By: Shahrzad Rasekh By: Shahrzad Rasekh | November 19, 2021 | Food & Drink,
Who doesn't like pie? From blueberry to pecan or even shepherd’s, there’s a pie flavor for every preference.
Washington D.C.’s selection proves that you don’t have to be in the South to find quality pies with flaky crusts and deliciously-fresh fillings. These seven local pie shops spread all over the district offer a delectable solution to all your pie cravings.
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1339 H St NE / Website
This hip bakery offers sweet and savory pies, quiches and even some vegan options. Like your pie with a side of lie music? Some nights, Pie Shop turns into a venue and highlights local musicians. Follow the bakery on Instagram to stay up-to-date on events.
3423 M St NW / Website
Available by-the-slice and in whole pie and individual portions, Georgetown shop Pie Sisters offers dozens of exciting flavors. If sweets like cherry pie or s’mores pie aren’t your thing, check out the savory options! Pie Sisters also offers a selection of gluten- and lactose-free menu items.
1704 U St NW / Website
If you like sweet potato pie, a stop at Henry’s should be on your to-do list. While this shop only carries one flavor of pie, you just can't skip over this U Street favorite. See why Henry's “World Famous Homemade Sweet Potato” pie has earned its name.
5035 Connecticut Ave NW / Website
This neighborhood mom and pop shop offers decadent blueberry peach, double-crusted apple and strawberry rhubarb pies in a relaxed family atmosphere. Come for a cozy bite or bring some home for the family.
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1750 H St NW / Website
Located near the Renwick Gallery, this local Greek restaurant offers all sorts of Greek food and Mediterranean-inspired pie flavors. Try the Kihi cream pie or orange pie for an international twist on the America's favorite dessert.
1052 Thomas Jefferson St NW / Website
Get the “baked” in Baked & Wired with one of the artsy bakery’s decadent pies. Best known for its cupcakes—which some consider the best in town—Baked & Wired's pies won’t disappoint. Made from scratch on the daily, you've got to try the apple doublecrust, blueberry, blueberry cheesecake, cherry berry and more.
1909 Q St NW / Website
Firehook Bakery has perfected the classics, selling a traditional pecan pie and two variations of apple pie—classic and honeycrisp—which contain apples sourced from Cahoon Farms in New York. This will put grandma's recipe to the test!
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