Beefy's Buderim

Anyone hunting for a pie in Buderim tends to end up at Beefy's sooner or later. It's a pie shop first, and the steak pie is the one people circle back to. One regular who has been eating them for years says every one has been properly beefy, with no gristle to fight through. The meat lovers pie and the steak, bacon and cheese get a mention too, and we hear the pastry is a big part of the appeal.

Gluten free eaters are well looked after here. The gluten free range has grown beyond the single pie it started with, and families who need it say the whole selection is easy to enjoy. One local who buys pies in bulk for the household calls it their favourite bakery for exactly that reason.

The cabinet goes well beyond pies. Sausage rolls are a favourite, there are filled wraps and pastries, and the cream treats get a fair bit of love, particularly the vanilla slice, doughnuts and eclairs. Lemon meringue and apple crumble pies have also won fans. Coffee is on the menu, breakfast is served, and meal deals keep the bill friendly. People describe the prices as good value for how full the pies are.

You can eat in or take away, and delivery and in-store pick-up are available. Free street parking and a free car park make a quick stop easy, and card and mobile payments are all accepted. The shop opens early on weekdays and keeps shorter hours on weekends, but check the hours before you head in.

Staff are a big part of the story. Locals regularly mention friendly, polite service, and one visitor singled out a young team member for her manners and helpful recommendations. Like any busy shop, it has the odd off moment. We've heard of a big order going home with pies that weren't hot, so if you're buying for a crowd, give the team a heads-up and ask what's fresh.

If you're after a reliable pie in Buderim, Queensland, this is a good place to start.