Dave the Pie Guy — Attraction in Minneapolis

Best pies I have ever had! PLEASE DON'T TELL MY MOTHER!!!

Let's get this out the way now though: yes, the listed hours are not consistent. It can be frustrating when one has that hankering for the best pie in the state (which pie is the best pie? YOU DECIDE). You will forgive this once you meet Dave and have a pie. Well worth the wait. Now, onward to the praise!

Regarding fruit incorporated pies (apple, strawberry, the occasional blue berry black berry combo), one can actually taste the fruit; its natural sweetness, its satisfying level of tartness. Little to no added sugar!

His crusts are all homemade. Don't get me started on the French Silk Pie's crust. I want that in bowl for breakfast! Some of the pies have feta (yes, feta cheese) incorporated into the crust. I balked at first, but now I can't have an apple pie without it. Again, don't tell my mother.

I made a promise to myself, to try all the pies on his menu. I have yet to succeed for two reasons: I keep choosing to purchase a whole pie instead of a slice, making this venture more expensive than previously anticipated; he keeps making pies that are not on the menu. Not once have I had a bad pie. They are each unique and scrumptious. If my wallet and blood pressure will allow it, I will try all the pies! These are good problems to have in life.

The other menu options, like soup, chili, eggs, sandwiches, etc., are good traditional diner food. I stop here on occasion for a late lunch or early dinner, but have difficulty walking out without a pie in hand or in my belly.

Dave is an awesome guy who involves himself in the community, happy to chat with his customers, and prides himself on remembering your face and name. Stop in for good food and a...

The name isn't descriptive enough; should be Dave the "most delizishnizz pies that does not taste like frozen pretend homemade" Pie Guy. I had blueberry and blackberry...pie...it TASTED like pie. If you go to those high end grocery stores including those that feature Amazon PRIME, the pies there taste like artificial flour with binders and preservatives. My dogs food has less artificial ingredients than the fancy-store-pies. Have Dave's pie and then tell me about - real crust, filling, sugar. Yum. Trust me when I say I know a real pie when I taste one. Many in TC area are Hostess pies. Frozen junk. Been there, tried em, including some big deal bakeries. NOW, try Dave's pie. Yes. Pie. Drip coffee is pretty good. I also sampled apple. Slices of apple and goodness, not "apple pie juice" made out of sucrose, lactose and HFGS. It's real. Goodness. If you want to walk away with a pie, plan ahead or cross your fingers. Pies are in demand. Order whole pies ahead. Any kind. Call in or drop off form. Remember great pies store does not start with "Baker's..." or "Perk...". They have pies. I'm sure alike the ones in the frozen "food" section at the grocery store. Did I mention the pie was really good? And the service? Oh, they have a breakfast offering though I have not...

The pies are solid, not overly aesthetic, focused on flavor and real ingredients. They come in real glass pie dishes which I appreciate. I found Dave charming and very helpful.

Dave and the vibe seems to be polarizing. I had a great experience. I enjoyed the neighborhood mom and pop shop vibe with a chalkboard menu. Dave spends time socializing w customers as much as he does making pies. I liked the laid back energy. HOWEVER if you want a well staffed, hustling cafe or bakery this isn’t it. I didn’t wait long but besides Dave, the staff seems to be teenagers who just help out not experienced servers. Tables sometimes have dirty dishes that need to be cleared. If you want something specific you should order ahead, pie flavors are not guaranteed but I’ve never been disappointed with what was available.

This isn’t Bakers Square and that’s kind of the point. If you want a real experience and a real pie this is a fantastic spot. If you want predictable and polished this might not be the...