The Best Pie Shop in Every State
Updated: Feb. 05, 2024
Here's the best pie place in every state, where you can find pies filled with all the good stuff, from apples to pudding—even macaroni and cheese. Time to plan a road trip!
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Alabama
JaWanda’s Sweet Potato Pies, Birmingham
JaWanda began cooking for her family at the age of nine. She learned to make sweet potato pie shortly after she got married, and soon friends and neighbors were requesting them, too. Now JaWanda’s Sweet Potato Pies in Birmingham serves up 15 flavors, including pecan and s’mores, along with other sweet southern treats.
Alaska
A Pie Stop, Anchorage
The grandmother-granddaughter team behind A Pie Stop in Anchorage makes all of their pies from scratch, using locally grown fruit whenever possible. They’ve got three pie recipes with rhubarb, fruit pies and cream pies, plus sugar-free, gluten-free and dairy-free options. They even have a drive-through window!
Arizona
Rock Springs Cafe, Black Canyon City
Opened as a hotel and general store in 1918, the Rock Springs Cafe is now an institution in Black Canyon City. People come from far and wide on their way to the Grand Canyon to stop in and try famous treats like their towering banana cream pie and delicious mixed berry crumb pie. Can’t make it to Arizona? Here’s how to make banana cream pie at home.
Arkansas
PattiCakes Bakery, Conway
Step through the screen door into PattiCakes Bakery in Conway and you’ll be rewarded with an avalanche of sweet treats to choose from. But the Arkansas possum pie is not to be missed! It’s layered with pecans, cream cheese and chocolate.
California
Pietisserie, Oakland
Jaynelle St. Jean began her pie journey by giving slices away through the window of her mother’s house on Valentine’s Day. She’s still a proponent of “random acts of sweetness,” and now owns Pietisserie in Oakland. Her signature pie has raspberry filling encased in two chocolate crusts. It’s stunning!
Colorado
The Huckleberry, Louisville
Tucked into the historic old Post Office in Louisville, The Huckleberry serves sweet treats made with ingredients from their own farm. You’ll want to sample the peach huckleberry, because peaches + just about any other flavor = great pie. Bring a friend so you can try everything!
Connecticut
Michele’s Pies, Norwalk
Michele of Michele’s Pies in Norwalk wanted to make her grandma’s pie recipes famous, and she has definitely succeeded. Stop by to try her award-winning creations made with local ingredients. They’re all fabulous, but her apple caramel crumb pie made with homemade caramel is a standout.
Delaware
Bing’s Bakery, Newark
It’s a sure bet that Delaware’s longest-running bakery is going to have the best pie. Bing’s Bakery has been operating since 1871, and generations of families come for their baked goods that are made from scratch daily. The banana cream pie is a local favorite.
Florida
Key West Key Lime Pie Co., Key West
Did you expect a mention of any other pie? Key West Key Lime Pie Co. sells pies whole or by the slice, or they will dip a frozen slice in chocolate for you. Yes, please! They also offer baking classes for ages five and up. Can’t get there for a class? Make one of these Key lime pies recipes at home.
Georgia
The Pie Hole, Roswell
Known for their sky-high apple pies, The Pie Hole makes a variety of southern favorites. Try other fruit pies like triple berry and cherry, and seasonal staples like chocolate peppermint, salted caramel and pear cranberry. See what classic pie represents every U.S. state.
Hawaii
Leodas Kitchen and Pie Shop, Lahaina
Local ingredients and tropical flavors shine at Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop. Try the Chocolate Haupia Pie, which has a macadamia nut crust and a layer of haupia (Hawaiian coconut pudding). You’ll also find pies made with guava, dragon fruit, pineapple and local Olowalu limes.
Idaho
Pie Hut, Sandpoint
A local favorite in Sandpoint, Pie Hut serves hand-crafted pies in unique flavors like cinnamon apple cream and Nanaimo bar. But the peanut butter cup brownie pie is a showstopper!
Illinois
The Pie Boss, Aurora
As far as savory pies go, Pie Boss in Aurora takes the, err, pie. This bake shop prides itself on making fresh pies daily, so they offer a menu that gets updated on social media each day the shop is open. Pie Boss specializes in savory South African pies. One flavor customers can’t get enough of? Pepper steak! The dish features savory sirloin steak cooked in a homemade black pepper gravy.
Indiana
Mrs. Wick’s Pies, Winchester
The sugar cream pie, or Hoosier pie, is the state pie of Indiana, and Wick’s Pies has been making them for more than 70 years. You can get a slice at Mrs. Wick’s Restaurant in Winchester, along with 35 other flavors of pie made fresh daily.
Iowa
Crouse Cafe, Indianola
Cozy Crouse Cafe is a real hidden gem in Indianola. While the cafe serves assorted daily pies like apple, peach and coconut cream, it’s the eatery’s cherry pie that has received countless rave reviews. The tender, flaky homemade crust might have a little something to do with it.
Kansas
Spear’s Restaurant & Pie Shop, Wichita
The home cooking at Spear’s Restaurant & Pie Shop in Wichita literally began at home—the family converted a large house into a restaurant in 1956. They have every pie you’d hope for and more. Apple and cherry are big hits, but they’re known for whipped cream pies like coconut cream and peanut butter fudge.
Kentucky
The Whistle Stop, Glendale
If meringue is your jam, then you need to get to The Whistle Stop in Glendale! Their beautiful meringue pies are famous all over the state. Have a hearty southern meal, then try a slice of the butterscotch or peanut butter meringue.
Louisiana
Strawn’s Eat Shop, Shreveport
It’s hot in Louisiana. Maybe that’s why Strawn’s Eat Shop is famous for its icebox pies. The staff has been making them by hand since the late 1950s. During the holidays, they sell up to 500 icebox pies per day at each of their three locations. May we suggest one of these icebox desserts to make at home?
Maine
Hello, Good Pie Bakery and Gourmet Kitchen, Belgrade Lakes
Maine and blueberries go hand in hand, so expect to find some blueberry pie at Hello, Good Pie in Belgrade Lakes. Their pies—including the fruit fillings, curds and caramel—are made from scratch. All this berry talk is giving us an urge to bake up some tasty blueberry treats!
Maryland
The Ugly Pie, Salisbury
The three owners of The Ugly Pie in Salisbury began their business by “borrowing” a local commercial kitchen and making their special order pies overnight. Now at their brick-and-mortar location, you can find unique flavors like Coffee Cream Pie and Bonobo Banana Pie, featuring a dark chocolate custard with fresh bananas and whipped cream.
Massachusetts
Mike’s Pastry, Boston
People flock to Mike’s Pastry in Boston for their famed cannoli, but the pies are not to be missed. Their specialty, ricotta pie, has a sweet ricotta filling between two flaky crusts and has folks standing in line at their North End location to get a slice.
Michigan
Sweetie-licious Bakery Cafe, DeWitt
With a slogan like “Eat pie, love life!”, it’s a sure bet that DeWitt’s Sweetie-licious Bakery will satisfy your pie cravings. No less than 50 flavors rotate with the seasons, but you can find the coconut cream pie on the menu every day of the year. It’s hard to resist good coconut desserts!
Minnesota
Betty’s Pies, Two Harbors
Betty’s Pies began as a simple stand selling coffee and donuts to local fisherman in 1956. Now it’s a roadside institution for people on their way to the North Shore. You can order up French silk, toffee cream and blueberry pie. Or try their most popular pie, created by Betty herself, the Lemon Angel.
Mississippi
Sugaree’s Bakery, New Albany
The colossal chocolate meringue pie at Sugaree’s Bakery in New Albany weighs five pounds and is a dazzling sight to behold. The recipe was passed down from owner Mary Russell’s great-grandmother. It’s doubtful she’ll be giving away her treasured family recipe, so plan a visit soon. In the meantime, make one of these chocolate treats.
Missouri
Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery, Kimmswick
Located in a small town on the Mississippi River, the Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery is home to a stunning feat of baking. Their Levee High Apple Pie is nine inches tall! Choose the classic version, or go even bigger and get it with caramel and pecans. Then, learn how to make your own extraordinary apple pie from scratch.
Montana
Rock ‘n’ Roll Bakery, East Glacier Park
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Bakery is known for its huckleberry pie and for outfitting guests with all the gear they’ll need to visit Glacier National Park. Stop in for locally roasted coffee and warm pie to fuel up before a hike.
Nebraska
WheatFields Eatery & Bakery, Omaha
A family-owned business in Omaha, Wheatfields Eatery & Bakery serves up whole pie, pie by the slice and even baby pies in fun flavors! Try the Baby Coconut Creme or Baby Chocolate “Moose.” You’ll also find cakes and cookies. Pair them with one of these homestyle recipes from Nebraska.
Nevada
Mix Bakeshop, Reno
If you’re headed to Reno, pop in to Mix Bakeshop for a plethora of pie choices. Their menu includes recipes with a twist. The salted caramel apple pie one-ups the original, and the seasonal eggnog cream pie will have you counting the days until Christmas.
New Hampshire
Just Like Mom’s Pastries, Weare
Just Like Mom’s Pastries began as a home business. They now offer fruit pies, cream pies and no less than four flavors of pecan pie, including bourbon pecan and pumpkin pecan. Owner Karen Car also offers gluten-free and sugar-free pies for those with dietary restrictions.
New Jersey
Red Barn Cafe & Pie Shop, Hammonton
If you’re headed through South Jersey, a historic windmill will point you toward Red Barn Cafe & Pie Shop. In a converted barn that’s more than 100 years old, the Penza family bakes old-fashioned pies like apple crumb, peach and pecan, or go for one of their Sicilian-style ricotta pies with fresh fruit.
New Mexico
Pie-O-Neer Pies, Pie Town
If there’s a pie shop in a place called Pie Town, you’d better stop and get some! Pie-O-Neer Pies has all of your favorite classics, but try their uniquely New Mexico pies with chile, like Chocolate Chess with Red Chile and New Mexico Apple with Green Chile. For an at-home version, try our Peach, Green Chile and Cheddar Pie recipe.
New York
Noble Pies, Warwick
After literally stopping traffic selling pies by the roadside with a sign that read, “Turn back for pie!”, owner Leslie Noble realized she needed a retail location. Noble Pies uses Leslie’s grandmother’s tried and true recipes, and also offers cocktail-inspired pies, like strawberry daiquiri and margarita.
North Carolina
Fayetteville Pie Company, Fayetteville
Seeking to re-create the memories of her grandmother’s kitchen, Leslie Pearson opened Fayetteville Pie Company in Fayetteville and began serving a rotating menu of sweet and savory pies. With choices like root beer float and malted milk French silk, it seems she’s taken Grandma’s pie recipes up a notch!
North Dakota
Deaner’s Diner, West Fargo
Rock ‘n’ roll vibes and 1950s decor characterize Deaner’s Diner in West Fargo. They have all the classic American pies you would hope to find in a diner, from apple to lemon meringue. You can also enjoy a wide selection of omelets and other classic diner fare.
Ohio
Mama Jo Homestyle Pies, Amherst
Ohio is the Buckeye State, so there must be buckeye pie, right? You’ll find it at Mama Jo Homestyle Pies, along with many others like Boston cream pie, cherry pie, even pina colada pie! Their secret? All of their crusts are made with lard, just like Grandma did it.
Oklahoma
Pie Junkie, Oklahoma City
With pies available whole, by the slice or frozen to bake at home, it’s no wonder that Pie Junkie is Oklahoma City’s premier pie shop. Their most popular flavor is the Drunken Turtle Pie with salted bourbon caramel. Don’t miss their specialty whoopie pies on Fridays.
Oregon
Banning’s Restaurant & Pie, Tigard
Growing up on a farm gave the owners of Banning’s Restaurant all of the experience they needed to run a restaurant. They make everything in the restaurant from scratch every day, including the pies. Try the Mudd Pie, with coffee ice cream, chocolate, caramel and whipped cream.
Pennsylvania
Bird in Hand Bakery & Cafe, Bird in Hand
What’s a trip to Pennsylvania without some shoofly pie? Bird-in-Hand Bakery is said to have the best in Lancaster County. This wet-bottom pie made with molasses, brown sugar and cinnamon is a traditional Pennsylvania Dutch recipe.
Rhode Island
LaSalle Bakery, Providence
Doing things the traditional way has kept LaSalle Bakery in Providence growing for nearly 100 years. The current owner began working there at the age of 15! Fruit pies, pumpkin pies, caramel apple pecan pie—they’ve got all the flavors you’re looking for. They even bake up dog treats around Christmas.
South Carolina
Strossner’s, Greenville
Run by the same family for three generations, Strossner’s has been making pie, cakes and bread from scratch for more than 70 years. Stop by for breakfast or lunch, but save room for chocolate cream pie or traditional southern pecan pie.
South Dakota
Wall Drug, Wall
There are so many things to see at this famous roadside attraction, but don’t forget about the pie! Wall Drug has been a place for travelers to get refreshments since 1936. Take a break on your way to Mt. Rushmore and get yourself a slice of cherry pie to go with that famous free ice water.
Tennessee
Sweet Creations Pie Bakery, Nashville
Barbara Toms, owner of Sweet Creations Pie Bakery started this business to benefit her community. She now offers six flavors including chocolate chip pecan (yum!), sweet potato, peach and apple. No time to swing by the shop? You can find her three-inch tarts at the Nashville airport. (And get some hot chicken before you leave, too!)
Texas
Royers Round Top Cafe, Round Top
People make pie pilgrimages to tiny Round Top (population 82) to visit Royers Round Top Cafe. You’ll see why when you try their original recipes like Junk Berry, with all kinds of berries and peaches and apples. But don’t leave without tasting their bestseller, the Texas Trash Pie, with chocolate chips, pretzels, coconut, caramel and graham crackers.
Utah
Provo Bakery, Provo
In business for more than 75 years, Provo Bakery‘s original owner trained as an Army baker in Paris during the Korean War. Still operated by the same family, the bakery’s staff will be happy to serve your favorites like chocolate cream pie, coconut cream pie and all sorts of fruit pies, including mincemeat.
Vermont
The Southern Pie Company, Chester
A little taste of the South awaits at Southern Pie Company. Savor a variety of flavors of chess pie, or their maple buttermilk pie for a uniquely Vermont twist on a southern classic. Don’t forget about their pumpkin sweet potato pies in the fall.
Virginia
Livin’ the Pie Life, Arlington
The women who own Livin’ the Pie Life met at a PTA bake sale and soon teamed up to sell pies at a local farmers market. Now you can visit their bakery for seasonal flavors like peach Melba or Silky Gingerbread Pudding Pie. If you’re a savory pie person, their macaroni and cheese pie could change your life.
Washington
The Pie Goddess, Enumclaw
Suzie Sidhu, better known as The Pie Goddess, has been baking pies for 25 years. In her shop, she makes about 50 varieties, depending upon the season. She’s known for her lush bakes, in flavors like chocolate peanut butter banana, butterscotch and chocolate pistachio.
West Virginia
Oliver’s Pies, Wheeling
Each pastry at Oliver’s Pies is hand-rolled by Jim Oliver every morning. He offers whole pies, slices and mini-pies at his location in Centre Market. Stop by for apple or cherry, or try his decadent cream pie flavors including butterscotch and chocolate peanut buttercream.
Wisconsin
Sweetie Pie’s, Fish Creek
What could be better than fresh cherry pie in a county famed for growing them? Sweetie Pie’s uses Door County cherries grown just down the road in all their pies. Each hand-rolled crust is made from unbleached, unbromated flour.
Wyoming
The Bunnery Bakery & Restaurant, Jackson
Located in an old blacksmith shop, The Bunnery Bakery & Restaurant has been serving up high-quality baked goods for 40 years. Their pies are made fresh daily, using fresh ingredients like strawberries, rhubarb and peaches. Come early, because they sell out fast!
Originally Published: September 17, 2019
