Tan Hot Bread

Frequently Asked Questions About Tan Hot Bread

What are the pies like at Tan Hot Bread in Redbank Plains?

The pies are the main drawcard: old-fashioned, large and deep, packed with proper chunks of steak rather than mince filler, in pastry that holds together in your hand. Steak and cheese and mince and cheese get mentioned most, along with steak, bacon and cheese and steak and mushroom. Several Kiwi locals say they taste like pies back home.

Does Tan Hot Bread sell anything besides pies?

Yes. Alongside the pies, the sausage rolls get good mentions, as do the cream donuts sold in six-packs, which are described as a combination of sweet cream filling and soft, fluffy buns. Hotdog buns and white bread have also been mentioned by regulars, and a beef pho soup has popped up as a surprise special, so it's worth asking what's available on the day.

Is Tan Hot Bread in Redbank Plains good for a quick takeaway?

It's set up for takeaway only, with wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance, and it accepts credit, debit and contactless payments including NFC mobile. Staff are noted as friendly and upbeat. Popular pies can sell out quickly, so getting in early in the day gives the best chance of grabbing a steak and cheese or mince and cheese before they're gone.

Should I call ahead before visiting Tan Hot Bread?

It's a sensible idea. At least one visitor reported arriving to find the shop closed despite posted hours showing open, so checking the current hours before making a special trip is worthwhile, especially if you're travelling some distance just for the pies.