Pie Hole

Hunter Valley, NSW · since 2020

Handmade pies, proper pastry,
baked fresh every morning.

Two shops, one family recipe book. Pie Hole has been pulling trays out of the oven in the Hunter since 2020 — pepper steak, cheese and bacon, the Works with mash piled on top, and the plain steak you've been looking for since your nan stopped baking.

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fresh out of the oven

Pepper steak pie, handmade at Pie Hole — cracked-pepper gravy in golden pastry
Classic sausage roll, handmade at Pie Hole — golden flaky pastry
The Works pie, handmade at Pie Hole — mash, cheese, bacon and tomato on top
Cheese and bacon pie, handmade at Pie Hole — melted cheese and bacon on top

Two shops

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The classics

The ones people come back for.

Baked fresh at both shops, seven days. One-handed eats, no foil trays, proper shortcrust.

  • Custom Scream-themed birthday cake handmade at Pie Hole — black and pink buttercream with drip icing and edible toppers

    Custom Birthday Cakes

    From 70th birthdays to kids' cupcake parties — order ahead and we'll build the cake you want. Pair with an edible photo print for the full personal touch.

  • Brisket, bacon and cheese pie, handmade at Pie Hole — melted cheese and bacon baked on top

    Brisket, Bacon & Cheese Pie

    Slow-cooked brisket with bacon and melted cheese in flaky pastry. A Pie Hole heavyweight.

  • Plain steak pie, handmade at Pie Hole — golden flaky pastry

    Plain Steak Pie

    Chunky slow-cooked steak in rich gravy under golden flaky pastry. The benchmark Aussie pie, done properly.

  • The Works pie, handmade at Pie Hole — mash, cheese, bacon and tomato on top

    The Works Pie

    The lot — creamy mash, melted cheese, bacon and tomato piled on top.

  • Pepper steak pie, handmade at Pie Hole — cracked-pepper gravy in golden pastry

    Pepper Steak Pie

    Chunks of slow-braised beef in a rich cracked-pepper gravy. The classic, done properly.

  • Cheese and bacon pie, handmade at Pie Hole — melted cheese and bacon on top

    Cheese & Bacon Pie

    Beef mince topped with melted cheese and bacon. A counter favourite.

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Word of mouth

What the locals say.

  • Great range of pies that are fairly priced and packed with flavour. I had the Chilli and Cheese pie first and it was delicious. One handed pie that was the perfect temp and just the right amount of flaky goodness. Not served in foil, which is a good sign.

    — Wanderlog reviewer · Wanderlog

  • Totally full like all good pies should be. Perfect serving temp. This was a unique flavoured pie and one that I absolutely loved and glad I chose. (Chilli Chicken Mango Pie — scored 45.5/50.)

    — Pyney · PyneysPieReviews

  • Great pies - have had steak and cheese, and steak Diane. Both full of flavour. Also couldn't pass up the Palmier. Took me back 20 years and was delicious!

    — Alicia Jamal · Google

  • I just moved to the area from Newcastle and stopped in for some lunch between van trips. The young lady working was incredibly welcoming and more than happy to talk me through what was in each of the pies. The pie itself was fantastic, even at the end of the day, but what really stood out was the gravy and mince. The first bite gave me an instant flashback to my grandmother’s homemade pies. I’m so glad I stopped in and I will definitely be back.

    — Jayde Hennessey · Google

  • I travel alot for work and the old bakery in a small town is always my go too for a quick easy feed. This place will have me going out of my way to come back for more!! I had the tomato and onion pie (no sauce) and a plain pie and my word, absolutely delicious! The staff (lady serving) and a fella on the oven were both friedly, chatty and overall just had a good feel to the place. Love it when i see product still being made in store fresh.

    — Panko de'Crumb · Google

  • Classic bakery / pie shop. To many amazing baked goods to choose from. Fresh baked in store. Soft serve ice cream and milkshakes as well. Great friendly staff to help you choose.

    — Joe Mackenzie · Google

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Made for your moment

Custom cakes & edible photo printing.

Birthdays, weddings, kids' parties, corporate do's — we build the cake you want and top it with an edible print of a photo, logo or favourite character. Food-safe edible ink, icing sheet, proper picture-quality finish.

  • ★ Photo cakes — send us a JPG or PNG
  • ★ Kids' characters & themes
  • ★ Logo & brand cakes for corporate
  • ★ Tiered wedding & celebration cakes
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Good to know

The usual questions.

Can I order a custom cake?

Yes — custom cakes are a Pie Hole speciality. We do birthday cakes, kids' cakes, cupcake orders and cakes for weddings, engagements and events. Give us at least 3–5 days' notice for anything custom, and a week for larger tiered or themed cakes. Call the shop closest to you or use the contact form.

Do you do edible cake printing?

We do. Send us a photo — a face, a logo, a pet, a favourite moment — and we'll print it in food-safe edible ink onto an icing sheet and top your cake with it. Great for surprise birthdays, corporate cakes, and kids' characters. We need at least 3 days and a high-resolution image (JPG or PNG). Ring the shop or email us via the contact form to start.

How much notice do you need for a custom cake?

Minimum 3 days for a standard custom cake or edible photo print. 5–7 days for larger, tiered, or heavily decorated cakes. For weddings and events we'd prefer 2+ weeks so we can talk through flavours, sizing and delivery. The earlier the better — especially around long weekends and peak wedding season.

Can I pre-order for pickup?

Phone pre-orders are welcome at both shops, especially if you need a tray of pies for an event or want to make sure a specific flavour is held for you. Online pre-order is coming soon.