Ready for the sweetest road trip you can take? While we have curated several road trips over the years, this one takes the cake…or, shall we say, pie. Take our ultimate pie shop road trip in Illinois and satisfy your pie cravings in the best way possible.

This road trip to some of the best pie shops in Illinois clocks in at about 185 miles and will take just under 3.5 hours of drive time. You can use the interactive map we created to guide you. Ready to hit the road? Let’s go!

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1. Pies by Inge, Monticello
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212 W Washington St, Monticello, IL 61856, USA
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Made from scratch, the small-batch pies from Pies by Inge are fresh and made without any preservatives. You can order a baked pie like the Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie, a cream pie like the Butterscotch Cream, or a fruit pie like Apple Streusel. Everything here is fresh and delicious.

Visit the Pies by Inge website for more information.
2. Lucky Moon Pies & More, Mahomet
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401 E Oak St, Mahomet, IL 61853, USA
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Life is sweet when you can have some pie, right? Lucky Moon Pies is a gem of a pie shop and even has a Pie of the Month club.

Visit the Lucky Moon Pies & More website for more information.
3. Common Grounds Cafe & Pie Shop, Gridley
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102 W Gridley Rd, Gridley, IL 61744, USA
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Few things pair as well together as coffee and pie. And that's what you'll find here at Common Grounds Cafe & Pie Shop. There is a whole list of seasonal pies just waiting to be tried along with specialty coffee drinks!

Visit the Common Grounds Cafe & Pie Shop website for more information.
4. The Confectionery Inc., Morton
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131 S Plum Ave, Morton, IL 61550, USA
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Open since 1976, this bakery has used the same recipes since then. Why change a good thing when you don't have to, right? There are more than 30 from-scratch pies to choose from here and you will probably want to try them all. Pictured here is a Cherry Raspberry Pie...doesn't it look amazing?

Visit The Confectionery Inc. website for more information.
5. Apple Barn, Chatham
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2290 E Walnut St, Chatham, IL 62629, USA
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The Apple Barn may be a popular place to purchase plants but it also has an incredible bakery. And at the bakery, you'll find a variety of homemade pies including apple crumb, coconut cream, and lemon meringue. What pie (or pies) will you try?

Visit the Apple Barn website for more information.

Are you ready to hit the road on the ultimate pie shop road trip in Illinois? What a sweet adventure you’ll have! What is your favorite pie shop in Illinois? Tell us about it in the comments!

And if you’re looking to balance out that pie with some ice cream (a la mode, friends!), this Illinois Ice Cream Trail is the sweetest trip you’ll ever take… after, of course, the above pie adventure.

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Best Pie Shops In Illinois

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What are the best diners in Illinois?

Pies and diners go hand-in-hand, don't they? If you enjoyed visiting the cozy and delicious pie shops in Illinois outlined above, wait until you check out the following IL diners:

  • Merry Ann's Diner. In addition to traditional comfort food classics like burgers and your favorite breakfast foods, try this overstuffed sandwich when you dine at Merry Ann's Diner.
  • The Junction Diner, Forest Park. A family favorite, The Junction Diner is also known for its specials like eggplant parmigiana served with yummy sweet potato fries.
  • Charlie Parker's Diner, Springfield. One of the most famous diners in Illinois, Charlie Parker's Diner has been around since 1992. Aside from the fun and friendly vibe, treat yourself to chicken and waffles or other comfort food when you dine here.
  • The Geneva Diner. You'll feel how cozy this small-town diner is when you sit down for a bite. Aside from the warm atmosphere, the massive portions at The Geneva Diner adds to this being one of the homiest diners in Illinois and is the kind of place you just want to come and hang out!
  • Honey Bee Cafe. You might be overwhelmed by all the choices on the menu when you dine at Honey Bee Cafe. If you struggle to decide what the order, you can always opt for their infamous pancakes... they're so good!

 

What's the oldest restaurant in Illinois?

There are many restaurants in Illinois that have stood the test of time, and one of our favorites is Tom's Place. Founded in 1921 by restauranteur Tom Endsley, it's one of only a couple of restaurants in the small town, but in its more than 100-year history, the family-owned restaurant has certainly made its mark! While the dining room retains its historic charm, changes like adding real flowers, tabletop candles, and fresh linens make the atmosphere feel more in line with the updated cuisine.

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