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Beef pies in Singapore come as Aussie-style mince pies, British steak and ale pies, and slow-cooked beef chunk pies. They cost more than chicken pies, from about $9 to $20 for a personal pie at cafes and specialists, and they suit adults and dinner tables. Reheat them in an oven so the gravy heats through without drying the crust.
Beef pies are the dinner pies. They are heavier and richer than chicken pies, they cost more, and they make a buffet feel like a proper meal. Buy them for adults and seated tables, and keep chicken pies for the grazers.
What kinds of beef pie can you buy in Singapore?
| Style | What it is | Typical price | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aussie meat pie | Minced beef in gravy, hand-sized | From about $10 | Simply Good Pies (singles about $10.50 to $21 across 2021 to 2026 sources) |
| Steak and ale or pub pie | Chunks of beef in a dark, beer-based gravy | About $20 at pubs | Pig N Whistle steak and ale ($19.90 in 2022) |
| Slow-cooked beef chunk pie | Premium beef cooked down for hours | About $9 to $14 personal | Don Pie Beef Pie ($13.80 personal, $58.80 whole on its February 2026 menu) |
| Beef goulash and rendang pies | Spiced beef with a local or European twist | About $9 | The Egyptian Baker beef goulash pie ($9), The Shepherd’s Pie beef rendang |
| Beef black pepper pies | Peppery beef filling | Varies | Cottage Pies Cafe black pepper steak (price not confirmed) |
All prices are snapshots from menus and reviews. Check with the seller before you buy. For a ranked look at what is on sale, see the best meat pie in Singapore round-up.
When should you choose beef pies?
Beef pies earn their higher price when:
- the eaters are adults with good appetites;
- the pies are the main course, not a snack;
- it is a festive or dinner occasion; and
- you have an oven to reheat them properly.
They are less suited to children’s parties, quick office breaks, or events where pies sit out for a while. Rich gravy fillings are best eaten hot.
What makes a good beef pie?
A good beef pie has tender meat, not grey chewy cubes, and gravy thick enough to stay inside the pie when cut. The crust should be firm enough to hold the filling. Don Pie describes its Beef Pie as premium New Zealand beef slow-cooked with a touch of wine, which places it in the slow-cooked chunk style. There are fuller tasting notes on that pie on donpies.com.
How many beef pies should you order?
Plan on about one personal beef pie per adult at a meal with other dishes, rather than the 1.5 we suggest for chicken pies when pies are the whole meal. Whole beef pies cut into 4 meal-size slices. For mixed groups, make beef about a third of the savoury order and chicken the rest. The party pie calculator handles the totals.
How do you reheat a beef pie?
Reheat beef pies in an oven so the dense filling heats through. A chilled personal pie needs about 20 to 30 minutes at 150 to 180C; a whole pie needs longer, with foil loosely over the top for the first part so the crust does not burn. The centre should be piping hot. See how to store, transport and reheat pies for times and safety limits.
Want a mash-topped alternative for a crowd? Read the shepherd’s and cottage pie guide, or compare every family in the best types of pies.
Questions buyers ask
Is a beef pie more filling than a chicken pie?
Usually, yes. Beef pies tend to be denser, with rich gravy, so many adults are satisfied with one personal beef pie at a meal where they might eat one and a half chicken pies.
Are beef pies halal in Singapore?
Some are and many are not. Check each seller's own Halal certification. The Shepherd's Pie, for example, states that it is Halal-certified and sells beef options.
Sources we checked
Last updated: October 2026 (published , facts re-checked ). Prices, hours and terms change, so confirm with the bakery before you order.