Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ

Name: Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZ
Address: 2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy Suite 1041, Tempe, AZ, United States, 85281
Telephone: (480) 968-2920
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1214 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

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
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
Phone number
(480) 968-2920
Website
http://www.thirstyliongastropub.com/arizona
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
2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy Suite 1041, Tempe, AZ 85281
Neighbourhood
Tempe
Cross Street
McClintock
Parking details
Ample.
Public transit
Metro services the Tempe Marketplace Mall.
Entertainment
Sports, music, videos and more.
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, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menus
Dec 31, 2024 only
Join us for special New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menus! Enjoy your choice of 3 scratch-made courses, as well as a 6oz glass of Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay, Conundrum Red Blend or La Marca Prosecco. Chef's Crafted Course Menu 1: Starter, Entree & Dessert for $45 pp Starter: Bacon Wrapped Dates, Artichoke Spinach Dip Entree: Black Cherry BBQ Pork Tenderloin, Tuscan Romano Chicken, Grilled Atlantic Salmon Dessert: Cinnamon Sugar Churros & Ice Cream, Crème Brûlée Chef's Crafted Course Menu 2: Starter, Entree & Dessert for $75 pp Starter: Bacon Wrapped Dates, Artichoke Spinach Dip Entree: Parmesan Panko Crusted Halibut, Grilled Filet Mignon, Grilled Ribeye Steak Dessert: Whiskey Apple Crumble, Crème Brûlée

Offers

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.,Mon - Wed - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.,Fri - 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
Fri - 9:00 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.,Sat - 9:00 p.m. - 10:30 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 1,214 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
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East Valley
Great for brunch
East Valley
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Thirsty Lion in Tempe offers an energetic atmosphere with "excellent service" and a "fantastic" food menu, including a highly recommended Ahi Poke Bowl. The restaurant is ideal for group gatherings and business lunches. While some find it "too loud" inside, the outdoor seating provides a pleasant alternative.

1,214 Reviews

C
Craig
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very easy going and comfortable experience. Foodcwas fantastic as was our server. Enjoyed the evening.
Thirsty Lion – Tempe, AZResponded 5 days ago
Thanks for the 5-star review! We appreciate your support.
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roxy
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pork carnitas were excellent ! My husband had the burger it was excellent too! Everything was great
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Dave
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was amazing. I would wish the music wasn’t so loud. Makes it difficult to talk
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Melissa
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time. Everyone was very helpful and the food tasted great.
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Jordan
VIP
Las Vegas
56 reviews
3.0
56 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was great. Service was lacking, hard to get drink refills. Table was super wobbly and couldn’t fix it.
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Gelly
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a really nice time went for happy hour didn’t necessarily order off that menu but had a wonderful time with my girlfriends food was great service was great atmosphere is awesome
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Food and service was amazing. We will be back!
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Jill
Phoenix
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Fun brunch on a Saturday...service was a little slow because they were super busy but all in all everything was GREAT!! I'll definitely be back and my friends from out of town loved Thirsty Lion!
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Brent
VIP
Phoenix
26 reviews
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The spicy sausage and prosciutto flatbread didn’t have exactly what was described on the menu. Nowhere on the menu did it say candied pecans. It was also missing sausage. The fried chicken Mac and cheese chicken was delicious, but the dish itself could totally be revamped and have more flavor
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Larry
Phoenix
85 reviews
5.0
85 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Get together of friends and had a great time. Service was great and food was delicious. Looking forward to the next visit.
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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 1214 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

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Additional information

Cross Street
McClintock
Neighbourhood
Tempe
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
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Ample.
Public transit
Metro services the Tempe Marketplace Mall.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Keith Castro
Entertainment
Sports, music, videos and more.
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, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thirstyliongastropub.com/arizona
Phone number
(480) 968-2920
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 – Tempe, AZ

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Experiences

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menus

Offers

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

Late Night Happy Hour

Popular dishes

Caprese Chicken

Spicy Sausage Mac & Cheese

Classic Mac & Cheese

Menu

What 1,214 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

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card