FIREDOOR

Wood-Fired Purity and Excellence by Lennox Hastie

Nestled in the heart of Surry Hills, Firedoor our former No. 1 of the ranking stands as a unique culinary establishment where every dish is prepared exclusively over wood fire. Under the guidance of Chef Lennox Hastie, the restaurant offers a dining experience that emphasises simplicity and the natural flavours of premium ingredients.

Chef Lennox Hastie, renowned for his expertise in wood-fired cooking, brings a wealth of experience to Firedoor. His approach focuses on using various types of wood to enhance the inherent qualities of each ingredient, creating dishes that are both flavorful and authentic.

Signature Dishes

Firedoor’s menu is dynamic, changing daily to reflect seasonal availability. Notable offerings include:
• Dry-Aged Rib-Eye: A meticulously 200+ days aged cut, grilled over wood fire to achieve a perfect balance of tenderness and flavour.

The restaurant employs a variety of woods, such as mallee root and ironbark, to impart distinct flavours to each dish. This method ensures that the essence of the ingredients remains at the forefront, offering a dining experience that is both rustic and refined.

Firedoor’s interior features an open kitchen design, allowing guests to observe the cooking process. The warm, inviting atmosphere is complemented by the aromas of wood smoke and the visual appeal of flames, creating a multisensory dining experience.

Firedoor offers a distinctive approach to dining, where the focus is on the purity of ingredients and the art of wood-fired cooking. Chef Lennox Hastie’s dedication to this craft results in a menu that is both innovative and grounded in tradition.