Inventive, award-winning pies w/ unique flavors like Sweet Corn Custard & Bittersweet Choc Pecan. A must-try for pie lovers!
This beloved bakery has gained a cult following for its exceptional pies, with a rotating selection of seasonal and inventive flavors that keep customers coming back. Beyond the classic fruit pies, they are known for unique creations like the Sweet Corn Custard Pie and the Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie. While some find the pies a bit pricey, the quality and creativity of the offerings are widely praised, making it a must-visit for dessert enthusiasts.
This establishment is renowned for its exceptional pies, featuring both classic and creative flavor combinations. Popular choices include the Sweet Corn Custard Pie, Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie, and seasonal offerings. While generally receiving high marks, some discussions touch on the pie crust's texture and price point, though these are often outweighed by the overall quality.
"The Sweet Corn Custard Pie and Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie are frequently lauded. Other highly recommended options include the black bottom oat pie, lemon chess pie, and seasonal fruit pies."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the unique and delicious pies, often calling them 'divine' and 'the best.' While some note it can be pricey, the quality and creativity justify the cost for most.
Important Note
Some customers find the pies to be on the pricier side. There have been discussions regarding the pie crust's texture, which some find divisive. There is also some concern and discussion around the restaurant's partnership with Wonder.
"This commenter stated that Four and Twenty Blackbirds sells chocolate pecan pies."
Positive"This commenter mentioned that Four and Twenty Blackbirds has a derby special pie available at the moment."
Positive"A commenter emphatically stated that Four and Twenty Blackbirds is divine."
Positive"The commenter expressed a desire to return to Four and Twenty Blackbirds with a larger group to try more of their offerings, noting the need to accept some food waste to do so."
Positive"A commenter reminisced about visiting Four and Twenty Blackbirds with their children and sharing slices, finding the experience to be great."
Positive"A salted custard tart from Four and Twenty Blackbirds, purchased from Cheese Plate Brooklyn, was rated 10/10 and described as absolutely amazing."
Positive"This user mentions that Four & Twenty Blackbirds' whole pies are sold at Mast Market on the UWS and that they used to buy slices from the cafe at Central Library, suggesting the product remains consistent."
Neutral"This user states that Four & Twenty Blackbirds serves better pie in their shop and that the owners intended it as a neighborhood pie shop. They don't foresee it closing unless sold, which they also don't expect soon."
Positive"This user is concerned about the availability of pie slices, as the only current option besides wholesale is the brick-and-mortar store, which would force them to use the Wonder app if it closed."
Negative"This user discovered Four & Twenty Blackbirds through Wonder after ordering their coffee pie on a whim. They were impressed by the quality and are now eager to try more pies from the establishment."
Positive"This user states that Four & Twenty Blackbirds has been doing wholesale for a while, which is how they stay in business, and that the quality remains great."
Positive"Following up on the wholesale discussion, this user asks if the person still likes pie, and the original poster clarifies they do, even the ones they helped make in bulk."
Neutral"This user, who worked at Four & Twenty Blackbirds' production facility, confirms they have a large wholesale operation for frozen pies in addition to their retail shop. They mention selling many apple pies wholesale and are not concerned about the brand unless it's sold."
Positive"This user is unsure about the exact nature of the partnership but notes that whole pies are available at Green Grape Provisions and slices were previously sold at the Central Library cafe. They prefer to order directly from the Gowanus Four & Twenty Blackbirds location rather than using Wonder."
Neutral"This user advises against using delivery apps like Seamless and Grubhub, and encourages ordering directly from restaurants to support independent establishments in NYC."
Neutral"This user suggests that Four & Twenty Blackbirds has had a robust wholesale business for years as a way to remain in business."
Neutral"This user reiterates that if a pie flavor were exclusive to Wonder, it would be worse, and suggests ordering directly from Four & Twenty Blackbirds."
Neutral"This user notes that the featured pie flavor is still available on Four & Twenty Blackbirds' own website, but would be upset if Wonder made a flavor exclusive. They advise ordering directly from the restaurant."
Neutral"This user believes Four & Twenty Blackbirds is selling pies on Wonder, but is glad it's not a microwaved version. They express frustration that Wonder has the resources to partner with and potentially "sell out" local establishments."
Negative"This user suggests that Four & Twenty Blackbirds might have been added to Wonder without consent, similar to how DoorDash operates. However, another user points out that the restaurant tagged Wonder in their post, implying consent."
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