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    Julian Pie Company

    4.5 (1.8k reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, Desserts
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Jen D.

    2026 apples season at Julian!!! never disappoint, always packed and no parking!! food was delicious as always

    apple pie
    Renee C.

    Lives up to the hype. Delicious pie with generous serving of ice cream. The pie was warm and served fresh. Staff is very friendly. Cute and spacious patio area with plenty seating located conveniently on the main street of town. Must visit tourist eats!

    Baked at Home (Frozen Unbaked)
    Cindy O.

    Review is for Juilian Pie Company frozen unbaked Apple Pie (bought locally at Gelson's). I seem to miss out of this gem as usually just stocked for the holidays. The pies go quick! Must be stocked for July 4th holiday? Finally grabbed one and so glad I did! The thawing and baking instructions were spot on. The pie turned out perfect and so delicious! It's been years since we have visited Julian, but after this pie, we are planning a trip! So glad Julian Pie company offers this frozen option!

    Best Carmel pie
    Tim T.

    March 226 We learned our lesson last year: never leave Julian with just one slice of pie! We stopped by during a trip from Palm Springs to San Diego to show my mom what the fuss was about. Last time, we only got one piece and regretted it the whole week--this time, we did it right. The Dutch Apple with Caramel is honestly one of the best pies I've ever had. It's the perfect treat after dinner. My mom also discovered the pie crust pieces with cinnamon sugar (the Cinnamon Crisps) that they sell in bags. She absolutely loved them! The drive through the mountains is beautiful, but the pie is the real reward. We already can't wait to return for more!

    Larger freezer in second store
    Bernadette S.

    Cant go to Julian without having some pie. Julian Pie Company is one of the two well known places for pie. This was our second time visiting the area and it really makes a difference between weekday and weekend. The first visit was a saturday and it was so crowded. Took about 30 minutes to find parking and lines everywhere to get into the small businesses. 2nd visit was completely different. Not busy at all, found parking right away, and no lines. And this was on a friday at 1pm. Theres a variety of flavors to choose from. We had to go with dutch apple caramel crumb and the pecan pie. Absolutely delicious and they warm it up for you. The inside area to order isnt that big but the line moves quickly. In the main store, theres a freezer section for unbaked pies to take home. Theres about 4 tables inside but theres plenty of seating outside. Cute swings as well. They also have a separate store across from the main store with a larger freezer but they also sell pies by the slice and baked pies. They also sell other things such as apple smelling candles cookbooks etc. there is a restroom here also (very clean but no baby changing area). the staff here were nice both times. Definitely a must try if you are visiting.

    Yvette S.

    Now you can get an apple pie anywhere, but for the absolute best apple pie you head out to Julian California! Small mom and pop shop in the heart of Main Street Julian. Pumping out all sorts of pies and ciders all day long. The more popular items do sell out quickly but don't be alarmed, they have plenty of frozen pies on hand to take home and bake yourself. If pie is not your thing, they do have muffins and cider donuts available, hot teas, coco, etc. There is always a line out the door but worth the wait. Order at the counter and wait for your number to be called. They do their best to get orders out quickly. Limited seating inside but more than enough seating outside for you to enjoy your cider, coffee and slice of pie with a side of vanilla ice cream. Single stall bathroom onsite (always a line). If you are just looking to pick up a pie to go home and warm up, avoid the line and head over to their sister building in the same court yard. More than enough in the fridge to grab and go. Best pie in town !!

    Maple glazed apple cider donut
    Alejandra B.

    The strawberry rhubarb pie changed my life. I'm not a huge pie person but oh my lord, this pie is so good. I have officially found my favorite pie flavor. I had gone here back in November and haven't stopped thinking about that pie. This is a cute little building, the employees are friendly, and they sell delicious baked goods. What's not to like? I also recommend the apple cider donut, it's really good.

    Peach apple, caramel apple pie, topped with whipped cream! Vanilla and spice ice cream on the side!
    Darryl W.

    We're on a road trip headed out West and we were steered in the direction of Julian, CA specifically for this pie company! Thank heaven!! We ordered the peach apple and caramel apple pie, by the slices! She put whipped cream on top and threw in free vanilla and spice ice cream! This is the best pie you'll ever eat, for sure!! Make a day of it! Take Hwy 78 from Ramona and enjoy the wineries along the way! Plus, there are country stores that sell apple cider, local honey, and other wares!

    Dutch Apple Pie w/ ice cream.
    Karen P.

    Finally made my way to Julian for this famous Julian Apple pie! Came on a random Tuesday to avoid the crazy crowd and there were no lines at all. It is everything I dreamed of. The Dutch Crumble Apple is heavenly. The apples had the perfect tartness. The crust is buttery and crumbly. They are very generous with the scoop of ice cream and I recommend getting 1 order on the side. It's enough to split between 3 people. This paired with the warm pie was so worth the drive. Lots of outdoor seating and a few cute booths inside.

    Apple pie and vanilla ice cream
    Nanci H.

    We, of course, have to stop here when in Julian. I love love the apple pies here! I cannot go to Julian without stopping here. I don't care how long the lines are! I have to buy my pies. We ended up buying 6 pies to take home. They were for family and friends that we wanted to show our appreciation and love to. My favorite here is the Dutch apple pie. I love the crumb on the top. Omgosh to die for. He loves boysenberries, so we got one boysenberry apple crumb. Of course we both got a piece of their original apple pie with ice cream to eat before leaving. I will always go here when in Julian!

    Lorraine F.

    After living in SD for a few years, we finally made the drive to Julian and tried these famous pies! I have to say it was worth the wait to come here AND the wait in line. I'm not a big pie person, but I enjoyed the two slices that we tried. We had the original apple pie with vanilla ice cream and the pecan pie with vanilla ice cream. Both of these were incredible - it makes me want to go back thinking about the fresh warm pie and the cold ice cream. We also tried the hot cider but it honestly wasn't for me. Although there was a long line, it moved pretty quickly and our orders came out in just a few minutes after ordering from the counter. I was also pleased that there's quite a few tables and chairs outside. It was full when we got in line but because people are coming in and out all day, we were able to find a table easily. We really enjoyed our time here and would recommend people to try it at least once.

    Esme C.

    Always a delicious time at the Julian pie company. Every item I have tried has always been exceptional and kept me as a loyal fan. I am happy that all over San Diego county is a plethora of Julian pies that taste just as good as the ones from the OG location. I recently tried the pecan pie as of 11/23/25 and it was surprisingly the best pecan pie I've had in San Diego. I have seen a recipe recently online where the bottom half of the pecan pie was made into like an egg custard type of pie with a pecan pie topping and wondered if any places did that in San Diego. Lo and behold I find out Julian pie company's pecan pies are simply that. If you grew up eating filipino desserts, egg pie (egg custard pie) could have been something you would see on a 90's dessert table. Pecan pie tarts were also huge back then and usually spotted at Filipino parties and gatherings. I miss 90s Filipino dessert tables because it was only a table holding traditional handcrafted desserts that had recipes passed down by generations. Quality over aesthetics for sure. Now dessert tables are about themes and aesthetics, sometimes cultural fusion desserts. But I digress.. I love that there's areas to eat and share pies with your guests. Service is nice.

    Apple rhubarb pie with cinnamon ice cream
    Allison L.

    Do you like pie? Do you like it fresh with ice cream then run don't walk if you haven't tried this pie shop. It is worth the drive. They have more options than if you purchase it at the market. This time we had the apple rhubarb pie with cinnamon ice cream. I wish I knew how to re-create the cinnamon ice cream. It always completes the flavor. Service is quick and easy. Walk up and order your pie. Plenty of options to eat there and take one home. If you're not a local, you can have it shipped to you. This is a great casual spot to stop on your way to Julian and walk around the town or visit old Gold mines.

    Apple Mountain Berry Pie Ala mode with black coffee...perfect combo.

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    Can I order a slice ahead of time for pickup?

    There is no way to do this unfortunately which is why the line is so long

    Hi, r they open on 12/26?

    I would call for sure but when I was there the other day I didn't see an indication on the door that they would be closed

    How much does one pie cost? Don't want to make a 2hr trip if they extremely overpriced

    They are around $20 for a whole pie. Around $5 for a slice. Get a whole pie and enjoy it! Sooo good!!!

    Hi! Is Julian Pie Co open on New Year's Day? Thanks!

    Are they selling slices again?

    3 months they were selling slices. I wish I could go back and get another slice right now!

    Do they take Apple Pay?

    No, they take cash or major credit cards

    Can I order a natural apple pie and 6 apple nut loaf? I'm here in LA county. I will pick them up around 2-3 pm.

    Check their hours first, they only sell whole pies now not slices, also you can check their website because they have those pies for sales at your local stores like Vons or Albertsons so you don't have to drive all the way to Julian

    Will you be open labor day?

    They are open today, Labor Day 2021.

    Do they ship?

    Do you ship?

    Are there any vegan pies?

    They might have eggs, in reference to Connie's comment. Eggs are not vegan.

    Would they take phone-in orders for pick up?

    Yes!

    Are they open during the state shutdown?

    Will the shop be open on new year's eve?

    Will they be open on Christmas Eve?

    Yes. They will be open from 9am-12pm

    Are there any gluten free option s?

    No, there are not any gluten free options.

    Is this place open on Memorial Day?

    I would expect Julian Pie Co to be open on Memorial Day - and for it to be very busy - go early and plan on waiting in line for a while,

    Will pie cafe and other shop open on Black Friday(today) as usual? or some place close?

    They open at 9 am today.

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    Mom's Pie House - Menu 11/2025

    Mom's Pie House

    4.2(1k reviews)
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    Visiting a pie house in Julian is a must and we decided on Mom's pie house! I saw that they have…read morethe Apple Dumpling that looks so good so I had to come and try. There is plenty of seating indoors, bathrooms are clean, and there was AC for the hot weather. Line was out the door but service was quick and efficient so it made the experience great! Apple Dumpling - 1000/10, so delicious and perfect if you prefer more pastry to apple ratio! We also ordered Cinnamon ice cream on the side to eat with it and it was delicious Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Pie - 10000/10 WOW, this was my favorite since strawberries are my favorite fruit as well!! I would definitely get this again We came on a Saturday afternoon and the Apple Ruby Pie was sold out by the time we got to the front, so that will be a must try next time!

    September 4.2026 Spent the day in Julian and a day would not…read morebe complete without a visit to Mom's , picked up the classic Apple Pie, and i couldn't be more pleased, perfect pastry top, great blend of sweet and tart, and if you warm it up, it is truly amazing I will be returning next month to pick apples and I will get my next 2nd favorite, Berry Pie . Thank you Moms! Love, Moms Pie Every time I stop by Moms, I am in heaven over the taste consistency and beauty over everything they bake, the vibe is simple and friendly, I enjoy sitting there and listening to the PCT hikers talk story, customers staring at everything on display and the friendliness of the staff. Now let me be honest, I have tried pies from other shops in Julian ,and there is huge difference, take note , on my recent visit, I bought a pie from Moms and a pie from, let's just say at the place on the corner of HWY 78 & 79 and hands down Moms was was the best! Check it out. Got home , and we cut each pie, and 5 minutes later, and the

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    Fresh baked muffins

    Mom's Pie House - Our Apple Caramel Crumble Pie - SO GOOD! Look at all those delectable Apple pieces!

    Our Apple Caramel Crumble Pie - SO GOOD! Look at all those delectable Apple pieces!

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    Julian Cider Mill

    Julian Cider Mill

    4.1(242 reviews)
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    I was pretty full but I wanted to sample this Julian Cider. I didn't want to commit to anything but…read morethe good people at the cafe recommended to check out this place. I'm glad I did. AMBIANCE Parking: Street parking in downtown Julian. It can get pretty busy based on the time and season. Vibes: Welcome to Julian! A small town feel as you can experience almost everything within a block. However there are also some cool bars/farms to explore around to. The Cider Mill itself is in the heart of downtown Julian. Shelves filled with jams, preserves, candies, local honey, nuts, dried fruits, and all kinds of nostalgic treats. FOOD / DRINKS Apple Boysenberry Cider (Recommend) I'm a fan of apple but a fan of all seasonal flavors. I enjoyed the sweetness and light tart of the berry flavor - a nice depth of tanginess that just felt lively. CUSTOMER SERVICE Friendly and welcoming. Ondean served me a sample of the drinks and they were great! TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Good selections, good products, and a pleasant experience. I love the small town feel as they're attentive with the details and interaction. Julian Cider Mill isn't anything flashy just your good old reliable snack shop when you need it. TIPS * Great place to stop and go for snacks, cooking flavors, or samples like their ciders!

    I read some good reviews on this small business spot. I even checked out videos on YouTube to get…read morean idea what this store is all about. As we walked in, I was so impressed with how many products they were offering. Lots of different honeys, candies, ciders, sauces, pickled vegetables, toys, beef jerky, snacks, and so much more. Absolutely, loved the samples of apple ciders. They were offering cherry and boysenberry flavors. We enjoyed the boysenberry cider so we had to get a cup of it. Although, I felt it was pricey for a small cup of cider where I gulp it in a minute. Really refreshing since it was a nice day out in Julian. The staff were very inviting and nice. Store is small, so when it got busy we had to leave. Worth checking out when you are looking for something to do in Julian.

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    Julian Cider Mill - So many jams and honey

    So many jams and honey

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