London’s sweet-pie scene is having a moment, and pumpkin pie is right at the centre of it. What used to be a niche expat craving is now something bakeries actually get excited about. We’re talking silky custards made with roasted pumpkin, gently spiced fillings that smell like autumn in a tin, and crusts so buttery they’re borderline dangerous. Some places keep it classic, others go all out with brûléed tops, brown-butter bases, rye or buckwheat crusts, maple whipped cream… it’s chaos, but in the best way.

This guide rounds up the spots we keep telling friends about: Fink’s, N5 Bakery, Jolene, Quince, Esters and more. They’re all doing something different with pumpkin pie, alongside their usual roasted-fruit tarts and custard numbers. And with Thanksgiving now properly part of London’s food calendar, it feels like every bakery is trying to outdo itself - which is great news for us. Basically, if you’re chasing the perfect slice of pumpkin pie, this is where to start.