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Thirsty Lion - Chandler, AZ, Chandler, AZ

Thirsty Lion - Chandler, AZ

4.6 (657)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
3077 W Frye Road, Chandler, AZ 85226

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
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 lunch, dinner, daily happy hour, or weekend brunch 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

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, International
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 2:00 pm–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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Chandler
  • Cross street
    W. Frye Road and the 101
  • Parking details
    There is some parking that is reserved only for Thirsty Lion, and some parking in the lot that is open to all businesses within Chandler Viridian.
  • 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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Experiences

  • Arizona Restaurant Week

    May 16, 2025 - May 25, 2025
    Join us at Thirsty Lion for Arizona Restaurant Week and enjoy a specially curated three-course menu for just $33! Choose from a selection of scratch-made favorites and seasonal dishes that showcase bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Starters - Mediterranean Meatballs - Spicy Fried Cauliflower - Hot Honey, Sausage, Calabrese Salami & Pepperoni Flatbread Entrees - Pork Carnitas Salad Bowl - Wagyu Beef & Prosciutto Burger - Grilled Shrimp Pad Thai - Smoked Baby Back Ribs Desserts - Cinnamon Sugar Churros & Ice Cream - Crème Brûlée - Southern Peach Crisp
    Arizona Restaurant Week Photo
  • Mother's Day Prix Fixe Dinner

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate the amazing women in your life with our special Mother’s Day Prix Fixe Menu at Thirsty Lion! Whether it’s your mom, grandma, aunt, or any mother figure who deserves some love, treat them to a delicious three-course meal starting at $49, including a glass of select wine to toast the occasion. Chef's Crafted Course Menu 1 - Choose a Starter, Entree & Dessert for $49 Starters - Artichoke Spinach Dip - Bacon Wrapped BBQ Shrimp Entrees - Black Cherry BBQ Pork Tenderloin - Tuscan Romano Chicken - Grilled Shrimp Pad Thai Dessert - Cinnamon Sugar Churros & Ice Cream - Crème Brûlée * Served with a glass of Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay, Conundrum Red Blend, or La Marca Prosecco Chef's Crafted Course Menu 2 - Choose a Starter, Entree & Dessert for $69 Starters - Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail - Mediterranean Meatballs Entrees - Miso & Orange Glazed Salmon - Smoked Baby Back Ribs - Grilled Ribeye Steak Dessert - Chocolate Caramel Brownie - Southern Peach Crisp * Served with a glass of Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay, Conundrum Red Blend, or La Marca Prosecco

Offers

  • Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 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
    Thu - 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.

    Late Night Happy Hour Photo

What 657 people are saying

Thirsty Lion - Chandler, AZ reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Good for groups

  • East Valley

    Great for brunch

  • East Valley

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Thirsty Lion in Chandler, AZ, is a vibrant spot with "excellent service," "delicious food," and a "great atmosphere." The patio dining is a highlight, offering a less noisy and comfortable setting. The extensive menu, including seasonal offerings, receives praise for its consistent quality. The attentive staff and lively ambiance make it a favorite for families and sports enthusiasts alike.

657 Reviews
  1. Dave

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, delicious food and great ambience. Family friendly and also great cocktails! Outdoor patio is very nice! We made a reservation for 8 people on Easter Sunday for lunch. We were greated right away and our table was already ready. We had a very friendly server, Caleb.

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  2. Mary Ann

    Phoenix16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful; wonderful “Happy Hour” on the back patio, while the weather was perfect. Our waiter, Ethan was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and Pinot Grigio (times 6) was yummy. I enjoyed the southwest chicken salad. My two friends really loved the California roll and the carnitas tacos.

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  3. Stacy

    Portland3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Thirsty Lion is a very good place to bring family. The food is excellent, the staff is outstanding and very comfortable atmosphere. I highly recommend.

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  4. Manuel VIP

    Phoenix45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a good time here and never disappoints! The food and service is outstanding and many times, we have leftovers!

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  5. joy VIP

    Detroit6 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We got seated right away however our server didn’t greet us until about 10 -15 minutes later. Since we waited so long we ordered right away and didn’t see our server until like 30 minutes later. Someone else brought our food and it was cold and not good. We had to ask for our check from another waiter and pay our check with another waiter bc she only came back once to ask how our food was. We normally get food service and food so this was surprising.

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  6. Jon

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome place. Food was excellent and the selection was impressive. They even had GF options for my spouse and that was so nice to see. Happy Hour was clutch since my daughter was able to order off the Happy hour menu and still have a nice meal.

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  7. Hawk VIP

    Des Moines21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was so slow! We only order appetizers and a salad 2 1/2 hours start to finish Had to go find someone to finally give us our check

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  8. frank VIP

    Phoenix17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and fun atmosphere. Server was very attentive. Our salad came out first and actually had time to eat it before entry came out which was so lovely. Great experience great experience!

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  9. Bev

    Calgary6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great to be on the patio -less noisy and comfortable with the heaters

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  10. Levi

    Phoenix4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our appetizer came out after our main dishes, which kinda defeats the purpose of the appetizer, otherwise had a good experience

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FAQs

Thirsty Lion - Chandler, AZ offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Thirsty Lion - Chandler, AZ also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 786-5799.

Thirsty Lion - Chandler, AZ is rated 4.6 stars by 657 OpenTable diners.

Thirsty Lion - Chandler, 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.

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Thirsty Lion - Chandler, AZ

3077 W Frye Road, Chandler, AZ 85226

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W. Frye Road and the 101
  • Neighborhood
    Chandler
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 2:00 pm–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
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is some parking that is reserved only for Thirsty Lion, and some parking in the lot that is open to all businesses within Chandler Viridian.
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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