Sweet Thanks: Order-Ahead Desserts to Complete Your Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving in the Bay Area just got a little sweeter! If you’re on the hunt for unique, mouth-watering desserts to bring to your holiday table, you’re in luck—local bakeries are putting their own twists on classic Thanksgiving treats. From inventive pies with Filipino flavors to Southern-inspired sweets and refined French tarts, these Bay Area gems are ready to help make your Thanksgiving unforgettable.
Led by renowned pastry chef Melissa Chou, Grand Opening Bakery is known for its inventive treats like burnt honey pie and Parisian egg tart. These signature creations join a selection of seasonal offerings for the holiday, bringing a delightful twist to your table.
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Burnt Honey Pie - beeswax cream, pollen
- Kabocha Black Sesame Cheese Tart
- Yuzu Cranberry Tart
- Apple Almond Tart
- Parisian Egg Tart
2. Maison Nico
📍 Pick-up Nov 26-27: 710 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94111
Maison Nico, led by Michelin-starred chef Nicolas Delaroque, brings a delightful Parisian experience to San Francisco. This Thanksgiving, treat yourself to their seasonal delights that are a perfect blend of French tradition and holiday cheer, crafted to make your celebrations one to remember.
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Whisky Coffee Pecan Tarte
- Pumpkin Flan
- Apple Tart
📍 Pick-up Nov 27-28: 2821 California St, San Francisco, CA 94115
b. patisserie is a pastry lover’s paradise, serving up French-inspired treats with a local twist. Co-founded by pastry chef Belinda Leong and master baker Michel Suas, they’re known for their iconic kouign amann, delicious tarts, and fresh viennoiseries—all made right in front of you in their open kitchen. Enjoy Thanksgiving seasonal-flavored tarts, available in both individual portions and shareable 8" sizes!
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Pumpkin Tart
- Chocolate Pecan Tart
- Apple Tart
📍 Pick-up Nov 27: Foggy Notion - 124 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
Saltwater Bakeshop, born from Chef Brittany Holden’s passion for artisanal baking, brings joy with its flaky croissants and fresh sourdough, all made from locally sourced ingredients. This Thanksgiving, they’re teaming up with pastry chef Gabe LaMothe from Pops' Creole to offer pies bursting with rich Southern flavors—perfect for a cozy holiday treat!
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Sweet Potato Pie
- Bourbon Pecan Pie
- Caramel Apple Pie
📍 Pick-up Nov 27: 1160 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Rize Up Bakery, founded by Azikiwee Anderson, is renowned for its inventive sourdough creations like the vibrant ube loaf and the spicy K-Pop loaf infused with gochujang and scallions. It's no surprise that this Thanksgiving, they're serving up unique holiday treats, each one a delicious twist on classic holiday flavors.
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Japanese Sweet Potato Pie
- Nola Mocha Cream Pie
- Star Orchard Apple Pie
6. Loquat
📍 Pick-up Nov 27: 198 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Loquat Bakery brings Jewish and Levantine flavors to life in their beautifully crafted pastries and desserts. This Thanksgiving, they’re serving up a stunning selection of holiday treats, each one a unique twist on tradition, perfect for a festive table.
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Baharat Pumpkin Pie
- Turkish Coffee Cream Cake
- Labne Cheesecake with Fruit
- Preserved Lemon and Rosemary Tart
- Brown Butter Pine Nut and Bay Leaf Tart
- Pumpkin Babka
📍 Pick-up Nov 27: 851 60th St, Oakland, CA 94608
Lois the Pie Queen is a beloved spot serving up soul-warming Southern classics like chicken and waffles and their famous pies. For the holiday season, they’re offering a delightful array of classic desserts, perfect for adding a sweet touch to your Thanksgiving feast.
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Banana Cream Pie
- Keylime Pie
- Peach Cobbler
- Apple Pie Cheesecake
- Salted Caramel Cheesecake
- Banana Pudding
8. MackBox Desserts & Confections
📍 Pick-up Nov 26-27: 1520 Prescott Street Oakland, CA
MackBox Desserts and Confections is a delightful spot where beautiful treats meet Filipino flair, offering unique creations like chex mix, ube cakes, and milk tea entremets. They're adding a special twist to traditional desserts this holiday, infusing them with Filipino flavors to make your feast truly memorable.
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Champorado Cream Pie
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Panna Cotta
- Ube Cheesecake Panna Cotta
9. Bad Walter’s Bootleg Ice Cream
📍 Pick-up Nov 27-28: 5800 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
Bad Walter's Bootleg Ice Cream serves up ultra-premium, lactose-free treats in bold, nostalgic flavors, all made from scratch and spun fresh on-site. While we're holding out hope for the return of their Thanksgiving ice cream pies next year, this season they're rolling out a special pint pack of Thanksgiving-inspired flavors, just right for adding a sweet touch to your holiday pies and cakes.
Thanksgiving Party Pack Includes:
- Ritz Cracker Frozen Custard
- Brown Butter Pecan
- Basic B Martini (Coffee Kahlua Frozen Custard Swirled with Oaktown Spice Pumpkin Pie Custard)
- Cranberry Sorbet
10. La Kalidad
📍 Pick-up Nov 27: 2700 Fairmont Dr, San Leandro, CA 94578
La Kalidad is a delightful bakery blending Filipino and Californian flavors into artisanal brioche breads and pastries. For Thanksgiving, they’re offering pies in flavors like you’ve never seen, bringing Filipino favorites to the holiday table with every slice a new adventure in flavor.
Dessert Menu Includes:
- Champorado Cream Pie
- Buko Pandan Cream Pie
- Turon Brûlée Pie
- Ube Halaya Cheesecake Pie
- Calamansi Meringue Pie
With so many amazing options, why settle for ordinary? These Bay Area bakeries offer something for every taste, whether you're craving a classic pie with a twist or a bold new flavor experience. Pre-order now to make sure you don’t miss out on these incredible Thanksgiving desserts—your holiday table will thank you!