Perfect pies to satisfy your cravings in Edmonton

Whether you like your pies sweet and dessert-like, or meaty and meal-like, there is a pie out there for you. In Edmonton, you’ll find a tempting range of decadent pies, ranging from pecan to coconut cream, in addition to the hearty and equally decadent chicken pot pies. These spots serve up some of the best pie on the planet, besides maybe your mother’s secret recipe.

By Sydnee Bryant

Block 1912 Cafe

1

10361 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 1Z9

• Phone Number
  • 780-433-6575Primary
• Directions

The pies here are made using the freshest, purest ingredients possible. The bakers use fresh cream and eggs to concoct delectable fruit pies that satisfy your sweet tooth without overwhelming it. You can taste the high quality ingredients and authenticity of your pie’s origins in every sinful bite.

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Vi's For Pies

2

13408 Stony Plain Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5N 3P5

• Phone Number
  • 780-454-4300Primary
• Directions

Whether you’re craving meat or a sweet treat, Vi’s for Pies has a pie to satisfy your desires. This cute Greek restaurant in Glenora serves up everything from chocolate pecan pie and banana cream pie to a hearty chicken pot pie or shepherd’s pie. If you want to truly indulge, try the peanut butter chocolate cream pie, or perhaps the tart lemon meringue pie. And, of course, there’s also some unique treasures, like the Chai pie and the flapper pie. Basically, any kind of pie you can dream of, you will find here.

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Bonton Bakery

3

8720 149 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5R 1B6

• Phone Number
  • 780-489-7717Primary
• Directions

Their gorgeous-looking (and delicious-tasting) pies always hit the spot. Despite being a European-style bakery, Bonton whips up pies in flavours that are truly Canadian. Popular picks include apple plum, pumpkin, Saskatoon berry and wild blueberry.

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Upper Crust Cafe

4

10909 86 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 0W8

• Phone Number
  • 780-758-5599Primary
• Directions
• Menu

The pie menu here is simple but delicious: there’s a choice or apple raisin or strawberry rhubarb. Every pie consists of a homemade bottom crust and a thick oatmeal crumb concoction on top. The strawberry rhubarb is the perfect combo of sweet and sour, while the apple raisin tastes fresh and crisp.

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Duchess Bake Shop

5

10720 124 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H1

• Phone Number
  • 780-488-4999Primary
• Directions

This decadent French patisserie is known for having top-notch treats that delight both the eyes and stomach. The pies are no exception: banana cream and coconut cream are both topped with little pillowy bundles of whipped decadence. The fruit pies –sour cream cherry and blackberry rhubarb – look just as scrumptious.

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Sugar Bowl Coffee & Juice Bar

6

10922 88 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 0Z1

• Phone Number
  • 780-433-8369Primary
• Directions
• Menu

The banana cream pie is legendary here. The other items on their concise dessert list are no match for the fluffy cream, smooth filling, subtle banana taste and a slightly sweet crust that make up the star of the show.

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