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! Do you prefer apple pie, classic pumpkin, mixed berry or chocolate pecan? Below are some of San Diego's best spots to pick up your favorite pies.
San Diego's Best Pie Shops
The French Oven
10299 Scripps Trail Ste. E, Scripps Ranch
www.thefrenchovenbakery.com
Thanksgiving specials include a 10" Apple Streusel Tart, Pecan Tart and Pumpkin Tart. Pre-orders available by phone or online.
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. 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. 20.
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. 21 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. 26.
Marie Callender's
6950 Alvarado Rd., San Diego
www.mariecallendersholiday.menu/sandiegoholiday
Pre-ordered pies and Thanksgiving Feasts are available for pickup Nov. 26, 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. 26.
Nutmeg Bakery
13771 Danielson St., Poway
12640 Sabre Springs Pkwy., Scripps Ranch
https://nutmegsd.com/collections/halloween
Pre-order your Thanksgiving pies by Nov. 20 for pickup at the Poway location on Nov. 26 from 8 am-2 pm. Selection includes Apple Crumble, Gluten-Free Apple Crumble, Chocolate, GF Chocolate, Pecan, GF Pecan, Pumpkin and GF Pumpkin. All pies come with a pint of homemade spiced whipped cream. *Note, Nutmeg Bakery is not a certified gluten-free facility. Cross contamination is possible.
OBrien's Boulangerie
13615 Stowe Dr., Poway
www.obriensbakerysd.com/shop
Choose from a delicous variety of seasonal pies including pecan, pumpkin, French apple and peach pistachio! www.obriensbakerysd.com/custom-cakes
Pop Pie Co.
4404 Park Blvd. #A, San Diego
4195 Voltaire St., Point Loma
829 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach
2956 Roosevelt St. #3, Carlsbad
1517 30th St., South Park
www.poppieco.com/order-now
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 pre-orders now available through Nov. 21 or until sellout. This year’s lineup: Salted Caramel Apple Crumble, Pumpkin Cream Cheese, Chocolate Pecan Chess Pie and Apple Cranberry Ginger Crumble (Vegan). Pickup Wed., Nov 26, 11am–4 pm or Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Day), 11am–1pm. Each 9” pie serves 6–8. Order on online to reserve yours today! For an earlier pickup date, call the shop nearest you.
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.
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 delicious holiday pies. Thanksgivng pie pre-orders available online through Nov. 2.
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Updated: November 2025
