My bestie recommended this restaurant, so we decided to check it out with a party of three around 7 p.m. We did make a reservation, which turned out to be a great idea because it was fairly busy when we arrived and most of the tables were already full. Thanks to the reservation, we were seated right away and immediately greeted by our server, who was honestly amazing from start to finish. She was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel effortless. We kicked things off with drinks. I started with an espresso martini, and it was really, really good--smooth, balanced, and exactly what I was hoping for. For my second drink, I tried the smoked Old Fashioned from their holiday menu. It was good, but I'll be honest, it was extremely strong. Like, really strong. In general, their drinks definitely pack a punch, so that's something to keep in mind when ordering. For my entrée, I ordered the Mediterranean smoked chicken salad, and wow. It was hands down one of the best salads I've ever had in my life. Everything was perfectly balanced, flavorful, and satisfying, and it didn't feel like a "boring" salad at all. It was so good that I already know I'll be coming back specifically for that dish, though I'm also curious to try more of the menu next time. Overall, this place absolutely lived up to the recommendation. Great service, strong drinks, and standout food. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Thirsty Lion delivers a clean, spacious gastropub atmosphere that makes it a great spot to relax, grab a drink, and enjoy a solid meal. The layout feels open and comfortable, and the overall vibe is upbeat without being overwhelming. That said, service on arrival could use some attention. There was a noticeable gap at the host stand with several guests waiting and no staff in sight, which set a slightly off first impression. Once seated, though, the experience improved. Ally at the bar stood out right away. Friendly, attentive, and welcoming, she helped turn the visit around and made the experience feel more personal. She did come back to check in later, which was appreciated and helped round out the service. On the food and drink side, they carry Manhattan Project Beer Company's Half-Life, which is a big win and pairs exceptionally well with the French dip. The sandwich itself is flavorful and satisfying. The fries were a bit on the softer side, so if you prefer them crispy, I'd definitely recommend asking for them extra crispy when ordering. Overall, Thirsty Lion has a lot going for it. Great atmosphere, solid menu, and standout staff like Ally. With a little more consistency at the front of house, this place easily moves from good to great. read more

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Confronted with the weekly question: where do we have dinner on Saturday, we chose the Thirsty Lion. It had been on my radar for quite some time so a place with an eclectic menu sounded appealing. The restaurant is clean, modern, and nicely laid out. The men's restroom was clean. The table spacing is good. We had a booth and it was comfortable. We did not feel the people behind us moving around. The noise level was acceptable for a conversation with the person across the table. The wife and I started by sharing a soft pretzel and it was excellent! It came out hot. There are three sauces: mustard, cheese, and a jalapeno jam that is spicy and sweet. The jalapeno was my favorite but all three were good. Honestly, I was full after the pretzel so I think it could be meal by itself, maybe with a small side salad or something. But the pretzel is filling! The drink menu is extensive with numerous beers on tap plus cans and bottles. The wife tried Guiness on tap for the first time and loved how smooth it is. Few things in life are better than Guiness on tap. I had an IPA and enjoyed it. The kid had a bottle of mineral water, so there was something for everyone. There is a full bar and they make cocktails but we did not try any. From the kids' menu, the kid had hamburger sliders. She likes extra pickles and the kitchen complied. There are two sliders and she ate one, which is pretty good for her. The fries were ok but could be crispier. The wife ordered the Ramen and really liked it a lot. She would get it again. It was spicy with fresh jalapeños, which appear to be a Texas addition. We've been to Japan so she knew it was not 100% authentic but it was a very good rendition. No complaints. I had the spicy chicken sliders. The chicken was very crispy and there was some kick. The buns held up. However, the slider was a bit on the dry side. Our server Nini was professional and friendly. She double checked that our order was correct before placing the order, then checked on us as we ate. Overall, a very pleasant meal and I think we will be back to explore more of the menu. read more

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This was my third time coming to this location and will probably be my last. The first time I came it was a weekend evening and I sat at the bar. The food was good and the service was good and I had no complaints. The second time I decided to come during happy hour on a weekday. I requested to be sat at a table in the front outside. After being sat I waited ~20 minutes with no one greeting me, bringing me water, or taking my order. I then went inside to ask to speak to a manager regarding this. It was a different hostess than the first person who sat me outside at the front. She informed me that all management was busy and could not be available to speak with me at that moment. The really upsetting part was that the hostess who previously sat me came up to the front and actually mistaken me for a new customer needing a seat. It was a little disheartening that I was forgotten about that quickly. After waiting some time I eventually told the new hostess about what happened and that I was upset and I just wanted to inform someone of it. She did offer that she would make sure someone would come to see me if I wanted to continue dining there but I ultimately refused and just wanted them to know about the poor service I received that day and left. Today, I attempted a third time on a weekday during lunch hour (it shocks me how little restaurants in this area offer an actual lunch menu). It was not very busy and I opted to sit at the bar. The bartender was nice but overall the vibes just wasn't what I expected. I only ended up ordering a drink (hibiscus vodka breeze) which was very refreshing but not very strong to be an almost $12 drink. Overall, my experience here has been very underwhelming minus the first time I came and I will more than likely not be back. read more

I was sitting in Church hankering for a soft baked pretzel... some of my Yelp friends had been posting some pretzels in the last few weeks and I just was at the point where I had to have one so I discreetly ordered it on Uber Eats and it was Home two minutes after I got in the door, nice and warm and fresh. I could not believe how huge this thing is. This will be several snacks for sure. It came with a mustard dipping sauce, which is delicious a jalapeño jam dipping sauce, which is very tasty and a cheese sauce infused with beer all good. If you want a pretzel, I highly recommend this place. read more

Thirsty Lion - Sometimes you just want a pretzel - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Went for a lunch on Saturday. Menu is really big and diverse. Loved the bowls. Great specials. Awesome interior and very good service.

Good ambiance, the poke stack and cauliflower were delicious. Matt our server was great!

Location Just off the 75- north Dallas Parking Large lots, garage Atmosphere Casual restaurant-tv's at the bar Seating Outside patio, bar, booths, hi tops, great for groups. Service Personable, friendly, immediate. Menu Seasonal and standards-appetizers, mains, salads, full bar, desserts. We had the Brussel sprouts-cooked perfectly, generous portion. We love their salads and had the tuna and southwest-huge portions-large enough to split. Okay, yes, we asked for the dessert menu and were so pleased-so many choices! We had the apple crumb that came with ice cream and a caramel drizzle. Yummy! Note-join the rewards club for specials. Summary Our fav spot-so many menu options that are yummy, great cocktails, outstanding service. read more

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Came in tonight around 9:40p ish walked up to the bar, and was totally ignored by Johnny. Me and my friend stood at the bar for about 3-5 min. And he never acknowledged us. We waved down a server and she asked if we needed help because she thought we were being helped at the bar, which unfortunately we weren't. After we walked off Johnny the bartender kindly cleared his bar of the dishes that were at the end of the bar where we were standing, and he continued his conversation with the rest of the bar. Our server Joshua was very nice and attentive! We ordered the crispy calamari and the spicy fried cauliflower. Which they were both good. read more

Thirsty Lion - Fried calamari - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Destinee was amazing. Very clean place and nice environment. Food was delicious. Destinee was great with her table manners and making sure we were taken care of. read more

After a fun day shopping in Dallas my sis in law and I were looking for a cute dinner spot with gluten free options. We found this place and they had a separate gluten free menu. We were seated quickly as we had grabbed a reservation online. We were quickly greeted and ordered cocktails. The cranberry Aperol spritz was so delicious! Our food also came out promptly and it was SO GOOD! The gluten-free option she ordered was the Baja fish tacos with fresh slaw and I got the Tuscan chicken with cavatappi pasta and baby veggies. It was so tasty that I ate the entire thing haha! The chicken cutlets were tender and crispy and had a delicious caper sauce. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and I usually don't even bother with the vegetables, but they were buttery and delicious. This place was definitely a 10/10 for me! Also props for having a large gluten-free selection and making sure that the allergy plate was marked with a gluten-free toothpick. We would definitely come back! read more

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This is strictly based on Kimmy at the bar. I ordered a glass of wine, she went and poured half of it into the carafe, then got sidetracked. A few minutes went by and I could see the carafe, now full and ready to go on the other side of the bar. She was making other drinks at this point. I got her attention and just asked for the wine, she made an excuse that she was training someone...went over and got the carafe and brought it to me. No smile, no niceties, she was pissed that I had to ask for my wine. Told her I was ready to tab out and she just handed me the payment thing and walked away. Hope she's not training the new person to act so rude to customers!! read more

This is an excellent place to have a meal in The Colony in Dallas. We ended up sitting outside because they were full inside. Their outside patio was very nice, the service was excellent as was the food. We all had different things from tuna bowls, turkey sandwiches, salads and a pulled pork sandwich. It was all delicious. The Colony is also a fun place to hang out as there are lots of activities to do. Worth a trip! read more

Came for lunch after leaving a meeting. The restaurant was nice and clean but we were not greeted when we walked in. The person who looked like the manager walked past us but did not speak. Our waiter was lovely and the food was pretty good. I didn't like the sauce that came with the pickles. The fried chicken sandwich was still juicy and crispy. read more

Thirsty Lion - Spicy Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich, Sliders Grilled Burger, fried pickles - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I loved the restaurant and the food was amazing, with a very relaxed environment but..... the service was terrible. The waitress took our order, brought the food but we couldn't get her to come back in a timely manner to bring syrup for the waffles or anything else. We waited forever to get our check and she had a nasty attitude and just plain rude. I don't think I'll ever come back read more

2 salads and 1 apple for $60! Am I jaded? I spend a lot of time in Portugal where the food is delicious and a fraction of the price it is here. Anyway my daughter and I got the southwest chicken salad. It was really good even with arugula in it. I hate arugula! My daughter had the calamari and said it was really good. It looked perfectly cooked. The waitresses were attentive except for one. I asked for a napkin and it took her 10 minutes to bring it. I was done eating by then. She came by for me to pay ; I felt rushed as I had not asked for the check. The salads were good, but not good enough to make me want to go back. 3.5 read more

Thirsty Lion - Calamari. She had already eaten most when I thought to take a picture - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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OK so...if you just want to go here to get some drinks, I bet this place is amazing. But the food? Not so much. We got 3 dishes total including their "signature" BBQ bacon-wrapped shrimp which took forever because, as we were informed, got burned the first time around. When we finally got it, it was room temperature and the shrimp was terrible. Too salty. Hubby got the jalapeño burger with fries and when I asked him if he was enjoying his food, his response was, "The fries are good". So the burger was below average. I had the bbq pulled pork sandwich and it lacked the flavor I look for in pulled pork. Very bland. Sorry to say, but the food was extremely sub-par. On a brighter note, the service was amazing. Our server was super sweet and did everything right. Also loved the ambiance and atmosphere. Summary: If you're looking for a pub to go have drinks? This would be a great place! But if you're hungry, there are better options around. We might be back for Wine Wednesday when all bottles are half-price but not for food. read more

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This place rocks! An Upscale but still casual sports bar! Food is delicious, Drinks are yum! Scotch eggs: 5/5 perfect running yolk, and good seasoning Bacon wrapped bbq prawns: 4/5 I got the bbq sauce on the side and I'm glad I did. Not a fan of bbq sauce but my bf is. Ahi tuna Poke Stack: 4/5 I love the tuna and the marinade. Not in love with their rice though.... Feels a bit hard and clumpy. I'm picky with my rice ( I love a good fragrant rice) Passion fruit and mango agua fresca: I had to send it back cause it was too sour for me but they fixed it! Pretty good! Cast iron skillet Peach crumble: 3/5 it's a good peach cobbler but I feel it could have been better. I felt the vanilla ice cream wasn't rich enough. The crumble's really good, nice caramel sauce and peaches... the ice cream should have been better. read more

Thirsty Lion - Watching the game at Thirsty Lion! - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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My wife and two sons recently dined at this restaurant since it is located right next to our house. The food and service are great and prices are affordable. Beer selection is great. There is nothing more you can ask for. read more

Very well run restaurant, your usual American menu with some creative takes on international dishes. My family and I visit often at different meal times (brunch, lunch, and dinner) and have had a variety of dishes, so can say the food is usually good or very good. Nothing that will blow your mind, but solid and thoughtful dishes. Service is also very good, which can add or remove a star or two, in this case I've added a star for the consistently good service. And they play a variety of music videos (which can be fun) and sports. Want a casual meal that's good with friendly service, in an inviting environment, checkout Thirsty Lion location. read more

The happy hour drinks and cheese curds were awesome. I can't believe how delicious cheese curds are with caramel!!!! The dinner was good and service was excellent. Bring a sweater, restaurant was cold! read more

Stopped in on a whim and left wishing I'd discovered this place sooner. From the second we walked in, everything just clicked -- the music level was perfect, the space felt welcoming, and the layout gave us options depending on how we wanted to hang out. We grabbed a table near the bar and were quickly greeted. The staff moved with purpose but never seemed rushed. Drinks came out fast and well-balanced. There's clearly a lot of care put into how things are presented -- from cocktails to the food itself. We shared a few appetizers and each one had a little twist that made it memorable. It's rare to find a spot that nails both the vibe and the menu, but this one managed it effortlessly. Already looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu. Definitely a new favorite. read more

This was my second time to the Thirsty Lion for happy hour and it has been a great experience both times. The appetizers are always really fresh and come out quick. All the flavors are relatively mild. The drinks are pretty good, but nothing over the top. For the happy hour price, they are on point. The service is generally good, with occasional long waits for tables/ refills. read more

Thirsty Lion - Artichoke Spinach Dip - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I and two friends had a good time with drinks and an appetizer at the bar Saturday after dinner. Our waitress Kelsey was prompt and friendly and managed to keep an up-beat attitude, despite working her second shift there that day (filling in for a friend). Would definitely return. My only quibble is that they closed at 11:00 p.m. read more

Located in the beautiful Preston Hollow area in Dallas, the Thirsty Lion Gastropub provides an excellent eatery with quality menu options. I really enjoyed the vibes of the place. It's what you expect from an American Gastropub with comfortable seating and an excellent open atmosphere that never invites the thought of claustrophobia. The menu provides excellent options that vary from your traditional American staples such as wings and burgers to really imaginative Asian options that definitely find a home at this restaurant. We arrived in time to catch in the final hour of happy hour (daily happy hour from 3-6). We're glad we did because the appetizers are excellent. Some of the things we ordered were the Ahi Poke Stack, crispy calamari, and creamy queso dip. The drinks that came with the happy hour menu were also very excellent and strong. I definitely felt it after 2 happy hour old fashioned cocktails, especially because never tasted watered down which I immensely appreciated. The main course appetizers however didn't rise to the occasion to deliver a perfect dining experience. Thankfully there were a variety of options that excited me for the thought of the next visit. Blackened Ribeye Steak- this is a spring menu exclusive that was served with a bourbon brown butter. There were two major glaring problems with the steak. About half of the steak was just fat and it was overly seasoned. There was just too much pepper on the steak and the fat was overwhelming. The star of the plate surprisingly was the seasonal vegetables! I've never had a more perfectly cooked vegetable side, even from five star restaurants. The snap peas were absolutely divine with a perfect crunch and freshness. If I could only order the side of the seasonal vegetables, I absolutely would. Spicy fried chicken sandwich - the breading on chicken was good however the bread was lackluster. The fries tasted exactly how they make them at Wingstop (this is a huge compliment, I love their fries) without the seasoning and their ranch is very creamy and delightful. Chicken Caesar salad- unfortunately it was overly dressed and completely drenched the salad and the extreme tartness that came from the dressing could not be rescued by the perfectly accompaniment of the crispy Parmesan crisps. The Korean inspired Gochujang bbq pork with kimchi fried was the clear winner of all the main entrees we ordered. The succulent meat with the perfectly balanced elements of the Korean flavors absolutely shined for the most enjoyable bite among all of the dishes. When it comes to Thirsty Lion Gastropub, this is a place that definitely needs to added on your radar when it comes to Happy Hour options with your friends. You'll enjoy the vibes and the food and you'll keep coming back for more. Also, I should mention that you don't ever need to worry about splitting the check or figuring out the awkward conversation of who ordered what to the waiter because they have the technology to be able to separate checks with ease and immediately pay with Apple or Google pay! You'll never have to wait for your card to come back again! Just pay and be on your way. I'm excited to venture and try the other menu options for future visits. read more

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A group of us came here to grab dinner and catch the Super Bowl game - best decision ever! The hostess was amazing; since we got in pretty early, she gave us the best table to view the game from all angles. Their menu has several good options to choose from, but I went with the Tuscan Romano Chicken... and wow! The chicken and parmesan noodles were delicious and that Percorino Romano sauce was something sent from heaven. It brought the meal together and it was definitely the mvp of the night. I believe they have daily regular and reverse happy hours so you really have every reason to pop in. read more

Thirsty Lion - Tuscan Romano Herb Crusted Chicken - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

It was mine & my boyfriend's first time here today. 10/10! Service was veryyy fast, food was delicious, with a big selection. Shout out to David our server! I was in the service industry for a long time and wow, I wish he worked for me back in the day. He's awesome all around. read more

We went for dinner; it was close to our hotel and the menu looked good. We had the bacon wrapped dates as an appetizer (we'd had them a few years ago at another restaurant and really like them) and they were delicious! We shared a turkey club with fries. The club was very good, the fries were decent. I would go back there again and try some of their other offerings. read more

Passion Fruit Mojito This was a pretty cool place! Large interior with tons of seating and space at the bar too to watch TV if that's your thing. Friendly and efficient servers. The drinks are pretty good! This mojito was pretty yummy and minty. Our group had a good time here, we'll have to come back during happy hour!! There's a huge parking garage for free next to this place! read more

Thirsty Lion - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Only went here very late night for a drink and dessert but wanted to give them a shoutout anyway. Staff was super friendly despite how late we were going in. Since we couldn't decide on a dessert we ended up getting two and were not disappointed at all. I'd love to go back for happy hour or dinner, the bar area looked decent to me. read more

Wife plus 18 others met for appetizers and drinks at 3:30 pm She ordered a Ruben to go with 1000 island on the side on rye bread Opened at home and received a sliced roast beef on wheat with catsup on the side (not even on the menu) Was not there so can't speak about service or atmosphere read more

Food, drinks and service was perfect. Loved the ambiance. Not too noisy. Had steak salad and their hibiscus basal vodka cocktail.

Excellent service and food! Friendly employees. We will continue to be frequent diners at the preston Hollow location as well as the others. The managers are friendly and the service was excellent. You don't typically find both at one restaurant anymore these days. read more

Food- actually pretty good just over priced. Plus, they need better portion control. I ordered duplicate of the person sitting across from me and portions were drastically different. I did not get my money's worth in comparison. Service- the wait staff always seem really rushed, but friendly. I don't like the hand held computers to pay. It makes you feel like you have to tip extra since they are watching you. Ambiance- pretty nice. Loud music with video screen if that's your thing. Restrooms are clean. That's important. But floor always feels slick due to over usage of soap to clean. I almost fell and watched someone else experience the same. The hype is too big. read more

We had a great waitress named Mariah. She answered all of our questions and was super patient as we reviewed the menu. We finally decided on the fish tacos, and I added avocado. My daughter got the chicken tenders and a pretzel, and my husband got a breakfast plate. For an appetizer, we got cheese curds. Can I tell you these are the best cheese curds I have ever had? They have a light breading, and they were seasoned perfectly. They come with a sweet chili jam that took it to the next level. My husband and I both indulged in adult beverages. He had the Texas beer flight. It was a bit of an experiment for him, and it turned out he only liked 2 out of the 6 beers, but that is because he is not a fan of dark beer. Keep that in mind if you order it without customizing it. I had the whiskey flight and I enjoyed it it thoroughly. My favorite was the Irish whiskey.They also have a tequila flight and mimosas (not in a flight). We will definitely be back because as we waited for our food, we saw other entrees that looked just as good if not better than what we got. read more

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Easy and always good service. Pricing is a little high but the variety is good. The area is nice and has plenty to do. Very walkable and parking is so easy. Great bar and drink options. read more

I feel bad giving it 3 stars. 1 person can ruin your experience. It was a long day of traveling with delayed flights, etc I check into my hotel pretty late and look up food options. I do not want fast food and not much is opened. I found them on Yelp and drove over. The area is cute with a lot of parking. I walk in by myself and the hostesses were sitting around. That's fine, it's late and they got up when I came in. I asked if the bar was open seating. She said yes so I found a seat and sat down. Since it's just me and I want to get food. The bartender... I never got her name because she never came and helped me or greeted me or really even gave me eye contact. She had short hair. She is helping people though... I finally ask the hostess "can I order here?" she replies with yes. But, doesn't do anything to try to get me help. So, I said "I'll take a table." Brittany A was my server and she was great. She gave me suggestions. She was personable. She was friendly. Opposite of the terrible bartender. Food: Scotch egg - I've never had it so I wasn't sure what to expect. The meat around the egg seemed dry. I liked the mustard and the cook on the egg. I only ate one piece. "Spicy" fried cauliflower - why is spicy in quotes? Because it's not spicy. It might be spicy for my white husband lol but, he wasn't on the trip with me. It was good though. The sweetness of the sauce, the cook on the cauliflower, and the sriracha on the side. I actually finished this dish. I ordered the Tuscan chicken to go. It was actually good. The sauce was good. I love all the sauces. It's a no for me on the carrots but, that's a personal taste. It was still good the next night. I would never been in this area again so it's possible I'd go again. read more

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Wow. First the servers are all so friendly! All were smiley & said hello, overall good interactions. I went alone to read and eat, my server noticed and was still very attentive, but not overly attentive to bother my reading! I went around 4pm on Easter Sunday so it wasn't quite busy, but I can tell this place is the type to get busy in good weather & non holidays! Now the food, better than the service. I would like to say I'm a calamari connoisseur, get it everywhere that has it. This calamari is amazing. I thing having calamari with spice IN the breading is the best, and this hit that spot perfectly. Spice was there, sauces were both there. One thing I could do without was the lettuce that was under it, the left over grease just kind of hung to it. Next up! Cesar salad, can't go wrong here. If you're like me and like each piece of lettuce to have dressing, this is the place & salad for you. Last but not least, the spicy chicken sliders. I'm not one to like coleslaw, but this paired with the spice in the chicken was amazing. They're perfectly sized and full of flavor! This would be the perfect spot to take people while they're in town, to celebrate, or just to catch up with friends/ family. I'll definitely be coming back to try the rest of this menu. read more

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It's a nice looking restaurant but I found the food to be subpar. I ordered the fish and chips which were severely overcooked and rubbery. The fries were the best thing about the meal. The server never asked if I liked the food, I think he already knew. Meal was much too expensive for the quality. read more

Had a light meal here this time. Great as always. Love the ambience of this place. The music is always great. The servers were fantastic as always also. read more

Thirsty Lion - Burger and fries - American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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