No really - if this place goes anywhere Phoenix; AZ for that matter will have lost something monumental. I am not over exagerrating when I say, at the top of my voice.....THESE ARE THE BEST DAMN DONUTS YOU WILL EVERY EAT. They are light and big, the long john with the cream down the middle is unlike anything you've tasted. The cream isn't super disgusting sweet so it goes so well with the chocolate or maple frosting. It is owned and operated daily by the same people. You won't see anyone different every time you go there. I have one drug. Coffee. Second drug every 2 months. Rainbow Donuts on Cave Creek and Greenway, not all the same this is the best in the west. Bar none. Try it you'll see why. Try not to cry when you go there. read more

Okay, the donuts weren't the freshest in town. But good, if your looking for simple n cheap.

BEST. DONUTS. EVER. Seriously, these are the best donuts I've ever eaten. I love donuts and I am ecstatic that I have found this place. We moved to Phoenix less than a month ago and this is a sign that we've moved to the right place. I've had a number of different types of donuts here and all have been great. While they seem simple, the glazed raised donuts are delicious. Cinnamon crumb = yum. The buttermilk bars are killer. The donuts holes are also really great. I haven't had any of what they consider "fancy donuts", but they look amazing. I also can't wait to try the croissants after reading the reviews here. You can't even compare Rainbow Donuts to Dunkin' Donuts. They are in a completely different class altogether. The donuts here are so light, it's dangerous. I could eat way too many. The baker's dozen is 14 donuts, but I haven't gotten that many yet. These don't keep long, which is a great sign that they aren't full of preservatives or unnecessary ingredients. The two college-aged kids that work here are super friendly, even after they've been asked a million times what each donut is. Unfortunately (or maybe fortunately for my waistline), they run out early in the day. If this place was open for a late night donut run, I would be in trouble! read more

Not really much for me say hear...fresh doughnuts....great prices....you can get 6 doughnuts of your choice for under 5 bucks....WOW. Pretty good service....indoor and outdoor seating to enjoy your dougnuts...but they are only open from 4am to 3pm so if you want the best doughnuts get there early or before 2pm or they will be generally out of what you want....because I don't believe they make any more fresh doughnuts after 2pm. No doubt these are the best Doughnuts in the valley...maybe in the entire state of Arizona. Eat, Drink, and be Merry my Friends!!! This is review number 200 for me...I am so happy....wohoo!!! read more

First of all, I consider myself to be a donut aficianado, and would consider Dunkin Donuts chocolate glazed to be the penultimate donut around. With that being said, I still give Rainbow donuts 5 stars because the donuts, including the chocolate glazed, are fantastic and fresh. They have an extensive selection and are sure to make everyone in your sugar-crazed party happy. Perfect for the after church crowd, and us sinners alike, Rainbow Donuts makes the best donuts in the valley! read more

After tasting these donuts, I realized that not all Rainbow Donuts are created equal. These are the best I've had in the Valley. Worth braving those early Sunday mornings to get my fix. read more

These are insanely good.... I mean get a dozen because you will eat 3......all by yourself. Seriously though they have a fantastic recipe and really do a great job. Highly recommend! I can't wait to go back !! read more

Reminds me of the donuts of my childhood, so good. The first time I went was this past Saturday and they had two trays left at 2pm and I thought that was limited but I got a glazed to try them out. Wow was all I could say. OK so I went today 6/24/10 and they had only 1 tray left and it was mostly donut holes at 10am and this was it no more to be made today; I was bummed. But I got a dozen of those little gems and left to eat and sulk about the whole matter at home. So the moral of this story is get your butt to Rainbow Donuts early if you want a good selection. Otherwise don't say I did not warn you. They are open from 4am to 3pm 7 days a week. read more

Oh good, I'm a regular at a donut shop. I'm a pair of sweat pants, a NASCAR Snuggie and 11 cats away from spinsterhood. Anyway, these are some pretty awesome donuts. If you're looking for doughnuts, you can take your extra consonants and vowel somewhere else, my friend. If you bring these to work, you may get a raise. Apple fritters, cake donuts, glazed, jelly-filled... good stuff. But get there early because they're only open until 3pm during the week and on Saturday and 2pm on Sundays. Some weekdays, they are closed a bit earlier than 3pm (as I have had the misfortune of learning first hand). read more

I went here yesterday for national donut day. I love the variety of donuts that they have. The donuts were delicious and fresh. They were even moist. No dry donut here. read more

The Original Rainbow Donuts - Umm, AMAZING - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

You have to get here early and careful they close when they run out of donuts. This is a great spot for freshly made donuts. The prices are great and the breakfast sandwiches are good also. I was a regular at D.D. in FL until they shrunk the portion sizes... Like we wouldn't notice Mr.Dunkin? Anyhow a huge tiger tail aka. Bow Tie or a giant Bear Claw for only $1.69, you can't beat it. I've been a regular here for about a month, the only down side is if you go around noon your selection shrinks considerably. And don't expect them to be open by three. Enjoy your donuts, but if you start going to often you may have to renew your gym membership! read more

One of the best donut shops in the valley. I live very close and have been here many times. The quality is always consistent. Prices are great. The selection definitely diminishes as the day goes by...but of all the times I've been here, there has never been a line. Maybe one or two patrons sitting down. My favorites are the maple bars and the cake donuts are amazing too (and I never used to like these much!) I've heard ravings about the croissants but I haven't tried these...yet. Update: Went back for a croissant on a Sunday to try it for the first time. They were OUT before 9am AND there was a line. If you go on Sundays, just beware they will likely be out of your favorite items. read more

Oh my gosh. Best donuts!!!! I tried Bosa donuts and those were terrible. Krispy Kreme has been my main donut. But forget Krispy! Rainbow donuts is my new main donut place. So many flavors. SO CHEAP. The guy even gave me extra donuts for free. UH YES?!?! I will be back. To bad they close so early. read more

Excellent doughnuts. They are baked fresh every morning and the staff is very helpful and friendly. They have reasonable prices. I have been in the drive thru and walked inside. Fast , friendly service and clean establishment. I highly recommend this business. read more

This is the best donut shop that I have ever been to! It is a family run business and the owner, Gina, is always there. Every person that works there is extremely pleasant!! Unfortunately, this place is on my way to work, and my families house... so I am tempted EVERYDAY! :) The last time I drove by my sister talked me into stopping but I didn't want to go in because the line was so long. I gave in and we stood in line...but they were so dang quick that we didn't wait more than 5 minutes. I must say, the young man behind the counter is very VERY patient. A customer ahead of us was being rude and annoying. The young man just smiled and took it in stride. Yay for him! I almost forgot.....their donuts are fantastic!! Bakers dozen is 14 instead of 13. read more

I'M OBSESSED WITH THESE DONUTS. I want to shout it over rooftops! :) They are the best damn doughnuts that I have ever had in my entire life. Enough said. read more

Best donuts in the north valley, they have a drive through and cheap prices! Get here early though cause everyone else knows it too. Iove love everything here. read more

If you know of a better donut joint, please let me in on it. This place simply can't be beat.

Pros - Good donuts, gave me extra donuts Cons - Closed before the time indicated in the store hours posting, employee/owner made me order from the drive through window, only had glazed donuts left It was really odd to have to walk up to the drive up window in order to buy donuts. The only reason why I'd go back is because it's closer than the nearest Dunkin' Donuts. read more

Good donuts, definitely not the best donuts around. They hit the spot in the morning for sure! stay away from the coffee, it's wack read more

A classic American donut shop. Their glazed donuts are a sublime expression of the baker's art. Every now and then I buy two dozen and take them to work. I have always heard expressions from my coworkers on how truly good Rainbow donuts products are. read more

We recently tried this place and we love it. We tried the creme brûlée and it's absolutely delicious. Kids tried the gummy bear and fruity pebbles and we are definitely coming back. So many choices and friendly service. Thumbs up!! read more

3.5 stars. i agree that the donuts here are tasty, but i dunno if I can differentiate them between any other mom and pop type donut shop in the valley. i got an old-fashioned donut, by which I judge all donuts. It was good, but come on. Deep fried dough covered in sugar water? What is not to like? my husband likes the iced coffee here because you get to add your own flavored syrups - i think it's too watered down for my personal taste (but I really like extra strong iced coffee like vietnamese coffee). read more

Super disappointment , I drove 45 min to sit and wait another 40 min because times posted are incorrect . I figured I would get there early to surprise my little guy with all these awesome donuts on his bday . Then I'm told the designer donuts aren't done until after 530 maybe later . Not a single donut available other than old fashion . WHY ? On a Saturday WHY ? read more

This is a good donut place... with the awesome cake donuts that they lack at all the friggin Dunkin Donuts that they have in Phoenix. I'm glad that I found this place and that it's relatively close to home- the generic chain donut places just don't do it for me like the little ma & pop run places. read more

The Original Rainbow Donuts - Half dozen :) - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

My wife thinks the donuts here are too sweet. She may be right, but she also ate a donut covered in Oreo cookies. Go figure. Regular glazed were very soft and fluffy - a perfect donut texture and a notch above Dunkin in my opinion. The red velvet was different, but in a good way. Only real complaint I had was that the maple-bacon didn't really have much maple flavor. Make sure you go into the store early. I arrived just after 10 AM on Sunday and they were nearly cleaned out. A steady stream of people kept coming in, filling up boxes and not just a couple donuts at a time. read more

I LOVE these donuts! I initially tried them on St. Patrick's Day- they had a cool collection- so DELICIOUS! I went back for a dozen! Very cozy and sweet interior if you ever go inside to enjoy their food. read more

Best donuts in the world. Been coming here since I was like 4. And to tell you the truth, ill never stop coming back.

Let me start by saying the product is stupendous. Really. Delicious beyond belief. The raised glazed donut with cinnamon in the center is life-changing. But, I am literally out from now, at 1pm, and am staring at an "Open" sign with locked doors. Locked. Doors. My level of disappointment has driven me to write my first Yelp review. I'm an AZ native who lives out-of-state, and this was my one shot to get my favorite donuts. Ugh! Thanks a bunch... :-( read more

Basic donuts. Quick service though. Respect for that. Not a lot of "unique" donuts to select from but if you want just a standard donut in a quick amount of time, this is your shop. No real difference in price from other shops. read more

Donut was so fresh and soft! The variety of flavors was great. The sugar donut is my favorite. The only thing is the freshness is only good for a day in a half so don't buy a bunch if you not planning to eat them the same day. All in all I would go there again. read more

Good prices. Drive thru ... But always Fun sitting with the old folks on a Saturday morning. Recently discontinued the Smoothies - the boy was disappointed. Fresh donuts! read more

The Original Rainbow Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Can't count back change, extremely slow, stale donuts, menu gives no details about what you're buying, don't listen when you order and overcharge you. Not impressed. Next. read more

My "go to" stop for office birthday donuts! Cake donuts are amazing, yeasts are light and fluffy...lots.of flavors, no skimping on the jelly (or other fillings) - FRESH, FRESH, FRESH. Worth checking out! read more

Very good donuts, I would have to say better than any other I've tried in Phoenix. Loved the maple bacon, which actually has two full slices of bacon on top of it. Get there early because they go fast! read more

The Original Rainbow Donuts are the Original Rainbow Donuts don't be deceived, these are better than all the rest of the donut shops. Plenty of choices, extremely friendly service and great prices. Great filled donuts too. They must change their fryer oil often as there is no old tired oily flavor. They are open early for all those early workers, something from Original Rainbow Donuts will get your day started right. read more

Oh golly where do I start! This is my go to for doughnuts so light and flavorful! The coffee here is fantastic. The staff is so friendly. I will always be going here! read more

The Original Rainbow Donuts - Delicious! - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

best donuts in the world. everything one could imagine has been created in donut form. open 4 am to 4 PM. mouth watering as I type read more

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I'm a pretty strategic woman. I'm confident in my ability to make things go my way...usually! It might take a few tears...or some brown paint on the nose, but it usually works. I've recently discovered the way to a boss's weakness is through his stomach with baked goods! Especially a single, kid-free boss! Since it's Friday...and my weekend plans consist of things you need an entire month to get done...I'm going to need all the time I can get! I decided to strategically ask for the afternoon off, without actually asking. Impossible you say? Oh no it's not! Here's how it went... Woke up this morning with a giant headache. Might have had something to do w/ the crazy dream of some masked man hiding in my trunk in my garage...or maybe it's because I'm moving in 2 weeks and my to-do list is 17 pages long. Don't know. Anyways...leaving the house I thought to myself "hmmm...I really wish bossman would let me go early today so I can get some stuff done." And then it dawned on me...EVERYtime I bring him goodies, he tells me to leave early! BINGO! Since Betty Crocker was busy painting ceilings last night...I was empty handed. Then I remembered the unattractive hole-in-the-wall donut joint on my way to work. I've stopped here before but I usually don't eat these things because I prefer my arteries to allow blood flow with no problems. And usually my boss is out of town so he doesn't get to experience a piece of heaven sent goodness. Well I pull up to the little place...and their drive-thru window slightly resembles the window on the metal door of the padded-wall isolation rooms in a prison. Slightly. So I order my dozen donuts and some coffee. I show up at work 1/2 hour late...but it's okay cuz I have 12 little glaze-covered angels in circle shapes with me! Well I decide to have one today...livin on the edge I guess :) OH MY ORGASM...these things are beyond delish! I felt bad eating them because they were so good. They really are tiny pieces of heaven...no joke. I'm not going there, so I'll take as many pieces as I can get. How do these little dive places create such amazing edibles? I don't get it! Back to the point of my story I guess. Well my boss came in and saw the donuts. Of course he resisted at first. He's a healthy man...works out a lot...eat good, etc. Well the temptation got to him about 5 minutes after he got here. He took one bite and I thought he was going to wet himself. No seriously. He went ON about these donuts for about 20 minutes. And ate about 4. haha. He made me write down directions to this place...again, seriously. 4 donuts and an hour later...he said he had to leave. 20 bucks says he was headed to the gym because the guilt got to him. BUT his final comment as he was walking out the door was...ready for this..."Hey Jen, I'll be back early so you can just take off and get a head start on the weekend when I get back." Plan...successful :) So you see folks...we really can do anything we set our minds too! It just takes a bit of strategy...and learning how to use secret little weapons as bargaining tools! Oh...and I used the company credit card to buy those donuts...HA HA HA :) read more

The best maple bacon donut anyone in the world could ask for. Even when they're out sometimes he'll go make you one. It is so good! People are always super nice and everything is fresh read more