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Hours
Mon
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
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PRICE RANGE
$5.00 – $7.00
CUISINES
Fast food, International, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
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Fat Bastard Pies is a local institution, with a line out the door most lunchtimes. Fat Bastard Pies is not just a bakery, but a piece of Southland
The Fat Bastard Bakery is a must-do stop when visiting the Deep South. The envy of the rest of New Zealand there is also an online Pie Club, where you can get fresh glorious Fat Bastard Pies sent to your door.
PRICE RANGE
$5.00 – $7.00
CUISINES
Fast food, International, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Accepts Credit Cards
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5.0
79 reviews
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Stephanie M
Sechelt443 contributions
Nov 2023 • couples
We had heard from some food writers that these were the best meat pies in New Zealand - and they are! We tried the mince/cheese, seafood, chicken/brie/cranberry and steak/mushroom and all were delicious! They are busy from the time they open in the morning too. When our visit in Invercargill was over we picked up some sandwiches and pastries to take in the car with us, which were also really good. They are on the main road and have easy parking there too so you can quickly stop and pick up your pies. When we are next in Invercargill we will be stopping again to enjoy their meat pies.
Written 8 January 2024
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panam14
Invercargill40 contributions
Nov 2024 • couples
Just had a slowcooked beef cheek Potatoe top pie, my God, these are amazingly delicious, usually potato top pies are very average, but these guys mix of ingredients can it bang on good. Pastry is flaky and yet moist enough to enjoy, Potatoe is creamy and blends well with the slow cooked beef cheek. Problem is now that i have had had this dont want anything else, because this is the best I've ever had, i would rather have this for a meal than eat out at a restaurant, really, really rate it, thanks guy.
Written 22 November 2024
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Linzz
8 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
The best pies in New Zealand cost abit more but worth every cent.. the fillings are superb and heaps of it. I like them all except the 🌶 pepper only because I do not like much pepper.. great wee shop..
Written 25 September 2022
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mccdzyne
Papamoa597 contributions
Jul 2021 • couples
On our recent day trip to Invercargill and the Bluff, stopped in for a pie at Fat Bastard. Had read an article about them , best pie shop in the deep south. We got there about midday and there was a queue out the door. The are very efficient so not to long a wait, but worth it. Great pies , just right amount of pastry to filling ratio, cooked and crisp base with tasty gravy and meat filling. Had the lamb and the missus had the pepper steak. Both really enjoyed them. If I lived here, would definitely be a fat bastard đź¤
Written 30 July 2021
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NZ_Rick_n_Kay
Hamilton673 contributions
Jun 2021 • solo
Just had to stop and buy a pie because of the name.
The selection of pie fillings were very interesting to say the least, would love to have tried them all, but as we were leaving that day, I could only purchase 1. The pepper steak pie. It was nice and full of meat.
Also purchased a custard square, unfortunately I only got to taste a small bite, as my wife ate it 95% of it, and loved it.
There was a great range of slices etc available, as were other lunch menu items.
Coffee was also available.
Will definitely come back the next time we are in the deep South.
Written 2 June 2021
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Moana033
Auckland187 contributions
Jan 2021 • none
Watched multiple You Tube vids of this place prior to doing the South Island road trip and was looking forward to seeing what it was all about. Filling is beyond amazing! Had the Steak n Mushroom one day and the Seafood the next day. The bottom pastry needed another 10mins to cook as it was nowhere near golden, on both days, at different times however - all 9 of us agree the filling is THE ONE!
Written 20 January 2021
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Bonza192
Invercargill137 contributions
Mar 2020 • none
Great pies. My favourite is chicken and bacon. We buy trays of these pies for the freezer. So much filling and so tasty. My dad loves the seafood one and my husband the lamb pie. I had a takeaway at lunchtime and the shop had a great selection of cakes and sandwiches, wraps and hot food. The sweets looked amazing . My daughter got a Nutella croissant which she loved and we both got chicken pies . Yummy
Written 11 March 2020
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rob C
Coromandel98 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
This little roadside pie shop in Invercargill is the ultimate place to stop for a real Kiwi pie. the range is big, the pie size bigger and quality cant be beat, pastry is light and flakey and the fillings divine. We tried Mutton, seafood, Chicken and Mushroom and went back a second day form more. this is a must shop if travelling out of Invercargill
Written 25 February 2020
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rosienaci
Takaka13 contributions
Feb 2020 • couples
Perfectly cooked, great taste, our pies even looked even looked picture perfect.
We both got seafood pies but there is also a vegan thai curry to try for next time. And I'm sure the meat pies will be fantastic too. Popular little place.
Written 6 February 2020
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Rielle
New Zealand57 contributions
Sept 2020 • solo
GREAT food, pies , sweets and drinks available too. Very well priced and suitable for vegetarians and vegans. As someone with dietary requirements I find most food i get elsewhere is bland.... but not at fat bastards. Best pies ever!!
Written 15 September 2020
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JakeRaven
Wellington102 contributions
Jun 2021 • solo
A busy morning tea and lunch bar. I was able to try their caramel slice, cheese roll and steak and cheese pie over two visits.
They were all top class. I visited at a busy time, so the woman who served me was run off her feet and a little lacking in the famous Southland hospitality. But the food quality absolutely made up for it. Delicious.
Written 28 July 2021
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Derek
Dunedin60 contributions
Aug 2022 • family
Had to try this place as the name cracks me up. We all became fat bastards after trying this place because it was delicious. I got the Mutton and my wife got the farmhouse chicken. They were both amazing and very filling. Can't wait to return to be a fat bastard again.
Written 7 August 2022
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Brian
Auckland Central9 contributions
Mar 2023 • couples
While we didn't get a pie, we did go in and have a look because it was so highly recommended. What I can say is the line was long, and the pie case was soooo well stocked. Just sorry it was the wrong time of day for us. Next time for sure.
Written 9 April 2023
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Piamarie B
57 contributions
Feb 2020 • couples
Driving thru from Bluff & had to stop after reading a recommendation in our travel literature. Over the top yummy goodness!! Staff very friendly. The seafood pie was delicious as was the mince & cheese. Had to buy 4 other flavors because we couldn’t decide:) Great men’s tees & shorts as souvenirs too! Even if Invercargill isn’t in your itinerary, consider taking the detour to enjoy this decadence!!
Written 25 February 2020
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M0xie4
120 contributions
Apr 2021 • none
Tell anyone you are going to Invercargill and this place gets mentioned. Quite rightly too! Fab pies, and not overpriced either.
Favourites were the mince and cheese, and the chicken, cranberry and brie. The least was the mutton pie
Shame it's not open at the weekend though.
Written 1 May 2021
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