God these guys are GREAT!!!!! It really makes me sad that I am off sugar (and alcohol and tobacco-my liver and lungs are on an extended vacation) because their donuts are so damn good. I admittedly got caught up in that whole Krispy Kreme kick years back and perhaps I suffered a sugar overload that made me forget how much I loved a good, old school donut. Richard R. is right when he says they are the survivor of a dying breed. They do their cake donuts just right and the glazed are a perfect balance of airy and doughy. The chocolate filled are the winners in my office as they have the unanimous thumbs up from everyone. The folks that run the shop are super sweet and always cheerful (which is more than I can say for myself if it's morning and I'm on my way to work!) and their goodies always put a smile on my face. read more

I've not tried any of the Boba drinks, so I cannot comment on them. What I can say is that the donuts are very very good. They are extremely fresh if you get them in the morning right before work and go great with coffee. I am very disappointed that they don't have creme-filled Long Johns. I asked the woman behind the counter if she could make some and she said they don't sell well. I disagree. I've never sat in the building and ate, just ran in and got served right away and off to work. You should bring cash unless you want to pay a small charge for running a credit card. read more

This place isn't much to look at; in fact it's terrifying. They have Christmas ornaments with lights stung up all year long, which is bizarre. But so what... Their breakfast sandwiches are delicious, greasy, and just bad for you. Very enjoyable. If you want a "feel good" moment, come here for a breakfast croissant. And now on to the star of the show: Donuts. Made fresh every day. If you come early enough (the earliest I came was at 4am on Valentine's Day!) the donuts are still warm. I cannot say in just one post how delicious and AWESOME their donuts are. Greasy, decadent, bad for you...something for everyone! Yes this is as good as it gets, folks. Try this place out, either for breakfast and/or donuts. You won't be disappointed. read more

Love their dounuts! Very friendly and ready to serve you! Every Saturday I take a box of doughnuts and they love it read more

Rainbow Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Cali-style doughnut spot in Phoenix. sure, I'm game. Typical S.E. Asian doughnut spot... they sell doughnuts, boba, calling cards, smokes, snacks, ramen, etc... The taste was about on par with the Cali joints. If you're craving real doughnuts and are sick of being pushed bullshit products that claim to be doughnuts (like YumYum, KrispyKreme, Dunkin, Winchels, etc...), then give Rainbow a try. read more

This place has very good doughnuts. I've only had them before work so they were super fresh, but they very light and not too sweet. I think the boston cream is good cause there isn't a huge amount of cream in it, cause typically I end up squeezing half the cream out. Only had yeast doughnuts, can't tell you how the cake ones were. The coffee is not good, real weak. I like my coffee a bit stronger, but the doughnuts are good. It's family owned, I have a weakness for family owned places since my parents are small business owners, and the girls behind the counter were very nice, but not chatty if that's your thaaang. read more

Wow, Rainbow Donuts, what a difference new management can make. This place has really "baked" a new standard for tasty doughnuts in the Phoenix area. The restaurant takes pride in a clean front seating area and a very clean kitchen. -Hours, 4am to 7pm Baking the doughnuts everyday makes the doughs soft and sweet. I also enjoy the bagel or croissant sandwiches. If you like croissants get their early before they sell out. The multiple shops are not owned by the same person or group. I work close to the McDowell Rainbow Donuts, so its my favorite. People love a doughnut why not share them with your friends or co works. Sincerely, Kevin read more

Before anyone beats me up over this two star rating, I have to say that the Whipped Cream donut is 5 stars by itself. However, the three times that I have been there, the apple fritters and the buttermilk bars have been raw in the middle. The other donuts here do not have the same trouble, but they are definitely sweeter that they should be. Don't get me wrong, I just mean that one should be able to taste the donut not just sugar-dough. The amount of sugar used overwhelms the taste of the donuts. Truthfully Rainbow is probably 2.5 stars--2 stars is too harsh, but 3 is a tad high. Again though, the whipped cream donut is in a class by itself. Oh, and the area is sketchy too. :/ read more

It's All About the bread!! Whether it be donuts, croissants or bagels. I can see why this place has been such a long-standing business. Whenever I buy donuts for my office this is the only place I go to. read more

Best donuts in the valley...hands down. Let me start by saying that I have had a 30 year long obsession with donuts that has taken me around this country in search of the best donuts wherever I happen to be. Home is Phoenix and I drive 25 minutes out of the way to visit THIS Rainbow Donut shop. The other is down the street... Good. Not the same. Whether you are into the perfectly fluffy raised and glazed or the old school cake donuts, you will not be disappointed. Croissants and other pastries are also fantastic and deserve a try. But the real masterpiece at Rainbow is their enormous (and standard priced) Buttermilk donut. It will fill you up like eating three regular donuts as I'm pretty sure they use a yeast based dough to make this little gift-from-donut-heaven. They claim to be the best donuts in the state, I can't validate that. But, I can tell you they are top 3 out of dozens of shops I've been to in a handful of states, dozens of cities. read more

This has to be the best donut shop in the city. They have a wide variety of donuts and sandwiches and the donuts actually melt in your mouth. Very fresh and delicious. read more

I was really excited to try this place: old-school donut shop in my new hood? Score! Well, Meh indeed. The donuts were stale-looking and picked over by the time I got there (11:30am) so I opted for a croissant sandwich. They went back and made it as I stood there for about ten minutes. Which I wouldn't have minded if the sandwich was great, but it was just ok--sloppy with lots of cheapo mustard and low-level dairy meats. I don't plan on going back any time soon, but maybe I'll give it another try early in the morning and see if it's better. read more

Rainbow Donuts is the survivor of a dying breed. Donuts, coffee and a few other breakfast items. So simple, so good, and so hard to find. The only thing this place seems to be missing is a drive through. But then again, if you're picking up donuts, you can probably use that 10 foot walk from your car to the store. The donuts are soft, sweet and light. Not too greasy and oily, and not too caky or spongy. I can eat three or four of Rainbow's Donuts and not get that sick "why did I have so many" feeling. The donuts are also a little smaller than most places, but they're also cheaper. The selection is pretty big, and it would be pretty hard to not to find something worth trying. It's kind of weird that there's quite a few different prices for the types of donuts, but that may save you a few cents in the long run, so I guess it works out. Rainbow is open everyday from 4am to 7pm. If you're looking for a treat on your way downtown, it's the perfect place to stop for a few minutes. The parking lot is very small, but parking isn't very difficult. Most people don't hang around very long. It's very quick in and out service. read more

No No No, not the Sprinkles... I am ALL About the Maple Long John!!! Made the stop this morning for a little Christmas Eve Eve dozen for My Battle Buddies in "The Cubes"! Haha. They are so warm and moist this early in the morning. I do recommend that you try to make the short drive on over to The the Rainbow for a tasty treat. Have an Amazing Day Arizona! read more

Good fresh doughnuts and quick service. Had a mix of raised doughnuts and cake doughnuts plus a strawberry cream cheese croissant. All good and fresh. read more

I just left this place after ordering a bagel and cream cheese... I got the bagel, I just didn't get the cream cheese on it! I'm not really one to complain, but I even asked for extra cream cheese and they said they couldn't do it because they didn't have a container to put it in??? read more

Rainbow Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I had told the lady over the phone i was going to get either 6 or 12 kolaches (similar to pig in blanket) and when i got there and saw the kolaches were big so i told her i only wanted 6. She became upset, threw a box she was holding and starting repeating that i had told her i was going to get 12 kolaches and that now she had to throw the rest away. The whole time i was there both ladies asked me why i had said i was getting 12 kolaches and i had to repeatedly explained that i had not said that on the phone. Ugh! very rude service read more

Yes it is an Asian Donut shop, but they know donuts. The Coconut Flake, and Coconut Toasted were super fresh, moist, and totally delicious. The Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Icing & Nuts was good, bordering on the dry side. Still good mind you (what donuts aren't) but not as tasty as the fresh glazed base of the Coconut. Yes the outside looks shady, but when you walk in...Donuts! Rainbow is a great find. read more

Rainbow Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Stumbled in one morning (about 4 AM) looking for something to get me started and asked the "Baker" what the best Donut was. He responded that "glazed is our best." In the case I saw a Whipped Cream filled Glazed Donut. Combine two of my favorite food groups and I am a sucker. About six or seven trips later (I have lost track!) I am still absolutely in love with this combination. The Baker swears it is real whipped cream, I doubt it but I could care less it is so good! Don't miss it! read more

RAINBOW DONUTS IN DOWNTOWN PHOENIX SELLS BOBA TEA AND SMOOTHIES. That's all you need to know. read more

Two stars for poor customer service. It doesn't matter how good your donuts are, you probably shouldn't ask a pregnant lady if she should be drinking coffee. It's none of your business and quite rude. For the record, everything is okay in moderation, including donuts and a little iced coffee! I told my husband we won't be coming back here. read more

My husband and I shared 6 doughnuts on our first visit here. Perhaps not the most elegant detail to open with. It has since become a favorite, as they have "an amazing bearclaw." I am not generally a fan of dough-based foods, so I like the fact that, though the oddly large and realistic pictures of the food are faded, other stuff IS offered. I usually stick with doughnuts for value and camaraderie, but plan to try one of their croissantwiches soon. Blended drinks are from a powdered mix, but ok in taste. Nice selection of morning beverages. read more

Best donuts in town. These locations are all great, but this one on McDowell is the best. Everything is clearly labeled, service is fast, and of course the donuts are great. Stop by before the morning rush and grab a frosted cake donut. Beats the competition hands down any day! read more

My husband and I had a hankering for donuts one afternoon. So we decided to try rainbow donuts. We've lived in the area for 10 years and never thought about this place. My husband is a die hard DD fan. I decided on old fashioned and buttermilk. The buttermilk was so good! Crunchy on the outside, moist and buttermilky on the inside. Yum yum! My husband got the jelly and Boston cream. The Boston cream was a Boston cream - delicious!! read more

To start, the donuts here are amazing. They are freshly made every morning. So come in the morning before work. The Costumer service is very good. The lady there always greets us and helps us out finding the right donut. One time I forgot my wallet and only had $3 in change and the lady was very nice about it. The donuts are also very cheap compared to other places. I would recommend this place if you are looking for a donut place. read more

I had really high expectations going into rainbows first of all it is a really sketchy area. Then the employees were really rude did not really help us out when we asked for help. I've had better donuts. read more

Thanks for the donuts Kim. The staff at Matthew Lopez law loved them! read more

Rainbow Donuts - Thanks for the delicious donuts. The staff at Matthew Lopez Law loved them! - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Sometimes you wake up in the morning with an insatiable need to have a doughnut....last weekend was one of those mornings. The doughnuts here are pretty good. I come from Boston where even D&D has delicious doughnuts so it's hard to please me when it comes to the beautiful circles of soft sweetness. However, these do the trick I guess. My favorite are the honey glazed of course. If you go early they are still pretty warm! I'd recommend them. read more

So at the time I was very impressed because that apple fritter really was the best I've ever had. But it was a tiny bit raw in the middle... Had to be reflected. The cake donut was ok, I've never been a huge fan of these and no its not special here. The boston creme donut - my favorite donut - was fluffy and soft so good in that way. However, the filling was only in half the donut and it tasted chalky.. :'( The apple fritters like I said were wonderful. By far the best thing I tried here. It's almost like they fried a puddle of krispy kreme dough with some apples mixed in. Very soft and fluffy. Slightly too much glaze and a tiny bit raw in the middle.. but it will still haunt my dreams. I would definitely stick to plain glazed with or without chocolate and fritters. Yum! read more

Delicious yummy and the apple fritters are everything they should be crispy but not greasy with the dough inside cooked perfectly and just the right amount of sugar glaze. read more

This place has the best old fashion donuts!! EVER! Yes they are sweet, that is why I must like them ;) I have tried many of their donuts and love them all. Their buttermilk donuts are also very good, however they are very heavy. Literally heavy and fried goodness, ha ha. So if you like more the traditional lighter donuts go for the non-cake ones. If you don't go here because you think the place looks "sketchy" that is too bad for you. . . .because you are probably missing out on a bunch of great places in Phoenix that aren't the "Kierland Commons" or a chain. BOO! Grab a dozen and bring them to the office and watch your coworkers scarf them down. read more

Ham,cheese, and jalapeño croissant is amazing. Solid maple bacon donuts as well. The staff is friendly and prices are reasonable; but seriously, the ham,cheese, and jalapeño croissant! read more

Best doughnuts in Arizona. You'll never lose with their apple fritters!!! Low prices-high quality...

The donuts here are fresh and the owners/workers here are really friendly. I walked in one morning and they ran out of maple donuts so the lady offered to make me some fresh ones. That was nice of her. read more

Stopped by on our way through from Cali. The donuts are fresh & the family running rainbow donuts are pleasant. We had the whipped cream donut & the apple fritter, both delicious! read more

I can't comment on the donuts (which is pretty ridiculous seeing as that's the main draw here), but I was satisfied with the boba smoothies. They're definitely not anywhere close to being great, but for someone who's not picky about boba, they're really refreshing. The boba itself was kind of mediocre, but it had a good flavour and wasn't too sweet. I got a taro smoothie and a honeydew smoothie. The honeydew tasted surprisingly good for being from a powdered mix, it was just like drinking a fresh honeydew melon. The taro was even better, although the drinks were a bit too icy for me. They were a lot better after I let the ice melt a bit, but who wants to wait? read more

Doughnuts are bomb. Coffee is weak, so deal with it and get a large. Next to the doughnuts are instant rame cups and assorted treats that somehow someone must buy. While having coffee a street character rolled up on a bike and had some serious street survival gear, backpack loaded and 3 shopping bags with extra clothes in them attached around his waist to his belt. And HE bought 2 old fashions. The workers sound like "Tammy" from the nail salon comedy bit. They sell Oreo cookies by the roll they just took out of the box, no packaged for re-sale here. Ok now Tammy is speaking good broken Spanish. Man I Iike it here, you won't get that "mas puto!" vibe you get at Starbucks or Fair Trade when your lady drags you into places like that. read more

The food is good and the donuts are great, the service can be improved a bit though. They also have great iced coffee!

THE BEST CHOCOLATE CAKE DONUT. I'm not yelling....just thinking about how perfect the donuts here are. Be sure to arrive early, the best ones go fast! read more

Lived in the neighborhood for 13 years and have loved every opportunity to come to Rainbow donuts. I am pretty picky with my donuts and judge a place by how they handle a good ol' fashion donut, and theirs is top notch. Every other one is good too, not too doughy and just the right amount of sweetness. Love the environment of their shop as well and how well they know their customers. My kids and I love the conversations we get to share. While there are other good donut places in Phoenix, Rainbow has my heart and will always be Arizona's best donut. read more