Looking for the best places to get pie in San Diego? Whether it's Thanksgiving, Christmas, Pi Day (March 14) or a birthday, everyone loves pie! Here are some of San Diego's favorite pie shops.
The French Oven
10299 Scripps Trail Ste. E, Scripps Ranch
www.thefrenchovenbakery.com
Thanksgiving specials include a 10" Apple Tart, Chocolate Pecan Tart and Pumpkin Tart. Pre-orders are available by phone or online. All paid pre orders will be available for pickup outside the bakery with staff on Thanksgiving 11/28, 7 am-12 pm.
Frost Me Cafe and Bakery
555 W Date St., San Diego
www.frostme.com
Featured on Food Network's Cupcake Wars, this locally-owned Little Italy bakery is a San Diego favorite. Thanksgiving pie selection includes Apple Lattice, Classic Pumpkin, Mixed Berry Crumble and Pumpkin Coconut Pecan (GF). All pre-orders available now through Nov. 25. Also offering for Thanksgiving breakfast catering and cakes! To order call: 619-287-2253.
Hans & Harry's Bakery Co.
5080 Bonita Rd., Bonita
www.hans-harry.com
Creators of classical cakes, desserts and pastries with a modern European flair. Pre-orders available now through Nov. 21.
Julian Pie Company
2225 Main St., Julian
21976 Hwy 79, Santa Ysabel
www.julianpie.com
Famous for a delicious selection of delectable flaky and crumb apple pies, Julian Pie Company offers homemade goodness every time. Our favorites include Dutch Apple, Apple Mountain Berry Crumb and Boysenberry Apple Crumb. It's too hard to choose just one!
Mama's Kitchen
3960 Home Ave., San Diego
www.mamaspies.org/about-mamas-pies
Every November, dozens of San Diego restaurants, bakeries and caterers donate thousands of yummy pies to sell at Mama's Kitchen's annual bakesale event. Delicious Apple, Pumpkin, Pecan, crunchy Dutch Apple and a special Mystery Flavor pie are available for preorder now through Nov. 22 while supplies last. Each pie sold allows Mama’s Kitchen to cook, prepare and deliver 12 lifesaving meals to critically ill individuals and families in need this holiday season. Pies will be available for pickup at multiple sites around the county on Wednesday, Nov. 27.
Marie Callender's
6950 Alvarado Rd., San Diego
www.mariecallendersholiday.menu/sandiegoholiday
Pre-ordered pies and Thanksgiving Feasts are available for pickup Nov. 27, 8 am-5 pm and Thanksgiving Day 8-11 am.
Moms Pies
2119 Main St., Julian
4510 Hwy. 78, Julian
www.momspiesjulian.com
Masters of traditional apple pie (and several variations), Moms Pies is a favorite stop for visitors and locals alike. For a change of pace, try their delicious apple dumplings! Order your family's Thanksgiving pies online for pickup at The Warm Hearth (8748 La Mesa Blvd.) on Nov. 27.
Nutmeg Bakery
13771 Danielson St., Poway
12640 Sabre Springs Pkwy., Scripps Ranch
https://nutmegsd.com/collections/thanksgiving-pies
Pre-order your Thanksgiving pies for pickup at the Poway location on Nov. 27. Selection includes Apple Lattice, Cherry, Gluten-Free Apple Crumb, Pecan, Pumpkin and Gluten-Free Pumpkin. All pies come with a pint of homemade spiced whipped cream.
OBrien's Boulangerie
13615 Stowe Dr., Poway
www.obriensbakerysd.com/shop
Place your Thanksgiving orders online or in person. Last day to order for Thanksgiving is Nov. 17.
Pop Pie Co.
4404 Park Blvd. #A, San Diego
4195 Voltaire St., Point Loma
829 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach
www.poppieco.com/pie-thanksgivingpreorders
This locally owned pie shop showcases a signature all-butter crust, with a rotating menu of sweet and savory pies made in-house daily. Thanksgiving pie selection includes Bourbon Pecan, Pumpkin Cream Cheese, Salted Caramel Apple Crumble and Apple Cranberry Ginger Crumble (Vegan). Pre-order by Nov. 22 while supplies last. Pick up at University Heights, Point Loma or Pacific Beach location. Pick up on Nov. 27 from 11 am-4 pm or Thanksgiving Day 9 am-1 pm. All pies are prepared the morning of your chosen pick-up date.
Starry Lane Bakery
3925 4th Ave., San Diego
https://starrylanebakery.com
This top 10 allergen friendly bakery specializes in delicious bread, cookies, cupcakes, pies, cakes, baking mixes and more. Pie pre-orders are available now through Nov. 24. Order early for best selection! All pick-up orders will be ready on Nov. 27.
Village Kitchen & Pie Shoppe
950 Tamarack Ave., Carlsbad
www.villagekitchenpieshoppe.com
This family owned and operated restaurant and pie shop has been serving the Carlsbad community for 30 years. Choose from a huge selection of holiday pies available for pick-up Nov. 25-29.
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Updated: November 2024
