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Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO, Denver, CO

Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO

4.7
4.7
1489 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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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 - 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm,Fri - Sat - 9:00 pm - 10:00 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.

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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

  1. Natalie

    Denver

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. Barbara

    VIP

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 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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  3. Robert

    VIP

    Denver

    67 reviews

    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    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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  4. Kevin

    VIP

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 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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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 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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  6. Heather

    Las Vegas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 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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  7. Yolanda

    Denver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 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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  8. David

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 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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  9. K

    VIP

    Denver

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 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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  10. PaulW

    VIP

    New York City

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 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 takeaway 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.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, 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.
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