Fall is the perfect time to treat yourself to pumpkin pie! This tasty treat is one of Iowa’s favorites, and our local bakeries make the best pies around. Try the ones listed below and see if you agree that these spots make the best pumpkin pie in Iowa.
- Kathy’s Pies, Cedar Rapids
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Facebook / Kathy’s Pies Kathy’s Pies, Inc. is a legend when it comes to the tastiest pies in Iowa. Try their pumpkin cream pie for a new take on a classic dessert.616 5th Ave. S.E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
- Iowa Orchard, Urbandale
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Facebook / Iowa Orchard Iowa Orchard is known for making homemade pies that’ll knock your socks off. Bring one to Thanksgiving and you’ll be the favorite family member for at least the next year.9875 Meredith Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322
- Bluebird Cafe, North Liberty
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Facebook / Bluebird Cafe Bluebird Cafe’s locally sourced handmade pumpkin pies are outrageously good. You can clearly tell the difference between a fresh-baked pie and a standard Hy-Vee dessert, and a slice of Bluebird’s pie will make your day brighter.650 W Cherry St. #9, North Liberty, IA 52317
- Colony Pumpkin Patch
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Flickr / SK Colony Pumpkin Patch stocks homemade pumpkin pies this time of year, so head over to the stand and stock up before they’re all gone. They do fly off the shelves!2780 Front St. NE, North Liberty, IA 52317
- Breitbach’s Country Dining, Balltown
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Facebook / Breitbach’s Country Dining Iowa’s oldest restaurant also makes some of the best pumpkin pie in Iowa. Each pie is hand-crafted in their kitchen and you can expect rich flavor and the perfect texture in every single bite.563 Balltown Rd., Sherrill, IA 52073
- Ox Yoke Inn, Amana
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Facebook / Ox Yoke Inn The Ox Yoke Inn is the most famous restaurant in the Amana Colonies, and everyone will tell you to save room for dessert. While their everyday staples are amazing, nothing quite beats their seasonal pies, including fresh-baked pumpkin.4420 220th Trail, Amana, IA 52203
- Hamburg Inn No. 2, Iowa City
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Facebook / Hamburg Inn No. 2 For something a little different, try a pumpkin pie shake from the Hamburg Inn No. 2. Their hand-spun shakes are some of the best desserts you’ll find in Iowa, and the pumpkin pie shake is perfect for the fall.214 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52245
- The Pie Lady, Gladbrook
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Facebook / Pie Lady Finally, the Pie Lady is the one to see for a fresh Pumpkin Pie! Follow her on Facebook to see where she’ll be next - whether that be selling pies out of the pie truck or setting up shop at a local farmers market. Get your holiday pie orders in early!
Who makes your favorite pies in Iowa? Maybe you should try each of the shops above, and then also check out another award-winning bake shop in Iowa before you make your final call!
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Kathy’s Pies, Inc. is a legend when it comes to the tastiest pies in Iowa. Try their pumpkin cream pie for a new take on a classic dessert.616 5th Ave. S.E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Facebook / Iowa Orchard
Iowa Orchard is known for making homemade pies that’ll knock your socks off. Bring one to Thanksgiving and you’ll be the favorite family member for at least the next year.9875 Meredith Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322
Google Local / Brian Gilbert
Facebook / Bluebird Cafe
Bluebird Cafe’s locally sourced handmade pumpkin pies are outrageously good. You can clearly tell the difference between a fresh-baked pie and a standard Hy-Vee dessert, and a slice of Bluebird’s pie will make your day brighter.650 W Cherry St. #9, North Liberty, IA 52317
Facebook / Colony Pumpkin Patch
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Colony Pumpkin Patch stocks homemade pumpkin pies this time of year, so head over to the stand and stock up before they’re all gone. They do fly off the shelves!2780 Front St. NE, North Liberty, IA 52317
Flickr / SD Dirk
Facebook / Breitbach’s Country Dining
Iowa’s oldest restaurant also makes some of the best pumpkin pie in Iowa. Each pie is hand-crafted in their kitchen and you can expect rich flavor and the perfect texture in every single bite.563 Balltown Rd., Sherrill, IA 52073
Facebook / Ox Yoke Inn
The Ox Yoke Inn is the most famous restaurant in the Amana Colonies, and everyone will tell you to save room for dessert. While their everyday staples are amazing, nothing quite beats their seasonal pies, including fresh-baked pumpkin.4420 220th Trail, Amana, IA 52203
Google Local / David McRae
Facebook / Hamburg Inn No. 2
For something a little different, try a pumpkin pie shake from the Hamburg Inn No. 2. Their hand-spun shakes are some of the best desserts you’ll find in Iowa, and the pumpkin pie shake is perfect for the fall.214 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52245
Facebook / The Pie Lady
Facebook / Pie Lady
Finally, the Pie Lady is the one to see for a fresh Pumpkin Pie! Follow her on Facebook to see where she’ll be next - whether that be selling pies out of the pie truck or setting up shop at a local farmers market. Get your holiday pie orders in early!
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