Alaine's Green Heart Bakery
"I love getting a slice of Alaine’s organic apple pie as I walk through the market. It's pure comfort in every bite, and the textures and flavors are always spot on."
— Hannah Hernandez’s favorite
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Best Pies in Tucson (Whole or by the Slice)
With National Pie Day landing on January 23 and Pi Day on March 14, it's the perfect time to chomp down on the cozy, celebratory comfort food that'll put a smile on anyone's face. However, you don't need a holiday to try all of the delicious baked options around Tucson. For all things pie, you've come to the right place!
16 spots
— Hannah Hernandez’s favorite
Pies at Back Dough (Photo courtesy of Beyond Bread)
Back Dough
This is where all of the magic happens for Beyond Bread restaurants. Located on the side/behind Beyond Bread at Speedway and Wilmot, they're pumpin' out homemade fruit, cream, and pot pies for the masses. They even serve specialty pies! As a bonus, you can find pie at each of the Beyond Bread locations spread throughout Tucson.
Bashful Bandit Barbecue
In late 2023, Bashful Bandit Barbecue opened its doors in the former Bashful Bandit dive/biker bar on Speedway Boulevard.
"The Smoked Crack Pie tastes like some kind of amazing combination of gooey butter cake and pecan pie, and the crust is made out of cookie dough."
— Shane Reiser’s favorite
Blue Willow
2616 North Campbell AvenueMidtown
The midtown restaurant serves a "pie of the day" and they never disappoint. Pies include the likes of Coconut Cream Pie, Peach Pie, and more. Oh, and be sure to set some time aside to browse the gift shop — chances are you'll find some funky pie-related gifts there, too.
(Photo courtesy of Bread & Butter Cafe)
Bread & Butter Cafe
"It's argued that the best seat in the house is right at the counter/bar. It's the perfect opportunity to spark up a conversation with the staff, catch a whiff of whatever's being made on the griddle, and, most importantly, what type of pies they have on hand at the moment. Pay attention to the whiteboard because they have a tally of how many pies are left for the day — order a slice sooner rather than later during your visit!"
— Matt Sterner’s favoriteAlso featured in
Guide to Breakfast in Tucson
Guide to Breakfast in TucsonCup Cafe
311 E Congress St #1811Downtown
The pie selection is always rotating at the historic downtown hotel, which makes it an adventure every time you're craving something sweet and made in-house. Key Lime Pie and Coconut Cream are always a hit!
Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery/Bistro
The original entirely gluten-free bakery in Tucson, Gourmet Girls serves up everything from toast and sandwiches to pasta and pizza in an environment free from cross-contamination. This also includes pies! Pecan, pumpkin, and other delights are a sneak peek of what you'll find on their menu.
Grandma Jones' Sweet Potato Pies (Photo by Mark Whittaker)
Grandma Jones’ Sweet Potato Pies
“Did I think that when I started making pies with my grandma I would be here today? No,” said Shena McDuffie of Grandma Jones’ Sweet Potato Pies. “It was not something that I was working toward. All I can say is that it has been quite the journey and being here now has been a blessing.”
To make an order, call 520-999-1127.
Gus Balon's Restaurant
Whether you want a Butterscotch Pie or a Raspberry Pie, they're homemade daily at this neighborhood diner. Other fruit flavors include Apple, Blueberry, Cherry, Rhubarb, Peach, and Apple-cranberry.
"Some of the best breakfast in town and the pies are killer!"
Houlden's Rise Above
Houlden’s Rise Above is a dedicated vegan bakery known for its vegan treats like turnovers, flaky bear claws, creamy cheesecakes, and more. Then, on occasion, you'll find an assortment of vegan pies! Pop your head in there often because there's always something new landing on the menu.
(Photo courtesy of Ghini's French Caffe)
La Baguette Bakery
What’ll it be? Apple, Cherry, Strawberry Rhubarb? It doesn’t matter because you can’t go wrong with any of the pies from this local French-inspired bakery — it’s located inside Ghini’s French Caffe. Just follow your nose and you’ll find it!
Custom rattlesnake cake (Photo courtesy of Nadines Bakery)
Nadines Bakery
Nadines is a kosher bakery that specializes in wedding cakes and an assortment of tasty pies. Choose from classics like Apple Crumb Pie as well as the bold but light Pumpkin Chiffon Pie. When your sweet tooth kicks in, give them a visit.
Rosebud Bakery
In the historic 5 Points neighborhood, Rosebud Bakery has quickly become a popular destination for its artisanal baked goods and belly-warming coffee on Sixth Ave. The menu at Rosebud Bakery comes complete with handmade treats, sourdough bread, pastries, and slices of homemade pie — all crafted with locally sourced ingredients and heritage grains. The menu changes often so keep up with the latest online.
Sydney’s Sweet Shoppe
8963 E Tanque Verde Rd #201Tanque Verde & Sabino
Local baker, Sydney Adams’ inspiration and love for baking derives from her grandmother and the recipes nestled inside of a cookbook, which carries recipes dating back to the 1940s. Seeing the joy that her grandmother received from baking is something she shares, too.
Tooley's Cafe
Tooley’s Café sits in Tucson’s Lost Barrio, offering a cozy spot for breakfast and lunch. Its interior mixes vintage-warehouse aesthetic with reclaimed wood, chilled lighting, and a shady patio under a tall tree.
Signature dishes include the shredded turkey tacos and burritos and fluffy corn cakes. Their baking program also offers pies to-go for the holidays.
Village Bakehouse
7882 North Oracle RoadOro Valley
Village Bakehouse is no new kid on the block. The restaurant-meets-bakery that straddles Oro Valley and Tucson has served homemade goodies baked fresh daily for more than two decades. It's a confectionery oasis!
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