Come The Pies

The finals are upon us again and nothing goes together like footy and the humble pie. But not all pies are made equal, and the game of the year deserves nothing but the upper crust. When the final whistle blows it's a given that some of us will need a meal to rival that sweet taste of victory, while the rest hunt something to drive away the bitter tang of defeat. Don't play patsy to subpar pastries - here are a few places to get a slice of baked gold when Mrs Mac's and Four'N Twenty just aren't kicking goals.            

Goat Pie Guy

Mick Hobson is a massive fan of goats, they're one of his favourite ingredients. Looking to share his love with the world and showcase the delicate qualities of goat meat he started Goat Pie Guy, and we reckon he's proved his point. Hobson's signature creation is the Deluxe Goat Pie: slow cooked goat meat infused with honey and thyme, and finished with a balsamic reduction. Plus, to further meet your post final celebration/commiseration needs, Goat Pie Guy are fully licensed, so you can knock back a Mountain Goat beer or cider with your pie (seriously).

Where: 1/97 Braun Street Deagon

Yatala

Pies have been the plate and the prize in one delicious package since 9500 BC, and Yalata Pies have been slinging them basically the whole time. Okay, that's exaggerating, but this landmark bakery really has been part of the Australian culinary landscape for 130 years. After nearly a century a half manning the ovens, you can bet they know what they're doing. Though most can't pass the classic, tried-and-true Steak Pie, Yatala also make everything from vegetable to Lamb Coconut Curry pies. Our personal favourite is the Tradie: steak, bacon, cheese, tomato and egg.

Where: 48 Old Pacific Highway Yatala

Jocelyn's Provisions

Jocelyn's Provisions do everything from wedding cakes to biscuits, and smack bang in the centre circle is a mouth-watering selection of pies. They look as good as they taste, too. We're sure more than one perplexed bride has found herself nibbling a Lamb & Rosemary pastry on the day of her nuptials after glimpsing these golden delights while browsing Jocelyn's more tier-centric creations. Since everything on offer is hand-made from traditional recipes using top-shelf ingredients we doubt they were too disappointed.

Where: 8 Doggett Street Fortitude Valley

Beefy's Pies

If you're talking about genuine, good ol' fashioned, 'Strayan tucker then you're probably talking about Beefy's Pies. With the tagline "bigger, better, beefier" there isn't much room for misinterpretation, and with years of awards pinned to their crust you know Beefy's pies aren't flaky. They even snagged Australia's Best Gluten Free Pie at last year's Great Aussie Meat Pie Competition in Sydney. Their menu has everything from Steak & Mushy Pea to Thai Green Curry and their flagship, the Signature Steak Pie, is made from all Aussie beef cooked in rich gravy and Beefy's secret seasonings. 

Where: Shop 3 / Frizzo Road Palmview