The best pie shops in Manchester 2022: where to get steak, chicken and vegan pies for British Pie Week

It’s British Pie Week,   which means it’s a time for people to celebrate and revere the British pie - one of the oldest food staples in the UK.

To celebrate the week, here’s the best places in Manchester to grab a pie this week.

Pieminister Deansgate

With 15 locations in England, including Sheffield, Leeds, Liverpool and more, the popularity and quality is there to see.

There’s an array of pies to choose from here, including a whole host of vegetarian options such as the ‘Wild ‘Shroom’ - portobello and chestnut mushroom pie with asparagus and white wine.

You can also buy exclusive Pieminister merchandise online, with accessories like tote bags, t-shirts, oven gloves and more.

Pieminister has been going strong for 19 years, and is a great place to indulge in a pie on British Pie Week.

Address: 198 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3NE - https://pieminister.co.uk/

Pie & Ale

In business since 2013, Pie & Ale is described as a ‘Personal meat pies & draught beer served in a laid-back, 2-story bar with sidewalk tables.’ on Google.

Equipped with a beer hall, and rooms for hire where live sporting events are also broadcasted, it’s a modern environment for an old British dish.

Pie & Ale is also open seven days a week from 12pm, and was founded by a husband and wife team.

Their prices for the pies linger around the £11 mark, and you can add additional ‘pie toppers’ for just £1 including pigs and blankets, Yorkshire pudding and more.

Address: Units 1 & 2 the Hive, 47 Lever St, Manchester M1 1FN - https://www.pieandale.co.uk/

Martin’s Craft Bakery

At Martin’s Craft Bakery, it’s an array of both sweet and savoury pies.

Savoury options include ‘party potato and meat’, large cheese and onion pie, family potato and steak pie and more.

The origins of this bakery can be traced back to the late 1800s and fellow European country Switzerland and the family connection is still going strong with Emily, who joined the firm full time in 2009, representing a fifth family generation.

Address: International House, 30 Holyoak Street, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 1HB - https://www.martinsbakery.co.uk/

Lord of the Pies

All pies made here are home made and ready for delivery.

You can order boxes of pies and can receive boxes and six and eight pies, costing £28 and £36 respectively.

You can try a classic meat & potato pie, but can also try some niche pies like a pulled chicken and balti pie.

The pies here are award winning, and you can order their pies Monday - Friday for any occasion. Lunch for the workplace, a wedding? Lord of the pies can sort you out for multiple occasions.

Limited slots are available for this delivery so to get a slot, contact the team on 01625615752.

Address: 19 Chestergate, Macclesfield SK11 6BX - https://lordofthepies.net/

The Barmy Baker

The Barmy Baker also focuses on an array of sweet treats, sandwiches and more and is more of a cafe than a pie shop.

However, the savoury pies on offer are delicious.

Despite the sweet pies being more varied, it’s still a great spot to grab a pie for British Pie Week, and support a local business as well.

The Barmy Baker is rated fivestars on Facebook, and is open from 8am - 3pm Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm on Saturdays and is closed on Sundays.

Address: Manchester Rd, Droylsden, Manchester M43 6QF - www.barmybaker.co.uk

The Bank

Just a two minute walk from the Manchester Art Gallery, The Bank sits in the heart of Manchester and is owned by Nicholson Pubs.

All pies are served alongside creamy mashed potato, steamed greens and glazed Chantenay carrots.

Vegan and vegetarian pies are also served here, with the vegan option being puy lentil and vegetables, topped with carrot and sweet potato mash, served with long stem broccoli.

As well as pies the menu is extensive and you can order burgers, Scottish salmon and more.

Address: 57 Mosley St, Greater, Manchester M2 3FF - ThebankManchester

Patel’s Pies

Patel’s Pies offers a twist on the classic British dish and serves handmade curry pies.

You can grab a pie from Patel’s Pies in various locations in Manchester, like ‘A Taste Of Honey’ in Didsbury, iconic venue ‘BandOnTheWall’, Inner West in Salford and more.

They teamed up with the iconic venue ‘Band on the wall’ and provided the pies for their grand re-opening, showing their credentials.

The pies are very well priced at £4.50, and include tasty options such as Lamb Keema, Desi Chicken and Aloo Matar (Potato & Peas).