Where to Find the Best Pecan Pie in Texas
The pecan tree is the official state tree of Texas, and the pecan is the official state health nut. By extension, Pecan Pie is the undisputed king of Texas desserts. It is massively rich, heavily sweetened with corn syrup or molasses, and loaded with buttery pecans. You cannot leave the state without eating a slice. Here is where to find the best in DFW.
The 'Drunken Nut'
Emporium Pies (with locations in Bishop Arts, Deep Ellum, and McKinney) is a boutique pie shop that has achieved legendary status in Dallas. Their pecan pie is called 'The Drunken Nut'—it features a massive amount of pecans and is heavily spiked with bourbon. It is incredibly rich and flawless.
A Perfect Finish
After you eat a massive platter of brisket at Pecan Lodge in Deep Ellum, you must order a slice of their homemade pecan pie. It is a traditional, sticky, intensely sweet recipe that perfectly cuts through the heavy smoke of the barbecue.
Mile-High Pies
Norma's Cafe is famous for their 'Mile-High' pies, which feature massive domes of meringue. However, their traditional Texas Pecan pie is a deeply authentic, old-school diner classic. It is unpretentious, incredibly sweet, and best served warm with coffee.
Refined Sugar
If you are dining at Sissy's Southern Kitchen, save room for dessert. Their pecan pie is slightly more refined, often served with a massive dollop of freshly whipped cream to balance the intense sweetness of the filling.
Sugar Shock
Texas pecan pie is not a light dessert. A single slice contains a staggering amount of sugar and butter. Do not attempt to eat an entire slice by yourself if you have just finished a massive Tex-Mex or BBQ meal. Share it with the table.
World Cup 2026 Dallas Tips
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is staggeringly massive. AT&T Stadium is located in Arlington, which sits directly between Dallas and Fort Worth. Arlington has zero public rail transportation. You will absolutely need to rent a car or rely heavily on expensive rideshares to get to the stadium. If you rely on Uber after a match, expect to wait over an hour in intense heat while surge pricing multiplies your fare.