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Ronald's Donuts
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 4 am - 4 pm
Sat 5 am - 4 pm
Sun 5 am - 2 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Breakfast
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
250 reviews for Ronald's Donuts
Review Highlights
"I had a delicious and enormous apple fritter."
(in 41 reviews)
"Krispy Kreme has NOTHING on Ronald's."
(in 23 reviews)
"The bear claw is enormous, and is also filled with apples."
(in 12 reviews)
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249 reviews in English
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Review from Daniel H.
2/8/2012 1 Check-in Here
I was so happy to find this place. The only donut experience with vegan options that my girl and I normally get is Voodoo, so we were stoked to find a vegan donut place in Vegas. I had the most delicious apple fritter I've tasted in my life here, the chocolate soy custards were also fantastic, and the raspberry turnover was flaky and also great tasting.
I'd give Ronald's 10 stars if I could. Terrific, terrific place and one of my first stops on my next Vegas trip. -
Review from Ursula U.
2/6/2012 12 photos
After a yummy lunch At Cafe De Japon we decided to stop by Ronald's which is just down the street and get a donut for dessert. I wanted to find out what all the rave reviews for Ronald's Donuts were about...
When I walked in it was about 1:00pm and there was an old man reading a newspaper in what looked like an old building - with the decor you could easily date this place....
The Donuts didn't scream at me -" Buy me I'm yummy"- they just looked like regular donuts. So, I figured maybe it's purely the taste that blows people away...
So, we ordered a dozen glazed donut holes which was $1.00 - Awesome price!!!
The bright colored donuts caught my eye so I got a sprinkle donut for my daughter, a red glazed cherry, and an orange glazed. I normally don't choose cake donuts but nothing else seemed interesting to me.
Taste wise they just tasted like regular donuts.... I'm not Vegan so it didn't matter to me if they were Vegan or not. There were bits of orange zest in the glaze on the orange donut - I like seeing real fruit on fruity foods so that was nice.
It would have been nice if the red donut was strawberry flavor with real bits of strawberry in the glaze. But, the cherry was just too sweet to enjoy.... -
Review from Claudia A.
San Diego, CA
1/16/2012 1 Check-in Here
Krispy-what?!
On a recent Vegas trip my friend who is vegan, asked me to pick up donuts for her because they are the one vegan donut place where the donuts taste like donuts. I picke up a few for myself. It's cash only so don't be like me and go on a donut rampage trying to buy the whole store to realize you need another $20. I had to walk a block to the ATM and the woman behind the counter held my stash for me and even threw in a few donut holes and was apologizing for the inconvenience. Inconvenience? Nah it's actually great I can't use my card or I will spend everything I have in the bank on these babies.
I went on a donut binge afterwards and had the gnarliest stomachache but it was worth it! -
Review from Justin T.
Las Vegas, NV
2/6/2012
These donuts are freaking awesome! The vegan donuts don't have that weird taste alot of vegan sweet foods have. It's sweet and tasty. I haven't been disappointed by anything from here. The prices are incredibly fair as well. Seriously the best donuts in town.
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Review from Samantha D.
Las Vegas, NV
1/29/2012
I will never eat another Krispy Kreme again! Ronald's, you ROCK! I am not Vegan, however I follow a lot of their "standards" because I eat clean. I heard about Ronald's through Yelp and could think of no better way to spend my "cheat day" than with having donuts. I was a little apprehensive with it being located in China Town. I figured I would walk in and see flavors I had never heard of. Not the case!
I walked in around 1 PM (they close at 2) and was greeted by a warm, smiling Asian lady. I am assuming she is one of the owners. In front of me was a case, half full with donuts. I am a little sorry to say that sometimes the early bird gets the worm. I was so looking forward to a iced and sprinkled glazed donut, but they were all out. So instead I opted for a maple donut, a regular glazed, a custard filled chocolate iced, a cake donut with sprinkles, and 2 chocolate cake donuts with icing. All of this for $5! What a steal!
I could hardly contain myself as I drove home with that little pink box sitting on my seat. The second I got in the house I started cutting pieces off every donut to sample them. Heaven in my mouth!!!! I am not usually a cake donut girl but their cake donuts are heavenly! The maple donut was one of the best I have ever had. All in all I didn't find one that I disliked.
Thank you Ronald's for yet another spot I can add to my "cheat list"! -
Review from May P.
1/5/2012
VEGAN donuts?! WHAT?! I find it funny that this place doesn't advertise it or even mention it anywhere in the shop. How did people even find out about it? It's a pretty sweet deal, but it makes me wonder why other donut places can't just make their donuts vegan too, for chrissake?! They're yeast donuts that are vegan, but taste like regular freakin' donuts.
When you ask them which are vegan, they point out the top two rows in their case. The only rows on the bottom are actually just cake donuts. Not bothered though. Those are pretty easy to make at home.
I'm from LA - why don't we have a place like this that?! Not fair! -
Review from Regina P.
12/31/2011
Finally tried Ronald's Donuts. have heard so many great things about the donuts made here from Nelson and Sylvia Q.
First and foremost, I have a thing for donut. Indeed, it is my weakness. I have been to many donut shops but I must say that Ronald's Donuts is on the top of the list. I ordered 4 buttermilk and one raspberry filled donuts, all for under $5. I was very happy with my good buy. Those donuts were so much bigger compared to other donut shops.
On top of that, Ronald and his wife are so nice.
I love Ronald's Donuts. I am so glad I don't live blocks away because I will sure to eat it everyday...Listed in: Attack of My Sweet Tooth, 5-Star Stunna
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Review from Ruel G.
Inland Empire
12/21/2011 2 photos
A wonderful throwback in a city that constantly reinvents itself, Ronald's Donuts reminded me of the donut shop of my childhood, where the hard plastic seats caused back spasms but you could sit for hours anyways, thanks to the magical healing properties of all that fried, sweet dough.
On my last visit to Vegas I was up before the crack of noon and decided to leave my hotel's property to sample some of the local cuisine. A quick yelp check yielded Ronald's and I made the short trip into Chinatown. I'm convinced that every donut shop in the world has a group of senior citizens talking about the day's news and Ronald's was no exception. As I walked in, the regulars had their coffees in hand, their daily discussion well under way.
I loved the shop's retro-but-not-hipster ambience and ordered a cinnamon twist and large coffee. The doughnut was crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with the right amount of cinnamon sweetness throughout; it was the perfect complement to a hot cup of coffee.
This was a great getaway from the hustle-and-bustle of the Las Vegas Strip: relaxing, inexpensive, and a delicious way to recharge your batteries before/after a night of Sin City debauchery.Listed in: Can't Talk. Eating.
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Review from Ro M.
San Diego, CA
1/13/2012
I left my heart in Las Vegas. At Ronald's donuts, to be exact. Every time I make the trip out to LV, I make it a point to score a box of donuts + holes. Those delicious, perfect pillows of heavenly goodness- it only makes sense that Ronald's is in Sin City. Vegan donuts? Now that HAS to be the work of the devil.
But I can't help it. I'll be in Vegas next month for Ronald's donuts, I mean, my friend's birthday. -
Review from Marielle M.
Simi Valley, CA
2/1/2012
Their vegan donuts are absolutely amazing!! Being vegan, donuts are really the only thing I ever miss and haven't found a vegan version of, but binging on a few of these filled my craving for the next few years! Apple fritters are my weakness and theirs tastes exactly like I remember! My non-vegan boyfriend also agreed with that. We got a big box and they were all delicious: maple bars, glazed, cinnamon rolls. I will definitely visit this place again every time I come to vegas!
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Review from Chelsea C.
Las Vegas, NV
1/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
I can't believe their doughnuts are vegan! The Boston Cremes are amazing. They also have soy milk for the coffee.
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Review from Sandra F.
12/2/2011
Can you believe they make vegan doughnuts! Well... they do and they are super delicious. On the roadtrip back to Ohio, they were open already 6:00 a.m., happily to serve and sell.
A must try for all you die hard doughnut lovers!!! -
Review from Su-Yee L.
Updated - 1/8/2012
Ronald's donuts, you are still the best donut I've ever had. You were my only request during this visit to Vegas and totally worth it. I've tried other donuts, donuts more famous than yours around new england and they just can't compare. Airy with the perfect amount of glaze and at a great price too! This time, got the boston cream (so good!), a glazed, and a cinnamon chocolate twist. Also, the dozen donut holes for $1 which is SUCH a good deal. I'm definitely coming back before the end of this trip to get my donut fix!
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3/29/2010
Ronald's has the type of donuts I dream about. Airy and light with just the right amount of icing,… Read more »
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Review from Laura J.
Arlington, MA
11/12/2011
Ok, I am sure I am saying nothing that hasn't been said before, but these are the best (vegan) donuts I have ever had. And the cheapest.
Well, it isn't the cheapest once you factor in the cab! I was in a hotel far from this place, but there was no way a vegan should travel to Vegas without visiting this mecca, so I took a cab. It was perfect because I was jet-lagged and up early anyway. It was raining, and Ronald's is in a random little strip mall, so I was worried that I wouldn't be able to get a cab back. Luckily, my cab driver was happy to come in and get a donut for himself once he found out I was just going in for a minute and then heading back.
Seriously, though, it was worth the cab fare and the price of the donuts. I loved the apple fritter. The frosted cinnamon role with peanuts was amazing. The Boston creme made me really happy, and it was one of those "I can't believe it's vegan" moments. The jelly donut was not my favorite because the jelly tasted a little cheap, but I's love to try all the ones I didn't get to try (and the donut holes!) -
Review from Darika S.
Updated - 10/23/2011 1 Check-in Here
Oh my god, get them when they come right out of the oven. The one topped with coconut, so fluffy, but crispy on the outside!!!! Coconut in the batter too? I have no idea, wonderful!
The apple fritter was also very good, but a little too sweet for me this time around.Listed in: The miles don't matter, Viva Las Vegas!!!
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2/15/2010
Went on a sunday morning and the tables were full when we came in, but a table was open by the time… Read more »
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Review from Bren L.
Oakland, CA
1/2/2012 1 Check-in Here
It was 445pm on Christmas Eve and we really wanted to check out the Vegan donuts from Ronald's so before we head over there, we called him to make sure it was open. He was but informed us that they were closing since most of his donuts for the day were gone. I asked him if he can stay open for another 10 minutes so I can at least try try them and maybe get a dozen for my friend who is vegan. He happily stayed open and even gave us extra donuts. The Asian man (I think the owner) was super nice, polite and generous. The place was clean, tidy and a nice mom & pop place. Oh and I used their bathroom in the back and saw how clean it is back there too. 5 stars all the way!
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Review from Jadira R.
11/10/2011 4 photos
I LOVE Ronald's Donuts.
This is my mom's number 1 place to go for donuts even though we don't live in this area. The case is always fully stocked with fresh doughnuts when we go (we always go in the morning). She always gets a dozen of their fluffy and perfectly glazed doughnut holes and I always get a chocolate rainbow sprinkled doughnut, perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. There are always a few regulars eating inside when we go. You can tell they've been regulars for a while because they address the people working there by their names and start asking them things like, "so how are the kids?" If I lived in the area and went here a lot, I'd probably be inviting them over for dinner. They're THAT personable and their doughnuts are THAT good ;) -
Review from Keith R.
Rockville, MD
1/29/2012
OMG....I can't believe they're Vegan! I really can't believe they don't advertise it. But the entire top two shelves are Vegan. Thats at least 3/4 of their selections. Don't be put off by the decor. A hip cool coffee shop it is not. But instead, a small mom and pop shop located in China Town. Be sure to try the Soy Custard filled donuts. Happy Eats.
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Review from David F.
New York, NY
12/26/2011
It seems senseless to add yet another 5-star review to the galaxy of raves on Yelp, but I just came back from Las Vegas, and three visits to Ronald's, and introducing six different friends, and all I can say is that I bow before the greatness that is Ronald's.
But I have to put in a plug for my two favorite items at Ronald's, which for some reason seem to be given short shrift here: the maple cake donuts; and the incomparable buttermilk bars. The former is as soft and lush as a silk; the latter has the crunch of a perfectly roasted almond.
Even if the donuts weren't as good, I'd go just to see the humble and warm owners, who seemed to be surprised there is any fuss.
Doughnut Plant or Bob's might have more unusual offerings, but Ronald's donuts taste much better, with the kind of service that money can't buy. -
Review from Ken M.
Las Vegas, NV
8/30/2011 1 Check-in Here
This place is an ordinary donut shop, but some of the selections go above and beyond, which explains the hype it has received on Yelp. I had what initially looked like a giant cannoli, but was filled with apple filling. It was very good! I also had a double chocolate donut with peanuts, which was the same as you can get anywhere else.
As I was sitting down and finishing my donuts, two patrons walked in and asked which donuts were vegan. The man behind the counter responded that the top two rows of items were vegan. I didn't know donuts were generally made with animal products. Or is saying donuts are vegan similar to Quaker saying that their oatmeal is cholesterol free?
In either case, word of mouth obviously brings in people who are looking for vegan donuts. These two patrons that I've described were not only overweight, but moderately obese. Yet, it was like they were somehow doing themselves a favor by avoiding animal products in their donuts. Any possible benefit in this regard was greatly offset by the amount of saturated fat, flour, sugar, and absence of fiber in the donuts.
Cash is the only form of payment accepted at this donut shop. -
Review from Mike P.
8/26/2011
The wife and I have been here a couple of times in the past two weeks. I'm pretty picky when it comes to doughnuts so, despite the fact that, rather than seeking out doughnutteries (is that a word?) I should probably be looking for a store that sells fresh carrot and celery sticks as snacks, I am always eager to seek out a new doughnut option.
I'm an aficionado of the cake style doughnut and grew up with the excellent ones from Puffin Fresh, a chain in Australia. Upon entering Ronald's the orange and cherry iced cake options really caught my eye and the wife got some of her preferred cream filled and lemon filled concoctions.
The staff were friendly and I really appreciated the 4AM opening time - convenient for that snack attack moment during the summer while night-owling. The cash only stipulation is a bit of an inconvenience, but the prices are good so it all works out - just remember to carry some cash.
When I tried my doughtnuts I was a little disappointed. They were fine, but while the wife enjoyed her filled ones, I had a number of problems with my iced cake-style doughnuts. Firstly, even mere minutes after opening for the day, on both of my visits I have found the doughnuts a bit too hard and dry as though they had been left to cook for a few minutes too long. The second visit two of my six doughnuts featured a really rough, crunchy bottom layer which held more than a hit of grease. These two doughnuts were really unpleasant with the rest being what I would categorise as "fine".
My second issue with Ronald's is I found the doughnuts to be just too sweet. I'm sure everyone is thinking "Well what do you expect! It's a doughnut!", but I mean SWEET - to the point where I would often have to stop eating my doughnut halfway through lest I enter a sugar coma. They really load these up with sweetener and I for one think they've overdone it just a tad. 20% less sugar and 20% less fry time and I think you'd end up with my perfect doughnut.
All in all Ronald's makes some decent doughnuts, but I think the overall Yelp rating here is about a star too high. It could also be an indication of my own particular out-of-steppedness with the American palate when it comes to sweets. (I have to buy artisan bread because standard American white bread tastes like dessert food to me because of the added sugar we don't get in our bread at home)
If you're craving a doughnut at the crack of dawn or just need to fight off a bout of hypoglycæmia, Ronald's might fit the ticket. For me, the great doughnut search continues. -
Review from David S.
7/18/2011 1 Check-in Here
I use to think that Las Vegas Chinatown was limited compared to LA, San Francisco, or New York. Instead of lacking, it is less condensed and noticeable. Ronald's Donuts is a perfect example of that. It is not located in the areas topped by pagodas but is in the general area. With a shabby appearance, this place shines because their donuts are so good.
I had wanted to try three different styles of donuts, so I ordered an apple fritter, a glazed cake loaf, and a dozen donut holes. The total came out to be $3.15 and I left with two small bags of goodies. While driving home, I could not resist and opened both bags. The apple fritter was moist, filled with pieces of fruit, and huge. The cinnamon flavor is present in every bite. The loaf was dense, but did not dry out my mouth. I would probably order the cruller next time because more surface area and less center means more crunchy edges. The donut holes were light and fluffy. The dozen will only cost a dollar. I have a tendency of taking 1/2 a donut, so this was a great way to have a few bites.
The woman behind the counter was very friendly and answered all of my questions while smiling. For those who are allergic to soy, you will not be able to enjoy their donuts, because they are fried in soy oil. -
Review from sasha T.
Long Beach, CA
10/24/2011 1 photo
if i could give ronald's 100 stars, I WOULD.
i've been to ronald's so many times. my boyfriend and i make vegas trips specifically to stock up on their donuts. after running in vegas ragnar this weekend, i convinced some vanmates to take me for a post-race sugar and carbo load. after almost 13 miles and little sleep, i needed ronald's!
this place is epic! being vegan sometimes excludes me from "normal" indulgences, such as a trip for donuts after a long weekend. ronald's is your typical donut shop with little decor, minimalist seating, tons of variety and cheap prices. it reminds me of the donut shop trips i used to take with my family when i was young, only more humane!
ronald's donuts are for real. a donut here isn't the disguised vegan "donut" you get at so many places which is just cake with a hole in the middle. these here are real raised donuts: fried, fluffy, soft, sweet and rich. so many vegan donuts! maple bars, apple fritters, glazed, chocolate covered, custard-filled, jelly-filled, sugar-coated, donut holes, turnovers, cinnamon twists, bear claws, etc etc etc! my favorites are the chocolate covered and the custards! the custard is thick, creamy, flavorful and not overly sweet as to overpower the donut. they also have a couple trays of non-vegan donuts.
ronald's also offers soy milk and vegetarian starter pamphlets, which is awesome! i've had their coffee too, which is way decent. i love dipping a sugar donut into a cold cup of soy milk while sitting in a regular 'ol donut shop, surrounded by both young vegans talking music and gram and gramps reading the paper.
the couple running ronald's is so sweet. they're both very helpful, patient (i take a long time to decide what i want in my box, hehehe), friendly and always all smiles. they love their customers and it shows!
whether you're vegan or not, GO TO RONALD'S! delicious donuts, great prices and awesome service. oh, and bring cash or you'll walk out donut-less. -
Review from Kijou K.
Las Vegas, NV
10/26/2011
Drove past this place for years always wondering how it stayed in business. I thought "how good could a donut be from there?" Look at the place? Well, after all the reviews I finally tried it and I have to say that they make some VERY tasty donuts. My favorites are the custard filled donuts and on Fridays the Chocolate French Crullers. So simple and yet so delicious! I just think back of all the years wasted by just driving by and never stoppping to check it out. Lesson learned...never judge a book by its cover.
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Review from Michelle G.
Las Vegas, NV
Most women are cupcake lovers, not me. I'm different, I'm a donut kinda girl. ;) Donuts are at the top of my list for guilty pleasure when it comes to food. Not afraid to eat more than a couple donuts in one sitting.
So when I finally tried this place out I was in....... DONUT HEAVEN!!!
I first discovered Ronald's Donuts thru yelp. I'm surprised I haven't heard about this place from my friends. Maybe they're keeping it a secret, so they can keep the donuts for themselves or maybe they are totally oblivious of these awesome donuts. Or maybe their not a big Donut Dork like me. It's all good, I'm just glad I found this place thru yelp! Thanks yelpers! :) Thank God for yelp!
Anyways, here's my story: I LOVE love love donuts! This may sound crazy but a couple weeks agao, the night before I planned out exactly what I wanted to do to get these donuts.
...Mission: Donuts.
To get the best selection my plan was to Wake up at 6 and get there by 7-7:30, I'm coming from the other side of the valley, almost 30 miles away, I definitely had to plan a "mini" road trip. The day before, I filled up at the gas station, and made sure I had cash. Set the alarm and went to sleep early.
So I woke up right before my alarm went off. Got to Ronalds at 7ish, I was so glad there were only a few people there and lots of donuts. I made it! Victory! They all looked so good, I was in heaven!
I told them that it was my first time here, and he said, "get one of everything. :)" haha. (I love it when it comes to customer service, that the owner can throw out a good joke so early in the morning.)
That's exactly what I did. ( I'll post photos.)
So I got a dozen, 1-2 of all the ones I wanted and 2 dozen donut holes. :) I was excited!!!! I think I only get like this with donuts. I use to be a dunkin fan, but they have been a disappointment lately. Sooooo happy I went to Ronald's. Great service (I'm all about customer service when it comes to rating a place) and I was happy with my experience.
I spent about $12 bucks, but got a whole big pink box (there's something about bakery items that come in pink boxes) of lovely beautiful donuts and a bag of donut holes. Not too shabby.
Right before I paid, I heard a whole crowd of people coming in, lines were forming. I got super lucky when I got there at the time I did. Thank God! (:
In conclusion, they taste amazing and cheaper than Dunkin. An excellent service. Cash only. One con is they're sooo far from me, but I would gladly make a "road trip" for these pieces of heaven. Oh and I didn't see those burrito thingys, but that will be on my list for Mission: Donuts II.
My favorite is the APPLE FRITTER. The Bear Claw comes in at a close 2nd place. In general, I wasn't disappointed with any of the donuts. There is something so dangerously delightful about something sweet and deep fried. whew...Goodness.
Oh yah for those of you that haven't been here yet, the donuts are HUGE. Mainly the twisted donut, cinnamon roll, apple fritter, bear claw and a few others. As I said in the beginning of my review I can eat a couple in one sitting, not with these. haha. The cake donuts are the same size as other places.
Mission: donuts successful!!! It was an aaaawwwesome way to start my cheat day Saturday! :)Listed in: Breakfast Adventures!
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Review from Shawn D.
Las Vegas, NV
11/29/2011 1 Check-in Here
Ronald's donuts are AMAZING but buyer be warned: they only take cash. But soooo worth it!
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Review from Natalie O.
Las Vegas, NV
12/1/2011
Just go! Vegan donuts?! I mean come on. How great is that? I just wish I lived closer...but then again it's probably better that I don't. :) Also wish they would take cards.
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Review from Shae H.
6/5/2011 1 Check-in Here
Not sure if it was a good idea OR a bad one that I stumbled on this place (speaking in the sense of weight/health wise!)
I wasn't really sure if I understood what a vegan donut was and consisted of, but decided to swing here one afternoon. While they don't have a very varied selection, at the same time what they DO have suffices enough. Their plain donuts are 80 cents! I bought two of the plain ones, and let me say after eating those in little less than 10 minutes... I was hooked. Really bad.
I've never tasted a donut that was as fresh as those. You know the donuts in Smith's or Albertson's that you could get at the bakery, and they taste really thick, sometimes hard because of all the ingredients packed into making the dough for it? Yeah, Ronald's donuts are NOTHING like that. They tasted light, fluffy, and great for vegan. The apple fritters looked extremely tempting, but I'll have to swing back to get a taste of those. I'm not sure if I actually talked to to owner or not, but he was friendly and helpful for my first time. The only drawback about this place? They close super early in the day, so make sure you swing by before the afternoon is done!
I'm afraid I'm going to go Homer Simpson on this place real soon, LOL. The quality of Ronald's donuts plus how cheap they are (80 cents?! That's way better than the deals at Krispy Kreme!) is really hard to pass up. Also, since I've been attempting to convert to more vegetarian/vegan habits, at least I don't feel guilty whatsoever with Ronald's donuts. :)Listed in: Healthy Alternatives
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Review from Tran T.
8/24/2011
Finally got to try the vegan donuts that all the vegans in the world are raving about!
On this trip to Vegas, my bf and I flew so we didn't have cheap car transportation to the donut shop. Took the cab from Aria hotel to the donut shop, jumped out to get some donuts before they closed at 4pm, and then jumped back into the taxi to go straight to the airport. That whole cab ride cost us $35! Those were some expensive donuts, but I'm so glad I finally got to try the donuts.
Not that the donuts are out of this world or anything, but I had been meaning to try out those donuts for a very long time now. Their donuts are just like any other classic donut shop. Nothing creative like Doughnut Plant of NYC or Voodoo Donuts of Portland, OR. But their vegan donuts are simple, and simple is good.
I got a whole box to take home to my family in Southern California. I got Boston Creme, glazed, maple bars, and their apple burrito fritter. The shop owner was so nice, she threw in a whole dozen doughnut holes for free! SCORE!
Only the glazed donuts really tasted soft and fluffy. The boston creme was so good with all the oozing vegan custard. The other donuts you could tell they were vegan because they weren't as fluffy and were a bit cakey, but not a dealbreaker. I wasn't the biggest fan of the apple burrito, that was a bit dry to me. Maybe my donuts would've tasted better if I didn't come at closing hour, but whatever. When I went, there were no other customers in the store so it was perfect for my hit-and-run with the cab waiting outside! Cab driver must've thought I was weird for wanting to go to a random donut shop in Chinatown that was out of the way from the airport! -
Review from Mixie P.
Las Vegas, NV
8/5/2011
I ABSOLUTELY LOVEEEE DOUGHNUTS.. and these doughnuts are perfect for people who want to eat vegan food. Yes they still use white flour and white sugar but somethings gotta give right?
I've bought these doughnuts for my social groups and co-workers and no body ever notices a difference between these delicious vegan ones and non-vegan ones. I am a big fan of fluffy old fashioned doughnuts, not so much the crispy cream kinds.. so if you like it too, its a definite place to go!
Not all doughnuts at the store are vegan but i'd say a good 85% of them are, so vegans won't feel like they have to choose out of 5 choices like their usual cases.
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Review from Emily R.
Finally had the opportunity to try this place. I always come by and forget that they are a cash-only establishment. Not a fan of that and pretty much the only reason I decided to give Ronald's just four stars instead of five. I almost NEVER carry cash on me, so that's a super inconvenient policy for me.
I purchased a dozen mixed donuts along with a dozen donut holes for an office party. Everyone loved the donuts and for under $10 for everything, I thought it was a great deal!
I will definitely be back, but I guess I'll have to hit the ATM first...Listed in: Westside, Cheap Eats, Just Desserts, Snack Attack, Heading down, to Chinatown.
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Review from Abby S.
5/10/2011 1 Check-in Here
Not to brag or anything, but I've had some damn good donuts in my day. And Ronald's stacks up with the best of 'em.
My donut obsession began at an early age, when my Dad used to take me with him to Harold's House of Donuts in Decatur on Saturday mornings while we waited to have his car washed/detailed next door. As I got older, these trips became few and far between, but they'll always hold a special place in my heart. Heartwarming, I know...
But as I said earlier, I've had some awesome donuts since then, including World's Fair Donuts (St. Louis), Voodoo Donuts (Portland) and Psycho Donuts (San Jose). Each one has their own "shtick" and I happily gobbled up the offerings. What I liked about Ronald's is that there is no gimmick- No cereal on top, fancy colors or witty names, just classic donuts at their best. It very much reminded me of Saturday mornings with my Dad at Harold's. Simple and a tad nostalgic.
If you're in Vegas and able to get out from partying on the Strip to try some truly local food, definitely hit up Ronald's. Nothing fancy, but it hits the spot.Listed in: Treat Yourself..., Las Vegas, NV, Carney Food
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Review from Topher N.
Las Vegas, NV
1/11/2012
Buttermilk donuts! That's all I go there for.
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Review from Diana G.
We stopped in here after HnJC and picked up a few items.
Donut holes were soft and sugary.
I had some of the bear claw and thought it was fresh and good.
I took a bite of the apple burrito and thought it tasted just like a bear claw except it was fried.
I did not eat the raspberry donut.
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Review from Belanger D.
Tempe, AZ
12/15/2011
I was ecstatic when I heard about Ronald's Donuts having a large selection of vegan donuts! Besides one doze-off in the car I was up all night long with thoughts of eating those donuts on my mind. I mean, being vegan it'd been years since I'd had a convenient donut. Upon walking in I noticed the interior and atmosphere of the place was much like any other donut shop with old men sipping coffee and reading newspapers. Contained in a glass enclosure were long shelves full of donuts with the top two shelves displaying a wide selection of all vegan donuts. So you see this wasn't a pansy excuse with one or two vegan options...there were many to choose from. I told the lady behind the counter that I wanted an assortment so I chose the big empty pink box and began pointing at donuts. ...But oh no the box began to fill! I became overwhelmed, I just couldn't decide. How could I leave some out...I wanted one of everything! The lady noticed my confusion perhaps and began picking up donuts and looking at me while pointing them towards the box. What!? Was I being too slow? How could she possibly expect me to make these decisions quickly? I gave into her though from pure mental exhaustion, haha, and nodded my head yes to each of her suggestions. I ended up with a nice selection of sweets and they were delicious. I took one bite from each donut first and then carelessly gorged myself.
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Review from Steve L.
Burlingame, CA
8/21/2011
Yelp strikes again! I am on the Vegas strip and am tired of the of the inflated prices at the hotel. Can't a brother just get a cup of coffee and a donut? Well, I find my fellow yelpers raving about Ronald's Donuts.
When I wake up, I make the drive to Ronald. I tried the bear claw, the donut holes, and the apple fritter. Bear claw was huge, full of apples, but the winner of the lineup - apple fritter. Fried, apple, sugar, I am craving it now! Goes well with their coffee - diner style, not that overpriced starbucs kind. Me want apple fritter.Listed in: Anti-Stripping in 10 minutes…
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Review from Melanie M.
Columbus, OH
7/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
It's been said a million times, but VEGAN DONUTS!!!
They're so so so so good. I only have Voodoo Doughnuts in Portland, OR to compare with, but I have to say I liked Ronald's a lot more. These are the traditional type donuts. Very inexpensive, very tasty, very fresh.
We ended up getting a dozen assorted ($7.35) and a dozen donut holes ($1.00) for our wedding celebration!! Of course we had a few fancy donuts and coffee while we were there.
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Review from Lindsey W.
Long Beach, CA
10/24/2011
Oh Ronald, I am seriously in love with you. The nicest business owners and seriously bomb prices for one of the best foods on planet earth. These are the best vegan donuts on the planet and they make me so happy. You can't eat just one-that is a fact. I would recommend saying you need a dozen vegan and let him pick, unless there are some that you specifically want. My favorites are the classics- glazed, sugar coated, chocolate coated, and I really like the chocolate glazed one with this vanilla pudding filling-YUM. OMG, I love this place. They also have these long cigar rolled ones with apple filling and they are ridiculously amazing. Go now, pick anything off of the top two shelves. You won't be disappointed!
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Review from Frank W.
Kensington, CT
Updated - 11/9/2011 1 photo
We made 3 visits to Ronald's for the world's best apple fritters over the course of our 2- week vacation.
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10/9/2008
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Review from jordan F.
Fremont, CA
7/26/2011
VEGAN DONUTS OH MY FUCK
is pretty much all that needs to be said. Day two of APP, my friend Lilly showed up with a few boxes full of vegan donuts and It was perfect for that morning.
Granted, I'm usually semi health-conscious, so I totally felt unhealthy for eating vegan donuts like 6 times while I was in Vegas.
So worth it. Will be going back.
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