Heat, char and crunch.
Clean, bright and dry with a floral hop finish. Order it with chili, the tandoor, chhoila, sekuwa and Indo-Chinese.
Pairing guide
Pair it right.
Dish-by-dish pairings from the menus of all 10 places pouring Firebird across Northern Virginia and D.C. Find your restaurant, then pick your beer.
The short version
Which beer with which dish?
Cream, butter and slow cooking.
Golden and smooth with toasted grain and honeyed malt. Order it with butter chicken, kormas, biryani and steamed momos.
Punjabi & Indo-Chinese
BABA’s of Ashburn
A Punjabi kitchen and bar with a deep tandoor list, kadhai dishes and Indo-Chinese plates.
43330 Junction Plaza, Ashburn, VA WebsiteDirections- Tandoori ChickenHimalayan PilsnerCharred, smoky edges want a cold, dry pilsner to reset the palate between bites.
- Chicken Seekh KebobHimalayan PilsnerFloral hops lift the cumin and green chili in the minced kebab.
- Kadhai PaneerHimalayan PilsnerBell pepper and crushed coriander stay bright next to a crisp, clean beer.
- Baba’s Famous Butter GravyMt. Everest LagerToasted grain and a touch of honeyed malt match the butter and tomato.
- Goat BiryaniMt. Everest LagerA smooth golden lager carries the saffron and slow-cooked goat without crowding them.
- Hakka NoodlesHimalayan PilsnerWok-fried and garlicky. The pilsner’s dry finish keeps every forkful fresh.
Nepali & Tibetan
Himalayan Wild Yak
Yak is the house specialty here, from momos to braises, alongside chhoila, sekuwa and Nepali set meals.
22885 Brambleton Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20148 WebsiteDirections- Momo: YakMt. Everest LagerRich, juicy dumplings and a malt-forward lager. The table favorite for good reason.
- Buff ChhoilaHimalayan PilsnerSmoky, mustard-oil heat and fresh chili. Exactly what a crisp pilsner is for.
- Chicken SekuwaHimalayan PilsnerFire-grilled skewers with timur pepper tingle. Keep it cold and dry.
- Yak ChiliHimalayan PilsnerStir-fried with peppers and plenty of kick. The pilsner cools it down.
- Braised YakMt. Everest LagerSlow, deep and savory. Mt. Everest’s toasted-grain warmth sits right alongside.
- Nepali Set MealEither oneDal, rice, tarkari, achar and meat in one tray. Order one of each and share.
Hyderabadi biryani & tandoor
Biryani Grill
Dum-style biryani and a 900°F tandoor. Firebird is coming to the menu soon.
43530 Yukon Dr, Ashburn, VA 20147 WebsiteDirections- Chicken Dum BiryaniMt. Everest LagerLayered, saffron-scented rice and a smooth golden lager.
- Mutton BiryaniMt. Everest LagerRich goat biryani with toasted-grain malt.
- Hariyali ChickenHimalayan PilsnerGreen herb marinade and tandoor char with a crisp pilsner.
Indian, tandoor & Indo-Chinese
Bollywood Bistro
A Fairfax favorite for tandoor grills, Rajasthani and Hyderabadi specialties and Indo-Chinese.
3955 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030 WebsiteDirections- Chicken 65Himalayan PilsnerBatter-fried with curry leaves and chilies. Built for a crisp pilsner.
- Laal MaasHimalayan PilsnerA fiery Rajasthani red-chili lamb curry. Keep the cold one close.
- Gobi ManchurianHimalayan PilsnerSweet-spicy and crunchy, cut clean by the dry finish.
- Butter ChickenMt. Everest LagerTomato, butter and cream with a smooth, malty lager.
- Nizami Lamb BiryaniMt. Everest LagerSaffron and slow-cooked lamb with toasted-grain warmth.
- Champe’ (Rack of Lamb)Mt. Everest LagerTandoor-roasted lamb chops and a round, golden lager.
Nepali
WOW Nepal
Family recipes from across Nepal: momos, choila, sekuwa, thukpa and Newari khaja sets.
10728 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030 WebsiteDirections- Momo (Chicken)Mt. Everest LagerSteamed, juicy and mild. Mt. Everest is the easy pick.
- Choila (Chicken)Himalayan PilsnerSmoky, spicy grilled meat with mustard oil and fenugreek. Pilsner territory.
- Poleko SekuwaHimalayan PilsnerFire-grilled skewers with beaten rice. Crisp, cold, repeat.
- ThukpaMt. Everest LagerA warming Himalayan noodle soup that suits a smooth, malty lager.
- Buffalo Sukuti ChatpateHimalayan PilsnerDried buffalo, chili and crunch. The pilsner keeps it fresh.
- Bhatti Goat MomoMt. Everest LagerGoat dumplings in a slow-simmered stew. Rich food, round beer.
Nepali & Indian
Tandoori
Nepali momos and chhoila next to Indian tandoor and curry classics.
10312 Willard Way, Fairfax, VA 22030 YelpDirections- Buff MoMoMt. Everest LagerClassic buffalo dumplings with a smooth golden lager.
- Chicken ChhoilaHimalayan PilsnerMarinated, grilled and tossed with Nepali spices. Crisp pilsner, please.
- Chicken SekuwaHimalayan PilsnerSmoky, spiced skewers want something cold and dry.
- Lamb BotiHimalayan PilsnerTandoor-charred lamb and a clean, hoppy finish.
- Butter ChickenMt. Everest LagerCreamy and mild, matched by honeyed malt.
- ThaliEither oneThe full Nepali spread. Order both beers and let the table decide.
Nepali momo house
Everest Momo’s
Chantilly’s momo specialists. Steamed, chili and pan-fried kothey, made to order.
Chantilly, VA YelpDirections- Chicken Momo (steamed)Mt. Everest LagerJuicy and gently spiced. A smooth lager lets the filling and tomato achar shine.
- Chili Chicken MomoHimalayan PilsnerTossed in a fiery sauce. Reach for the coldest, crispest pilsner.
- Chicken Kothey (pan-fried)Mt. Everest LagerCrisp bottoms and toasty edges meet toasted-grain malt.
- Veg MomoHimalayan PilsnerFresh vegetables and herbs pair with the pilsner’s floral lift.
Cans to go
Liberty Gas Station
Grab cold 16 oz cans of both beers to take home. Pick up a box of momos while you’re there.
43673 John Mosby Hwy, Chantilly, VA 20152 YelpDirectionsHimalayan Pilsner and Mt. Everest Golden Lager, cold and ready to go in 16 oz cans.
Hyderabadi biryani & tandoor
Biryani Grill
Dum-style biryani and a 900°F tandoor. Firebird is coming to the menu soon.
13635 US-50, Chantilly, VA 20151 WebsiteDirections- Chicken Dum BiryaniMt. Everest LagerLayered, saffron-scented rice and a smooth golden lager.
- Fish TikkaHimalayan PilsnerTandoor-roasted fish with a clean, bright pilsner.
- Paneer TikkaHimalayan PilsnerSmoky paneer and peppers with a crisp, dry finish.
Mumbai street food & Indian
Mumbai Central
Mumbai flavors in Idylwood Plaza: chaat, Indo-Chinese, tandoor, coastal curries and dum biryani.
7505 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 WebsiteDirections- Pani PuriHimalayan PilsnerTangy, spicy, crunchy. A bright pilsner keeps up with every pop.
- Gobi ManchurianHimalayan PilsnerSweet-hot Indo-Chinese glaze and a dry, hoppy finish to cut through it.
- Chicken ChillyHimalayan PilsnerChili-garlic heat is the pilsner’s favorite partner.
- Butter ChickenMt. Everest LagerSilky, fenugreek-scented curry and a smooth golden lager. A classic match.
- Kerala Fish CurryHimalayan PilsnerRaw mango and curry leaf stay lively next to a clean, crisp beer.
- Hyderabadi Dum BiryaniMt. Everest LagerLayered and aromatic. Honeyed malt rounds out the spice.
Indian & Indo-Chinese
Bansari Indian Cuisine
North Indian house specials, tandoor, street food and Indo-Chinese.
2750 Gallows Rd, Vienna, VA WebsiteDirections- Tandoori WingsHimalayan PilsnerCharred and spicy. Wings and a cold pilsner, the way it should be.
- Pav BhajiHimalayan PilsnerButtery, spiced street food. The pilsner’s snap keeps it light.
- Gobi Manchurian DryHimalayan PilsnerCrisp cauliflower in an Indo-Chinese glaze with a clean, dry beer.
- Butter ChickenMt. Everest LagerRich and creamy with a smooth golden lager.
- Kashmiri Goat CurryMt. Everest LagerDeep, aromatic and slow-cooked. Malt warmth matches it.
- Baingan BhartaMt. Everest LagerSmoky roasted eggplant with toasted-grain sweetness.
Punjabi & Mughlai
GOAT Room DC
Homestyle Punjabi cooking near Mount Vernon Square: kebabs, kormas, tandoor and biryani.
1010 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001 WebsiteDirections- Tandoori ChickenHimalayan PilsnerClay-oven char and a cold pilsner. Simple and right.
- Lamb TikkaHimalayan PilsnerGrilled, spiced lamb chunks. The dry finish clears the palate.
- Chicken VindalooHimalayan PilsnerBig heat and vinegar tang. Crisp and cold is the move.
- Chicken Tikka MasalaMt. Everest LagerCreamy tomato sauce meets honeyed malt.
- Goat KormaMt. Everest LagerRich, nutty and mild. Mt. Everest’s smooth body fits right in.
- Lamb BiryaniMt. Everest LagerFragrant rice and tender lamb with a golden lager on the side.
Questions
Good to know.
Which Firebird beer goes best with spicy food?
Himalayan Pilsner. It’s crisp and dry with a floral hop finish, so it cools down chili heat, tandoor char and Indo-Chinese sauces.
What beer goes with momos?
Steamed momos with tomato achar go best with the smooth, malty Mt. Everest Golden Lager. For chili momos or jhol momos with extra heat, choose Himalayan Pilsner.
What should I drink with butter chicken or biryani?
Mt. Everest Golden Lager. Its toasted-grain warmth and touch of honeyed malt match creamy, buttery and slow-cooked dishes.
Where do these dishes come from?
Every dish on this page is from the menu of a restaurant that pours Firebird. Menus change, so ask your server what’s on today.
For restaurants
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