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**Updated February 6, 2026**
Every February, Metro Detroit transforms into the paczki capital of the United States. While the rest of the country settles for generic jelly doughnuts on Mardi Gras, southeast Michigan honors its deep Polish roots with something far more serious: plump, golden, sugar-dusted paczki stuffed with fillings ranging from traditional rosehip and prune to modern twists like tiramisu and cannoli cream.
Fat Tuesday 2026 falls on February 17, and the annual pilgrimage is already taking shape. Lines will wrap around bakeries in Hamtramck before sunrise. Donut shops along Woodward Avenue will flip their "OPEN" signs hours earlier than usual. And in communities from Pontiac to Trenton, from Farmington to Saline, bakers will hand-fry tens of thousands of these rich Polish pastries in a single day.
This guide covers more than 50 locations across five Metro Detroit counties, organized with the details that actually matter: addresses, phone numbers, flavor lineups, pre-order info, and the insider tips that separate a smooth Paczki Day from a sold-out disappointment. Whether you live in Metro Detroit or you are visiting for the festivities, this is the only list you need.
Oakland County
Macomb County
Wayne County
Washtenaw County
What Is a Paczki and Why Does Metro Detroit Go So Hard for Paczki Day?
Paczki are not regular doughnuts. The dough is richer, denser, and more buttery than a standard fried pastry. Traditional recipes call for eggs, butter, sugar, and sometimes a small amount of spirits, which helps the dough resist soaking up too much oil during the deep-fry process. The result is a pastry that holds its filling generously and carries a soft, pillowy texture that standard doughnuts simply cannot match.
The tradition of eating paczki before Lent dates back centuries in Poland, where families would use up household stores of lard, sugar, and fruit preserves before the fasting season began. Polish immigrants brought the custom to Detroit in the early 20th century, and Hamtramck (a city entirely surrounded by Detroit, accessible off I-75 and I-94) became its American epicenter. Today, Paczki Day in Metro Detroit is closer to a regional holiday than a niche ethnic tradition. Local news stations broadcast live from Hamtramck bakeries. Offices across Oakland and Macomb counties pass around pink boxes. And bakeries that do not normally make paczki add them to the menu for a week or more.
One common misconception: paczki are only available on Fat Tuesday itself. In reality, many Metro Detroit bakeries begin selling them days or even weeks before. The Monday before Fat Tuesday is nearly as busy, and several shops (including Tringali's Bakery in Warren and GM Paris Bakery in Livonia) sell them daily throughout February. That said, the freshest and widest selection will always be on Fat Tuesday morning.
Apple Fritter Donut Shop, Facebook
Oakland County
Apple Fritter Donut Shop
741 E. 9 Mile Rd., Ferndale, MI 48220
Date: Available on February 17th (5am-4:30pm)
Cost: $3 each or $17 per half-dozen
Website: Apple Fritter Donut Shop
Apple Fritter Donut Shop is a Ferndale neighborhood fixture known for its classic fruit and cream-filled paczki every Fat Tuesday. The shop sits conveniently on the same block as Christine's Cuisine, a Polish restaurant, making 9 Mile Road in Ferndale a one-stop destination for anyone craving both paczki and pierogi on the same morning. Flavors rotate annually but consistently include fruit and cream-based fillings. Pre-orders are accepted by phone, and walk-ins are welcome on Fat Tuesday while supplies last.
Donut Cutter
28173 Woodward Ave., Berkley, MI 48072
Date: February 17th (4am-6pm)
Cost: $2.25 to $3.25 each or approximately $11.50 to $22+ for a half-dozen or dozen
Website: Donut Cutter
Donut Cutter is a cash-only doughnut shop on Woodward Avenue in Berkley that draws a loyal early-morning crowd every Paczki Day. The shop opens at 4 a.m. on Fat Tuesday with paczki in apple, custard, buttercream, and lemon fillings. This is a no-frills, old-school operation where the doughnuts speak for themselves. Pre-orders are accepted, and showing up with cash in hand is non-negotiable since no cards are accepted. Arrive early because this small shop moves through inventory quickly.
American Polish Cultural Center
2975 E. Maple Rd., Troy, MI 48083
Date: Walk-ins starting Monday, February 16th. Online pre-orders available
Cost: Half Dozen ($20.00) | 1 Dozen ($40.00)
Website: American Polish Cultural Center
The American Polish Cultural Center in Troy is one of the most established paczki sources in Oakland County, offering traditional flavors including blueberry, apricot, custard, plum, raspberry, and strawberry. The center accepts online pre-orders in quantities ranging from a half-dozen to five dozen, making it ideal for office orders and large family gatherings. Walk-in purchases are available starting the Monday before Fat Tuesday. The center's location on Maple Road, just off I-75 near the Troy and Sterling Heights border, makes it an easy stop for commuters heading through Oakland County.
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Knapp's Donut Shop
500 N. Main St., Rochester, MI 48307
6057 Rochester Rd., Troy, MI 48085
Date: February 17th (5am-6pm)
Cost: $2.50-$4.00 per individual paczki, with boxes of six or twelve often offered at a slight discount
Website: Knapp's Donut Shop
Knapp's Donut Shop operates two locations in northern Oakland County and is a reliable neighborhood source for traditional paczki flavors each year. The Rochester location on Main Street and the Troy location on Rochester Road both carry paczki for Fat Tuesday. While Knapp's does not typically go as heavy on specialty or premium flavors, the shop is a solid pick for anyone who wants a classic paczki without waiting in a massive line. Call ahead to confirm availability and flavors.
Avon Donuts
45324 Woodward Ave., Pontiac, MI 48341
Date: February 17th (5am-6pm)
Cost: $2.25 to $5.75 per piece | $21 per dozen
Website: Avon Donuts
Avon Donuts in Pontiac carries classic paczki for Fat Tuesday along the northern stretch of Woodward Avenue. This shop serves the Pontiac and Auburn Hills area and is a convenient option for north Oakland County residents who do not want to drive south toward Hamtramck or Troy. Call ahead for flavor availability and hours.
Polish Market
2938 E. Maple Rd., Troy, MI 48083
Date: Fat Tuesday week, February 2026 (5am-6pm)
Cost: $1.79 to over $6 per single donut | $13.99 for a half-dozen
Website: Polish Market
Polish Market sits just steps from the American Polish Cultural Center on Maple Road in Troy and carries authentic paczki made with traditional Polish recipes. The market is a go-to for anyone looking to pair their paczki pickup with other Polish staples like kielbasa, sauerkraut, and rye bread. Call the market for specific hours and flavor availability during Paczki Day week.
The Home Bakery
300 S. Main St., Rochester, MI 48307
Date: February 17, 2026 | Pre-orders often start early in February
Cost: $3 each, discounted rate $36 for a "Baker's Dozen", effectively making them buy 12 get 1 free.
Website: The Home Bakery
The Home Bakery in downtown Rochester is where Oakland County's paczki game gets creative. This bakery offers unique flavors like blueberry-lemon, coconut cream, cassata, lime curd-raspberry, and double-chocolate alongside traditional options. Delivery is available to more than 60 cities, which is a game-changer for anyone who wants fresh paczki without the lines. Pre-orders are strongly recommended because specialty flavors sell out well before Fat Tuesday. This is the Oakland County pick for anyone who wants something beyond the standard raspberry or custard.
Daily Dozen (Royal Oak)
32701 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48073
Date: February 17th
Cost: dozen pączki generally cost $13.99 - $21.00
Website: Daily Dozen
Daily Dozen's Royal Oak location on Woodward Avenue is part of a three-store chain (with additional locations in Warren and Sterling Heights) that cranks out classic paczki in flavors like apple, lemon, custard, and strawberry. Pre-orders are accepted for quantities of five dozen or more, making Daily Dozen a smart pick for workplace orders. Walk-ins are welcome on Fat Tuesday, but expect a crowd. The Royal Oak shop benefits from its central Woodward Avenue location, close to I-696 and easily accessible from Ferndale, Berkley, and Birmingham.
Chive Kitchen
33043 Grand River Ave., Farmington, MI 48336
Date: February 17 (7am-7pm)
Cost: Pre-orders for dozen or half-dozen boxes
Website: Chive Kitchen
Chive Kitchen in Farmington is one of the only fully plant-based paczki options in Metro Detroit. This vegan eatery offers inventive flavors like strawberry elderflower, bananas foster, blueberry lemon, and tiramisu, all made without eggs, dairy, or animal products. Pre-orders are available for dozen and half-dozen boxes. For anyone following a vegan diet or anyone who simply wants to try something different, Chive Kitchen is a standout. The Farmington location on Grand River Avenue is accessible from M-5 (the Haggerty Connector) and serves the Farmington Hills, Novi, and Livonia corridor.
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Macomb County
Irena's Pastry and Bistro
40259 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48314
Date: February 17th, opening at 6 a.m.
Cost: $30 per dozen and $20 for a half-dozen
Website: Irena's Pastry and Bistro
Irena's Pastry and Bistro is a Polish cafe on Mound Road in Sterling Heights that opens at 6 a.m. on Fat Tuesday with a full lineup of paczki in apple, lemon, strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, plum, rose, and custard. The rose filling is a nod to the traditional Polish rosehip jam that many American bakeries skip. Irena's is a sit-down-friendly spot, so you can enjoy a paczki fresh with a cup of coffee rather than just grabbing a box. Its location on Mound Road places it right next to Srodek's, making this stretch of Sterling Heights a mini paczki district.
Srodek's (Sterling Heights)
40211 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48314
Date: February 17 (doors opening at 7am until sold out)
Cost: 1 Dozen Paczki. $25.59
Website: Srodek's
Srodek's Sterling Heights location is the second outpost of the beloved Hamtramck market (the original Joseph Campau location is listed under Wayne County below). Traditional paczki flavors include strawberry, custard, raspberry, plum, and rosehip. Srodek's also carries a full line of Polish groceries, sausages, and prepared foods, making it easy to build a complete Paczki Day spread. The Sterling Heights shop on Mound Road serves the northern Macomb County market and tends to have shorter lines than the Hamtramck original.
Daily Dozen
13599 E. 9 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48089
11331 15 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Date: February 17th
Cost: Pre-orders for 5+ dozen | dozen pączki generally cost $13.99 - $21.00
Website: Daily Dozen
The Warren Daily Dozen location on 9 Mile Road carries the same classic paczki flavors as the Royal Oak flagship: apple, lemon, custard, and strawberry. Pre-orders are accepted for five dozen or more, and walk-ins are welcome on Fat Tuesday. Check the store individually for specific opening times, as hours may vary between locations.
Tringali's Bakery
29100 Schoenherr Rd., Warren, MI 48093
Date: February 17 (7am-7pm)
Cost: $2.50-$4.00 per piece
Website: Tringali's Bakery
Tringali's Bakery in Warren is an Italian bake shop that brings a creative twist to the Fat Tuesday tradition. The bakery is known for cannoli cream and cappuccino cream paczki, plus a peanut butter and jelly version that has developed its own following. Classic fillings like raspberry, apple, lemon, and chocolate custard are also available. Tringali's sells paczki by the single or by the dozen throughout all of February, so you do not need to wait until Fat Tuesday to get your fix. The Schoenherr Road location is easy to reach from I-696 and serves the central Macomb County area.
East Detroit Bakery and Deli
17530 E. 9 Mile Rd., Eastpointe, MI 48021
Date: February 17th (7am-6pm)
Cost: $3 to $4 each
Website: East Detroit Bakery and Deli
East Detroit Bakery and Deli is an east side favorite known for paczki that are noticeably bigger than average. Available glazed or coated in powdered sugar, fillings include cassata (cannoli) cheesecake, buttercream, custard, and an assortment of fruit flavors. The Eastpointe location on 9 Mile Road has been a staple for paczki lovers on the Macomb County side of the border for years. This is the bakery to hit if you want quantity and quality in a single stop.
Blake Farms (Armada)
17985 Armada Center Rd., Armada, MI 48005
Date: February 17 (9am-5pm)
Cost: Call for pricing
Website: Blake Farms
Blake Farms in Armada brings specialty flavors to the paczki scene, including peanut butter and jelly, chocolate Bavarian cream, triple jam, caramel apple, and cherry chocolate alongside the classics. Pre-orders are available through the Blake Farms website. The Armada location is a bit of a drive from the Macomb County suburbs, but it is worth the trip if you want flavors you will not find at a standard doughnut shop. Blake Farms also operates a location in the Eastern Market area of Detroit.
New Palace Bakery, Facebook
Wayne County
New Palace Bakery
9833 Joseph Campau Ave., Hamtramck, MI 48212
Date: Tuesday, February 17th, opening around 3am
Cost: Traditional dozen around $22.95. Specialty dozen around $31.95.
Website: New Palace Bakery
New Palace Bakery is the undisputed paczki headquarters of Metro Detroit. Family-owned since 1908, the bakery has been featured on Food Network and recognized nationally as one of the country's premier paczki destinations. New Palace offers 12 traditional fillings alongside rotating specialty options, and it opens its doors around 3 a.m. on Fat Tuesday to a line that routinely wraps around the building. Pre-orders are strongly recommended by phone because the bakery has been known to reach pre-order capacity by early February. This is the place where Paczki Day in America truly began, and no guide to Metro Detroit's Fat Tuesday tradition is complete without it.
Srodek's (Hamtramck)
9601 Joseph Campau St., Hamtramck, MI 48212
Date: February 17 (8am-6pm)
Cost: 1 Dozen Paczki. $25.59
Website: Srodek's
Srodek's is Hamtramck's other heavyweight, combining a full Polish market with paczki in strawberry, custard, raspberry, plum, and rosehip flavors. The Hamtramck location carries the widest selection of Polish goods alongside the paczki, making it easy to load up on kielbasa, pierogi, and other staples while you are there. Call ahead for pre-orders and plan to arrive early on Fat Tuesday for the best selection.
Taj Al-Yemen Restaurant and The Family Donut Shop
11300 Conant St., Hamtramck, MI 48212
Date: February 17th (Begit at 6am)
Cost: $2.25 per paczki
Website: Taj Al-Yemen Restaurant and The Family Donut Shop
Taj Al-Yemen Restaurant and The Family Donut Shop offers paczki in classic flavors like custard, cherry, and chocolate cream. Notably, Taj Al-Yemen uses vegetable shortening rather than lard, making their paczki halal-friendly. This is a meaningful distinction in Hamtramck, where a large Yemeni-American community lives alongside the historic Polish population. Call ahead for pre-orders and flavor availability.
New Martha Washington Bakery
10335 Joseph Campau Ave., Hamtramck, MI 48212
Date: February 17th (8am-5pm)
Cost: $20-$30+ per dozen
Website: New Martha Washington Bakery
New Martha Washington Bakery is a historic Hamtramck name that once produced the largest paczki in Michigan. Note: Ownership changes have been reported in recent years, so call ahead to confirm current status and availability before making a trip. If operating as expected, this bakery remains a classic Hamtramck stop along Joseph Campau Avenue.
Detroit City Distillery
2462 Riopelle St., Detroit, MI 48207
Date: February 14th (Opens 10am)
Cost: $34.99 per 750-milliliter bottle
Website: Detroit City Distillery
Detroit City Distillery turns Paczki Day into a spirited celebration, shutting down Riopelle Street for an annual block party that draws crowds from across Metro Detroit. Guests can indulge in creative offerings like vodka ice cream floats made with their signature Paczki Day Vodka and new Paczki Cream Liqueur, crafted using raspberry paczki from a local bakery. The festivities include live music, a paczki-eating contest, an ice luge, and a block-long shot ski, creating an unforgettable blend of Detroit's vibrant community spirit and innovative craft distilling.
Dutch Girl Donuts
19000 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48203
Date: February 16th-17th (walk-ins start at 5am)
Cost: $18 per dozen
Website: Dutch Girl Donuts
Dutch Girl Donuts is a revived 24-hour shop on Woodward Avenue that accepts pre-orders for flavors including raspberry, strawberry, lemon, apple, custard, cherry, and buttercream. Walk-ins start at 5 a.m. on the Monday before Fat Tuesday and continue straight through Tuesday. The Monday before Fat Tuesday at Dutch Girl is a smart move for anyone who wants the full experience with shorter lines than the main event.
Pietrzyk Pierogi
1429 Gratiot Ave., Detroit, MI 48207
Date: February 13th. Online pre-orders available.
Cost: $39 per dozen
Website: Pietrzyk Pierogi
Pietrzyk Pierogi is run by the "Pierogi Queen" and offers online pre-orders for classic flavors like raspberry, blueberry, lemon curd, and vanilla custard, plus a signature strawberry jalapeno paczki that has become one of the more talked-about options in Metro Detroit. The strawberry jalapeno fills the sweet and spicy niche that no other bakery in the region touches. Pre-order early because Pietrzyk's small-batch approach means quantities are limited.
Donut Villa
5875 Vernor Hwy., Detroit, MI 48209
Date: February 17th
Cost: $3 each or $17 per half-dozen
Website: Donut Villa
Donut Villa is a Southwest Detroit mainstay with traditional lemon, apple, raspberry, and custard paczki available throughout Fat Tuesday. Located on Vernor Highway in the heart of Southwest Detroit's Mexicantown neighborhood, Donut Villa is a reliable stop for classic paczki without the long lines you will find in Hamtramck.
Good Cakes and Bakes
8042 Livernois Ave., Detroit, MI 48204
Date: February 17th (Begins around 6-7am)
Cost: 2.29 to $3.99 each
Website: Good Cakes and Bakes
Good Cakes and Bakes on Detroit's Avenue of Fashion is an LGBTQ-plus, woman-owned bakery specializing in organic and vegan baked goods. Paczki flavors include red velvet, lemon, and strawberry. This is one of the best vegan-friendly paczki options on the Detroit side, and every purchase supports a small business deeply rooted in its community.
American Coney Island
114 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226
Date: February 17th (starting at 9 am)
Cost: $2.75 to $2.85 each
Website: American Coney Island
American Coney Island takes a completely different approach to Fat Tuesday. The "Coney Paczki" is a glazed paczki split like a hot dog bun and filled with one of their famous Coney dogs, topped with chili, mustard, and onions. It is exactly as outrageous as it sounds, and it has become a social media tradition in its own right. This is Detroit's most iconic food mashup, which fits perfectly alongside the city's legendary food traditions. Available starting at 9 a.m. on Fat Tuesday until sold out.
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Bartz Bakery
1532 N. Telegraph Rd., Dearborn, MI 48128
Date: Tuesday, February 17th (6:30am-6pm)
Cost: $3.50 each | $36 per Dozen
Website: Bartz Bakery
Bartz Bakery is known for Eastern European pastries with plump, golden paczki in various fruit fillings. The bakery opens at 6:30 a.m. on Fat Tuesday and accepts pre-orders for a one-dozen minimum. Located on Telegraph Road in Dearborn, this shop is a convenient stop for anyone in the western Wayne County corridor heading to work along the Telegraph or I-94 routes.
GM Paris Bakery
28418 Joy Rd., Livonia, MI 48150
Date: February 17th (Begin at 7am)
Cost: $2 each | $11 half dozen | $19.50 dozen
Website: GM Paris Bakery
GM Paris Bakery is a family-owned Polish bakery in Livonia with one of the widest flavor selections in the western suburbs: prune, strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, lemon, custard, chocolate, and apple cinnamon. Paczki are served daily through Fat Tuesday, so you do not need to wait for the big day. Delivery is available via Grubhub, which makes GM Paris one of the only bakeries in Metro Detroit where you can get fresh paczki delivered straight to your door.
The Looney Baker
13931 Farmington Rd., Livonia, MI 48150
Date: February 17th (Begins at 6am)
Cost: $2.25 each | $11.50 for a half-dozen | around $21 per dozen
Website: The Looney Baker
The Looney Baker in Livonia makes handmade paczki alongside their famous cinnamon rolls. Pre-order to beat the rush. This is a neighborhood bakery with a loyal following, and their paczki are made fresh with the same care that has built their reputation in the Livonia community.
Villa Bakery
6237 Middlebelt Rd., Garden City, MI 48135
Date: February 17th (Begins at 7am)
Cost: Starts at $2.75 each
Website: Villa Bakery
Villa Bakery is a family-owned shop in Garden City with cannoli cream, custard, fruit-filled, and chocolate mousse paczki. Located on Middlebelt Road, Villa Bakery serves the Garden City, Westland, and Inkster corridor and offers a solid Italian-influenced take on the paczki tradition.
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Donut Kastle
24555 Eureka Rd., Taylor, MI 48180
Date: February 17th (Starts at 5:30am)
Cost: $3 each | $16 half-dozen | $30 full dozen
Website: Donut Kastle
Donut Kastle in Taylor transforms into "Paczki Kastle" every year. Flavors include apple, chocolate cream, custard, lemon, raspberry, pineapple, strawberry, and more. Follow their social media for annual updates on hours and availability. This Downriver institution is the go-to for the Taylor, Romulus, and Allen Park crowd.
Elliott's Bakery
2636 W. Jefferson Ave., Trenton, MI 48183
Date: February 17th (8am-3pm)
Cost: $3 each | $17–$20+ for a half-dozen
Website: Elliott's Bakery
Elliott's Bakery in Trenton starts making paczki the night before Fat Tuesday, hand-frying, filling, and glazing more than 6,000 in a single run. Traditional flavors include apple, custard, lemon, and raspberry. Pre-orders are accepted by phone. Elliott's also partners with Wyandotte Beer Co. for a limited-release raspberry paczki beer, making this a Downriver double-header worth planning around.
Grosse Ile Bakery
7767 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Date: February 17th
Cost: $2.25 - $3.00 each or roughly $11.50 - $17.00 per half-dozen
Website: Grosse Ile Bakery
Grosse Ile Bakery is a small island bakery with classic paczki by the dozen. Located on Macomb Street in the heart of Grosse Ile, this is the most convenient paczki stop for anyone living on the island or in the Trenton and Riverview area.
Tony Cannoli Sweets and Eats
16125 West Rd., Woodhaven, MI 48183
Date: February 17th (opens at 8am)
Cost: $2.25 each | $11.50 half dozen
Website: Tony Cannoli Sweets and Eats
Tony Cannoli Sweets and Eats in Woodhaven fuses Italian classics with Polish tradition, including cannoli-filled paczki. Located on West Road, this shop serves the Woodhaven, Flat Rock, and Brownstown corridor and is a strong pick for anyone who wants creative paczki flavors south of the I-75 corridor.
Zingerman's Bakehouse, Facebook
Washtenaw County
Zingerman's Bakehouse
3711 Plaza Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Date: Fat Tuesday week. Pre-orders strongly recommended
Cost: $3-$4+ each
Website: Zingerman's Bakehouse
Zingerman's Bakehouse in Ann Arbor brings its artisan baking approach to paczki with flavors like raspberry jam, lemon cream, sweet ricotta, chocolate pudding, and rose hip jam. Paczki are part of the Zingerman's Mardi Gras menu, which also includes King Cake and New Orleans fare. Pre-orders are strongly recommended because quantities are limited. Zingerman's is nationally recognized for its baked goods, and their paczki reflect the same obsessive quality that built the brand.
Washtenaw Dairy
602 S. Ashley St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Date: February 17 (Starts at 8am)
Cost: around $3 each
Website: Washtenaw Dairy
Washtenaw Dairy is a longtime local dairy in Ann Arbor that accepts pre-orders for half-dozen or dozen boxes. Flavors include apple, chocolate cream, custard, lemon, prune, and raspberry. These sell out fast, so pre-order early. Washtenaw Dairy has been an Ann Arbor institution for generations, and their paczki carry the same no-frills, high-quality approach that built their reputation.
Dom Bakeries
1305 Washtenaw Rd., Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Date: February 17th (6am-7pm)
Cost: $3 each | $18 for a half-dozen | $35 for a dozen
Website: Dom Bakeries
Dom Bakeries in Ypsilanti is a local staple with raspberry, apple, lemon, blueberry, custard, and strawberry paczki. The drive-thru makes pickup fast and painless, which is a huge advantage on a morning when every other bakery in the region has a line out the door.
Dimo's Deli and Donuts
2030 West Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Date: February 17th (Starts at 8am)
Cost: Paczkis will cost $3 each and are available in flavors
Website: Dimo's Deli and Donuts
Dimo's Deli and Donuts in Ann Arbor has been a neighborhood favorite for nearly 50 years. Their paczki are known for being extra-plump, with popular flavors including custard, strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, apple, and buttercream. Call ahead to secure your order. Dimo's is the kind of place where regulars have been coming for decades, and the paczki reflect that old-school dedication.
DJ's Bakery
3031 Packard St., Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Date: February 17th (6am-7pm)
Cost: pre-orders at $2.50 each or $2.80 on the day of
Website: DJ's Bakery
DJ's Bakery on Packard Street in Ann Arbor offers eight flavors: apple, blueberry, custard, cream, lemon, prune, raspberry, and strawberry. This is a solid neighborhood bakery that does not get the attention of Zingerman's but produces consistent, well-made paczki year after year.
Benny's Bakery
111 W. Michigan Ave., Saline, MI 48176
Date: February 17th (6am-8pm)
Cost: 6-packs for approximately $7
Website: Benny's Bakery
Benny's Bakery in Saline produces more than 6,000 paczki on Fat Tuesday in nine flavors, including raspberry, strawberry, lemon, blueberry, apple, custard, cream, chocolate cream, and prune. This small-town bakery punches well above its weight and sells out fast. If you are anywhere near Saline, this is the stop. Arrive early.
Dexter Bakery
8101 Main St., Dexter, MI 48130
Date: February 17th (6am-5pm)
Cost: 3 each or 6 for $15
Website: Dexter Bakery
Dexter Bakery is a short drive from Ann Arbor with a quality selection of traditional paczki flavors. Located on Main Street in downtown Dexter, this is the most convenient option for Livingston County residents who want quality paczki without the longer drive to Ann Arbor or Troy.
Big City Small World Bakery
1007 W. Huron St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Date: February 17th (10am-6pm)
Cost: $3 each or $35 a dozen
Website: Big City Small World Bakery
Big City Small World Bakery on the west side of Ann Arbor carries 10-plus flavors including the hard-to-find traditional prune filling. Call ahead to order. For purists who want the old-school Polish fillings that most American bakeries have dropped from their menus, this is the Washtenaw County pick.
Argus Farm Stop
325 W. Liberty St. and 1200 Packard St., Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Date: February 17 (7am-10pm)
Cost: $2.50 to $3.00 each
Website: Argus Farm Stop
Argus Farm Stop at two Ann Arbor locations sells paczki from Crust (Fenton) in multiple flavors. Pre-orders are available online with pickup at both locations. Argus is a farm-to-table market, so the paczki you are buying support local producers and small-batch bakers.
Plum Market
375 N Maple Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
3601 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Date: February 17 (8am-10pm)
Cost: $3 each to roughly $30-$35 per dozen
Website: Plum Market
Plum Market at its North and West Ann Arbor locations carries paczki from New Palace Bakery in Hamtramck, including apple, chocolate, custard, lemon, raspberry, and strawberry. This is a clever option for Ann Arbor residents who want Hamtramck-quality paczki without the 45-minute drive. You are getting the same New Palace product that people stand in line for at 3 a.m. in Hamtramck, just without the line.
Detroit Street Filling Station
300 Detroit St., Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Date: February 17 (11:30am-8pm)
Cost: Call for pricing
Website: Detroit Street Filling Station
Detroit Street Filling Station in Ann Arbor is a vegan eatery with rotating paczki flavors on the daily menu around Fat Tuesday. This rounds out Washtenaw County's vegan paczki options alongside the broader Metro Detroit selections at Chive Kitchen in Farmington, Good Cakes and Bakes in Detroit, and Dooped Donuts in Detroit.
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M Street Baking Co., Facebook
Livingston County
M Street Baking Company
117 N. Michigan Ave., Howell, MI 48843
Date: February 1-17 (6am-1pm)
Cost: $3 each or $36 for a baker's dozen
Website: M Street Baking Company
M Street Baking Company is a popular local bakery in Howell known for pastries and doughnuts. Call ahead to check Fat Tuesday availability and flavors. Located on Michigan Avenue in downtown Howell, this is the most convenient paczki option for Livingston County residents who do not want to make the drive to Ann Arbor or Troy.
Pinckney Bakery
131 E. Main St., Pinckney, MI 48169
Date: February 17 (6am-3pm)
Cost: Call for pricing
Website: Pinckney Bakery
Pinckney Bakery is a neighborhood bakery on Main Street worth calling for paczki availability. For Pinckney-area residents, Dexter Bakery is also a quick drive south and typically carries a wider selection of Fat Tuesday flavors.
For Livingston County residents, the best strategy may be to combine a paczki run with a trip to nearby Washtenaw or Oakland County bakeries. Dexter Bakery is a quick drive from Pinckney, and the Troy bakeries along Maple Road are accessible via I-96 and US-23. Grocery chains including Meijer, Kroger, and Busch's across Livingston County also stock paczki in the days leading up to Fat Tuesday.
How to Have the Best Paczki Day in Metro Detroit
A few insider tips that will save you time and frustration on February 17, 2026:
Pre-order everything. Seriously. The most popular bakeries hit capacity for pre-orders days or even weeks before Fat Tuesday. New Palace Bakery has been known to reach pre-order capacity for Fat Tuesday by early February. If you want a guaranteed box, do not wait.
Arrive early and bring cash. Hamtramck bakeries open as early as 3 a.m. on Fat Tuesday, and the lines form before that. Several shops (especially Donut Cutter in Berkley) are cash-only. Even bakeries that accept cards sometimes add a surcharge.
Do not overlook the Monday before Fat Tuesday. Many bakeries start selling paczki on the Monday before, and the lines are significantly shorter. Dutch Girl Donuts begins walk-in service at 5 a.m. on Monday, and the atmosphere is still festive without the peak-day crowds.
Follow bakeries on social media. Annual flavors, hours, and pre-order windows are almost always announced on Instagram and Facebook before they appear on official websites. Donut Kastle in Taylor, for example, relies on social media for its yearly updates.
Think beyond Hamtramck. While Joseph Campau Avenue is the spiritual home of Paczki Day, you can find excellent paczki in every corner of Metro Detroit. The Home Bakery in Rochester, Tringali's in Warren, Elliott's in Trenton, and Benny's in Saline are all producing paczki that rival anything in Hamtramck, often with shorter waits.
Paczki Day is one of those traditions that reminds you why Metro Detroit is unlike anywhere else in the country. The community pride, the immigrant heritage, and the sheer enthusiasm for a single pastry tell you a lot about the character of this region. If you are new to the area (or considering a move), moments like this are a window into what daily life here actually feels like. For help navigating neighborhoods or exploring communities across Metro Detroit, The Perna Team is always happy to connect.
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Key Takeaways
- Fat Tuesday 2026 is February 17, and more than 50 bakeries across five Metro Detroit counties will carry paczki.
- New Palace Bakery in Hamtramck has been the region's paczki headquarters since 1908, opening around 3 a.m. on Fat Tuesday.
- Pre-orders are essential at most bakeries and often sell out days or weeks before Fat Tuesday.
- Vegan paczki options are available at Chive Kitchen in Farmington, Good Cakes and Bakes in Detroit, Dooped Donuts in Detroit, and Detroit Street Filling Station in Ann Arbor.
- The Monday before Fat Tuesday offers shorter lines and nearly the same selection at many bakeries.
- Livingston County residents should plan a trip to nearby Oakland or Washtenaw County bakeries, or check local Meijer, Kroger, and Busch's locations.
- Several Italian bakeries (Tringali's, Livonia Italian Bakery, Tony Cannoli, Villa Bakery) offer creative crossover flavors like cannoli cream and cappuccino cream.
People Also Ask
What is Paczki Day and when is it in 2026?
Paczki Day falls on Fat Tuesday, February 17, 2026. It is the day before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent in the Christian calendar. In Metro Detroit, Paczki Day is a regional tradition rooted in the city's Polish-American heritage, centered in Hamtramck, where bakeries open as early as 3 a.m.
Where is the best place to get paczki in Metro Detroit?
New Palace Bakery at 9833 Joseph Campau Ave. in Hamtramck is widely considered Metro Detroit's premier paczki destination. Family-owned since 1908 and recognized by Food Network, the bakery offers 12 traditional fillings plus specialty options. Other top choices include Srodek's in Hamtramck, The Home Bakery in Rochester, Tringali's Bakery in Warren, and Zingerman's Bakehouse in Ann Arbor.
Do I need to pre-order paczki for Fat Tuesday?
Yes, pre-ordering is strongly recommended at most Metro Detroit bakeries. Popular shops like New Palace Bakery reach pre-order capacity days before Fat Tuesday. Walk-in purchases are available at many locations, but selection narrows quickly, and the most popular flavors sell out by late morning.
How do you pronounce paczki?
Paczki is pronounced "POONCH-kee" (the plural form). A single paczki is called a paczek, pronounced "PON-check." The word comes from Polish and the pronunciation trips up many first-timers, but every bakery in Metro Detroit will know exactly what you mean regardless of how you say it.
Are paczki the same as regular doughnuts?
No. Paczki are made from a richer dough than standard doughnuts, containing more eggs, butter, sugar, and sometimes a small amount of spirits to limit oil absorption during frying. The result is a denser, more tender pastry that holds generous amounts of filling. Traditional fillings include rosehip jam, prune, raspberry, and custard.
Where can I get vegan paczki in Metro Detroit?
Vegan paczki are available at Chive Kitchen in Farmington (strawberry elderflower, bananas foster, blueberry lemon, tiramisu), Good Cakes and Bakes on Detroit's Avenue of Fashion (red velvet, lemon, strawberry), Dooped Donuts in Detroit (lemon curd), and Detroit Street Filling Station in Ann Arbor (rotating flavors). Pre-orders are recommended at all locations.
What time do bakeries open on Paczki Day in Detroit?
Opening times vary by bakery. New Palace Bakery in Hamtramck opens around 3 a.m. on Fat Tuesday. Donut Cutter in Berkley opens at 4 a.m. Dutch Girl Donuts in Detroit starts walk-ins at 5 a.m. on the Monday before Fat Tuesday. Irena's Pastry in Sterling Heights opens at 6 a.m. Most standard bakeries follow their normal morning hours.
Can I get paczki shipped or delivered in Metro Detroit?
Yes. The Home Bakery in Rochester offers delivery to more than 60 cities. GM Paris Bakery in Livonia is available on Grubhub. Plum Market in Ann Arbor stocks New Palace Bakery paczki for local pickup. Several bakeries also partner with local delivery services during the Fat Tuesday rush.
What are the most popular paczki flavors?
Raspberry, custard, lemon, and strawberry are the most popular paczki flavors across Metro Detroit. Traditional Polish fillings include rosehip jam and prune, which are harder to find but available at Big City Small World Bakery in Ann Arbor, GM Paris Bakery in Livonia, and select Hamtramck bakeries. Creative flavors like cannoli cream (Tringali's), strawberry jalapeno (Pietrzyk Pierogi), and Coney dog (American Coney Island) have also gained dedicated followings.
How much do paczki cost in Metro Detroit?
Paczki prices typically range from $2.50 to $4.00 each, depending on the bakery. New Palace Bakery prices traditional dozens around $22.95 and specialty dozens around $31.95. Zingerman's Bakehouse sells individual paczki starting around $3.75. Most bakeries offer per-piece and per-dozen pricing.
Why does Metro Detroit celebrate Paczki Day more than other cities?
Metro Detroit's intense Paczki Day tradition stems from the region's historically large Polish-American population, which settled heavily in Hamtramck and surrounding areas during the early 20th century. Hamtramck was once one of the most densely populated Polish communities outside of Poland, and the bakeries that served those families have continued the tradition for more than a century. No other American city matches Metro Detroit's combination of authentic bakeries, community celebration, and sheer volume of paczki consumed.
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