Belated review here, but let me tell you that I am still thinking about these pies a couple of months after visiting Barangaroos! The staff was super friendly and professional. There is not much seating, so it's more of a quick lunch or to-go spot. I felt like a deer in the headlights trying to decide between all of the amazing looking pies, and eventually decided on the mango BBQ pulled pork. I was absolutely blown away by the hearty and super tender pork and beans, and the sauce was a glorious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. The flaky and fresh crust provided the perfect buttery finish. I could happily eat this every day, and only regret ordering just one pie. I will absolutely be back to try more of the menu. Don't sleep on this unique gem of a shop! read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Mango BBQ Pork - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

BARANGAROOS AUSSIE PIES offers mostly Meat-Pies and Hand-Pies These are hard to find in the United States, especially Good Ones. So when coming to BARANGAROOS AUSSIE PIES, why would you want to get anything else? I know. I spent a month in New Zealand with next to no money. Three pies per day kept me alive. read more

I tried: 1. Steak & Guinness - chopped angus steak, caramelized onions, sliced carrots in homemade sauce. Made with Guinness. 2. Curried Lamb - braised & shredded Australian lamb with potatoes, peas, and special blend of curry spices. Cooked in red wine No complaints about either pies. Super flavorful, meats and pie crust cooked perfectly, and reasonably priced for the portion size. This is amazing Australian comfort food. Staff were nice. It's a small space with a couple of tables. I wouldn't bring a large group here for dine-in. read more

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Aussie pies were warm and very filling. Meat was plentiful, and the crust was buttery, crispy, and flaky. The steak and cheese pie was juicy and so good, and the mac and cheese had a fun jalapeno twist to it. Shepherd's pie was pretty good, also very juicy and flavorful. Weirdly ketchup-y flavor sometimes though. Cream of spinach soup was too salty for me, but was a very pretty green color. The employees were very nice, and they seemed quite busy- we were the only ones eating in, but it looked like a lot of takeout orders were being prepared behind the counter. Inside is fairly small (a few tables with chairs, as well as counter seating) and has sorta loud EDM/remix music, so interesting vibe. read more

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A must have for the freezer, for a quick pre or post sports snack/meal. Lamb and beef both excellent, way better than 4 & 20. read more

Tasty, fast and cost effective. This is a simple food with a variety of possible flavors. I had never tried a savory pie before until checking this out, and it was a pleasant surprise. I tried a Chicken Tikka Masala pie (yes, not a traditional filling but I digress) and it was quite nice. I imagine it would be great with any of their selection. It's just under $10 if you get just the pie, too. read more

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Came here since I was nearby, and generally I don't eat meat pies. I got two pies, the Guinness one and chicken tikka masala. The Guinness one tasted great, perfectly balance of salt along with meat and veggies. It was not too sauces and it was thick enough so it kept everything together. The pie itself was buttery and flakey. I'd definitely come back to try more. My fiancé ate the chicken tikka and I did it get to try it, so would try that next time! read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Steak & Guinness - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I was near the Belmont "L" this afternoon and I thought I'd try the Bararngaroos Aussie Pies. I chose their lunch special which consists of an Aussie Pie, a side, and a can of pop for $13.95. I chose their Classic Mince Pie and Mac & Cheese. I thought the Aussie Pie with Ground Mince Angus Beef was very good with interesting flavors, puffed pastry, and flaky pie crust, the filling was very filling with a side you should have plenty to eat. As far as the food goes, I thought the Mac & Cheese was "too thick" for my taste, I wish they would have loosened it up a little. There is what I would describe as a "Cow Bell" on the front door for lack of a better word. It's very annoying listening to it as people enter and exit. Also, I'd describe the music as "Screaming-singing" it's crazy loud. The lady at the counter was very nice and efficient and will guide you along with your order. read more

I finally made it to Belmont & Sheffield to try Barangaroos! I've never had an Aussie pie before, so I don't have a lot to compare it to, but I can say after eating at Barangaroos I can't wait to come back and try some other flavors! I had the steak & Guinness pie, and it was a perfect hand held lunch. The crust was soft and flaky. The filling was full of steak and vegetables, and the gravy had awesome depth of flavor. The staff was very nice and helpful when I was deciding what flavor to get. Next time I'm going to get a few frozen ones to take home and try read more

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Meat pies I tried: - curried beef & potato - mango bbq pork - classic mince All were good, but my favorite was the curried beef. Least favorite was the mince. The lamingtons were great although I wish they came in smaller quantities. read more

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Having a strong craving for a good pot pie/meat pie this morning, set out to find a good option around town. That brought me to this gem of a place! The pies look a little small in the display case but in actuality it was just an "eyes being larger than stomach" situation. They were just right and piping hot! I had the shepherds pie while the S/O had the vegetarian version and each had a side of tomato soup. I loved mine! It was exactly the correct proportions for a delicious pot pie and the soup was actually AMAZING! It being her first experience with shepherds pie ever was interesting as she was unsure about the texture and taste of them. She agreed that it was pretty good but had nothing to compare it to at the moment. She raved about the tomato soup though and said it was some of the best she had had. I can't wait to try more of their options as I drive past this location almost daily! I will DEFINITELY be back! PS: It's BYOB read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Shepherd's Pie - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This spot was located near our hotel. Popped in after seeing good reviews on Yelp. It also caught my eye since I've never had Australian dishes. The steak and potato pie was delicious. Very hot! They warned me in advance. Great flavor and perfect size. The tomato basil soup was the best! Definitely will come back on my next visit to Chicago to try more flavors of pies and of course to grab a soup again. read more

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Yummy food. I didn't realize it was make it before food so once they sell out they are out. But everything was yummy and my 2 year old loved their sausage roll. Overall very yummy. read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Amazing food. I got the classic mince pie (first time trying) and it was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The cream of spinach soup was also amazing even though it is not visually appealing at all. The cashier asked if I wanted ketchup and I thought it was strange at first, but he explained to me that people like eating their mince pies with ketchup. I'm very glad he asked if I wanted ketchup because the pie was delicious with ketchup!! The prices are very fair. The ambiance is very casual with just a few seats. I only see myself doing carry out here. I will definitely be back! read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Cream of Spinach Soup - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Morons! They never answer their phone and have no voicemail. Then they close randomly for no reason with a handwritten note on the door. How about we update our website when we close randomly, or have a voicemail informing people read more

Here's my review after I got the order. The milkshake was milk. The food was cold. I hung up after being told there was nothing to be done and you had no idea when it would be picked up. Your employee rudely made it clear I was on my own, but you want to spin it like I was being rude for trying find out what was going on an hour and a half later? I understand busy, but you communicated nothing in that timeframe. read more

Great option if you're in the mood for some traditional Aussie pies. It was about the only place in the city I could find that offered them, and I love that they had a vegetarian option as well! read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Vegetarian Pie - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The pies are great. The shepards pie was loaded. The chicken tiki masala was also filled and saucy. The pastries are always flaky and fluffy. The tomato soup is potent and a little salty but pairs well with the pies. The spinach soup on the other hand is not as salty but tastes like spinach and nothing much else. Is great to drizzle on the pies though. read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is more of a 3.5-star review. We were there around 1:00pm on a weekend, and they were out of a lot of pies. There was one customer in line when we arrived. The pie display was looking really sad and almost empty. I really wanted to try the Shepherd's pie, but they were out. The cashier's demeanor didn't seem welcoming or friendly. For a few of the pies that we asked about, the response was that they're out and that's it (none of that "we're making more but you'll have to wait X amount of time). Also, I'm not sure what was going on in the back, but they dropped a tray at least twice on the floor that caused a really loud bang while we were there. ENTREES - Steak & Potato pie ($7.95): We really liked this pie. The steak was tender, savory, and the highlight of the pie. The pie has a savory brown steak sauce that tasted great. I would order this one again. - Chicken Tikka Masala pie ($6.95): It has chicken in a creamy Indian-inspired tomato-based sauce. However, the chicken tasted a bit on the dry side. The flavor wasn't as good as the steak and potato one. I was still hungry after eating one pie, so you really need two if you're starving. read more

Fast and good food at a great price. Has some milk-free options. Had a walk-away lunch from the Vic and it was very happy find

We had these pies to go recently. The flavor was great. It seems that on pie wasn't enough for a meal but two pies would be too much. We shared 7 pies between 5 people. It was fun to try different flavors. My favorites were the chicken tikka masala and the shepherd's pie. read more

I ordered through Uber eats. My food arrived on time and still warm. I ordered shepherds pie, mince pie, Mac and cheese and the chocolate pastry. Mac and Cheese.. can you please teach everyone else how to make make and cheese with flavor? Your mac and cheese is delicious, great job. No notes. It was delicious and had a great spice, Shepherds Pie.,I'm not gonna lie, I was like wait..there's a crust on top? I dunno how I feel about this..and you know how I feel about it!? GREAT. I feel awesome about it because carbs are delicious and you should enjoy your life. It was everything I never knew I always wanted.. Mince pie..how am I this old and had no idea wtf mince was and that it was tasty? Honestly? Took a bite..said..oh you're a delicious little bugger aren't you? And put in the freezer because I was having a wonderful happy moment with my shepherds pie and no one else need be invited. The chocolate pastry..ok..listen..was it delicious? Duh. It's chocolate wrapped in pastry. Buttt...I could've used a bit more of something..I don't know it was just too basic. The dough a bit tasteless and uneven for my chocolate to pastry ratio which obviously should be a healthy amount of chocolate but like Keith Lee says.."this is for me personally.." in my own words..give me dad bod pastry. Make it look like they are a great cuddler. I'd still give it a 8.5/10. Also..bonus was the free mango lemonade I got because of a promo on Uber eats and it was delicious too. Now that I know this location will be close to my new job..I'm stoked because this place is great. Well done friends..I'm excited to try more stuff from you..and yes, we are friends now because how could we not be after you fed my soul with that food. read more

Excellent pies. I've lived in Australia and these pies are legit. Had the chicken tikka, beef curry and shepherd pies. All very tasty. Lamingtons were also a treat. read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Shepherd's Pie and lamington cakes. - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Pretty cool and unique place! It's a quick counter order place! We ordered the classic (minced onions and ground beef) and the Guinness (steak, carrots, and onions). Each pie had a really delicious filling and a flakey crust that melts in your mouth! The chef/owner was really friendly and helpful because we didn't really know which one to choose! The place is conveniently right near the Belmont redline. There are paid for parking nearby if you plan on driving, but on the weekends it may be hard to find decent parking without driving around a few times. read more

The crust on these pies...OMG. I remarked upon eating them that I thought it was some of the best pie crust I'd ever had. We picked up the pies straight from the oven and ordered three: mango pork, shepherd's pie, and steak and cheese. On first bites, the mango pork was my favorite. It had a nice, lingering heat. But on eating leftovers, the steak and cheese pulled ahead. The agreed upon third place finisher went to the shepherd's pie which lacked any flavor. We also ordered lamingtons, which were moist and deliciously coconut-y. This is the only place in the city we could find that sell them. The three pies were enough for two of us and we had leftovers for another full meal. You can order directly from the restaurant and don't go through delivery apps. Saves so much $$$! read more

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We tried the Shepard's pie and the classic minced pie and they were absolutely amazing. $24 for two people and my husband and I split the side of Mac N Cheese. Super filling and a awesome price. They have frozen take home options that we bought too and those were great also. I definitely will be returning. read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - We tried the Shepherd's Pie and the Classic Mince Pie and they were amazing!! - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Man, I love this place. It's authentic, it's fairly priced, the people are SO nice (seriously, both the woman and the very tall man are extremely patient), and it's delicious. If you become a member, you get a free pie after you rack up a certain amount of points, so that's awesome. Have tried them all, and my favorites are: - beef, cheese and onion - chicken and mushroom - shepherd's But honestly you can't go wrong. The chicken tikka and the beef stew are also excellent All my vegetarian friends LOVE the "unreal" shepherds pie as well. Go there! read more

I've never been a big meat pie guy (or so I thought), so while I was curious to try whatever the hell constituted an "Aussie pie," my hopes weren't particularly high, especially given the affordable prices. This place ROCKS. I genuinely haven't tasted a single pie that wasn't great, and I've had most of them. Even the "basic" pie is delicious (honestly one of my faves), and the chicken and sausage meat rolls are also great. I've had: Classic Mince, Curried Beef & Potatoes, Beef Onion & Cheese (tastes kinda like cheesteak), Steak & Guinness, Chicken Tikka Masala and the Steak and Potato, and I can recommend them all. The beef options are probably my favorite, but I was pretty impressed by how legit the tikka masala and curried beef tasted, because I figured that'd be a weak spot. The pies themselves look great and have a nice flaky taste to them, and they are SOLID, so don't worry about the size. Word of advice: Poke/cut/make a hole in the pie if you're trying one for the first time, because they are *real* hot when you get 'em, and they hold that heat well. Anyway, the tl;dr is that this place came out of nowhere to be one of my weekend mainstays, and based on some of the other reviews I see, it looks like I'm not the only one. P.S. - Whoever writes on the wrappers has amazing penmanship, and I'm really jealous. read more

I was completely stoked when I saw this had opened up next to Trader Todd's. As someone who is obsessed with watching/reading Fantasy, I am constantly craving meat pies and even went on a hunt for British bangers to no avail (superfluous information, but my cravings for meat pie are well ingrained). Myself and a friend went in Wednesday's around 4/4:30 - I had already read that pies might be in short supply so we were determined to pick from whatever selection was available. Luckily, when we arrived there were at least a good dozen pies available, and a choice between about six or seven different flavors. We ordered and paid at the counter and the woman told us she'd warm the pies and bring them over to us. We gathered napkins and utensils from a stand with complimentary water, and waited maybe 5 minutes while the pies warmed. We split a Steak and Potato pie and a Chicken Tikka Pie and were floored. Both had great flavors, the crust was thin enough not to overwhelm the fillings, and we felt content at the end of the meal. Chicken Tikka was the favorite - well spiced, wonderful texture - but the Steak and Potato is not to be overlooked. I'm excited to try the other offerings. I often worry about upset stomach after eating meats that were cooked, cooled and set up in a case, and warmed up to order (lookin' at you, empanadas) and had absolutely no stomach rumblings or cramps. Clearly much love and thought goes into these little pies. The person working wasn't the most chatty but it didn't take away from our experience. We sat at the window, she brought us our pies, and we jabbered away while we ate. I plan on being able to swing by to pick up some pies and head over to a bar to drink some beers with it (because pies and booze are the staple of Fantasy) or take some home and do the same. But really - if you like savory pies or empanadas or similar foods this should notnescape your radar. Adds a unique eat to the neighborhood - and honestly, you've had Cheesie's and Blaze a hundred times so check this place out instead. read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Cross section of the Chicken Tikka Pie. - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

While it took me awhile to get the pronunciation correct, it didn't take me (or the many friends I've brought here) very long to fall in love with the novel cuisine offered at Barangaroos. The crust is excellent; providing a light and flaky exterior devoid of any bitterness; the gravy inside is each is unique, rich with flavor; and it's perfectly proportioned. I rarely see anyone dine-in at their venue, which has mostly been blocked off since the pandemic but the interior is modern and clean with a showcase of recently made pies (most awaiting pickup). The staff takes care to instruct you on how to eat the pie and warns you when it's safe to eat if it's fresh out of the oven. They also have a nice rewards program on their website. I'll rate the pies in order - starting with our 5 star options, Curried beef and potatoes is my personal favorite given that I'm a fan of Indian spices and it's rich, savory meal. Mango pork was my wife's favorite given its tangy, tender profile and BBQ-based gravy but it was recently overtaken by the Steak, Pepper, and Cheese pie. You can't go wrong with the four star options: Braised Beef stew, Steak and Guinness, and Classic Mince. I personally love Shepherd's Pie, Chicken tikka, - but as Aussie pies - they're 3.5 star territory, perhaps needing a little modification with respect to their sauce. I haven't had the Unreal Shepherd's Pie because I don't want any vegans to starve but I recently noticed the Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese - so I'll need to give that a look. I have tried their Lamington desserts, cakes covered in coconut flakes, which were ok - but I'm a bit more curious about their milkshakes. One of these days, when I decide my waistline is safe from any near-term risk of beer gut, I'll go give their Pumpkin Spice Coffee milkshake a try because I'm basic like that. Anyway, great food, great staff - I hope they're in business for a long time. read more

Good, but not great. In preparation for an upcoming trip down under, it felt like the right time to try an Americanized version of this Aussie classic. The Chicken Tikka Masala could have used some seasoning. I supplemented with some hot sauce and that did the trick. My husband had the classic mince, it was also lacking seasoning. So in Aussie fashion he added ketchup, problem solved. The mince was maybe a little too rosemary, otherwise can't fault it. The best part, both pies had an amazing crust, flaky with the right amount of crisp. All told a decent place. On a cold afternoon a hot pie really hit the spot. read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Pies for lunch - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been to Australia multiple times and always get pies while I'm there. This spot is far better than any pie I've eaten in Australia. Service was very friendly too. I got the shepherds pie and a steak n Guinness pie with a side of mac & cheese. So freakin' delicious and the pies are a really good size. I'd definitely eat here any time I come through Chicago in the future. HIGHLY recommend! read more

Tasty pies! Great lunch option or even snack option between meals. It's close to the Belmont station (on Sheffield) and easy to grab a pie on the go. The owners were nice and gave us tips on how to eat them (they mentioned aussies love ketchup and for the mince pie to eat it with ketchup). We got the mince, the shepherds pie, steak and potato, Buffalo chicken, and the tiki masala. We enjoyed them all, if you are really hungry or eating for dinner, get two, otherwise one will be fine for lunch or a snack. I wish the tiki masala had a little more kick to it but that's just a small thing. All were tasty and all had great portions of meat inside too. They don't skimp! Worth a try! read more

With delivery we spent more than $40 on three meat pies that were tiny, bland, and way more bread than filling. We ordered the shepherds pie, chicken masala, and steak and Guinness. They pretty much tasted the same. Bland with barely a noticeable flavor. The ingredients don't stand out. They were all about as bland and dull as a generic grocery store pot pie. Actually, that at least has some salt in it. Plus, the pies are tiny for the price. I lived in the UK for a long time and know these kind of meat pies from there. They are meant to be full of flavor with delicious meat and vegetables. These pies taste like they were made a long time ago and frozen. I feel completely ripped off. read more

Got take out for a picnic, it was perfect and a great reminder of the savory pies I grew up eating in the UK. Our order delivered to us exactly on time as promised when ordered directly from Barangaroos' site. Favorites were the chicken tikka masala, classic mince and meatless Shepard's pie. Certainly going to make this a go to spot. read more

Gurrrl, you haven't lived until you've had a sausage roll from this place. Comfort food on steroids! If you're feeling naughty and want to indulge on something that you might feel some guilt about. This place is it. Insanely yummy food. read more

Very nice flaky crust, great flavor and decent size. I regret I only bought two. I had the peppered steak and mushroom pie and the chicken tikka pie. I liked the chicken tikka pie a lot more. Very reasonably priced. Peppered steak was good but I may not buy it again. The chicken tikka I would definitely buy again. Next I will try the other flavors too. read more

We ordered here the day before thanksgiving for the sheer purpose of getting their frozen seasonal thanksgiving pies to get us through the winter. The thanksgiving pie is hands down the best thing on the menu, I so wish they had it all year round. For lunch we ordered: Two sausage rolls (an addiction to which may be on the horizon) Thanksgiving pie to share (we really love turkey, don't judge us) Frozen: 6 thanksgiving pies Unfortunately they were out of sausage rolls They called and informed me; no big deal, I chose a Shepard's pie and thought nothing of it aside from my slight sadness at lack of sausage roll. The order arrived in short order with this delightful little note. I appreciated the effort for something that I didn't even realize. If you can, try the Thanksgiving pie and then join me in my campaign to have it be a standard menu item. read more

Barangaroos Aussie Pies - Australian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Nice addition to Chicago - limited vegetarian options (just one I believe), no gluten-free options, but my husband rated his chicken pie a 7/10 , comparing them to the ones we had in Australia. read more

Devoured my first pepper steak pie in seconds, worthy of an olympic medal. It was so good, I went back and tried the chicken curry pie and easily smashed the previous record time read more