritters in CA. I bring back a box to San Francisco every visit.

Review №15

2021-04-17 23:48:01

They have fancy donuts that are average in taste but with Beverly Hills prices.Customer service is really lacking here.Smiles go a long way with me & a thank-youcome back again should be told to seal the deal.Got 2-B brutally honest. Not coming back again

Review №16

2021-03-09 00:33:00

It is cash only and there is an ATM on site. I stopped in because I have an obsession with finding a good fritter. Everything looked fresh. Their fritters looked like they would be good. Glistened with glaze and a toasty brown. I also got an apple filled pastry and a Ham & Cheese filled croissant in addition to two fritters. The apple filled pastry was very tasty. The ham and cheese was really big thought for a croissant it was a little flat and not very flaky. The cheese and ham were tasty but light in quantity for the price. The fritters were a let down since they looked so good. They were over fried and a little dense which made them greasy. I think that if they werent fried quite so long they might have been better. I would go back to try some of the other donuts but overall I was not impressed with selection, quality or price. The service was acceptable over all.

Review №17

2023-04-16 05:12:18

Donuts are good! This place has been around for a while. Always enjoy donuts from here

Review №18

2022-05-17 18:18:50

When you want treat your self to some doughnuts Fosters delivers the best experience youll ever have with a simple, unprentious, sprinkle doughnut. Their sprinkle doughnuts are pleasing to every sense. When you bite into one, youll experience a slightly crispy skin that gives way to a light fluffy interior. Perfection!Dont forget to BRING CA$H!Its a consession Im willing to live with to get my Fosters fix, but come on folks! This is the 21st century, its time to get on with credit card transactions. We dont love your doughnuts because they are the cheapest, we love em because they are the best!

Review №19

2017-04-29 21:01:27

Bring cash and a sweet tooth! My go-to place for donuts in the Foothills communities. I have tried many of the area donuts and Fosters consistently tops the rest. Friendly and helpful staff, clean shop, at a good price. Parking can be rough at peak times.

Review №20

2018-08-16 15:48:44

I never thought I would have a bad experience at a donut shop considering my sweet tooth until now. First time wandering into this joint as I like to patronize small mom and pop places. I now regret walking into Fosters. The lady behind the counter does not smile or greet you. She just stares at you as you decide with this expression like she hates you or her job or both. The donuts are a whole other conundrum as I sit writing this with an upset stomach.I ordered an apple fritter and it wasnt until I got home that I realized it was overcooked, flat like a big cookie, and HARD as a rock. This seemed like a day old donut that sat in the fridge overnight. Mind you this was at 8am so you would think the donuts are fresh. I gave it a try to give them benefit of the doubt but could not get halfway through it before throwing it away in disgust.Between the lack of friendly service and the poor quality of the donut, I will steer clear of this place and head down the street for my sweet fix. I will be sure to tell my foodie friends in the area to go elsewhere.The plus side of this debacle though, it kept me from eating too much carbs and at least I found out the hard way at home near the toilet.

Review №21

2022-02-01 00:50:04

I worked at Fosters in 1987 ! Cant believe its still open !!!! USED make the fry cakes.... I love LA!!! Gotta get back !!!! Its been calling me back for all these years. Left b coz of earthquakes... could handle it now Im sure..

Review №22

2017-06-16 01:36:40

Ever since I bought donuts from Fosters I cant go anywhere else. The owners are super friendly and nice and the donuts are simply so good! The only problem I have now is that I am hooked and have to go at least three times a week to eat their delish donuts and Thai Tea Boba. I am happy they are always open.

Review №23

2021-03-23 20:58:19

Fosters donuts has the best donuts of any donut shop in Los Angeles county. I should know, I love donuts and try to stop at every donut shop I see. Their cronuts are easily worth 100 times what they cost and I would trade my daughter for one of their apple fritters.

Review №24

2021-01-28 02:41:03

Im giving four stars to the DONUTS, this place has BEST FRIED SUGAR ROLLS EVER.Fosters would have gotten 5 stars, but my experience today ruffled my feathers. So, I understand coffee takes a few minutes to brew and was delighted at the thought of my gloriously hot Java and that apple fritter . Now after paying 35 dollars for our botty, we head out to the car as the shop is now filling up, and the Asian woman behind the counter reminds us it will be a few minutes as we head out.As time passes, I look on and envy my boyfriend devouring his pink French dount gussling cold refreshing milk, its coffee time! As I walk back into Fosters to claim the large hot cup of coffee on the counter waiting for me..... panic sets in. I stand there and notice the cream and sugar is behind the Asian woman piling donuts into a pink box, so I have to ask . Being told to wait, even longer has me growing irritated, especially when the very large woman being helped thinks it time to inform me its her turn and to wait as she must pay first and Im to close...and I shouldnt of walked out. *** Wait I already paid for my purchase and just would like my coffee fixens, so I can join my boyfriend now waiting 15 minutes for me in the truck. *** I was not impressed with the Asian woman behind the counter, she apologized to the mean large woman and ignored me.... rude..... so rude....Pouring my cream and sugar seemed a tast to tall and tedious.... sorry to of ask for coffee, which any donut shop should of had brewed and ready. We are going to stick with the late night guy, when all the donuts are available with friendly service.

Review №25

2021-02-28 21:52:38

Fosters Donuts have been around my whole life. Thats nearly 38 years. Pretty much cant find a doughnut shop that compares to it. Far as I know, it is the only doughnut shop in the area that open 24 hours a day.

Review №26

2023-02-18 16:24:34

Great selection. Clean operation nice staff and awesome donuts

Review №27

2021-02-11 18:05:41

This is one of my favorite donut places in the area. Whether you want a quick morning breakfast, or a late night snack, this place is always there to deliver. My go to favorites are the chocolate bar and the plain cake.

Review №28

2017-12-02 09:21:46

So I live within 5 miles and if Im hungry at night its great because its open 24 hours. So its like a anytime you want desert or breakfast whatever floats your goat. But my Goat floats when I can get doughnuts whenever I want!

Review №29

2016-09-27 20:56:04

Used to come here all the time when I was younger. Open all day all night. They sell donuts and other goodies. If you can get in at the right hour when their donuts are fresh, they are the best.

Review №30

2022-10-23 02:40:07

Best donuts ever . I live 23 miles away and I drive there only to get donuts

Review №31

2023-02-10 21:15:43

Rude customer service. Workers always show attitude. Decent donuts.

Review №32

2018-08-28 14:15:50

I didn’t have cash so they lost a sale. I’m not paying their $2 ATM fee plus the $2 my bank charges for a $5 transaction. Who doesn’t take electronic payments in this day and age? Charge a 50 cent card transaction fee if you want but sheesh take cards.

Review №33

2022-12-15 23:31:54

The gentleman that was there I assume was the owner, he was very nice and the donut was fresh & good, not greasy

Review №34

2018-11-07 00:26:55

My college friend always told me California had better donuts than the east coast. I didnt understand until I ate a glazed donut at Fosters Family Donuts. So good.

Review №35

2022-12-17 17:37:06

Great selection of tasty donuts and pastries. Very fresh!

Review №36

2021-02-25 18:00:48

24 HOUR Deliciousness! From the Donuts to the Muffins to the Ice Blended Mocha and everything in between! Keep up the great work and kind atmosphere! 🍩🍪🧋

Review №37

2016-03-15 23:23:50

Growing up there were two places wed get donuts from. One was here, at Fosters Family Donuts and the other was at a Chinese take out place down the street called Chores. That one was convenient because it was a little closer, but the donuts werent as good. I have since wondered how the owners decided on the name Chores for their little Chinese take-out place. Was the guy who opened it just so surprised and sick at the amount of chores he had to do to run a restaurant that he sarcastically called it Chores because thats all it was to him? Chores was right across the street from a KFC that my dad absolutely hated. Now you have to understand my father was always a very even-tempered and patient man but the one thing that could always get him mildly-frustrated was having to go to that KFC. His main complaint was that every time he tried to order a specialty item like popcorn chicken theyd say Oh were out of that like, every single time. Hed always come out of their just bitter and flustered which was funny because he was still holding a bucket of thighs and drumsticks but hed say something under his breath like knuckleheads! or unbelievable!.Anyway, Fosters Family Donuts. Its located in what I like to call the Saturday Morning Dad Shopping Center cause its right next to an OReilly Auto Parts and if there are two places youre most likely to find your dad on a Saturday morning its in a donut shop or an auto parts store. Or a hardware store. I swear my dad lived for the chance to drag me or my brother to the hardware store on Saturday mornings and then spend at least an hour sorting through those little drawers of screws and bolts.Anyway the donuts here are good.

Review №38

2016-09-13 20:36:09

Just the fact that theres a place we can go in La Crescenta 24 hours is a great plus. Didnt give 5 stars because its basically a wifi connection away from feeling like a 24 hour Starbucks

Review №39

2023-07-08 04:42:24

Excellent customer service, I love it🍉

Review №40

2022-12-30 18:38:11

Great spot and tasty donuts. Staff is very friendly

Review №41

2023-01-24 09:12:54

Always so fresh and so yummy. I love their cinnamon rolls.

Review №42

2022-02-05 19:59:39

Good coffee and very good donuts. The apple fritter was one of the best Ive ever had.

Review №43

2018-12-06 09:23:12

Hard to find but its worth it...they have great assortment of donuts... Only drawback is yu have to travel alitttle to get to them...They are about 40 mins away...😣😕...too bad really because they are a great tasting donut. Wish they were more my way...!!

Review №44

2017-06-30 08:08:55

Fosters has the best doughnuts in the area!! Not only is it open 24/7 but they are baking 24/7 as well so there is always fresh doughnuts!!

Review №45

2020-03-12 17:46:44

Their really good doughnuts. I wouldnt spent that much money just for doughnuts but their actually pretty good. Personally this is a place to go to buy single different types of doughnuts instead of getting dozens like at krispe Kreme

Review №46

2023-05-06 20:25:52

This is a very good one.Every local must know it.

Review №47

2017-01-27 19:02:26

Nice people. Bring cash not credit cards. Your basic California donut. Not Crispy Cream or Dunkin Style. Very nice people.

Review №48

2022-09-09 14:50:47

Its open earlier than most places, and always have fresh coffee and freshly cooked donuts.

Review №49

2020-01-20 03:51:39

Great ham and cheese croissants and good donuts, but the workers are rude and dont accept credit card. 6/10

Review №50

2018-09-17 05:31:09

Pretty good donuts here. Theyre cash only though. And a little expensive in my opinion.

Review №51

2018-10-03 21:50:54

Convenient place for donuts, coffee, pastries and more. Prices are the same as any of the other local places. Its a donut shop; what more can I say?

Review №52

2022-06-04 21:37:40

Love their Donuts hate that they only accept cash though.

Review №53

2017-03-26 21:20:57

The donuts are fresh and tasty. The coffee is good and cheap. There could be better seating.

Review №54

2017-08-09 05:39:29

Best dounts in town! Good ham & cheese. Very good coffee and decent service. Love this place

Review №55

2021-06-21 19:56:42

Amazing donuts and the lady that works the counter at night is the best person ever!

Review №56

2019-05-22 20:40:23

Great taste and good quality. My go to place for glazed donuts in La Crescenta

Review №57

2019-08-10 04:11:08

Friendly sweet staff. Love their donuts. Will certainly reccomend

Review №58

2017-08-17 07:55:30

Quite clean, wonderful assortment of donuts at all times of visits. Nice employees.

Review №59

2020-11-14 19:04:01

Yeah this is my favorite place this place this side of the Mississippi people are really nice to know theyre great!

Review №60

2022-04-07 00:35:56

Great fresh donuts any time of the day or night.

Review №61

2017-02-20 16:22:57

Doughnuts are fresh and good tasting, but the ham cheese and jalapeno croissant is why I go there

Review №62

2020-01-18 17:05:32

My fav donut spot. Always fresh and Friendly. Plus yummy Donuts!

Review №63

2019-09-08 01:41:52

These donuts are a bit pricer but worth it. Very very tasty

Review №64

2019-03-05 01:07:45

The next time you come to La Crescenta you must go to foster family donuts! The best donut 🍩 ever!

Review №65

2017-09-19 19:20:17

Good coffee, the donuts were great. One of the best things from vacation in California.

Review №66

2018-05-20 22:31:45

Cash only and Expensive.Over $1 per simple doughnut.Nothing special about their doughnuts.

Review №67

2017-02-26 12:08:36

Open 24 hours, decent donuts, not the best but better than most.

Review №68

2020-02-11 02:24:48

The best donuts ever. Ive been a customer for over 30yrs

Review №69

2022-04-16 20:45:05

There isnt much other purpose to my life than eating the apple crumble when available.

Review №70

2021-01-05 03:59:45

Been coming here for over 25 years and I get the same thing every time. Delicious 😋

Review №71

2017-06-23 14:38:39

Lilly and all the staff are great. Start every morning with coffee and donut along with great friends

Review №72

2017-12-06 18:09:01

Dont take cards and their Tai tea is basically a full cup of ice, and the service is not great

Review №73

2021-07-19 05:03:15

Awesome placelate night 11 pm to midnight best time to go there

Review №74

2017-08-24 12:31:13

Better than Krispy Kreme for coffee and donuts.Cash only with ATM inside.

Review №75

2020-12-05 18:36:51

Rude and lazy people working here. Asked for ham and cheese, and was told No Have!. Thats it?.. No Have?.. Lazy people never keep customers!

Review №76

2021-10-04 00:10:30

Delicious Donuts 🍩 but can be a little pricey due to the Covid19 Pandemic.

Review №77

2019-02-04 17:56:47

I have been going to fosters for 30 years always great donuts

Review №78

2020-06-01 01:15:34

The donuts here are so good. Always fresh.

Review №79

2020-01-02 19:44:43

Good selection and glad that they are open all day long.

Review №80

2021-05-19 03:16:00

Bad customer service.Theres not variety of donuts.

Review №81

2021-04-25 17:01:28

Always friendly service. Great taste all products

Review №82

2019-12-25 03:38:31

Great selection. The only thing I dont like is that its cash only.

Review №83

2022-03-07 07:56:40

Very good assortment of delicious donuts.

Review №84

2016-07-09 10:01:32

Older woman who works there is SUPER rude! Would not tell us the price for a dozen donuts! Ridiculous!

Review №85

2019-04-19 02:53:40

Best donuts ever and Lily and Michelle are grrreat!

Review №86

2016-05-13 19:21:37

By far, THE BEST DONUTS. Always fresh, not oily tasting!

Review №87

2022-04-09 05:25:32

Yummy, yummy donuts. Light, airy, delicious!!

Review №88

2018-05-03 05:51:15

Staff doesnt smile at all. The guy and the girl both have chips on their shoulders.

Review №89

2020-01-09 19:58:03

My favorite chocolate glazed donuts in the world!

Review №90

2019-12-20 16:53:44

Donuts were great service was friendly and helpful

Review №91

2017-02-01 08:37:19

Hot coffee and a fresh glaze donut for the early bird.

Review №92

2019-03-26 22:08:56

Best donuts in they local area.

Review №93

2019-02-15 13:04:33

The best ever you have to go a 230 in the morning

Review №94

2021-07-13 04:46:32

Great donuts, and nice people.

Review №95

2022-07-24 15:23:45

Best donuts in the area!

Review №96

2019-01-18 05:01:15

We love Fosters in Saturday morning

Review №97

2019-12-03 16:25:05

Friendly service and awesome apple fritters

Review №98

2019-10-18 05:55:19

The people are very friendly and keep there place very clean.

Review №99

2019-08-09 15:29:07

Great Donuts and Customer Service!

Review №100

2018-03-12 12:59:56

Cash only. Great doughnuts.

Review №101

2018-01-25 02:27:43

Good quality, good service, and always open.

Review №102

2019-03-31 22:55:25

Fresh, delicious, innovative, great service, great taste...

Review №103

2020-02-12 00:31:31

Coffee and Donuts is always a good thang!!!

Review №104

2017-09-12 23:23:59

Love this place, good customer service and friendly

Review №105

2018-04-16 20:43:35

Ok. Cash only

Review №106

2019-04-23 22:14:07

Classic donut shop. Could some vegan options

Review №107

2017-06-23 00:15:07

Great place open 24 hours

Review №108

2021-02-09 00:45:07

Quite possibly my favorite donut spot

Review №109

2019-09-15 17:36:11

Nice variety & friendly staff : )

Review №110

2019-07-11 15:18:40

Great local independent shop.

Review №111

2019-05-29 22:47:26

Best coffee and donuts around.

Review №112

2023-01-04 20:05:18

Looks good 👍

Review №113

2022-04-02 21:11:00

Donuts always fresh!

Review №114

2022-04-20 20:04:58

Mid but ight head

Review №115

2017-06-28 16:08:29

Great freshness and friendly staff

Review №116

2019-02-23 07:36:35

Cheap prices good doughnuts

Review №117

2016-11-29 21:03:20

Night shift crew is awesome

Review №118

2016-12-01 22:57:40

Actual donuts, not just artificial.

Review №119

2018-05-28 16:32:36

Good variety, cash only

Review №120

2021-09-18 07:13:47

The best donuts around.

Review №121

2022-06-04 18:36:26

I like too much.

Review №122

2019-01-28 01:59:29

Great people great donuts

Review №123

2017-09-02 16:43:36

Not very friendly attendants.

Review №124

2020-02-09 21:48:56

Chocolate glaze donuts are a must

Review №125

2018-05-21 15:45:33

Best Apple Fritters!!!

Review №126

2019-08-03 03:32:41

Cash only

Review №127

2021-08-22 16:54:36

They are so unkind

Review №128

2019-01-17 10:55:09

Fosters OG for donuts

Review №129

2021-07-25 15:30:33

Very expensive!.

Review №130

2021-05-24 14:46:45

Fritter game is on point

Review №131

2019-08-24 21:28:49

Donuts are people food

Review №132

2018-12-30 09:29:40

Okay ...

Review №133

2017-06-23 22:52:36

Great

Review №134

2019-11-26 20:03:47

Good Service

Review №135

2021-04-13 23:07:14

Dope

Review №136

2018-03-21 14:40:53

Excellent Donuts!!

Review №137

2017-05-02 17:54:19

Great donuts.

Review №138

2013-05-26 03:20:08

A little pricey.

Review №139

2018-10-21 20:54:22

Not my food

Review №140

2019-08-15 15:06:06

Poor service

Review №141

2022-12-19 22:20:57

Good donuts

Review №142

2018-08-08 17:26:14

Review №143

2015-07-06 04:01:00

Best donuys

Review №144

2017-10-23 05:33:53

Burnt doughnuts😔

Review №145

2016-01-07 16:35:47

Review №146

2022-04-05 18:26:40

Very good