There’s something irresistibly grounding about the simple pleasure of a good pie and a great glass of Pinot — and no one understands this better than seasoned restaurateur Andrew Bell. With a hospitality pedigree that extends to a ten-year tenure at Andiamo, and an even longer stint running Cornwall Park Café & Cornwall Park Bistro, Bell’s latest venture is Pie & Pinot, a love letter to hearty fare, unfussy hospitality, and the enduring appeal of a well-matched meal.

Tucked into the freshly revived Remuera precinct that houses the likes of Spiga, Wakuwaku, and Browns Eatery and Store, Pie & Pinot is Bell’s long-held dream finally realised — “20 years in the making,” he says — a casual but considered neighbourhood spot where gourmet pies take centre stage.

The offering is refreshingly straightforward: Eight rotating pies named after local streets and landmarks, from Chicken, Leek & Mushroom (The Clonbern) to a warmly spiced Goat Curry (The Glen), to a classic Steak & Guinness (Mount Hobson), all served with your choice of mash and gravy, and each paired with a perfectly matched wine or beer — should you decide to indulge. Sides are equally as alluring, spanning the classics (peas, buttery cabbage, cauliflower cheese) to the more indulgent (bacon-wrapped French beans, grilled mushrooms with garlic cream), and are perfect for those looking to take their pie and mash to new heights.

If you’re more the sausage and mash type, they’ve got you covered on that front too, with four options, including a South African boerewors, served just as generously with mash and gravy of your choosing. And, those dining with the kids or a group, each of the eight pies are available in family size, perfect for sharing between four.

Those harbouring a sweet tooth will be happy to spot a few dessert pies on the menu, too, with warm apple pie, lemon meringue, and a chocolate and seasonal berry tart currently all featuring, alongside Kohu Road ice cream and a few dessert drinks thrown in for good measure. Discover their full menu here.

The wine list is proudly Kiwi-centric, with a special focus on Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir by the glass, while the cellar selection spans from nostalgic quarts of beer to rare Guigal Côte-Rôtie — with something for everyone who walks through the doors.

Designed in collaboration with Paul Izzard and Jarvis Dolman, the space nods to classic English pubs, dressed in burgundy hues and warm tartans, with intimate nooks and an inviting bar that draws locals in for a pint, a pie, and a catch-up. With takeout available, weekend brunch on the horizon, and a private upstairs space soon to launch, Pie & Pinot is undoubtedly a future favourite.

Opening hours:
Wednesday – Sunday, 4pm until late

pieandpinot.co.nz