The Brief Randy's Donuts opens its first Bay Area location Friday in Santa Clara, bringing the iconic Southern California chain known for its giant donut sign to Silicon Valley. The grand opening includes free donuts from 7 a.m. to noon, with the first 25 customers receiving a free half-dozen box. The new shop sits across from the legendary Stan's Donut Shop, creating a friendly rivalry that owners and customers say will give donut lovers more choices. Randy's Donuts will open its first Bay Area location Friday in Santa Clara at 2595 Homestead Road, bringing its famous oversized donut sign and decades-long legacy to Silicon Valley. Free donuts for grand openingWhy you should care:To celebrate Friday's opening, the Santa Clara store will give away free donuts from 7 a.m. to noon.