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Firebird

223 High St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

Recommended by 24 people

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223 High St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

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+61 3 9088 8093
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Firebird

Prahran locals plan their week around Firebird's wood-fired Vietnamese cooking—and the smoke delivers. Inside, dim lighting and wall projections set a moody date-night hum. Regulars target Wednesdays for Chicken Night, where twenty-five dollars gets half a bird blistered over coals and slicked with chilli nước mắm. Crisp green apple papaya salad cuts through the heat, alongside plates of grilled squid and 14-day dry-aged duck from the hearth.

  • Wednesday Chicken Night: Midweek diners pack the dining room for a $25 half chicken basted in chilli nước mắm with a choice of sides.
  • Wood-Fired Grill Specialties: Dishes come straight off the coals, headlined by tender grilled squid and a signature 14-day dry-aged duck.
  • Moody Atmosphere: Industrial textures, wall projections, and personable staff give the room an easy, magnetic rhythm for dates and birthdays.
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Why Diners Choose Firebird

From the coveted $25 Wednesday Chicken Night to smoky wood-fired banquets and moody date-night tables, discover why Prahran books Firebird days in advance—reserve your table early.

  • The Coveted $25 Wednesday Chicken Special

    Firebird anchors midweek dining with half a free-range bird basted in sticky chilli nước mắm alongside custom sides, delivering high-impact value.

    Firebird’s Wednesday night chicken special is an absolute bargain at $25 and well worth checking out.

    Christopher Wu

  • Generous Midweek Feasting With Custom Sides

    Portions are generous and thoughtfully structured, pairing juicy wood-fired chicken with vibrant papaya salads, charred greens, and house sauces.

    For just $25 per head, you get half a free-range chicken marinated and cooked in a Vietnamese chilli nước mắm sauce, plus your choice of two sides to share.

    Simon Charles

  • Unforgettable Milestone Anniversaries

    Couples commemorating milestone anniversaries receive heartfelt hospitality, tailored wine pairings, and celebratory warmth from arrival to dessert.

    We celebrated our 26th wedding anniversary here and it was an amazing night.

    ben loke

  • Effortless Birthday Celebrations

    Group gatherings and milestone birthdays are elevated by attentive table service, celebratory energy, and well-timed banquet menus.

    Celebrated my birthday here with my two besties, and it was such a memorable experience!

    Dinali Liyanage

  • Moody, Cinematic Date-Night Atmosphere

    With ambient wall projections, moody lighting, and bespoke cocktails, the dining room sets an electric yet intimate stage for romance.

    The atmosphere is cool, cosy and moody. I love the projections on the wall.

    Mahala Fox

  • Wood-Fired Smoke and 14-Day Dry-Aged Duck

    Hearth-fired cooking imparts signature char across the menu, headlined by the tender 14-day dry-aged duck that anchors the kitchen's craft.

    The duck was absolutely outstanding and is something I’ll be recommending and thinking about for years to come.

    Lois W

Signature wood-fired Vietnamese plates and acclaimed midweek specials.

  • Wednesday Chicken Night

    The chicken itself was juicy, cooked beautifully, and paired with a sauce that was so good it warranted a double dip.

    Christopher Wu

  • 14-Day Dry-Aged Roast Duck

    The duck was absolutely outstanding and is something I’ll be recommending and thinking about for years to come.

    Lois W

  • Grilled Squid

    The grilled squid was so tender and the sauce was such a fresh and flavourful addition.

    Alessia Maio

  • Charred Mushroom Bánh Ướt

    The rice noodles with mushrooms was just wonderful - it had such a charred umami flavour and truly knocked our socks off.

    Alessia Maio

Other favorites

Complementary sides, crafted cocktails, desserts, and curated pairings to round out your meal.

  • Espresso Martini

    I also tried the espresso martini and I loved it!

    Rahil Chadha

  • Papaya Salad

    You also can’t really go wrong with the papaya salad, which added a nice fresh contrast to the richness of the chicken.

    Christopher Wu

  • Wine Matching

    If you're inclined, the team can also wine match for you, which is a lovely touch.

    Simon Charles

  • Mango Custard

    the mango custard, though literally everything was delicious.

    Lily Salmon

Beyond the menu

From customized banquet substitutions to thoughtful wine matches, these memorable details elevate every dinner. Book your table ahead to experience the energy yourself.

  • Flexible Banquet Substitutions

    For groups with varied dietary preferences, the team willingly tailors dishes across the premium set menu rather than locking diners into rigid banquet selections.

  • Personalized Neighborhood Recommendations

    Floor staff frequently take the extra step to curate bespoke local bar and nightlife recommendations to help guests continue their milestone celebrations after dinner.

  • Tailored Midweek Wine Pairings

    Even when dining on the casual Wednesday chicken special, guests can opt for tailored wine pairings poured specifically to complement the fiery chilli nước mắm glaze.

  • Cinematic Wall Projections

    The dim, industrial dining space is framed by luminous visual wall projections, setting a moody and artistic atmosphere ideal for romantic evenings.

Before you head over

Essential guidance on booking signature nights, pairing wood-fired flavours, and navigating group feasts. Book your table ahead to catch Prahran's high-voltage dining room in full swing.

  • Book Wednesday Chicken Night a Week Ahead

    Midweek seats fill rapidly for the $25 half-chicken special. Reserve at least seven days in advance, as Wednesday dinner slots consistently book out.

  • Balance Rich Dishes with Rice and Papaya Salad

    The half-bird arrives generously coated in rich, sticky chilli nước mắm. Order steamed rice to soak up the sauce, and add the green apple papaya salad to cut through the heat.

  • Opt for Set Menus to Handle Group Dietaries

    For celebrations or date nights with diverse dining preferences, the banquet menus streamline group ordering and spotlight the 14-day dry-aged duck, with staff readily accommodating dietary substitutes. Lock in your table early to experience Prahran's wood-fired favourite.

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