Thirsty Lion – American
This lively gastropub pulses with a convivial energy, drawing guests into a warm, expansive space where the clinking of glasses provides the soundtrack to a spirited night out. The kitchen masters the art of the shared plate, turning out everything from molten artichoke dip and salt-dusted giant pretzels to succulent bacon-wrapped shrimp that pop with smoky sweetness. It is a destination built for indulgence and connection, where every hand-breaded chicken tender and spicy slider is crafted to complement a cold brew and a great story.
2290 Northeast Allie Avenue, Hillsboro OR 97124 https://thirstyliongastropub.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its fair pricing and reliable quality, guests highlight the establishment as a solid option for a quick and satisfying bite. Reviewers appreciate the consistent value provided for a casual meal, noting that the straightforward menu makes it a dependable choice for those seeking a convenient and approachable dining experience.
Menu
Starters
- Artichoke Spinach Dip - $9.95: Reggiano cream, chopped artichokes, jalapeños and roasted garlic with melted mozzarella and corn tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Calamari - $12.95: Dusted with seasoned semolina flour, lightly fried and served with chili lime sauce and lemon thyme aioli. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Wrapped BBQ Shrimp - $14.95: Served with Black Butte BBQ sauce, Napa slaw and cilantro lime vinaigrette. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenderloins - $9.95: Served with Sriracha and peppercorn ranch dipping sauces. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Battered Cheese Curds - $8.95: Crispy fried cheese curds in tempura batter. Served with sweet jalapeño jam and Sriracha dipping sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Fried Chicken Wings - $15.95: Choice of sauces: Old School Buffalo, Korean BBQ or Dry Spice Rub. Served with Blue Cheese, Ranch or Sriracha fry sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Fried Chicken Sliders - $10.95: Marinated with jalapeño & buttermilk, dusted in spicy flour, crispy-fried and topped with chipotle Napa slaw and dill pickles. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Burger Sliders - $10.95: Beef sliders served with lettuce, tomato, cheddar, pickles and burger sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oven Baked Giant Pretzel - $13.95: Soft pretzel with scratch made beer cheese, jalapeño jam & sweet mustard sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Sesame Edamame - $8.95: Soybean pods sautéed with garlic sesame soy glaze. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Queso Dip - $8.95: Cheddar, jack and pepper jack cheese, simmered with roasted jalapeños, onion and tomatoes. Served with white corn tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Poke Stack - $10.95: Ahi tuna marinated in soy, Sriracha chili, sweet onions, avocado, nori, scallions, sesame oil and Hawaiian sea salt. Layered with rice, soy glaze and Sriracha aioli with wonton chips. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tuna Roll - $9.95: Ahi tuna mixed with Sriracha, green onion & cilantro rolled in sticky rice and nori. Served with fried lotus root, soy glaze, Sriracha aioli, pickled ginger and sesame. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Roll - $9.95: Crab, avocado, cucumber, soy glaze, sticky rice rolled in nori and sesame. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Fried Cauliflower - $9.95: Sesame tempura fried with spicy black bean hoisin sauce, toasted cashews, scallions, cilantro and Sriracha aioli. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Artisan Flatbreads
- Caramelized Pear & Prosciutto - $10.95: Sweet caramelized pears & crispy prosciutto, Gorgonzola, candied walnuts, topped with arugula & balsamic vinegar. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese & Roma Tomato - $13.95: Roma tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, basil, fresh mozzarella and our four cheese blend. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Sausage & Prosciutto - $15.95: Spicy Italian sausage, prosciutto, basil pesto, roma tomatoes, feta cheese, kalamata olives, pepperoncini, four cheese blend and fresh basil. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Honey, Sausage, Calabrese Salami & Pepperoni - $15.95: With Roma tomato sauce, four cheese blend, parmesan crust and hot honey drizzle. Available at: dinner, lunch
Fresh Salads & Bowls
- Southwest Smoked Chicken - $16.95: Mesquite smoked chicken, roasted sweet corn, red peppers, avocado, marinated jicama, grape tomatoes, fresh greens and cabbage tossed with cilantro lime vinaigrette. Topped with Cotija cheese and crispy tortilla strips. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken Cobb Salad - $17.95: Fresh greens, radicchio, arugula, roasted chicken, pepper bacon, avocado, Kalamata olives, Gorgonzola, grape tomatoes, egg, roasted corn and blue cheese vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Ahi Salad - $19.95: Spice rubbed and seared rare on mixed greens, arugula and radicchio with red peppers, cucumbers, Napa cabbage, edamame, Mandarin oranges, mango, soy glaze, crispy wontons, cilantro and wasabi ginger vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Steak Salad - $21.95: Caramelized pears, Danish blue cheese, pecan pralines, roasted sweet peppers, tomatoes, mixed greens & blue cheese vinaigrette. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Carnitas Salad Bowl - $16.95: Pork carnitas simmered in tomatillo salsa, with steamed rice, Tajin spice crisp greens, sweet chipotle dressing, cabbage, black beans, jicama, cotija cheese, roasted corn, red peppers, avocado, pickled radish, jalapeño, and cilantro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Poke Bowl - $19.95: Soy marinated Ahi tuna poke, sushi rice, Napa slaw, avocado, carrot, cucumber, pickled radish and jalapeños, fresh mango, onion, cilantro, daikon, nori, sesame seeds, ginger soy glaze and Thai peanut vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Power Bowl - $15.95: Arugula, shaved Brussel sprouts, quinoa, brown rice, edamame, garbanzo beans, avocado, cucumber, tomato, red pepper, radish and lemon basil vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Smoked Turkey Club - $16.95: Peppered smoked turkey, maple bacon, pepper jack cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce and chipotle aioli on grilled rustic bianco bread. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Chili Chicken & Avocado - $16.95: Roasted pasilla chilies, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños, pepper jack, cotija cheese, spicy Napa slaw and chipotle aioli on grilled rustic bianco bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich - $16.95: Marinated with jalapeño and buttermilk, dusted in spicy flour, crispy fried and topped with chipotle Napa slaw and dill pickles, on grilled ciabatta. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Reuben - $17.95: Braised corned beef brisket, peppered sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and 1000 island on grilled rustic rye. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Dip - $18.95: Slow roasted beef and melted provolone on parmesan crusted ciabatta with rosemary au jus and horseradish cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Cheeseburger - $15.95: Choice of cheddar, Swiss or pepper jack cheese, with pickles and burger sauce served on a toasted brioche bun. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño Pepper Jack Burger - $16.95: Melted pepper jack cheese, jalapeños, Tabasco onion strings, fresh guacamole and chipotle aioli served on a toasted brioche bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ White Cheddar Burger - $16.95: Black Butte BBQ sauce, white cheddar cheese, crispy onion strings and garlic aioli served on a toasted brioche bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gastropub Burger - $17.95: Gorgonzola infused burger with grilled sweet onion, maple pepper bacon, white cheddar, arugula and horseradish cream on grilled ciabatta. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beyond Burger - $17.95: Plant based protein burger grilled with melted cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickles, 1000 Island and served on a toasted brioche bun. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Kitchen Specialties
- Baja Style Tacos - $17.95: Three tacos with sautéed cod, shrimp or pork carnitas, chipotle aioli, cilantro lime slaw, pico de gallo, Cotija cheese and white corn tortillas. Served with Santa Fe bacon black beans. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- I.P.A. Beer Battered Fish & Chips - $19.95: Lagunitas IPA battered, served with Napa slaw, lemon caper tartar sauce and fries. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Sausage Mac - $17.95: Chipotle cream, roasted red peppers, spicy sausage and a four cheese blend, toasted with bread crumbs. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Mac & Cheese - $18.95: Cheddar, Jack, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, cavatappi pasta and toasted bread crumbs topped with jalapeño buttermilk fried chicken. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso & Orange Glazed Salmon - $26.95: Fresh salmon pan seared with orange miso glaze, beurre blanc, jasmine rice and fresh asparagus. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kung Pao Chicken - $18.95: Spicy soy ginger glaze, peanuts, Szechuan chilies, sambal chili sauce, sticky rice and glazed Thai vegetables. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gochujang BBQ Pork & Kimchi Fried Rice - $18.95: Boneless Korean BBQ smoked pork, grilled with gochujang sauce, sautéed kimchi fried rice and a fried egg, sunny side up. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Szechuan Orange Chicken - $18.95: Tempura chicken in garlic ginger orange sauce, scallions, Szechuan chilies, sticky rice and glazed Thai vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Romano Chicken - $21.95: Pan seared with pecorino Romano, lemon herb beurre blanc, balsamic marinated tomatoes, garlic Parmesan noodles, fresh basil and seasonal vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Atlantic Salmon - $25.95: Roasted garlic herb butter, fresh lemon and served with jasmine cilantro rice and seasonal vegetables. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Ribeye Steak - $34.95: 12oz. Center cut ribeye seasoned with our rub, garlic butter and served with seasonal vegetables and chef’s accompaniment. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner
Shareable Desserts
- Deep Dish Chocolate Porter Brownie - $9.95: Double chocolate porter brownie with pecans, caramel and chocolate fudge sauce, baked in a cast iron skillet. Served with premium vanilla ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Crème Brûlée - $8.95: Rich French vanilla bean custard with hand-fired sugar crust.
- Chocolate Chip Cookie & Ice Cream Sandwich - $9.95: Freshly baked Hope's chocolate chip cookies, vanilla ice cream, hot fudge and caramel sauce, whipped cream, chocolate shavings, powdered sugar and mint sprig. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cinnamon Sugar Churros & Ice Cream - $8.95: Vanilla ice cream, Abuelita Mexican chocolate, mint sprig. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Molten Lava Cake - $9.95: Moist dark chocolate cake, served warm with a melted truffle center, raspberry purée and whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Whiskey Apple Crumble - $9.95: Whiskey glazed Granny Smith apples, baked with a cinnamon-pecan streusel topping, vanilla ice cream and salted caramel sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Moscow Mule - $9.95: New Amsterdam Vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, simple syrup and a wedge lime.
- Thirsty Lion Margarita - $9.95: Sauza Hacienda Tequila, sweet & sour, agave, muddled lime and triple sec. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Classic Mojito - $9.95: Cruzan Light Rum, mint, lime, soda, Sprite and simple syrup. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Lion Lemonade - $8.95: Smirnoff Citrus Vodka, raspberry liqueur, lemon, Sprite, sweet & sour and simple syrup. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Raspberry Drop Martini - $9.95: New Amsterdam Vodka, raspberry purée and lemonade. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bourbon Old Fashioned - $9.95: Evan Williams Bourbon, Angostura Bitters, soda, agave, orange and cherry. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hibiscus Vodka Breeze - $8.95: Hibiscus purée, muddled basil, orange & lime, New Amsterdam Vodka, Malibu Coconut Rum, lemonade & Sprite. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Blood Orange Margarita - $9.95: Sauza Hacienda Tequila, blood orange purée, agave nectar, muddled orange & lime and sweet & sour. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Cucumber Rosemary Gin & Tonic - $9.95: Tanqueray Gin, muddled rosemary, cucumber & lime, rosemary simple syrup and tonic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Spicy Mango Margarita - $9.95: Jalapeños, Sauza Hacienda tequila, sweet & sour, fresh lime juice, agave and mango puree with a Tajin rim. Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Juice-Cleanse
- Ranch Water - $8.95: Sauza Hacienda Tequila, Topo Chico sparkling water, lime juice, agave and lime wedge.
- Espresso Martini - $12.95: New Amsterdam Vodka, Mr. Black cold brew coffee liqueur, Kahlúa, simple syrup and fresh brewed coffee.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thirsty Lion
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu features vegan garlic sesame edamame, low-carb edamame, and various gluten-free and keto-friendly options across its diverse American gastropub selection.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers appreciate the restaurant's fair pricing, reliable quality, and consistent value for a quick, satisfying, and approachable casual meal.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This is a casual gastropub known for its lively atmosphere, fair pricing, and approachable menu suitable for a quick bite.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Garlic Sesame Edamame suits fifteen diets including vegan and low-carb, while Ahi Poke Bowl is high-protein, dairy-free, and pescatarian.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain specific information regarding the hours of operation for Thirsty Lion.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features a wide variety of American gastropub dishes, including over 30 dietary-specific options like keto, vegan, and gluten-free.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Reviewers celebrate the restaurant for its fair pricing and consistent value, making it a dependable choice for a casual meal.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers appreciate the restaurant as a dependable, fair-priced option for quick, satisfying meals and consistent value in a casual setting.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data does not include a specific physical address or location for Thirsty Lion.
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