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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.

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Salut Pies

4.9(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 bakery artisan pies gourmet pies

262 reviews
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Jo's Pies

4.5(284)

bakery · Brooklyn

Local bakery with a wide range of homemade pies, sandwiches and sweets.

homemade pies new zealand nz bakery

259 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, as well as the excellent service.

363 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. We make our own Pickles in-house and proudly serve them along side our handmade pies.

bagels cafe classic deli staples

1,580 reviews
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Puku Pies

4.3(79)

bakery · Johnsonville

Reviewers consistently praise the incredible pies, friendly service, and great value for money.

79 reviews
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Sixes And Sevens

4.7(603)

cafe · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food, particularly the donuts and granola, as well as the friendly atmosphere.

cafe new zealand

603 reviews
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Aurora Argentinian Bakery

4.9(790)

coffee shop · Te Aro

Aurora Argentinian Bakery offers a delightful selection of traditional Argentinian pastries and cakes, perfect for any occasion.

alfajores argentinean argentinian bakery

790 reviews
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Shelly Bay Baker on Leeds Street

4.6(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 bagels baguettes

581 reviews
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Uncle Leo’s Bakery

4.9(475)

bakery · Hataitai

Uncle Leo's Bakery is a beloved bakery in Wellington, known for its passion and dedication to creating the finest baked goods.

artisan breads barista-made coffee belgian chocolate

475 reviews
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Black Lion Bakery & Cafe

4.7(138)

bakery · Te Aro

We make quality artisan breads and pastries. We supply wholesale customers and our cafe is open to the public.

artisan breads pastries vegan options

138 reviews