Great food and excellent service, we had a large group and the servers were on top of it. The bill has a QR code that allows for easy splitting of the bill. Super useful for large parties! read more

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Came here for a work event and the food was fantastic! But, quantity was quite low, leaving us wanting more! Came back two days later with my sister and we shared an excellent chicken dinner! Very fresh, hip place with great atmosphere. read more

The food is always solid, the service is friendly, and it's a great place to just hang out, and bring the kids. It has a very backyard feel with corn hole, ping pong, outdoor seating, and chill environment. This place is brutal in the summer (but misters and fans can't touch Phoenix summers), but we love coming here every other season. read more

This was my first time visiting this establishment, what I great first impression! the vibes were really high and it such a great balance of upscale dining meets dive bar. At the time my party arrived there was complimentary valet parking. I thought that was a cool. It was Sunday afternoon the playoffs were on the TV's they had billiards towards the back of the restaurant it was very spacey and well designed. I heard that the menu changes every week? Not quite sure how true that is, but on this particular afternoon I had the chopped chicken. Now to my chagrin I thought I was getting a sandwich only to find out it was actually a salad--that was AMAZINGILY concocted! That was the best salad I ever had hands down so much flavor it was PERFECT. The Brussels were delicious as well I just wish they weren't swimming in a bowl of oil at the bottom of the bowl. My son devoured his chicken so I guess that was also delicious and the cocktail was Devine. There was a lot of us dining we had a rotation of servers and it was a bit long of a wait...waiting for the check, but the experience was worth it. Will definitely be going back read more

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Casual, lively atmosphere with open kitchen bar and patio. Classic American fare with a touch a class. Friendly staff, prompt service read more

Culinary Dropout - Soft Pretzels & Provolone Fondue - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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The gochujang Brussel sprouts are great. I love the texture and the crunchiness. The flavor id say can use a bit more sauce because the flavor is amazingly appealing. It's tangy with a slip of acidity and very fresh (crunchy). The presentation is awesome, there's the illusion of searing but it doesn't taste burnt. Reminds me of a fried wonton in a way.. over all id say 8.2 out of 10. For me I like tasting salt in season maybe I could of added salt but they are great without Order for appetizers, perfect fit!! For my drink I ordered the "Tijuana Spa Water" It was scary for starters ... I heard spicy and thought of a spicy drink but it will not taste like what you think It's a smooth drink with burst of jalapeño flavor but no lasting heat . You can taste pineapple, boardline mint flavor and of course jalapeño zest. The kick sets in from the tequila about 15mins of sip 3 It's a good choice with a partner I recommend eating the jalapeño slice with the pineapple wedge at the end of the drink pretty good Rate drink: 9.2 out of 10 Ps my bartender was great! I felt I had a friend to lend a ear too. read more

Culinary Dropout - Gochujang Brussels Sprouts - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We just arrived from New York and decided to check out this restaurant. I cannot say enough great reviews because of our waiter CJ. He was wonderful . He had wonderful dinner suggestions and also gave us a list of things to do tomorrow while we wait for our tour to start. CJ is the best! We wish you all the best because you are a wonderful server. Thank you for such a fabulous experience! read more

Really tough menu--too many excellent choices. Nice vibe here w comfy couches and outdoor seating. Had their chicken chopped salad--delicious and he had the chicken katsu Sammy with truffle fries--and ate all of it. Our server, jessalyn, was very helpful and attentive. Nice cocktail and wine list. Valet parking (free) except at lunch. These folks know what they are doing and do it well. read more

I took a friend from out of town to the location on seventh Street for Valentine day lunch. The service was exceptional from the valet to the hostess to our server. Food always great! Thank you for setting a great standard for good service in the valley read more

Great food with large portions! I had the fried chicken with mashed potatoes and mac and cheese, and it was pretty much two meals. Paloma tasted great, too! Service was quick, as well. The patio was a great spot to hang out in after a long day. read more

This place is really spacious and has great food and drinks. They have some activities that you and your family or friends can do. The server we had was really friendly and very accommodating. Experience was great, minus parking. You can't park your own car on their lot - it's valet only (it's free for customers though). read more

The drinks were really great and the food was good the service is fast easy and chill place to be at !!!

We went there for dinner tonight. The service was horrible. Glassware and flatware were dirty.

This place is a regular stop for a fun relaxing evening. Play some games, watch sports, or just chill at a table or the bar. You might even hear some music. The food selections are great, there is something for everyone from starters, salads, sandwiches and entrees. Drink specials and variety of beers are fun to try too. I love that the menu and drinks change at least seasonally keeping things interesting. Servers are very attentive and mange to make you feel like you are the only one in the place even if the room is packed. For great fun sit at the bar and meet the bartenders. I especially connect with Bryce and Zach who are super chill and attentive. Great service and very friendly. The valet is a bonus since parking is hard in the neighborhood. The team works hard and manages to bring your car to you with a cool temp even in the heat. (Tip 'em well. They earn it!) Highly recommend Culinary for a fun experience with good food. Wise to make a reservation. read more

Culinary Dropout - Bartender - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Everything about this place was amazing but the thing that put it over the top had to be the exceptional service.

The food was very delicious, and it came out very hot. When walking in, I felt welcomed by the staff, and the place felt like a nice environment to take friends or family out to dinner. I would definitely recommend going to any of the locations. read more

We went in early amonday evening and sat at the bar. The bar had a couple customers but wasn't too busy. We sat for several minutes unnoticed because the bartender was too busy standing at the end of the bar with other employees and customers she knew. Food and drinks were OK but service was lacking. They do a much better job at the Culinary Dropout in Denver. read more

Culinary Dropout - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I wish the chef would have stayed in culinary school to learn how to season food without depending on salt overkill! We ordered the nachos with disappointing salty guac and what Seemed to be canned nacho sauce, ick. The fish and fries were inundated with salt as were the tartar sauce and coleslaw. The waitress was annoying and called my pre med professor, honey, which is infantalizing and ageist! Patio was loud with traffic noise and we should have gone inside, oh well. read more

Love the set up and have been a loyal CD goer over the years. I work in the hospitality industry but also do ride share and always tell people about CD but that will end after last night at 7th Street location As a table of 5 and around a $200 tab I had to say something. We had our first sever who was bubbling with excitement but after getting our drinks she turned us over another server who couldn't care less about our table--- long periods of checking in, taking order, getting refills took for ever on items from the bar , fyi this was a Tuesday night at 830 food was very disappointing to say the least--- like thrown together with either too much seasoning or none-- not CD best effort As we were leaving my wife wouldn't let me say anything to the manager but said send in a review so others know about our experience, she did add CD won't be seeing us again anytime soon Definitely not the CD of old. read more

Went to the Yard/Culinary Dropout last night. And it was busy. Our estimated wait without reservations was an hour and 15 mins. They got us in after about 45 mins. Not too bad. We sat and ordered. The runners for the drinks and food were always lost. I'm not sure if the tables are not numbered or what their system is. But seriously every time they were bringing something out that was for our table they went to 4 others before we waved them down. They close at 12am. But they were cleaning by 10pm and you felt rushed to pay and leave. They were not very tentative after that. The food as good and the drinks were on point. read more

After some light bar hopping we needed a venue open up late with some tasty treats. We were still looking to have some fun and food with a combination of outside activities like corn hole and this venue was a shoe-in. We ended up ordering a round of green tea shots. They were crisp and prompt and exactly what we needed. I know this made be a little odd but one of my girls is addicted to ranch and asked to have a sample. Oddly enough she said it was the best dance ever so of course we had to order a side of fries to properly dip our ranch in. I ordered the steak fritas medium and was not disappointed. The pork belly nachos had a bit of a sweet flavor so if you don't mind sweet meat melodies these nachos are a great choice to share with the table. In addition, we also ordered the fried chicken and even the breast was juicy and tender. I highly recommend the devil eggs they were super yummy and I'm not ashamed to say I did not share them I really appreciated the vibe Good music Lots of smiles Enthusiastic head nods and recognition for fun and people just looking to have a good time Check this place out You'll have a great time read more

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This place is perfect for a group hang out! It has couches, tables, games, and lots of TVs. You can even find stuff for the kiddos to do. Weird pro tip but the wait staff doesn't have any kind of standard dress or name tags so they blend in a little bit but everyone was very friendly and helpful. The pizza was OUT OF THIS WORLD good. The charcuterie... meh, not so much. You don't get very much food with the chef's choice board just as an FYI. I'd also recommend the fondue with the pretzels. Drinks are super fun. I enjoyed the cocktails I tried! The bathrooms are interesting. You walk in and there's a shared hand washing area for both men and women then you can walk into the women's bathroom. And be careful... open the door slowly or you might hit someone. Overall, fun spot and I'd like to come back! read more

Culinary Dropout - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This place was so aesthetically pleasing. Tons of seating and tvs as well. And the menu is pretty large and everything is good!

Culinary Dropout offers a vibrant dining experience with a variety of seating options to suit different preferences, although it can get quite busy at times. There is an option to make reservations so that alleviates some of the wait time and the complimentary valet service adds convenience to the overall experience. Some people actually didn't like that feature. The extensive drink menu caters to various tastes, ensuring there's something for everyone. The menu size is decent and the MAC Burger stands out as a particularly delightful choice. The inclusion of multiple cornhole and ping pong tables adds a playful element to the atmosphere which is great for social events. They have heaters during the winter and fans in the summer which ensures that guests remain comfortable regardless of the season. Culinary Dropout offers a lively and enjoyable setting for dining and socializing, with delicious food, ample drink options and entertaining activities to complement the experience. I would come here in bigger groups and for friends and family that are visiting out of town. read more

OMG so so good and lively! We came while visiting Phoenix/Scottsdale area and our AirBnb host suggested this place. We had to come with our luggage straight from airport and they were able to make room for us. We sat at the bar. The nachos- absolutely amazing. We literally both said they were the best nachos we ever had. Short rib and beans and the best cheese ever. Everything evenly distributed which is most times an issue when ordering nachos! We had other apps and everything was delicious and massive portions! Fairly priced and fun drinks. Attentive bartenders and place was poppin. Highly recommend- it's a massive place and you will be able to get in and get food pretty quickly! If I'm ever back in AZ I will be back here! read more

Culinary Dropout - Nachos - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This was our first time coming here and we were NOT disappointed. The food was absolutely amazing and so was our server. I would definitely recommend for people to come here and taste their delicious food and if you are lucky enough to have Keisha as your server, than you will be served with the sweetest smile and kindest voice. read more

Quick lunch date with a few good friends Michael's with me and is one of them of course and yes that's the IPA he decided to try on a last minute go ahead. He originally had ChurchMusic an Arizona company! He enjoyed the Salmon entree which I tested his risotto for quality assurance and poison control lol it was delicious. I had the Fish & Chips which was deliciously golden fried fish cod it tasted like and omg an nice earthy coleslaw which not usually my type of taste but ummm I ate it all lol so there's that for my taste lol. Our servers was just spot on with his suggestions, delivery timing and all. He was great! My other friend had the MAC burger and fries and oh man oh man he raved and yes his burger is also friend tested quality approved lol casual dress and setting! Loud because we sat on the patio but not to an extent to where we can't hear each other. It's kid friendly and someone was in patio seating with their fur baby. It was nice chillin outside with the heat lamps with nice company. The restrooms were nice too, clean secure and right at walk in. Must come thru here !! read more

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the server Reegan was fantastic. Living up in flagstaff being in the service industry I Know how hard it is to keep up with everything especially here in olde town. Reegan did such a good job paying attentive to us and also being caring and making sure we had a great time. Would go again only to see her! read more

Highly recommend 10/10. The food was amazing, the service was unmatched. You can tell they really care about their customer service and attention to detail for every dish that comes out. My husband chose this restaurant for his birthday. We both ordered the steak frites. The steak was cooked to perfection, we devoured our plates. Also stayed for some drinks and dessert. Don't forget to make a reservation. They do tend to get busy. read more

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Consistently good food Their fish and chips best in AZ I still insist that nobody comes for the live music. The great space and food and service drive this place. Background music is the only thing needed. And NOT loud. Keep it simple and do what you do best. You're trying too hard to do too much. read more

I ordered through door dash which is convenient but you take the risk of a cold meal. I ordered the nachos wings and cheap salad. The salad was lackluster but the nacho was so delicious even half way cold. The only issue is the fatty pieces of pork belly which is left to be desired. Maybe some people like pork belly fat but I don't. The wings were good as well and come with a homemade dressing which compliments it well. Overall I think this is a pretty cool place with great food. I just think I want to dine in next time and turn my four star into a five. read more

Every time I'm in Phoenix I make sure to stop here for dinner at least once. The kale salad with salmon is amazing. Pretzels & provolone fondue: the pretzels were soft and warm, but the cheese wasn't very warm. The heating situation was terrible. The candle was not enough to heat the cheese through the thick material. Onion rings: they were good and the dip was even better. BBQ pork belly nachos: they were good, but not great. Deviled eggs: good, but wish I had a lot more for the price. Crusty bread, garlic oil, and balsamic: DELICIOUS! Marcona almonds: good M.A.C Burger (added egg): delicious! Just had to add some pepper and a little salt to it. This place is pretty good & I cannot wait to go back! read more

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Very cute spot, we had our girls fantasy football draft brunch here. Service was excellent, food was good but nothing to sing about. It was kind of annoying to have to do valet for brunch when there's a completely unfilled parking lot. And everything was drastically overpriced!! read more

Culinary Dropout - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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A very cool place! Great vibe and very cool menu! Definitely a higher end food place but with a very casual vibe! Outdoor seating and super comfy indoor seating! Great bar and craft drinks! Got the pretzel with fondue geese, chopped chicken salad and the fried chicken! All of it was fresh and delicious! The prices are fair for the quality and portions you get! Outstanding service and the atmosphere is great! Definitely will be back! read more

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Great vibe. Out of everything we ordered the nachos were probably my favorite. They employees were nice and accommodating (I asked for a different table as the high set chairs weren't comfortable for me). This wouldn't necessarily be a place I would come for dinner too often but it's definitely a nice happy hour/after work place. read more

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We only tried some appetizers... we actually only wanted to try the pretzels. After seeing on instagram. Well, they did not disappoint. My only recommendation would be a little more salt. But the flavor is out of this world. The chips and onion rings were tasty. Hope to get back some time and try more. read more

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MUST GO TO SPOT! The Cheese Fondue pretzels were excellent. The drinks and waitstaff made the entire experience special. I would highly recommend this spot. read more

First time visiting, was looking for a great burger place and cocktail. Order pub burger was incredible, tasty and perfectly cooked. Service was incredible and drinks were superb. I highly recommend and look forward to coming back and trying other dishes. Happy hour 2-5pm, read more

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Friendly service. Great area. Mediocre food Pretzel appetizer was very good and then downhill from there Custom drinks are very solid I had the shrimp Caesar salad which was heavy on the kale and the shrimps were popcorn style very deep fried and not as much fish inside My guest had the chicken pesto and it was soggy and not very tasty. My other guest had the chopped chicken salad and she described it as bland Loud and vibrant atmosphere i would try the entres if we ever returned. They sounded more intriguing read more

It's a very busy place so see if you can get reservations. We came while visiting from Ca. For a GCU night. Saturday night 5:40 was going off. Not a huge menu but we all found something and enjoyed our meals. We split a chopped salad and French dip and they split it for us and it was good portions. The nachos were huge and everyone enjoyed them. I liked my red wine and hubby enjoyed his beer. Another in our group had the Paloma and ordered a second so it must have been yummy. Also, enjoy the games to be played- ping pong, corn hole and more read more

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