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    The Thirsty Chicken

    4.4 (289 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    White Russian Daiquiris
    Cheryl V.

    Austin-Right off the bat...VERY friendly, informative young man at the front. The gal working with him was not happy to be working today. We loved the divey vibe of this place. No indoor seating, so take note. We had 3 types of bone-in wings, deep fried cauliflower bites, and some chicken tendies. The garlic parm flavor was great but was WAY over-sauced. So incredibly messy, they were not enjoyable. Lemon pepper would have been great, but was so salty they were inedible. Bbq ones were ok. All the wings were super meaty which is a huge plus. The deep-fried cauliflower was a huge no for us. Way too much breading and way too much black pepper in the batter. The chicken tendies were ok. They were huge too. Fries were a hit. Crunchy on the outside, soft and yummy on the inside. The frozen daiquiris were delicious!! We did not get a chance to try the fried pickle. We brought some things home because we were tired of fighting the "million flies army" that descended upon us when we sat down. This is probably a one and done for our group, but it was a fun idea!

    Flavored Daiquiris (ALCOHOL)
    Brisa B.

    Found this place online and had to stop by while in town, it was pretty good. I like the vibe of this place a lot, they have open outdoor seating and a family friendly vibe. The cashier was nice and she answered any questions we had. I got a creamsicle daiquiri and it was pretty good, I wish I tried a different flavor though it was a bit too sweet. My mom and sister enjoyed their drinks: michelada and margarita. The food was good, I personally liked their different fries but my family not so much. The wings were good but almost too saucy for me.. I would definitely like to go back and try everything differently!

    Wings; fries
    Aye V.

    You haven't been to The Thirsty Chicken in Leander yet--what are you waiting for?! This place is a hidden gem. The wings are absolutely fire--crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. I tried the Garlic Parmesan and the Hot Cheeto Chick (yes, Hot Cheeto!), and both were insanely good. The fries were perfectly seasoned, and the fried pickles? Chef's kiss. But the real star of the show? The daiquiris. They have SO many flavors, it's almost impossible to pick just one. I went with the strawberry mango and it was the perfect mix of sweet and refreshing. Also loved the chill, laid-back vibe--GREAT music, fun crowd, and the staff was super friendly and helpful. Shout out to lady boss! Hit me up! Whether you're coming for the wings, the drinks, or the good vibes, this spot delivers. Definitely coming back! Highly recommend!!

    Andrea F.

    Cute Spot. The food and drinks were Excellent!!Honey Hot Cheeto wings are a must try!! We'll Definitely be back!!

    Munsa M.

    Came here to pick up some wings and I thought they were pretty good!! I got the spicy garlic parm, the Asian one, and the hot Cheeto one. I liked all the flavors a lot they were all seasoned really well and so flavorful!! The only thing was I wish there was more sauce on the first two flavors. Also I'm not sure if this was just bc I did takeout but the chicken was a little dry, I would've liked them to be juicier. The fries and fried pickle were so yummy too!! The wings came out pretty quickly too esp considering they are made to order!!

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    Kassilynn T.

    Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 8/10 Food: 10/10 I was really impressed with how clean the bathrooms were and the restaurant as a whole. The customer service was great!!! Each employee was very friendly and welcoming. We made it an hour before closing and our food was made fresh and was very delicious. I like my wings fried hard and these were perfect. I only wish there were some inside seating due to it being particularly cold this evening. The space heater outside did help some with the chill. We also appreciate the employee coming to change the channel to the football game. I'd def come back here more so during the warmer temperatures or order to go. This is prob some of the best chicken I've had in the ATX area.

    The Jailbird Chicken Sandwich
    Aj J.

    Tried it for the first time 2 weeks ago. It kept popping up when I looked for new spots and maybe the pics were misleading but I just kept skipping it. One day I was really craving some fresh chicken and I decided it was time. I ordered a three piece tender, which comes with fries and a fried pickle. That day changed my life. Top tier fried chicken. Their lemon pepper is AMAZING. Within 2 weeks i've now eaten here 3 times. So let's talk about it. What I like: Their chicken (the texture, the batter, sauce options, quality. Their lemon pepper sauce! Their ranch. What I don't mind: Their "fries". What I don't like: Their pickles, their buns. Depending on how you like your chicken and what sauce you get their sweet pickles and buns may be off putting to you. I feel like the sandwich could have been a bit more memorable, maybe a slaw or signature sauce... Their fries are like fried potato wedge pieces and are good but it just depends on your preference. Sometimes they're crispy and sometimes they're a little more potato ish. Either way they're not bad. And the cajun fries are good but I think I was allergic to a spice in them because my lips had a strange vibe afterwards. As far as the establishment goes, the food is made to order which is great. They are pretty quick to cook everything as well! The staff is friendly and I love the small colorful setup. There are picnic tables out front. There are also lots of daiquiri options. But overall the chicken is my favorite part!

    The Chick 3 Piece Tenders (BBQ)
    Kenny N.

    This review was for a delivery from a 3rd party service. The food arrived hot which is always great. At first sight, the food looked good and smelled good. Got the 3 tender meal (one with their bbq flavor and one with parmesan garlic). Both had decent flavor but the bbq basket had maybe too much sauce as it made the chicken soggy. The fried pickle was great, nice crunch and flavor. The twisted fries was crispy on the outside and soft in the inside. Had great flavor. The chicken was kind of dry on both meals but that is the only downside.

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    2 months ago

    very good wings , nice seating outside an enjoying the nice weather and a good daiquiri

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    We came here for my brothers birthday and everyone loved it! service was great and the ambiance was so much fun.

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    Best wings we've ever tried! Asian heat and lemon pepper were so good! The ranch is so good too!

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    5 months ago

    I will always come here for wings. i absolutely love this place. The people that work there are amazing as well.

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    Ask the Community - The Thirsty Chicken

    Did they switch to regular fries permanently or were they just out of the potato wedges for a day? I ordered week before last and when I saw regular fries I wanted to flip…

    Are pets allowed on the patio?

    Hello. Yes, pets are allowed at The Thirsty Chicken. We have 5 picnic tables that they usually gravitate to as they provide more leg room :)

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    After my son said he was craving chicken wings, we stumbled onto this gem, on a day when they…read morehappened to be setup nearby in Casper's Kitchen (a local catering kitchen.) A friendly gentleman, who I presume was the owner, greeted us at the front counter. He mentioned a couple of things they were testing at the moment and while we studied the menu, he brought out some samples. We ended up loving the cherry bbq sauce and my boys both selected that for their chicken. I chose to try their maple gochujang. Caspers has a few two top tables where the boys played a game of connect 4 while we waited. About 15 minutes later our food came out, including some house made cherry limeade and peach lemonade. We took it to some nearby picnic tables and dug in. I'm happy to say, the chicken was outstanding! All three of us were very impressed. I'd like to get my hands on a bottle of the sauce! That cherry bbq would be amazing on a smoked pork butt or some ribs. The maple gochujang was sweet and mildly spicy. The crinkle fries were also crispy, hot, and delicious. We washed it all down with those homemade drinks! Home run! If you're looking to support an up and coming small business and you like fresh hot chicken, check their website and find out when they're open near you!

    Food was hot and fresh and well seasoned! The ranch dressing is delicious. I would definitely…read morerecommend munchies and I will be back. The fries are so good with the seasoning they put on them!

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    Gossip Shack 2 - WANT FLAVOR OPTION...Well you found the right place! Welcome home! #BaskinRobbinsOfChicken

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    I feel like I just went to my cousins house. They were so welcoming and friendly it was a great…read moreexperience. First time here, she asked what kind of sauces we usually like and made a recommendation which my daughter ended up LOVING. My other daughter was being impossible and they totally catered to her too. It's more of a Togo place but there are plenty of places to sit and eat if you wish. I liked the games, the TV's and the photo spot. My only suggestion would be to put paper towels on the tables. Also the management for this complex needs to get on the plumbing for the bathrooms.

    It's good! I ordered online 20 wings and I put in 2 flavors Cajun lemon pepper and buffalo. I…read morecalled to make sure they knew I wanted 10 in one flavor and 10 in the other. The person who answered was lovely! And told me they had it and it would be ready in 15 minutes. I walked in and the music was giving, vibe is corner store with a hip hop influence. The floor was sticky! I was told my food was being wrapped, how they knew it was me, I'm not sure but I liked the service. So I took the wings home and they were a solid 3 1/2. The Cajun lemon pepper was a little salty and the buffalo we should had gotten them fried hard, it was a little soggy. Chicken was juicy and cooked nicely. Overall, a spot to try. Service was great! Food was above mid.

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