It’s not just a Fall or Thanksgiving treat, a luxurious, sweet, and tangy dessert like pumpkin pie deserves to be celebrated all year long and all across America.
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Here’s our list of the absolute yummiest pumpkin pies throughout the U.S., noted by the numerous positive customer reviews these mostly local shops have received.
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Alabama: Pies By Mike (Clanton)
Pies By Mike combines the best pumpkin pie with a fresh cup of coffee to make a rich, incredible treat. Their seasonal pumpkin pie is the star of the show thanks to its flaky crust and smooth texture.
These homemade pies have developed such a following (along with their breakfast pies) that people visit from far away just to give them a try. With one of the top travel credit cards in your wallet, you can make that work.
Alaska: Snow City Cafe (Anchorage)
This fun, bright location is a fantastic place to get pumpkin pie when in season. It’s quite the community spot that uses local, fresh ingredients for every homemade pumpkin pie they make.
For extra goodness, enjoy a pumpkin spice latte with it. It's so good and so rich in flavor.
Arizona: Rock Springs Cafe (Black Canyon City)
The pumpkin pie at Rock Springs Café is the best in the state (and you could skip the long car ride to have one shipped to you in season).
They’ve baked them perfectly since 1927 and make every part from scratch. The Pie Club punch card can help you earn free pies, too.
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Arkansas: Ms. Lena's Pie Shop (De Valls Bluff)
Located in De Valls Bluff, Ms. Lean’s Pie Shop is a year-round destination offering just a slice at a time or a whole pie to take home.
Their pumpkin pie is made with a secret family recipe and Ii’s an excellent choice for those who want luxurious pumpkin pie with a flakey crust.
California: Sweet Lady Jane (Multiple Locations)
Often touted as Los Angeles’s most famous bakery, Sweet Lady Jane has a range of pumpkin options on the menu.
That includes a Pumpkin Spice Latte Whoopie Pie. It’s not traditional, but it is certainly the best. You could go for a set of cupcakes to take home with you, too.
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Colorado: Granny Scott’s Pie Shop (Denver)
There are over 25 pies on the menu at Granny Scott’s Pie Shop, so it will be hard to just try the seasonal pumpkin pie.
The Vermont Maple Pumpkin pie here is the stuff people dream about, especially if you like fresh pies made with proven, aged recipes.
Connecticut: Lyman Orchards (Middlefield)
At Lyman Orchards, they sell pumpkin pie by the truckload. In fact, you can get an entire pie during the sale for just $5, although they do often sell out because their pies are that tasty.
A fantastic place to spend the afternoon with family, you’ll love just how much goodness is at the farmer’s market here, too.
Delaware: Bing's Bakery (Newark)
Bing’s Bakery offers a fabulous, flaky pumpkin pie that’s exceptionally flavored. The bakery, first established in 1871, has changed up recipes over the years, but they have always been a quality-first organization.
The pumpkin pies here are very traditional, with ample flavor and just the right sweetness.
Florida: Yoder's Restaurant & Amish Village (Sarasota)
Yoder’s in Sarasota seems to have a wide range of pies on the menu throughout the year, but pumpkin is sure to be one of the priorities in the colder months.
Rich and creamy, made with locally grown pumpkins and fresh spices, it’s an excellent choice for those looking for authentic, Amish-quality pie.
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Georgia: Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop (Sandy Springs)
The bite, intense flavor, and smooth, creamy texture of the pumpkin pie at Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop make it the best in Georgia. It’s a seasonal offering, but one you’ll look forward to all year.
Even better, you can put in a request for a gluten-friendly pie with an order in advance. That includes the pumpkin along with options like the Southern Custard and Key Lime.
Hawaii: Ted's Bakery (Haleiwa)
Ted’s Bakery has a number of signature pies on the menu, including a blueberry cream pie and macadamia nut cream pie, but the seasonal pumpkin haupia cream pie is an original.
This pie is made with thickened coconut milk, which gives it a much richer consistency that’s hard to top.
Idaho: Merritt's Family Restaurant (Boise)
A true old-school diner, Merritt’s Family Restaurant is an exceptional place for all comfort food, including pumpkin pie.
It’s a simple, hearty pie that’s cut right in front of you. Top it with some whipped cream for a bit of decadence.
Illinois: Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits (Chicago)
Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits has a seasonal menu of sweets that’s made fresh in-house, and that includes its pumpkin pies.
What makes them unique is that they are made fresh and ready to go first thing in the morning. Pumpkin is only on the menu for the fall months, but the good news is you can get it mail-ordered to your door and you freeze as many as you want to have a slice any time of the year.
Indiana: Wick's Pies (Winchester)
Wick’s Pies offers a pumpkin spice pie that’s a crowd pleaser, with what they call a “cult” following.
The pie is created using the same recipe that’s been in place since 1944, but this small café is exceptional in its attention to detail. They say the crust is what makes all of the difference in their perfect pumpkin pie.
Iowa: Village Inn (Multiple Locations)
The Village Inn offers a fresh, traditional pumpkin pie. The pie specialists have shops in various locations, but you’ll always find the scratch-made pies to be exceptional no matter where you go.
A thick, hearty pie, it’s definitely a filling option after a great classic American breakfast, lunch, or dinner meal here.
Kansas: The Upper Crust Pie Bakery (Overland Park)
The Upper Crust Pie Bakery in Overland Park is noted for many things, including its beautifully decorated and handmade pies.
The pumpkin pie will not let you down here with its bold flavors and silky smooth texture that makes for a family favorite pumpkin pie.
You can buy one online for $34 and pick it up in store just a couple of days later. Although, they might be busier closer to Thanksgiving so order with more days in advance to guarantee yours.
Kentucky: Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen (Louisville)
Open since 1982, at Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen you can get a big scoop of your favorite homemade ice cream right on top of your slice of pumpkin pie baked fresh.
They make their pies like Grandma did, with lots of attention to the crust consistency. The pumpkin is a seasonal offering, and it goes fast.
Louisiana: Hub City Diner (Lafayette)
A fun 1950s diner right down to the black-and-white tile and big booths, Hub City Diner, puts pumpkin pie on the menu in the colder months.
That, along with the old-fashioned milkshakes and malts, can make for a rich, creamy dessert that makes the weekend a winner.
Maine: Two Fat Cats Bakery (Portland)
At Two Fat Cats Bakery, you can easily find pumpkin pie on the seasonal menu, and you can expect it to be freshly made using local ingredients.
The traditional is an excellent choice, but the Pumpkin Maple Whoopie Pies are hard to beat. What makes this mini pie treat so special is that it has a maple marshmallow buttercream sandwiched between two pillowy soft pumpkin cakes.
If you’re beyond curious and a trip to Maine isn’t possible now, try ordering from Gold Belly, these unique pumpkin whoopie pies are available there!
Maryland: Dangerously Delicious Pies (Baltimore)
Dangerously Delicious Pies is an easy option when you want a high-quality pie to wow your guests with homemade pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving.
You can certainly take a seat at the counter and enjoy a slice on your way home, too. The pumpkin pie here includes fresh pumpkin that’s caramelized to have a deep, rich flavor. Some say it’s life-changing.
Massachusetts: Petsi Pies (Somerville)
With both savory and sweet pies on the menu, Petsi Pies is the place to go when you want comfort food, and the pumpkin pie fits the bill.
It’s truly locally based with local, pasture-raised eggs and grass-fed milk. The cool weather is nothing when you can warm up with the spices in this pie.
Michigan: Achatz Handmade Pie Co. (Multiple Locations)
Classically spiced, the pumpkin pie at Achatz Handmade Pie Co. is an excellent choice, and the flaky, soft crust is the best part.
Their pumpkin pie is sweet and decadent, and while it can sell out quickly, it’s often back in stock right away to ensure you can take one home with you.
Minnesota: Keys Cafe & Bakery (St. Paul)
The pumpkin pie at Keys Café & Bakery has a lot of warming spices in the mix.
The location, which has been serving up fresh pies since 1973, is the place to be for lunch, dinner, and desserts.
You could even have a slice for breakfast here if you’d like. The family-owned business employs a dozen full-time bakers who bake the family's made-from-scratch recipes.
Mississippi: Primos Cafe (Jackson)
Primos Café in Jackson has been serving authentic, traditional pumpkin pie since the 1930s on their seasonal menu.
Their elegant pumpkin pie, along with the lemon icebox pie and pecan pie, are all made in-house and served until they run out, which doesn’t take too long.
Missouri: The Blue Owl Restaurant & Bakery (Kimmswick)
The Blue Owl is noted for its comfort grub, including its Levee High Apple Pie. Pumpkin is brought to the menu at the holidays, after the pumpkin harvest locally.
Pumpkin lovers will find numerous types of desserts on the menu, all are delicious and homemade with local ingredients.
Montana: Iron Horse Café & Pie Shop (Three Forks)
A home-cooked meal followed by a slice of pumpkin pie is what fits the bill at Iron Horse Café & Pie Shop. Everything here is made from scratch, and you can taste the difference.
Their seasonal pumpkin pies are only available once the local pumpkins are in, but then you have to make a decision. Their traditional pumpkin is fantastic, but there’s also a praline pecan pumpkin, and if you want even more decadence, consider the pumpkin cheesecake.
Nebraska: Vala’s (Gretna)
There’s no better place to get a fresh pumpkin pie in Nebraska than at Vala’s Pumpkin Patch & Apple Orchard. What makes them special is their homemade buttery crust and locally harvested pumpkins.
Pair that with their award-winning ciders from on-the-farm pressed apples, and you have a winning combination every time.
Nevada: Freed’s Bakery (Las Vegas)
There are several things that make the pumpkin pie at Freed’s Bakery so fantastic, and that includes the honey, the brown sugar, and the fresh spices they put into it.
The World Famous Pumpkin Pie is certainly a rich, thick, and deeply satisfying pie, one that’s sure to be on your must-have list. It's a good thing you can have it shipped to your door.
Pro tip: One smart shopping hack is to just buy the best pumpkin pie you can find instead of trying to make it from scratch. Las Vegas is one of the best places to do just that whether you're in the mood for pie or need to take one to your family gathering.
New Hampshire: Hart's Turkey Farm (Meredith)
Hart’s Turkey Farm is a Thanksgiving-year-round restaurant in a rustic tavern setting, with some of the best pumpkin pie whenever it’s in season.
They offer pumpkin, apple, and blueberry pie throughout the year and serve up family-style menus perfect for guests at your home if you cannot make it in to see them locally.
New Jersey: The Pie Store (Montclair)
The Pie Store is noted for its made-from-scratch pies, including pumpkin, key lime, and sweet apple. It’s also the type of location to visit for sweet and savory British pies.
You cannot go wrong when you pick up a freshly made pie here, especially when you get one for dinner, like their shepherd’s pie, and pair it with a pumpkin one for dessert.
New Mexico: Pie-O-Neer Pies (Pie Town)
Cool name, friendly service, fun atmosphere, and awesome pies are just a few of the statements customers make about Pie-O-Neer Pies in Pie Town.
One of the nice features here is that they do custom pies, in case you want something special, or you can host a pie party with a group of friends at their shop and make your own pies from scratch. How fun is that?
New York: Little Pie Company (New York City)
The pumpkin pie at Little Pie Company is a seasonal option, and they are exceptional. The local bakery uses fresh pumpkins along with seasonal spices ground fresh to make these. The crust is homemade and flakey to perfection.
They also encourage pumpkin pie lovers to try out the pumpkin nut bread, a perfect breakfast treat.
North Carolina: Mama Dip's Kitchen (Chapel Hill)
Mama Dip’s Kitchen offers Southern cooking at its best, and even though there’s not often room for it, you have to end your meal with some pie. The pumpkin pie is a seasonal offering here.
They make a traditional version along with a pumpkin pie casserole that’s out of this world.
North Dakota: Nichole's Fine Pastry (Fargo)
For more than 10 years, Nichole’s Fine Pastry has been making authentic pumpkin pie from its small bakery in Fargo. They follow European traditions for the crust. The filling is all about fresh spices and creamy goodness.
They make pumpkin seasonally or for special requests, and they are always a popular option here.
Ohio: Mama Jo’s Homestyle Pies (Amherst)
Mama Jo’s Homestyle Pies are known throughout the state (right alongside the buckeyes they make here!)
It’s hard to beat the dense, spicy pumpkin pie filling. They bake them fresh throughout the year always using fresh pumpkin and cinnamon.
The average price for a pie is $17.50, and you might also like to know that their pies are available in a double crust, delicious crumb topping, or fancy lattice crust.
Oklahoma: Pie Junkie (Oklahoma City)
Pie Junkie has a lot to live up to with that name, and its pumpkin pie recipe definitely does that. Homemade classics with updated recipes that incorporate fresh spices help to make this stand out.
They make pumpkin seasonally and encourage you to reserve yours in advance since they can sell quickly.
Oregon: Lauretta Jean's (Portland)
All of the desserts at Lauretta Jean’s in Portland are handmade with attention to detail and lots of love, including the seasonal pumpkin pies.
The classic pumpkin gets freshly made whipped cream on top with layers of gingersnap throughout.
Pennsylvania: Beiler's Bakery (Philadelphia)
At Beiler’s Bakery, you’ll find the best homemade donuts and other baked goods to enjoy. The pumpkin pie is a delicious option on their dessert menu.
This is a very classic pumpkin pie with not-to-over-the-top spices and a soft consistency that’s creamy.
Rhode Island: Gregg's Restaurant (Multiple Locations)
Gregg’s is the place for pumpkins in Rhode Island. Once the leaves start to turn, they crank out the goodness, including pumpkin pie, pumpkin cheesecake, and more.
Everything is scratch-made using tried-and-true recipes. It’s hard to beat the freshness when the pumpkins are locally grown.
South Carolina: Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe (Charleston)
Kaminsky’s Dessert Café knows how to do sweets, which is why you can pick up a pumpkin chai milkshake at any time.
They also offer pumpkin pie in a traditional form, pumpkin oatmeal cream pie, and pumpkin cannolis, in case you want to change things up a bit.
South Dakota: Colonial House Restaurant & Bar (Rapid City)
Seasonal pumpkin pie at Colonial House Restaurant & Bar is too good to pass up.
The location, which has long been a destination for American-style grub, offers a rich, crust-heavy pumpkin pie that’s perfect for an end-of-the-meal treat. A rich, dark, and spicy version, this pumpkin pie is very filling.
Tennessee: Pie R Square (Chattanooga)
Pie R Square is the type of location you go to for any pie craving you’re having, including options like lemon lavender chess or a maple bacon pecan.
Their pumpkin pie is made with all of the finest attention to detail, too. You could get mini pies that are about 4 inches, but you’ll definitely appreciate the bigger versions for their decadence.
Texas: Norma's Cafe (Dallas)
For home cooking, go to Norma’s Café. You’ll get a fantastic meal followed by a slice of pumpkin pie for a hearty, fill-it-up meal.
The pumpkin is only on the menu in the fall months leading up to Thanksgiving, unfortunately. However, don’t overlook the Chocolate Peanut-Butter that’s a crowd favorite.
Surprisingly, getting your pumpkin pie from this cafe might even help you keep more money in the bank over trying (and failing) to make your own.
Utah: Penny Ann's Cafe (Salt Lake City)
Penny Ann’s Café offers lots of fabulous breakfast and lunch foods. During the colder months, pumpkin pie makes it to the menu.
Everything here is made from scratch, following recipes that are decades old and reliable. The pie crust may be the secret ingredient here.
Vermont: Red Hen Baking Co. (Middlesex)
Red Hen Baking Co is noted for its pastries and bread, but it’s almost a race to see who gets a pumpkin pie before they sell out during the cold months.
Robust flavor and a thick, flaky crust help to make this pumpkin pie one of the best around.
Virginia: Mom’s Apple Pie Company (Leesburg)
Starting every October, Mom’s Apple Pie Company adds pumpkin pie to the mix (along with a rich sweet potato pie).
The fresh ingredients and roasted pumpkin make this a lavish, must-try treat. Be sure to book one for the holidays early.
Washington: A La Mode Pies (Seattle)
A La Mode Pies creates artfully unique and rich pies, those that are anything but traditional, including pumpkin spice. It’s made with a spiced pumpkin custard that’s rich and luxurious.
This is a pumpkin pie that’s so good you’ll want to savor every bite.
West Virginia: Sugar Pie Bakery (South Charleston)
Sugar Pie Bakery prepares pumpkin pie throughout the year and will make custom versions for you if you’d like.
They are noted for their attention to detail (and the perfect flaky crust), but it’s the filling that’s perfectly moist here, making this the top choice in the region.
Wisconsin: Honeypie Cafe (Milwaukee)
Honeypie Café is a retro-styled café that offers luxurious, handcrafted desserts using only local ingredients.
All of the pies, including pumpkin, are made by talented chefs who only bake in small batches to ensure consistency.
Pumpkin is a seasonal option, often added to the menu in early October. It’s certainly one that’s going to be hard to overlook, even against others like the Milwaukee Mud Pie and Salted Honey Pie.
Wyoming: Shari’s Café & Pies (Cheyenne)
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It’s a sit-down café that’s very welcoming and offers the very best in American cuisine. The pies, including the seasonal pumpkin pie, are all made from scratch and award-winning!
Bottom line
When it comes to fall and harvest time in general, pumpkin pie has to be on the menu. It's as popular before, during, and after the holidays,
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