I have never actually been to Aunty Devi's in Escondido, but I have eaten plenty of their pies. The first time I had one was at our pie party. Typically we discourage store-bought pies, but they were brought by a guest and were a huge hit! This past week, I was planning to cook dinner during a family vacation in Utah and had them shipped out of state to our rental house. Nathan was extremely helpful in putting my order together and managing the shipping logistics. They arrived perfectly and were so easy to reheat in the oven for our family dinner. My favorite was the steak, cheese, and jalapeno one, but I really like the lamb and rosemary and the chicken one as well. I still have some left in my freezer and will certainly be ordering more in the future. Thank you, Aunt Devi and Nathan!! read more

Loved the meat pies.. very flavorful Crust is great Easy to prepare if you choose to bring them home frozen 350 for 30 minutes worked perfectly read more

A nice quiet isolated area with a small eatery. Definitely a place to try a meat pie or 2 on the spot. It's a little in the pricey side but it's got a burst of flavor in every pie. read more

My girlfriend surprised me and drove me up from Pacific Beach to get these. I had never heard of this spot but she knew I was missing home (NZ) and wanted to treat me to some kiwi cuisine. The pies are frozen (they usually run commercial gigs), run from $5-6 a piece (I bought 6!), if you call ahead Devi might be able to heat you up a few. Devi is a sweetheart. Talked with her and her husband for maybe 20 minutes and she still had a classic Kiwi friendliness about her. Went home, sparked up the oven, cooked a few pies (350 for 20 minutes). The pies are legit. Closest you can get to a bakery back home. read more

Came across this place while looking for Australian meat pies and I am glad I found this place. The pies are delicious and brings me back good memories of when I was in Papua New Guinea. 10/10 will recommend to my friends and family. read more

For years I have been looking for a bakery that sell meat pies like they do back in my native country NZ, it's the only thing I crave from back home. There have been a few Aussie (Australian) bakery's that have popped up with their own spin on meat pies but it's just never the same so finally I found this place on Yelp and I know they sell their pies at the rugby7's in Vegas and found out they're based in San Diego ! Went by today and it was by far the best pies I've had since I moved from NZ !!! Even though ingredients are US meats and cheese it is STILL the best I've had here in the U.S! They also have frozen pies you can take home with you to enjoy! Love this place and Aunty Devi & family are more than welcoming ! Highly recommend you stop by and try em out for yourself read more

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These are the best meat pies I've ever had. The ppl who work there are very friendly. They even stayed open a little late so I could have a meat pie on my birthday. read more

As a family we moved from New Zealand to Los Angeles nearly 10 years ago never tasting NZ delicacies such as mince meat pies since then. We discovered Aunty Devis through fellow Kiwis and were extremely excited but our free time never coincided with the stores hours, but as a true kiwi Devi wouldn't withhold us from eating her delicious pies any longer. Devi went out of her way to meet us and wait in her business on a day she was closed! Meeting her was a delight, friendly and very accommodating. We packed up our car with a box full of goodies including a couple of freebies leaving me feeling compelled to start a yelp account just to review her establishment. I highly recommend picking up a dozen or two for anyone who likes pies. read more

Living in Orange County, I have made it my goal to find meat pies anywhere nearby. The only place I have found was Aunty Devi's. It is a shame that she doesn't have a chain of places yet like this. The meat pies are amazing, I was even down there on a weekend that she wasn't open, I gave her a call and she was happy to swing by and open the shop for me. I ended up buying 60 dollars worth of pies since they are easily frozen and reheated. Not sure how the Reviewer Tony B was never able to get a hold of her. Amazing pies that take my back to my time in Australia! read more

Love me a meat pie. Came all the way from Timaru NZ via Phoenix AZ. Please come to AZ soon

The best part about Poway's farmers market is your booth! Hope you guys come back soon. I haven't seen your booth for a few Saturdays ):

My friend went to pick up lunch one day and said "hey I am going to pick up meat pies, do you want one?" and of course I did and thus was able to discover Aunty Devi's. My friend is from South Africa and gets pies from here all the time. He said that although they are New Zealand they are pretty much the same and just as delicious as he was used to. Well, I haven't been lucky enough to experience South African meat pies but if they are like these they must be delicious. So I ate them a on a few occasions with my friend and now I stop by on occasion to pick up my own. Depending on when you go you may find some ready for you but you can always get them frozen. They are easy to eat and way for filling than they appear to be. One pie will fill me up. I have had a few different ones but my favorite by far is the Pepper Steak, it is actually pretty peppery which I like. The sausage rolls are quite good as well. The location is in the industrial area of Escondido, a small spot but fairly easy to find. read more

Actually, I don't know how to review them since I haven't been able to try them yet. I live +30 miles away in San Diego and I showed up on 2 separate occasions during their posted hours and they were closed both - once on a Tuesday. The second on a Thursday - I tried calling ahead both times and no one answered. I would love to try them before I have to buy a dozen for delivery + $25 delivery fee... read more

This place is located in such an unexpected place, but it's worth the drive to get some of their pies! I got a mince and a steak cheese and both of them were delicious! Filled with lots of fillings, and steak meat was very tender. I enjoyed every bite of it. What I love the most is the pie crust! I love it almost better than the fillings! I would love to see them make a dessert pies in the future! read more

These pie's are legit. I drive from Temecula and get 20-30 at a time. They travel well and keep in the freezer. Devi's beyond nice and very accomidating. You're crazy if you only buy one pie. They're so good. You'll need/want two of each. Love this place! read more

Aunty Devi's Meat Pies are the best find in Escondido. I went to their place in Escondido. Found their meat pies to be ordered in different flavors. I ordered the Steak Pie and shared it as an appetizer with a family member. Truly delicious! I will go back and get more. read more

Like the testimonials on their website claim, these pies are exactly what you'd find in New Zealand. I've been there twice and after coming back home, I found it hard to cope with the fact that the states just don't have an appreciation for flaky little pastries filled with delicious meats and veg. It wasn't until going to the Rugby 7's tournament in Vegas that we found out about Aunty Devi's and we were even more elated when we discovered they operated in the same town we lived in! Seriously, do yourself a favor, don't ask any questions and get yourself some of these pies! You're welcome. read more

The best meat pies we've tried, maybe even better than some we had in NZ! Steak and mushroom highly recommended. The employee Jason was helpful and offered great conversation reminiscing about his home country (NZ). This is a place you must try! It's worth however long the drive to get there, especially if you stock up on the pies. read more

A little pricey.... but WELL worth it. DEvi is a sweet kiwi gal. She make delicious meat pies! ( I ordered and ate the frozen ones) :) I am going to stop by for lunch one of these days too. Thanks alot! read more

These meat pies are sooo unique and yummy. I've never had anything like this.

These meat pies are delicious! I recently purchased enough to stock up my freezer for a few weeks. They are easy to bake, and give me a quick meal I can look forward to. I am actually about to have a steak and mushroom pie as I write this. I have tried many of the different pies they make and they are all good, but my favorites so far are the mince and cheese and the steak and mushroom. When you go, buy more than you think you need because trust me, after having one you will want another, and another... and they are great to have on hand for a quick meal! read more

Definitely not geared for walk in customers. Too bad :( You have to call in advance to order or you will be wasting your time. When I went there (Tuesday 1pm) they had fresh zero pies ready (strike 1) and only a very limited variety of frozen pies in stock (strike 2), so a big waste of time. No apology - just too bad shrug :( Sure they are in an industrial park, and not a retail center, but we drive (I drove 30 miles) far to get our speciality food items which we cannot find at regular stores. I appreciate their business model may work for them, but then they should at least state that on their website and be honest and upfront. Do not go there without calling in advance to place your order. This also means you can't buy any one pie and sample test the product before you order. There is no parking and the street is full. After parking far away and walking to the store there is a sign in the window about parking in the back - that doesn't help when you are down in the street driving up and down (strike 3). I wish I could be able to buy their meat pies but after this negative experience I will not try to support them again. Too bad again :( read more

These pies are made with the finest ingredients and you can taste it...... Aunt Devi, makes the best meat pies I have ever tasted.... Once you try one, you will have to stock your freezer up as we did as the they are great to have as a special treat or when guest come to town, but be aware they don't last long... they are just too good! read more

Loved the meat pies here! Have been searching for something authentic for my Kiwi hubby and these did the trick. Call ahead if you want one warmed up but we will definitely be coming back time and time again. read more

Without a doubt,the real deal.Me,aussie,lived in CA for over thirty five years,trust me I have tried all of the one's available in the US.None have came close,to her pies.Also to,she is a very nice hard working regular person.Stop by and try one,you will be not be disappointed,and will go back for more,I do !!! read more