Where To Find The Best Apple Pie In Each State

Across the country, we'll all debate about the best kind of pie — whether that's a Southern buttermilk pie, a classic coconut cream, or something as simple as pumpkin — with everyone offering their own opinion around the Thanksgiving table. But when the turkey gets put away and it's time for dessert, there's one pie that's pretty hard to argue with, no matter where you're from: a good, old-fashioned apple pie.

Though nothing is quite as quintessentially American (or as quintessentially pie) as apple pie, there are a fair few ways to make it: Crumb-topped, caramel-drizzled, lattice-covered, double crusted, or deep fried, the options are deliciously close to endless — you can even bake one in the air fryer. And then there are the apples themselves. Is MacIntosh best, or should you use sweet Honeycrisp or tart Granny Smiths? 

There are a million ways to make an amazing apple pie, and across the 50 states, Americans have very strong opinions on where to find the best one. From humble roadside stops to family-owned bakeries to longtime local institutions, these are the spots across the country that kept coming up when the question was: Where can we find the best apple pie?

In Alabama, you'll find that everyone's favorite apple pie is actually their own ... or their grandma's, or their friend's grandma's. But many can agree that Continental Bakery in Birmingham makes a mean apple pie. The bakery has been around for more than 40 years, and is raved about for their pie, in addition to other breads and pastries. Theirs is unique thanks to the addition of sour cream, and stays tart and savory with Granny Smith apples and a butter crust.

continental-bakery.com

(205) 870-5584

1909 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL 35223

Despite not having lush apple orchards, Anchorage is home to some super popular apple pie, specifically at A Pie Stop. This family-owned shop serves up apple and Dutch apple pies, both of which are frequently recommended. Reviews praise the flaky homemade crusts and the apple filling for being perfectly stewed, without being overly sweet or spiced.

apiestop.com

(907) 677-7437

3020 Minnesota Drive, Suite 1A, Anchorage, AK 99503

Amongst a surprising amount of competition, PIEfection bakery seems to be aptly named, as customers rave about its near-perfect pies — the shop has won choice awards for five consecutive years. They're all from scratch, including a classic Country Apple made with tart Granny Smith apples and a flaky butter crust, plus caramel apple and French crumb versions. A recent customer even ranked the gluten-free version of its Country Apple the best apple pie they'd ever had.

piefectionaz.com

(480) 218-7437

6731 E Brown Road, Suite 104, Mesa, AZ 8520

Real foodies know that sometimes, the best eats come from unassuming roadside stops. Ms. Lena's Roadside Pies is only open a few days a week, but people flock to this humble shop during that window to load up on baked goods — namely, apple pie. From fried apple hand pies, sour cream apple pie, and classic apple pie with the perfectly crisp and doughy lattice crust, this is the place for a (long-coveted) family recipe apple pie.

facebook.com/Ms-Lenas-Pie-Shop

(870) 998-1385

2895 AR-33, De Valls Bluff, AR 72041

What started as a humble fruit stand is now a booming marketplace that was named the No. 1 Best Pie Shop in the country by USA Today in 2026. The family-owned Ikeda's sells apple pies (classic and crumb-topped Dutch) made with apples from their own 40-acre orchards, and it's so delicious that owner Ikeda names it firmly the second most popular order — just behind their peach pie. One YouTuber describes their Dutch apple as so good, it's "criminal."

ikedas.com

(530) 885-4243

13500 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603

Among the 25 core flavors on the menu at Granny Scott's Pie Shop, there are three apple variations, and one of them is considered the most popular. Dutch apple is the crowd favorite, though caramel apple and classic apple are far from forgotten. A perfect balance of spices and a flaky, handmade crust have made it a local legend for over 30 years. This shop also earns points for fantastic gluten-free pies as well.

grannyscotts.com

(303) 986-6240

3333 S Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80227

More than eight generations of love go into the Hi-Top apple pie sold at Connecticut's Lynman Orchards, and they aren't slowing down anytime soon. Though this sprawling orchard has you-pick apples, homemade ice cream, and even a golf course, they're still hand-baking these pies, available fresh, frozen and pre-baked, or even for shipping. What makes this pie so drool-worthy could be the fact that it's piled high with more than two whole pounds of freshly peeled apples in each.

lymanorchards.com

(860) 349-6000

32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, CT 06455

While people say nothing's more American than apple pie, it turns out that apple pie is not everyone's favorite. But one poll confirms that out of all the states, Delaware's got the highest percentage of apple pie lovers around. And those pie lovers find their favorite slice at Bing's Bakery in Newark. The apple pie here caters to everyone, including a crumb-topped option, and a classic pastry top. This might be a perfect pie recipe, as it has stood the test of time: Bing's is the oldest bakery in the whole state.

bingsbakery.com

(302) 737-5310

253 E Main St, Newark, DE 19711

Despite no longer having a storefront shop, Mixed Fillings Pie Shop is so delicious, it still gets recommended as the best apple pie you'll find in Jacksonville and beyond. The aptly named Apple of my Eye pie is stuffed sky-high with apple filling and has a walnut streusel topping, adding a buttery, nutty crunch to the tart interior, atop a handmade buttery crust. The shop has been named among the top 10 pie shops in the country by USA Today.

mixedfillingspieshop.com

(904) 619-6455

440 W Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Ellijay is known as the Apple Capital of Georgia, and there, the family-owned R&A Orchards is one of its most popular stops. With more than 60 acres of orchard, there are plenty of fresh apples for pies with a singular, farm-fresh flavor — the pies don't even need added sugar. In true Southern spirit, though, these pies are fried, golden, and wonderfully flaky.

randaorchards.com

(706) 273-3821

5505 Highway 52 E, Ellijay, GA 30536

Hawaiian Pie Co.in Kalihi has built a loyal following for its caramel apple pie specifically, not just pie in general. In Honolulu Magazine's 2025 staff roundup, the outlet's photographer called it "the best version of caramel apple we've had in a pie," praising the crust in particular. It's so popular, it's the only pie that gets baked fresh daily at the shop.

hawaiianpieco.com

(808) 988-7828

508 Waiakamilo Road, Honolulu, HI 96817

The notoriously bustling Boise Pie Company has a large, rotating list of flavors, but classic apple and salted caramel apple are sold daily. Made with tart Granny Smith apples and plenty of cinnamon-y sweetness, it's a local favorite. Even the gluten-free apple pies garner high praise, with many claiming it the best they've ever had.

boisepieco.net

(208) 515-6703

1216 N Orchard St, Boise, ID 83706

At Chicago's Hoosier Mama Pie Company, its classic apple pie isn't seasonal, it's the one pie the bakery refuses to stop making. The apple is so good, owner Paula Haney told Fox News that "there would be a riot" if the shop stopped selling it. A flaky, buttery, very particularly crafted pie crust is the shop's hallmark, and they're loaded with locally grown Granny Smith suffused with flavor, including from Chinese five spice.

hoosiermamapie.com

(312) 243-4846

1618 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

A woman-owned bakery that began as a pop-up is home to Indiana's best apple pie. The apple crumble flavor is Pots & Pans Pie Co.'s first ever pie, though they've now expanded well beyond the classic. Though the menu features more, this brown sugar-crusted, extra buttery, tart pie is one fans will drive hours to order, while locals wish they could keep it a coveted gem forever.

potsandpansindy.com

(317) 600-3475

4915 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205

In the middle of suburban Urbandale sits Iowa Orchard, a family-run apple orchard and bakery that's been slinging pies since the 1970s. Its Dutch Crumb Apple is by far the bakery's biggest seller, with fresh apples layered beneath a flaky, handmade crust and buttery-sweet streusel topping. The bakery makes around 15,000 handmade pies a year, as Iowans have made this one a fall tradition for decades.

iowaorchard.com

(515) 276-0852

9875 Meredith Drive, Urbandale, IA 50322

Upper Crust started as a farmers market tent, and it's since earned a title as Kansas's best pie from Food & Wine. The Overland Park bakery still proudly uses family recipes, including its classic apple, which gets a very fall-forward warmth from nutmeg. A variety of apple flavors are usually available, including classic, apple crumb, caramel apple, and even a blackberry apple variation.

uppercrustpiebakery.com

(913) 642-2999

7943 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, KS 66204

Locals are quick to recommend Kentucky's Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen for apple pie, with options including double crust apple, Dutch apple, and caramel-topped Dutch apple. Of course, everything — from the buttery crust to the sticky-sweet caramel icing — is homemade, using the original family recipes of the shop owners from 1982. Now under new ownership, this spot is so renowned for its pies that it's expanded to six locations across the state.

piekitchen.com

(502) 893-3303

3737 Lexington Road, Louisville, KY 40207.

At Buttermilk Sky Pie, the apple pie is the warm, cozy kind you'd expect from Grandma's kitchen, which is why they call it Granny's Pie. Made with a shortbread crust, heaps of cinnamon, Granny Smith apples, and brown sugar crumble on top, it's sweet apple comfort in every bite.

buttermilkskypie.com

(337) 235-4442

454 Heymann Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503

The best apple pies mix and match different apples, and at the famous Two Fat Cats bakery in Portland, Maine, they know vert well. Local MacIntosh and Cortland apples fill the classic Maine apple pie here, which is also made with real butter, local eggs, and from-scratch crust that built the shop's reputation.

twofatcatsbakery.com

(207) 347-5144

195 Lancaster St, Portland, ME 04101

It's unique enough to be a rock-and-roll themed pie shop, but Dangerously Delicious Pies also stands out for having a knockout apple pie — Bobby Flay even said so. Choose from a regular apple or apple crumb with an oat, brown sugar, and caramel topping. Though this music-venue-pie-shop hybrid is a local staple, the storefront is closing, and the pies will be sold at farmer's market, as the owners focus on committing to fresh ingredients.

dangerouspies.com

(410) 805-7841

Even with multiple locations across the state, Massachusetts locals frequently recommend Petsi Pies for a fantastic slice of apple-y, cinnamon-y goodness. With more than two decades of business, the shop was listed amongst the Boston Globe's best bakeries in Boston. While classic apple pie is offered (featuring tart Cortland and Granny Smith apples), there's also an apple crumb version with buttery topping, a seasonal salted caramel apple, and even a vegan apple pie option.

petsipies.com

(617) 661-7437

285 Beacon St, Somerville, MA 02143

Though Traverse City is known as the cherry capital of the world, home to a massive summer cherry festival, there are plenty of incredible apples being grown in the area as well. At Grand Traverse Pie Company, the famous Apple Mountain Top Pie is stuffed with cinnamon oats and locally grown Northern Spy Michigan Apples. Don't stop there, though, because this spot makes at least four other apple pie variations, including one with caramel and pecans.

gtpie.com

(248) 458-0322

1446 W Maple Road, Troy, MI 48084

Take the Pieway to Heaven and experience the best apple pie in Minnesota, complete with a dreamy crust made of cinnamon rolls (!). At Pieway to Heaven, a cinnamon roll-topped apple pie is what the Star Tribune writers called a "showstopper," thanks to its visual appearance and a twice-baked crust made with quality local butter. But there is equal praise for the shop's salted caramel apple pie with streusel topping; as well as a classic apple pie option, plus, perfectly-portioned apple pie bites.

pieway-to-heaven.square.site

(952) 201-6291

6820 W 175th Ave, Eden Prairie, MN 55346

A less-than-glamorous, unassuming corner of a shopping center is where you can find some of the best fried apple hand pies in Mississippi. The old-school-looking Tom's Fried Pies gets visitors from across the country who want to try the hot, perfectly gooey and crispy fried apple pies that they've been making from scratch since 2009.

tomsfriedpies.com

(769) 257-7351

1201 US 49 Suite 18, Richland, MS 39218

You've probably never seen a pie quite like the Blue Owl Bakery's famous Levee High Apple Pie. This towering, dome-topped pie is completely stuffed to the brim with 18 apples. There's a regular version, and one that is coated with caramel and pecans on the outside. It's not just a tasty slice, either. The apples inside the pie visually represent the town's levee on the Mississippi River, when sliced and viewed as a cross-section. The caramel and pecans in that version represent the mud and rocks of the river. The pie was created by owner Mary Hostetter as a remembrance of the Great Flood of 1993.

theblueowl.com

(636) 464-3128

6116 Second St, Kimmswick, MO 63053

Locally sourced ingredients, a family recipe, and from-scratch crust are usually ingredients for great apple pie, and at Loula's, that's reality. The lattice crust, made with shortening and sprinkled with sugar crystals, is a hallmark of a Loula's pie. The apple interior is perfectly gooey, thanks to the addition of tapioca, while a generous filling of fresh apples gives the pie plenty of texture and flavor. 

loulaswhitefish.com

(406) 862-5614

300 2nd St East, Whitefish, MT 59937

Since 1996, Stauffer's Cafe has been a cozy breakfast spot, known for its gleaming pie case and warm service. The apple pie is as comforting as the ambiance here. A light and buttery crust with the perfect amount of cinnamon and sugar keeps the filling sweet and thick, and not too runny. There's classic apple, caramel apple, Dutch apple, and even a cinnamon roll apple pie behind the case.

staufferscafe.net

(402) 423-2206

5600 S 48th St, Suite 105, Lincoln, NE 68516

Family-owned for more than two decades, Pies Unlimited is certainly aptly named. Fruit pies galore, cream pies, reduced-sugar variations, and even mini-sized pies are baked fresh daily at this Las Vegas stop. Of course, they nail a classic. Apple pie and crumb apple are two raved about favorites, including the to-go apple pies the shop stocks in nearby Ace Hardware stores. Trust the fans, who are quick to recommend them.

piesunlimited.com

(702) 433-7437

2465 W Craig Road, Las Vegas, NV 89032

At DeMeritt Hill Farm in Lee, New Hampshire, the apple pie comes with a closely guarded family recipe, as most great apple pies do. Baker Diana Russell has been making pies by hand at the farm for more than 20 years, using cold butter to get that flaky texture, and a mix of Macintosh and Cortland apples, plus cinnamon, apple pie spice, and nutmeg for that warm, homey flavor. Sprinkled with coarse sugar for an extra sweet finish, these pies regularly sell out.

demeritthillfarm.com

(603) 868-2111

20 Orchard Way, Lee, NH 03861

Mackey's Orchard in Belvidere takes the name Mile High Apple Pie very seriously. Its signature, double-crusted pie is packed with more than 5 pounds of apples, making for a slice of pie that is as tall as it is flavorful. For almost 10 generations, this family farm has been making apple pies, and if a sky-high pie isn't what you're craving, they've also got an apple crisp pie and apple crumb pie.

mackeysorchard.com

(908) 475-1507

284 County Road 519, Belvidere, NJ 07823

In New Mexico, there's a whole town dedicated to pie, named accordingly: Pie Town. And, also in that state, it's a plus if you add spice to your apple pie — not warm spice, but real spice. So, the Gatherin' Place II's green chile apple pie is a particularly New Mexican take on the classic, combining sweet apples with the state's famous spicy pepper for the ideal, subtle kick of heat in every bite.

gatherinplaceii.com

(575) 772-2909

5603 US Highway 60, Pie Town, NM 87827

According to New York's famous Little Pie Company, their apple pie is actually the one that "put us on the map." Made with sour cream and walnuts and stacked sky-high with Granny Smith apples, it's no wonder this one stands out from the fierce competiton throughout the state.

littlepiecompany.com

(212) 736-4780

424 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036

Raleigh, North Carolina's Slice Pie Company was named amongst Southern Living's most legendary Southern pie shops. And, apple pie is certainly one of the pies they do well — the shop won North Carolina State Fair's Blue Ribbon for its apple pie, complete with a signature biscuit-like crust and three pounds of locally grown apples for the filling.

slicepiecompany.com

(984) 296-2194

1326 E Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27609

You might not have ever gotten a life-changing pie at a gas stop, but in North Dakota, the Tower Travel Center sells what many call the best pie in the state. Guests love the caramel apple crumb pies, in particular, for the perfectly spiced and not overly sweet filling with buttery crumb topping. 

(701) 749-6000

Exit 307, Interstate 94, Tower City, ND 58071

Caramel, Dutch apple, caramel apple nut, cranberry-apple, apple dumpling, and even sugar-free apple are among the many apple pie variations offered at Patterson Fruit Farm. It's safe to say this spot knows apples, especially with more than 15 varieties growing across its orchards. But the Dutch apple is a particular fan favorite, topped with a family recipe crumb topping that gives each bite a little extra sweetness and crunch.

pattersonfarm.com

(440) 729-1964

11414 Caves Road, Chesterland, OH 44026

Pie Junkie in Oklahoma City is one frequently recommended when the topic of great apple pie comes up. The shop's classic apple, apple crumble, and salted bourbon caramel apple pies aren't filled with the syrupy, molten-like pie filling you'd find from a can. The Granny Smith apples are stacked high, and sweetened with cinnamon and sugar for a fruit-forward, non-liquidy bite. 

piejunkie.com

(405) 605-8767

1711 NW 16th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73106

When it comes to pies, this is the Portland stop that usually has a line out the door. Lauretta Jean's beloved Heirloom Apple pie is made with one-of-a-kind Old World apple varieties that are rarely seen in grocery stores. This, plus its crisp flaky crust, is what gives the homey, rustic pie its signature, unique flavor.

laurettajeans.com

(503) 235-3119

3402 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202

At Bingham's Family Restaurant, the apple pie is the ideal old-fashioned diner dessert you'd want to find on a road trip. The lattice-topped slice is filled with tender, warm-spiced apples and a flaky, buttery crust that holds it all up without getting soggy. The portions are certainly generous, so make sure you save some room for a slice.

binghamsfamilyrestaurant.com

(570) 222-6666

6092 PA-92, Kingsley, PA 18826

The apple pie at Gregg's Restaurant & Bar has been voted the best in Rhode Island, and one look at it can tell you why. The restaurant's famous Mile High apple pie is made with 5 pounds of cinnamon and nutmeg-spiced apples, and gets a homemade crust sprinkled with sanded sugar, baked to sugary-sweet perfection.  

greggsusa.com

(401) 831-5700

1303 N Main St, Providence, RI 02904

Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop in Greenville brings a little family history to its Granny's Apple pie, which is based on a traditional recipe passed down through generations. Sliced apples are tossed with sugar and spice, before getting a generous layer of brown sugar topping that bakes into a crunchy top crust.

buttermilkskypie.com

(864) 203-3370

2222 Augusta St, Suite 9, Greenville, SC 29605

Queen City Bakery has built its reputation inside a charming, old brick building in downtown Sioux Falls. According to customers, their seasonal apple pie is often named as one the area's best desserts, baked into a flaky, all-butter crust with apples they've traveled far and wide to select. 

queencitybakery.com 

(605) 274-6060 

324 E 8th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

The Apple Barn in Sevierville has been growing apples since 1972. Now the orchard has its own dedicated Cider Bar, where fresh apple pies, like the raved-about caramel-nut apple pie and other handmade pies, are found. That's also where the real star of the show is made: hot, fried apple pies that are turned out by hand, daily.

applebarncidermill.com 

(865) 453-9319 

230 Apple Valley Road, Sevierville, TN 37862

When looking at the most popular pie in every state, you'll find pecan pie under Texas' favorite. But that doesn't mean great apple pie is hard to find. At Love Creek Orchards, go for the Grand Champion Apple Pie, stuffed with 5 pounds of Hill Country-grown apples that make it a statewide favorite.

lovecreekorchards.com 

(830) 200-0302 

14024 TX-16 N, Medina, TX 78055

The apple pie at Pie Fight is worth, well, fighting over. This shop specializes in hand pies, and its apple crumble is one of the flavors that is frequently recommended. The perfectly buttery, flaky-crusted, salted caramel-filled pies are baked by hand in their small, grab-and-go storefront.

thepiefight.com

(385) 528-1184

937 E 900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84105 

Vermont Apple Pie Bakery has been making homemade pies for decades, and its namesake apple pie is the reason the quaint, charming, and family-run spot has earned such a big following. The bakery uses Vermont-grown apples for a perfectly balanced, slightly tart filling, with an ideally flaky-textured, scratch-made crust.

Facebook.com/vermontapplepie

(802) 554-0040

265 Depot St, Proctorsville, VT 05153

While everyone thinks their mom's apple pie is the best, everyone in Virginia thinks that Mom's Apple Pie Company is the best. Here, the apple pie is made from family-grown fruits and, actually, a dad's family recipe, not a mom's. Minimal added sugar and zero preservatives are added to the pies, and knowing how popular the pies are, that speaks to how truly delicious the fruit and crust are, too.

momsapplepieco.com

(703) 771-8590

220 Loudoun St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

The owner of Seattle's A La Mode Pies set out specifically to make the best apple pie in town, and consensus is that they accomplished that goal. The bakery's French apple pie is particularly popular, pairing tart Washington-grown apples with a signature all-butter crust and sweet crumbly topping.

alamodeseattle.net

(206) 456-4343

4225 SW Alaska St, Seattle, WA 98116

Steak, spaghetti, and, you guessed it, apple pie. You might not think a restaurant could make all three wonderfully, but the humble Jim's Steak and Spaghetti House in Huntington has been doing just that for generations. Simple, homemade pies are a beloved part of the experience, with its apple pie earning plenty of love for its classic, old-fashioned flavor. The spot is so good at classics like apple pie, they earned a 2019 James Beard award.

jimsspaghetti.com

(304) 696-9788

920 5th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701

Though the name of this bakery implies elegance, their most famous pie is actually baked in a paper bag. That unique method, plus Ida Red apples and a crust similar to a sugar cookie, has earned the pie praise from The Food Network, numerous local news outlets, and plenty of locals alike.

elegantfarmer.com

(262) 363-6770

1545 Main St, Mukwonago, WI 53149

Even cowboys love apple pie, and at Wyoming's Cowboy Café, you can get some of the best. Though this stop is widely known for a knockout rhubarb pie, the apple version is great too; perfectly sweet and cinnamon-y, whether you choose classic apple or the indulgent caramel apple crunch.

cowboycafewyo.com

(307) 672-2391

138 N Main St, Sheridan, WY 82801

To find the apple pie each state actually rallies behind, we combed Reddit threads asking specifically about the best apple pie in each state and in major cities, cross-referenced local news coverage and bakery interviews, and checked travel and food blogs covering the topic. We also made sure that each pick had Google, Yelp, or TripAdvisor reviews that specifically praised apple pie.