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    Thirsty Lion

    3.7 (492 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Korean Fried Chicken
    Marlo B.

    2nd visit was great! We sat at a normal table this time and it was a lot more comfortable. Our waitress was nice and our food came out quickly. We started with the Ahi Poke Stack for an appetizer. It was DELICIOUS. The tuna was fresh, and all of the other flavors were on point. The wanton chips are my favorite, super crispy. I ordered the Brussels sprouts, quinoa, and roasted chicken salad (so did my sister-in-law), my brother ordered the Spicy chicken and waffles, and they ordered my nephew fish and chips. The food was great all around. I loved the freshness of the salad, especially the dried cranberries. I tried the spicy chicken and it was soooooo good. The batter is light and crispy, not too spicy, and the maple syrup really completes the flavors. I will definitely try that at our next brunch. I didn't try the fish and chips but my nephew loved

    Gochuchang Korean BBQ Pork & Kimchi Fried Rice
    Damian L.

    Always a good visit to this location. We went for Veterans Day. Appreciate what they do for our vets! It was busy without being loud. Had a trainee server leaning the ropes. Service was indeed good. I may be boring, but I went for my Kimchi fried rice again. Was great as always.

    Drink Menu
    Stacy P.

    This place has some special people working there! We walked in at 10:52 on a Friday night looking for drinks and an appetizer. We didn't realize they closed at that time, because it's kind of rude to walk into a restaurant right before closing time. But they were so nice and said as long as we order before 11 that we would be fine. Plus it was still busy which says a lot! We had a couple glasses of wine and the bacon wrapped BBQ shrimp and a spicy tuna roll. They were both just what we needed after a long stressful drive. The place was hopping with some music and several tv's!!

    HH menu
    Marian G.

    I've seen this place a lot and decided to try it today. Didn't need a reservation as the restaurant was steady but still available seating. It's pretty big inside with a huge bar in the middle. The patio area was also a decent size as well. Table tops were clean but the seats were still a bit dirty. Riley, our hostess was taking care of us. She was very attentive and gave us her top choices to choose from. They do have happy hour EVERYDAY which is a plus for me! 3-6p daily. I had the HH artichoke dip, along with a HH blood orange margarita, and HH california roll. I'm a spinach dip girl so I loved it! Wasn't overly cheesy like other dips can be. Blood orange margarita was just okay. The flavor of the drink was flat to me. Also, I've had better sushi rolls. To me it tasted like it wasn't made fresh. My main meal I tried an item off the summer menu which was hot honey, sausage, calabrese salami & pepperoni flatbread. It was definitely my highlight along with the artichoke dip. My friend also shared with me the deep fried pickles she ordered. Now those were also good! I would come back because the vibes were low key, prices are reasonable for a quick happy hour meal, and I also want to try their brunch menu.

    On the left spicy grapefruit drink (not on the menu) and blood orange marg (meh)
    Jameson B.

    I wanted to try the corned beef hash for brunch but they took it off them menu and they won't serve it anymore. So I had the breakfast sandwich which had good flavor but the bread was very chewy. The chicken and waffle was just ok and not much flavor. You definitely need the syrup because it is very dry.

    Cheese Curds
    Stephanie T.

    Always good for a nice lunch! It was a lot more packed than usual but I attribute that to playoff season. They rotate menus so it seems like there's always at least one new item to try. A bit lively, so don't expect a quiet romantic destination.

    Spicy Sausage Prosciutto flatbread
    Chris N.

    Had a really flavorful Spicy Sausage & Prosciutto flatbread. A little on the small side for the price paid. But very tasty. The place was busy for a Wednesday. Ambiance was pretty lively, service was good and friendly. I'd consider coming g back. But it's a little pricey for what you get.

    Blood Mary
    Dalia D.

    We came here for brunch. I don't know why this place doesn't have more stars! For one, their black beans are actually seasoned/flavorful. My bf had breakfast tacos and it came with a side of black beans, we are scarred from black beans by multiple establishments in Southlake, so we were impressed with the black beans and they had pieces of bacon in it! My Bloody Mary was perfectly spicy and so were my chilaquiles. The perfect amount of crunch, spice, avocado and of course black beans! The theme is very pub like with low lighting and black/dark furniture. It was super clean when we arrived and not busy. The space felt very open.

    Rosemary gin and tonic
    Don J.

    With a spacious covered patio overlooking a green space, Thirsty Lion is an excellent place to meet for drinks and snacks. If you're looking for dinner, unfortunately the food is just meh. Let's start with the good - an excellent draft and cocktail menu with wine by the glass. Appetizers are also solid, although our portion of calamari was tiny for the price. I ordered the so-called pork belly ramen - except it wasn't really ramen, but some kind of flat noodles. It had some nice toppings, spoiled by an obnoxious fake smoke flavor. My companion got the fried chicken Mac and cheese. It sounds like Southern cooking heaven, but the fried chicken pieces were served whole on top of the cavatappi pasta, making it awkward to eat. Service was friendly but glacially slow.

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    4 years ago

    Excellent food and very good bar drinks! Large outside seating area with radiant heater or misters.

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    Jon, we're so happy that you're happy! Thank you for dining with us!

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    3 years ago

    very good food, very loud. Would not recommend to someone with sensory issues but would recommend to anyone else

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    4 years ago

    The best salmon I have had in a long time. The menu selection is exceptional and the atmosphere is great.

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    Thanks for your kind words!

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    3 years ago

    Good not that great and overpriced for what you get. Worst part is the super slow service.

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    Stopped in for Happy Hour, nice selection of beer and, wine and a nice menu for Happy Hour. Great service and food.

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    Ask the Community - Thirsty Lion

    Do they show sports on their TV's? When I went there all they showed was music videos.

    Every time I've been there, which is many, sports have been on. Watched soccer, football, baseball and basketball. Maybe there were no games on when you were there???

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    We haven't taken our dogs there yet but according to the manager we talked to, the small patio facing ALOFT is dog friendly and the other larger patio is not. We plan to be up there a lot with our two dogs!

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    Karma & Kocktails

    Karma & Kocktails

    4.2
    (43 reviews)
    4.7 mi
    Discounts available
    Vegetarian friendly

    Fantastic Nepalese/Indian cuisine on Main Street!…read more We stopped by Karma and it did not disappoint! The restaurant is large with a nice bar area and the service was very friendly and efficient! Apps: Chili Momos (Veg) and Gobi Manchurian - the momos were super crispy and the sauce was very spicy in a good way! The Manchurian was so saucy and packed with flavor. Recommend both! Mains: Himalayan Thukpa, Palak Paneer, Malai Kofta - the Thukpa was the highlight! The broth was perfectly salty with a great umami taste. The Malai Kofta was rich and I enjoyed the cheesy koftas. The Palak Paneer was tasty, but I enjoyed the malai and thukpa more! Dessert: Pistachio Cheesecake - delicious! More like a pistachio ice cream cake, but it was so good and not too sweet! Overall, we really enjoyed our meal! Will absolutely be back!

    I went to Karma & Koctails and the food felt like a mix of comfort and bold flavors.The lamb chops…read moreand Lamb Manchuria had bold taste, though a little salty. The Himalayan thali was the highlight naan so soft it felt like clouds, and lentil curry that carried deep, cozy flavors. The chowmein with lamb and chicken had that smoky stir-fry kick, and the momos were a joy to try. The butter tikka momos were creamy and rich, while the choila momos with the chef's sauce brought a spicy spark that stayed with me. The drinks matched the season perfectly. The Gurkhas Old Fashioned was smooth with a twist, and the hot rum punch felt like warmth in a glass just right for winter. The place itself was cozy, with a vibe that made me want to linger. Even during busy hours the staff stayed friendly, though the food took a little longer to arrive. Still, the service felt welcoming. Altogether, the mix of food, drinks, and atmosphere made the evening memorable in its own way.

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    Volstead

    4.3
    (91 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    Great place to have cocktails with the girls. Not only is the food pretty but the service was…read moreamazing! Our server works at another location and told my friend about this place I feel horrible I can't remember her name right now but she's a ginger super sweet and took care of us and answered all of our crazy questions. Brittany??? I had the cheeseburger and it was a double cheeseburger and it was so delicious with side of salad. (Photo didn't turn out) My friend had the burger & french fries so I got to try them and they were also delicious. Inside a dark and moody and cool and temperature so you can come in and get out of the heat enjoy a cocktail and a nice lunch. It's nice to not be under such bright light and crowded places. I really like the atmosphere here quiet swanky and had nice music. Friends request we shared the double eggs they were definitely something to try. And she had the chicken pot pie and said it was so delicious she licked the bowl clean.

    Speakeasy atmosphere in the middle of a strip mall. Definitely a creative and chill vibe in there…read morewith great happy hour specials and solid food choices. Happy hour is from 2-6 mon-fri and has half off wine, cocktails, martinis and $10 on a few different appetizers. Great pricing for the quality of drinks you're getting and they have something for everyone. Food was also on point and great for sharing. Tried the popcorn chicken and spicy tuna crispy rice - both things go great with the beverages. Waitstaff was friendly and attentive. Only gripe is they add a rather large "Beverage Surcharge" of ~13.5% (came out to $19.5 for a $144.5 pre-tax bill that included a few food items) which was a bit shocking. Only explanation we got was that "everyone does it". Aside from that, this place is a solid spot to go.

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    Hoppin' Grapevine

    Hoppin' Grapevine

    4.4
    (58 reviews)
    7.8 mi

    Hoppin' Grapevine is an interesting concept! You check in, put a card on file and get a wristband…read more Food and specialty cocktails is order via a QR code at tables. They do let you know that there is an automatic 20% tip added to your tab up front, which you can add too if checking out using the link they text you. The special thing is they have a wall where you pick your own beer, cider and wine(?) that you activate with your wristband and are charged per ounce. I love the drink concept because it allows for folks to try a little bit of various options ... which they do have a number of local options on their wall. This is what I would return for, and bring friends to tet before we end up at another activity. Food wise: got a smash burger which came with fries, which if I order it again I'd probably change cheeses and ask for some pepper to season the fries a bit more ... all personal preferences... but was ok for something to eat to off set the two drinks I had while there. I also got some tacos to go for my husband. Again personal preference, he would have liked more seasoning/spice on the actual meat of the taco vs being as reliant on the salsa. So, on our next visit we might just stick with shareables/apps with our drinks.

    A great place to come and try numerous draft beers! Their wall of self serve/pour draft beer and…read morewine is incredible. You must try their food. Everything from hummus to burgers to salad. An awesome brunch selection. Each day there are many daily specials. Their weekly bingo is fun. The choices of draft beer is crazy. They just brought back the Hoop Tea for summer, a fantastic refreshing flavor. They have a great patio with TV monitors to watch any game you want. The patio is dog friendly with provided water bowls. They have Board games to enjoy at your table and an outdoor connect four game for the kiddos along with corn hole.

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    4.6
    (375 reviews)
    9.6 mi
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    I recently went here for a Friday dinner date, and honestly, the vibes are amazing with a really…read morenice bar. We had a reservation, which I'd definitely recommend because it gets busy especially on a Friday and parking is limited. Once we were seated, the server gave us a nice rundown of the menu. We started with the hand rolls, the Masu Tartare and Toro Tartare and both were delicious. I personally loved the Masu more, but you really can't go wrong with either. We also ordered calamari, which arrived a bit later. It was okay, nothing spectacular, not as crispy as I hoped but the rest of the meal more than made up for it. For sushi, I had the Spicy Atlantic Salmon and the Kani Koi. I absolutely loved the Spicy Atlantic Salmon...it was definitely a favorite but my fiancé preferred the Kanikoi, so everyone wins. We also tried the Kamasu - Barracuda, which was just as delicious. Overall, everything was perfect, and I can't wait to come back to try more hand rolls and a few other dishes.

    First time visiting here for a girls night and the food was really delicious! The Sexy Core 23 was…read moreone of the best sushi rolls I've had in DFW. The citrus of the ponzu balanced the jalapeño perfectly. I'd definitely order that roll again next time. The poke bowls are a good size but definitely on the pricey side for sushi. Overall the service was excellent. There was a mixup with our food where we got salmon instead of Tuna for our poke bowl. They quickly amended the mistake and brought us a new bowl. The atmosphere is modern and upscale making it a perfect choice for a date night. They do have some kid friendly options on the menu and a few kids were dining there on Friday night.

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