Heather’s Pies bakes with fresh organic fruits, high-quality butter, and locally sourced honey. Tart fruit pies like triple berry and peach, decorated with intricate crust cut-outs and lattices, are Heather’s signature item: Order one decorated with a wreath of small flowers, or a message. But don’t miss the decadent hot chocolate marshmallow cream pie, either. (If you lack a sweet tooth, Heather’s also sells savory vegetable tarts). Heather’s doesn’t have a brick-and-mortar shop, so order whole pies ahead online.

A modern spot with a little bit of old-fashioned comfort, Honey & Rye bakes an exceptional pie. Order a rich chocolate coconut cream, or choose one of the rotating seasonal flavors, like peach blueberry, banana cream, or brown butter butterscotch meringue. The flaky crust gets a flavor boost from locally produced Hope Creamery butter. Get a slice at the bakery or order a whole pie.

This casual, homey spot in south Minneapolis has a no-frills vibe — but the pies, of course, have plenty of frills, from the French silk’s cream pompadour to the cherry’s woven lattice. Dave also serves breakfast and lunch comfort dishes like omelets, quiche, and chili, which make for great savory complements. Grab a slice or buy one whole.

This cozy bakery in Northeast Minneapolis serves all the classics, from French silk to strawberry rhubarb to Michigan sour cherry. The harvest apple pie is a unique take on a fall favorite — it’s made with an apple, raisin, and cranberry filling, and a pecan-brown-sugar-crumble topping. Sarah Jane’s doesn’t sell by the slice, so call the store or go online to order a whole pie ahead, or stop by to see what’s in the store.

Fruit & Grain pies and pastries stand out for their extra-flaky crust. This may be the only place in the Twin Cities to find handmade pop tarts, which come stuffed with everything from cookie dough to peaches and cream — the hand pies, filled with seasonal vegetables and cheese, are a great savory alternative. Fruit & Grain’s whole fruit pies, made with a thick lattice crust, are flaky, sweet, and deeply satisfying. Note that Fruit & Grain doesn’t sell retail out of its Fulham Street location — only wholesale online and at pop-ups and markets. It also happens to be a dedicated peanut-free and nut-free bakery.

Myriel has a somewhat enigmatic presence in the local dining scene — the tasting and a la carte menus, built around hyper-local ingredients, change frequently, and aren’t available online. But it’s no secret that chef Karyn Tomlinson’s apple pie is a thing to behold. The lard-based crust is a little rough-hewn, the apple filling beautifully jammy. Come for a slice, if nothing else.

Pies by Therese has some of the most tantalizing crusts on the market. They’re thick-lidded, dusted with sugar, and crimped together with gorgeous abandon. This year’s Thanksgiving menu features apple, pecan, and pumpkin. These pies are sold whole for pick-up at the Mac-Groveland bakery, so order ahead online.

This St. Paul spot serves everything from seasonal favorites like rhubarb and berry to more unique pies — think Nutella, sour cream and raisin, and pecan chess. Hot Hands’ infamous banana cream is piled high with artfully mounded whipped cream. The restaurant even serves pie shakes, blending a slice of pie with house-made ice cream. Don’t overlook the savory choices, like the buffalo chicken pot pie. Stop in the restaurant for a slice or order one whole online.

Upgrade from the traditional American-style pie and try an elegant French tart, a crowning piece for any special occasion. Marc Heu’s chocolate tart is filled with a rich, impeccably smooth ganache and dusted with gold. Another standout is the péché mignon, topped with a mesmerizing swirl of salted caramel cream. Order a whole tart online, or stop by and see what’s available in the pastry case.