Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO

Name: Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO
Address: 1605 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO, United States, 80202
Telephone: (303) 623-0316
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1489 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 49 times today

Lively
Good for groups
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 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
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu–Sat 9:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 623-0316
Website
http://www.thirstyliongastropub.com/colorado
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.

Location
1605 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202
Neighbourhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross Street
16th St
Parking details
Public parking and on street parking.
Public transit
16th Street Mall Shuttle has a stop across the street.Union Station Transit Center from all parts of the city.
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 - Sat - 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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
Thu - 9:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.,Fri - Sat - 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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 1,489 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Thirsty Lion in Denver offers a vibrant and energetic dining experience with a diverse menu that caters to all tastes. Guests consistently praise the "great food and service," highlighting the delicious "blood orange margaritas" and "smoked pork ramen." It's a popular choice for pre-show meals, with an inviting atmosphere and attentive staff.

1,489 Reviews

N
Natalie
Denver
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great place to go before a Ball Arena event. Added bonus were the beautiful Christmas lights in front of Union Station. Great place to watch a game, good food, and good atmosphere.
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Barbara
VIP
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great & the happy hour options are always good!
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Robert
VIP
Denver
67 reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were running early and they were able to seat us right away. Server was attentive and friendly and food and drink came out in short order. Overall a very pleasant experience for our group of 8.
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Kevin
VIP
Phoenix
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always love The Thirsty Lion … food and drinks are great.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Appreciate our receptionist who seated us quickly and took care of one of our group members who had little mobility challenges. Our server, Whitney was fabulous. All food was very good.
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Heather
Las Vegas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere, service and a nice view of Union Station decorated for Christmas. Food was great
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Yolanda
Denver
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed food, atmosphere and service! Just disappointed the restaurant is still adding a service charge to the total bill. Just makes you not want to go eat downtown.
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David
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Waiter was a bit rude other than that food was great, drinks were good.
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K
VIP
Denver
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Friendly and attentive service, well crafted cocktails. good food with traditional and unique options.
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PaulW
VIP
New York City
58 reviews
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always go here before Avalanche games — the food is great and the service very friendly. And the cocktails are fun, with some rotating seasonal cocktails. We liked the Old Fashioneds!! We will continue this tradition and are happy to have such a good option near Ball Arena.
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FAQs

Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 623-0316.

Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO is rated 4.7 stars by 1489 OpenTable diners.

Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO 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

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 49 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO

1605 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

Cross Street
16th St
Neighbourhood
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 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
Public parking and on street parking.
Public transit
16th Street Mall Shuttle has a stop across the street.Union Station Transit Center from all parts of the city.
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

Website
http://www.thirstyliongastropub.com/colorado
Phone number
(303) 623-0316
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.

Gift card

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Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Offers

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

Late Night Happy Hour

Popular dishes

Beyond Burger

Gastropub Burger

Crispy Calamari

Menu

What 1,489 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO restaurant rated?

Does Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO offer gift cards?

Is Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card