Café
Zak the Baker
Zak the Baker is a kosher-certified Wynwood bakery and café known for its sourdough bread and pastries, open from Sunday to Friday.
Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop
Fireman Derek's Bake Shop is a Wynwood pie shop founded by former Miami firefighter Derek Kaplan, known for key lime pie as well as cakes and cookies.
At a glance
- Type
- Pie and dessert bakery
- Area
- Wynwood, Miami, United States
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Official site
- firemandereks.com
Good to know
- Key lime pie
- Cakes and cookies
- Second shop in Coconut Grove
Why we recommend it
Fireman Derek's Bake Shop was started by Derek Kaplan, a former Miami firefighter and Division I American football player whose love of pies turned into a business. The Wynwood shop on North Miami Avenue is a good place to try one of Florida's signature desserts, key lime pie, along with a wider range of pies, cakes, cheesecakes and cookies.
Key lime pie is the obvious order, and the shop highlights it on its website alongside recognition from the local press. It is worth looking at the other pies on offer too, including caramel pie, which features in the shop's photographs. A slice with a coffee makes an easy afternoon break, while whole pies and cakes are popular for celebrations and can be ordered ahead if you need one for a particular day.
Opening hours are not published on the main website, so check the shop's own pages or call before a special trip. As a general tip, bakeries that sell by the slice can run out of the most popular flavours later in the day, so going earlier gives you the best choice. If you want a whole pie, ordering in advance avoids disappointment.
The shop suits anyone with a sweet tooth, families looking for a treat, and visitors who want to try key lime pie in its home state. It is also a practical stop if you are heading to a party or a picnic and want to bring dessert. Couples exploring Wynwood will find it a pleasant place to pause between galleries and murals.
If you are staying in Coconut Grove rather than Wynwood, the Main Highway shop is a convenient alternative, with its own phone line on 786-502-2396.
The Wynwood shop is at 2545 North Miami Avenue, Bay 1, a short walk from Wynwood Walls at 2516 NW 2nd Avenue, Zak the Baker on NW 26th Street and Panther Coffee on NW 2nd Avenue. A second Miami shop is at 3435 Main Highway in Coconut Grove, close to Ariete and Greenstreet Cafe, and there is also a branch in Fort Lauderdale. Parking in Wynwood is easiest at the Wynwood Garage at 311 NW 26th Street, or arrive by trolley along NW 2nd Avenue from Monday to Saturday.
Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop FAQs
What is Fireman Derek's known for?
Its pies, especially key lime pie.
Who founded the bake shop?
Derek Kaplan, a former Miami firefighter.
Does it sell more than pies?
Yes, it also makes cakes, cheesecakes and cookies.
Where is the Wynwood shop?
At 2545 North Miami Avenue, Bay 1, a short walk from Wynwood Walls.
Is there another location?
Yes, at 3435 Main Highway in Coconut Grove, plus a branch in Fort Lauderdale.
Can I order a whole pie?
Yes, whole pies and cakes are popular for celebrations, and ordering ahead is sensible.
What are the opening hours?
Hours are not on the main website, so call the shop before a special trip.
What is the phone number for Wynwood?
The Wynwood shop's number is 786-703-3623.