Every November, the same thing happens in Tucson kitchens. The turkey gets planned, the sides get assigned, and then someone realizes nobody has handled dessert.
By the Monday before Thanksgiving, pie counters across town are busy, and the best flavors can go fast. That is why getting your order in early is the smartest move you can make this month.
This list covers six Tucson bakeries that take pie seriously, from a little shop that bakes mini pies in dozens of flavors to a sourdough bakery downtown with a flaky crust worth bragging about. Some lean classic with apple and pumpkin.
Others add key lime, plum crumble, or even savory pot pies to the mix. Hours vary a lot between them, and several close on Mondays, so check before you go.
Save this list, share it with whoever is hosting, and call ahead while the calendar is still calm.
1. Back Dough, Tucson, AZ
Sitting right behind Beyond Bread on East Speedway, Back Dough is the pie shop that sister bakery built. The whole focus here is scratch-made pies, both sweet and savory.
Mini pies are the big draw. The case usually covers fruit, cream, and specialty flavors, with options like Boston Cream, Chocolate Pecan, German Chocolate, and Blueberry Apple on the menu.
A mixed berry mini runs around $7, which makes it easy to grab a few different flavors for a crowd that cannot agree on one.
Pumpkin pie and coconut cream are also part of the lineup, and the tart fruit pies are a strong pick if your table leans toward bright flavors over heavy ones.
Planning a bigger meal? Back Dough also bakes pot pies and quiche, which could handle the day-after-Thanksgiving lunch question nicely.
Practical notes: it is open daily from 9 AM to 6 PM, with a free parking lot. There is no dine-in and no restroom, so treat it as a quick pickup stop.
Call 520-629-4111 to ask about holiday ordering.
2. Sydney’s Sweet Shoppe, Tucson, AZ
Feeding twelve people or just two? Sydney’s Sweet Shoppe bakes pies in whole, half, mini, and individual sizes, which takes the guesswork out of portion planning.
This independent, women-owned bakery on North Oracle Road keeps its menu focused on pies. Flavors include apple, strawberry-rhubarb, and banana cream, plus key lime and chocolate cream, two that tend to stand out on any dessert table.
I like this stop for smaller gatherings. A half pie of key lime alongside a half pie of apple gives you variety without a fridge full of leftovers.
The shop also serves coffee and has dine-in seating, free wi-fi, and a gender-neutral restroom. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM and closed Sunday and Monday, so plan your pickup around that schedule.
Reach the shop at 520-268-8163.
3. Village Bakehouse, Tucson, AZ
Pie pickup and breakfast can happen in the same trip at Village Bakehouse. This locally owned bakery and cafe on North Oracle Road pairs a full baked goods case with a breakfast and lunch menu.
The pies here come large, with fruit options like blueberry known for a tender crust. Holiday pies are a regular part of the lineup this time of year.
Beyond pie, the shelves hold breads, pastries, cookies, and muffins, including gluten-free and vegan options. That matters if someone at your table has dietary needs.
While waiting, the menu offers Raspberry Stuffed French Toast, Breakfast Tacos, and a build-your-own omelette. There is a patio too.
Timing tip: Saturdays and Sunday and Wednesday mornings get busy. Hours run Tuesday through Saturday 7 AM to 4 PM and Sunday 8 AM to 2 PM, closed Monday.
Curbside pickup and a free lot make the handoff easy. Call 520-531-0977.
4. Mona’s Danish Bakery, Tucson, AZ
Kringles might be the name on the sign, but apple pie earns its spot at Mona’s Danish Bakery too. This small, low-key bakeshop on East Sunrise Drive in the Foothills is a popular place to pre-order whole pies for Thanksgiving gatherings.
The bakery case also holds flaky croissants, cinnamon snails, cinnamon rolls, giant chocolate chip cookies, and rustic bread. A kringle on the side could cover breakfast for houseguests.
Hosting a later family meal? Arranging a pickup on the Friday after Thanksgiving is an option worth asking about.
Mona’s also serves hot breakfast sandwiches and quiche, with indoor and outdoor seating. Hours run Tuesday through Saturday 6:30 AM to 3 PM and Sunday 7 AM to 2 PM, closed Monday.
Free parking is available. Call 520-579-1959 to place an order.
5. Nadines Bakery, Tucson, AZ
Here is a fun twist for the dessert table: apple pie cheesecake. Nadines Bakery on East Broadway offers it alongside traditional pies, giving you a way to please both the pie fans and the cheesecake crowd.
This is a long-standing, family-operated kosher bakery, best known for custom cakes and wedding cakes. The pie and dessert selection rounds out a case that also includes cookies, pastries, lemon bars, cherry almond cookies, and fudge.
That fudge is a strong add-on for anyone building a holiday dessert spread.
Nadines is takeout only, with no dine-in or restroom. It is open Monday through Friday 7 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 7 AM to 5 PM, closed Sunday.
Friday and Saturday daytime hours are the busiest, while Monday tends to be quieter for pickups. Call 520-326-0735.
6. Rosebud Bakery, Tucson, AZ
Crust lovers, this one is for you. Rosebud Bakery on South 6th Avenue is an artisanal small bakery built around sourdough and handcrafted pastries, and that same skill shows in its pie crust.
The pie selection rotates. Past bakes have included blueberry pie with fresh fruit and a hearty, flaky crust, plus plum crumble pie.
Hand pies also appear in the case.
Since the lineup changes, flexibility helps. Check the website or ask what is planned for Thanksgiving week.
While there, the Triple Ginger Scones and laminated pastries are worth a look, and coffee is available for dine-in.
Hours are unusual, so note them. It is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday through Saturday from 7:30 AM to 3 PM, with Saturday evening hours from 5 to 9 PM, and Sunday 7:30 AM to 2 PM.
Parking is free on the street.
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