Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ

4.6

1233 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Mar 10, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 38 times today

Great for happy hour
Lively
Good for groups

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.

Additional information

Location
2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy Suite 1041, Tempe, AZ 85281
Phone number
(480) 968-2920
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–10:00 pm Lunch and Dinner: 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
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Ample.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Keith Castro
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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Offers

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Mon - Wed - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - 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!
Late Night Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Fri - 9:00 PM - 10:15 PM,Sat - 9:00 PM - 10:30 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.

Popular dishes

What 1,233 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East Valley
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Thirsty Lion in Tempe, AZ offers a lively atmosphere with "great food" and "excellent service." Guests appreciate the diverse menu, including favorites like poke bowls and carnitas salad. The outdoor patio is a hit, though noise levels can be high indoors. Ideal for groups, with attentive staff making visits memorable.

1,233 Reviews

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Michael
Los Angeles10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Huge place. I little noisy but the have great screens for watching games. Lots of menu chooses and good monthly specials.
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Mary Ellen VIP
Phoenix10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was great. My only comment is that it's too loud. The crowd looked rather mature so I think everyone would have liked the music to be a little quieter.
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Brad
Columbus3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place food and service . Location nice .. special layout
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Jim VIP
Phoenix25 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a great server and food was great.. Just a bit loud. Can’t remember our server’s name, but he was short with salt and pepper hair and really was great and works a lot
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Phoenix2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Food is consistently good! Great service but nearby patrons were obnoxiously loud. Should have asked to move.
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Linda VIP
New York City20 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The atmosphere inside was unpleasant due to the sound levels. We couldn’t hear each other talk so we requested a table outside which was much more pleasant. The food was lukewarm and below average which was strange because I’ve ordered the salmon before and it was delicious. The server took a long time to check on us, and my husband’s food was inedible. He ordered a second entree and it wasn’t much better. For the price, we expected better.
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Barton VIP
Phoenix105 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a vibrant restaurant with great food and service,
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Debra
Chicago24 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great outside space, good, and service!! Great for a midday drink & appetizer.
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Daniel
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The perfect spot for a relaxed Valentines Day date. Also really enjoyed the music videos on the tv screens.
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Wendy
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service and ambience. Great location. Will definitely return! Highly recommend this restaurant!!
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FAQs

Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 968-2920.

Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ is rated 4.6 stars by 1233 OpenTable diners.

Thirsty Lion – Tempe, 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

Mar 10, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 38 times today

2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy Suite 1041, Tempe, AZ 85281

Additional information

Phone number
(480) 968-2920
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–10:00 pm Lunch and Dinner: 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
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Ample.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Keith Castro
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

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Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ

Make a reservation

Additional information

Gift card

Offers

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

Late Night Happy Hour

Popular dishes

Caprese Chicken

Spicy Sausage Mac & Cheese

Classic Mac & Cheese

Menu

What 1,233 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ restaurant rated?

Does Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ offer gift cards?

Is Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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