Holly M.
10/28/2025
We came in for Monday night football and dinner. There are several seating options throughout the restaurant as well as a great outdoor patio and bar area. We elected to sit at the indoor bar....
Thirsty Lion
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2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy
Tempe, AZ 85288
Offering 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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3.51,227 reviews
Gabby M.
10/7/2025
Yummy! Perfect for brunch, lunch or dinner! Everyone is always friendly &' food comes out in a timely manner. We love coming here whenever we're close by or can't decide what to eat.
Shelby L.
9/9/2025
Greeted immediately by friendly staff and promptly seated. Our server came straight away and took a drink order. Food arrived quickly, the queso seemed to be starchy to me and I did not love it...
Amber G.
5/19/2025
I see all these bad reviews and guess we just got LUCKY. We love the desert ridge location and this was our first visit to the Tempe location. I find the food amazing! Tonight we had their Wagyu...
Sharon B.
5/24/2025
My daughter & I decided to have an early dinner to enjoy your mother & daughter outing for happy hour. We opted to sit on their patio since it was shaded w/ spritzers on to enjoy the nice...
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