Beefy's Mango Hill

If you're after a proper pie in Mango Hill, Queensland, Beefy's is a familiar name locally, and it's obvious why people keep coming back. Pies are the main event, and the talk is mostly about how generously they're filled. Chunky beef, a good balance of filling to gravy, and pastry that comes out golden and fresh from the oven. The signature beef pie is a common order, while the Thai green curry chicken and the Aussie Special, the brekkie favourite, get a loyal following too. There are sausage rolls and pasties on the counter as well.

One thing we hear about a lot is the gluten-free range. Coeliac customers talk about stocking up on gluten-free pies, including a chicken pie and a signature steak, plus a few gluten-free sweet treats, and being able to walk in and find plenty of flavours available. If you need to eat gluten free, it's worth asking about what's on the shelf when you arrive, as selection can vary through the day.

Beefy's does takeaway, delivery, drive-through and in-store pick-up, and there's seating if you'd rather dine in, with a dining room people describe as tidy and inviting. Coffee and breakfast are on offer, and meal combos get a good word for value. The car park, entrance and toilet are all wheelchair accessible, and you can pay by card or tap. They also take custom cake orders, which suits a bakery that does more than pies.

Staff get plenty of praise. Locals mention friendly, helpful service at the counter, and a couple of people singled out Amber and Tilly by name. Opinion isn't entirely one-sided: we've heard the odd grumble about a slow drive-through, a pie that wasn't as hot as it should have been, and some confusion over the timing of a promotion. If you're using a special, check the conditions first. Hours run through the day into the evening, but have a quick look before you head in.