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The Thirsty Koala

Alcohol, Australian
3512 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105
(917) 905-1381
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Beer Battered Wild Alaskan Cod - GLUTEN FREE DAIRY & SOY FREE

2 pieces of Beer Battered Wild Alaskan Cod with your choice of side (gluten, dairy and soy free)

$20.50 +

Jail Island Sesame Salmon (all entrees include a side) - GLUTEN FREE - DAIRY FREE

Pan braised skin-on salmon filet, mixed citrus, tamari, honey, fresh ginger garlic, toasted sesame with braised boy choy. (contains seeds, gluten free, dairy free) A portion of the salmon sales go towards the re population of wild Atlantic salmon in the Bay of Fundi.

$25.00 +

Organic Pasta of the Day Fusilli Bolognese (GF)

Today's pasta is organic, gluten free Fusilli Bolognese. Freshly made marinara sauce, beef, tomato, celery, carrots, garlic, onions, cream, shallots, tomato, salt & pepper, fresh herbs topped with shaved parmesan. (A vegan pasta option is available upon request)

$16.50 +

10 oz Grilled Australian Skirt Steak(Gluten Free) (all entrees include a side)

Pasture fed skirt steak with roasted Cipollini onion, bordelaise. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale. (Gluten Free)

$29.00 +

Buttermilk Fried Half Chicken (Gluten Free) (Joyce Farms) (all entrees include a side)

Pastured buttermilk fried chicken breast, wing, thigh, drumstick. Comes with your choice of garlic mash, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale, maple glazed pumpkin, or truffle fries (gluten free, contains dairy, soy free)

$25.50 +

Chicken Marsala (Gluten Free) - Pan Braised (Joyce Farms) (all entrees include a side)

Pastured boneless chicken breasts, Portobello mushroom, marsala wine reduction. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale (contains dairy, gluten free, soy free)

$19.00 +

**New** Pastured Beef Short Rib Barbacoa Tacos

Four gluten free tacos, pastured, slow cooked beef short ribs barbacoa style with just the right amount of heat, sweet and smoky, served on soft artisanal corn tortillas, pico de Gallo, fresh cabbage, caramelized cippolini onions, guacamole, coriander aioli and fresh cilantro (Gluten-free)

$17.50 +

The Todman Avenue (all sandwiches include a side)

Grilled pastured chicken marinated in our house made asada, with cheddar, avocado, bib lettuce, sliced fresh tomato, sliced red onion.

$15.50 +

The TK Fried Chicken Burger ( all burgers include a side)

Senat Farms chicken breast dredged in our special flour blend fried and finished with our spicy aioli, kimchi and house made pickles, served on a brioche bun (Halal, gluten free prep available)

$15.50 +

Classic Grass Fed Beef Burger (all burgers include a side)

Australian bush tucker seasoned Niman Ranch beef, topped with kimchi aioli (mayo based sauce), blistered cipollini onions, onion ring, fresh bib lettuce, sliced fresh tomato, sliced fresh red onion, house made Zuni pickles. Ketchup and sweet chili sauce served on the side. Served on freshly baked brioche bun. Comes with your choice of side.

$15.50 +

Cocktails, Wine & 12oz Beer (Cans) & Beer by the Glass, High Noon and Cutwater Seltzers & Ciders (Must be 21 to Purchase)

Draft Beer by the Glass 16 oz.

Must be 21 to purchase. 1 of our great draft beers by the 16 oz. plastic glass. Please choose your selection.

$5.00

Beer by the Bottle - Coopers Pale Ale

Must be 21 to purchase. 12.7 fl. oz. Coopers Brewery Pale Ale from South Australia. No additives no preservatives.

$7.00

Beer - UFO White/Wheat 12oz can

Must be 21 to purchase. UFO White/Wheat 4.8% 12oz can.

$5.00

Beer - Lions Stout 12oz can

Must be 21 to purchase. Lions Stout 8.8% 12oz can.

$6.00

Beer - Montauk Cold Day IPA 12oz can

Must be 21 to purchase. Montauk Cold Day IPA 6.7% 12oz can.

$6.00

Beer - Harpoon IPA 12oz can

Must be 21 to purchase. Harpoon IPA 6% 12oz can.

$5.00

Beer - Founders All Day IPA 12oz can

Must be 21 to purchase. Founders All Day IPA 4.7% 12oz can.

$5.00

White Wine by the Glass 8 oz.

Must be 21 to purchase. 8 oz. plastic glass of wine available. Please choose from our great selection of wines.

$7.00

Koala-Peno Margarita House Tequila

Must be 21 to purchase. Tequila, Chacho, Grand Marnier, lime, agave.

$10.00

Coco Pomm Margarita House Tequila

Must be 21 to purchase. Coconut, pomegranate syrup, tequila, fresh lemon.

$10.00

Lime Margarita House Tequila

Must be 21 to purchase.

$10.00

The Dingo House Whiskey

Must be 21 to purchase. Whiskey, Chambord, agave, lemon, cilantro.

$10.00

Gingeroo House Gin

Must be 21 to purchase. Gin, ginger beer, cucumber, lemon, basil.

$10.00

High Noon Vodka and Watermelon Hard Seltzer Gluten Free 100 Calories

Must be 21 to purchase. Vodka with real juice and sparkling water. 4.5% ABV, 355 ml.

$7.00

Cutwater Canned Cocktails

Must be 21 to purchase. Various canned cocktails by Cutwater Distillery.

$7.00 +

Beer by the Bottle Greens Gluten Free Blonde Tripel Ale

Must be 21 to purchase. 1 pint, 0.9 fl. oz,. 500 ml. naturally gluten-free - Blonde Tripel ale.

$10.00

Beer by the Bottle Greens Gluten Free India Pale Ale

Must be 21 to purchase. 1 pint, 0.9 fl. oz. 500 ml. Naturally Gluten Free India Pale ale.

$10.00

Champagne by the Glass 8oz

Must be 21 to purchase. 8oz plastic glass of Jean Pierre Brut Champagne from South Australia Created with a blend of more then one vintage, from wines in South Eastern regions of Australia. Very pale straw appearance with aromas of fresh cut lemon and subtle green apple surrounded by rising dough. A generous mousse reveals a quite tight and complex palate of fresh buttered toast and a citrus freshness. This sparkling champagne is dry, and light in body.

$9.00

Froze Cocktail

Must be 21 to purchase. 16 oz. of rose, rum, pineapple, orange, passionfruit, ginger beer.

$15.00

Apple Sauce'd (Frozen)

Must be 21 to purchase. 16 oz Apple Cider, Apple Jack, Whiskey, Fireball, ginger beer, fresh lemon juice, cinnamon.

$15.00

Frozen Pumpkin Spice

16 oz pumpkin, espresso, oat milk, seasonal spices, vodka, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur. Must be 21 to purchase.

$15.00

Frozen Spiked Lemonade (Vodka)

Must be 21 to purchase. A 16oz frozen vodka spiked lemonade

$12.00

Frozen Coco Pomm Margarita House Tequila

Must be 21 to purchase. 16 oz. of frozen margarita made with tequila, coconut, pomegranate syrup, fresh lemon.

$12.00

Aperol Spritzer

Must be 21 to purchase. Proseco, aperol, fresh orange, splash of soda.

$10.00

The Jack Frost Frosty House Vodka Frozen Cocktail

Must be 21 to purchase. Our 16 oz. frosty is sure to cool you down with vodka, curacao, lemon, ginger, pineapple and coconut.

$15.00

High Noon Vodka and Pineapple Hard Seltzer Gluten Free 100 Calories

Must be 21 to purchase. Vodka with real juice and sparkling water. Tastes like escaping to a Tahitian over-ocean cabana. 4.5% ABV 355 ml.

$7.00

High Noon Vodka and Black Cherry Hard Seltzer Gluten Free 100 Calories

Must be 21 to purchase. Vodka with real juice and sparkling water. A juicy burst of flavor that’s a little tangy and a little sweet, always bubbly and bright. 4.5% ABV, 355 ml.

$7.00

High Noon Vodka Grapefruit Hard Seltzer Gluten Free 100 Calories

Must be 21 to purchase. Vodka with real juice and sparkling water. A fan-favorite. Fizzy, slightly sassy, refreshing with a touch of citrus. 4.5% ABV, 355 ml.

$7.00

Cider by the Bottle Strongbow Gold Apple Hard Cider

Must be 21 to purchase. 11.2 fl. oz. Gold Apple Hard Cider.

$6.00

Cider by the Bottle Crispin Pacific Pear Hard Cider

Must be 21 to purchase. 12 fl oz. bottle of Crispin Pacific Pear made from freshly pressed American Pears.

$6.00

Bon and Viv Spiked Seltzer Mango Gluten Free 90 Calories

Must be 21 to purchase. Mango Spiked Seltzer using select ingredients including purified water and natural fruit flavors to create the 4.5% alcohol and a clean, crisp taste. With no barley or wheat, sugar and gluten-free. 355 ml. 90 calories.

$7.00

Shiraz by the Bottle the Opportunist Barossa Valley Estate, AU

Must be 21 to purchase. An aromatic bouquet of ripe fruits, cherries and blackcurrants,with notes of freshly ground coffee, dark chocolate, peppermint, licorice and subtle pepper. Thick and smooth with good balanced fruit weight.

$20.00

Bon and Viv Spiked Seltzer Lemon Lime Gluten Free 90 Calories

Must be 21 to purchase. Lemon Lime Spiked Seltzer using select ingredients including purified water and natural fruit flavors to create the 4.5% alcohol and a clean, crisp taste. With no barley or wheat, sugar and is gluten-free. 355 ml. 90 calories.

$7.00

Beer by the bottle Coopers Extra Stout

Must be 21 to purchase. 12.7 fl. oz. Coopers Brewery Extra Stout from South Australia. No additives - no preservatives.

$6.00

Wines - Bottles (Must be 21 to Purchase)

Merlot by the Bottle the Little Penguin

Must be 21 to purchase. Smooth as diving into the sea, this. Australian Merlot is a deep, brilliant red. Fleshy ripe strawberries and juicy blueberries entice the palate into a meandering river of black fruits and spice. The palate is soft and stylish with superbly ripe Merlot fruit, leading to a long, sweet finish.

$20.00

Merlot by the Bottle - Oyster Bay NZ

Must be 21 to purchase. This is full of rich plum and damson fruit on the nose. Oak used is unobtrusive on the palate which is dominated by rich red berry flavors while also presenting subtle earthy nuances. The wine is elegant and silky with a long finish.

$25.00

Cabernet Sauvignon by the Bottle Jealous Bitch

Must be 21 to purchase. A vivid and bright wine with plenty of lime zest, meyer lemon and melon notes.

$25.00

Pinot Noir by the Bottle Geisen

Must be 21 to purchase. Marlborough, New Zealand. A vibrant red cherry, bramble, earthy nuances and warm spiced Pinot Noir. Silky, smooth, supple and well-structured.

$25.00

Pinot Noir by the Bottle the Little Penguin

Must be 21 to purchase. South Eastern Australia. The Little Penguin Pinot Noir is ruby red in color, with aromas of strawberries and tart cherries, with pleasant earth undertones. These flavors continue on a smooth and supple palate with warm toasty vanilla notes that linger on the finish.

$20.00

Pinot Grigio by the Bottle the Little Penguin

Must be 21 to purchase. The Little Penguin Pinot Grigio is pale straw in color. The nose shows bright floral aromas of citrus and lemon peel, which are followed by a round, tropical fruit driven palate. Flavors of fleshy pineapple dominate, with light touches of spice, balanced by a crisp, clean finish.

$20.00

Pinot Gris by the Bottle Geisen

Must be 21 to purchase. Marlborough, New Zealand. This Pinot Gris entices you with fresh pear, peach and nuances of almond meal. Rich fruit with a touch of creaminess and subtle spice leads into a lively, off-dry finish.

$25.00

Sauvignon Blanc by the Bottle Oyster Bay

Must be 21 to purchase. Marlborough, New Zealand. Aromatically bright, featuring notes of green pineapple, crushed nettle, apple, freshly crushed mint, with tropical undertones. Textural mid-palate, fruit sweetness and a finished balance with a clean dry edge and persistent flavor on the finish.

$25.00

Sauvignon Blanc by the Bottle Matua

Must be 21 to purchase. Marlborough, New Zealand. A distinctive and aromatic Sauvignon Blanc, delivering bright and lively gooseberry and passion fruit characters with a hint of lime. The palate is well proportioned with refreshing tropical flavors that linger on the seductive finish.

$25.00

Chardonnay by the Bottle the Little Penguin

Must be 21 to purchase. South Eastern Australia. This tasty wine has starlight brightness with light straw hues. The nose is refreshingly tropical with hints of melon and Hawaiian pineapple leading into fresh chardonnay fruit.

$20.00

Rose, Matua

Must be 21 to purchase. Refreshingly fruity, this Rosé is like a sip of summer! It's packed with deliciously ripe summer fruits. We're talking fresh strawberries, mandarin and a hint of cranberry flowing through to a crisp, dry finish.

$20.00

Jean Pierre Brut - Champagne by the Bottle

Must be 21 to purchase. Created with a blend of more then one vintage, from wines in South Eastern regions of Australia. Very pale straw appearance with aromas of fresh cut lemon and subtle green apple surrounded by rising dough. A generous mousse reveals a quite tight and complex palate of fresh buttered toast and a citrus freshness. This sparkling champagne is dry, and light in body.

$35.00

Cabernet Sauvignon by the Bottle the Little Penguin

Must be 21 to purchase. 750 ml. bottle. South Eastern Australia. This little guy is just bursting with bright, jammy berry flavors. The palate is soft with a smooth, pleasant finish.

$20.00

Shiraz by the Bottle the Little Penguin

Must be 21 to purchase. South Eastern Australia. The Little Penguin Shiraz shows dark berry fruit aromas with hints of mocha, spice and earthiness. The wine is full of blackberry and plum flavors that flood across the palate with notes of spice and cocoa. This is a medium bodied wine with a soft elegant finish.

$20.00

Sauvignon Blanc by the Bottle Geisen

Must be 21 to purchase. Marlborough, New Zealand. Aromatically bright, featuring notes of green pineapple, crushed nettle, apple, freshly crushed mint, with tropical undertones. Textural mid-palate, fruit sweetness and a finished balance with a clean dry edge and persistent flavor on the finish.

$30.00

Brunch

The Brekkie Sanga (Sandwich)

Folded eggs, cheddar cheese, with applewood bacon, Canadian bacon or turkey sausage, Kewpie mayo, and ketchup on a toasted brioche bun. (gluten free prep available)

$10.00 +

Two Eggs Any Style

Two eggs any style served with your choice of home fries, shoe string fires served with sourdough toast

$10.00 +

Lemon Myrtle Ricotta Hot Cakes

Hot cake stack made with organic Australian lemon myrtle, ricotta served with fresh berries and whipped cream. Gluten Free

$11.00 +

Corn and Jalapeno Fritters Benedict with Spinach

3 corn fritters served with three poached eggs, spinach, and hollandaise, avo salsa, rocket served with toast, hash or hand cut fries.

$13.50 +

Corn and Jalapeno Fritters Benedict with Canadian Bacon

3 corn fritters served with three poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and hollandaise, avo salsa, rocket served with toast, hash or hand cut fries.

$15.50 +

Corn and Jalapeno Fritters Benedict with Smoked Nova Salmon

3 corn fritters served with three poached eggs, smoked Nova salmon, and hollandaise, avo salsa, rocket served with toast, hash or hand cut fries.

$17.50 +

Pain Perdu (French Toast)

French toast made with our freshly baked croissants, fresh seasonal fruit, bananas and chocolate drizzle. Gluten free available upon request

$13.00 +

The Drover Omelette (you choose your 5 favorite meat or cheese fillings)

For meat and cheese lovers. Choose your five favorite fillings from the list.

$14.50 +

The Veg Out Omelette (you choose your 5 veggie/cheese fillings)

For veggie and cheese lovers. Choose your favorite five fillings from the list.

$12.50 +

The Lot - Omelette

When you like your omelettes chock a block. Choose your favorite fillings.

$16.00 +

Sheep Shearers Breakfast

3 eggs served any style, choice of Canadian bacon, applewood bacon, sausage or chorizo, grilled tomato, served with toast, hash or hand-cut fries and two pikelets.

$15.50 +

Fresca 3 Egg Omelette

3 egg omelette, spinach, house-made ricotta, shallots and roasted garlic served with toast, hash or hand cut fries.

$12.50 +

Spicy 3 Egg Omelette

3 egg omelette, chorizo, jalapenos, pico de gallo, manchego cheese, salsa verde, served with toast, hash or hand-cut fries.

$13.75 +

Kalimera 3 Egg Omelette

3 egg omelette, house made goat cheese, prosciutto, basil and kalamata olive tapenade served wtih toast, hash or hand-cut fries.

$16.00 +

LSA Bowl (Flaxseed, Sunflower Seed, Almonds

Served with Greek yoghurt or vegan organic coconut yoghurt, organic nigella seeds, house made granola, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, almonds, honey or agave and fresh seasonal fruit. (Gluten Free)

$11.50 +

Wattle Seed Waffle

Our waffle is made with organic Australian wattle seed and buckwheat served with vanilla ice cream, fresh seasonal fruit, maple syrup and cinnamon. (Gluten Free)

$9.50 +

Steak and Eggs

3 eggs served any style, pastured skirt steak, grilled tomato, served with toast, hash or hand-cut fries. (gf prep available)

$17.95 +

Starters

Akudjura Earth Chili Bowl

Akudjura Earth Chili Bowl Portobello mushroom, non-GMO organic edamame and black beans anchor this vegetable centric chili, with Australian akudjura and walnuts served with grilled bread(vegan, dairy free, gluten free when bread is excluded or gluten free bread is selected, contains soy, nuts)

$7.50 +

Soup of the Day - Mums Chicken Soup

Freshly made daily our pastured chicken with vegetables and herbs soup. Just like mum makes. It is served with grilled bread. Can be prepared gluten free.

$7.50 +

Soup of the Day - Green Split Pea (Vegan)

Butternut squash, onion, salt & pepper, freshly made vegetable broth Served with grilled bread. Can be prepared gluten free.

$6.50 +

Crispy Fried Calamari

Crispy Fried Calamari served with fresh lemon, house made sweet chili & Thai basil yoghurt sauces on the side. (gluten free/dairy free)

$14.50

Mini Australian Beef Pies and Fries

(3) House made mini pastured beef pies wrapped in puff pastry served with fries, ketchup and house made sweet chili sauce

$14.50

Thea's Meatballs

Thea’s Meatballs prepared with pastured beef, garlic, onions, tomato and herbs, served with Thai basil yoghurt and gremolata (gluten free, soy free and dairy free without the Thai basil yoghurt, contains egg)

$13.50

Halloumi Fries

Halloumi Fries flash fried Cypriot halloumi cheese, fresh lemon, clover honey, toasted sesame seeds, garden mint (gluten free and soy free)

$12.50

Grilled Australian Herb and Wattleseed Crusted Lamb Lollies - Appetizer size

Our award winning Australian grass fed and grass finished lamb lollies appetizer served with caramelized pumpkin & arugula. Appetizer size serving is (2) two lamb chops Gluten free. Nut free

$21.00 +

Mozzarella Sticks (Gluten Free)

Flash fried fresh mozzarella cheese - gluten free (contains dairy)

$12.50

10 Habanero Wings (GF, Contains Dairy)

Ten butter basted chicken wings with our habanero pepper dry rub

$11.50

Corn and Jalapeno Fritters

Corn and Jalapeno Fritters sweet corn, Manchego cheese, onion and jalapeno served with mesclun, mango, red onion (gluten free and soy free, vegetarian, contains egg and sheep dairy)

$12.50

Truffle Fries (Regular)

Hand cut fries, white truffle oil, Parmesan, garlic, fresh herbs

$7.50

Truffle Fries Sweet Potato

Hand cut sweet potato fries, white truffle oil, Parmesan, garlic, fresh herbs

$8.50

Soup of the Day (Vegan) - Yellow Lentil

Freshly made with yellow lentil, carrots, celery, onion, vegetable stock, fresh herbs. Served with grilled fresh bread. Can be prepared gluten free

$6.50 +

Soup of the Day -Vegetable (Vegan)

Freshly made vegetable stock, zucchini, potato, celery, carrots, onions, salt, pepper & fresh herbs. It is served with grilled bread. (Can be prepared gluten free)

$6.50 +

Soup of the Day - Potato and Red Pepper (Vegan)

Red peppers, potato, carrots celery, onion, garlic, oregano, salt & pepper, vegetable stock. Served with fresh grilled bread. (vegan, GF available on request)

$6.50 +

Soup of the Day (Vegan)-Yellow Lentil

Yellow lentils, carrots, onions, celery, garlic, herbs, vegetable stock (Vegan, Gluten Free Prep Available upon Request)

$6.50 +

Soup of the Day (Vegan) - Butternut Squash

Freshly made vegetable stock, butternut squash, fresh herbs, salt & pepper. Served with fresh grilled bread

$6.50 +

Soup of the Day - Potato Zucchini

$6.50

Soup of the Day - Roasted Cauliflower (Vegan)

Roasted cauliflower, onions, shallots, vegetable stock, salt and pepper. Served with grilled fresh bread. (A gluten free prep is offered upon request)

$6.50 +

Mussels in Red Sauce with Crouton

$15.00

Mum's Chicken Tortilla Soup

Freshly made with pastured chicken with vegetables, celery, onion, beans, fresh jalapeño, corn, cheddar cheese. It is served with grilled bread. Can be prepared gluten free and jalapeños and cheddar can be omitted upon request.

$7.50 +

Australian Sausage Rolls

Australian Sausage Rolls minced pastured beef, pork, pork belly, shallots, and fennel seed wrapped in delicate puff pastry (three)

$13.50

Crescent Farms Duck Wing Drumettes

Crescent Farms Duck Wing Drumettes pomegranate, chili glaze, toasted sesame seeds (gluten free and soy free)

$12.95

Grilled Spanish Baby Octopus

Grilled Spanish Baby Octopus romesco, kumquat, crispy garbanzo (gluten, dairy, and soy free)

$15.00

Prosciutto Wrapped Sea Scallops

Prosciutto Wrapped Sea Scallops, celeriac, Persian cucumber, tomato, gremolata (contains dairy, gluten free, and soy free)

$17.95

CINCO DE MAYO NACHOS

House made tortilla chips, pico de Gallo, guacamole, jalapeño, corn, black beans, our Three Cheese Sauce, sour cream and fresh cilantro

$11.00 +

Soup of the Day -Butternut Squash (Vegan)

Butternut squash, vegetable stock, onions, shallots (gluten free prep available upon request)

$6.50

Entrees

Eggplant "Parma" (all entrees include a side) - GLUTEN FREE

Eggplant “Parma” breaded garden eggplant, fresh mozzarella and ricotta, shallot, onion, garlic, Pomodoro, fresh basil. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale (vegetarian, contains dairy)

$19.00 +

Roasted Stuffed Acorn Squash (Gluten Free) - can be prepared vegan (all entrees include a side)

With ragu of cauliflower, tomato, zucchini, eggplant, carrots, red pepper, celery, garlic, onions, Dodonis feta and fresh herbs. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash (vegetarian), lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale (can be prepared vegan)

$19.00 +

Beer Battered Wild Alaskan Cod - GLUTEN FREE DAIRY & SOY FREE

2 pieces of Beer Battered Wild Alaskan Cod with your choice of side (gluten, dairy and soy free)

$20.50 +

Jail Island Sesame Salmon (all entrees include a side) - GLUTEN FREE - DAIRY FREE

Pan braised skin-on salmon filet, mixed citrus, tamari, honey, fresh ginger garlic, toasted sesame with braised boy choy. (contains seeds, gluten free, dairy free) A portion of the salmon sales go towards the re population of wild Atlantic salmon in the Bay of Fundi.

$25.00 +

Organic Pasta of the Day Fusilli Bolognese (GF)

Today's pasta is organic, gluten free Fusilli Bolognese. Freshly made marinara sauce, beef, tomato, celery, carrots, garlic, onions, cream, shallots, tomato, salt & pepper, fresh herbs topped with shaved parmesan. (A vegan pasta option is available upon request)

$16.50 +

10 oz Grilled Australian Skirt Steak(Gluten Free) (all entrees include a side)

Pasture fed skirt steak with roasted Cipollini onion, bordelaise. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale. (Gluten Free)

$29.00 +

***New***Du Breton Farms Pork Baby Back Ribs (All entrees include a choice of a side. Gluten Free)

Half a rack of succulent baby back ribs seasoned with our Aussie BBQ spices and finished with our yuzu kosho for the perfect balance of savory heat and sweet.

$24.00 +

Buttermilk Fried Half Chicken (Gluten Free) (Joyce Farms) (all entrees include a side)

Pastured buttermilk fried chicken breast, wing, thigh, drumstick. Comes with your choice of garlic mash, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale, maple glazed pumpkin, or truffle fries (gluten free, contains dairy, soy free)

$25.50 +

Chicken Marsala (Gluten Free) - Pan Braised (Joyce Farms) (all entrees include a side)

Pastured boneless chicken breasts, Portobello mushroom, marsala wine reduction. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale (contains dairy, gluten free, soy free)

$19.00 +

Pan Roasted Chicken Breasts (Gluten Free) (Joyce Farms) (all entrees include a side)

Joyce Farms Pan Roasted Chicken pastured pan-roasted boneless chicken breasts served with grilled mango, avo salsa, pan jus, fresh herbs. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale (gluten free, soy free)

$19.00 +

Grilled 8 oz Black Angus Filet Mignon (Gluten Free)

Served with lemon, garlic and herb roasted fingerling potatoes, French beans with dill butter, and Bordelaise.

$40.00

Organic Three Cheese Elbow Mac and Cheese (Gluten Free)

Organic gluten free elbows with our three cheese sauce. Cheddar, American, Manchego, Cream, Salt & Pepper, fresh herbs topped with gluten free breadcrumbs (Choose a side)

$16.50 +

Grilled Whole Boneless Branzino

Whole headless, boneless fish, with gremolata.

$25.00 +

Seafood Paella (Gluten Free)

Cod, day boat scallops, whitewater mussels, squid, and jalapeño chorizo over rice. (gluten free)

$24.00 +

Australian Sea Bass Filet Amandine

Pan baked Barramundi (sea bass) filet topped with almonds, with a citrus and white wine butter sauce, shallots, capers, and herbs

$25.00 +

DuBreton Bush Tucker Braised Pork Belly (all entrees include a side)

DuBreton pork belly seasoned with our Australian bush tucker BBQ blend and braised in our house made citrus ginger chili glaze. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale. (Gluten Free)

$24.50 +

Vegan Moussaka

Portobello and vegetable ragu baked in with eggplant and smashed potato topped with our non GMO organic tofu “béchamel.”

$14.50 +

Joyce Farms Buttermilk Fried Half Chicken (Gluten Free)

Pastured buttermilk fried drumstick, breast, wing and thigh with sweet potato fries and charred kale (Gluten Free)

$25.50

Salmon En Papillote (all entrees include a side)

Jail Island skinless salmon filet baked in parchment paper with sun dried tomato, Feta cheese, kalamata olives, fresh garlic, oregano, olive oil, lemon. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale. (Gluten free, contains dairy) A portion of the sales go toward the repopulation of wild Atlantic salmon in the Bay of Fundi.

$25.00 +

"Tonight's Special" Moussaka

Eggplant, zucchini, "Beyond Meat" ragu, cassava béchamel (vegan, gluten free)

$17.00

*****New *****Fish of the Day - Grilled Spanish Octopus

hummus, Greek salad, and your choice of a side

$28.00

Crispy Skin Australian Sea Bass with a Lemon, Butter, White Wine, Shallots, Capers, and Herb Sauce

$26.00 +

Darling Harbor Street Tacos

***NEW*** Vegan Tacos (Vegan & GF)

Four gluten free tacos with Akudjura earth chili prepared with portobello mushrooms, carrot, celery, jalapeno, black bean, non GMO edamame (soy beans) , onions, garlic, Australian Akudjura (bush tomato), spices, finished with cilantro, walnuts, vegan aioli and charred salsa verde, served on Tortilleria Nixtamal's artisanal corn tortillas (Gluten Free & Vegan)

$13.50 +

**New** Pastured Beef Short Rib Barbacoa Tacos

Four gluten free tacos, pastured, slow cooked beef short ribs barbacoa style with just the right amount of heat, sweet and smoky, served on soft artisanal corn tortillas, pico de Gallo, fresh cabbage, caramelized cippolini onions, guacamole, coriander aioli and fresh cilantro (Gluten-free)

$17.50 +

Fish Tacos

Four gluten free pan-seared, non-breaded, wild Alaskan cod tacos served on Tortilleria Nixtamal's artisanal corn tortillas, avocado salsa, cabbage, coriander aioli, charred salsa verde and fresh cilantro (Gluten Free)

$17.50 +

Darling Harbour Street Steak Tacos

Two gluten free tacos, 100% Australian pastured fed hanger steak made to order, served on Tortilleria Nixtamal's artisanal corn tortillas, pico de gaillo, fresh cabbage, peppers, cilantro, caramelized onions and chipotle aioli. (Gluten-free)

$16.50 +

Darling Harbour Street Fish Tacos

Two gluten free tacos, pan-seared, non-breaded, wild Alaskan cod served on Tortilleria Nixtamal's artisanal corn tortillas, pico de gaillo, fresh cabbage, avocado, daikon, cilantro and coriander aioli. (Gluten Free)

$16.50 +

Vegan Tacos

Four gluten free tacos, Akudjura earth chili served on Tortilleria Nixtamal's artisanal corn tortillas, prepared with portobello mushrooms, carrot, celery, jalapeno, black beans, non GMO edamame (soy beans) fresh coriander, garlic, Australian akudjura (bush tomato), spices, charred salsa verde, walnuts, cilantro. (Gluten-free, vegan, contains nuts).

$13.50 +

Darling Harbour Street Baby Spanish Octopus Tacos

Two gluten free tacos, grilled baby Spanish Octopus, served on Tortilleria Nixtamal's artisanal corn tortillas, pico de gaillo, fresh cabbage, avocado, daikon, cilantro and coriander aioli. (Gluten Free)

$16.50 +

Grilled Chicken Tacos

Four gluten free tacos, pastured grilled chicken made to order, served on Tortilleria Nixtamal's artisanal corn tortillas, avocado salsa, fresh cabbage, caramelized onions, chipotle aioli, charred salsa verde and fresh cilantro (Gluten-free)

$15.50 +

Salads and Bowls

Thirsty Koala Caesar Salad

The Thirsty Koala's own Caesar salad, fresh lettuce, marinated grape tomatoes, house made baked croutons parmesan cheese, and our home made Caesar dressing. (Pictured with Grilled Chicken)

$11.00 +

Kale "Golden" Salad

Kale, beets, red onions, granny smith apple, house goat cheese, pepitas, champagne vinaigrette (vegetarian) (GF)

$10.50 +

Arugula "Good Onya" Salad

Arugula, mesclun, tomato, red onion, Persian cucumber, seasonal fruit, ricotta, avocado, balsamic vinaigrette (vegetarian) 11.50

$11.50 +

G'Day - Quinoa Salad

Organic quinoa, meslcun, zucchini, tomato, roasted squash, avocado, orange, toasted alomonds, balsamic vinagrette, (gf) vegan

$12.50 +

Heaps Good - Quinoa Salad

Organic quinoa, charred kale, kimchi, avocado, pomegranate, grilled halloumi cheese, fresh herbs, extra virgin olive oil

$14.50 +

Quinoa & Cauliflower "Fair Dinkum"

Organic quinoa, cauliflower, arugula, tomato, red onion, avocado, sriracha tahini dressing (contains seeds, vegan)

$14.50 +

House Side Salad

Mesclun, tomato, Persian cucumber, mango, champagne vinaigrette (vegan)

$7.50

Greek "Melbourne

green leaf lettuce, tomato, Persian cucumber, red onion, Dodonis feta, olives, pickled roasted red pepper, red wine vinaigrette (vegetarian) (GF)

$11.50 +

TTK Spinach

Baby spinach, red onion, persian cucumber, strawberries, dukkah, raspberry vinagrette (gf, vegan, contains nuts)

$11.50 +

Sandwiches

The TTK Cheese Steak

Pastured smoky Philly steak with mozzarella, cheddar, red bell peppers, caramelized portobello mushrooms and cippolini onion, and fresh herbs. Comes with your choice of side.

$17.50 +

The Todman Avenue (all sandwiches include a side)

Grilled pastured chicken marinated in our house made asada, with cheddar, avocado, bib lettuce, sliced fresh tomato, sliced red onion.

$15.50 +

The Bondi II

Avocado and Dodonis feta smash, heirloom tomato, grilled eggplant, walnuts, smoked paprika, fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil (vegetarian, vegan without the feta, contains nuts) 12.50

$12.50 +

The Diablo Dog

One 100% wagyu beef hot dog, topped with pico de Gallo, fries, short rib beef barbacoa, Dodonis feta, watermelon radish, fresh cilantro, ketchup, kewpie mayo and BBQ sauce. .

$12.00 +

The Diablo Wagyu Dog

Our wagyu beef hot dog, loaded with lo and slow barbacoa beef, pico de Gallo, fries, Dodonis feta, watermelon radish, fresh coriander, ketchup, Kewpie mayo and our yuzu kosho diablo aioli. (Gluten free prep available)

$16.00 +

Burgers

The Bonzer Cheese Burger (all burgers include a side)

Australian bush tucker seasoned Niman Ranch beef, cheddar cheese, bacon, blistered cipollini onions, house made pickles, kewpie mayo and ketchup, served on freshly baked brioche. Comes with your choice of side.

$17.50 +

The TK Fried Chicken Burger ( all burgers include a side)

Senat Farms chicken breast dredged in our special flour blend fried and finished with our spicy aioli, kimchi and house made pickles, served on a brioche bun (Halal, gluten free prep available)

$15.50 +

Classic Grass Fed Beef Burger (all burgers include a side)

Australian bush tucker seasoned Niman Ranch beef, topped with kimchi aioli (mayo based sauce), blistered cipollini onions, onion ring, fresh bib lettuce, sliced fresh tomato, sliced fresh red onion, house made Zuni pickles. Ketchup and sweet chili sauce served on the side. Served on freshly baked brioche bun. Comes with your choice of side.

$15.50 +

Grilled Beyond Burger (all burgers include a side)

GRILLED “BEYOND BURGER” leaf lettuce, heirloom tomato, Zuni pickles, spicy cheesy viz, portobello, blistered cippolini, club roll. Comes with your choice of side. (vegan, SF) ,

$14.75 +

Aussie Grass Fed Beef Burger with the Lot (all burgers include a side)

Australian bush tucker seasoned Niman Ranch beef, grilled pineapple, Canadian bacon, fried egg, house made pickled beet root, topped with kimchi aioli (mayo based sauce), blistered cipollini onions, fresh bib lettuce, sliced fresh tomato, sliced fresh red onion. Ketchup and sweet chili sauce served on the side. Served on freshly baked brioche bun. Comes with your choice of side.

$17.50 +

Australian Grass Fed Beef Sliders

3 sliders. 100% Australian grass-fed beef, topped with chipotle aoili and caramelized shallots. Served on a brioche bun, including our sweet chili sauce & ketchup on the side.

$10.50 +

Free-Range Chicken Sliders

3 sliders. Free-range chicken breast, topped with Chipotle aoili and caramelized shallots. Served on a freshly baked brioche bun. Our sweet chili sauce and ketchup on the side.

$8.50 +

Free-Range Chicken Burger

Free-range grilled chicken breast, topped with akudjura remoulade (mayo based sauce), caramelized shallots, fresh bib lettuce, sliced fresh tomato, sliced fresh red onion. Ketchup and sweet chili sauce on the side. Served on a freshly baked bun. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale

$13.50 +

Free Range Chicken Burger with the Lot

Free-range chicken breast, grilled pineapple, Canadian bacon, fried egg, beet slaw, topped with akudjura remoullade (mayo based), caramelized shallots, fresh bib lettuce, sliced fresh tomato and sliced fresh red onion. Ketchup and sweet chili sauce served on the side. Comes with your choice of fingerling, garlic mash, lemon myrtle rice, hand cut fries, side salad, or charred lemon kale.

$15.50 +

Grilled Kangaroo Burger

Grilled Kangaroo patty, goat cheese, house made pickle, caramelized onion, kimchi aioli, brioche (gluten free prep available, patty contains egg whites, garlic and shallots) Kangaroo is a very lean meat with no fat it is recommended to be cooked medium rare or medium at maximum

$21.00 +

NEW ****Wagyu Diablo Dog

Wagyu beef hot dog, topped with pico de Gallo, fries, barbacoa beef, Dodonis feta, watermelon radish, ketchup, habanero yuzu kosho aioli, and cilantro, choose of side (gluten free prep available)

$16.50 +

Sides

Shoe string fries (vegan)

$6.00

Sweet potato hand cut fries (vegan)

$7.00

Garlic mashed potato (vegetarian)

$6.00

Maple glazed pumpkin (vegan)

$7.00

Grilled seasonal vegetables (vegan)

$6.00

Pasta of the Day - Side (Fusilli White Truffle Sauce) - Gluten Free

A side of the pasta of day (GF) - Todays pasta Fusilli in a White Truffle Sauce - Portobello mushrooms, baby spinach, cream, shallots. garlic

$7.25

Charred lemon kale (vegan)

$6.00

Charred Lemon Kale with Feta (vegetarian, contains dairy)

$7.00

House side salad

Mesclun, tomato, Persian cucumber, mango, champagne vinaigrette (vegan)

$7.50

Gluten Free Roll

$3.00

Dinner Roll (contains gluten)

$1.25

Home fries (vegan)

Hand made potato home fries made on the premises for brunch

$6.00

Lemon Myrtle Rice

Lemon myrtle, Maui onion, currants, walnuts, dill (gf, vegan, walnuts are optional).

$6.50

Sauteed Asparagus

Sauteed with olive oil and shallots

$7.00

Australian lemon myrtle rice (vegan) Contains Nuts

Nuts are added on top of the rice. If there is a nut allergy then please request NO NUTS

$6.00

Lemon Herbed Fingerling Potatoes (vegetarian contains dairy, vegan prep available)

$6.00

Desserts - All House Made

Salted Caramel Slices (Gluten Free)

Coconut shortbread, caramel, dark chocolate, and sea salt. Three pieces.

$7.00

Koala Chocolate Truffle

Serving of two chocolate mousse truffles topped with dark chocolate served with a side of vanilla ice cream topped with chocolate syrup.

$8.00

Pavlova (Gluten Free)

A light, fluffy meringue cake topped with fresh cream and seasonal fruits with a passion fruit syrup. Gluten-free.

$8.00

Key Lime Mousse (Vegan & Gluten Free) (N)

Avocado whipped with fresh key lime juice, organic sugar and a raw walnut crust topped with fresh passion fruit syrup. Gluten-free and vegan. Contains nuts

$8.00

Lamington (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

A light, fluffy yellow cake with a thin layer or strawberry jam, rolled in chocolate, buttercream and coconut.

$8.00

Flourless Chocolate Mousse Cake (Gluten Free)

Our house made rich and velvety flourless chocolate cake served with berries and cream. Gluten-free. Contains dairy and eggs

$8.00

Triple T (Tiramisu)

Australia's iconic chocolate and caramel cookie crumbled and soaked in our delicious espresso and rum syrup, marscapone crema topped with freshly whipped cream.

$9.00

Sticky Date Pudding (Gluten free)

Freshly made, moist sponge cake with finely chopped dates topped with a toffee sauce and a side of vanilla ice cream Gluten Free

$8.00

From Our Sweet Koala Bakery - All House Made Slices Of Cake

Baked Apple Tart (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Made with Granny Smith apples on top of a brandy filling and home made shortbread crust drizzled with a brandied maple sauce

$7.50

Chocolate Raspberry Slice (Vegan and Gluten Free)(Limited Time Only)

Chocolate and raspberry swirled together for a delicious slice.

$6.50

Gingerbread Slice (Vegan and Gluten Free)(Limited Time Only)

Gingerbread spice and everything nice, satisfy your craving for the season.

$6.50

Cinnamon Pecan Cake/Slice (Vegan and Gluten Free) - contains nuts

Our cinnamon pecan cake is moist and delicious. Gluten Free

$6.50

Chocolate Peanut Butter Mayhem Cake/Slice (Vegan and Gluten Free)

Rich dark chocolate with swirls of peanut butter. Gluten free and vegan, contains nuts

$6.50

Lemon Myrtle Poppy Seed Cake/Slice (Vegan and Gluten Free)

Moist lemon poppy seed cake finished with native Australian lemon myrtle icing. Vegan and Gluten Free

$6.50

Pumpkin Walnut Spice (Vegan and Gluten Free) - Contains Nuts

A delicious moist cake with pumpkin and crunchy walnuts

$6.50

Blueberry Chai Crumb (Vegan and Gluten Free)

$6.50

Wattleseed Apple Crumb Cake/Slice (Gluten Free)

Moist base made with Australian wattle seed topped with thinnly sliced fresh apples and buttery crumb. Gluten free.

$6.50

Vanilla and Lavender Iced Lemon Herb Slice (Vegan and Gluten Free)

Our lemon cake with turmeric, thyme flowers, sage, and lavender will blow you away. We procure our beautiful herbs from The Astoria Tea Company. Show them some love.

$6.50

Hot Cross Buns (Gluten Free)

A holiday classic with currants and bits of candies lemon and orange. Best served warm from your oven or microwave.

$6.50

Banana Macadamia Nut Cake/Slice (Vegan and Gluten Free)

Our tropical banana macadamia nut cake, so moist and delicious. Vegan and Gluten Free. Contains nuts.

$5.00

ANZAC Biscuit (Gluten Free Contains Dairy)

Australia's nod to the oatmeal cookie. (Gluten free contains dairy)

$4.00

Currant Scone (Gluten Free Contains Dairy)

Our flaky, buttery currant scone is perfect with tea or a flat white. Great anytime. (Gluten free, contains dairy)

$4.00

Cheddar Scone (Gluten Free Contains Dairy)

This savory snack is full of flavor with cheddar, onion, garlic and fresh herbs. (Gluten free, contains dairy)

$4.50

Pumpkin Spice Slice (Vegan, Gluten Free, Nuts)

Our moist pumpkin spice cake topped with walnuts.

$6.00

Koala Kids (12 and Under)

Kid's Grilled Pastured Chicken Breast Strips

Served with fresh hand cut fries or mashed potatoes. Also includes a choice of ice cream or fresh seasonal fruit. (Gluten free)

$9.50

Kid's Australian Pastured Beef Sliders

Served with fresh hand cut fries or mashed potatoes. Also includes a choice of ice cream or fresh seasonal fruit.

$9.50 +

Kid's Australian Pastured Chicken Sliders

Served with fresh hand cut fries or mashed potatoes. Also includes a choice of ice cream or fresh seasonal fruit.

$9.50 +

Koala Kids Mac and Cheese of the Day

Gluten free, organic, contains dairy

$9.50

Sauces and Dressings

Coriander Aioli

Gluten free. Made on the premises.

$2.00

Chipotle Aioli

Gluten free. Made on the premises.

$2.00

Kalamata Tapenade

Vegan and gluten free. Made on the premises.

$3.00

Sweet Chili

Gluten free. Made on the premises.

$2.50

Thai Basil Yoghurt

Gluten free. Dairy based. Made on the premises.

$2.50

Mole

Our south of the border sauce made with morita, ancho and chipotle chilis. Made on premises. (gluten free, contains onion and garlic)

$2.50

Charred Salsa Verde

Avocados, chargrilled tomatillos and habaneros are the base of our delicious green sauce. Made on premises. (Gluten Free, Vegan)

$2.50

Balsamic Vinaigrette (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Made on premises.

$2.00

Champagne Vinaigrette (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Made on premises.

$2.00

Red Wine Vinaigrette (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Made on premises.

$2.00

Cesar Dressing (Gluten Free, Contains Dairy and Egg)

Made on premises.

$2.00

Lemon Myrtle Pesto (Gluten Free, Contains Dairy, Nuts)

Fresh, bright and green. Made on premises.

$3.00

Aussie Coffee (Toby's Estate Espresso and Filtered)

Freshly Brewed Coffee

$3.00

Flat White

$5.50

Latte

$5.50

Australian Iced Coffee

A shot of Toby's espresso mixed with milk, ice cream and topped with whipped cream and cocoa powder - an Australian classsic

$5.00

Australian Iced Chocolate

Milk, chocolate syrup, ice cream and topped with whipped cream and cocoa powder.

$3.50

Iced Tea

Iced Tea - please request sweetened or unsweetened

$3.00

Organic Teas Assorted Styles

$3.00

Espresso Short Black

$3.50

Double Espresso

$4.75

Cappuccino

Please special request whole milk, skim milk, almond or soy milk

$4.75

Flat White

Please request either whole milk, skim milk, almond milk or soy milk

$3.25

Cafe Latte

Please special request whole milk, skim milk, almond or soy milk

$4.25

Macchiato

$3.75

Double Macchiato

$4.75

Australian Iced Coffee

An Australian favorite a shot of black cat espresso mixed with milk, ice cream, topped with whipped cream and cocoa powder

$4.75

Nescafe Frappe

$3.25

Frappuccino

$4.95

Fruit Smoothie

Made with your choice of two seasonal fruits, no dairy. Please call the restaurant for our current selection of seasonal fruits.

$4.75

Cortado

$3.75

Hot Chocolate

$3.00

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate

$3.50

Chai

$3.25

Organic Handcrafted Beverages

Maine Root Organic and Australian Bundaberg Bottled Sodas

Flavors available Orange, Lemon Lime, Mexicane, Root Beer, Ginger Beer

$3.50

Sparkling Water

$2.25

Bottled Water

$1.25

Lemon Lime and Bitters

Australia's favorite non-alcoholic mocktail.

$2.95
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About The Thirsty Koala

  • 3512 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105
  • Alcohol, Australian, Coffee and Tea, Dessert, Dinner, Eclectic, Fine Dining, Gluten-Free, Hamburgers, Healthy, Kids Menu, Lunch Specials, Organic, Salads, Sandwiches, Seafood, Steak, Vegan
  • (917) 905-1381
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