Pie Boss
A charming bakery specializing in authentic South African savory meat pies with flaky crusts and a variety of traditional fillings.
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Pie Boss
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Must-see attractions
A charming bakery specializing in authentic South African savory meat pies with flaky crusts and a variety of traditional fillings.
Call Ahead for Orders
Check the website for daily updates. Call ahead to order or inquire about available flavors for immediate or frozen options.
Pre-order Frozen Pies
For bake-at-home options, call a few days in advance to secure your order, especially for larger quantities.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Bakery, South African
Price
Mid-range
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Authentic Savory Pies
Indulge in flaky, buttery meat pies with traditional British and New Zealand flavors, like peppersteak and spicy chicken.
Warm, Friendly Service
Experience genuine hospitality from the owners, ensuring fresh, piping hot pies are served with a smile.
Unique Flavor Combinations
Explore exciting options beyond the usual, such as peri-peri chicken, cheeseburger, and spinach & feta pies.
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Call Ahead for Orders
Check the website for daily updates. Call ahead to order or inquire about available flavors for immediate or frozen options.
Pre-order Frozen Pies
For bake-at-home options, call a few days in advance to secure your order, especially for larger quantities.
Request Freshly Baked
If dining in, wait for a freshly baked pie (approx. 35 min) for the best crust and flavor experience.
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from all over the internet
Call Ahead for Orders
Check the website for daily updates. Call ahead to order or inquire about available flavors for immediate or frozen options.
Pre-order Frozen Pies
For bake-at-home options, call a few days in advance to secure your order, especially for larger quantities.
Request Freshly Baked
If dining in, wait for a freshly baked pie (approx. 35 min) for the best crust and flavor experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Pie Boss is celebrated for its exceptionally flaky crusts and authentic, savory meat pies, reminiscent of traditional British and New Zealand flavors. While the pies are consistently praised for their deliciousness and unique fillings, some customers note the small portion sizes and the restaurant's take-out-only nature. Service is often described as warm and friendly, though occasional comments mention issues with hygiene or inconsistent pie quality if not freshly baked.
"Make sure you call ahead if you're expecting to eat right away. This is basically a takeout operation, but don't let that dissuade you from giving them a shot. The location is easy to find with plenty of parking. The pies are absolutely fantastic and fairly priced. I got the spicy chicken (not too spicy at all) and the chicken pot pie and they were both delicious. I followed the simple bake at home instructions and they were great. I brought the pies home to Chicago after stopping at the outlets and they did fine."
Ashley Williams
"Called ahead to get two Piri Piri chicken pies and a sausage roll. Haven't been in by in a couple years. I won't make the mistake of not
getting my Pie Boss fix again!
Took home four more for the freezer, and the fantastic Apple Crumble dessert.
Lovely meat pies and delicious desserts.
The owner is friendly, helpful, and one hell of a great chef. Don't wait on this unique restaurant in the best city in Illinois"
Suzane Weber
"I actually found this place on Yelp when I was browsing and looking for new places to try. I used to live in Aurora so it was not a far drive. They have a private parking lot so you don’t have to worry about finding parking. Now, for the pies themselves they are not big. I had to eat at least 3 to fill up but they were delicious. I ordered the chicken and mushroom, cheeseburger, and pepper steak. They were well made and require 30-45 mins to cook. Prices have gone up, now it’s in the range of like $7-9 something. Employees were very nice."
Nicholas P
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Pie Boss primarily operates as a take-out establishment with limited seating. It's recommended to call ahead for orders.
Popular choices include Pepper Steak, Chicken and Mushroom, Chicken Peri-peri, and Cheeseburger pies.
Yes, you can purchase frozen pies to bake at home. It's advisable to call a few days in advance to secure your order.
Yes, there is usually a vegetarian option on the menu, such as spinach and feta.
Pies made to order typically take about 35-45 minutes to bake fresh.
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Is it flaky along the edges, buttery and so full of flavor you don’t know how it could possibly be real?. Well, look no further than Pie Boss. With their specialty being pot pies, you won’t find too many desserts here (except on the weekends) so don’t be disappointed if the menu says “sausage” instead of “apple.” Don’t let that detour you–these pot pies are delicious and reminiscent of the ones you had as a child.
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