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    Original Rainbow Donuts Cafe

    4.4 (229 reviews)
    Open 5:00 am - 1:00 pm

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    ORIGINAL RAINBOW DONUTS CAFE ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Debbi P.

    A very popular donut location, Rainbow donuts has a huge selection of all your favorites. Was so excited to try, but honestly a little disappointed in both freshness and friendliness of the person helping us. Hoping to try a different location and maybe that will make all the difference! Get there early to make sure to get your favorite!!

    Lisa S.

    It appears Connie has sold her beloved original rainbow donuts. The donuts are a little bit different than what they were before but they are slowly getting better every time I come back!

    Chocolate glazed and old fashioned donuts
    Cammi P.

    While the donuts were good, they did not feel super fresh. The chocolate tasted a little artificial, however, the dough was chewy and light. The donuts were very reasonably priced and the service was good. I wish the donuts were given in a box to keep fresher. They were some flies in the donut cases, but overall the place was clean.

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    Izzy O.

    I can't believe I've lived 10 minutes away from Original Rainbow Donuts for over a year and a half without knowing about its existence. Someone should've told me sooner because WOW! These donuts are sooo good. I tried the plain glazed, sugar, and vanilla sprinkled donuts. All of them have such a light, airy dough. The original glazed had the perfect amount of icing (not too much). The sugar was less sweet but I still really enjoyed it since there is sweetness that comes from the sugar on the outside. Last, the vanilla sprinkled donut had just came out of the oven so the icing wasn't 100% set and it was heavenly. The woman working was very sweet as well. A line quickly formed behind us and now I know why! Definitely give this place a try!

    My favorites!
    Rebecca S.

    Super clean! Friendly owners. The freshest donuts in Scottsdale! Raspberry filled, strawberry glaze, chocolate glazed with coconut and red velvet....All the original flavors I love! Yum

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    Jen N.

    Donuts looked fantastic. Everything was picture perfect, orderly and neat. The lady behind the counter was so nice. I was excited for my donut. The flavor though, not so great. Even though it was morning, the donuts were rather stale. Chewy. Very disappointing.

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    Jazmyn M.

    Truly the best donut place I have ever been!! I have never had such delicious donuts. The customer service here is impeccable. They are so generous, kind, and love their customers. This is a local small business so they truly care about making their customers happy. They have an assortment of gorgeous donuts displayed you'll have no shortage of choices here!

    Big flat box for dozen donuts. No more squishing
    Tanisha H.

    Came in, probably too early, no cinnamon rolls out but I did pick up a lovely & fresh maple long John. So light & fluffy. Also picked up a cronut & crumb. The crumb was cakier & denser than I care for but the flavor was good. Cronut was good but jury is still out how I feel about density. Owner was super nice & apologized for not having everything out but explained it's because it's summer & most people aren't rushing around first thing in the AM & trying to get kids to school. I can understand & respect that. It does remind me though that as a single woman with no kids that I am lower on the customer service scale though since I don't have those same accommodations. I am sure that wasn't the intent or thought process so much as, "phew, my kids aren't in school, I can relax a little." I'll have to come back at a later time and try the cinnamon rolls.

    Best donut selection in town
    Tim B.

    I love the new ownership. This is the best donut shop I have ever been to. Very friendly ownership and staff, huge selection of donuts and drinks. I definitely will be coming back more and more. Emily is the best.

    Pete F.

    They put way too much ice in the Vietnamese coffees. Big rip off. 2 ounces of actually drink and majority is a cup of ice. Wouldn't recommend this place.

    These donuts are SO GOOD! 10 stars, so fresh and they melt in your mouth! Highly recommend ! The owners are the nicest people ever too!
    Chad M.

    Amazing donuts, discovered them a few months back and have been grabbing them every single week since for my airbnb business. My guests go crazy for these donuts and ask me where i get them once they devour the box! Amazing quality, service, and the owners are so nice! Try this spot!

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    Nice people and great doughnuts! I wish we had tried this place sooner. We will definitely be back.

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    3 months ago

    Great little old donut store. Fritters are awesome and service is fast. I'm hooked on their donuts

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    10 months ago

    Best donut is North Scottsdale. Quick and tasty just like you need. No need to stop anywhere else

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    This place used to be amazing before the new ownership. The donuts taste really stale now. I'll probably never come back.

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    9 months ago

    Uber eats driver here, owner gave me a free (and very delicious) donut. It made my day and I will definitely be coming back. 5 star

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    Best doughnuts around. The staff is super friendly. We try to hit it every couple of weeks.

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    If you are a gluten-free babe this is the place to be. The prep kitchens are separated as to avoid…read morecross contamination so you have no serious worries about getting "glutened". With that said there are regular bakery options too, but you can not go wrong either way because many of the gf options look and taste better than the other bakery options. The bathrooms are super cute. There is a place to sit and play a plethora of games supplied by BEG so be sure to bring the kiddos. There's something here for everyone to enjoy!

    This was my first time here, and unfortunately, I don't think I'd come back. The bakery itself is…read morereally cute and aesthetically pleasing, so I was excited to give it a try. I got the peach cobbler cupcake, which was almost $7, and for that price I was definitely expecting more. The texture was honestly so strange. The outside was dry and crumbly, while the inside had this really dense, gummy/doughy texture. Somehow it was dry and doughy at the same time. There were actual pieces of peach in it, but I could barely taste any peach flavor. Overall, it just didn't have much flavor at all. I'm not sure if it was specifically the flavor I chose or if it's because I'm not really used to vegan baked goods. I can definitely appreciate that they offer options for people who are vegan, have allergies, or have certain dietary restrictions and still want to satisfy their sweet tooth. But for me personally, the taste and quality just didn't justify paying almost $7 for one cupcake. The customer service didn't really help the experience either. Since it was my first time, I asked the girl at the front what their best sellers were and what she recommended. I was genuinely trying to make conversation and get some guidance on what I should try, but she wasn't very helpful or engaging. It honestly felt like I was talking to a wall. Overall, it's a cute spot and I appreciate what they offer for people with dietary restrictions, but between the price, texture, lack of flavor, and customer service, it just wasn't for me.

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    Sugarjam was such a fun brunch experience. The Southern comfort food was absolutely delicious, the…read moredrinks were great, and the whole place had such an upbeat, party-like atmosphere. The live DJ was INCREDIBLE and really brought the energy. Service was great as well. One thing to know before you go: it gets LOUD, especially on the weekends. We had a hard time hearing each other talk at times, so if you have sensitive ears or prefer a quieter, more relaxed brunch, I'd probably recommend going somewhere a little more low-key. That said, the lively atmosphere is definitely part of the experience, and we personally loved the vibe. Great food, good drinks, amazing music, and lots of energy. If you're looking for a brunch where you can eat, drink, listen to great music, and have a good time, Sugarjam is definitely worth checking out.

    My visit to Sugar Jam The Southern Kitchen started less than welcoming. During my recent travel to…read morePHX, I decided to make a brunch reservation. It is important to know that making a reservation requires a $20 deposit for a 90 minute seating. Upon my arrival, the hostess informed that I would be seated closer to or a little after my reservation time. I am new to the desert heat, and the restaurant's AC unit wasn't working properly which made the environment a little uncomfortable. There were fans strategically placed throughout the dining space. We were seated 20 minutes after our reservation time and offered a free round of drinks. There restaurant was out of some food options. The menu is extensive and does have a few vegan options which is appreciated. Our waitress was super friendly, and the DJ's playlist was on point - the restaurant's noise volume is loud. But the food is decent; I enjoyed my sweet potato hash and French toast, and the cinnamon butter and grits were a 10/10. I would recommend the restaurant and visit again, if I ever find myself in PHX.

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    I've been wanting to try this place for years. I frequent the pizza place (Crust) next door, and of…read morecourse it was closed since it was evening. I was scrolling TikTok (yep, I still do that sometimes) when one of their videos popped up and I immediately thought, "Okay... it's time." I decided on a Sunday morning and showed up around 6:45 AM (they open at 7). The parking lot was already pretty full, and I got in line behind about 40 people. Ohhh boy. Once the doors opened the line moved surprisingly fast. Walking inside, the smell of fresh baked goods literally punched me in the face in the best way possible. Since it was my first visit, I went full sample mode: two chocolate chip cookies, a carrot cake truffle bite, a cinnamon roll, a ham & cheese croissant, a pecan sticky bun, and a morning bun. Quite the spread for a little over $50. How was everything? Let me tell you... My wife and I split the cinnamon roll. Ten seconds in the microwave and it was pure magic...soft, gooey, and just melts in your mouth. The balance of sweet and slightly savory was incredible. Then came the ham & cheese croissant... equally outstanding. It was so good that one of our dogs just sat there staring at us like, "Uhh... any chance some of that could fall on the floor?" Fine. He got a little too. We saved a cookie for later and it was just as delicious. I held onto the carrot cake truffle for my wife since she loves anything carrot cake related and she was not disappointed. Damn, what a great find. So glad I live down the street. We will definitely be back!

    wooooow BEST PASTRIES I HAVE EVER HAD IN AZ BY A LANDSLIDE…read moreThere will likely be a line depending when you go but my god is it worth it. Do not let that scare you off, it goes by fast and you'll have plenty of time to contemplate what to get which you will need!! There is A LOT to choose from. My first time here and I kind of went off lol - Got the croissant, medialuna, macaroons, carrot cake truffle, ube cheesecake cruffin, and a baguette because I could not choose. All of it just melted in your mouth. Every single bite. The croissant alone could win awards. The ube cheesecake cruffin was such a fun surprise flavor and the carrot cake truffle bite was personally my favorite. Been following along through TikTok for a while and am always blown away by the beauty and love they put in their craft. Was so excited to stop by today. Also FYI the owner is trained at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris!! Insane and so lucky to have this in AZ. The quality and taste show

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    The Sicilian Baker

    The Sicilian Baker

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    After a wonderful meal next door at The Sicilian Butcher, our waiter suggested some dessert, but…read morelittle did I know they had a whole bakery connected to the restaurant. I can't speak on the customer service as we never left our table and our waited just walked over and got what we needed. We were pretty stuffed from our massive meal, but we decided on sharing a cup of gelato just to satisfy our sweet tooth. I peeked inside as our table was right at a little walkway from the restaurant to the bakery. Gelato is just one of many things they serve here. They also have all your typical Italian desserts. Cakes like tiramisu, pastries like Italian flag cookies, cookies like Italian wedding cookies, cannolis of different varieties, and of course gelato. What was suggested to us if we wanted gelato was the hazelnut flavor. I was expecting a little cup for the 6 of us just to get a taste, but what he brought over was a massive serving. I don't know how many scoops it was or even how much we even paid, but we all got plenty with some even left behind. Now this gelato was life changing. Probably the best I've had in the states. I know it's gotta be way better in Italy, but I'll take what I can when I can. Think of a Ferrero Rocher but in gelato form. It was delicious and I couldn't get enough of it. It wasn't overly sweet and it had a little crunch with bits of chocolate and hazelnuts. My sweet tooth was extremely satisfied after having dessert here. I have literally been thinking about that gelato since I left Phoenix. Luckily this company has locations in Texas so I will definitely be seeking out this gelato soon.

    Some cravings simply refuse to be ignored... and mine was a cannoli. Thankfully, The Sicilian…read moreBaker never disappoints! We've worked our way through what feels like almost the entire dessert case over the years, and I can honestly say I've yet to find something I didn't love. Every pastry is beautifully crafted, incredibly fresh, and tastes like it was made with so much care. This visit was all about the cannoli, and let me just say... craving officially satisfied! The shell had that perfect crisp snap, while the filling was silky, rich, and just the right amount of sweet. It was everything I had been dreaming about and then some. Walking into The Sicilian Baker always feels like stepping into a little slice of Italy. Between the gorgeous display of desserts and the irresistible aroma of fresh pastries, it's nearly impossible to leave with just one treat (don't say I didn't warn you! ). Whether you're stopping in for a post-dinner dessert, celebrating something special, or simply giving in to a sweet tooth like I did, this place is absolutely worth the visit. Every dessert we've tried has been phenomenal, and this cannoli was another delicious reminder of why we keep coming back. Sweet craving? Check. Happiness? Double check.

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