I really really wanted to like this. It was on my wish list for a long time as I grew up eating pies in the UK.
I ordered the beef and Guinness pie which was a teensy bit dry inside. The pastry however, was done to perfection.
My partner made the mistake of ordering the chicken pie (normally my "goto" choice). Who the heck puts raisins in a chicken pie!!! She couldn't finish, so I tried. To my eternal shame I tried one forkful and left the rest.
I know that this is not specifically advertised as a British pie shop but c'mon guys. Try using honest ingredients and lose the berries etc.
The young lady behind the counter was a breath of fresh air and smiley as well! :)
Prices are a little steep. The shop also has a good range of sauces and condiments etc plus some delicious looking crumble. Maybe I'll try some next time that I'm in the area but I won't make a special journey as I did...
Read moreThe Place is great if you're really dying for a quick pie or if you're unfamiliar with British Pies in general, otherwise as someone who grew up with great pies in the UK they leave a little something to be desired.
They're almost there if you know what I mean. The crust is really excellent and I wouldn't want it any other way, but the filling isn't quite up to snuff. Also the pies are rather expensive and could be a bit bigger if you ask me.
The selection of pies is sizeable, I myself have only had the beef and guinnes and pork and apple pies. It's also nice that there's a good variety of crisps and unusual drinks to choose from. The staff are also very friendly. But at the end of the day, if you've got more time I'd recommend going to a pub. But this place definitely...
Read moreUnfortunately the other 'The pie shop' in Zurich isn't on Google maps, so i will rate this one solely based on my tasting experience because judging the interior of the other place would be unfair on this place. Anyway, to sum it up, the sheppards pie burnt my tongue, and that's when you know its good because you are so impatient to wait and blow on it you instead just take another bite. I really wish they made cornish pasties, then I would feel...
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