Taste 17 Local Pie Shops In Texas Where Every Slice Is A Destination
Texas knows a thing or two about pies – from flaky fruit creations to decadent cream concoctions that’ll make your taste buds dance.
These local pie havens across the Lone Star State have mastered the art of crafting memorable slices worth traveling for.
Grab your fork and appetite and explore 17 pie shops where dessert isn’t just a meal finale but a full-blown destination experience.
1. Emporium Pies (Dallas/Fort Worth)
Hidden in a charming historic house, Emporium Pies serves up artisanal creations with clever names that match their bold flavors.
Their signature ‘Smooth Operator’ chocolate silk pie rests in a salty pretzel crust that perfectly balances sweet and savory.
Seasonal offerings rotate throughout the year, giving regulars something new to anticipate with each visit. The rustic-chic interior makes enjoying your slice an Instagram-worthy moment.
2. Texas Pie Company (Kyle)
Small-town charm meets big-time flavor at this Kyle institution where pies are made from scratch daily.
Visitors rave about their 5-pound Texas Trash Pie – a heavenly mishmash of chocolate chips, caramel, coconut, and pecans that’s worth every calorie.
Founded in 1988, this bakery’s cheerful yellow building has become a highway landmark. Locals swear their buttermilk pie might be the best thing you’ll ever taste in the Lone Star State.
3. House of Pies (Houston)
Midnight cravings have met their match at this 24-hour pie paradise that’s been satisfying Houstonians since 1967.
The retro diner vibe creates the perfect backdrop for sampling their famous Bayou Goo – a pecan crust filled with sweet cream cheese, vanilla custard, and chocolate chunks.
Loyal customers claim the Texas Pecan pie tastes exactly like grandma’s recipe. Even after all these years, weekend evenings still bring lines out the door.
4. Texan Cafe & Pie Shop (Hutto)
Quirky Hutto (known for its hippo statues) harbors this gem where pie-making is practically a religious experience.
Their jaw-dropping pie case displays over 30 varieties daily, from jalapeno peach to chocolate fudge pecan.
What makes this place special? The pie crust – golden, flaky, and rumored to contain a secret ingredient passed down through generations.
5. Royers Pie Haven (Round Top)
Bud Royer, the self-proclaimed “Pieman,” created this Round Top institution where pie comes first – literally. The menu encourages you to “eat dessert first” and nobody leaves without trying their legendary Texas Trash Pie or Junkberry Pie.
The unassuming building with its checkered tablecloths might look humble, but the flavor combinations inside are anything but ordinary.
6. Blue Bonnet Café (Marble Falls)
Since 1929, this Hill Country landmark has been slinging slices of heaven to travelers and locals alike.
Their meringue pies stand tall enough to cast shadows – with clouds of sweet, pillowy topping that seem to defy gravity.
The daily “Pie Happy Hour” from 3-5pm brings in crowds looking to pair coffee with a slice of their famous coconut cream or lemon meringue.
7. Koffee Kup Family Restaurant (Hico)
Truckers spread the word about this highway oasis decades ago, and pie enthusiasts have been making pilgrimages ever since.
The meringue pies tower so high they barely fit under the display case, while the fruit pies bubble with homemade filling that’s never from a can.
Founded in 1968, this family-run spot still uses recipes from the original owner’s grandmother. The coconut cream pie sells out almost every day before noon, so morning visits are strongly recommended.
8. Oxbow Bakery (Palestine)
Housed in a historic building in downtown Palestine, Oxbow has gained cult status among Texas pie aficionados.
Their buttermilk pie – creamy, tangy, and perfectly caramelized on top – has converted even the most skeptical dessert eaters.
9. Cast Iron Grill (Lubbock)
College students from Texas Tech spread the word about this unassuming Lubbock eatery where the pie display makes adults gasp like children.
Their mile-high meringue pies have achieved legendary status – with coconut, chocolate, and lemon varieties that would make grandma jealous.
A family recipe for chocolate pecan pie includes a secret splash of something special (locals suspect bourbon).
10. Love Creek Orchards / The Apple Store (Medina)
Apple pie reaches its highest form at this Hill Country orchard where the star ingredient grows just steps from the kitchen.
Their Dutch apple pie, topped with cinnamon-sugar crumble, showcases Medina’s famous apples in their most delicious incarnation.
During fall harvest, you can watch pies being made while sipping fresh apple cider.
11. Lucy’s on the Square Café / Joy Pie Shop (Celina)
Family feuds can yield delicious results, as proven by this small-town café where competing pie recipes created a destination-worthy menu.
The coconut cream pie features three forms of coconut for maximum tropical flavor, while the chocolate bourbon pecan pie might change your life.
Located on Celina’s historic square, the café still uses hand-written recipe cards from the 1940s. Each pie comes with a story about which family member created it – adding a slice of Texas history to every dessert.
12. Deutsch Apple Bakery (Blanco)
German heritage meets Texas hospitality at this Hill Country bakery where apple strudel pie combines old-world techniques with local ingredients.
Fourth-generation baker Franz Deutsch still uses his great-grandmother’s rolling pin to create the paper-thin pastry layers.
The bakery’s signature creation combines thinly sliced Fredericksburg apples, toasted pecans, and a hint of schnapps.
13. Tiny Pies (Austin)
Good things come in small packages at this Austin favorite where traditional pies are miniaturized into perfect hand-held treats.
Using recipes passed down from the owner’s grandmother, these 3-inch wonders deliver full-sized flavor in adorable packages. The Texas Two-Step pie combines pecan and chocolate in bite-sized harmony.
Creative seasonal offerings like grapefruit-honey and lavender-peach showcase local ingredients with an Austin twist that keeps the hip crowd coming back for more.
14. Fredericksburg Pie Company (Fredericksburg)
German settlers brought their dessert traditions to this historic town, and this pie shop honors that heritage with old-world precision.
Their signature peach pie features Hill Country peaches that travel less than 10 miles from orchard to crust. The owners still peel every fruit by hand and refuse to use commercial thickeners.
During peach season, lines form before opening, filled with tourists and locals alike who know that when the day’s pies are gone, they’re really gone.
15. Monument Cafe (Georgetown)
Farm-to-table philosophy extends to dessert at this Georgetown landmark where pie ingredients come from their own garden and neighboring farms.
Their chocolate meringue pie features eggs collected that morning and chocolate from a Texas chocolatier. The café’s striking white building with green trim has become as iconic as their mile-high lemon meringue.
Garden tables let you enjoy your slice while watching butterflies visit the herb garden that might have flavored your dessert.
16. Goode Company Barbeque (Houston)
Brazos Bottom Pecan Pie put this BBQ joint on the dessert map decades ago. The pie arrives in a wooden box perfect for shipping to homesick Texans, though most prefer to devour it on-site after a plate of brisket.
Dense with Texas pecans and rich with real butter and brown sugar, this pie represents Houston’s approach to dessert – straightforward, generous, and unforgettable.
17. Sugarbacon Proper Kitchen (McKinney)
Don’t let the savory name fool you – this McKinney restaurant houses a secret weapon: a pastry chef who trained in Paris before bringing European techniques to Texas pie traditions.
Their signature bourbon-apple-pecan pie combines three Texas favorites into one unforgettable slice.
Served warm with house-made vanilla bean ice cream, this pie regularly convinces diners to order dessert even when they’re already full.
