
With the smell of freshly baked buttery pecans, a sweet and gooey filling, and a crisp crust, pecan pie is a classic treat and the quintessential Southern dessert. It also happens to be a favorite among our real estate agents, who constantly scoop out bakeries and diners around town in search of that perfect piece of pie. We were delighted to hear National Pecan Pie Day is July 12, and you can bet that we'll be debating over which of these five Atlanta destinations serves the best slice.
- Mary Mac's Tea Room - 224 Ponce De Leon Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
Of the 16 tea rooms across Atlanta in the 1940s, Mary Mac's Tea Room is the only one left, and they make one of the best pecan pies in town. All baked goods are made fresh every morning, making for a great dessert to top off your lunch or dinner. The menu features all your favorite Southern classic entrees, including slow-cooked beef pot roast, fried okra, and fried green tomatoes. If you'd like to become a regular, there are some nice Atlanta homes for sale down the road.
- Southern Baked Pie Company - 3145 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 165, Atlanta, GA 30305
This pie shop in Buckhead makes a pecan pie with freshly roasted Georgia pecans, a handmade all-butter crust, and caramel. If you need a pie for a holiday party or a celebration, the Southern Baked Pie Company is a great option. Pies come in three sizes: whole pies, petite pies, and bite-size tassies. While you can order online, we prefer walking into the shop and smelling the freshly baked pies firsthand.
- City Sweets - 2000 Shakerag Hill, Peachtree City, GA 30269
A cozy little bakeshop specializing in pies, cakes, and cupcakes, City Sweets is one of our go-to places for pecan pies. Desserts are available for walk-ins, but you can also place a custom order for your special event. After picking up your pie, be sure to swing by these Peachtree City homes for sale around the corner.
- CEG Bakery - 2591 Piedmont Road NE #1115, Atlanta, GA 30324
CEG Bakery combines the best of Southern Hospitality with European Charm. They were also named Atlanta's #1 Gourmet Bakery by Georgia Business Journal in 2021. When walking into the shop, you'll find a number of European-inspired desserts and baked goods, but the pecan pie is one of the best. If you'd like to eat in, the bakery has a small seating area.
- The Little Tart Bakeshop - 437 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
A French-inspired pastry shop, The Little Tart Bakeshop has a huge selection of sandwiches, sweet pastries, savory pastries, sourdough bread, and croissants. On the menu is a pecan crumb tart made fresh every morning. If you want to grab one before they sell out for the day, place your order online ahead of time.
Pecan Pie Day isn't just a celebration of a timeless dessert, it's also a reminder to treat yourself every once in a while. Contact us today for more information on Atlanta living.