Sugar Shack Donuts & Coffee

Donut shop · U Street

Sugar Shack Donuts & Coffee

Donut shop · U Street

1932 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Highlights

A Richmond based quick-stop for fanciful donuts & artisan coffees, adds a bar scene at night.

1932 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 Get directions

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"This doughnut-maker out of Richmond, Virginia, landed in Alexandria before spreading to Arlington and then D.C. with a store in Shaw. Flavors range from simple to unique, like the Girl Scout cookie-style "Tastes Like a Samoa." Chase a boozy doughnut with a fancy cocktail at its underground bar, Nocturne. Superfans can also sing a song and potentially earn a free doughnut. — Tierney Plumb" - Missy Frederick

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@eater

"This regional chain recently expanded to Shaw, bringing with it superior cake and yeast doughnuts that range from simple to seasonal to nostalgic interpretations of beloved candies and cookies. For those who prefer their sugar in liquid form, the shop houses a subterranean cocktail bar called Nocturne." - Andrea Adleman

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Franklyn Benjamin

Google

This a great spot with all the donuts you could ever want!!! Did I mention they have coffee too!! My next doughnut will be their Breakfast Maple Dough Sandwich!! We really appreciated getting out of the cold and warming up with sticky donuts.

Frances Whalen

Google

Loved the feel of the place, didn't mind the slight line.. jammin to 90's R&B. My barista was nice. She took her time with each order. I love the donut..thick but not heavy, good flavor selections as well. Will come back with the kiddos.

Samuel Horton-Martin

Google

I am kind of a crazy person where donuts are involved and when Sugar Shack opened in D.C., I practically had to stop myself from jumping up and down in excitement. This location doesn't disappoint. Even though it was the ungodly hour of 6am, the young women working behind the counter were super cheerful and helpful while I spent far too long ogling the donuts. I chose a half dozen and grabbed a deliciously well-made Cafe Con Leche. I'm afraid that I cannot remember the exact flavors that I ordered--only that all were very yummy. I got a mixture of cake and yeast donuts. I managed to only eat one and the rest made it home where I surprised my husband with my treasure. Some complain that the donuts are expensive, but I find that the quality is great and don't mind paying a bit more than I would for standard donuts elsewhere. I try to limit my visits to "every so often" but it's hard to resist. My ONLY criticism of the location is that it's definitely not designed for you to sit and hang out--more seating would be nice. It's not an easy trek for me, but no matter how many trains and buses are involved in getting to Sugar Shack, the trip is always worth it.

M Lloyd

Google

You. Are. Not. Ready. These donuts right here are THE TRUTH. Ample-sized donuts that are big on flavor with a nice selection to choose from. Can't decide...you can't go wrong with the House Glaze. Thick and substantial. Enjoy the treats with a fresh made coffee or espresso drink.

Zack Williams

Google

Good stuff! The staff is friendly and the doughnuts are HUGE. Very playful decorations on the inside and the hip hop music added to the appeal. I will certainly go back and will recommend to friends who will be visiting in the future.

Michael Ciurea

Google

Pretty good donuts. Not earth shattering. They’re donuts I guess. Not a huge variety. Coffee was ight though.

Vegan Vibes

Google

Prices were good.. for the vegan product. I'll be back.. found my new 🍩 vegan desert/ donut spot..

Jeremy Menninger

Google

Friendly staff and tasty donuts. The raised donuts are much better than their cake donuts.