Best Places to Buy Thanksgiving Pies in Denver and the Metro Area

Denver residents can secure holiday pies from a variety of local bakeries and restaurants, including Legacy Pie Co., Bánh & Butter Bakery Café, and Darlene’s Ice Cream. Most establishments require preorders by November 22, with pickup windows scheduled for the days immediately preceding Thanksgiving.

The annual scramble for the perfect dessert is underway across the metro area as local bakers prepare for the holiday rush. While many families prioritize the turkey, high demand for quality pies drives the local culinary economy, with options ranging from traditional pumpkin to inventive international flavors.

Anne's Pie Cafe and Bánh & Butter Offer Holiday Pies

For those seeking classic flavors with a local twist, Anne’s Pie Cafe in Wheat Ridge offers nine-inch pumpkin, pecan, and sweet potato pies for $27 each. The cafe, which began its history serving pies from a vintage camper trailer, also provides chocolate pecan pies for $28 and various savory options like chicken pot pie and shepherd’s pie, Denver Westword reported.

In Aurora, Bánh & Butter Bakery Café utilizes French techniques to create unique holiday offerings. Pastry chef Thoa Nguyen, who previously won Westword’s 2025 Best Breakfast Sandwich award, is preparing Coconut Pandan Cream Pie and Ube Cookie and Cream pies for $19.50, alongside pumpkin and fruit varieties.

Darlene’s Ice Cream, the winner of Westword’s 2026 Best New Ice Cream Shop, is offering a more decadent selection in Aurora. Their menu includes bourbon caramel pecan and Lyla’s Luau—a coconut cookie crust pie with passionfruit curd and mango mousse—both priced at $35. Customers must order by Sunday, Nov. 22, to secure a pickup on Nov. 24 or Nov. 25.

Legacy Pie Co. remains a staple of the Denver dessert scene. The fourth-generation family business, which traces its roots back to the Colorado Cherry Company in 1929, recently won Westword’s 2026 Best Slice of Pie award. They are offering ten-inch pies, including a maple honey pecan variety for $35, with pickup available at their Denver locations or a pop-up at Aspen Grove in Littleton from Nov. 23 through Nov. 25.

Price and availability comparison

Because holiday pricing varies significantly between artisanal bakeries and high-end restaurants, a comparison of select offerings helps clarify the expected costs for the season.

Bakery/Restaurant	Featured Pie Flavor	Price
Anne’s Pie Cafe	Pumpkin (9-inch)	$27.00
Bánh & Butter Bakery Café	Pumpkin (9-inch)	$23.00
Darlene’s Ice Cream	Bourbon Caramel Pecan	$35.00
Granny Scott’s Pie Shop	Old-fashioned Pecan	$33.99
Grateful Bread Company	Maple Dark Chocolate Pecan	Not specified
Guard and Grace	Pecan (Individual)	$40.00
Tavernetta	Pumpkin with Pecan Praline	$40.00

Denver Restaurants Provide Standalone Pies for Holiday Dining

For diners looking for restaurant-quality desserts, several prominent Denver establishments are offering standalone pies. Root Down, part of a major local restaurant group, is providing ten-inch pies through its Thanksgiving at Home program. Options include layered pumpkin and whiskey pecan, with orders due by Sunday, Nov. 22. For those unable to pick up in person, DoorDash is providing delivery services for these orders.

Downtown steakhouse Guard and Grace is also selling individual pies separately from their full dinner packages. While these are not yet listed on OpenTable, customers can place orders for pumpkin or pecan varieties by calling 303-293-8500 for pickup on Nov. 25 or Nov. 26.

The intersection of global cuisine and holiday tradition is most evident at Yuan Wonton. Chef Penelope Wong, who earned the 2026 James Beard Award for Best Chef: Mountain Region, is offering specialized pies priced between $55 and $60.

These include a roasted pumpkin custard layered with Thai coconut sangkaya custard and longan mousse with jasmine milk tea ganache. While the OpenTable ordering event is currently sold out, the restaurant is expected to update availability.

In Arvada, Rheinlander Bakery provides a German-inspired alternative with their Bienenstich pie, which features a honey-butter almond topping over butter custard. Their seasonal menu also includes cherry marzipan and pumpkin cheesecake, with prices ranging from $32.98 to $34.98.

For those who prefer to do the final baking themselves, Granny Scott’s Pie Shop in Lakewood offers unbaked fruit pies, such as caramel apple or Michigan cherry almond, for $31.99. The bakery also provides a safety net for last-minute needs, as it will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on Thanksgiving Day.

Preorders for LoDough Bakery in the Dairy Block must be completed for pickup on Wednesday, Nov. 25, only. Their selection includes Colorado apple, pumpkin, and chocolate pecan pies for $28 each.

Grateful Bread Company in Golden is notable for its pricing strategy, holding its Thanksgiving pie prices at 2025 levels. Their online preorders close on Wednesday, Nov. 18, for pickup on Wednesday, Nov. 25.