Welcome to Uncle Benny's Donut & Bagel
At Uncle Benny's Donut & Bagel, we are passionate about crafting delicious experiences for our San Francisco community. Since opening our doors, we have become a beloved neighborhood gem, serving fresh, made-to-order donuts and bagels. Our menu features a delightful variety, from rich Butter Milk Donuts to savory jalapeño cheddar bagels. With a commitment to quality, our baked goods not only satisfy cravings but also embrace a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re starting your day with our early morning offerings or indulging in a sweet treat, Uncle Benny's is where comfort food meets friendly service, making every bite memorable.
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2049 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122 Hotline: (415) 731-1323
If you find yourself wandering the vibrant streets of San Francisco, make sure to stop by Uncle Benny's Donut & Bagel, a delightful haven for food lovers located at 2049 Irving St. Known for its warm, inviting ambiance and friendly staff, Uncle Benny's has swiftly become a neighborhood gem that puts a clever twist on classic breakfast fare.
Upon entering, you're greeted by the tantalizing aroma of fresh donuts and freshly baked bagels. The menu boasts an impressive array of choices, including:
- Donuts: From buttery, melt-in-your-mouth Buttermilk Donuts ($2.95) to rich Cake Donuts ($2.50) and their irresistible Old Fashioned variety ($2.50), there’s a sweet for every palate.
- Bagels: The selection is equally enticing. Whether you're in the mood for a savory Ham, Cheese, Egg, and Bacon Bagel ($12.25) or a luscious Lox Smear Cream Cheese Bagel ($6.75), Uncle Benny’s has you covered with generous fillings and bold flavors.
- Family Bundles: Consider the Family Bundle with a dozen assorted regular donuts to share with friends or family for just $29.00—a perfect choice for group gatherings.
Patrons rave about the freshness of the ingredients, with regular customer Chelsea Y. noting how her onion bagel was “super yummy” and generously filled. Meanwhile, Michelle K. can't get enough of the jalapeño cheddar bagel, proclaiming it to be “so good,” while also praising their excellent service that feels warm and personal.
One stand-out item that has caught the attention of many is their pillowy jelly donut, filled with a bursting fruit preserve that leaves tastebuds dancing with joy. Combined with a strong cup of coffee that will wake you right up, it’s a match made in breakfast heaven. As Jennifer O. pointed out, the experience at Uncle Benny's is not just about the food; it’s about the clean environment and the pleasant, organized staff that makes each visit feel special.
However, it’s not just the traditional offerings that shine. The establishment also offers unique treats like ice cream sandwiches made with an array of cookie flavors, which Lynne S. found to be an indulgent sweet treat worth sharing. The mix-and-match options allow for creativity and personalization, contributing to the fun atmosphere of the shop.
For those looking for a quick yet satisfying meal or simply a sweet treat, Uncle Benny's Donut & Bagel is a must-visit. With its mix of classic flavors and innovative options, it has earned its place as a beloved spot for both locals and tourists alike. So whether you’re after a delicious breakfast bagel or that perfect donut to complement your morning coffee, you’ll find it all at Uncle Benny's. As many have expressed, it's a place that feels like home—one donut at a time.
Bagel was super yummy. Was very hot and came with lots of filling. I really enjoyed the flavor of the onion bagel. I ordered on grubhub and it took a long time so they gave me a free donut which was also tasty. Workers were very nice.
tried the ice cream sandwich with the cookie dough ice cream stuffed between the white chip macadamia nut and nutella chocolate chunk cookies ($9.95), and it was a definitely a sweet treat to share. I love that you can mix flavors and choose a lot of toppings (we got 4 toppings but I wish they weren't $1 each ). I would come back to try other flavors!
A neighborhood gem! Uncle Benny's always has the freshest donuts, bagels, sandos, coffee. The jalapeño cheddar bagel is sooo good and love #15 (loaded veggie bagel - cream cheese, sprouts, onions, tomato, cucumber, cheese, avocado). Service here is wonderful! Everyone is always so kind and bubbly. I love that they open early and when I say early...4am!
Craving a donut after a workout I drove over this morning for a donut fix. So many to choose from. Bought two chocolate twists and one custard maple bar. $9.75. Great friendly quick service.
I bite into a pillowy jelly donut, its sugar glaze cracking and feel the pop of wild blueberries as they burst in my mouth. Delicious... Edge to edge, the inside of this donut is bursting with at least a 1/4 cup of delicious fruit preserves. You may never have had a jelly donut as good! Their sandwiches are great, made to order, the coffee will have your eyebrows arch ("Man, that's a great cup of coffee!) It's clean, the staff is pleasant and organized, prices are reasonable. I don't know how they put together everything so quickly and ring you up. One of my favorite businesses in San Francisco, try it!
Ordered it Togo! Love amount of ingredients they add to their bagels. Have tables there that you can sit down and enjoy your sandwich, not a fancy place but great to get a quick bite with some cheap options.
Maybe we didn't order the right things, but how is this place reviewed so highly? We ordered $20 worth of goods. The donuts were alright. I'm not sure what the hype was. Perhaps it's also because I had a Krispy Kreme donut not too long ago that was fresh off the line and just baked. The black coffee here I don't recommend. They said they just made it within the past hour but wow did it taste burnt. It also stays remarkably hot for over an hour (with the lid off). Overall, this place is cash only unless you spend $5 I believe. The ambiance of this place is chill and people seem to just enjoy hanging out here. There's also remixes of songs playing over the TV. Overall, it was a fine place, but just don't get the black coffee.
WHERE HAS THIS PLACE BEEN ALL MY LIFE???? My boyfriend and I went to try this shop out of craving bagels and donuts, and behold: best spot I've had! I got their chicken sandwich on a jalapeño cheddar bagel and dang did they pack it all and didn't hold back. We also got a maple donut and a blueberry filled glazed donut. The blueberry bagel donut was so good, typically they're sour but the blueberries were so sweet and fresh. I go back regularly for those. What I love about this place is how friendly everyone is here. When we go, seems like all the employees have regular customers. They do a great job making it feel like home. It's clean and if you need something they're all extremely nice. We come every week to bring our apartment donuts! Love Uncle Benny's!
I was craving a donut and stopped by here since the yelp check- in offer was getting 1 free glaze donut with a $5 minimum purchase. Their glaze donut tasted fresh and I loved how it wasn't a dense donut. I also tried their Vietnamese iced coffee and pork banh mi. The coffee was delicious since I love Vietnamese iced coffee! Their banh mi was surprisingly delicious! It had lots of pate and pork, and the bread was light & toasty. I definitely recommend trying their banh mi. Service was fast and staff were nice! This place has tons of seating to eat inside, and I believe there are no bathrooms here.
An older establishment, and a go-to for many. + Matcha Cake Donut: quite oily, but surprisingly good! Amazing when toasted with a strong matcha flavor (8.5/10)