Opening hours
Closed · opens 4:00 PM
| Monday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Brookline: 3:05 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (617) 396-8199 to confirm.
Location & directions
242 Harvard StreetBrookline, MA 02446
About Prairie Fire
Prairie Fire is an American restaurant you'll find at 242 Harvard Street in Brookline, Massachusetts. It's part of our guide to 87 restaurants, cafes and bars in Brookline.
Prairie Fire is open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Service options include takeout, delivery, and dine-in.
Reservations are accepted; call (617) 396-8199 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 242 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA 02446
- Phone
- (617) 396-8199
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Prairie Fire’s weekday schedule with 157 other American restaurants in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:15 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 45 hours a week, 24 hours fewer than the local median of 69. 95% of American restaurants in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Prairie Fire is one of them.
Compared with 157 other American restaurants in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Massachusetts
Based on 45 menus with 3,193 priced items from American restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $13.99, and half of all items are priced between $9.00 and $19.00.
We don’t have Prairie Fire’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in Massachusetts typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 40% | $14.00 |
| French Fries | 27% | $5.97 |
| Grilled Cheese | 24% | $10.00 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 20% | $9.99 |
| Fried Pickles | 18% | $12.38 |
| Baked Haddock | 18% | $24.15 |
| Chicken Fingers | 18% | $10.97 |
| Onion Rings | 18% | $8.25 |
Calculated from 45 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Dine-in
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Restroom
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Children
- Changing table
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Prairie Fire there are 40 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 214 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (34), Chinese (26), Bakeries & Desserts (22), and Japanese & Sushi (14).
Competition is healthy: 6 other American restaurants are within a mile and 35 within three miles. The closest is Hamilton Bar & Restaurant, 0.1 mi away.
75 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Prairie Fire's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Is Prairie Fire open on Sunday?
Yes, Prairie Fire is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Prairie Fire located?
Prairie Fire is located at 242 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA 02446.
What is the phone number of Prairie Fire?
You can call Prairie Fire at (617) 396-8199.
Does Prairie Fire offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Prairie Fire offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, delivery, and dine-in.
Does Prairie Fire take reservations?
Yes, Prairie Fire accepts reservations.
Is Prairie Fire good for kids?
Family-friendly details: changing table.
Is Prairie Fire open late?
Yes – Prairie Fire is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Prairie Fire?
There are 214 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Prairie Fire. Nearby options include Lan Feast (< 0.1 mi), Subway (< 0.1 mi), and Maguro (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Prairie Fire?
6 other American restaurants within a mile. The closest is Hamilton Bar & Restaurant, 0.1 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in Massachusetts cost?
Based on 45 menus with 3,193 priced items from American restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $13.99, and half of all items are priced between $9.00 and $19.00.
Nearby places
All in Brookline
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