Pao's Donut & Coffee Shop

Pao's Donut & Coffee Shop

6919 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA

★★★★★4.7(1,321 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Pao's is a Tacoma institution where the pink boxes and steady line say it all—their donuts, especially the maple old-fashioned, are legitimately exceptional and worth the cash-only inconvenience. There's something authentically local about this spot that keeps people coming back for that warm-donut-on-the-way-home experience, even if the coffee takes a backseat to the pastries that are the real star.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, quick-grab. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly. Cash only.

PastriesTraditional drinksCash onlySlow sitFamily friendlyQuick grab

Google Reviews

Tuyen Nguyen
★★★★2 months ago

I've heard of Pao's Donuts even before I lived close by. I knew I would be in for a treat when I see a steady line, people carrying out that familiar pink boxes and a 'cash only' sign. The people are the best part. Very neighborhood feel and very kind! The display of fresh…

April Way
★★★★★2 months ago

I can’t remember the last time I went to a donut shop, but a friend brought me here and I’m so glad she did. I love this local spot — it has such a true Washington feel, and you don’t see many places like this anymore. The donuts are excellent — not greasy and not overly sweet,…

Noel Orton
★★★★3 months ago

Was in the area for the day so I stopped to grab a doughnut. 11:30 AM still tons of selection. Their donuts are amazing, especially the maple old-fashioned.(but sweet!) can’t vouch for the drinks. I took my order to go. Do you remember you need cash.

A.M F.
★★★★★4 months ago

First time there and the donuts are really REALLY good !! Someone said the filled donuts were lacking filling but ours were bursting with it. Coming home to eat a still warm donut was the BEST !! But in our cashless society the cash only factor annoyed me,but worth the trip to…

Pretty Prudent
★★★★★7 months ago

When I first walked into this donut shop, the atmosphere felt rather dull and uninviting. I hoped that trying their donuts would improve the experience, but unfortunately, the quality did not meet expectations. The icing was overly thick and heavy, with a taste that suggested…

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