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Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ, Phoenix, AZ

Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ

4.7
4.7
1239 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
9:00 PM
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Booked 14 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for outdoor dining
Offering gastropub fare and from-scratch cooking with a culinary commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, the food is both craveable and bold. At the bar, a wide range of local craft beers are available, an option for every palate and plate. Craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, while wines come in 25 varieties. Enjoy your lunch, dinner, daily happy hour or weekend brunch craft brew while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it's a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, International
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch and Dinner Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu–Sat 9:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (480) 419-5070
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Keith Castro
  • Private party facilities
    Thirsty Lion Gastropub has established itself as a premier destination for memorable events. Whether you are planning a corporate soirée, a team-building activity, a holiday party, or any other special occasion, we have the perfect space and services to exceed your expectations.
  • Neighborhood
    Desert Ridge
  • Parking details
    Ample parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Mon - Fri - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:45 PM - 6:00 PM,Sat - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us for Happy Hour daily from 3-6pm! Enjoy a special selection of appetizers, from crispy calamari to spicy fried chicken sliders, perfectly paired with our handcrafted cocktails, beers, and wines. Unwind in style at Thirsty Lion with your friends, family, or coworkers!

    Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm! Photo
  • Late Night Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - Sat - 9:00 PM - 10:45 PM
    Elevate your evenings at Thirsty Lion! Enjoy our special Late Night Happy Hour Thursday – Saturday from 9pm – close. Indulge in a variety of appetizers crafted to satisfy your late-night cravings. Wash it down with our selection of craft cocktails, beers, and wines.

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What 1,239 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Phoenix

    Contemporary American

Review summary

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Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ, offers a vibrant dining experience with a "great variety of menu items" and "outstanding food." Guests praise the "superb service" and "amazing" dishes like the Reuben sandwich and white cheddar burger. The outdoor seating is a hit, though some mention noise levels as a downside.
1,239 Reviews
  1. Edward

    VIP

    Washington DC

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and drink. The food quality was a bit off compared to our usual dining experience here. It wasn’t bad but not as good as usual. The chicken for 2 do the 3 entrees was a bit over cooked while the sides included were not hot. The server was great though.

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  2. Tina

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I made reservations for 8 and we later had 2 more adds, so I called the restaurant, and they were able to accommodate us without issue, so that was highly appreciated. Serving a table of 10 can be a pain but if they had issues, it didn't show. Service was outstanding. Food was delicious. It was my firs time there and the fries were good, the cauliflower appetizer is one i would eat again and again. We also had the special appetizer (bacon wrapped dates) that were delicious. the only downside that I have is that we had two folks with us who were vegetarians, and it was hard for them to find something they could eat. Almost every meal had meat in it, even salads. I'm not sure I found one that didn't (other than a few appetizers - like pretzel or cauliflower). They ordered taco's w/o any meat. They still enjoyed the meal and so everyone left happy. I wish I had room for dessert. The options looked amazing. I'm from out of the area, but when I'm back in tow, I'll be back.

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  3. Bill

    Phoenix

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great tasting food tonight! This is my favorite location for a Ruben sandwich!

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  4. Sherry

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined at Thirsty Lion on New Year’s Eve. They had a special menu for the holiday. It was excellent! A 3 course meal that included a glass of wine. The pricing was good, food was amazing and service was great! Frankly it was more than we expected. We were looking for a place to eat near the MIM before a show and we weren’t particularly picky. However we picked a winner!

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  5. Roger

    VIP

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner with superb service! We will be back again!!

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  6. Marsha

    Atlanta Metro

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Enjoyed dinner with family! Love the food options…something for everyone. Barbecue shrimp were delicious! Service was good.

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  7. Matt

    VIP

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Bartender served us at nearby table. Great service!

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  8. Mike

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great outside venue with a fire pit table. Great variety of on tap beers, outstanding food. Our table of 7 could not find anything to complain about. Our server was the best!

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  9. Gina

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent. My husband ordered the smoked turkey club sandwich and I had the burger sliders. I would recommend.

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  10. Maryann

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Happy hour prices were good. It is pretty noisy

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FAQs

Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 419-5070.

Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ is rated 4.7 stars by 1239 OpenTable diners.

Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ

21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. 6, Phoenix, AZ 85050

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Desert Ridge
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch and Dinner Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu–Sat 9:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Keith Castro
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (480) 419-5070
  • Private party facilities
    Thirsty Lion Gastropub has established itself as a premier destination for memorable events. Whether you are planning a corporate soirée, a team-building activity, a holiday party, or any other special occasion, we have the perfect space and services to exceed your expectations.
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