The Thirsty Koala - Astoria

They were out of the only vegan item, but made us some modified items.

The place is too small for a music band, we had to speak loudly to one another making the evening uncomfortable

I live near the place and they make amazing food, no doubt, the people that work there are amazing people and the location and decor are spot on. ... But tonight they had a live music act... PLAYING BILLY FING JOEL. Yecch... That is all, I wanted to complain of their musician's horrible Playlist. The restaurant is spot on banging.

Absolutely amazing! My partner has celiacs and this is his favorite gluten free restaurant he has ever been to. In fact, I believe everything on the menu is GF or can be made gluten free. As someone who is not restricted and can eat gluten, I absolutely loved all of the meals as well and couldn't tell that the food was gluten free. The ambience is great as well, there was a live band playing on a Friday night when we went in, and the service is great. They proactively asked if we had any allergies and they were attentive to us. They have a happy hour as well, which I believe is from 4-7. Me and my partner will 100% be returning as it's close to us and the food is fantastic.

My boyfriend and I wanted to try this place because they have mostly seed oil free options. Additionally, I recently went plant based while my bf still eats meat, so it’s not been easy for us to eat out together (especially considering almost every restaurant ever has seed oils! The Thirsty Koala absolutely exceeded our expectations!! I got the vegan option for the gnocchi with truffle cream sauce. Out of this world!!!!! One of my favorite dishes I’ve ever ordered from a restaurant. My bf got the mango chicken with rice. I tried the rice and was stunned at how delicious and unique the flavor was. He really enjoyed his meal also. (It’s so rare we’re BOTH satisfied eating out! Our server was so kind and attentive. I told her I wanted a drink besides water, but nothing with alcohol. She made me a delicious mocktail with basil, cucumber ginger beer. Overall it was such a pleasant experience for 2 people that barely eat out because of the stress obstacles involved. I felt happy, relaxed satisfied, which is honestly what going out should always feel like (or like, what would the point be?! I would go back in a heartbeat recommend 1000 times over.