Beer & American eats in a venue which nods to both European & American pubs, with dark wood & TVs.
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. Cocktails are crafted with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, while wines come in 25 varieties. Enjoy your craft brew and meal while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar and a patio that soaks up the sun.
Menu
Central Kitchen – Thirsty Lion – Starters | |
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. |
$13.95 |
Beer Battered Cheese Curds Crispy fried cheese curds, coated in tempura beer batter. Served with sweet jalapeño jam. |
$11.95 |
Beer Cheese Soup -Bowl A mixture of cheddar, Parmesan and pepper jack cheese simmered with PBR beer, jalapeños, dry mustard, Worcestershire and Tabasco. |
$9.95 |
Hand Breaded Chicken Tenderloins Six hand breaded chicken tenderloins, dipped in seasoned batter and fried to perfection. Served with Newcastle BBQ Sauce and Peppercorn Ranch. |
$12.95 |
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. |
$13.95 |
Sliders Grilled Burger Three burger patties grilled with TL seasoning and prepared medium well. Served on toasted slider buns with melted cheddar cheese, burger sauce, red leaf lettuce, sliced tomato and pickle chips. |
$14.95 |
Spicy Fried Chicken Sliders Jalapeños buttermilk marinated chicken double coated with spicy seasoned flour. Served on a toasted slider buns spread with chipotle aioli, topped with Napa slaw tossed with Sweet Chipotle dressing. |
$14.95 |
Central Kitchen – Thirsty Lion – Salads (dressings on side) | |
Brussels Sprouts, Quinoa & Grilled Chicken Salad Shaved Brussels sprouts and arugula, roasted chicken, red & white quinoa, Zante currants, cranberries and candied walnuts. Served with White Balsamic Pomegranate Vinaigrette. |
$15.95 |
Caesar Roasted Chicken Roasted 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* |
$15.95 |
Carnitas Salad Bowl Freshly seared pork carnitas and roasted Tomatillo salsa circles 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. |
$15.95 |
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. |
$16.95 |
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. |
$18.95 |
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. |
$15.95 |
Central Kitchen – Thirsty Lion – Sandwiches | |
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. |
$16.95 |
Smoked Turkey Club Peppered smoked turkey, maple bacon, pepper jack cheese, avocado, tomato, and lettuce grilled on rustic Bianco bread with chipotle aioli . |
$16.95 |
Classic Reuben Traditional Reuben piled high with corned beef, peppered sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese and thousand island dressing on toasted rustic rye. |
$17.95 |
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. |
$18.95 |
Central Kitchen – Thirsty Lion – Burgers | |
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. |
$17.95 |
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. |
$16.95 |
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. |
$15.95 |
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. |
$17.95 |
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. |
$16.95 |
Central Kitchen – Thirsty Lion – Kitchen Specialties | |
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. |
$18.95 |
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. |
$19.95 |
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. |
$19.95 |
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. |
$21.95 |
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. |
$18.95 |
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. |
$17.95 |
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. |
$20.95 |
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. |
$18.95 |
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. |
$18.95 |
Central Kitchen – Thirsty Lion – Dessert | |
Deep Dish Chocolate Brownie Baked with chocolate and toasted pecans. Topped with chocolate fudge and caramel sauces. |
$9.95 |
Whiskey Apple Crumble Whiskey glazed Granny Smith apples, baked with a cinnamon-pecan streusel topping with salted caramel sauce. |
$9.95 |
Central Kitchen – Southern Jewel – For Y’All to Share | |
Cheese Curds Crispy fried cheese curds, coated in tempura beer batter. Served with sweet jalapeño jam and Sriracha dipping sauce. |
$11.50 |
Hush Puppy Corn Fritters Deep fried cornbread nuggets with fresh jalapeños and yellow corn. Served golden brown with our sweet jalapeño jam. |
$8.95 |
Freakin’ Good Pickles Crispy coated dill pickles, deep fried and served with Sriracha dipping sauce. |
$8.95 |
Homestyle Chicken Tenders Served with peppercorn ranch and Sriracha dipping sauces. |
$11.95 |
Jalapeno Cornbread & Honey Butter Sweet cornbread baked with fresh jalapeños and yellow corn. Served warm with our sweet honey butter. |
$4.95 |
Nashville Hot Chicken ALC (4 Piece) Jalapeño buttermilk marinated chicken, double coated with spicy seasoned flour. Generously brushed with our spicy Nashville HOT sauce. |
$12.95 |
Southern Fried Chicken ALC (4 Piece) Buttermilk battered chicken, coated with seasoned flour. |
$12.95 |
Central Kitchen – Southern Jewel – Wings | |
12 Bone-In Wings BONE-IN WINGS Served with carrots sticks, celery sticks, bleu cheese or ranch dressing MANGO HABANERO / GOCHUJANG KOREAN / BBQ CILANTRO LIME / NASHVILLE HOT / DRY RUB / OLD SCHOOL BUFFALO |
$19.95 |
12 Boneless Wings BONELESS CHICKEN WINGS Served with carrots sticks, celery sticks, bleu cheese or ranch dressing MANGO HABANERO / GOCHUJANG KOREAN / BBQ CILANTRO LIME / NASHVILLE HOT / DRY RUB / OLD SCHOOL BUFFALO |
$15.95 |
9 Bone-In Wings BONE-IN WINGS Served with carrots sticks, celery sticks, bleu cheese or ranch dressing MANGO HABANERO / GOCHUJANG KOREAN / BBQ CILANTRO LIME / NASHVILLE HOT / DRY RUB / OLD SCHOOL BUFFALO |
$15.95 |
9 Boneless Wings BONELESS CHICKEN WINGS Served with carrots sticks, celery sticks, bleu cheese or ranch dressing MANGO HABANERO / GOCHUJANG KOREAN / BBQ CILANTRO LIME / NASHVILLE HOT / DRY RUB / OLD SCHOOL BUFFALO |
$12.95 |
6 Bone-In Wings BONE-IN WINGS Served with carrots sticks, celery sticks, bleu cheese or ranch dressing MANGO HABANERO / GOCHUJANG KOREAN / BBQ CILANTRO LIME / NASHVILLE HOT / DRY RUB / OLD SCHOOL BUFFALO |
$12.95 |
6 Boneless Wings NOTHING BUT THE CHICKEN BONELESS WINGS Served with carrots sticks, celery sticks, bleu cheese or ranch dressing MANGO HABANERO / GOCHUJANG KOREAN / BBQ CILANTRO LIME / NASHVILLE HOT / DRY RUB / OLD SCHOOL BUFFALO |
$9.95 |
Central Kitchen – Southern Jewel – Between the Buns | |
Jewel Spicy Chicken Marinated with jalapeño and buttermilk, dusted in spicy flour, crispy fried and topped with chipotle aioli, sweet chipotle Napa slaw and dill pickles. |
$14.95 |
Spicy Fried Chicken Sandies Tender chicken marinated jalapeño & buttermilk, dusted in spicy flour and crispy fried.Topped with Chipotle Slaw and dill pickles on a toasted brioche bun . 3 ea. |
$15.95 |
Central Kitchen – Southern Jewel – Plates | |
Nashville Hot Chicken (4 Piece) Jalapeño buttermilk marinated chicken, double coated with spicy seasoned flour. Generously brushed with our spicy Nashville HOT sauce. Served with jalapeno cornbread and choice of 2 sides. |
$16.95 |
Southern Fried Chicken (4 Piece) Buttermilk battered chicken, coated with seasoned flour. Served with jalapeno cornbread and choice of 2 sides. |
$16.95 |
Southern Fried Chicken Mac & Cheese Cheddar, Jack, Swiss and Parmesan cheese, cavatappi pasta and toasted bread crumbs topped with jalapeño buttermilk fried chicken and garnished with spicy peppers. |
$17.95 |
Central Kitchen – Southern Jewel – Sidekicks | |
Loaded Tater Tots Cheddar & jack cheeses, bacon, diced tomato, green onions, chipotle sour cream. |
$11.95 |
Hush Puppies Deep fried cornbread nuggets with fresh jalapeños and yellow corn. Served golden brown. |
$8.95 |
Mac & Cheese Made to order creamy, 5 cheese blend Mac & Cheese, made with red bell peppers and topped with cheddar & jack cheeses, breadcrumbs and a Lil’ Mamas sliced pepper. |
$7.95 |
Sweet Potato Fries Sweet Potato Fries are served with peppercorn ranch or Sriracha dipping sauces. |
$7.95 |
Crispy Tater Tots Served with peppercorn ranch or Sriracha dipping sauce. |
$7.95 |
French Fries – Large Served with peppercorn ranch or Sriracha dipping sauces. |
$7.95 |
Southern Slaw Napa cabbage and red cabbage mixed with red bell peppers, carrots, green onions and cilantro. All tossed in our creamy southern coleslaw dressing. |
$5.95 |
Central Kitchen – Salads | |
Caesar Salad Romaine, arugula, radicchio, Grana parmesan, ciabatta croutons, parmesan crisp and Caesar dressing. |
$8.95 |
Garden Salad Spring greens, cherry tomatoes and choice of salad dressing. |
$7.95 |
Central Kitchen – Soft Drinks | |
Coke | $3.75 |
Diet Coke | $3.75 |
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade | $3.75 |
Red Bull (Sugar Free) | $4.50 |
Red Bull (Red) | $4.50 |
Red Bull (Tropical Yellow) | $4.50 |
Root Beer | $3.75 |
San Pellegrino (Original) | $4.50 |
Sprite | $3.75 |
Sweet Tea | $3.50 |
Tazo Iced Tea (Brewed) | $3.75 |
Topo Chico Sparkling Water | $4.50 |
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: thirstyliongastropub.comopentable.com
Contact Thirsty Lion Gastropub – Music Factory
Address: 350 Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX 75039
Phone: (214) 496-0400
Website: https://www.thirstyliongastropub.com/
Hours
Thursday | 11AM–9PM |
Friday | 11AM–11PM |
Saturday | 10AM–11PM |
Sunday | 10AM–9PM |
Monday | 11AM–9PM |
Tuesday | 11AM–9PM |
Wednesday | 11AM–9PM |