16 Fantastic Raleigh Pie Shops According To The Locals

Are you looking for the perfect spot to get a tasty slice of pie in the Raleigh area?

I’ve scoured local Facebook groups and read countless reviews searching for the absolute best pie shops in the City of Oaks.

I’ll show you where to get Chocolate Chess Pie from a famous Raleigh Restaurant as well as what shops have mini pies so you can buy several kinds to try. 

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1 – Burney’s Sweets And More

Burney’s Sweets and More is a bright, inviting bake shop filled with cases of delicious pastries, including mini pies or whole pies. They offer over 20 pie flavors, including:

• Peanut Butter
• Million Dollar
• Lemon Meringue
• Chocolate Cream

Other baked goods you’ll find at this inviting shop include croissants, donuts, cookies, and coffee.

People especially rave about the glazed and filled croissants and the exceptional customer service.

Google review: 

“So delicious! The sugar free cheese cake is the bomb! The glazed croissants are so good!”

Burney’s Sweets and More
4500 Falls of Neuse Rd #100, Raleigh, NC 2760

2 – Slice Pie Company

The Slice Pie Company has won the State Fair Blue Ribbon Pie award and has been featured on USA Today for its fantastic pies.

To get your hands on one of their famous pies that come in over 20 flavors like Chocolate Meringue Pie, or Chocolate Pecan, you’ll have to stop at The Butcher’s Market for a whole or half pie. 

There are also restaurants in the Raleigh area that serve single slices like the Breakaway Cafe, Simple Twist, and the Village Deli & Grill.

Favorite customer flavors include:

• Key Lime
• Coconut Cream
• Dark Chocolate Truffle

One of my favorite things about the Slice Pie Company is that they will decorate the top any way you would like. For instance, you can add “Happy Birthday” on top or have it decorated for a wedding.

They deliver locally and ship nationwide and offer catering services.

Google review:

“This is the best pie ever!!! I tried them out in Raleigh and was so impressed, I sent 9 pies home to family in California when we had to miss the holidays with them this year. They were so impressed! I think we officially started the following in Cali.”

Slice Pie Company

3 – Bean Traders Coffee Roasters

Bean Traders Coffee Roasters believes in using Fair Trade coffee beans and locally sourced ingredients for their baked goods. 

Their Master Roaster has over 18 years of experience, and they only hire rigorously trained Baristas to brew your espresso and coffee beverages.

You can also get bagels, scones, waffles, and of course, a nice slice of pie.

Pie flavors include:

• Chocolate Mousse with whip cream
• Nutella Banana Cream Pie
• Blueberry Lemonade
• Blueberry Almond Pie Bars

Google review:

“Since moving to the triangle area in 2015, I’ve been to Bean Traders well over a thousand times. Simply put, this is one of the best local businesses in the area. Their coffee, pastries, pies, beans, tea – really anything on their menu – is phenomenal.”

Bean Traders Coffee Roasters
105 W Nc 54 Hwy #249, Durham, NC 27713

4 – Bakery La Dolce Vita

This Italian bakery makes any kind of pastry you could desire and specializes in New York-style baked goods. 

Their pies range in price from $14-$22 and include every flavor you can imagine, including: 

• Peanut Butter
• Chocolate Chess
• Strawberry
• Coconut Custard

Customers also rave about their Lobster Tails, Carrot Cake, and Crumb Cake. They even offer 32 flavors of Hershey’s ice cream in their store.

Google review:

“I love this little gem! They have a great selection of food, and you can tell it’s all homemade. Great family business.”

Bakery La Dolce Vita
14460 Falls of Neuse Rd #165, Raleigh, NC 27614

5 – Bonafide Bakeshop & Cafe

Located in Apex, Bonafide Bakeshop offers a Bakery plus breakfast, lunch, and dinner items like sandwiches and salads. 

Tasty pie flavors change daily but might include:

• Vegan Lemon Meringue
• Espresso Chess
• Vegan Chocolate Cream
• Double Crust Apple

You can order the whole pie or just a slice. 

And grab a sandwich while you’re there, like the Mediterranean Eggplant Sandwich or the Roast Beef Sandwich.

Google review:

“It is… amazing okay? The chairs are comfy. The music is just on point. The food!! Fairly priced, delicious, and the portion is just right to fill you up but not be heavy. The beyond florentine sandwich with a vegan sausage was SO good! Can’t wait to try all their baked sweets😍”

Bonafide Bakeshop & Cafe
1232 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27502

6 – The Bake Shoppe

Located on Main Street in Wake Forest, The Bake Shoppe offers traditional American and European specialties baked fresh daily like croissants, cupcakes, donuts, and of course, pie. 

Pie flavors change but may include:

• Apple
• Chocolate Chess
• Chicken Pot Pie
• Banana Coconut Cream

Other tasty items to try here include Almond Croissants, Chocolate Muffins, and Apple Strudel.

Google review:

“Delicious!!! Come here for everything homemade & large portions! Sweets galore, clean and super friendly staff! A rare find!!”

The Bake Shoppe
2010 S Main St #404, Wake Forest, NC 27587

7 – Once In A Blue Moon Bakery & Cafe

Once In A Blue Moon offers an inviting spot for American breakfast & lunch. They serve sandwiches, fantastic Hot Cocoa, and several kinds of delectable desserts. 

Their cozy shop in Cary is not only loved by the locals, but people drive from all over the Raleigh area for their wedding cakes and birthday cakes.

Pie flavors there include:

• Key Lime
• Vegan Pumpkin
• Mixed Berry
• Apple Crumb

Google review:
“Got some pies for my husband’s birthday and everyone loved them. We tried some from another location last year and these are WAY better. My vegan family members ate all of the vegan pumpkin pie in 2 days and there is only 2 of them! They highly recommended it.”

Once In A Blue Moon Bakery & Cafe
115 W Chatham St STE G, Cary, NC 27511

8 – Hayes Barton Cafe

Located in the 5 points neighborhood, Hayes Barton Cafe is an upscale restaurant with an old-fashioned vibe. 

Prices at this diner are slightly higher than other restaurants in the area, but customers rave about their entrees, dessert, and customer service. 

Portions are large, and you can get dinner items like meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and green beans with a basket of cornbread and biscuits. 

One of their most-loved sweet treats is their Caramel Apple Pie if you can save room for dessert.

Pie flavors rotate daily and include:

• Key Lime Pie
• Caramel Apple Pie
• Chocolate Pecan Pie
• Bourbon Pecan Pie

Google review:
“This is the best restaurant in Raleigh. We have been eating here for years and shared many special occasions with friends and family. The owners and staff are some of the best you can hope to meet.”

Hayes Barton Cafe
2000 Fairview Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608

9 – Winston’s Grill

Winston’s Grille serves upscale American Fare like Baby Back Ribs, London Broil, and Grilled Tuna Sandwiches.

But be sure to get a slice of pie before you go. They are known for their Key Lime Pie.

They also offer several other delicious desserts and even make their own ice cream in several flavors.

You can order a whole Key Lime Pie if you give them around a day to prepare it for you. The cost is around $25.

Google review:
“Winston’s is my best chill place. After a totally awful day this is where I love to go and unwind to get some of the best food, in a warm and relaxing environment with good music and some of the best service around.”

Winston’s Grill
6401 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615 

10 – Cutie Pies of Raleigh

Cutie Pies is a gem on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh. And I love that they sell both whole pies and mini pies. 

Their cute, delicious mini pies are sold for around $3.00. 

Pie flavors include:

• Chocolate Chess Pie
• Lemon Chess Pie
• Pecan Pie
• Key Lime Pie
• Pumpkin Pie
• Rum Coconut Chocolate Chess Pie
• Blueberry Pie

Customers also rave about their coffee, cookies, and cannoli.

Google review:
“My girlfriend and I love coming and getting a treat on weekends, it’s a perfect place to get a cup of good coffee and really good cookie or cannoli. It’s always clean and the staff are always as nice as can be. They have ice cream to serve with their amazing pies.”

Cutie Pies of Raleigh
1213 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603

11 – Nancy Jo’s Homemade of Raleigh

You can get Nancy Jo’s Homemade goods at the NC State Farmer’s Market or at their store in Clayton.

Nancy Jo makes everything from scratch from local NC ingredients whenever possible.

She sells cakes, lemon bars, cheese straws, cookies, brownies, toffee, and more.

Pie flavors include:

• Lemon Chess Pie
• Southern Pecan Pie
• Chocolate Chess Pie
• Coconut Chess Pie

At the Clayton location, you can also get lunch Monday – Friday from 11 – 3. Items on the menu include hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ, and sandwiches.

Google review:

“It’s a great spot for lunch! My family loves going here! We always spend way too much money on pastries and it’s worth every penny! Try the Rum Cakes, if you don’t your cheating yourself.”

Nancy Jo’s Homemade of Raleigh
1209 Agriculture St, Raleigh, NC 27603

12 – Premier Cakes

Many claim that Premier Cakes makes the best cake in Raleigh. They are a popular place to get wedding and birthday cakes.

But don’t forget that they also have stellar pie.

Pie flavors include:

• Sis Gal’s Coconut Pie
• Bo’s Sweet Potato Pie
• Key Lime Pie
• Cheesecake Pecan Pie
• Lemon Chess Pie
• Pumpkin Pie
• Fruit Pies

Other treats in their store include tiramisu, flan, bread pudding, cupcakes, and cheesecake.

Google review:

“I love this little gem! They have a great selection of food, and you can tell it’s all homemade. Great family business.”

Premier Cakes
6617 Falls of Neuse Rd #105, Raleigh, NC 27615

13 – Groovy Duck Bakery

Groovy Duck Bakery specializes in muffins, but they have several flavors of delicious pies like:

• Dark Cherry Pie
• Apple Pie
• Pumpkin Pie
• Pecan Pie

While you’re there, pick up a muffin and a cup of coffee.

They have over 50 tempting muffin flavors like Mocha Toffee Crunch and Orange Creamsicle, and their coffee is first-rate.

They also get rave reviews for their wedding cakes.

Google review:

“This is an awesomely cute and delicious local bakery. They offer a variety of muffins, cookies and cakes. I had a spiced pear muffin and it was the best muffin I’ve ever had!”

Groovy Duck Bakery
3434 Edwards Mill Rd #110, Raleigh, NC 27612

14 – Side Street Restaurant

This quaint restaurant has been in the historic Oakwood neighborhood since 1979. It’s a local favorite and a great meeting spot for all of the neighbors. 

It’s only one block from the State Capitol, so it’s the perfect place to stop for lunch and dessert when you’re exploring downtown Raleigh.

The sandwiches are large and delicious, and they have phenomenal desserts, including lemon bars, bread pudding, and slices of pie.

Pie flavors include:

• Black Bottom Pecan Pie
• Key Lime Pie
• Fudge Pie
• Lemon Coconut Pie

Google review:

“Excellent sandwiches, salads and quiche. Personal service with great attitudes. Always a fun experience.” Don’t skip the desserts! They are fabulous!

Side Street Restaurant
225 N Bloodworth St, Raleigh, NC 27601

15 – Angus Barn

The Angus Barn is an upscale steakhouse in a huge, barnlike setting.

It’s a Raleigh icon that serves fresh seafood, locally grown vegetables, aged steaks, and amazing desserts.

It’s on the pricey side, but many people enjoy going here for a special occasion. Luckily, my husband’s work has hosted two Christmas parties here because otherwise, it probably wouldn’t be in our budget.

They have several flavors of scrumptious pies on their menu, including their award-winning Chocolate Chess Pie. Seriously, people, this pie is a North Carolina treasure!

Other pie flavors on the menu include:

• Southern Pecan Pie
• Frozen Key Lime Pie
• Sawdust Pie
• Chocolate Chess Pie

You can even pick up a whole pie for just $20 at their country store, where they also sell their homemade BBQ sauce and other popular food items from the restaurant.

Google review:
“My wife and I love this place. The service is amazing from the moment you walk in and leave. We have made this our go to spot for special occasions. All the food is always perfect and the desserts are delicious.”

Angus Barn
9401 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27617

16 – Whiskey Kitchen

Whiskey Kitchen is a hip restaurant in downtown Raleigh featuring Southern fare, whiskey & craft cocktails. 

The food and cocktails are fantastic, but Whiskey Kitchen is also known for its Shoo Fly Pie. 

You can purchase a slice while you are there or order a whole pie to pick up. Just give them a day or two to get your order ready.

Or, if you love baking, take advantage of the recipe their chef gave out. Get the recipe for Whiskey Kitchen’s Shoo-Fly Pie here.

Google review:
“Great place! I loved it! The food was absolutely amazing. We sat at the bar and the bartender was fabulous! Recommended drinks and food. We will definitely be back on our next trip to Raleigh!”

Whiskey Kitchen

201 W Martin St, Raleigh, NC 27601

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