Our Story.
Roti Bros: Rising Strong with Great Pies
Every great Kiwi story starts with a challenge, and a bit of bold thinking. For us at Roti Bros, it all kicked off during lockdown: two mates in a kitchen, playing with flavours and breaking the rules. Instead of using pastry, we wrapped butter chicken in soft, flaky roti. A random kitchen experiment turned into something much bigger - handmade, gourmet roti pies that are Deliciously Different.
From that tiny kitchen, we started as a weekend market stall before taking it on the road in our food truck - showing up at markets and events around Auckland and winning hearts (and stomachs) one pie at a time.
Then came our first store in Commercial Bay. The rest, as they say, is history. A loyal fanbase quickly grew, and word got out: Roti Bros wasn’t your average pie.
But Roti Bros has always been more than just food. It’s a story of backing yourself, rolling with the punches, and building something awesome from the ground up. That spirit’s only grown stronger in our next chapter.
A Bold New Chapter.
During a tough economic moment, we, EJ, Sheryl, and Nina, took a leap and stepped into Roti Bros at a turning point. EJ had just lost his job when the company he worked for almost a decade suddenly went into liquidation - a reality faced by thousands of Kiwis. It was a tough time, but also a wake-up call.
Instead of playing it safe, EJ chose to back a dream he’d held for years: building something of his own. When the opportunity came to take the reins of Roti Bros, a brand already loved by many, we saw the chance not just to run a business, but to honour what had been built and help it grow into its next chapter.
Since stepping in, the three of us have stayed true to what made Roti Bros special while bringing in fresh energy, clearer vision, and a deeper connection to our roots. Our vibe blends Southeast Asian flavours with a big love for Aotearoa’s food culture - the exact fusion that’s always made Roti Bros stand out.
Opening our second store and first-ever sit-in café in Remuera was a proud milestone. The flavours that built Roti Bros’ loyal following remain at the heart of everything we do.
Our award-winning pies are packed with flavour, wrapped in golden, flaky roti, and built to surprise you with every bite. Just like the brand itself, each pie tells a story of hustle, creativity, and good old Kiwi ingenuity.
As EJ says:
“We’ve been told once or twice (okay, maybe more) that our pies are ‘the best pie I’ve ever had.’ But don’t just take their word for it - come try one for yourself.”