Did you know that pie is one of the oldest desserts known to humanity?

Ancient Egyptians and Neolithic civilizations have been discovered to make early forms of pies known as galettes, which were essentially rustic free-form pies. Ancient people made these pie-like treats with oat, wheat, rye, and barley, and then filled them with honey and baked the dish over hot coals.

These days, pie has become a staple dessert or entrée, whether for the holidays, Pi Day, or just an everyday treat.

Regardless of your preference, the Mile High City has become home to some fantastic pie shops with a variety of offerings.

In this guide, we’ll take a look at some of Denver’s best pies and pie shops, where you can find the perfect dessert without having to break a sweat:

Legacy Pie Co.

Originally established in 1929 as a roadside stand, Legacy Pie Co. has been providing pies to Colorado for nearly a century. Located in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood (4000 Tennyson St., Suite 100, Denver, CO 80212) next to Post Oak BBQ, Legacy Pie Co. hand makes their pies from scratch every day.

They offer sweet options like classic apple and cherry to savory options like chicken pot pie and bacon quiche in a variety of sizes ranging from individual to 10-inch family sized. For more information or to place an order, you can visit their website.

Legacy Pie Co. currently rates at 4.8 stars on Google out of 377 reviews.

“My husband found this place for me on my birthday maybe two years ago or so and I’ve found as many excuses as possible to stop by ever since,” says Google reviewer Kristina Altman. “I’ve ordered and eaten products from Legacy Pie Co. both before and after their remodel, and every time I come the staff are welcoming, the cafe drinks are nice, and the pies are delicious!”

Mile High Pie Co.

Mile High Pie Co. bills itself as “all killer, no filler” and their menu is simple but sweet offering a pumpkin pie, caramel apple streusel, pecan, chocolate chunk pecan, walnut whiskey and maple and a gluten-free crumbles option. They do not currently have a brick and mortar location but offer catering through their website and have a list of local retailers who carry their pies throughout Denver.

Mile High Pie Co. will also be doing a pickup Thanksgiving event on Nov. 21 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Mondo Market at Stanley Marketplace in Edgewater. The ordering queue for that event is currently live on their website.

Mile High Pie currently rates 4.9 stars on Google out of 16 reviews.

“We had a great experience ordering mini pies for our Christmas party!” says Google reviewer Becky Sipson. “I inquired less than a week out and was pleasantly surprised by the quick response and thorough answers to my email.”

Miss Molly’s Bakery

Located in Denver’s Congress Park neighborhood on Colfax (2600 E Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80206), Miss Molly’s bills itself as an East Coast, Italian-inspired bakery offering a tasty array of unique items, including specialty cakes and desserts, calzones and other savory items.

Miss Molly’s is offering a holiday menu of their pies, cakes and breads which includes 10 different flavors of 9-inch whole pies, five flavors of two-layer holiday cakes, five types of holiday cheesecakes and holiday bread loaves in six different flavors. They offer online ordering for pickup and delivery on their website.

Miss Molly’s currently ranks with a score of 4.6 stars out of 64 reviews on Google.

“Holy yum!!!!” says Google reviewer Shannon Cunningham. “Great spot for a stroll in City Park. Kind employees, moist pastries, and delicious cookies. Calzones looked yummy too. Would be great place to get catering from.”

Deby’s Gluten Free

For those with Celiac disease and other digestive issues or those simply looking for gluten-free alternatives, Deby’s (2369 S Trenton Way, Denver, CO 80231) will be considered a staple for many this holiday season. They offer 9-inch fruit, cream, and cheesecake pies as well as pre-made gluten-free flaky pie crusts. Additionally, they have a variety of breads, sweets and frozen entrees available for purchase.

Deby’s currently holds a rating of 4.8 stars on Google.

“Fantastic selection of gluten-free foods!” says Google local guide Mary Biancalana. “They had at least 15 types of donuts, five types of gluten-free pies, various types of gluten-free bagels, English muffins and breads. They also had a fantastic selection of gluten-free items in their many freezer sections.”

Gateaux

With pies ranging from $24-47, Gateaux (1160 Speer Blvd, Denver, CO 80204) ranks as among the pricier options on this list but provides a truly gourmet and epicurean experience. Gateaux is offering a menu of specialty pies, tarts and cookies for Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving event orders will close on Nov. 18 and the bakery will be closed from Nov. 22 to Nov. 25. For more information or to place an order, you can visit their website.

Gateaux ranks 4.7 stars out of 357 reviews on Google.

“Excellent little bakery in Denver,” says Google local guide John Nguyen. “Stopped in to pick up a birthday cake and was pleasantly overwhelmed with the variety, colorful, tempting selection of cakes, pastries, treats and snacks.”