Kevins Bakery — Restaurant in North Island

Come for the climb, stay for the pies.

After a semi-leisurely climb up Mount Te Aroha, my friend and I decided to stop at Kevin's Bakery for a food replen. The exterior seemed unassuming, and we were prepared for a meal pervaded by mediocrity.

Upon entry, we were happily greeted by Kevin and his wife as we carefully selected our afternoon meal; she chose a butter chicken pie, I went for the reliable staple of steak and onion.

The dappled sunlight splashed across our faces outside, as we cautiously bit into the crust. Dense chunks of meat and gravy filled my mouth, whilst flakes of perfectly formed pastry fell across my lap. I was in pie heaven. Within a few minutes I had consumed this bountiful feast, and returned back into the store for more.

10/10, would purchase...

Occasionally I have been down at Te Aroha for work this year. Started going to Kevins for a coffee and some breakfast. All I can say is the coffee is good , the food is great , and the...

Had $6 steak and cheese pie and $4 chocolate slice. Many bakeries serve pies that are mostly gravy but this had a generous serving of steak. The choc slice was also nice....