Neighborhood Guides November 9, 2023

Scrumptious Pie Shops in the DMV Area, Just in Time for Thanksgiving!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year—it’s pie season! While we eat pies year round, Thanksgiving is when we give them a true pride of place at the table. Pumpkin, pecan, apple…they are all delicious. There’s still time to order your favorite from one of these local pie, pastry, and dessert shops in the Washington metro area – it’s a great way to support local businesses and share some love with those we care about.

 

WASHINGTON, DC

Photo courtesy of: Bread Furst Bakery

 

Fine Sweet Shoppe

225 7th Street SE Washington DC 20003

Open: Tues – Sun 9AM – 5PM

Menu 

Since 1960, this family-owned and operated shop has been well-known for its scrumptious and extensive selections. From classic sweets to a creative deli menu, this shop hits all the cravings. 

 

Rise Gluten-Free Bakery 

Adams Morgan, DC + Sterling, VA

Open: Weekdays, Mon – Friday 8AM – 4PM, Sat & Sun 8AM – 6PM

Menu

Stop by Rise Bakery for an incredible selection of gluten-free and vegan options. Their pies are made with extra love and must be ordered at least 2 days in advance before 1:45 pm. Do you know someone who always has difficulty finding delicious desserts due to dietary restrictions? We might suggest the Vegan Apple Pie – it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, and flavor-full!

 

Pie Shop 

1339 H Street NE, Washington DC 20002

Open: Wed & Thurs 12PM – 11PM, Fri 12PM – 12AM, Sat 11AM – 12AM, Sun 11AM – 10PM

Menu

Pie Shop is an independent woman-owned small business that has been baking some of DC’s favorite pies since 2010. The menu includes sweet pies, savory pies, and quiches. It’s also an independent live music venue dedicated to supporting the area’s vibrant local music & arts community. We think the whole family will love the Chocolate Pecan pie. 

 

Bread Furst Bakery

4434 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008

Open Daily 8AM – 6PM

Menu

Using local, organic ingredients, they create foods that change on a seasonal and sometimes whimsical basis! Bread Furst works with local farmers and uses only the freshest products available. 

 

MARYLAND

Photo courtesy of: Stella’s Bakery

 

Henry’s Sweet Retreat

4823 St Elmo Avenue, Bethesda 20814

Open: Mon – Thurs 11AM – 8PM,  Fri & Sat 11AM – 9PM, Sun 12PM – 8PM

Menu

Henry’s is often ranked as one of the best shops in Bethesda. At the top of our favorites is always the pie of the day, and we’ll include the quiche selections too – ham & cheese and spinach & feta, yum! 

 

Praline Bakery 

Bethesda, MD + The Wharf, DC

Open Daily: 9AM – 7PM

Menu | Pre-Order Thanksgiving Menu 

All you need is a fork and knife! Skip the hassle of cooking Thanksgiving dinner & dessert and place your order today! If you’re looking for something a little untraditional, Praline is the stop for you. Inspired by authentic French recipes, favorite selections include homemade Chicken Pot Pie and Pear Bourdaloue. Don’t stop there! There are plenty of tarts and other sweet treats to choose from. 

 

The Woodmoor Pastry Shop 

10127 Colesville Road, Silver Spring 20901

Open: Tues – Fri 6:30AM – 8:00PM, Sat 7AM – 7PM, Sun 7AM – 2:30PM

Menu

Family-owned and operated since 1954, the Woodmoor Pastry Shop is an idyllic neighborhood bakery. In addition to the handmade pies, you can find unique donuts, danishes, cakes, and breads. Their signature? The flakiest pie crust around!

 

Stella’s Bakery

11510 D Rockville Pike, Rockville 20852

Open: Tues – Fri 8AM – 5PM & Sat 9AM – 5PM

Thanksgiving Specials | Menu 

Inspired by the finest European delicacies, Stella’s Bakery has served the Rockville area for more than 16 years. Stella’s is a great stop for those looking for savory meat and vegetable pies. You’ll also find a lovely selection of tarts, classic pies, and other pastries. Orders for pick up the week of Thanksgiving – Tuesday 11/21 & Wednesday 11/22, Must be placed before Friday 11/17.

 

VIRGINIA

Photo courtesy of: Red Truck Bakery

 

Firehook Bakery 

VA + DC locations, Hours Vary

Order Online 

Serving DC and VA since 1992, you’re sure to be hooked on Firehook’s decadent selections of pies, tarts, and seasonal specialties. If you’re looking for a little something extra special, we might suggest Firehook’s Passion Fruit Meringue Tart. Certainly a crowd-pleaser!

 

Acme Pie Co. 

2803 Columbia Pike, Arlington 22204

Open: Wed – Fri 3PM – 9PM, Sat & Sun 9AM – 3PM

Menu

Acme Pie’s goal is to produce the best pies using the finest local ingredients. All of their pies are handmade from the crust to their fillings, just like how grandma makes them – if grandma was a pastry chef and made really great pies.  

 

Bakeshop

VA & DC Locations, Hours Vary

Menu | Gluten Free Menu

Opened in 2010, Bakeshop now has locations in Arlington, Falls Church, and Georgetown. Looking for Icebox pies? Search no more! Bakeshop offers a grand selection including Nutella, Peanut Butter, Coconut Cream, and Key Lime. Don’t worry, they haven’t left out our favorite classic pies – Pumpkin, Pecan, and Apple.

 

Pie Gourmet

507 Maple Ave W, Vienna 22180

Open: Mon – Fri 7AM – 7PM, Sat 9AM – 6PM,  Sun 10AM – 4PM

Thanksgiving Menu | Menu & Online Order 

A Northern Virginia favorite (and highly recommended by many of our Vienna-based agents), Pie Gourmet has been serving homemade artisan pies and baked goods since 1987. They offer a wide variety of savory pies and quiches in addition to fruit pies. Don’t forget to try out the chocolate pecan – a unique variation of the Southern classic!

 

Mom’s Apple Pie

Leesburg, Occoquan, and Round Hill Locations, Hours Vary

Menu

Stop by Mom’s for a treat that will make you think you went straight to the orchard. Mom’s grows as much of their own ingredients as possible. Their wide variety of options includes fruit, nuts, chess, custard, and cream pies. Be sure to take a look at their menu throughout the year for some fresh seasonal flavors!

 

Red Truck Bakery

Marshall and Warrenton

Open: Daily 8AM – 5PM

Billed as America’s Favorite Rural Bakery, Red Truck is a destination with cafes in Marshall and Warrenton. They offer seasonal favorites like pumpkin, apple, pecan, Virginia peanut, and sweet potato pie. They also ship nationwide. Throw in one of their cookbooks as a gift and you are all set.

 


 

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