Half Of All Idaho Pie Orders Pile Up The Week Before Thanksgiving At These 9 Bakeries Taking Them Now

A tiny bakery in a north Idaho farm town pairs scratch-made pies with award-winning cheeses. I did not see that combo coming, and I love it.

Pie shops across Idaho run on a simple rhythm in late November.

Ovens stay busy, whole pies get boxed for pickup, and some cases run low early in the day. Flavors stretch well past pumpkin, too, with huckleberry, key lime, and creme brulee in the mix.

That’s why I keep coming back to one plain truth. The smartest Thanksgiving move might be the phone call you make this week, not the crust you roll next week.

The nine bakeries ahead span the Panhandle, the Palouse, the Treasure Valley, and eastern Idaho.

Some are pie specialists. Others hide a great pie behind donuts or soup.

Which one sits closest to your holiday table?

1. Boise Pie Co.

Sweet or savory is the big question on Orchard Street, and nobody will judge you for saying both. Boise Pie Co. bakes handmade pies in each direction, so dessert and dinner can come home in one trip.

The savory side is no afterthought here. A Ham and Brie Hand Pie sits on the menu, and sandwiches round out the lunch options.

Sweet fans get plenty to chew on as well. Blueberry Crumble and Pecan come by the slice, which makes a handy taste test before you commit to a whole pie.

Think of it as a scouting trip for your Thanksgiving order. A slice today could settle a family debate about the right holiday flavor.

Banana cream earns a lot of attention at this shop. It’s light and creamy, with the kind of presentation that looks great on a holiday table.

The flavor list can also get unusual, and peanut butter has shown up as a special request. If your crowd likes something beyond pumpkin, it’s worth asking what’s possible.

Practical perks help during a hectic November week. The shop offers takeout and delivery, plus coffee and breakfast if you arrive early.

Parking comes free, both in the lot and on the street. Hours shift, so check before driving across the Treasure Valley.

Address: 1216 N Orchard St, Boise, ID 83706

2. Birdie’s Pie Shop – Hayden

Personal-sized pies might be the sneakiest trick in Panhandle baking. Each guest gets a whole pie, and nobody fights over the last slice.

Birdie’s Hayden shop handles sweet and savory pies with equal care. The chicken pot pie comes packed with big chunks of chicken and fresh vegetables.

On the dessert side, key lime ranks among the top flavors. Triple berry, salted caramel banana, pecan, and apple also turn up on the lineup.

Holiday season brings pumpkin into the rotation too. Whole pies can be arranged ahead for pickup, which is exactly the plan you want in November.

Here’s a fun Thanksgiving idea for your table. Pair a whole pumpkin pie with a few minis so picky eaters can choose their own adventure.

The shop is set up for a quick stop. Pickup and takeout keep things moving, and there’s coffee if you need a boost for the drive.

A few comforts make the visit easy. Free Wi-Fi, a gender-neutral restroom, and free parking all come standard.

Hayden sits just north of Coeur d’Alene along Government Way. That makes it an easy errand for North Idaho families stocking up before the big dinner.

Address: 9375 N Government Wy, Hayden Lake, ID 83835

3. The Pie Safe Bakery & Kitchen

Pie and award-winning cheese under one roof sounds like a dream invented by a hungry farmer. In tiny Deary, it’s simply Main Street.

The Pie Safe Bakery and Kitchen bakes scratch-made pies and pastries in a rustic, historic setting. Wood-fired pizzas and artisanal cheeses add even more reasons to linger.

Fruit pies lead the conversation here. Cherry gets big praise, and apple arrives with a flaky crust and plenty of filling.

Pumpkin appears in season as well. Then there’s huckleberry, Idaho’s favorite purple flex, which tends to steal attention from the rest.

A huckleberry pie on Thanksgiving is a quiet way to show some Idaho pride. Your out-of-state cousins will have questions, and you’ll have answers.

The menu stretches well beyond dessert. Cinnamon rolls, croissants, breakfast burritos, homemade soup and bread, and sandwiches cover breakfast and lunch.

Deary sits east of Moscow on the edge of the Palouse. The drive itself makes a nice autumn outing for families in the region.

The bakery doesn’t take reservations, and the kitchen keeps limited weekday hours. Check before driving, especially during the busy holiday stretch.

Address: 307 Main St, Deary, ID 83823

4. Shay’s Pie Place

Peach lemonade pie is a flavor name that sounds like summer crashed a holiday party. At Shay’s Pie Place in Chubbuck, it fits right in.

The shop focuses on homemade pies and cheesecakes, with cream puffs joining the lineup. Strawberry rhubarb and key lime round out a list that leans fresh and fruity.

Here’s the catch worth knowing. Full-sized pies have been selling out earlier in the day, so ordering ahead is the safer move.

That advice matters even more in late November. Waiting until Wednesday afternoon is a risky game when the case empties fast.

The good news is that pre-orders work smoothly here. The owner handles special requests, even on short notice, with real flexibility.

Need something for a crowd beyond pie? Cheesecake makes an easy second dessert for families who like options.

Shay’s sits along Yellowstone Avenue, close to Pocatello. Eastern Idaho travelers heading home for the holiday can swing by without much of a detour.

Inside, the setup suits a quick visit. There’s seating if you want a slice now, plus takeout and in-store pickup for whole pies.

A free parking lot keeps the stop simple. Hours vary through the week, so check before driving.

Address: 4876 Yellowstone Ave Suite 1 and 2, Chubbuck, ID 83202

5. Pie Hut

Creme brulee in pie form feels like a dessert wearing a disguise. Pie Hut in Sandpoint serves it without blinking.

German chocolate and pecan also appear on the menu. The variety runs wide, which makes picking one Thanksgiving pie a fun little problem.

Soup gets creative treatment here too. The cafe pairs homemade soups and sandwiches with pie, so lunch and dessert happen in one stop.

The owner, also the chef, has made food from scratch here for over 20 years. That long run has turned Pie Hut into a Sandpoint institution.

Step inside and you’ll see local artwork and a kitschy, casual style. It’s a relaxed break if you’re walking around downtown near Lake Pend Oreille.

Families have it easy here. High chairs, a kids’ menu, and table service make a group lunch less stressful.

Whole pies are available for pickup, which matters most this time of year. Reservations are accepted for seating if your crowd is large.

Free parking helps during busy Panhandle weekends. The cafe keeps a limited weekly schedule, so check before driving.

A Sandpoint pie on the Thanksgiving table sounds like a great tradition to start. Your only job is choosing between custard and chocolate.

Address: 502 Church St A, Sandpoint, ID 83864

6. Megpies

French silk, peaches and cream, and strawberry all share shelf space at Megpies. Choosing just one may be the hardest Thanksgiving decision you face.

This small Idaho Falls shop specializes in pies first. Cheesecakes and other treats join in, but the crust clearly gets top billing.

Apple and strawberry rhubarb appear in the rotation too. That mix covers both the fruit fans and the chocolate crowd at your table.

Custom pre-orders are a big part of the appeal. Special requests get real attention here, which helps when Grandma wants something specific.

The shop runs on in-store pickup and takeout. There’s no delivery, so plan a quick trip downtown to grab your order.

Morning visitors can grab coffee and a breakfast bite. Free Wi-Fi is available if you need to answer a few holiday texts while you wait.

Hours are limited to weekdays, which makes planning important. Check before driving, especially as the holiday week fills up.

Free street parking sits nearby on First Street. Downtown Idaho Falls also puts the Snake River greenbelt close by for a post-pickup stroll.

Small shop, focused menu, big holiday payoff. That’s a pretty sweet formula for eastern Idaho pie lovers.

Address: 335 1st St, Idaho Falls, ID 83401

7. Birdie’s Pie Shop – Post Falls

Curbside pickup and pie make a lovely team in late November. Birdie’s in Post Falls offers both, so you can skip the parking-lot shuffle.

Each crust gets hand-rolled for a flaky finish. Key lime earns top marks, and apple and berry pies hold their own beside it.

Personal pies show up on the menu here too. Mini apple, key lime, chocolate, and pecan make a fun sampler for a holiday dessert board.

Gluten-free options are listed as well. That’s a big relief when one guest at your table has special needs.

Savory fans can grab chicken pot pie. Coconut cream and chocolate also appear among the whole pies.

The service moves fast here. Orders get packaged and ready quickly, which matters when your to-do list is a mile long.

Inside, the shop stays clean and simple, with coffee and free Wi-Fi. There’s both a free lot and free street parking.

Post Falls sits right off Interstate 90 near the Washington line. Panhandle travelers heading home can stop without much trouble.

With two Birdie’s locations in north Idaho, you have backup if one gets busy. Check hours before driving, especially during the holiday rush.

Address: 1003 N Spokane St, Post Falls, ID 83854

8. Carstens’ Bakery

Donuts get you in the door at Carstens’ Bakery, but the pies deserve a closer look. This old-fashioned Idaho Falls shop bakes far more than breakfast treats.

The family-owned bakery leans into an old European style. Almond pastries, apple strudel, and chocolate rum torte share space with cookies and breads.

Cherry pie is a standout among the fruit options. Cream pies are part of the regular lineup too.

Picture a Thanksgiving spread with a cherry pie beside a loaf of banana nut bread. Breakfast the next morning just solved itself.

Donut fans will find plenty to love. A chocolate frosted Bavarian cream filled donut and maple frosted options often fill the case.

Croissants also get creative here. Blueberry cream and strawberry cheese versions show the bakery’s playful side.

Know before you go: this is a takeout-only stop. There’s no dine-in and no restroom, so plan a quick grab-and-go visit.

Free street parking sits nearby in downtown Idaho Falls. Hours run through most of the week, but check before driving during the holidays.

A bakery like this feels like a link to an older way of doing things. That’s a nice fit for a holiday built on tradition.

Address: 243 Cliff St, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

9. The Sweet Spot Bakery Cafe

Frozen pies that you bake at home might be the cleverest holiday shortcut in Canyon County. The Sweet Spot in Caldwell sells them for exactly that purpose.

Your kitchen gets that fresh-baked smell, and you skip the rolling pin. Nobody has to know how easy it was.

Prefer the oven work done for you? The bakery also sells fresh-baked pies alongside scratch-made pastries.

Custom cakes are another specialty here. That’s handy if your Thanksgiving gathering doubles as a birthday celebration.

Breakfast and lunch round out the menu, with coffee to match. A small dining area lets you sit down for a bite after placing your order.

The space is cute and compact, with free Wi-Fi and a restroom. A free parking lot makes the stop easy on Cleveland Boulevard.

Caldwell sits on the western edge of the Treasure Valley. It’s a simple drive for Nampa and Boise families, too.

Hours stay limited, with closures early in the week. Check before driving, especially as Thanksgiving week approaches.

Frozen or fresh, either choice puts a homemade-style pie on your table. That’s a win for the planner and the pie lover in your family.

Address: 2514 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell, ID 83605