Leucadia Donut Shoppe

Too good! One of the best donuts I’ve ever had. We went for the first time in the late morning and they were still warm. What sets them apart is that they have a crispy-​ness to them that gives it phenomenal texture. Go early for more options, it’s a local favorite and people love it!

I read a review of the apple fritters so I had to make a stop on my way to the airport. I wasn’t as moved as the previous reviewer, but this is definitely a great place to stop for an early morning coffee and donut. With that, I will keep it short and sweet to say i will be back to try some of the other goods they offer.

Good old fashion donut shoppe. A local gem that will forever be a part of Leucadia lore. The owners, visitors and the donuts themselves just doesn’t get any better. My fav’s the maple bar and apple fritter, sometimes I just get both. Say ‘hi’ to Tom

This Leucadia gem has some pretty tasty donuts with a great selection, all of this assumes you arrive early of course. The location itself is extremely small and rather homely and the service is solid all the way until they close. This, like VG is one of the go-​to donut joints located just footsteps away from the water which makes it a great place to grab some fried sugar dough just before you with the waves. Overall, a great donut joint with a solid selection.
Pros–
Location
Selection
Old surfy feel
Taste
Price
Service
Cons–
Closes early
Limited selection in the late morning

Mmmmmmmmmmm donuts… mmmmm
This place is awesome! Finally stopped by here on a Sunday and this tiny little donut shop really does make some very tasty ones. Looks like all the locals came super early though because stopping by around almost noon, half the cases were gone but that didn’t stop by. Not having any chocolate left, and not wanting to be boring, I picked a maple bar over my average glazed and I was not disappointed. The donut was huge, so one was enough and was super extra moist & chewy.
Only thing– bring cash! That’s the only way u can pay. Ive actually stopped here before only to sadly find that out & walked away without a donut lol.

For true donut lovers, nothing compares to this tiny hole in the wall place. To die for good! Get here early to avoid sell outs and lines. You must at least TRY the buttermilk donuts. Different. Not killer sweet. My personal favorite. THE BEST donuts anywhere (and I’ve been everywhere!)

Big, fat, fluffy donuts, light and airy, just right with your morning cup of coffee. Friendly service, easily accessible from the 101 hwy.

When the glazed donut is the best thing you’ve ever tasted, you’ve found the right donut place. Leucadia Donut Shoppe is just that.
The donut baker here must have found the secret recipe passed down from the Donut Lords because fluffy, moist, delicious!
Yes, they are only open a few hours a week, but well worth it!

finally after passing them over the years we caught them while they were open… at 5am.
their cake and yeast donuts were ok but what would make us go back are their cinnamon roll with the coconut and their apple fritter.

Being a local, even in college at UCSD, I’ve always frequented a certain donut shop in Cardiff. My neighbors turned me on to Leucadia Donut Shop. Although I feel like a traitor, they give the other donut shop a run for their money! Their buttermilk donuts are ENORMOUS! My daughter was on her way to the airport at 5AM and we stopped in to get her donuts to bring on the plane. The owner was there and opened exactly at five. He was super friendly & the donuts were so fresh! I love donuts but I am picky. Leucadia Donut Shop ranks in 1^st place equal to my «other» fav shop. If you are looking for fresh, standard donuts, this is one of the best ones in North County.

Super cute little shop but the donuts were just ok. With my family of five I managed to sample a few.
I ordered the custard filled chocolate donut but the donut seems hard and the custard was tangy almost sour. My husband ordered the maple bar which I found was the most flavorful but still not my favorite Maple donut overall. The taste of the Dough has a sour flavor which I like but the texture was a little too hard for me.
My daughter ordered the lemon filled donut but the lemon was very artificial flavoring I don’t know if that makes sense! Lol. Not a realistic lemon flavor.
My son ordered the chocolate with chocolate icing sprinkles and that donut was dense yet moist. His tone it was the winner for the morning!
They do not sell donuts by the half-​dozen or dozen it’s only individual sale. Also there’s no bathroom here which is kind of a big deal for me.

Driving past Leucadia Donut every few days, I have been thinking I need to find a time to stop in and check them out. That opportunity came last week. I stopped in around 10 in the morning and the case was mostly empty and options were few. As a result, the donuts I got were not what I was hoping. Still they were good. It’s a great little spot. I like the small outdoor seating area looking out on the Coast Highway. It was a good spot to rest for a few minutes and enjoy my late breakfast.

Good lord!!! These are amazing donuts! Fresh, moist & just delicious. They go fast so go early to get your favorites. We got ours last weekend on a Saturday morning slightly after 9, I should have gone earlier.
I came to a small line of people out the door of the small shop, which I think is a good sign. It took only a few minutes & then I was greeted by a happy chatty owner, he apologized saying «sorry we are out of several donuts! but I said «no worries, this gives us a chance to try some new ones!» & we did & we were quite happy;-)
You can sit outside in the wonderful beachy morning sun if you like. There are tables & chairs to kick back. We will definitely be back.

This is a great little stop on PCH in a really gorgeous town. I’m a Carlsbad resident and I love bringing my kids here for an early morning treat. The owners here are super sweet and the donuts are delish!

Incredible owners, they remember everyone and make amazing donuts. Definitely reccomend this place if you are anywhere near Leucadia. Come early for the best selections and bring cash!

Hands down, my FAVORITE donut shop in North County! I’ve made my way through the donut scene of North County and have to say, Leucadia will forever hold my heart. It may be because I have never had a better apple fritter any where else or maybe the timing of my visits to other competitors around was off, but this place does donuts right! They serve up classic flavors but they are beyond perfect in my opinion. If youre looking for a tasty treat either before or after your early morning dawn patrol, stop on by Leucadia Donut Shoppe for an amzing experience!

My dad, God rest his soul, would have me take him to every donut shop within 10 miles of home in the many towns we lived in, in search of the perfect apple fritter.
THIS IS IT!!! A crispy outside, filled with a medium weight dough and loads of well– spiced apple chunks, hand chopped.
He was a man who enjoyed simple pleasures, and loved watching people give their best in small businesses.
The folks at Leucadia donut give their best, have time for a chat, and are always laughing, as do those who are living their life’s passion.
I’m not a donut person, however, I do enjoy a well-​made french crueller. Here, they’re light and airy, and the sugar is like a fragrance that melts in your mouth. All you want is one more. Thankfuklly, there are 4 options here.
With donut and a well– balanced old-​school cup of joe in hand, we’d go down to swamis to watch the surfers on a Saturday morning.
My thanks to the folks at Leucadia donut, who’ve given me a memory I cherish.
I still get an apple fritter there, and split it with someone at Swamis in memory of my dad.
The crueller? All mine. Bua-​ha-​ha!!!
One less star, only because I can’t do this at sunset (they close 2ish) and because fritters are quickly gone. Go early and buy a few-​they keep well in some waxed paper, still crispy at 3 days. Do not refrigerate.
ALSO-​they have remarkable sandwiches, best melty cheese ever!
Go to Leucadia donut and plan your lunch there as well. Cold drinks and fruit juices available.
Wow, I want a donut now…

Tagged along to Carlsbad on my husband’s business trip. On our way out of town we took the two littles (6 & 3) to the beach one last time and stopped for donuts.
What a treat! We were a bit late (10am) so we missed out on the specialities like Apple fritters but were very impressed with the plain donuts! Very decadent– definitely a diet splurge.
I also tried the ham and cheese croissant. It was fantastic! Very light and buttery with just the right amount of cheese and meat.
Don’t miss this place if you’re wanting a California beach experience!

The best tasting donuts I’ve ever had!
Fresh and the taste is like no other. They are only open from 5:30 — 12:30 daily but worth planning a trip if you’re in the mood for a great donut they sell out of their signature donuts quickly. So get there early.

I have had Leucadia donuts many times and they are always consistently good. Your standard cake donut that isn’t heavy and not too sweet. Stopped in this morning to get donuts for my boys and couldn’t help stealing a bit or two for myself ;)
Cash only which is kinda a bummer but I was literally in and out in under 2 minutes, which is so nice, considering at VGs, whose donuts I also enjoy, there is always a line out the door. The owner is super friendly and helpful.
Picked up a couple sprinkle donuts and they were all gobbled up quickly!