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Shepherd's pie (traditionally lamb) and cottage pie (traditionally beef) are savoury fillings baked under mashed potato. In Singapore they are sold as party trays and personal portions, fresh or frozen. Expect about $40 to $50 for a tray that serves 4 to 6 from a specialist, and up to about $85 for larger festive trays. They need an oven to reheat well.
Shepherd’s pie is the pie for a dinner table. It comes as a tray that you scoop into portions, which makes it easy to stretch for a crowd and generous to look at. It is also the pie that most needs a proper oven.
What is the difference between shepherd’s pie and cottage pie?
Shepherd’s pie is traditionally made with minced lamb and cottage pie with minced beef, both baked under a layer of mashed potato. In Singapore the names are used loosely: “shepherd’s pie” often covers beef, chicken and plant-based versions. Read the filling description rather than relying on the name.
Who sells shepherd’s pie in Singapore?
| Seller | What they sell | Price as published | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shepherd’s Pie (Bedok North, since 2007) | Baked or frozen pies: chicken, beef black pepper, beef rendang, lamb, plant-based | $39.90 baked (4 to 6 servings); lamb $49.90 | States it is Halal-certified; free delivery over $150 on its own shop |
| Violet Oon | Shepherd’s pie party trays | $73.44 small, $84.24 large (2025 Christmas form) | 3 days’ notice by 3pm; $28 delivery per location |
| Don Pie | Chicken Shepherd’s Pie, personal and whole | $6.80 personal, $33.80 whole (February 2026 menu) | Black pepper chicken under baked mash; no pork, no lard, not Halal-certified |
| Simply Good Pies | NZ lamb shepherd’s pie among British-style pies | Varies | Online; check live terms |
Prices as published by the sellers or in their order forms, as of October 2026. Check before ordering. For a ranked list, halal options included, see best shepherd’s pie in Singapore. Don Pie’s chicken version has a page of its own in originaldon.com’s notes on the Chicken Shepherd’s Pie.
Tray or personal portions?
Trays suit seated meals, potlucks and festive dinners. They need a serving spoon, plates and an oven. Personal portions suit mixed buffets and offices, where people eat standing up. If you are weighing up chicken against beef or lamb, shepherdpie.sg has a whole page on the chicken version.
A tray that serves 4 to 6 is about the same amount of food as four to six personal pies. For a crowd, combine trays at the table with chicken pies for grazing.
Fresh or frozen shepherd’s pie?
Shepherd’s pie is one of the few pies that freezes and reheats almost as well as fresh, because the mash protects the filling. Buy frozen if you want to bake on your own schedule or keep a dinner in reserve. Buy fresh for an event the same day or the next. See frozen and bake-at-home pies for more.
How do you reheat a whole tray of shepherd’s pie?
Reheat a chilled tray in the oven at about 170 to 180C, covered loosely with foil, for 30 to 45 minutes depending on depth, then uncover for 5 to 10 minutes to brown the top. From frozen, allow considerably longer, or thaw in the fridge overnight first. Check the centre is piping hot before serving.
Don Pie’s FAQ advises not keeping its Shepherd’s Pie chilled for more than 3 days. Follow the seller’s guidance where it is stricter than general advice. More in how to store, transport and reheat pies.
How much shepherd’s pie do you need?
Allow one portion per adult at a meal with other dishes, and 1.5 if it is the main dish. A tray labelled “4 to 6” serves 4 hungry adults or 6 at a buffet. The party pie calculator treats trays like whole pies. For the other pie families, see the best types of pies.
Questions buyers ask
Where can I buy halal shepherd's pie in Singapore?
The Shepherd's Pie in Bedok North states on its own shop that it is Halal-certified, and sells baked and frozen shepherd's pies. Check the current certificate before ordering.
Can I freeze shepherd's pie?
Yes. Shepherd's pie freezes well, which is why some sellers offer frozen trays. Thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat in the oven until piping hot in the centre.
Is Don Pie's Chicken Shepherd's Pie a real shepherd's pie?
It is a chicken take on the format. Don Pie's menu describes it as its Black Pepper Pie filling topped with baked mashed potato, sold in personal and whole sizes.
Sources we checked
Last updated: October 2026 (published , facts re-checked ). Prices, hours and terms change, so confirm with the bakery before you order.