Hi there! Today we are going to talk about the Famous Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies.
This Oklahoma staple has been serving delicious fried pies since the 50’s and an iconic stopping point along Interstate 35.
For those of you on Spring Break this week, why not pay this place a visit when visiting Chickasaw Country.
Before I get hungry talking about this place, let’s jump into the article.
For more information on the Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies, here is a link to their website.
Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies: Diving into History
It all started in the tiny town of Springer, Oklahoma (pop 689 to be exact). Maude Pletcher’s recipe was actually handed down and later was perfected by all nine of her kids.
Other farmers and ranchers played a role in this as well as they made frequent stops at the house.
So, in 1954, one of Maude’s sons, E.W. and his wife Lola, purchased the property where the Davis Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies shop is currently located.
With that being said, many developments began to slowly change the landscape as Interstate 35 was built which made this a very popular corridor.
Texaco leased the land and built a filling station in 1973. Eventually, the lease ended, and E.W. acquired ownership of the station and land once again.
But as owning any business, the difficulties began to manifest. Ace Pletcher (E.W.’s brother) asked if he place a Cattle Company Restaurant in the struggling station in 1984.
Paying homage to the memories of Maude’s fried pies, they began placing them on the menu and began to sell these delicious fried pastries.
Eventually, Ace moved onto another business and the station converted into a convenience store. E.W.’s son, Jerry and his wife Diane gained ownership of the tiny station and began selling his grandma’s original fried pies once again.
The rest is history. Business finally began to flourish as they turned more attention to the delicious pastries. Through the years, many flavors were eventually added, and the business began to expand.
Not only is this a famous staple in the Sooner State, but surrounding states as well began to take notice.
The Menu
Instead of boring you with a bunch of adjectives on these pastries, I will give you a quick breakdown of what to expect with their menu.
Sweet Pies
- Cherry
- Peach
- Apricot
- Pineapple
- Blackberry
- Apple
- Blueberry
- Strawberry
- Pecan
That’s not all they have. They have a No Sugar Option too. Let’s take a look.
- Cherry
- Peach
- Apricot
- Pineapple
- Blackberry
- Apple
- Blueberry
Cream Pies
- Chocolate
- Coconut
- Lemon
- Vanilla
- Peanut Butter Chocolate
Savory Pies
These are good no matter the time of day!
- Bacon, Egg, & Cheese
- Sausage, Egg & Cheese
- Polish Sausage & Potato
- Broccoli & Chicken
- Chicken & Vegetable
- Pizza Style
- Tex/Mex
- Spinach, Mushroom, & Potato
Hours & Directions
The Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies is open daily from 7am-7pm
Address
The original location is in Davis, Oklahoma
4145 US Highway 77 South
But for those who want to enjoy these fried pastries they have locations in the following areas.
- Edmond
- Newcastle
- Duncan
- Davenport
- Oklahoma City
- Tonkawa
The best news for surrounding states is that they have some locations there too. Let’s Check it out.
Kansas
- Alma
- Wichita
Arkansas
- Gentry
Texas
- Glen Rose
- Gainesville
- Wichita Falls
Business Oppurtunites
My favorite thing besides the outstanding fried pies, is the fact that they support entrepreneurs.
They believe in this simple mission. As a Pie shop operator, you are actually a licensee, not a franchise. What does this mean?
All you have to pay is the upfront licensing fee and agree to use the Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pie products and their exclusive pie making processes in exchange for the right to use their brand name, trademark, and logo.
They won’t dictate the size of the shop, location or the colors you paint the walls. From Grocery Stores to Restaurants, their licensees can come in many different forms.
I haven’t gotten to try all of these pies, but one thing I am certain of, Maude would be very proud of her family’s legacy.
Thoughts & Takeaways
And that will wrap up things for today. The Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies is a one-of-a-kind staple here in the Sooner State and surrounding areas. From Savory to Sweet, you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. The Family tradition is tried and true and the fact that they support entrepreneurs is unique in its own way. I hope you enjoyed this article. Please share your experiences and memories with the Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies in the comment section below.
-CT