The Giving Pies
Pie shop · Willow Glen ·

The Giving Pies

Pie shop · Willow Glen ·

French-inspired bakery, sweet & savory pies, coffee, gluten-free

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569 W Alma Ave, San Jose, CA 95125 Get directions

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The Giving Pies

Crystal T.

Google
My first thought on walking in was “This must be what heaven smells like.” The mini pies are a perfect individual size and are fantastic because they have crumble on top instead of the typical pie crust which can be so difficult to get right. Got the apple to test out a classic and loved it, friend got the pear almond and tbh they tasted pretty similar but eh. Cashier was very nice. Will be back, can only hope their savory pies taste as good as they look!

Roshdieh I.

Google
I visited this spot for the first time over the weekend and got a variety of their mini pies to go—guava, key lime, ube, and salted chocolate caramel. I also dined in and enjoyed a mini apple pie along with a croissant filled with mushroom and cheese. Hands down, my favorite pies were the ube and guava—both were absolutely delectable! I would highly recommend those flavors if you’re trying to decide. The mushroom and cheese croissant wasn’t my cup of tea; something about the mushrooms seemed a bit off. Also, the service was a little slow, but honestly, it wasn’t a deal breaker. For my drink, I had the seasonal biscoff latte, and it was phenomenal—rich, unique, and just perfect! Overall, this is a great spot to chill, enjoy a coffee, and treat yourself to some seriously tasty pies. I’d definitely recommend giving it a try!

BikeTrails W.

Google
We randomly came here after having lunch at GIWA, and luckily, we did. The pies here are stupidly good. Every pie is made fresh daily, so availability is limited to what's on display. We had the chocolate croissant pudding pie and the guava pie. The chocolate croissant pudding pie was decadent. The upper crust had a crisp to it, while the center was a warm soft chocolatey layer. Sweetness level was perfect for us. The guava pie was magnificent. Looking at the pie reminded me of Aki's Bakery Guava Chiffon cake. The pie came with a dollop of semi-sweet whipped creamed on top. The guava filling was perfectly sweet and complimented the crust. We will definitely be back to try other flavors and their specialty drinks.

ice G.

Google
I ordered 4 mini pies - blueberry, peach, coconut cream, and pecan. They are delicious and unique with the right amount of sweetness. Even though I didn’t sit down, this cafe is very clean with good vibes. Parking can be challenging around lunch hour.

L G

Google
They have a large variety of small pies ready to eat or take home. The pies range from sweet to savory. This time I bought the spicy sausage pie, cherry pie, strawberry pie, blueberry pie, and croissant pudding pie. I really enjoyed the spicy sausage pie. I started on the cherry pie, and it has a good ratio of crumb to filling. You get whole cherries inside. I like the taste of the crumbles. The croissant pudding is a thicker, bready pie with some chocolate chips. This one wasn't my thing, but it is unique and worth a try. My preference is more savory pies. The Giving Pies also serve coffees and lattes, some with flair. I didn't get any this time. The setup is really cute inside. There are long benches on each side with some fun pillows. There are separate tables. They also provide free wifi. I would love to come back and get some more savory pies!

Audrey Seuk Mun H.

Google
Small cozy place for pies and quiches. Had the mushroom bacon and spicy sausage quiches, good flavor but the crusts were not flaky, in fact the mushroom bacon quiche crust was overworked and hard to cut through. Tried the mini pies - peach, apple and lemon too. Peach was good. Lemon’s filling had great flavor, crust was hard but crunchy. Apple mini was great overall.

Janet H.

Google
The pies are closer to a quicker consistency than a traditional pot pie but the flavors are good and the crust is thin and just right. The salmon and zucchini and the cream and scallion were both quite good. Bacon and spinach and spicy sausage were both reported to be very good. We tried the pear and almond dessert pie (small $8) which was very good with a crumb top. Looking forward to trying the pecan, raspberry and key lime. They have mini dessert pies and smalls. You can order regular size pies.

Sandra G

Google
If you like pie, this is the place for you! You can walk in and select from a variety of mini pies, or you can order online a full-size pie of your choice for pickup at your convenience (and then you don't have to try to get there early for the best selection - you can have anything/everything you want). We most recently tried the banana cream and lemon meringue, both were as delicious as they were beautiful. Oh! And they have savory pies too - the crab & green onion was wonderful.
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Tram N.

Yelp
This review is long overdue. Gavin and I was here because we were too early for his school event. And if you know me, you will know that I'm annoyingly early to everything. It's a bit funny to me that what I ordered was pretty much a replica of what I ordered today from the Yelp Elite Experience: The Giving Pies. + croissant bread pudding was pillowy and flaky. + mushroom quiche was rich and savory + the chocolate croissant was buttery and mildly sweet + the 2 mini chocolate and salted caramel pies were decadent and rich Gavin and I enjoyed our late afternoon snack there as we were killing time. No matter how old he gets (he's now 14), I will always want him as my breakfast date, bakery date, lunch date, dinner date, movie date, and dessert date. I'm thankful to have a place that sells savory and sweet pies nearby.
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Jacqueline Z.

Yelp
My work catered The Giving Pies for a fall treat, so I got to try a vast variety of mini sweet pies from them! I loved all the ones that I tried but my favorites were definitely the banana chocolate pie and the chocolate raspberry. They also have gluten free options as well. The flavor options include classics like apple pie but also some unique ones like sweet potato. I'll definitely be paying them a visit next time I'm in the mood for pies!
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Bryan C.

Yelp
Went the first time last Friday and my son and I ate a quiche that the gentleman heated for us. They were excellent! The crust was amazing and the cheese and egg with bacon was better than I've ever tasted. I will be coming back earlier next time to try their other flavors of quiches. Then we bought 4 pies to take home. They were all very tasty. I especially liked the berry pie and the cocoanut cream. They also had really good coffee's. Had a great time and look forward to coming back. The guy that served us was very helpful and answered all our questions and explained everything to us. Very friendly guy who cared about our experience there!!
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Fran V.

Yelp
These pies are delicious with a buttery, flaky crust. I grabbed a few minis to try different flavors and each so enjoyable, especially the chocolate salted caramel. It's a small store so be ready to grab and go, but be prepared for some cooked-with-love deliciousness!
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Julie S.

Yelp
I have been a few times now- really enjoyed the different flavors at Giving pies. The crust and crumble are also delicious. A few of my favorites are peach, raspberry and apple. There are three different sizes. The staff is friendly.
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Amy N.

Yelp
SO CUTE! Love this hole in the wall. Parking is limited unless you go to the back area near day care. They had a huge selection and I wanted to try to savory pies, but opted for their sweet ones. Coconut cream: really creamy and custardy, more like a pudding, it has a whipped texture and there's toasted coconuts. Love the texture and a must buy (2-4 people) Mango: not a huge fan of mango but it's good! Very juicy and there's crumbles so nice texture as well. (2-4 people) Americano: not too great ): sour and bitter.
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Vidya K.

Yelp
Can't believe it took me this long to try this place. Wide variety of choices both sweet and savory. What's great is the single serve pies which means everyone gets to have their choice and not over eat. The crust is great and no soggy bottoms at all. Paul Hollywood would approve for sure and so do I. Cherry on the pie - friendly and helpful staff.
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Leslie N.

Yelp
Was never a pie person until I had this place. The pies were so flavorful and not too sweet. We got the raspberry pie, coconut, and banana chocolate. My favorite was the coconut even though I'm not a coconut person. That says a lot! The strussel and crust paired so well with the creams. It gave a nice balance of soft and crunch. The drinks were also delicious! The lavender Ube had a strong Ube flavor that did not overpower the lavender. You can still taste the coffee in the drink. The raspberry pie mocha was just as good. I believe they added their raspberry pie filling in the bottom because we got some chunks of puree like texture. I am definitely coming back for the coconut pie!
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Cindy C.

Yelp
Best savory and sweet pies in SJ! They have lots of selections from mini pies to full size pies. The berry pies are my favorite and the spinach and bacon was so good. Small shop in a small plaza so parking is limited but no problem on the weekdays. If you're looking for pies, this is it!
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Yasu K.

Yelp
The best pie in Silicon Valley!! Hurry up or it'll sell out. Reservations are also available.
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John D.

Yelp
Pie Hard Local woman-owned pie shop located in a nondescript Willow Glen strip mall at the edges of The Mighty Guadalupe. They do more than just sweet fruit pies, but savory quiches, tarts, and egg custards. My son decided he'd rather have a fruit pie for his birthday than a cake--he is my son after all! He settled on a blackberry pie so I ambled in after work one day to place an order to be picked up the next day. The Good: *Ordering process could've been smoother, but the guy at the counter was still training so I'll cut them some slack. *Indoor seating for dining in *Tons of different flavors to choose from in almost every category. Definitely can't complain about selection. *Vegan options available *Blackberry pie filling was out-fucking-standing. Nice balance of sweetness helped bring out the natural flavor and slight tartness of the blackberries. *Crumble on top was decent, but had a bit of a raw flour taste. The Meh: *Parking lot is tight but there is some street parking, as well. *A bit pricey but everything is handmade *I'm not 100% how I feel about this part, but their crumble on top contains almond flour; I wasn't aware of this when ordering or I would've bounced seeing as my son has a tree nut allergy. Fortunately, **he** did spot a sign when he and Carissa came to do the pickup the next day, or it could've been a disaster. Now, I get that they have signs and that's great, but they really, really, REALLY should say something to you when you're ordering. Quite frankly, I've never seen a crumble recipe that uses almond flour so I would never think to assume there might be some in the pie--and I'm sure I'm not the only one. The Ugly: *While the filling was fantastic, the bottom crust was the complete opposite. Somehow they managed to overbake and simultaneously underbake the pie crust at the same time. It was stiff as a rock and pale as an albino's ass. Not sure how that happened, but mazel tov? (ノ゚゚)ノ Conclusion: Great filling but awful crust. Would definitely be willing to give them another shot, tho.
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Bishop B.

Yelp
I went here for my cousins reception before the wedding, and I am oh so glad I did. The pies are amazing, both the sweet and savory ones. The coffee was decent. The service was pretty good, but they are all extremely busy as this store is understandably popular. Be ready to put your own dishes away and deal with your own mess as you are an adult and are prompted to do so by the signs. The ambiance was excellent. I'm glad they could accommodate a party of 14, I'm glad the food came out generally around the same time, was piping hot, and so delicious. I definitely want to go back!!
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Allie G.

Yelp
The Giving Pies had been on my list for a while, and I finally stopped in today! The interior was small and unassuming, with some seating and minimal decor. They had a display case of full size, mini, and tiny pies. It was late afternoon, so some of the flavors were already sold out for the day. I chose the Pear Almond Mini Pie and Key Lime Mini Pie, and took them home to try. Both were very tasty, but the Key Lime was easily my favorite - sweet and tangy with a nice crust. The Pear Almond was also good, but the almond flavor overpowered the pear. The texture was more similar to a crumble. Would return to try more pies!
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Natalia G.

Yelp
The pies served here are absolutely delicious, and a perfect size for one person! I love this little bakery so much. It is right next to my aunts restaurant so the location is convenient. PSA: come early because the best options sell out quickly! Usually there is one person working so come with patience!
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Elaina P.

Yelp
The Giving Pies was a delightful stop for us. A little shop with a peaceful vibe. The workers were kind and shared a bit about the Parisian owner and their items. The quiche was tasty, coffee was good (came with a complimentary canelé that was better than any I've had in Paris!) But my favorite item was the ham and cheese croissant It was heated so the cheese was cheesin' YUM. It also wasn't like many that you get where there is barely any meat or cheese. There were regulars who stopped in to sit and spoke French to the workers Glad we stopped here Items ordered: Black coffee Latte with Almond Milk Ham and Cheese Croissant Bacon & Cheese Quiche Crab and Chive Quiche No picks because we were hungry
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Sahiba J.

Yelp
I ordered 4 mini pies on doordash. 5 stars because the coconut cream pie was out of this world! Coconut Cream - 5/5 Freaking delicious! Chocolate Salted Caramel - 3.5/5 a little too sweet and a little too salty imo Peach - 4.5/5 Mango - 4.5/5
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Doug C.

Yelp
Famous owner post "Tesla" incident. Female owned business. Superb values; onsite. Can see her mentoring kids as she works along side them. Inspiring. Innovative. 1) almond joy mocha. Chocolate, coffee, almonds, coconut. Contrast to standard lattes. 2) 3 types of pies, bite sized, ~~3$, personal sized 4in ~9$, full size 9in pies. Using the bite sized for dinner parties. Each guest gets 1-2 picks, better than having a leftovers and having to overbuy bigger pies. Much less waste and I don't have to eat all the leftover desserts. 3) onsite sit down area w wifi. There is a selection of breakfast sandwiches and pastries. Mushroom croissant. Sauteed muchrooms with swiss cheese. Filling. Impossible to finish entire croissant. 2 meals. Female owned businesses seem to be a filter for super humans. Most of them are mommys also. Incredible. Door has home built magnetized screen door invented by one of the workers. Stunning idea! Workers and owner speak French!
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Anh T.

Yelp
I came here to get some mini pies for a friend's birthday and they did not disappoint. the mini pies range from $3-$4 each which adds up if you're buying a lot but having baked pies myself, the price is justified because they are not easy to make. Originally I had wanted banana crème pies but they said that had to be ordered a day ahead. I ordered 3 each of the ube, mango, and key lime mini pies. I think they might have accidentally given me a couple apple instead of mango but my friends said they tasted great. My favorite of the 3 was the key lime pie. I had to stop myself from driving back that afternoon to buy more lol They also had savory pies which I'm so curious to try. I read they change their flavors daily and that it's best to check their doordash for the updated flavors. Although I don't think they offer all their flavors on doordash. This is definitely my new favorite place to buy treats for people.
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Jon O.

Yelp
Luv. It Yummy Better than crumble, bundt, my opinion. So far my favorite dessert place. Good job,

Kathy O.

Yelp
We received a pecan pie as a gift yesterday. It is THE BEST PECAN PIE we've ever eaten! Since it's my favorite pie, I've eaten 100's over the years and I've never had a pie this good. Can't wait to visit and try other flavors.
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Maryanne M.

Yelp
I had the bacon and spinach quiche with a divine crust and a hearty filling. I loved that it wasn't oily and was the perfect size for breakfast. The coffee was strong and served with steamed almond milk on the side! We got a few sweet treats to take home which I'll review later. Very inviting atmosphere. Worth the trip to this lovely cafe!
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Saba D.

Yelp
Came for pies the day before thanksgiving but were sold out at 11 am, must be really good! But am here to rate the good coffee and service. I had a regular latte and it tasted great, they also have other specialty hot drinks surprisingly. The owner was really nice so i will be coming to try their pies for sure.
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Annabelle R.

Yelp
The interior of the pie shop was cute and inviting, a bit of indoor seating, service was standard, staff was friendly enough. Got an iced mocha which was good, and the medium sized salmon and zucchini pie only took about 5 minutes to heat, flavor was okay, but a bit salty and definitely fishy, and the crust was sticking to the paper on the bottom, so that wasn't fun peeling it off as it fell apart... I'd rather try their other pie flavors, but they only had two kinds remaining about 30 minutes before closing time on a Saturday, and the other was a sweet pie, not what I had in mind. As I had taken the last savory pie in the display case, walk-in customers who came in after me simply left in disappointment. What's the point of having an enticing menu, when you have an empty display case during business hours, and basically tell customers they have no options?!?! If this is the norm, I'm not sure it's worth making the trip out here (unless you have made a special order in advance), but I might give it another try just to see if this was an off day. With Pi Day coming up, hopefully this place is prepared (they're only serving from a special Pi Day menu on March 14th).
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Karen A.

Yelp
Ambiance **** (4) clean and cute; tight seating Food **** (4) -- the pies were very tasty but they were pricey (stars include price) Service was efficient--not much talk.
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Sandee L.

Yelp
Super cute, tasty mini pies! I brought them to a family dinner and they were the perfect little dessert. The kids especially couldn't wait to choose their pie! Us adults even cut the mini pies into quarters so we could sample as many as we could. All delicious. Quick, friendly service too.
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Denny L.

Yelp
We ordered 3 pies, apple, peach and blueberry. The apple was so disappointing as it was super tart and the base of the crust was completely undercooked. When slicing into the pie, the bottom crust was so dense that I had to "stab" the base to break it apart for the slice. I was so disappointed being that the reviews are so high for this pie-ery. The peach and blueberry did turn things around for me. But was still very disappointed by the sour $30 apple pie.
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Tina L.

Yelp
I've had this place on my radar for so long and finally was close by to check it out. I missed the first entrance and entered through the second entrance and found some parking across the daycare. I walked in and was greeted warmly by a woman. I came up to the front and the cashier greeted me and waited patiently while I browsed. I was going to ask what was popular but I went by what flavors I preferred. I got 4 minis (blackberry, apricot, mango, banana chocolate) and 1 of the size up (maybe medium -blueberry). While he packed it up I browsed and saw they had other pies and large pies too. I took a seat in one of the table spaces that was very comfy. The setup has tables and benches against the wall to sit on. It's got a cozy feel to it. Pies are displayed nicely. So many options for all preferences. Once I got my order I took a bite of the blackberry and it was delicious. Not too sweet, natural fruit flavors, pie crust was 10/10, and the crumble on top of the pie was to die for!! Mango is absolutely delicious! Apricot is truly acquired taste. If you like apricot you will like it. Banana chocolate was not my personal preference. Blueberry was a little too sweet for my liking and again still natural flavors all around. I enjoyed everything I ate and I'm glad to know this place exists and is serving up delicious pies. Will return and keep exploring flavors or just grab my favs which were mango and blackberry!
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Carine M.

Yelp
Honestly a little afraid to write a stellar review because I don't want them to run out of pies before I can get there in the afternoon lol. But not only do I have to give this place the highest praise for their deserving pies.. the customer service is also incredible. They are super friendly and they never fail to ask how my family is doing. The bakers are obviously very hard working and the guy running the shop is the absolute nicest! I'm not really a pie person either but I am when it comes to their pies! The crust is just unbeatable ! They are a small business I'm truly happy to support and I will continue being a faithful customer as long as I'm living in the San Jose area .
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T A.

Yelp
Yum, yum, yummy. What else is there to say? Okay, well they have vegan options, gluten free, dairy free, sugar free. You should call ahead or order a few days prior because it's first come, first served and since everything is made fresh, once it's gone for the day, it's gone. My favorite pies are cherry and apple and key lime. I get the mini size. It's nice they have different sizes for people who want something sweet but don't want a whole pie or even a half pie. They have a good selection of flavors for their sweet pies, such as: Ube, lemon, chocolate caramel, blackberry, coconut, apricot, banana, pear almond, etc. they don't always have every flavor, every day but there's always something good. They also offer savory pies, quiche, croissants, croissants sandwiches, and lots of coffee options with a selection of unique flavors. The owner and staff are amazing. A portion of the profits go to various charities.
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Mikayla M.

Yelp
I went around 3pm and they had barely any pies left. The pies are also made with a tart like crust that was very crunchy. I got both the mushroom quiche and lemon tart. The crust was the same and was very hard.

Suzie S.

Yelp
If you're lucky enough to live in San Jose--or just passing through--The Giving Pies is a must-visit. This charming small business radiates warmth the moment you walk through the door. The owner is hands-on, working right behind the counter with her friendly, helpful staff who clearly take pride in what they do. Their smiles are genuine, and the service makes you feel like a welcomed guest, not just a customer. We stopped in for brunch and ordered three different kinds of quiche. My personal favorite was the bacon and mushroom, but honestly, you can't go wrong with any of them. The flavors were rich, the crust was perfection, and everything was clearly made with love and care. Of course, we had to leave room for brunch dessert! Yes, that is a thing! The mini sweet pies were the perfect size for trying a few different flavors without the guilt. We each picked a different one and shared. Peach, lemon, and apple--impossible to choose a favorite because they were all phenomenal. The cozy atmosphere, coupled with the joyful team behind the counter, makes this place feel like home. I don't live in San Jose, but I'll be making a point to return every time I'm in town. The Giving Pies is more than just a bakery--it's a delicious experience you'll want to savor again and again. Treat yourself ASAP!
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Monica S.

Yelp
Sister purchased a few pies for the house. I had the peach pie which was delicious. But it was smaller than I had imagined. I wish their website would say which flavors they have in stock for the day or week. I couldn't find a proper menu to choose from while my sister was out. I think if we're in the area again, I'd try the guava, ube, or quiche pies next.
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Monica V.

Yelp
Found this place before the owner had a storefront. I needed a vendor for my wedding and I wanted to serve mini pies. She gave amazing service and delivered the pies from San Jose to Gilory. Since then my husband has been getting pies for our anniversary on Pi day. We've tried a majority of the flavors but my favorite is cherry. Pi day is in a couple months put your orders in early for these amazing pies.
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Wendy R.

Yelp
Quaint shop with amazing pies. The crust really stands out for its French tart style. The crust is on the thicker side yet it crumbles perfectly once you take a bite. The filling is well flavored and proportioned to give your pie a perfect bite,every bite! They have mini, medium, and large for most pies. They have limited hours and run out quickly. Keep in mind, there is a preschool in the same shopping center, so morning traffic can be tricky.
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Nohemy C.

Yelp
I had placed an online order a week before and then my family canceled due to Covid. I called asking what my options were and they were understanding and accommodating. I was so appreciative that when my family got better and got together, I knew I had to re-order. I couldn't order online because it was less than 2 days in advance so I showed up on a Saturday morning to see what they had in stock. I was bummed they didn't have sweet potato pie, so I had to choose pumpkin pie. I ended up choosing an assortment of mini pies (17 total) which came out to $55 with tip. Its a lot for dessert but they were delicious, you are supporting a woman of color local business, and they donate a portion of proceeds to local groups. My family was happy with the portion controlled dessert and the various flavors. The least favorite was the chocolate caramel and the favorites were apple, strawberry, and lemon. The crust was buttery and flaky, but they do need to be in constant refrigeration. We accidentally left one out for an hour and it started to get too crumbly. I recommend ordering 3 days in advance online. If you pay cash in person, they give you a $2 discount. Full coffee bar plus pies and a cozy hang out space for those who want to dine in!
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Christelle H.

Yelp
Great service I came on a weekday nice seating and the pies were good. I got a mango mini and a blueberry mini pie. I also got the crab quiche it was good. Coffee I tried the butter cookie one I wouldn't recommend.
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Abhilasha S.

Yelp
Tried 2 savory pies: feta / goat cheese and crab green onion. Absolutely loved both of them! Best pies I've had in a while. Very filling and satisfying. They heat them then and there for you. Definitely coming back soon to taste the sweet pies. The savory and sweet pie collections are very vast and diverse. Excited to try them all! Service is quick. They only take cash tips so come prepared. The ambiance is simple and homely - like a no frills bakery. The coffees are also very nice! Highly recommend.
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Sydney May S.

Yelp
I'm a huge pie lover, so I'm surprised it took me so long to visit The Giving Pies! I was conveniently around the area in the morning running errands, so I was able to come by on a Monday they opened. Mondays have a great 10% deal, which was a nice surprise. The inside is so clean, fair amount of seating and a drool worthy pie display case. It seems like flavors vary frequently, since I didn't see the same flavors people talked in other reviews. I got an array of mini pies to try and they were great to sample many pies. I was personally able to try the strawberry, pecan, and lemon pies. The crusts and crumbles of each were so yummy. I also got to try the purple shower latte, but I would pass in the future. I don't think lavender and ube pair nicely together, but there are so many other drinks to choose from. I definitely see myself coming back for the medium croissant pudding and a quiche!
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Carolyn M.

Yelp
Cute place with delicious pies! It's in a tiny plaza but not usually too busy so quick to get in and out. They offer a few sizes of pies too so it's fun to try out all the different flavors without the commitment of a huge pie!
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Al B.

Yelp
Uniqueness: Many unique types of mini pies to choose from! Ube, Mango, Apricot, not the usual flavors Wait Time: [x][x][x][x][ ] Food Quality: [x][x][x][x][x] Service: [x][x][x][x][x] Setting: [x][x][x][x][x] Cost: [x][x][x][x][ ] Recommendation? Highly recommend their lemon tart and chocolate caramel. Anything with crumble is also amazing! I was surprised for years that The Giving Pies was literally right next to a Greek spot I would come by from time to time, and was craving some delicious pies from this place. Of course we all know the drama and amazing public outpouring of support for this tiny shop but want to try to give an unbiased review aside from the news of that. Coming to this spot on a weekend was not crowded as the hype had died down at this point, and there was a small line of around 5-6 people waiting. Since this is a small business, the pace could be slow but trust me when we get to the quality of these pies, it was worth it. The shop is small with a window of various assortment of mini, medium, and large sweet pies and also some savory pies (quiches possibly?) as well. They have your typical pecan, chocolate, and berry flavors but what surprised me and also was a big plus in my opinion was their assortment of unique other flavors such as pear, apricot, ube, and mango for example. I decided to get a mixed box of chocolate, mango, ube, pecan, lemon, and apricot for take out, and by the time I got home and tried them--wow for quality of pies in general, these were probably one of the best I had in a while in the South Bay. It's been a while since Marie Calendars closed if I'm trying to think of any pie or traditional pie locations but if you want a legitimate pie albeit a mini pie, this was the spot to go to. The lemon tart was delectably sweet, tart and soft, consistency of what you'd expect from a perfectly made lemon tart that had a perfectly thick yet thin crust. The chocolate (caramel) tart was a surprise to me as it was definitely better than what you'd expect from a chocolate tart. The apricot and mango tarts each were sweet and fresh and I loved the crumbles on top that was better than a typical crumble/strudel. The pecan tart was at the bottom of my list but not that it was bad but it was like any other pecan tart. Service here I could tell they're short staffed but were very friendly and made sure you got the tarts you wanted and hoped we liked them. Prices for these pies can be pretty steep at around 3-4 dollars for their mini tarts but trust me, it was well worth the try. If you come earlier, I'm certain there's plenty more flavors to choose from as well. Giving Pies being a spot that was in my opinion literally unknown until I was in the area to actually see it was one of my best decisions when it comes to desserts, specifically to tarts & pies. If you're willing to spend a little extra, you'll be enjoying probably one of the best pie spots in the South Bay and helping out a great small business. Give this place a try once with their small tarts for starters (lemon and chocolate is best in my opinion) and I know you'll be back to try some more. A high recommendation in my eyes and I know I'll definitely buy some more when I'm back in the area.
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Terri M.

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I heard about this place because of the Facebook fiasco so I figured I would give it a try. I got one of each flavor they had: blackberry, ube, chocolate coconut, guava, apricot, pecan, sweet potato, pear almond. I don't know if this place doesn't believe in using sugar or just uses barely any sugar but I like for pies to be sweet especially when berries or fruit are super tart. I cut each into 4 pieces for other family members to try. Pretty much all of them went into the trash. The guava was just an odd flavoring. Ube wasn't sweet at all, just taste like mashed up purple yams. Chocolate coconut was very rich chocolate ganache with coconut flakes. Sweet potato was chunky with too much nutmeg. Pecan I didn't care for because it tasted like maple pecan. Apricot very tart but tasty. Blackberry tasty but needed sugar. Pear one was really gross.... it reminded me of being in the dentist office. As I was tapping my card, I saw that it automatically added a tip. I said, oops I didn't want to add a tip. The girl just shrungs her shoulders and goes "oh too late" and obviously doesn't care because she's just greedy. They don't do anything that's worthy of earning a tip. It's never too late to cancel a transaction.
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Kim l.

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Been wanting to try this place for years ever since my friend mentioned it to me. My in laws picked up some mini pies for my birthday: Blueberry: 4/5 good but not tart Apple almond: 3.5/5 couldn't really taste the almond but it was good. Lemon: 4/5 good but I prefer the key lime Pecan: 3/5 this was ok, but I am not a big pecan person to start with. Pear almond: 3.5/5 similar to the apple almond, didn't taste much of the almond Ube:3.5/5 very dense, ok Pumpkin: 3.5/5 ok Chocolate coconut: 4/5 good but salted caramel was better Chocolate salted caramel: 5/5 I am not a big fan of chocolate but wow this was excellent! A little salty and sweet. The caramel was still somewhat liquid. Highly recommend this one. Banana cream: 5/5 yummy! Another favorite! Key lime: 4.5/5 wish it were more tart but this was still very good! These pies would probably taste a bit different had I ordered a whole pie in one flavor, but it was nice to sample a bunch to find out which ones I liked. A dozen of these came out to approx $45. Ps save yourself time by ordering ahead online.
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Dian M.

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Gluten free pies sold here! They close around 2 PM and arriving at 1 PM... thankfully there were still 2 gluten-free pies, left, one strawberry, one apple. I bought them both! This is a small bakery operation, and they're using every inch of their kitchen to keep up with their baking! Even up to the cash register lol. Friendly service, recommendations when asked, and I like that I'm supporting a small business! I don't mind paying a little extra for this. So many pies to try if you aren't GF - I hear that key lime pie is amazing. I'll have to save that one for my GF cheat day!
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Krys Y.

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The Cafe is tiny and easily missed, but it's adorable and everything is delicious! I was headed to work after stopping by here, so I got a bunch of mini pies for a few of my coworkers. Pricing is incredibly reasonable and service is fantastic! While my friend and I were there, a gentleman came in. Poor guy was down on his luck. He asked (who I think was) the owner if he had enough for a cup of coffee. She gave one to him on the house. My heart melted and she gained my repeated business, for sure. Any time I'm in the area and they are open, I'll be dropping by. For my fellow students: Great place to hang out and do homework! They have free wifi. Lol.

Haruhi S.

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They have amazing gluten-free, vegan pies!! What a fantastic treat!! Go buy some pie! Treat yourself.

Erika N.

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We were visiting the area and discovered The Giving Pies. Everything we purchased was delicious. We took some pastries to go and had them on our drive home. Customer service was spot on and matched their delicious sweets.
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Sadie R.

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My co worker brought some for our office and they were to die for! The cutest tiny pies with so much flavor. My favorite was the apple pie
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Sandra N.

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I came here about an hour before closing and there was still about half the normal selection. They offer a great selection here from fruity, savory, and unique flavors like ube and chocolate orange. There's something for everyone to enjoy. Storefront is small yet cozy, perfect for couples or small groups if they choose to dine in. The pies are pretty reasonably priced with the small pies costing about $2 and the medium pies costing about $7. Chocolate Salted caramel pie was delicious. If you love chocolate or that sweet and salty combo, you will love this. The chocolate flavor is deep and rich. The pie filling is a bit dense but quite enjoyable in small quantity so the medium size was perfect for the two of us. The pie crust was flaky and buttery. Service was friendly and very efficient. I would love to come back and try more flavors.

Kyong K.

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Wonderful delicious pies and friendly staff. Small pies are great for parties I will be keep going back to support this small gem of a store!