Thirsty Lion
Welcome to the Thirsty Lion, a vibrant eatery located in the heart of Chandler, AZ, where culinary creativity meets a casual yet upscale dining atmosphere. This gastropub offers a delightful fusion of comfort food and innovative dishes, making it an ideal spot for both casual diners and those seeking a gourmet experience.
Step inside, and you’ll immediately be greeted by a welcoming ambiance, complete with spacious seating and an inviting patio. Whether you’re enjoying a meal with friends or celebrating a special occasion with family, the aesthetic is relaxed yet lively, perfect for making memorable moments.
The menu at Thirsty Lion is a feast for the senses, featuring a diverse selection that caters to all palates. For a health-conscious choice, try the Garden Power Bowl loaded with fresh ingredients like arugula, quinoa, and avocado, all drizzled with a zesty lemon basil vinaigrette for just $13.95. If you’re in the mood for something heartier, the IPA Beer Battered Fish & Chips is a must-try—three golden-brown, crispy fried cod filets served alongside hand-cut fries and a refreshing Napa coleslaw, for just $22.95. This dish captures the essence of traditional pub fare while elevating it to gourmet status.
For meat lovers, the Gastropub Burger promises an unforgettable bite. The USDA choice lean ground beef patty is infused with Gorgonzola and topped with melted white cheddar, crispy maple bacon, and balsamic glazed onions—it's sheer decedent bliss tucked between a toasted ciabatta bun. Priced at $20.95, it’s a burger that’s as rich in flavor as it is in character.
Don't skip dessert; patrons rave about the Whiskey Apple Crumble, a heavenly blend that captures sweet and savory in every spoonful. In fact, one delighted diner recounted the "OMG!" moment they experienced with their dessert, clearly an experience that showcases the magic baking can create.
Customer service at Thirsty Lion has received consistent praise, with many guests noting that their servers are not just attentive but genuinely engaging. Reviewers like Jennifer Silverman highlighted how professional and knowledgeable the staff are, making recommendations that enhance the dining experience. From your first sip of craft beer to the last bite of dessert, the staff works hard to ensure satisfaction.
In summary, Thirsty Lion isn't just another restaurant; it's a culinary journey that promises to excite your taste buds and nourish your spirit. With an inventive menu, hospitable service, and an atmosphere that invites you to linger just a little longer, it is a place you won’t want to miss on your next outing. So gather your friends, grab a seat, and prepare for an extraordinary dining experience that you’ll be talking about long after your meal is over!
Dessert
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Deep Dish Chocolate Brownie
Baked with chocolate and toasted pecans. Topped with chocolate fudge and caramel sauces.
US$13.95
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Whiskey Apple Crumble
Whiskey glazed Granny Smith apples, baked with a cinnamon-pecan streusel topping with salted caramel sauce.
US$12.95
Bowls
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Garden Power Bowl
Arugula, shaved Brussel sprouts, quinoa, brown rice, edamame, garbanzo beans, avocado, cucumber, tomato, red pepper, radish and lemon basil vinaigrette. Vegan friendly.
US$13.95
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Shrimp Power Bowl
Grilled shrimp, arugula, shaved Brussel sprouts, quinoa, brown rice, edamame, garbanzo beans, avocado, cucumber, tomato, red pepper, radish and lemon basil vinaigrette.
US$21.90
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Carnitas Salad Bowl
Pork carnitas freshly seared in roasted Tomatillo salsa tops a bed of steamed white rice drizzled with Sweet Chipotle dressing, cotija cheese, Tajin seasoning, marinated jicima, black beans, roasted corn, avocado and red bell peppers. Topped with Napa slaw & spring salad mix that has been tossed in Sweet Chipotle dressing and Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette.
US$18.95
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Steak Power Bowl
Grilled steak, arugula, shaved Brussel sprouts, quinoa, brown rice, edamame, garbanzo beans, avocado, cucumber, tomato, red pepper, radish and lemon basil vinaigrette.
US$23.90
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Salmon Power Bowl
Grilled salmon, arugula, shaved Brussel sprouts, quinoa, brown rice, edamame, garbanzo beans, avocado, cucumber, tomato, red pepper, radish and lemon basil vinaigrette.
US$22.90
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Mediterranean Chopped Chicken Bowl
Chopped greens, herb roasted chicken, salami, kalamata olives, pepperoncini, feta, smoked mozzarella, garbanzo beans, cucumber, grape tomatoes, fresh sweet corn, quinoa, red bell peppers and lemon basil vinaigrette.
US$18.95
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Chicken Power Bowl
Grilled chicken, arugula, shaved Brussel sprouts, quinoa, brown rice, edamame, garbanzo beans, avocado, cucumber, tomato, red pepper, radish and lemon basil vinaigrette.
US$19.90
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Ahi Poke Bowl
Soy marinated Ahi tuna poke, sushi rice, Napa slaw, avocado, carrot, cucumber, pickled radish, mango, daikon, nori, sesame seeds, Soy Joy glaze and Thai peanut vinaigrette.
US$19.95
Salads (Dressings On Side)
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Classic Caesar
Ciabatta croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese, fresh crisp romaine, arugula & radicchio spring mix. Served with Caesar dressing. *Items are served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness*
US$12.95
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Grilled Chicken Caesar
Grilled chicken, ciabatta croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese, fresh crisp romaine, arugula & radicchio spring mix. Served with Caesar dressing. *Items are served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness*
US$18.90
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Salmon Caesar
Grilled salmon, ciabatta croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese, fresh crisp romaine, arugula & radicchio spring mix. Served with Caesar dressing. *Items are served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness*
US$21.90
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Starter Caesar Salad
Fresh crisp romaine, arugula & radicchio mixture combined with ciabatta croutons, shredded Parmesan cheese. Served with our Caesar dressing. **Items are served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness*
US$9.95
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Brussels Sprouts, Quinoa & Roasted Chicken Salad
Shaved raw Brussels sprouts and arugula, roasted chicken, red & white quinoa, Zante currants, cranberries and candied walnuts. Served with White Balsamic Pomegranate Vinaigrette.
US$17.95
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Cobb Salad
Roasted chicken, chopped pepper bacon, Gorgonzola cheese crumbles, cherry tomatoes, sliced Kalamata olives, roasted corn and diced avocado served on Spring mix, arugula and radicchio mix. Served with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette.
US$19.95
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Starter House Salad
Fresh arugula, radicchio & spring salad mix. Topped with red grape tomatoes and served with guest’s choice of dressing.
US$9.95
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Steak Caesar
Grilled shrimp, ciabatta croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese, fresh crisp romaine, arugula & radicchio spring mix. Served with Caesar dressing. *Items are served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness*
US$22.90
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Southwest Smoked Chicken Salad
Mesquite smoked chicken, roasted sweet corn, red peppers, avocado, cherry tomatoes, marinated jicama and cilantro tossed with fresh spring greens, and our Napa slaw. Topped with Cotija cheese and crispy tortilla strips. Served with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette.
US$17.95
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Shrimp Caesar
Grilled shrimp, ciabatta croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese, fresh crisp romaine, arugula & radicchio spring mix. Served with Caesar dressing. *Items are served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness*
US$20.90
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Seared Ahi Salad
Ahi tuna filet, seared rare with Cajun spices. Arugula, radicchio, Napa slaw & spring salad mix combined with red bell peppers, cucumbers, mangos, soy glaze. Served with Wasabi Ginger Vinaigrette.
US$22.95
Non-Alchoholic
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Red Bull (Sugar Free)
US$5.50
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Root Beer
US$3.95
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Water Bottle (To Go)
US$3.00
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Red Bull (Red)
US$5.50
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Red Bull (Original)
US$5.50
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Iced Tea
US$3.95
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Reed's Ginger Beer
US$4.00
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Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
US$3.95
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Red Bull (Tropical Yellow)
US$5.50
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Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that america loves.
US$3.95
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Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
US$3.95
Burgers
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Gastropub Burger
1/2 lb. USDA choice lean ground beef patty infused with Gorgonzola cheese, topped with melted white cheddar cheese , maple bacon and grilled balsamic soy glazed onions. Served on a toasted ciabatta bun, spread with horseradish cream sauce and layered with arugula tossed in olive oil.
US$20.95
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BBQ White Cheddar Burger
1/2 lb. USDA choice lean ground beef patty prepared on a grilled pub bun spread with garlic aioli. Served with melted white cheddar cheese, Black Butte BBQ sauce, crispy fried onion strings on red leaf lettuce and sliced tomatoes.
US$18.95
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Cheeseburger
1/2 lb. USDA choice lean ground beef patty prepared on a grilled pub bun spread with burger sauce. Served with your choice of cheese, red leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions and pickle chips.
US$17.95
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Jalapeno Pepperjack Burger
1/2 lb. USDA choice lean ground beef patty prepared on a toasted pub bun spread with chipotle aioli. Served with melted pepper jack cheese, sliced jalapeños, crispy fried Tabasco onion strings, guacamole, red leaf lettuce and sliced tomatoes.
US$18.95
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Beyond Burger
Grilled plant based protein burger prepared on a toasted brioche bun spread with Thousand Island dressing. Served with melted cheddar cheese, red leaf lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion and dill pickles chips.
US$17.95
Kitchen Specialties
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IPA Beer Battered Fish & Chips
Three crispy fried IPA beer battered cod filets served with Napa coleslaw, hand-cut fries and Lemon Caper Tarter sauce.
US$22.95
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Tuscan Romano Herb Crusted Chicken
Crispy Romano & Panko crusted chicken served with a bed of Garlic Parmesan Noodles and seasonal dinner vegetables. Topped with balsamic marinated tomatoes, capers and drizzled with Lemon Herb Beurre Blanc.
US$24.95
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Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Fresh salmon filet grilled with a garlic herb butter and served with jasmine cilantro rice and seasonal vegetables.
US$27.95
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Szechaun Orange Chicken
Tempura fried chicken tossed in soy orange glaze with garlic, ginger, dried chilies, green onions and fresh orange slices. Served with steamed white rice and a sautéed Thai vegetable mixture.
US$22.95
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Kung Pao Chicken
Spicy soy ginger glaze and Sambal chili tossed with chicken, green onions, peanuts, dried red chilies, garlic, ginger and cilantro. Served with steamed white rice and a sautéed Thai vegetable mixture.
US$22.95
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Baja Fish Tacos - Shrimp
Double stacked warm corn tortillas spread with chipotle aioli and layered with seasoned shrimp, Napa slaw tossed in Honey Lime Vinaigrette, pico de gallo and cotija cheese. Served with a side of Santa Fe black beans and a side of roasted Tomatillo salsa.
US$20.95
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Fried Chicken Mac & Cheese
Cavatappi pasta sautéed with rich Parmesan cream sauce. Baked with cheddar, jack cheeses and breadcrumbs till golden brown. Topped with Spicy fried jalapeño buttermilk chicken.
US$21.95
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Spicy Sausage Mac And Cheese
Cavatappi pasta sautéed with Parmesan cream sauce, spicy Italian sausage, red pepper, Swiss, and cheddar & jack cheeses. Topped with breadcrumbs and baked till golden brown.
US$20.95
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Baja Fish Tacos - Cod
Double stacked warm corn tortillas spread with chipotle aioli and layered with seasoned cod, Napa slaw tossed in Honey Lime Vinaigrette, pico de gallo and cotija cheese. Served with a side of Santa Fe black beans and a side of roasted Tomatillo salsa.
US$20.95
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Gochuchang Korean BBQ Pork & Kimchi Fried Rice
Boneless smoked country pork ribs basted with Korean BBQ sauce and served around chopped Kimchi Fried Rice with green onions. Topped with an egg sunny side up egg.
US$23.95
Flatbread
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Pear & Prosciutto Flatbread
Sweet caramelized pears & crispy prosciutto, Gorgonzola, candied walnuts, topped with arugula & Balsamic vinegar.
US$17.95
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Sausage & Prosciutto Flatbread
A delicious combination of spicy Italian sausage, prosciutto, basil pesto, roma tomatoes, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, four cheese blend and fresh basil.
US$17.95
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Pepperoni Flatbread
Italian pepperoni, roma tomato sauce and our four cheese blend.
US$17.95
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Caprese & Roma Flatbread
Roma and cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, basil, fresh mozzarella and our four cheese blend.
US$16.95
Starters
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Oven Baked Soft Pretzel
One freshly baked jumbo pretzel, buttered and salted. Served with a Jalapeño Jam, Sweet Mustard Sauce and Thirsty Lion’s Signature Beer Cheese Sauce.
US$15.95
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Beer Cheese Soup -Bowl
A mixture of cheddar, Parmesan and pepper jack cheese simmered with PBR beer, jalapeños, dry mustard, Worcestershire and Tabasco.
US$9.95
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Artichoke Spinach Dip
Parmesan cream sauce prepared with spinach, artichokes, jalapeño, roasted red pepper, cayenne pepper and fresh garlic. Topped with melted White Cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Served with white corn tortilla chips.
US$15.95
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Spicy Fried Chicken Sliders
Jalapeño buttermilk marinated chicken double coated with spicy seasoned flour. Served on a toasted slider buns spread with chipotle aioli, topped with Sweet Chipotle Slaw and pickle chips.
US$16.95
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Hand Breaded Chicken Tenderloins
Five hand breaded chicken tenderloins, dipped in seasoned batter and fried to perfection. Served with Sriracha Fry Sauce and Peppercorn Ranch.
US$15.95
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Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
Sautéed with pepper bacon, red onions, olive oil, seasonings and Reggiano.
US$11.95
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Sliders Grilled Burger
Three seasoned burger patties grilled and prepared medium well. Served on toasted slider buns with melted cheddar cheese, burger sauce, red leaf lettuce, sliced tomato and pickle chips.
US$15.95
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Crispy Fried Chicken Wings
BONE-IN WINGS Served with carrots sticks, celery sticks, bleu cheese or ranch dressing and your choice of wing sauce. MANGO HABANERO / GOCHUJANG KOREAN / DRY RUB / OLD SCHOOL BUFFALO
US$16.95
Sandwiches
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French Dip Sandwich
Slow roasted, thinly sliced beef tip topped with melted provolone cheese piled high on a Parmesan grilled ciabatta bun and served with a side of horseradish cream and Rosemary Au Jus.
US$20.95
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Green Chili Chicken & Avocado Sandwich
Roasted pasilla chilies, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños, pepper jack, cotija cheese, spicy Napa slaw and chipotle aioli on grilled rustic bianco bread.
US$18.95
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Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich
Spicy fried jalapeño buttermilk chicken served on a grilled ciabatta bun spread with chipotle aioli and served on a bed of Napa slaw mixed with Sweet Chipotle dressing and dill pickle chips.
US$17.95
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Smoked Turkey Club
Peppered smoked turkey, maple bacon, pepper jack cheese, avocado, tomato, and lettuce grilled on rustic Bianco bread with chipotle aioli .
US$17.95
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Classic Reuben
Traditional Reuben piled high with corned beef, peppered sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese and thousand island dressing on toasted rustic rye.
US$20.95
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Caprese Chicken Sandwich
Grilled marinated chicken breast topped with pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, red pepper flakes, tomato slices and arugula tossed in olive oil. Served on grilled bianco bread, spread with red pepper, sun dried tomato tapenade and garlic pesto aioli.
US$18.95
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