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Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO, Denver, CO

Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO

4.6
4.6
1514 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for happy hour
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
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
    1605 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202
  • Phone number
    (303) 623-0316
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:00–22:00 Thu, Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat 10:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–22:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–18:00 Thu–Sat 21:00–23:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public parking and on street parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Keith Castro
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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Offers

  • Late Night Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 21:00 - 21:30,Fri - Sat - 21:00 - 22:00
    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.

    Late Night Happy Hour photo

  • Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 15:00 - 18:00
    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

Menu

Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO's menu was last updated 2023-02-16.

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What 1,514 people are saying

Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO 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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Lively

  • Denver

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Thirsty Lion in Denver is a lively gastropub praised for its "great food and drinks," "friendly staff," and "amazing atmosphere." Highlights include a diverse menu with standout dishes like the "French toast" and "Baja tacos." It's an ideal spot for pre-game gatherings, with "excellent service" and a vibrant vibe.

1,514 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The male host and server were amazing. I believe we has Mauricio. Very personable and had great humor. The vibe was great and we loved the burgers. Very tasty martinis as well.

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  2. Susan VIP

    Denver83 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner with friends! It was our first time there, and there were so many great things on the menu to choose from! Very good selection of beer! Excellent service!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun setting with great service and wonderful food! Loved the seasonal Irish food! Delicious!!

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  4. DewyM VIP

    Denver4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I ordered a dish that I normally order and the portion of pork was a joke. A manager came to our table and rectified the situation, but if I was somebody that didn’t know better. 

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  5. Chris VIP

    Las Vegas112 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very good food and service. Just a but pricey for what we received.

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  6. John

    Denver9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service. Love this place!! We will definitely be coming back!!

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  7. Alex VIP

    Denver1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was overcooked and overpriced. Nice place and good service, but seemingly bad or inconsistent food.

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  8. Mihail

    Vancouver4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot for food and drinks prior to game at Ball Arena.

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  9. Tina

    Denver4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was staying downtown looking for somewhere to have breakfast. Found this place based on reviews online. It did not disappoint! Food was absolutely amazing. Everything had great flavor and cooked perfectly!

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  10. Mizael

    Denver1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I arrived at the restaurant for their Valentine’s Day menu, but unfortunately, they had already sold out. We also inquired about their happy hour, but they informed us that they were not offering it since they were fully booked with the Valentine’s Day menu……… 😶🙃🙃🙃

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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 4.6 stars by 1514 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
19:00
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO

1605 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (303) 623-0316
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:00–22:00 Thu, Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat 10:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–22:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–18:00 Thu–Sat 21:00–23:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public parking and on street parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Keith Castro
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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