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Best Pies in Wellington (2026)

The pie is a New Zealand institution, and Wellington bakers take it seriously. These are the flakiest, most flavour-packed pies in the city.

10 places

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Aurora Argentinian Bakery

4.9(790)

coffee shop · Te Aro

Aurora Argentinian Bakery offers a delightful range of traditional Argentinian pastries and vegan options, perfect for any occasion.

alfajores argentinean argentinian pastries

790 reviews

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Uncle Leo’s Bakery

4.9(475)

bakery · Hataitai

Uncle Leo's Bakery offers a delightful variety of artisan breads, scrumptious sweet treats, and amazing barista-made coffee, crafted with love to spread happiness.

artisan breads barista-made coffee french bakery

475 reviews

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Salut Pies

4.8(262)

bakery · Te Aro

What started as a daily changing pie menu in Ōtaki has grown up into an ever evolving pie wall of flavours in Wellington, NZ. Our pies are small-batch and made to be eaten on the go (or with a fork and a moment of silence, we’re not judging).

artisan pies new zealand nz meat pie

262 reviews

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Black Lion Bakery & Cafe

4.7(138)

bakery · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious vegan and gluten free options, as well as the attentive service.

138 reviews

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Shelly Bay Baker on Leeds Street

4.7(581)

cafe · Te Aro

Shelly Bay Baker is a small bakery in Wellington, NZ that believes in real bread. We use natural levains for sourdough breads, loafs, bagels, & baguettes.

artisan sourdough cafe fresh bagels

581 reviews

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Sixes And Sevens

4.6(603)

cafe · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food, especially the donuts and granola, and the friendly atmosphere.

cafe new zealand

603 reviews

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Patrisha's Pies (Island Bay)

4.5(363)

bakery · Island Bay

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious pies and pastries, highlighting the quality of the crust and fillings.

363 reviews

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Jo's Pies

4.4(259)

bakery · Brooklyn

Reviewers consistently praise the quality and flavor of the pies, along with friendly service and a pleasant atmosphere.

new zealand

259 reviews

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Puku Pies

4.4(78)

bakery · Johnsonville

Reviewers consistently praise the incredible pies and friendly service, highlighting the generous fillings and great value.

cafe

78 reviews

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Pickle & Pie

4.2(1,632)

cafe · Te Aro

Pickle & Pie is a Wellington-take on a NYC deli. We serve up all the ‘classics’ like pastrami, lox salmon, bagels, matzo ball soup and sweet pies.

bagels cafe delicatessen

1,580 reviews