They have the HUEGEST apple fritters I've ever seen. I haven't tried one, I'm intimidated. Apple fritter punked me man. Lets ride on that fool. One other point of note is that they sell various "eggles". Noteworthy if you take the bus to Grocery Outlet then have like 20 or 30 minutes still to wait after shopping for the return bus, since the only other places to eat nearby are Chelino's and the gas station. Otherwise just your typical donut selection and bad coffee. The cake donuts are pretty good. read more

My best friend has an OBSESSION with donuts right now. She goes to Tan's almost every day before work. So, in order to olblige her fascination, we stopped by Tan's on our way to the city for a quick, carby, sweet. The set-up is such as your typical donut case, with clear glass blocking those sugar cravers from just going for it! You can see all the varieties! I will admit that I was quite impressed with how many different varieties a donut shop can manage! It took me a very long time to make up my mind, as I am already undecisive. I finally went for an old-fashioned with glaze. I was not super impressed. It wasn't stale or anything, but it would have been much better warm. I could have probably asked for them to warm it up. My husband, however, had the apple fritter. Those things were huge! When he first pointed out that that was his decision, I thought he was joking. I tried it, and the softer insides were so delicious. I wasn't a fan of the more crumbly edges, but the apple and cinnamon combination was AWESOME! read more

The donuts are pretty good, but then it is hard to argue with donuts, right? The décor looks like it has not been updated since the 1970's -- and maybe it has not. It is kind of dingy and dumpy and looks like it could use a could scrubbing and a fresh coat of paint. The folks working there always seem like they would rather be somewhere else. Bottom line, get your donut and get out. If you are looking for a place to enjoy a cup of coffee with a friend, go somewhere else. read more

Although they have the best doughnuts in town, that's not saying much as the other doughnut shops aren't that great. This place has gone down in the past few years. The service is meh. The best time to hit this place up is in the morning or earlier. By the time afternoon comes, the selection dwindles and the doughnuts get stale. The doughnuts are kind of expensive here, probably because they're living off the reputation. Protip: Cash only. read more

For me, these are the best donuts around. Just about every kind of donut is represented here, and each kind is carefully made and distinct. The old-fashioned deep-fried donuts and the cake donuts are usually my favorites, but lately I can't resist their luscious apple fritter. Not only are their donuts well-made, they are big. They are worth it, even the paying of cash (since they don't take bank cards). And the proprietors are always friendly. read more

Signs posted on front door and all over there walls CASH ONLY really who has cash on them any more ? But they do point out they have a ATM machine that will charge you a big fee to get cash ! The lady that was there today was so mean and crabby ! I wont be back any time soon. read more

Big thank u to Tans the family owned and operated donut shop .... One of many times we have contacted them special orders and requests .... always willing to help us .... BEST APPLe FRITTErs in SANTA ROSA .... thank u again for willingness to fill our orders ..... read more

I grew up in Rohnert Park so I was weaned on the Tan's Donuts near the golf course. Now that I live in Santa Rosa, my family and I frequent the Tan's on 4th street. Needless to say, this place is the best. Not your fancy hipster joint, just amazing, good ol' donuts. I brought 2 dozen to my office in San Francisco and they were gone instantly. I got quite a few "where did you get these?!" Super convenient location as well, right next to downtown but still walkable from much of the SR residential neighborhoods. This place is legit. read more

Great value, open practically all day, classic donut taste. Overall, id recommend over other spots.

I am a doughnut lover for sure! I only live two blocks away yet I will always drive somewhere else... I have only eaten here 3 times and all 3 times..bad experiences. 2 of the three times including yesterday morning, My doughnut was not cooked fully and had cold nasty dough. Disgusting! read more

I had asked the fine people of Santa Rosa on reddit which places have the best donuts and they suggested a few places and said to go to this place as well, coming from Portland where we have Voodoo Doughnut! such a unique place no one tops them!! Sorry Sonoma County! Anyhow upon entering the shop, it's pretty dated, and thankfully I remembered that it was cash only, woman that was there wasn't friendly, but the plain glazed donuts I got were fresh!! super fresh along with the cheese Danish. Would recommend but, don't try to strike up a conversation it'll just be a fail. Overall fresh donuts, could be updated and could accept cards, since it's the day and age of that... read more

I can't give this place five stars because I dislike their card policy. The guy told me "cash only" and then he said "$5 minimum purchase with card". Which is it? Lots of people don't carry cash anymore. Plus my single purchase was of course going to be within $5. So I was turned away because I only had my card. Very disappointing. I probably won't be completely my back. Still looking for a decent donut shop in town I guess. read more

On my two visits thus far the apple fritters were done perfectly! I actually find that many other donut shops typically OVERcook the apple fritters and they're almost burnt. Not so with my fritters from Tan's. Dark on the outside but still soft inside with plenty of flavor. Also, the second time I dropped by here I was the last customer of the day as they were closing up. They were kind enough to let me in and the gentleman behind the counter gave me a second apple fritter for free. Nice people! I will certainly go back again. :) read more

Tasted greasy. I tried an apple fritter and I may have 1 piece of an apple cube. Not happy.

I'll admit it: I'm kind of a doughnut snob. But, I can still appreciate a cheap, mediocre doughnut when it calls. That being said, Tan's stakes its claim as the first doughnut I've ever thrown away. My husband and I stopped by on a Saturday in the late morning. The guy behind the counter was clearly not enthused about having to dish out doughnuts. When we did get ours, they were awful. At least 2-3 days old. If there was ever a time to bake fresh, you'd think Saturday morning would be that time, but alas. It was stale and had very little flavor. It was like biting into a doughnut that sat in a box on your kitchen counter for one too many days, except that it wasn't very tasty to begin with. I took a couple bites and couldn't take it anymore, over half of it ended up in the trash. Sorry, Tan's, we won't be back. read more

One of the best places for pastry PERIOD! They have bannana-apple fritters! Great Coffee, Great customer service, they actually remember you even if you only come by one in a great while. read more

good coffee at a donut shop is hard to find. the coffee here is really good! there's a few options, so I really like that. the lady at register was not friendly. very short with her answers and when I tried to make small talk with her, she would just give me a simple yes or no and didn't smile once while I was in there. my friends like their donuts bc they are fresh and have a great selection. read more

Gotta have me so donuts! There prices are unbelieve! They have an okay customer service but the donuts are soo fluffy and delicious!

Blueberry fritter was the WORST donut I've ever had!!!!!!!!! Ruined my stomach for the whole day.

I have frequented Tan's because it's downtown near my office. The donuts are pretty standard and well priced. Nothing mind blowing, but it's kind of hard to screw up a maple bar, isn't it? The people are not overly friendly, no, but if I had to be up at some ungodly hour making donuts I wouldn't be sparkly and cheery either. Decor is meh, this is a place for takeout donuts only. read more

Great donuts, but my only compaint is that they still only accept cash. I've had to run down to the ATM on several occasions.

Love their donuts! My favorite is glazed chocolate cake. Nice people too.

Love this place! We always get donuts on special occasions n this place is awesome. Fresh delicious donuts. Always yummy. Nice folks.

Their donuts taste racid. The Cause? Never changing their oil. Take lessons from Happy Donut in Windsor. Theirs is the best in sonoma County. Hands down!!! read more

They have great donuts. Their donuts look very pretty during Valentines because of their heart shaped donuts. read more

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I lucked out and didn't run into the mean lady people have mentioned in reviews. Bought a few kinds to try but had the raised glaze while there; was actually very good--soft and pillowy with a nice glaze on top, not wet or sticky-- gentleman at the counter was very nice! read more

It's a dive. But... Okay. Not as clean as I prefer. Service was as expected.. hence the 3 stars. I think that I will... Well.... Find another donut shop ... Perhaps close to really good coffee. This was just convenient for today. read more

The worst place for donuts! My second time here,I should've learned the first..The kid who works there was rude both times,thought he was having a bad day,now it seems like he hates his job.. The father wasn't too nice to him either yelling at him to pack donuts because im taking too long ..so While I waited for some customer service I noticed flies buzzing around..there's nothing special about there donuts I've had way better at Circle K..I came for a dozen but ended up getting donut holes to kill my sweet tooth read more

My church has been buying from Tans Donuts for years.... Their Apple fritters are the greatest! .... So we get dozens of donuts every week on Sunday's . Tans is on time with deliveries anytime... and the congregation consumes them with gusto! read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE! I live a block away and can get a donut on my bike ride to work. quick and delicious. only .80 for a donut too!

I was shocked by the enormous size and small prise of $1 per donut! Not for the diet conscious but watch out taste buds and hips!

The best donuts in the world! I've been there when these "customers" come in and complain. The obviously want donuts that are over cooked or just plain raw. They only make great donuts. read more

The only donut shop I have ever been to that does not serve a bakers dozen.... the guy counted out my donuts and just before charging me says 'oh I gave you too many' then takes one out and put it back. Really guys? Stingy about that 13th donut? You have shamed the donut culture. read more