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Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ, Phoenix, AZ

Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ

4.5 (1289)
$30 and under
American
21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. 6, Phoenix, AZ 85050

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for outdoor dining
Scratch-kitchen that features globally inspired dishes with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. At the bar, craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, with a wide range of local craft beer, and a curated selection of wines. 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
    American, Global, International, Cocktail Bar
  • 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
  • Website
    http://www.thirstylionrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Keith Castro
  • Private party facilities
    Thirsty Lion 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. Visit thirstylionevents.com for more information!
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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, 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

  • 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 - Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail 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
    Mother's Day Prix Fixe Dinner Photo

  • 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

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.

    Late Night Happy Hour Photo

Menu

Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ's menu was last updated on 2/16/2023.

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What 1,289 people are saying

Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Thirsty Lion at Desert Ridge offers a lively atmosphere with a diverse menu that satisfies a range of palates. Diners praise the "great food" and "wonderful service," with favorites like the ahi tuna poke bowl and cherry BBQ pork tenderloin. The "fantastic happy hour menu" and friendly staff enhance the dining experience.

1,289 Reviews

  1. Olivia

    Phoenix1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything was just okay—food, ambiance, and pricing. The hostess didn’t check the reservation notes I added on OpenTable, so we had a confusing start. She seemed uninterested. Our server barely spoke to us, didn’t refill our water, and walked away before my dad could finiosh his sentence with no response. Overall, service was meh and the experience felt careless.

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  2. Dave

    Phoenix2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour! Never disappointed! Always a fun place to meet up!

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  3. KIRK

    Salt Lake City1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall experience was very good. Tatum, our server, was awesome! Chicken sliders were good but not great. Queso dip was very good. Prices very good at Happy hour. A little noisy. It took way too long to get our first drink. I guess the printer at the bar was not working.

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  4. Diane VIP

    Hawaii7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful brunch on the patio! Food and service were outstanding!

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  5. Sue

    Los Angeles12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A nice place! Food, service and ambience are very nice. Good menu choices.

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  6. Andy

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful dining experience. Outstanding service by our server Caileen.

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  7. Jenny

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We each had an entree salad that was amazing and shared the chicken tenders and they were good too! Sat outside and far away from speakers as the volume was high for visiting. Overall a great experience!

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  8. Gregory VIP

    Phoenix30 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Order placed and 6:07pm & not recieved until 7pm. While most people hold the waitstaff responsible, she was only as good as the expo manager & culinary team; we did not impact her grat as accountability as that would not be consistent with responsibility of her role. We own that we made the choice to stay. No follow up from the manager or expo manager, who seemed more interested in the woman at that bar (clearly someone he knew personally) than overseeing the various tables that were not being attended to, but I digress. Food was ok, not great; meatballs were tepid, beer cheese soup tepid, as well. Queso dip had been sitting for long enough that a film developed on it; first one was sent back b/c the pico had been requested at the initial order to be removed (allergy to raw food). When it arrived, the reminder of the initial request was made, and instead of a fresh one, this one was sent that had been clearly sitting for a while. Maybe businesses feel that they have enough guests walking thru the door that no responsibility or accountability is necessary; someone else will fill the gap. Understood. Life whispers in your ear, taps you on the shoulder and will slap across the face until we "get it" and make a change, be responsible, be accountable.

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  9. Judi VIP

    Phoenix84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and Carley our server was amazing Had the poke stack it was delicious

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  10. Fred VIP

    Phoenix86 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Brunch choices and food was great. So were Bloody Mary and Mimosas

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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 4.5 stars by 1289 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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
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
    American, Global, International, Cocktail Bar
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.thirstylionrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (480) 419-5070
  • Private party facilities
    Thirsty Lion 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. Visit thirstylionevents.com for more information!
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