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    Paul's Bakery

    4.6 (234 reviews)
    Open 5:30 am - 2:00 pm

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    Julian A.

    Located of a main road tucked in a nondescript shopping center you'll find Paul's Bakery a hidden gem in the Fredericksburg area. Inside you'll find a very cozy mom and pop shop where you can find all sorts of treats from pies cakes cookies and especially donuts. I was sent this location from someone in the area for a request of donuts but when I got there I decided to try a little bit of everything. Donuts are delicious and taste fresh and their chocolate chip cookies are very good with the homemade feel. Service is exactly what you'll expect where the clientele are asking for the owner by name. Definitely recommend if you're in the area

    Fresh coffee comes with a few glazed or cinnamon donut holes.
    Manny M.

    Delicious donuts with a friendly smile at a dry warm and inviting location that smells like sweet dreams. Ordered dozen donuts and highlight that any specialty donuts such as the maple bacon donut come with a small upcharge to the dozen but very much worth it. The lady attending us was very patience as we were just trying to pick it all in our dozen but never rushed us and ensured we got all we wanted. Ordered my coffee and she also advised it comes with a complimentary choice of glazed or cinnamon donut holes that made it that much more sweeter. Absolutely a must if you're in the area and a stapleton in this community. Happy to have stopped by and try this location.

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    Stephanie S.

    We pre ordered 36 cupcakes for our parents 50th wedding anniversary gathering. These cupcakes were so delicious and very squishy. I added different color edible glitter to make them all sparkly and added the toothpick 50th anniversary signs. The cupcakes were ready for pickup on time. Ordering wasn't the easiest process because we wanted to make some changes and customize the flavors. There were something's we wished we could change but the pick up was smooth and on time. People know Paul's bakery and have been a staple of the community for many many years.

    Landry H.

    Got a half dozen assorted donuts and they are incredible! Service was exceptional! Such a local gem :)

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    Stacy W.

    The most delicious donuts ever. They're so soft and fluffy and that chocolate frosting is like a dreamy pillow of goodness. Even the frosting is fluffy. Idk how they do it, but it's delightful. My mom bought all the apple fritters they had today, which was 11. She planned on getting two dozen, but we came later in the morning and that's all they had left. She also got two brownies and two cream filled donuts. I also got two brownies and two cream filled donuts. The cream filling doesn't really taste like anything so that's the only complaint but who cares when the rest of the donut tastes so good. Service is very friendly and the shop is always clean. It smells like yummy baked goods. We always make it a point to come here whenever we're nearby.

    Pre-COVID trip to Paul's during an early donut day.
    Joel K.

    My family has been going to Paul's for about 10 years for our weekly Friday "Donut Day". When on travel, we try the rest, but come back to the best. Definitely worth a small detour off I-95 to this Fredericksburg institution.

    Carmen L.

    "Why did I not visit sooner?" Please ask yourself this question once you check it out because I sure did after visiting Paul's. Situated in a non-descript plaza, this bakery is a hidden gem that takes you back to the olden days. Most donut shops these days throw lots of stuff onto their donuts but Paul's keep it real: plain, dipped, filled. Nothing fancy, just outright delicious donuts. The place is busy, so get ready to order as soon as you walk in the door or step to the side because the folks behind the counter want to keep things moving. There's plenty of parking and they are closed on Sunday and Monday. They open super early and close early, so definitely watch the time. Public service announcement: buy a dozen and take them to work; your coworkers will thank you.

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    2 years ago

    The best donuts around! You won't be disappointed. Get two, eating one will leave you wanting another.

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    3 years ago

    Delirious and hard to walk out with only what you went in for... tons of goodies speedy service and usually a line, but worth it.

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    3 years ago

    Delicious baked goods. Fast service even though they were busy. Will definitely go back.

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    3 years ago

    Absolutely delicious! Everything we ordered was so beyond any other pastries I've ever tasted. The staff is friendly too!

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    2 years ago

    All I want to do is ask them a question. No one answers the phone..I just looked at their graph. Not busy

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    4 years ago

    The maple bacon doughnuts are the best! I also highly recommend pre-ordering your Thanksgiving pies from them!

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    4 years ago

    The BEST bakery in FBX I love this place and would never go anywhere else always the best tasting donuts and baked goods.

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    3 years ago

    Eclairs, there really is nothing more to say other than great service and super yummy eclairs.

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    4 years ago

    The best bakery and donuts in the area. Hands down. It's not a birthday without a cake from Paul's.

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    4 years ago

    Consistent! Best donuts and chocolate silk pie in town. Been going for 34 years! Love it! No one like it!

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    5 years ago

    Mmm... Mmm..Mmm... so good. Pies, donuts. So good. If you're in the Fredericksburg area. Try this place to satisfy you sweet side.

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    4 years ago

    Paul's is my go to for everything. Their brownies are the best! And donuts are amazing as well.

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    5 years ago

    The best donuts in the Fredericksburg area bar none!!! We have ordered birthday cakes yum!!! Their brownies are great too.

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    5 years ago

    Love Paul's bakery. It's always a treat! Always fresh and so many choices! You can buy whole pies and cakes or just slices.

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    5 years ago

    Very friendly staff! Can't go wrong with anything you get there. Get there early, and grab your donuts!

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    5 years ago

    It's always amazing!!! Their raspberry jelly donut holes have been a favorite since I was little!!!

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    6 years ago

    All I can say is that I'm coming again. The doughnuts are light and fluffy. I will never forget the location of this hidden gem.

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