Whether you’re planning a cozy Thanksgiving gathering or simply indulging in a seasonal sweet craving, Los Angeles is home to a pie scene as diverse and delightful as the city itself. From flaky classics to globally inspired takes, these standout bakeries and pie shops have you covered.
Valerie Confections – Glendale
Valerie Gordon’s pie game is a step above the rest. Known for her elevated seasonal selections, Gordon’s menu changes frequently based on what’s fresh and inspiring. Right now, she’s offering spiced Pink Lady apple pies and nutmeg-dusted pumpkin. Early birds can also enjoy breakfast hand pies filled with scrambled eggs, ham, and Swiss.
Cake Monkey Bakery – North Hollywood
Don’t let the name fool you. Cake Monkey is a pie haven all year round. Their brown butter pecan pie is a bestseller, but seasonal stars like blueberry lemon with frangipane crust and the gluten-free chocolate cake pudding pie shine during the holidays. Can’t choose between pumpkin and pecan? Try their hybrid “best of both worlds” pie.
The Gourmet Cobbler Factory – Pasadena
This family-run gem focuses on two things and does them incredibly well: pies and cobblers. Using locally sourced fruit, their cobblers and pies come in a range of sizes and flavors like peach, lemon meringue, and mixed berry. Plan ahead because their holiday inventory tends to sell out quickly.
Doubting Thomas – Historic Filipinotown
Pastry chef Naomi Shim crafts some of the most beautifully balanced pies in town. The passion fruit pie, Dutch pear-apple with pomegranate, and brown butter chocolate ganache pecan pie are highlights. Limited slices are available in-house, so pre-order for guaranteed satisfaction.
The Pie Room – Beverly Hills
Curtis Stone transformed his former fine dining spot, Maude, into a refined Aussie-style pie shop. For Thanksgiving, selections include salted caramel apple, banoffee cream, and buttery Parker House rolls. It’s an upscale twist on a comforting classic.
Fat + Flour – Downtown LA & Culver City
Nicole Rucker’s cult-favorite bakery churns out knockout pies like chocolate chess, Key lime, and banana cream. Order online to skip the rush—this is a hot ticket during the holiday season.
The Apple Pan – West LA
A true LA landmark, The Apple Pan serves up dreamy cream pies in coconut, banana, and chocolate alongside apple and pecan standards. Whole pies are available to go, but they go quickly—order ahead to avoid disappointment.
Helms Bakery – Culver City
Chef Sang Yoon’s newly opened bakery is a stunner. While the savory menu impresses, don’t skip the cherry pie made with three kinds of Michigan cherries, cherry liqueur, and red wine. It’s holiday magic in a crust.
27th Street Bakery – South LA
A community staple since 1956, 27th Street Bakery is beloved for its pecan, pumpkin, and sweet potato pies. Family-run for three generations, this spot gets swamped around the holidays. Order now or risk missing out.
Southern Girl Desserts – Baldwin Hills
Food Network-approved and flavor-packed, Southern Girl Desserts offers lemon icebox, sweet potato pecan, German chocolate, and more. Each pie is a celebration of heritage and flavor.
Crustees – View Park-Windsor Hills
Crustees delivers on sweet and savory fronts. Alongside sweet potato, peach, and Key lime pies, you’ll find hearty pot pies with chicken, chili cheese, or shepherd’s fillings—all with buttery short-crust perfection.
Gwen’s Specialty Cakes – Crenshaw
A local favorite for over two decades, Gwen’s pies come in full or mini sizes with options like apple, sweet potato, and pecan. It’s an old-school experience where quality and hospitality take center stage.