There's a lot of nostalgia to this place because of the Top Gun movie, and there's a lot of cool decor and photos that's on their walls, but that's about it. The pies are pretty good, but also kind of ordinary. Think my favorite photo was the one with Maverick and Charlie by one of the exit doors. Worth a visit just to check off your list. There's also Maverick's motorbike out front that's great for photos if you're wanting to take one on it. read more

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I've been wanting to visit but everytime we're in SD somehow we just couldn't find the time to visit. Until today! On our way home from our mini vacation today was the perfect day to stop by as it's a weekday and there wasn't much/ hardly any traffic we around just past 1030am and found metered parking near by immediately. When we arrived there were no other customers we got to take pictures of and with the house and motorcycle. I'm not much of a pie person the only pie I usually eat is pumpkin but I was open to any other pastries they offered. My husband wanted to try the pies and I ended up ordering my sister some to take back home. We ordered 2 sets of the 3pack. One order all apple pie the other was cherry, apple and a blueberry. I also added a dark chocolate brownie and lemon bar. As my order was ready and called the kind lady said she labeled everything and added some extra. We walked on the boardwalk for a few minutes then walked back to eat our pies at their outside cover patio. Saw that she gave us an extra 4pies!! That was so generous. I decided to give them all a try and oh my... they were all delicious. It was warm, the crust was alittle flakey it had a nice little crunch yet also soft and the crust flavor was SO delicious. Loved that the flavors were not overwhelming sweet! The dark chocolate brownie and the lemon bar were cold and didn't think anything special about it a bit in the sweeter side. Overall it was a great experience really enjoyed the pies and the service was amazing! read more

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Came down to Oceanside on a whim. The carpet's were being cleaned at my place so I had to vacate for the afternoon. I stopped by here because it's "The Top Gun House" I couldn't miss it. I was helped out in the cafe by a girl named Kira, she was incredibly sweet and helpful. I explained to her that I had certain aversions to some foods and I asked for an item that was not on the menu. She said, "No problem." She took my name and I waited for my order. It's a small gesture, but not many people will take the extra step or two outside of their normal work duties. The desserts were delicious, but Kira's customer service was the icing on the cake. Thank you again. read more

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I didn't try their pies since it was luck of selection but I came here for taking pics. It was cool they keep Charlie's house from Top Gun movie. There was a replica motorcycle outside and mat people taking pics. read more

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Cute little Movie prop house! Large cups of juice. Didn't try the pie not a pie person. Employees are nice and service was fast. It was a slow day though only maybe 8 people in the whole place. read more

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Cute spot in Oceanside, CA. Was told it was where Top Gun was filmed so decided to swing by to check it out and pick up some sweets. The Apple Pie was fairly small but I enjoyed it with my hot cup of coffee. Service was workers didn't really talk to the guest or acknowledge them (guest just looked at each other and was wondering when they would get help). Kind of weird. They will eventually will come up to you and take your order. I didn't come here for the service though. I love the movie Top Gun and really just wanted to check out the house and support a local business while I was there. For someone that loves the Movie Top Gun - definitely recommend checking it out. Consider walking in for a cup of coffee then taking a walk along Pacific Street. read more

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3 stars for the cute house and the Top Gun memorabilia! One star for service... the lady who helped us was hidden in the back for a long time when we wanted to order. She finally came out and was SO RUDE! Brought her big Starbucks out with her and grumpily took our order. The pie was just ok. Needed more filling and one was undercooked. But one was decent and I was happy to have a gluten free pie! Go to see the cute house and skip the pie! read more

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The Famous High Pie at the Top Gun House! Charming, beachy shop dishing out sweet and savory hand pies, most of them apple, cherry, or blueberry flavored, as well as coffee, ice cream and other desserts. They were out of everything. No pies baked, no soft serve, etc. read more

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Staff was nice but seemed a bit distracted by their phones. The 3 pack pies were hot and fresh, great flavor, and not too sweet of fillings. The lemon tart was very nice and creamy. I will say their display is a little off putting but rest assured they dont come out like presented when you order! read more

High-Pie - Themed Cafes Near Me - Oceanside, California

Had hi hopes thinking the pie was going to be great as friend was raving about it. I thought it would have been hot when we got it but it was cold and doughy. It was under cook as dough was raw inside. read more

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These pies were delicious, cooked fresh light, and crispy. Great size for a quick snack and love that it came in 3's. Located at the top gun house so it was cool just to take pics there while you snacked on a yummy dessert. They also have lots of outside seating. read more

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This place is interesting because the history behind it. It was a historic house in Oceanside prior to the movie Top Gun. It was used as Kelly McGillis' house in the movie. It features Maverick's motorcycle up front. It feels a bit like the house in "Up", a tiny old house surrounded by buildings. The food is just ok. The brownie tastes like it came out of a box mix, the high pie feels like a McDonald's apple pie and the caramel apple, while delicious, there was nothing special about it. Come here for the atmosphere and the great view of Oceanside Pier. read more

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Adorable old house that was featured in the 1980's Top Gun movie. Service was decent. We tried the Apple, cherry, & guava pies. The cherry definitely tasted like canned filling. The apple was too sweet. The guava was my favorite. read more

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It's the Top Gun house! That's where they shoot one of the movie scenes. Very cute inside and outside. They sell pies that look delicious. Parking is nearby in a shared lot for only $5! The seabird resort is right across street. There's lots of restaurants on the beach and near the pier. You can easily spent half day here. It's only 1.5 hours from LA so I'll definitely visit again! read more

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food: not amazing but tolerable the pies were actually enjoyable in my opinion the whoopie pie was hard to keep eating - hard all around, the chocolate was almost stuck to the whip cream, an overall weird texture to deem as food service: the cashier was very patient the employee that made the food seemed a little stressed or something but she did her job, ambiance: 10/10 great vibes very nice not snobby felt like i was in a little art exhibit but where they are kind i would come back again maybe i would try the brownie it looked like it might taste good read more

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We came by yesterday (Friday, 11/29) and to our luck, no line! We walked right in. The place itself is small, but cute. The pastries were so good! read more

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OK, I'll start with the food- I had two blueberry pies and one strawberry rhubarb. The blueberries were awesome. The rhubarb was not to be cruel, but awful. I will have to get the soft serve ice cream next time! The service - the young lady at the front counter was very engaging and helpful. (Also pretty cute sorry I had to) and they're very quick getting the pies out to me. As far as the ambience - it was definitely stepped back in time to the 80s. With all the proper nods to top gun. They had a bike out front for pictures and plenty of seating around the side for you to enjoy your food. 9/10 only because of the rhubarb pie. read more

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Place din the middle of a hotel is the top gun house. Had to try the sky high pies. Luckily they have a three pack. Apple was ok. Decent Apple flavor. Blue berry was a bit bland. Cherry surprisingly was the most flavorful. Bursting w cherry essence. All three were pretty doughy. Yes it was flakey and light. Perfect for crust lovers. read more

Decided to stop by High -Pie after a few trips to Oceanside we finally caught the store open. Very cute bakery inside the house . We ordered three high pies (blueberry , two apple) I was surprised on how small the pies were . Taste was okay nothing to rave about only issue was it took a while to get our pies because staff was in the back gossiping . I could see them from where I was sitting down in the bakery and there was no care into how long the lines were by the register and for people waiting to get pies . At one point no one was at the register for 10 minutes and we watched people leave . read more

High-Pie - Themed Cafes Near Me - Oceanside, California

House is a must see for any Top Gun fan. Pies are good and served warm, but just a tad pricy IMO ($5 for one, better deal is to get 3/$9). I would have liked an iced coffee or Macchiato, but the menu was a lil confusing on the coffee end. A thought would be to add ice cream and coffee to offer a bit more variety. House is cute and has a good amount of seating inside and out. Nice views of the pier and ocean. read more

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Average tasting small pies from an iconic movie filming spot. We tried the strawberry, cherry and apple (best). The pies are palm-sized and all gluten free. I'd recommend skipping the pies and just look around the spot. read more

High-Pie - Themed Cafes Near Me - Oceanside, California

Finally made it here. With all the online hype, and even being forewarned of it being pricey and small, I still wanted to see for myself. Ok, definitely pricier than I would've thought for what they offer, but doable if you think of it as as amusement park setting. It's really the kind of place you visit once and post about on Insta. Nothing to rave about. At least service was really nice and everything we ordered tasted good (good, not great) -just tiny portions. Parking is ridiculous!! Came on a weekend and it was slow since getting off the freeway, then even worse finding a spot in the lot. Line to pay at the machine in the lot was even crazier! read more

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Great mini pies. I had the soft serve vanilla ice cream and that was perfect with the brownie. Fun to look around this iconic spot. read more

High-Pie - Themed Cafes Near Me - Oceanside, California

We bought 18 pies, realized AFTER getting home that we only received 12 (they put the bag on the counter and we thought that was the whole order). No one answers the phone or responds to a text inquiry - so we will now have to go to our bank and request a refund. Really disappointing and frustrating that there is a lack of customer support and service. It's non-existent. And our son - who has to eat GF is obsessed with these little pies. read more

A fun "historical" type place where the movie Top Gun was filmed. Cute house inside and out with the motorcycle in the front. The pie was "good", not great but I wanted to try it as I love the seasonal strawberry rhubarb flavor. Lots of dough which was flavorful and the filling not too sweet. It's sold individually, a la mode or in a 3 pack which I ordered. I did enjoy that it was warm. read more

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Stumbled upon this place after walking along the pier. The motorcycle outside caught my eye and also the sign for pie! I got the seasonal lemon flavor pie and it was really good. Not bad at all for $3. It was a nice little treat while enjoying the decorations of the Top Gun house. read more

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Mmmm that apple pie!!! On top of their perfect little bites of sweetness, I enjoyed visiting the "Top Gun House". We asked a few questions and got some facts about the home, previous location, and the actual side the home was filmed. Plenty of outside spots to enjoy your pies! Tip- take a bite while they are still warm. But, still good if not. read more

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Just devoured a slice of heaven at High Pie, formerly the iconic Top Gun House! This charming Victorian-style cottage turned pie shop is a must-visit in Oceanside, California. The hand pies are made with love, using locally sourced fruits, and are absolutely divine. Try the apple or cherry flavors, and don't skip the a-la-mode option - it's a game-changer! The atmosphere is nostalgic and cozy, with Top Gun memorabilia and vintage decor. Perfect spot to grab a sweet treat and soak in the beachy vibes. Can't wait to come back and try more flavors! read more

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Got the Apply High-Pie and it was about $3, they're fairly small but served warm making it a great treat. The place is decorated very colorful and tasteful however the pasties were very standard and nothing too special about them. The service wasn't the best, not greeted and didn't seem the most friendly. read more

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High-pie is located inside the Top Fun House. The house itself is a great place to visit! It's part of the Hyatt Mission Pacific Hotel. Many tourists stop and take pictures. Even if you don't order high pie it's worthwhile to walk through the house. It is Victorian on the outside and inside. The smell of high pie is strong in here. There a counter to order. Service was OK. You pick up your order in the next room. There's seating in the porch or outside under umbrellas. I ordered the cherry high pie Ala mode and the blueberry high pie Ala mode. The ice cream is inside the pie as is the filling. All of that is on the stick. I find that to be unique! However, I found the ice cream to be lacking. I wish there was more. The blueberry filling was good. The exterior was crunchy and powder sugar adds to it. I just wish there was more. It was $5 which is OK. read more

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I wanted to check out High-Pie while in Oceanside and I had a few reasons, besides liking pies. The actual house is a historic Victorian house, nicely renovated that dates back from 1887. On top of it, it was used as a location for the original "Top Gun" it was the beach home of Kelly McGillis' character. A few layers of fun facts. They close at 7 pm (winter hours), closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The house is cute, it has nice seating outside, very charming, a bit of seating inside as well. Lots of "Top Gun" memorabilia for movie fans all around! I got a box of 3 pies ($9), one with blueberry filling and 2 with cherry. I thought this place might be a gimmick but the pies were great, flavorful, full of fruit filling, delicious. They know their pies here, I'd come back in a heartbeat for a sweet treat! They have season flavors, ice-cream, they sell some drinks as well. Popular place, a must to check out while in O'side! read more

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"Iconic Spot for Top Gun Fans" It's the original house from the 1986 movie "Top Gun" with Tom Cruise and Kelly McGillis. The house was restored in 2019 and relocated one block down the street in between two newly constructed resorts. As a big Top Gun fan and SD resident, I had to check it out and it was great! Seeing the outside and remembering scenes from the movie was a great experience. After taking some pics, we went inside the house which now serves as a museum/ pie shop. I think overall as both a pie shop and landmark it was an ok experience. It was great seeing the house, but otherwise there wasn't much else to look at. The pies were good, flaky and buttery, but they weren't anything spectacular. I do like that they went with something different and made them mini pies. They had your traditional flavors like apple and berry, along with an ala mode version with ice cream inside. Bottom line: Go for the experience and enjoy a decent treat as well. read more

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Located next to the beach of Oceanside Pier, High Pie is also known as the "Top Gun House". They sell pastries and coffee. They have a vegan peanut butter cookie which is pretty good! At the time of this review, it is the only vegan option. It would be great for them to a have a vegan pie too. Their coffee is pretty good and they offer plant based milks (Almond and Oat). They have vanilla and caramel for flavorings. High Pie is probably one of the closest places to the pier that sells coffee and beverages. The decorations are pretty cool and they have some indoor seating but more outdoor. From my experience the staff have been friendly and efficient. In terms of food and service, it is not necessarily exceptional though the location and it being the "Top Gun House" makes it a place to stop by if you are in the area! read more

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It's a themed cafe with a great history. It has great pies, bars and drinks. Set in front of the pier. The young lady who took my order was nice and answered my questions and was served right away! Will come again! read more

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We stumbled upon this cinematic piece of history On our way to Piper restaurant in Oceanside. It's right across the street from the beautiful Oceanside pier It's a pie shop we did not take advantage of having one of their delicious looking pies or pie bites. We promised we would come back, but the atmosphere is so cool it's like a little beach shack with an open door inviting everybody to come inside it's dog friendly it's people friendly. It's so fun and if you hit it right at sunset like we did, it's amazing , we're coming back and we're coming back for the pie- because... " I feel the need, the need for pie" read more

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I'm not sure why the reviews are so low. Maybe they changed the pie recipe because I thought they were yummy. I'm no fan of Tom Cruz, or Top Gun, but I am a fan of themed commercial places so this was right up my alley. There is a free parking lot on the other side of the hotel. This is the perfect spot to catch the most gorgeous sunsets I've ever seen. Right across the street from High Pie is a pier with beautiful views. There is a hotel wrapped around the house but it's still a great place for pictures. I got the $34 pie flight with blueberry, cherry & apple. The pies are small (served warm) but to me it was a perfect balance of a crust to fruit filling ratio. The fillings weren't just sweet, the tartness was well balanced. I got the chocolate and the sea salted caramel sauces and I liked them too. My family also liked these so we will be back! read more

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I want to thank the Oceanside Historical Society for saving this victorian home from demolition. The Grave's house, built in 1888, had a history before it became known as the "Top Gun House". This place is a nice little stop for some 'punch & pie'. Easy refreshment, simple treats, some cool photos on the walls and the rooms are nicely decorated. Kudos to Oceanside for keeping the Top Gun House alive and well. read more

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Cute place- brings back memories watching Top Gun- cute little pies- peanut butter cookie wasn't very good. Service was friendly and quick! Definitely a must try just for the nostalgia. read more

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2.5 stars This place was ok. You are definitely coming here just for the nostalgia of this being the Top Gun house that was in the movie. The pies are ok, but overpriced for the size you get. They are about the same size as ravioli's. They are soft but I felt the filling made it kind of mushy in the middle of the pies. I got the High Pie 3- pack for $9 (apple, pumpkin (their seasonal pie) and banana cream pie) they messed up and gave us the blueberry one so we were able to try that one too.) These pie's don't include dipping sauces so I added the Charlie's chocolate and the sea salt caramel dipping sauces. They were $2.00 each. Those dipping sauces were a waste of money. They didn't taste good at all. The Caramel sauce had a burnt taste to it. And the chocolate sauces just didn't taste good at all. I would not recommend those. I also got their fizzy lemon iced tea. My husband and I didn't like the drink. I spent $20.50 for everything. Overall, I would probably just get the pies from this place, nothing else. This pie shop does have a nice view of the ocean. So it was pretty relaxing just sitting there looking at the ocean and enjoying the atmosphere of being at the top gun house. But I wouldn't go out of my way to come here on a regular basis. read more

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Ambiance is perfect! It's inside the Top Gun house which is right in front of the Oceanside Pier. It has really cute seats all around the house. I'd say that the pie themselves are not anything special but they are good in terms of adequate amount of filling and breading. I'd like my pies to be a bit crunchier but the food did satisfy our cravings. :) Parking nearby is scarce unless you go early or late but that's because it's right across the beach. There is parking behind the hotel for $5 all day though. The cashier was nice and pretty chill. I'd recommend this spot for the location and for the vibes! read more

High-Pie - $9 for 3 cute pies! - Themed Cafes Near Me - Oceanside, California