Their coffee SLAPS. It's not artisan, it's there to wake you up and keep your mouth happy. Drink the stuff black. When you think doughnut shop coffee, Top Pot is what you should visualize. Their coffee naturally needs to be strong enough to stand up to their donuts (which I still haven't had yet), and the coffee does. One day I'll try Top Pot's doughnuts. One day. read more

Uber eats to satisfy a donut craving. Had an awesome top pot maple bar donut - been eating these for years whenever I'm in town, much the best - simple and no crazy toppings. Always will be getting one when I'm around. read more

Top Pot Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Crullers are not crullers, just old fashioned shaped like crullers. Apple fritters were ok but the peach fritter was devoid of actual peaches. Maple bar and raspberry old fashioned were good. read more

Went here two days in a row last week. Sooo, good. Let me start by thanking them for being in the food desert of First Hill. Secondly, staff were so nice and made great recommendations. They offered some of the best services we've seen in the city. But more than anything - they make really good jelly donuts (Bismarcks) for Chanukah. My husband loved his raspberry one. I know everyone swears by the fritters and maple bars but the holiday egg nog was amazing for me! It tasted just like egg nog should on top of a cake donut. Perfection, in a word. And only for $2.95. See website for more details. Multiple locations. No parking here but perfectly across from a Rapid stop. read more

Their coffee is tasty. The donuts were very delicious. The staff is very friendly. I would definitely go back there again.

I've only DoorDashed this location, but I think I also used to work near this location as well when I did some volunteer work. They make really good Bismarcks and very good Italian sodas. read more

My latte was good, perhaps not great. But, in retrospect, I messed up my order. I should have bought some doughnuts from them having read the Yelp reviews. We just wanted coffee following our lunch and were too full for a doughnut. My bad. My serious bad. Next time. read more

They have my favorite lattes in the city so far outside of Vivace. The espresso is bold and flavorful and the syrups they have are rich the way I like. (Rich, I would not say too sweet.) I had a few different chocolate donuts and liked the Old Fashioned the most, so give it a try! Little sad they only have standing room at this location, I was trying to find a place to have a coffee and work, so had to go elsewhere for that part. I will be back though! read more

This shop is so nice such a vibe. Right along the street and open windows from floor to ceiling it has 2 stories so you can get your coffee and donut and sit and relax on the second floor. The donuts are great the coffee is amazing both were amazing. I kept going back everyday. The staff was ok during interactions they did know their regulars though so that was nice. read more

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3.5 large chain, multiple buttermilk glazed choices, but thus a little extra wet. no crisp edges like an old fashioned should have.

Not sure why the low rating for this place?! Full disclosure, we're not locals. However, we make it a point to try the local donut shops everywhere we go. I personally had the chocolate Bavarian cream(Boston cream) and it was better than good!! Great dough, delicious chocolate frosting, and plenty of creamy delicious cream. Service was fast and friendly and good selection of donuts....what more can you ask for?! read more

Top Pot Doughnuts - Bavarian Cream Filled - Donuts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Had an unexpected stay at Swedish right by this location and was very happy to see this come up as an option. Such a great little shop, it is not very big however they laid it out well so it doesn't fewl cramped. I got an almost gluten free biscuit with jam and a mocha (made with ovaltine). I the biscuit was very good nice balance of tart from the jam and sweet of the biscuit. The mocha was very good, i have never had one made with ovaltine and am impressed at the taste. Bonus, it was topped of with a very pretty cream design. Both of the workers were very real and friendly. I know where I will be coming for coffee the next few mornings! read more

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I like to rate donut places based on the tried and true classics: a glazed old fashioned and a chocolate bar. I'm not sure if it's the Top Pot brand or just this location, but neither impressed me here. The glazes on both were standard & sweet, reminding me of a that on a typical mass produced donut. The old fashioned missed the mark as it lacked the crispy exterior, and the chocolate bar wasn't as fluffy as a good yeast donut should be. Overall, these were no better than a grocery store donut. I would recommend satisfying your sweet tooth elsewhere. read more

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POOR SERVICE. The gals working behind the counter are rude and inattentive.

Stopped in for a large mocha and a donut and both were delicious. Priced well and made quickly, this is a local chain worth checking out. They have a good variety of donuts as well as coffee, you could taste the quality and care that goes into their products. Great option for dessert in the area. read more

Very expensive stale donuts. Not impressed. Mom and pop shops are way better and way cheaper. read more

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Favorite donuts of all time. I live in NYC and literally bought a dozen donuts to take with me back to nyc to share. The old fashioned are the best and I will forever love this place. The maple is my favorite but the strawberry is amazing as well... they are all so good. Get the old fashioned and try as many as you can!! Amazing!! This location isn't as busy as others I've seen. So should be quick in and out. read more

Top Pot Doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I'm shook this place has low stars. I bought a dozen donuts here, the donut I had (chocolate bar) was good. I liked how they had outdoor seating for you to enjoy your donut. Seems like the low rating is due to the staff. The staff I had were fine, maybe one was standoffish but nothing outright rude. read more

They never disappoint! The donuts are always a hit with coworkers. Large, thick and delicious! The service is friendly and I appreciated when I mentioned I wanted to share my donut they didn't try to upsell me just because...plus they know I'll be back! Loved the king's ring but my go to's are the apple fritter, the Bavarian and a good old fashioned glazed....diet be damned. read more

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This was my first time actually going to a Top Pot as I usually have their donuts when someone brings them in at my work. Easy to find location off Madison and easy to get to from Swedish, I was glad to finally make in here. I showed up after lunch time so the selection wasn't as filled but they had what I like and wanted to no complaints here. I went with their maple bar and maple old fashioned. Both were really tasty and still pretty fresh. Service took some time as the staff seemed to only have one person working. Prices were higher side but I expected that being in downtown. I would for sure eat the donuts but not sure I would make a special trip out here unless I was in the area and had a hankering for fried dough goodness. read more

Top Pot Doughnuts - Nice selection - Donuts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ok, there's no way Top Pot can be 2.5 stars. ***See below if you want Cliff Notes.*** I'll give you that it's a bit pricey. And I'll give you that not all the doughnuts are spectacular (only get the old-fashioned doughnuts - they are money in the bank). But it's Top Pot - a Seattle staple. And their Madison location is now the closest one to me, so I'm super happy about that. Their coffee is also pretty good - it goes perfectly with an old-fashioned doughnut, but it can definitely hold its own even when not paired with a doughnut. It's harder to find parking near this location, so that's one downside. Another is that the seating is somewhat limited. ***Cliff Notes*** ORDER THIS IF YOU WANT AN ENJOYABLE TOP POT EXPERIENCE: 1. Pumpkin Glaze or Maple Glaze Old Fashioned Doughnut. 2. Drip Coffee, your choice in size. Anything less would be uncivilized. read more

Disappointing and dry I love a good donut; unfortunately, this place is not where you will find one. The donuts, while having a firm, crusty exterior, were somewhat dry and unappealing. The maple stick is deceiving. I thought it was filled with cream - wrong! It is just a thick donut with a dry interior. However, the chocolate salted caramel donut was superb. The dryness and texture worked with the flavors. read more

Top Pot Doughnuts - Maple Stick (sans cream) - disappointing and deceptive - Donuts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

At first the guy working needed to warm up to me and sure enough he was as friendly as everyone else at other top pot donuts. I was super excited to come here. I love maple bars and can't get enough. I use to eat cupcakes in NYC, but in Seattle its all about the donuts. Its been so nice to just walk down the street by my work and by my house. I think next time I'm getting an apple fritter or an old fashion donuts.....nah I will always get a maple bar. They are sooo hard to find in NYC. I tried all the donuts spots and NO one even heard of it, there are some place you will always miss and that was this place and their maple bars. read more

Great place-great donuts-a must stop when I visit Seattle. They were friendly even though we were in our Rams gear! LOL! My favorite is the Ovaltine Latte! read more

A cute place in Capitol Hill with a large selection of donuts. Would definitely recommend warming the donuts up! Pretty good at room temperature, but I brought it home and it was much better after warming up! I got a cake donut with chocolate frosting. The chocolate frosting was a little too sweet and I would have liked for the donut to be a little crispier, but overall was pretty good! read more

Yeah, this is just as terrible as the reviews said. Sadly, I only realized it after I got my doughnut. I tried the chocolate caramel doughnut. I liked the crust, but the inside of the doughnut was too cakey and dense.. Also, the caramel made it way too sweet. Like what some lovers had recommended, the old fashioned by my boy's favorite. Will definitely try that next time. A place for a quick bite, or to get snacks for the party. read more

Top Pot Doughnuts - Chocolate caramel doughnut - Donuts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great donuts, terrible service. Went in this morning 11/22/22 and was serviced by two ladies one with short brown hair one with blonde hair. The lady with the brown hair was talking to me like I was remedial when answering questions. The lady with the blonde hair who was making beverages told me I could not have caramel on the top of my frappe even though I already payed for extra caramel, furthermore she refused me to whip cream because it takes ten minutes to make (Which it doesn't). I have never had to scratch a tip off my receipt until today after spending 40 dollars at this establishment. Avoid the morning staff if you don't want your day to be ruined! read more

the donuts here are the best in seattle. however the morning crew is the worst. i've been 3 times so far and none of my experiences have been pleasant. ruins the morning for me! they basically threw my donuts at me today. they don't say you're welcome or have a good day, i basically shouted it on my way out. they need some training in customer services and human kindness. read more

Got the maple glaze old fashion & double trouble (chocolate cake donut with chocolate glaze). The texture of the donuts were great, soft and fluffy. The maple glaze was too sweet but the chocolate was really good. read more

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I made a quick stop at Top Pot on Madison my (first time) before an appointment walked in said good Morning as I was thinking about what I wanted with my coffee. The guy with the red checked flannel and hat just looked at me (blank) no hello, welcome, good morning just stood there like moron until I made selection. I decided to just get coffee only because he pissed me off by his in ability to communicate. I could have went to a vending machine and received better service. The girl working the register was Pleasant and replied thank you as well as the barista. I wouldn't pay some one just to pull donuts and not interact with the customer or say hello, good morning or welcome. If you don't have basic customer service skills get out. read more

Couldn't leave town without a trip to at least one of their locations. So this morning I headed out in search of a donut and chai tea. I was pleasantly surprised to find one only a few clocks from our hotel and I was looking for a glazed old fashioned and was greeted by a very nice lady who pointed out where it was since it was behind one of the other many flavors they had but then she said the magic words, "we also have a pumpkin spice glazed old fashioned that usually sells out over here!" OH my I love this place! They also had a chai tea latte and I got one of those as well. What a morning two of my favorite things at one place and they even have a counter with plugs all along it to charge your phone. The gal who helped me used to work at Starbucks so I told her how I usually order my chai and she made mine extra spicy here as well and I liked it more than Starbucks since it was was less sweet, more spicy and more like I make at home. Glad I got to try this place and see what its all about the donut was yummy and if I wasn't trying to be good I would have tried a few more because they looked fabulous. Come check them out. read more

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The facility I work at has a donut morning every weekend. I purchase the donuts at the 35th street location in Wedgwood . I purchase a dozen donuts once a week. I have watch the the price of these donuts go up steadily. But this morning I go in and decide to buy 3 donuts to take home with me. I was charged $9.10 for those 3 donuts. Paying 6 dollars for 3 donuts is ridiculous! But paying $3 for a donut is f-ing crazy. I'll will continue to buy the donuts for my residents at top pot (that is until they lose their minds and charge more than $21.99 a dozen), but I will never purchase a donut for myself there ever again. And the crazy part is I like their donuts, but enough is enough. read more

Smaller place, a bit cramped and feels a bit stuffy. They have all of the delicious donuts you want from Top Pot. The coffee is also good. Baristas were nice. There was no line when I was there, so things went quickly and smoothly. read more

I still don't know why Top Pot is so highly regarded in Seattle and recommended to folks from outta town. You got to be kidding me- these donuts are plain and cheaply made as you can get. You won't find any fancy donuts, maybe some interesting flavors, but it's sad that this chain is "Seattle's best donut". The cake donuts are so dry, dense, and flavorless if it's not all covered in glaze. The old fashioned donut is the only old fashioned style I can tolerate because of that. Sadly, the maple frosted ones leave some of the cake part unglazed and therefore dry/dense while being greasy at the same time. Maybe I'll give a raspberry old fashioned a try next time. As for their regular donuts, whenever I've had them for free due to work, i was never really impressed either. Pretty dry and/or flavorless unless it's one of the sugary AF flavors. On top of it all, the price is a bit much. One old fashioned cost me almost $2.50 after tax and that didn't even include tip. *sorry, I don't tip unless it's an actual full-service eatery. read more

The most expensive donuts in the city. Two dozen for $40! Damn they were good though! They could charge $50... This location is pretty small, which is just fine for takeout. read more

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I will probably be boo'd for this. But I don't understand the hype of top pot donuts. I wish I could use an emoji to properly describe my embarrassment to put that out there. I think maybe the PNW has made me a food snob! Or maybe just general porpoise donuts has made me a donut snob. The service is great, visitors love it, it seems like they are better at unique donuts versus maybe the staple go to's! I will unfortunately be saving my calorie intake for other treats read more

I feel like Top Pots are all the same. I like their coffee. The donuts are okay. Service is usually okay to pretty good. I enjoyed my Americano. read more

This location does not have a bakery on site which is normal for the smaller locations, but really effects quality. I felt the donuts where a little stale and I could tell they had been sitting for some time. The selection was also meager. Seating here is limited and not the warm comfy study spot the other Top Pot's I have been to seem to be. This disappointed me as I was looking for a study spot when I came in. The staff is nice, but friendliness did not beat of The poor impression. Overall I probably won't go back. Cost is too high for stale donuts. I'll go back to The Wedgewood location where the donuts are so fresh they melt on my tounge like sugary cake bliss. read more

Walled in no customers except me, 4 woolen working. I think I had disturbed the person who waited on me. No "hi" or smile. The 20' counter where people eat was dirty. A simple wipe would've taken care of the problem. Four employees, only one working. The donut and Americano was fine, but for $6 it should be. I'm not sure, but I think they have their product shipped in from another location. If they want to capture the hospital staff, they really need to upgrade the customer service. read more

There isn't much of a selection at 1PM. When we walked in, there were only about five different cookies or doughnuts available. The bottom shelf had four empty trays. If I was a worker, I would've at least removed the empty trays and baked more sweets! This leads me to believe there's no oven or way to make more food from scratch. What kind of business, which still has five more hours until closing time, has empty trays sitting out? A friend, who's on a gluten free diet, asked about gluten free options. There were none. In a city like Seattle where people are health-conscious, I was quite surprised. To quote my friend about the cashier, "She didn't look too happy about her job." To quote another, "The doughnut tastes like it was delivered in the morning." I think you're better off going to Sugar Bakery down the street! read more