OK Pie Shop

Pies are the first thing people mention when they talk about OK Pie Shop, and it's easy to see why this Mount Gambier bakery is popular. The cases hold a decent spread: mushroom, cheese and bacon, pepper and the occasional surprise like a pizza pie, plus pasties, sausage rolls and a Cornish pastie that staff are happy to introduce to first-timers. One local called the mushroom pie one of the best they've had, and the cheese tarts have their own devoted following.

It's not only about the savouries. Jam donuts, cream buns that taste like the old-fashioned ones from childhood, apple and sultana buns and generously sized slices all get a mention. Fresh bread, salad rolls and sandwiches are on the counter too, so it works for a quick lunch as much as a morning pastry. Coffee and breakfast are on offer as well.

The staff are a real part of the appeal. Locals describe a friendly, welcoming family bakery where the team will answer questions and point you to what's popular. There's plenty of seating if you want to dine in, and takeaway is just as easy. Free street parking and a free car park are close at hand, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park, and you can pay by card or phone.

Value gets a nod too, with a pie, drink and jam donut deal mentioned by one family as rare value these days. One or two people found the pastry a little ordinary, so it pays to try a few things and find your favourite. Custom cake orders and catering are also available, so it's worth asking if you've got an occasion coming up.

People who grew up in the area and come back to visit head straight here, and travellers passing through Mount Gambier have been pleasantly surprised. Check the hours before you go, as weekend trading is shorter.