<div id="c3be0912bb716eee4ca644c1dfc4ecde4"></div>Thanksgiving is almost here and there’s so much to plan for – even if you’re not the host, there’s always something to be done and someone to be fed.
Perhaps one of the most delicious parts of Thanksgiving is dessert after you’ve eaten all of the savory treats. If baking is not your thing or you don’t have the time to bake your own Thanksgiving pie, check out one of these great options at local pie shops around the Bay.
Thanksgiving Desserts
If you want something beyond Thanksgiving pie, then consider these Local Bakeries for Your Thanksgiving Desserts. And if Thanksgiving pie has caught your eye, then read below for our picks to buy that perfect Thanksgiving Pie in Tampa Bay.
Boulon Brasserie
1001 Water St., Tampa, 33602
Make your Thanksgiving dessert easy with Boulon’s limited time online pie ordering. Options include Salted Caramel Apple Pie, Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake with Biscoff Cookie Crust, and Spiced Orange Dream – a toasted marshmallow fluff atop creamy Florida orange custard with a gingerbread cookie crust. Pies are $45 each and orders can be placed online.
Mike’s Pies
14316 Lake Magdalene Blvd, Tampa, 33618
Order those Thanksgiving pies from Mike’s! Local to Tampa, Mike’s first opened in a small retail store in the Bay Area in ’92. According to their site, if you ask Mike’s mom, the legacy began years prior with his grandmother who passed on the traditions for years to come. Ever since Mike’s opened, his mission is to not only bring delicious pies but top-quality pies through consistency and heart.
Pies include Sweet Potato, Pumpkin, Key Lime, Southern Pecan, and more. Mike also sells cakes and cheesecakes as well as gluten-free options fruit pies and no sugar fruit pies.
Moreno Bakery
737 W. Brandon Blvd, Brandon, 33511
Moreno Bakery is a local staple serving up delicious baked goods for years. The bakery is full of Cuban history starting with Mr. Moreno himself. When he first moved to Tampa in the 90’s he began working at Le Segunda Central Bakery in Ybor until opening up Moreno in 2008.
If you want a pie for Thanksgiving, Moreno Bakery is the place! Try an apple pie, blueberry pie, cherry, chocolate chess, chocolate cream, and so much more. Not to mention, his pies are super affordable!
Note that Moreno Bakery is closed on Thanksgiving Day itself, so order ahead so you can pick up before the big day.
Wright’s Gourmet House
1200 S. Dale Mabry, Tampa, 33629
Wright’s is another Tampa classic serving up delicious delicatessen items as well as yummy baked goods. Pop in for a meal or order a Thanksgiving pie! Here you can order by the slice or buy the whole pie/cake.
It’s totally up to you. Pies include Coconut Cream, Pecan, and Pumpkin and are local favorites. Take a bite out of history and visit Wright’s the next time you’re looking for something sweet and don’t forget to order your pies as soon as possible before they run out.
Alessi Bakery
2909 Cypress St., Tampa, FL 33609
Another Tampa landmark on our list. Alessi Bakery was started by Italian immigrant, Nicolo Alessi, in 1912. Their bakery is filled with a delectable array of desserts such as cupcakes, cookies, cakes, pies, and pastries like eclairs, cannoli, and flan. Alessi is the perfect place to grab an assortment of flavors if you want some variety at your Thanksgiving dinner table.
Grab some of their 3″ mousse cream pies in flavors like Nutella Mousse, Boston Cream, and Fresh Fruit Bavarian. They also have fresh baked 3″ pies with traditional flavors like apple, pecan, and pumpkin. You also order platters of Italian Cookies and full-sized cakes and cheesecakes (their Italian Rum Cake is a MUST TRY).
Pane Rustica
3225 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa, 33629
Pane Rustica’s bakery is serving up some of their amazing pies this Thanksgiving. Order ahead to pick up one of their Pecan, Pumpkin, or Cranberry Blueberry pies or their warm Apple Tart (with or without streusel) and Pumpkin Cheesecake.
The Pie Factory
12777 Walsingham Rd., Largo, 33774
Head to Largo for some of the best pies in the area. The Pie Factory has an array of flavors perfect for Thanksgiving dessert like Apple Berry, Apple Caramel Nut, Pecan, Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, and more. Order a whole pie or a sampler that includes 3-4 different flavors if you can’t pick just one.
They also have no-sugar pies, cakes, cookies, cheesecakes, pastries, and specialty breads (the Orange Cranberry Nut is a must-try).
Zukie’s Pies & Cakes
1527 Sunset Point Rd., Clearwater, 33755
Zukie began baking cakes at her family restaurant in Clearwater in 2014. Since then, she’s branched off so that others can enjoy her award-winning pies year-round. Compliment your Thanksgiving dinner with Pumpkin, Caramel Apple, or Pecan. You can also choose from their cheesecakes, cakes, or gourmet cookies.
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