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Mom's Pie House

4.2 (1k reviews)
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Open • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Chiqui A.

Came to this little town specifically for the apple pie--and it did NOT disappoint! The apple pie was absolutely delicious! We also tried the cinnamon ice cream, and OMG... so yummy! I forgot to take a picture because we were too busy enjoying it! Just a heads-up, Mom's store can get pretty busy, so be prepared for a little wait. It's definitely a popular spot for a reason! Parking: Street parking only, first come, first served. If you're an apple pie lover, this is definitely a place to add to your list!

The pumpkin pie was good too
Angela A.

Best apple pie ever! Cannot go wrong with the traditional. Line moves quick and seating is limited. I also had a mocha coffee which was good but the apple dumpling wasn't my liking. There's plenty of shop around for burning off those carbs. Take a pie to go, trust me!

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Leah C.

Such yummy yummy pie!!! We came right at opening, which I would definitely recommend, given every time we walked by for the rest of the day, there was a line around the corner. The apple dumpling can be skipped, but the pie with a crumb top is deeelllish.

Maggie O.

Visiting a pie house in Julian is a must and we decided on Mom's pie house! I saw that they have the 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!

Flaky Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Canary H.

My first time in Julian and first time having apple pie in Julian! It was a memorable experience to try. We parked on the sides of the street and had taken stroll around. Mom's Pie House was our last visit for the evening and of course, we had dessert last night. We had ordered their flaky apple pie with vanilla ice cream on top. I had also ordered two of their gingersnap cookies. I thought their pies were decent; it came out warmed up and had fresh apples in it. What truly stole the show was those fantastic gingersnap cookies. I can still taste them right now and feel the chewiness between each bite. Instead of dreaming of their pies, I will definitely be imaging their gingersnaps. Their inside was decorated and there were several tables to sit at to enjoy your dessert. It was clean inside, but quite sticky on the table surfaces. There were a lot of young workers and they were very efficient with their time. I'd recommend a stop if you're in Julian!

Mhae D.

Cute little pie shop with a great selection! So many options to choose from, and everything looked fresh and homemade. The pie we tried was good nice flavor and texture, especially the crumb topping. Not the absolute best we've had in Julian, but still definitely worth trying if you're in the area. The space is cozy and a bit small, but it adds to that local charm. Service was quick and easy.

Myrine S.

Had to stop by and pick up some Mom's pie before heading back home. We ate pies for days lol Love that you can buy by the slice and try all the flavors. The Rhubarb Strawberry Crumb was my absolute fave! I like that you get to choose a flakey or crumb topping. The friendly staff recommended the crumb and it was delicious. Cozy and charming inside with lots of tables. Cool Raggedy Ann collection on the shelves brought back lots of childhood memories. Perfect way to end our day in Julian.

Juliana C.

Mom's Pie House has my hubs heart! He wanted to try every single pie you have in here without thinking twice! Sweet treats are the way to my guys heart! We came in here and he wanted a slice of everything! I'm not a super sweets fan, and definitely not a pie person. Something about baked fruit, I'm not a fan of. My eyes widened and limited him to two slices and some cookies! We got two slices of pie, Strawberry Rhubarb and Bumbleberry (Blackberry, Blueberry and Raspberry) the trifecta of berries! We also grabbed a couple of small cookie packages, Snickerdoodles and Ginger snaps. Pie slices are $6.50, add $2 if you want to add a scoop of ice cream (olds school Thrifty Ice Cream! Yum!) The cookies are $3 each. That evening after we got home, for dessert, we tried the pies... hubs gave me side eye. I just wanted to try a tiny bite of each. They weren't bad. I liked the flavor of the Bumbleberry. Most of all I liked the crumble topping of both! Just give me baked sugar crumble topping any day for dessert and I'll be happy lol! Hubs can have the actual pie (and filling). Walking in, a line forms immediately in front of where the pies are displayed to be served. Then you move up to the front as you choose your sweet treats. Staff was super nice. You can choose to dine in or take your items to go. Super warm homey feeling all around. 2026: 24

Apple Caramel Crumble
Ryan B.

If you're in Julian just get a pie. It's amazing. Mom's stays open maybe an hour or so later than the other pie shops so if you need a pie after dinner, now you don't have to miss out! I was blown away by the caramel apple crumble with cinnamon ice cream. If you go before dinner it's worth spoiling your appetite.

Bernadette S.

Cant go to Julian without having some pie. Mom's seems to be 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 apple caramel crumb and the chocolate pecan pie. Absolutely delicious and they warm it up for you. we opted not to get ice cream because we didnt want the extra diabetes haha. The place itself isnt that big but Theres a number of tables to sit inside but on busy days, it can get packed quickly. the staff here were nice both times. Definitely a must try if you are visiting. They also have another stand alone location about 15 minutes away, not sure how that looks but will probably check it out on our next yearly visit.

Gluten free bakery items
Cori A.

I can't tell you how pleased I was to find that Mom's has delicious, gluten free options! Who would have thought in the tiny town of Julian? I had the strawberry rhubarb and it was delightful! Even more options are available in their display case. Will definitely be returning. The next day I came back and we had the GF cinnamon apple muffin and pecan pie with vanilla ice cream (no -GF). My daughter said the pecan pie was to die for and the muffin was a delightful treat. Not overwhelmingly sweet, just right. Even better is their sustainable packaging which I VERY much appreciate. Well done Mom's!

Shay M.

Gimme them dumplings dumplin'! How much is that pie that's in the window? Popped in to scoop up what I thought was a mini cherry pie in the window. It turns out that it wasn't cherry, and instead was apple razzle dazzle berry or something like that. There were so many different berries in that thing, even the staff member had to look at the menu to remember what they were. No biggie, I really appreciated they took the time to get it right rather than raffle off whatever they remembered from memory. I decided to pass on the whole apple brambleberry express, and instead went with the dome shaped delight known as the apple dumplin'. Who doesn't love a little dome and a little dumplin'. Ahhh I kid. But yeah, that thing had a beautiful cream cheese crust that was cooked to perfection. Inside was a thin caramel like sauce and a whole baked apple. Although I loved the crust and the sauce, the apple itself was tougher than I imagined. It ended up being kind of rubbery, like soft but not fork or spoon soft. It wasn't hard to chew, it just took what I thought would be a single utensil experience, to a full on knife and fork dealio. It was tasty, and I enjoyed it, but I just wish the apple had been softer inside. Friendly staff, quick and easy service, and plenty of pies to choose from. There's another pie shop that has the big name, but don't sleep on Mom's cuz, who doesn't love a good mom? Enjoy my friends.

Strawberry Rhuburb Crumb
Kim C.

Whenever we come to Julian I must get a pie from Mom's Pie House. I don't usually like apple pie but my husband let me take a bite out of his apple pie flaky crust and I loved it. I got back in line to order my own and tried the crumb crust and we both preferred that crust over the flaky. I have tried other pies such as Rhubarb Strawberry Crumb, Pumpkin (with whipped cream), and Pecan. A slice is $6.50. I enjoyed them all. I'm still in the works of persuading my husband to take a whole pie home to heat up. Street parking can be hard especially during the weekends. The line may be long but it moves. Every time I have come service has been patient and kind. There is seating inside. It has a country home kinda vibe. There is another location which I prefer because it has its own parking. A lot more indoor seating. They have outdoor seating which is pet friendly. The address to the other location: Mom's Wynola Garden 4510 Highway 78 Julian California 92036 I live in San Diego and they sell the other pie company (Julian Pie Company) in Von's, Ralphs, the commissary and other grocery stores. Mom's Pie House is not :( If we are in the area I definitely have to stop here to get the pie from Mom's Pie House.

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Best apple pie I've ever had! We didn't try anything else ... definitely get their pie!!

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Ask the Community - Mom's Pie House

Are there pies that are safe for people with nut allergies?

Most of our pies do not contain nuts. All of the pies are made in the same kitchen, but we have practices in place to avoid cross contamination.

How does it feel to bake the best pies in Julian?

Are you open on New Years Day? If so are your hours of operation the same?

Yes.

Will mom's pie house be open the day after Thanksgiving 2022?

Yes! We open at 9am and will be open until 5pm or we sell out!

Which four would you recommend?

They are all delicious. If you like a sweeter pie, I would recommend the crumb crust over the flakey crust. The Bumbleberry is all berries if you want to take a break from apple or apple mixed with another fruit.

How do you cook one of their frozen pot pies?

The directions are printed inside the box for our big pot pies and should be on a sticker on the inside of the top of the box for a cutie size.… 

Are there any vegan options?

No, all of our crusts have butter in them.

Are they open on NYE?

Yes, but both locations will close at 4:00 pm.

Will thig place and other places open today(black Friday)?

They are most likely open on Black Friday. Best to call them or check their website. We went there on Thanksgiving Day a few years ago and surprisingly they were open. They did close early and only had one or two people working the cash register.

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