Prairie Fire at The Wood Lane Arches

Get a taste for authentic Kansas-style BBQ at Prairie Fire. This is a place for hearty food packed with flavour, paired with delicious beer from the taproom. Chef and pit master Michael Gratz is originally from Kansas City and has poured his expertise into bringing mouthwatering dishes from home to the plates of hungry Londoners. It’s a laid-back space where you can eat, drink, and have a good time.

Plenty of care and attention to detail goes into making the food at Prairie Fire. Meat is slowly smoked over wood for hours to produce a flavour and texture that you can’t replicate. Slathered with the restaurant’s signature and secret recipe BBQ sauce, a meal here is really a unique experience. Naturally the menu is meat-centric, with a meat platter among the appetisers and a choice of burgers, hot dogs, and classic BBQ sandwiches for mains. Try English pork smoked over applewood for 14 hours, USDA brisket cooked for 16 hours over oak, or smashed patties in a chilli cheese burger. There are tempting sides to go with your meal like slaw, fries, and mac & cheese.

Beer is a big deal at Prairie Fire too, with the restaurant’s taproom showcasing craft beers from London, the rest of the UK, and around the world. If beer isn’t for you, try a classic cocktail, hard seltzer, or a pick from the wine list. There are indoor and outdoor spaces at this down-to-earth industrial place, with leather seating and exposed brick walls. This is a top pick for a relaxed and satisfying meal in West London.