Australian Meat Pie

The Australian Meat Pie Tradition

Ask any Australian about comfort food and the meat pie will be near the top of the list. These hand-sized pies are filled with minced beef, gravy, and sometimes cheese or onions. Maybe chicken and veg, maybe just veg. They are eaten at sporting events, corner bakeries, and even gas stations.

What Makes an Aussie Meat Pie Different?

• Hand-sized, flaky pastry shell

• Savory filling with rich gravy

• Often topped with tomato sauce (ketchup)

• Designed to be eaten on the go

The Meat Pie in the U.S.

In America, meat pies are less common. You might find pot pies or empanadas, but not the classic Aussie hand pie. Chicago has very few places that make them.

Chapel Street: Home of the Aussie Pie in Chicago

We bake our pies in-house at Chapel Street Cafe and Restaurant. They are flaky, golden, and filled with rich beef gravy. Pair one with a flat white for the most Australian lunch you can get in Chicago.

Varieties We Serve

• Classic beef pot pie

• Chicken and Vegetable

• Veggie (in the works)

Why They Matter

For Aussies living in Chicago, our pies are a taste of home. For locals, they are a chance to experience an iconic Australian food without leaving the city.