Big Dad, Noel Donnelly was born on 23rd March 1924, in Texas, a small regional town in western Queensland. When his first grandchild came along, Noel became the “Big Dad”, just as his own father and grandfather had. 

The name fitted and Noel is now Big Dad to everyone.

70 years ago Big Dad started his pastry cooking career in Toowoomba at 13 years old and he has been pastry cooking & baking around Australia ever since. 

Over the years, Big Dad created an outstanding set of his own recipes, the most famous being the “Big Dad’s Pie”, made up of a unique blend of ingredients.
In 2003 Stephen Donnelly, Noel’s son, decided it was only fair to let others enjoy his Dad’s “biggest and best” meat pie, and the other range of hot goods, cakes and slices Big Dad had perfected over the years. Stephen opened the first Big Dad’s Pies outlet in Ipswich and within 2 years had opened a further 6 sites. 

We’re still growing. Under Big Dad’s strict guidance, we are proud our business has now grown to the stage we can share our success through franchising. 

Our Mission:

We’re dedicated to delivering the best fresh bakery products, outstanding customer service and excellent value for money recognised as the Big Dad's Pie brand.

What Our Customers Say... 

“This is how a pie should be!”
“The pies are excellent value,  they’re big and they taste great!”
“The staff are always friendly!”
“No waiting, that’s what I like!”
”Your pies are absolutely delicious !!!!” "I was trying to explain to some American friends what the Australian definition of a pie is, and so I decided to who them the shop that I get my pies from! By far the best pie that I have tasted in a long long time. I think you guys have officially taken the crown for the best pies! Thanks for a great pie and even better service!"