Thirsty Lion Gastropub – Desert Ridge, AZ

Name: Thirsty Lion Gastropub – Desert Ridge, AZ
Address: 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. Ste. 6, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85050
Telephone: (480) 419-5070
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

707 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Our mission is to evolve the gastropub business by combining the traditional values of European and American pubs, to create a place where friends and family can celebrate life and enjoy handcrafted food, beers and cocktails.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 25, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

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(480) 419-5070

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, International
Hours of operation
Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch and Dinner Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(480) 419-5070
Website
http://www.thirstyliongastropub.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Keith Castro
Private party facilities
Please visit http://www.thirstylionevents.com

Location
21001 N. Tatum Blvd. Ste. 6 Phoenix, AZ 85050
Neighborhood
Desert Ridge
Parking details
Ample parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, 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 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Mon - Fri - 11:30 AM - 3:45 PM, 3:45 PM - 6:00 PM,Sat - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Meeting up with friends after work for drinks is what it’s all about! Join us for Happy Hour every day from 3-6 pm. $1 off pints, $6.95 cocktails, wine, and a food menu starting at $6.95.

Popular dishes

Moscow Mule$7.95
New Amsterdam Vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, simple syrup and a wedge lime
Thirsty Lion Margarita$7.95
Sauza Hacienda Tequila, sweet & sour, agave, muddled lime and triple sec
Bourbon Old Fashioned$9.95
Evan Williams Bourbon, Angostura Bitters, soda, agave, orange and cherry
Classic Mojito$8.95
Cruzan Light Rum, mint, lime, soda, Sprite and simple syrup
Raspberry Drop Martini$8.95
New Amsterdam Vodka, raspberry purée and lemonade

Main

Creamy Queso Dip$5.95
Roasted jalapenos, onion, tomatoes, simmered with cheddar, jack and pepper jack. Served with white corn tortilla chips
Fresh Hand Cut Fries$5.95
Fresh cut and served with peppercorn ranch and Sriracha fry sauce
Caesar Salad*$5.95
Romaine, arugula, radicchio, Grana Parmesan, ciabatta croutons, Parmesan crisp and lemon-garlic Caesar dressing
Garlic Sesame Edamame$5.95
Soybean pods sautéed with garlic sesame soy glaze
Artichoke Spinach Dip$6.95
Reggiano cream, chopped artichokes, jalapeños and roasted garlic with melted white cheddar and corn tortilla chips
Grilled Burger Sliders*$6.95
Beef sliders served with lettuce, tomato, cheddar, pickles and burger sauce
Spicy Fried Chicken Sliders$6.95
Marinated with jalapeño and buttermilk, dusted in spicy flour, crispy-fried and topped with chipotle Napa slaw and dill pickles
Pepperoni & Four Cheese Pizza$6.95
Italian pepperoni, Roma tomato sauce and four cheese blend
Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenderloins$6.95
Served with Sriracha and peppercorn ranch dipping sauces
Spicy Fried Cauliflower$6.95
Sesame tempura fried with spicy black bean hoisin sauce, toasted cashew, scallions, cilantro and Sriracha aioli
Ahi Poke Stack*$7.95
Ahi tuna marinated in soy, Sriracha chili, sweet onions, avocado, nori, scallions, sesame oil and Hawaiian sea salt. Layered with rice, soy ginger and Sriracha aioli with wonton chips
California Roll$7.95
Crab, avocado, cucumber, sticky rice rolled in nori and sesame seeds
Oven Baked Soft Pretzel$7.95
Giant pretzel with scratch made beer cheese, jalapeño jam and sweet mustard sauce
Grilled Salmon Cakes$7.95
Fresh salmon, celery and onions coated with panko bread crumbs and flat top grilled. Topped with Sriracha aioli, balsamic marinated tomatoes and arugula
Crispy Calamari$7.95
Seasoned semolina flour, lightly fried, chili lime sauce and lemon thyme aioli
Bacon Wrapped BBQ Prawns$7.95
With Black Butte BBQ sauce, sticky rice, soy glaze, julienne carrots and daikon radish
Pork Carnitas Tacos$7.95
Slow roasted pork, roasted tomatillo salsa, chipotle Napa slaw, Cotija, pickled radish, jalapeño, and white corn tortillas

What 707 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing appetizers!
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Pamcake
Phoenix
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very crowded on Father's Day, but we had reservation and were seated immediately. Great waitress - very nice and provided perfect service. My husband had the Irish Whiskey French Toast and LOVED it. I had French Dip sandwich and it was great as usual. Quality of food is always consistent. We love the Desert Ridge location - it's only a few miles from our home.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great first time. We will be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Salmon cakes were incredible and the happy hour items are a great deal.
M
Miche
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food...little pricy for what you get but overall nice.
MK
MelodyK
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience1
This was our first time here and we will not be back. When we checked in for our reservation, the hostess said it would be a few mins to get a server to cover the patio- I explained we could sit inside if needed, but she found someone and sat us outside. We were greeted quickly (later found out she is a bartender) and our drinks and food came quickly. This is when everything went downhill. Our salads were RIDICULOUSLY small for the price (heck, even for half the price) and our waitress was MIA- we could never tell her the avocado was missing from both our salads and we just finished our food without it (again, tiny salads). We finally complained to another server who got a manager for us. The manager seemed completely unbothered and uncaring and gave us a side of avocado (despite our being finished). She did eventually comp one salad and our side of fries, and our server eventually came back and apologized (we don’t blame her- they should have just told us they couldn’t seat on the patio). Would definitely not recommend or come back.
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Bill
Phoenix
70 reviews
vip
4.0
70 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food, good service and my first time there. Sometimes that shopping center makes it difficult to locate such a restaurant. As you drive into the shopping center the restaurant is on your right hand side but you almost have to have eyes in the back of your head to see the signage. That was my only concern. I had to get a security guard on site to point out where the restaurant was located.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Bad coffee, but waitress did not charge. Great happy hour menu. Attentive service.
LG
LindseyG
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great! We love Thirsty Lion and go regularly. Great food, excellent cocktails and generous portions.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at this establishment. Food, service and ambiance was fantastic! Everything we ordered was delicious. I will definitely be returning.
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Lisa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall4food3service2ambience4
Its a good Friday night spot not not really birthday dinner material.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of my favorite Go to restaurants! The manager Howard & staff always provide a welcoming customer experience! Marty is one of the bat & friendliest bartenders! The food is always spectacular!
DR
DianeR
Phoenix
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waiter was great even though he was busy! The food was tasty, especially the spicy cauliflower.
RS
ReneeS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I am in a wheelchair and I called ahead to make sure they could accommodate. The staff was really receptive and my friends and I had a great night. Amazing drinks, food and service.
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Sidecargirl
Dallas
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Whether out shopping for the day, or for a Sunday Brunch...Thirsty Lion never disappoints.
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AmenahO
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience1
It was an ok experience. What I got was pretty bland but looked good to the eyes.
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Mxking
Phoenix
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meatballs and Brussels sprouts salad. We really enjoy coming here.
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Knits
Philadelphia
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My special dietary requirements were met without a problem
s
sherryshoes1
Phoenix
64 reviews
vip
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zack was our server, was great. Food was also good very good. Only thing was that I had asked that my raw Ahi be a bit more seared than it usually is, and it wasn't. Was very rare.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Our server was fantastic
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Cindy
Phoenix
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall3food3service1ambience2
We were not even given the Rest. Week menu until we asked. Ordered 2 of the same aptz. and only received one. And that was the best thing we had to eat. Waited a half hour for dinner to come out, then received the wrong dessert. She ordered one to go so we waited for that. At least she didn't charge for the missing aptz. I also don't think the tip screen should be set at 18%, 20% or 22%. Sure you can select other and give what you want but that's not really appropriate. At least start with 15%.
LD
LaDonnaA
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing, we tried multiple dishes and didn't have a complaint on any of them. The atmosphere was fun and energetic and we will definitely return again.
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Lovie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Had a wonderful dinner. The salmon with cilantro rice and vegetables was delicious and companion had the fish and chips . Especially liked the raspberry martini. We ordered the whiskey apple crumb cobbler for dessert and split it . Very tasty. Only down size was the noise level. Very loud.
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jessbee
Phoenix
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience3
went for restaurant week on Sunday, the first day. I went for the Korean ribs which were one of the special items. I chose this place over others because I wanted to try the ribs. When I arrived at 5:30 I was told they were sold out, the ribs were not available. I then left. I think this is a bait and switch. To offer a special for restaurant week and then not have it available at 5:30 PM on the first day is not acceptable. I missed the chance to go somewhere else for a dish that I was interested in. Service was also slow, the place was empty and it took 20 minutes for someone to come and tell me that the dish I came for was not available. Why join restaurant week if you aren't going to have the advertised dishes available? Just to irritate potential customers I suppose.
CV
ChrisV
Phoenix
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience1
We went for Restaurant week and they were out of the foods we wanted to order. Server was not helpful. Very disappointed.
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Kiki
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Andrea was awesome, will request her again at future visits.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Al was an awesome server, great booth, great food and drinks
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Lonemoon79
Phoenix
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience2
First time here the food and service was excellent. However I really don't care for the way they have the seating setup here. Everyone is on top of each other very uncomfortable. Would say that was the only draw back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Good food, great service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience4
Food was good a little noisy but overall good experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
426 reviews
vip
4.0
426 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
We had a dinner for a Wednesday night. We went on Wednesday because the restaurant used to have 50% off bottles of wines. Unfortunately, that deal is gone. We ordered wine and several appetizers from the Happy Hour menu. The menu has quite a bit of choices and our picks were all good. Our server, Karli E was friendly and attentive. Overall we enjoyed our evening at the Thirsty Lion.
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Chris
Salt Lake City
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience2
Waited 45 minutes for food. And it wasn’t worth the wait.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Loved it! Great food, great beer. Would definitely come back.
CN
CindyN
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 16, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Enjoyed the food and Anita, our server. Will look forward to a return visit.
SM
StaceyM
Phoenix
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Casual atmosphere, service was a bit slow but nothing that would stop me from coming back. Food was good and tasty.
JM
JoanM
Milwaukee
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent! It is the third time we have eaten there and everything has always been very good!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience2
It was Mother’s Day so I understand that some things may not have been up to par, however there was plenty of seating outside and around the areas they may not of had service to them but our seating was extremely tight for seven people. The musics way too loud to have a conversation ..definitely cater to a younger crowd. I had a Ruben it was OK the rye a little greasy & the meat was dry and my fries cold over cooked..But overall not too bad my husband had the salmon it was amazing! Other family members had tacos, French dip, and the ribeye they said was amazing. Service was pretty good under the circumstances.. We plan on going back to see what it’s like on a normal day and try other food
SF
SixFoodies
Phoenix
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Six of us, aged 10 to 94, went for Mother’s Day and we all had a wonderful time! Our server, Stacey B. was terrific - the drinks and food were all excellent and Still very reasonably priced - it is not a super quiet place, but we were still able to carry On a conversation- we had only been for dinner and happy hour before, which were great, but the brunch Was just outstanding!
MC
MCGC
New England
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
It was a wonderful experience… great server and meal.
JH
JimH
Phoenix
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place. I got my usual and my wife got the new Moroccan meatballs. Everything tasted great. Also loved the spicy cauliflower appetizer. Great food, comfortable dining, great service.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

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

Thirsty Lion Gastropub – Desert Ridge, AZ is rated 4.4 stars by 707 OpenTable diners.

Thirsty Lion Gastropub – 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.