The Small Town In Arizona Boasting World-Famous Pie Is The Sweetest Day Trip Destination

Seeking out the best pie in Arizona? Let your stomach guide you to Black Canyon City, a teeny tiny town tucked away in Yavapai County. It's here where you'll find Rock Springs Café, a century-old restaurant with world-famous pie. Over a dozen flavors are baked fresh daily, and your taste buds will thank you for making the trip to one of the best pie shops in AZ.

An unincorporated community in Yavapai County, Black Canyon City is a small Arizona town that fewer than 3,000 people call home.

Most simply pass through town without stopping, as it's just north of the Phoenix metro area on I-17.

Next time you're headed north past the capital city, however, we highly recommend making a pit stop in this little gem.

Between its rich history, beautiful nature, and delicious food, Black Canyon City is the perfect day trip destination.

Speaking of good eats, no visit here would be complete without enjoying a meal at Rock Springs Café.

Established in 1918, this local institution is world-famous for its pie. After all, there's a pie painted on the outside of the restaurant!

As soon as you step inside, you'll see shelf upon shelf lined with premade pies ready to be taken home and devoured.

From light and refreshing lemon meringue to rich pecan, over a dozen different types of pies are baked fresh every morning.

The pies are made with only the finest ingredients, and they even ship and deliver!

If you need a little savory to balance out all the sweetness, there's also a full menu of hearty, homestyle eats. From patty melts to chicken-fried steak, the options are endless.

Don't forget to check out their general store before you leave! All sorts of old-fashioned items offer a heavy dose of nostalgia.

Check out this YouTube video by RVerTV for a virtual tour of the restaurant:

Hours are 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. daily. Visit the restaurant's website or Facebook page for more information, such as a full menu.

Have you ever been to Black Canyon City? If so, did you stop for pie at Rock Springs Café? Tell us all about your experience in the comments, and don't forget to nominate your favorite AZ pie shops for a chance to see them featured in an upcoming article! For more of the best pie in Arizona, check out our previous article.