Thirsty Lion Gastropub – Denver, CO

Name: Thirsty Lion Gastropub – Denver, CO
Address: 1605 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO, United States, 80202
Telephone: (303) 623-0316
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1152 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Our mission is to evolve the gastropub business by combining the traditional values of European and American pubs, to create a place where friends and family can celebrate life and enjoy handcrafted food, beers and cocktails.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

25 June 2022

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7:00 pm

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(303) 623-0316

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, International
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 623-0316
Website
http://www.thirstyliongastropub.com/colorado
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Keith Castro

Location
1605 Wynkoop St. Denver, CO 80202
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Cross Street
16th St
Parking Details
Public parking and on street parking.
Public Transit
16th Street Mall Shuttle has a stop across the street.<br />Union Station Transit Center from all parts of the city.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!
Multiple dates available
Sun - Fri - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm,Sat - 3:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Meeting up with friends after work for drinks is what it’s all about! Join us for Happy Hour every day from 3-6 pm. $1 off pints, $6.95 cocktails, wine, and a food menu starting at $6.95.

Popular dishes

Artichoke Spinach DipUSD 12.95
Reggiano cream, chopped artichokes, jalapeños and roasted garlic with melted white cheddar and corn tortilla chips
Crispy CalamariUSD 12.95
Dusted with seasoned semolina flour, lightly fried and served with chili lime sauce and lemon thyme aioli
Bacon Wrapped BBQ PrawnsUSD 13.95
Served with Black Butte BBQ sauce, Napa slaw and cilantro lime vinaigrette
Hand-Breaded Chicken TenderloinsUSD 9.95
Served with Sriracha and peppercorn ranch dipping sauces
Beer Battered Cheese CurdsUSD 9.95
Crispy fried cheese curds in tempura batter. Served with sweet jalapeño jam and Sriracha dipping sauce
Spicy Fried Chicken SlidersUSD 10.95
Marinated with jalapeño & buttermilk, dusted in spicy flour, crispy-fried and topped with chipotle Napa slaw and dill pickles
Grilled Burger Sliders*USD 10.95
Beef sliders served with lettuce, tomato, cheddar, pickles and burger sauce
Oven Baked Soft PretzelUSD 12.95
Giant pretzel with scratch made beer cheese, jalapeño jam & sweet mustard sauce
Garlic Sesame EdamameUSD 7.95
Soybean pods sautéed with garlic sesame soy glaze
Creamy Queso DipUSD 8.95
Cheddar, jack and pepper jack cheese, simmered with roasted jalapeños, onion and tomatoes. Served with white corn tortilla chips
Fresh Hand-Cut FriesUSD 5.95
Fresh cut and served with peppercorn ranch and Sriracha fry sauce
Ahi Poke Stack*USD 13.95
Ahi tuna marinated in soy, Sriracha chili, sweet onions, avocado, nori, scallions, sesame oil and Hawaiian sea salt. Layered with rice, soy ginger and Sriracha aioli with wonton chips
Sautéed Brussels SproutsUSD 8.95
Sautéed with pepper bacon, red onions, olive oil, seasonings and Reggiano
Spicy Tuna Roll*USD 11.95
Ahi tuna, Sriracha aioli, soy glaze, cilantro, fried lotus root, pickled jalapeño, radish, green onion and sesame
California RollUSD 9.95
Crab, avocado, cucumber, soy glaze, sticky rice rolled in nori and sesame
Traditional Scotch Eggs*USD 8.95
Boiled egg wrapped in pork sausage, breaded and crispy-fried
Spicy Fried Cauliflower**USD 9.95
Sesame tempura fried with spicy black bean hoisin sauce, toasted cashews, scallions, cilantro and Sriracha aioli

Salads

Southwest Smoked ChickenUSD 13.95
Mesquite smoked chicken, roasted sweet corn, red peppers, avocado, marinated jicama, cherry tomatoes, fresh greens and cabbage tossed with cilantro lime vinaigrette. Topped with Cotija cheese and crispy tortilla strips
Cobb SaladUSD 14.95
Fresh greens, radicchio, arugula, roasted chicken, pepper bacon, avocado, Kalamata olives, Gorgonzola, cherry tomatoes, egg, roasted corn and blue cheese vinaigrette
Seared Ahi Salad**USD 16.95
Spice rubbed and seared rare on mixed greens, arugula and radicchio with red peppers, cucumbers, Napa cabbage, edamame, Mandarin oranges, fresh mango, crispy wontons, cilantro and wasabi ginger vinaigrette
Roasted Chicken Caesar*USD 13.95
Roasted chicken, romaine, arugula, radicchio, grana parmesan, ciabatta croutons, parmesan crisp and Caesar dressing
Brussels Sprouts, Quinoa & Roasted Chicken**USD 14.95
Roasted chicken, brussels sprouts, arugula, quinoa, cranberries, candied walnuts, currants and Asiago cheese with white balsamic and pomegranate vinaigrette
Pork Carnitas Salad BowlUSD 13.95
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
Ahi Poke Bowl* **USD 15.95
Soy marinated Ahi tuna poke, sushi rice, Napa slaw, avocado, carrot, cucumber, pickled radish and jalapeños, fresh mango, daikon, nori, sesame seeds, ginger soy glaze and Thai peanut vinaigrette
Grilled Steak Salad* **USD 17.95
Grilled top sirloin with caramelized pears, Gorgonzola, spiced pecans, red bell pepper, mixed greens, arugula, radicchio and blue cheese vinaigrette

Soup

Beer Cheese
Every day
- CupUSD 5.95
- BowlUSD 8.95
Clam Chowder
Every Friday
- CupUSD 5.95
- BowlUSD 8.95

Sandwiches

Smoked Turkey ClubUSD 13.95
Peppered smoked turkey, maple bacon, pepper jack cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce and chipotle aioli on grilled rustic bianco bread
Green Chili Chicken & AvocadoUSD 14.95
Roasted pasilla chilies, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños, pepper jack, cotija cheese, Napa slaw and chipotle aioli on grilled ciabatta
Spicy Fried ChickenUSD 13.95
Marinated with jalapeño and buttermilk, dusted in spicy flour, crispy fried and topped with chipotle Napa slaw and dill pickles
Classic ReubenUSD 15.95
Braised corned beef brisket, peppered sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and 1000 island on grilled rustic rye
Caprese Chicken**USD 13.95
Grilled chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, vine ripe tomato, spicy pepperoni, sweet pepper tapenade, garlic pesto aioli, arugula and olive oil on grilled ciabatta
French DipUSD 15.95
Slow roasted beef and melted provolone on parmesan crusted ciabatta with rosemary au jus and horseradish cream

Burgers

Cheeseburger*USD 13.95
Choice of cheddar, Swiss or pepper jack cheese, with pickles and burger sauce
Pepper Bacon Cheeseburger*USD 14.50
Choice of cheddar, Swiss or pepper jack cheese, with pepper bacon, pickles and burger sauce
Jalapeño Pepper Jack Burger*USD 14.95
Melted pepper jack cheese, jalapeños, Tabasco onion strings, fresh guacamole and chipotle aioli
BBQ White Cheddar Burger*USD 14.95
Black Butte BBQ sauce, white cheddar cheese, crispy onion strings and garlic aioli
Gastropub Burger*USD 15.95
Gorgonzola infused burger with grilled sweet onion, maple pepper bacon, white cheddar, arugula and horseradish cream
Beyond Burger™USD 15.95
Plant based protein burger grilled with melted cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickles, 1000 Island and served on a toasted brioche bun

Kitchen Specialties

Baja Fish TacosUSD 15.95
With sautéed cod or shrimp, chipotle aioli, cilantro lime slaw, pico de gallo, Cotija cheese and white corn tortillas. Served with Santa Fe bacon black beans
I.P.A. Beer Battered Fish & ChipsUSD 16.95
Lagunitas IPA battered, served with Napa slaw, lemon caper tartar sauce and fries
Classic Mac & CheeseUSD 13.95
Cheddar, jack, Swiss and Parmesan, toasted with bread crumbs
Bacon Mac & CheeseUSD 14.95
Peppered bacon, sweet onions and a five cheese blend, toasted with bread crumbs
Spicy Sausage MacUSD 15.95
Chipotle cream, roasted red peppers, spicy sausage and a four cheese blend, toasted with bread crumbs
Fried Chicken Mac & CheeseUSD 16.95
Cheddar, Jack, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, cavatappi pasta and toasted bread crumbs topped with jalapeño buttermilk fried chicken
Pork Carnitas TacosUSD 15.95
Slow roasted pork, roasted tomatillo salsa, chipotle Napa slaw, Cotija, pickled radish, jalapeño and white corn tortillas. Served with Santa Fe bacon black beans
Kung Pao Chicken**USD 16.95
Spicy soy ginger glaze, peanuts, Szechuan chilies, sambal chili sauce, sticky rice and soy glazed Thai vegetables
Gochujang BBQ Pork & Kimchi Fried Rice*USD 17.95
Boneless Korean BBQ smoked pork, grilled with gochujang sauce, sautéed kimchi fried rice and a fried egg, sunny side up
Szechuan Orange ChickenUSD 16.95
Tempura chicken in garlic ginger orange sauce, scallions, Szechuan chilies, sticky rice and soy glazed Thai vegetables
Braised Pork Belly RamenUSD 17.95
Udon noodles, braised pork belly, bok choy, chopped garlic, roasted corn, daikon, carrot, jalapeño, and soft-boiled egg. Simmered with a savory pork broth
Tuscan Romano ChickenUSD 18.95
Pan seared with pecorino Romano, lemon herb beurre blanc, balsamic marinated tomatoes, garlic Parmesan couscous, fresh basil and seasonal vegetables
Grilled Atlantic Salmon*USD 23.95
Roasted garlic herb butter, fresh lemon and served with jasmine cilantro rice and seasonal vegetables
Grilled Ribeye Steak*USD 33.95
12oz. Center cut ribeye seasoned with our rub, garlic butter and served with grilled asparagus and chef's accompaniment

Pizza

MargheritaUSD 16.95
Roma and cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic, extra virgin olive oil, basil, fresh mozzarella and four cheese blend
Pepperoni & Four CheeseUSD 15.95
Italian pepperoni, Roma tomato sauce and four cheese blend
Pepperoni, Spicy Sausage & ProsciuttoUSD 17.95
A combination of cured Italian meats, Roma tomato sauce and four cheese blend
Blacke Butte BBQ ChickenUSD 16.95
Grilled chicken breast, Black Butte BBQ sauce, red onion, cilantro, fontina, smoked mozzarella and provolone
Chipotle ChickenUSD 16.95
Smoked chicken, roasted corn, black beans, red bell peppers, jalapeño, chipotle tomato sauce, cheddar and jack cheese, cilantro and tortilla strips
The WorksUSD 17.95
Spicy Italian sausage, Italian pepperoni, prosciutto, sun-dried tomato, Mama Lil's peppers, kalamata olives, pepperoncini, Roma tomato sauce, four cheese blend and fresh basil

What 1,152 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

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ColoradoDavid
Denver
49 reviews
vip
4.0
49 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was great as well as service. We had the Edamame, Cauliflower, and Tuna Tower appetizers along with a bunch of burgers. Each burger was cooked perfectly to the temp of the folks in my party including mine, which I like it rare (many restaurants either don't do it, or over cook it). Nice location, although parking can get very pricey if you go across the street.
Thirsty Lion Gastropub – Denver, COResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for dining with us at Thirsty Lion Denver! We appreciate your comments and we are so happy you enjoyed your meal. Come back and see us very soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
38 reviews
vip
4.0
38 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience3
We always make a reservation and are always seated promptly. Service is pretty quick considering how busy they generally are. The only Thing that would make it better is if the service was with a smile. Staff nor management or overly friendly but they are attentive.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service! Food was delicious!
PS
PaulS
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat at the patio by the fountain. It was really nice except for the speaker. It was really loud and it was right by us. Everything else was great.
CS
ChrystalS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 11 June 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Good food and atmosphere for downtown. Service was really slow. Had to flag waitress down several time and the restaurant was not very busy. Would return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Memphis/West TN
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 June 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Great food, friendly staff, bar service a bit slow.
TG
TomG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Music was too loud. Could barely carry on a conversation. Service was outstanding.
SW
SueW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great pre-game go to. Super friendly staff and yummy food and drink.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 May 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Can’t get enough of the bbq pork and kimchi rice! I order this almost every time and it is the best.
JS
JanS
Denver
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on 28 May 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
We always enjoy coming here for better food then other places near by at a reasonable cost.
HC
HaroldC
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 28 May 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Sat outside early. Weather great. Server peefect.
KE
KateE
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 25 May 2022
overall1food3service1ambience2
we had a reservation at 4:15 and tickets to the avs game at 6 but wanted to be there at 5:30, that should have been plenty of time. we got our drink right away and then no service for 30 minutes, we even asked someone to get someone to take our order. the hostess told the waitress who was serving the two tables next to us and she nodded and then did nothing. we finally said we were leaving and asked to pay for our drinks and explained why were were leaving. the manager came over and explained that they were NOT short staffed so this should not happen and he offered to pay for our meal and rush the order since were were now 15 minutes from when we needed to leave. we got our food and then we left. I was more disappointed in the one specific waitress who basically refused to serve us.
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StevenP
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great for brunch and enjoying a meal before the game.
JJ
JenJen
New Orleans
26 reviews
vip
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on 20 May 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
The pretzel was giant and the dipping sauces were good. Although more beer cheese and less of the mustard and pepper jelly would have made more sense. My husband’s orange chicken was pretty good. The French dip sandwich I had was also pretty good. Our waitress was nice. Overall tasty and easy.
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OpenTable Diner
Des Moines
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on 19 May 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food was good but a little heavy on the salt. Our server and host were very nice. It is a young crowd with loud music. It has high energy.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
25 reviews
vip
3.0
25 reviews
Dined on 18 May 2022
overall3food2service3ambience5
The sandwiches were great but I ordered a chicken southwest salad and for the price it was incredibly small and had very little chicken. Maybe two ounces. Not worth the $16 I paid for. The waitress did not know what kind of fish was in the fish n chips. Seems like a basic thing the staff should know.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service!!!
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emmam
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 16 May 2022
overall3food2service3ambience4
food came out cold and was very expensive for a happy hour.
TL
TomL
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 16 May 2022
overall3food2service4ambience4
Very disappointed in the food. I got a southwest chicken salad that had one little slice of avocado and a few small kernels of corn and chicken was dry.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience Great staff and food
C
Charmaine
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was amazing, the food was delicious, and our mimosas were the best tasting that I've had! Passion fruit I think it was. I will be back! Thanks!
SS
SamanthaS
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall3food2service3ambience2
We would go to Thirsty Lion frequently and the food has gone down hill significantly, not worth what we paid.
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bisonburger
Denver
38 reviews
4.0
38 reviews
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Been here lots, our waitress was great but we were sat on the north side in the shade for brunch with air temp at around 59 with wind. Chilly. Plenty of seating on the east side but we were coralled to the north. Strange. Food good, as always, and a predictable menu - you know what you're going to get.
KO
KeithO
New Orleans
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall3food4service1ambience3
Our server was rude and somewhat dismissive and argumentative. Especially to my wife, and considering it was mother's day brunch it seemed very inappropriate. She was also very inconsiderate of my young daughter and nearly pushed her into a table while she was walking back from the bathroom. Didn't say a word.
KC
KC123
Denver
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Service greatly improved. Food is better than in the past. Manager (“Martina McBride”) was very friendly and helpful!
SD
StephenD
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Daniela is a stellar server! Service was outstanding, food was supreme with perfect portion sizes! Really inviting and cozy atmosphere with a horse shoe bar and open kitchen. Great selection of beer and cocktales. Deep comfort food options. Will be back!
T
Tils
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 29 April 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
staff was rude, food allergies were ignored and an allergic reaction occurred, music was entirely too loud
TL
TheaterLover
Denver
155 reviews
vip
5.0
155 reviews
Dined on 28 April 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
We often go to Thirsty Lion on our way to Avalanche games. The staff are always wonderful and the food is certainly upper end for bar food. The Mac n' Cheese if amazing. And the Whisky Apple Crumble is the perfect end to the meal.
MK
MelK
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly attentive staff, great menu, delicious food. Would definitely go again when we’re in the area.
DV
DarrellV
Anchorage
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to eat or have a drink. Before, during, or after a game!
C
Candie
Denver
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on 22 April 2022
overall1food1service1ambience2
I had to send me drink back twice because it hand floating food. Service bad good so so.
H
Heidi
Denver
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on 19 April 2022
overall3food2service4ambience3
Have been going here since it opened . Food quality of food has gone down a bit. Portion sizes have decreased too, but they were probably too big to begin with. Service is good and location is central in LoDo, but would not go out of my way to go here any longer.
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Aranks
Denver
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 18 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect pre-Avs game meal
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall1food3service1ambience4
Service was terribly slow and rude.
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fish
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always good food, good service and great value....
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TheaterLover
Denver
155 reviews
vip
4.0
155 reviews
Dined on 13 April 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
We often eat at the Thirsty Lion before Avalanche Hockey games, so tonight was just another evening on the town. Drinks are always a highlight and the food is definitely upperclass bar food. Tonight we had Jason as our server and he is great, good attitude, fantastic personality. With six more home games we will be back soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on 12 April 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Was decent but service was a little slow
CR
CindyR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cool place good service . Location fun Clean good selection of food and drinks. Walking distance to Ball Arena
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food. Great atmosphere.
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Sherri
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had brunch here before a Sunday afternoon Rockies Game. The staff was friendly and the food was awesome. My husband and I shared the Eggs Benedict and the Irish Whiskey French Toast. I would recommend both of them.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waiting staff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

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Thirsty Lion Gastropub – Denver, CO is rated 4.4 stars by 1152 OpenTable diners.

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