Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ

4.6

1266 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 54 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Lively

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.

Additional information

Location
21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. 6, Phoenix, AZ 85050
Phone number
(480) 419-5070
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–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
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Ample parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Keith Castro
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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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!
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.

Popular dishes

What 1,266 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Phoenix
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Thirsty Lion at Desert Ridge, AZ, is celebrated for its "delicious food," diverse menu, and lively atmosphere. The restaurant's "great service" and welcoming patio make it a favorite for gatherings. While noise levels can be high, the amiable staff and well-executed dishes, like the ahi tuna salad and burgers, stand out.

1,267 Reviews

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Ruediger VIP
Hawaii618 reviews
4.0
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food and service were good. However the delivery of the food was slow.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love going to Thirsty Lion. The food is great and so is the service. We often take out of town friends there. Never disappointed.
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Michael
Phoenix6 reviews
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We love this place but the food tonight was not great and service was slow and very disengaged
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Erin
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had Carly for our server she was excellent.Food is always solid we had 6 in our group we had drinks, apps and entrees and everyone really enjoyed their meals!
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Sandra
Phoenix2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food and service was great the happy hour menu was amazing
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Lynn VIP
Phoenix18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great. Service was wonderful. We love this place. Always something on the menu that will be satisfying and delicious, and the price is right too.
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Shekhar VIP
Denver28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous burger...in a world where everyone has burgers on their menu. My burger was absolutely outstanding. Service was great and so was the ambiance. Also, great value overall. Last couple of times I had fish tacos and they were also outstanding. One of our favorite haunts. Shekhar
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Jack VIP
Phoenix19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic service. Wonderful server. Great menu choices. The best fish and chips I've ever had.
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Ranelle VIP
Phoenix141 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We eat here frequently and always have great food and wonderful service. Unfortunately they were out of the Shepherds Pie. Turkey club, cherry pork tenderloin and Ahi Poke bowl were delicious!
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Francine
Phoenix24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Grilled chicken cobb salad was great fresh and plenty of it
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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 takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 419-5070.

Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ is rated 4.6 stars by 1266 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.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 54 times today

Google Map for Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ

21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. 6, Phoenix, AZ 85050

Additional information

Phone number
(480) 419-5070
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–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
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Ample parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Keith Castro
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

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Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Gift card

Offers

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

Late Night Happy Hour

Popular dishes

Artichoke Spinach Dip

Spicy Fried Cauliflower

Beyond Burger

Menu

What 1,266 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ restaurant rated?

Does Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ offer gift cards?

Is Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ currently accepting bookings?

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