Fat Bastard Pies

About Fat Bastard Pies

Fat Bastard Pies is a bakery in the Deep South of New Zealand, based in Invercargill, making classic NZ pies "honest" - butchery, pastry and fillings all done in-house. The philosophy is simple: aim to undercharge and over-deliver, with no soggy bottoms or stodgy fillings, on a self-described mission to uphold the dignity of New Zealand's national dish.

The bakery offers a rotating line-up of pie flavours from classic mince and steak & cheese through to a seafood chowder pie and a traditional Southland mutton pie, alongside a monthly featured "Pie of the Month". Pies can be bought in person at the Invercargill bakery, ordered online through the Pie Club for nationwide delivery, given as gift boxes, or ordered in bulk for workplaces.

Fat Bastard Pies: Invercargill's Home of Honest NZ Pies

In the Deep South of New Zealand, Fat Bastard Pies has built its Invercargill bakery around a simple idea: make classic NZ pies honest again. Butchery, pastry and fillings are all done in-house, with a stated aim to undercharge and over-deliver - because, as the bakery puts it, life's too short for soggy bottoms and stodgy fillings.

Back to Basics

Fat Bastard Pies describes its approach as "back to basics" - butchery, pastry and fillings done in-house like it's 1987, but with modern standards behind it. The team frames its work as a mission to uphold the dignity of New Zealand's national dish, rather than cutting corners on a takeaway staple.

A Flavour for Everyone

The line-up ranges from the traditional - a Classic Fat Bastard Mince Pie and a Southland Mutton Pie made the old way, with no gravy - through to bolder options like The Flaming Moo, steak smothered in creamy jalapeño cheese, and Lucifer's Pepper Steak Pie, a fiery pick the bakery suggests pairing with a glass of milk. Seafood lovers can go for The Big Nude Seafood Pie, built on a homemade chowder mix, while the Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pie and Creamy Farmhouse Chicken Pie offer a change of pace from the classic mince and steak options. A monthly "Pie of the Month" keeps the range rotating for regulars.

More Than Just a Counter

Beyond walking in for a pie, Fat Bastard Pies runs a Pie Club offering nationwide delivery, gift pie boxes, and bulk ordering for workplaces. Merchandise is also available through a separate online store for fans of the brand.

Visiting Fat Bastard Pies

The Invercargill bakery is located at 158 Tay Street, open Monday to Friday from 6:30am to 4:00pm, and closed on weekends.

Signature items

• Southland Mutton Pie
• The Flaming Moo
• Lucifer's Pepper Steak Pie
• The Big Nude Seafood Pie
• Classic Fat Bastard Mince Pie
• Piggy Bastard (Pork Pie)

Menu

Pies

• The Flaming Moo — Rich and tender export quality steak smothered in creamy jalapeño cheese
• Piggy Bastard (Pork Pie) — Juicy roast pork in a honey, mustard and apple sauce
• Mr Potato Head (Potato Top Pie) — A no-nonsense potato top pie loaded with mince
• Lucifer's Pepper Steak Pie — Fiery pepper steak - best enjoyed with a glass of milk on hand
• Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pie — Sweet cranberry and creamy brie on roasted chicken and bacon
• The Big Nude Seafood Pie — A homemade chowder mix from the deep south
• The Mr Mince & Big Cheese — Classic mince combined with creamy hot cheese
• Creamy Farmhouse Chicken Pie — Roasted chicken and bacon in a thick, flavoursome sauce
• Classic Fat Bastard Mince Pie — A classic mince pie, done properly with no shortcuts
• Miss Steak & Cheese Pie — A steak and cheese pie done properly
• Southland Mutton Pie — Traditional mutton pie, no gravy, dripping in fat under pastry

Frequently asked questions

Where is Fat Bastard Pies located?

At 158 Tay Street, Invercargill, in the Deep South of New Zealand.

What are the opening hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 4:00pm. Closed on weekends.

Can I order pies online?

Yes, through the Pie Club for nationwide delivery.

Does Fat Bastard Pies do bulk or workplace orders?

Yes, bulk orders and workplace pie ordering are available.

Can I buy a gift box of pies?

Yes, gift pies are available to order.

Is there a rotating pie flavour?

Yes, a monthly "Pie of the Month" is featured.

Tips

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