The service was amazing our server CJ did a really good job on explaining the different types of food. It was my first time and he helped a lot. read more

Cj was our waiter. He was phenomenal and took very good care of us. Loved our experience.

CJ was an incredible server. He made A++ food recommendation and made sure my son and I had the best dinner experience EVER. The spicy bacon wrapped shrimp and spicy Tuna were to die for. My son has the Mongolian spare ribs which were some of the best I've had. And the pasta was . Finished off the night with 2 deserts that hit the spot. Can't wait to come back on Saturday for brunch with CJ. read more

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It was just ok, I'm actually kind of bummed that we left the other spot after sunset (drinks and apps) to have dinner here bc the other place was SO GOOD but we heard (and read) that Culinary Dropout was a must do. I'd skip it next time. The place was packed, they were out of a lot (including glassware), and the food was just ok- some of the items were even NOT good. Not worth the drive into town, not worth a wait if they're on a wait, and I'd skip on my next visit. read more

Out of state relative was staying at the Phoenician and Culinary Dropout was a easy dinner. Party of six, no reservation. Hostess, great. We were sat immediately and approached by our waiter for drinks. Service is really the only reason for more than one star. Ordered the pretzels to share with non-alcoholic drinks all around. They do have great pretzels. Recommend. Entrees ordered. Two short ribs, one chicken katsu, one burger, one 36 hr pork ribs, a turkey Pastrami. Food took about 15 minutes. Average wait time. They were busy. The food fell short on all levels. Katsu had way to much hoisin sauce, it was sickly sweet and couldn't be scraped off because the slaw had mixed in. Only positive was the bread was grilled perfectly and the thin chicken breast crispy. Pork ribs void of any flavor other then the sauce. They were very tender. Another positive. Burger, average, short ribs, again way to sweet and bok choy very hard to chew. Pastrami was good. The fries on all entrees so over cooked they were hollow on the inside and basically shattered when bitten. Culinary Dropout used to be a great affordable dining option. It now just feels like an overpriced, hyped up chain experience. Which I guess it is since Fox Restaurants sold to Cheesecake Factory. So many other dining options in the area. If you are looking for drinks and starters with good service, this is the spot. Pass on the entrees. read more

Culinary Dropout - The fries were so overcooked they were just a hard hollow shell. - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Culinary dropout did not disappoint and was very busy even for a weekday. They had live music and a fun crowd. We were able to get a seat at the bar. I recommend the pretzels and fondue. We also shared the prime rib dip and they even gave us separate plates with everything split in half. read more

Culinary Dropout - Shaved Prime Rib Dip* in half - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Walked in with a party of five and we sat outside with no wait. It was a very cute restaurant and our server was attentive and nice! My friends got the Paloma spritzers and enjoyed it, the white sangria was also delicious. The main kicker was my friend's turkey pastrami sandwich with a pretzel bun, omg so yummy!!! I got the spinach and strawberry salad with chicken which would've been a knockout but it oddly enough has a LOT of romaine in it? And hardly any spinach ... but doesn't say that on the menu so that's odd but it was still good! Lots of dill leaves too. Still yummy, I'd go again! read more

Culinary Dropout - Strawberry and spinach Salad and Turkey Pastrami Sandwich - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I just stopped for a beer with a friend and it was delicious. Service at the bar was quick to follow up. Ambiance was eclectic cool. read more

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This is generally okay food but at ridiculous prices. Let's assume that there's a premium for location but this is well above that premium. Ellen was our server and she was fantastic, in fact the best part of our experience. We ordered the Caesar salad with chicken ($7 up charge) and the turkey pastrami sandwich with fries and two waters. A glass of cola was more than $5. The portions weren't generous (see the pictures) and each was just okay. The pastrami was mostly flavorless and the main flavor came from the slaw. The Caesar was nicely garlicky with a rather small amount of chicken. Our bill with tip was over $55. Yeow! One other thing worth mentioning is that as you'd expect , parking can be a challenge. read more

Culinary Dropout - Caesar salad with $7 worth of chicken - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Such a great vibe in Scottsdale! I love the indoor/outdoor bar vibe and we hit it when there was live music which made it even better. The drinks were great and servers were awesome. read more

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Our group really enjoyed our first visit to Culinary Dropout. We tried a variety of dishes and everything was truly delicious. The kitchen clearly knows what they're doing, and the "fashionably grunge" vibe of the place makes for a fun, energetic atmosphere. However, it is definitely on the more expensive side. For our small group of friends, the bill came to $300 before tip. While the quality of the food and the cool Scottsdale Quarter environment are top-notch, it's certainly a "splurge" spot rather than a casual weekly hangout. Great for a celebration or a fancy night out, just be prepared for the price tag! read more

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Trinity, the hostess was great. We arrived an hour early for our reservation of 8 at 6:00 pm. and had 2 elderly people with us. We thought they would just have us wait in the bar, but Trinity was kind enough to seat us. She also made sure we had comfortable chairs for my mom and her friend. Lucy the waitress is fantastic. She had great recommendations. The Endless summer margarita is great. The little Mez Daisy is not my favorite, but I should've known that when I ordered it and she said it had Mezcal, so that's my own fault. Around the table we had the Mongolian ribeye cap, meatloaf, fish and chips, the MAC burger, and a couple of other things. EVERYTHING was fantastic. No one had any complaints about any of the food. As it got busier, of course, it was louder and more difficult to hear everyone around the table, but that's to be expected. Will definitely come back!! read more

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Went here for a lunch with a group of 16 for my bachelor party. The waiters were very attentive, the food and drinks were excellent and everything came out smoothly for our big group. Would definitely recommend coming here! read more

Dined at Culinary Dropout Easter Sunday while visiting with friends. Truly enjoyed our server, CJ as he greets us with a warm welcome and detailed recommendations, along with Nicole who made some for activities in the area. We enjoyed the weather on the patio. We ordered the whipped feta dip (super tasty along with the side of bread). I loved the kale and butternut squash salad, I added salmon. It was cooked to the perfect temp making the entire meal fulfilling. I would visit again. read more

Culinary Dropout - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Love the name. Love the vibe. Enjoy cocktails on the patio! Good rocks too. Take your visitors. Right across from Fashion Square. read more

Culinary Dropout - Western Spirit Museum - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

First time at this location. Walked across from the mall parking about 4pm on a Sunday. The hostess got us seated outside and let us know we had to be done by 630p for a reservation. I like that she was upfront and she got us seated quickly. We were hungry as hell lol Rib cap was so good. I've had it at a the Tempe location and it didn't disappoint here. Also tried the spicy rigatoni which was good but probably won't order that again. It was too sweet for me. Sauce was good sausage was what I think made it sweet. Waiter was attentive with our waters and the check. Pigs in a blanket were so yummy! Juicy piggies and flakey blankey. The ambiance is upscale but still relaxed. It has that industrial-chic vibe with warm lighting, a cute chandelier outside, and a busy bar that makes it feel lively but not overwhelming. read more

This was me and my family's first time and it was so good! The food and drinks were amazing and we were so full after. Our waiter CJ was super sweet and always made sure we were good the whole time! The place also super aesthetic and casual! 10/10 recommend! CJ also let us know there was another location in CA closer to us so we will definitely be visiting. read more

Our server CJ is the man!! Greatest service! We watched the World Cup got drinks and good food!

I ordered the wings, and the server mentioned there would be 10, but only 7 came. I thought they were a bit undercooked and politely asked if they could be cooked a little more--not asking for anything free or a replacement--but was told, "they're like this because of the blood vein; it's normal to see a little pink." It made me feel a bit silly, like I didn't know what I was talking about. He didn't offer to replace them or do anything until I was left sitting there awkwardly, and then asked if he could "do anything," which I had literally just told him. The steak and frites were okay, and the beers weren't bad, but the whole interaction left a sour taste in my mouth. Atmosphere-wise, it's lively and fun--lots of groups hanging out, and the outdoor mist fans are a nice touch for cooling down. read more

Culinary Dropout - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Relaxed, slightly upscale restaurant near Scottsdale Old Town presenting also live music, for example, during Saturday brunch at 11am-2pm. I ordered a brunch item with slow cooked pork, fried potatos, and sunny side up egg. It came with a grill-warmed flour tortilla, and it was all good, as was the coffee. Although there was no specialty coffees such as cappuccino, nor hot chocolate, we enjoyed throughout listening to a great, small band playing country rock. Noting that this place can be rather crowded, we agreed that our prior table reservation was a very good idea. Friendly service and decent prices. We will be back soon. read more

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Fun spot for cocktails and a cool vibe. Entire wait staff is attentive and engaging. The craft cocktails are delicious and unique. One of the best espresso martini's I've had. The food is delicious and they have an excellent happy hour menu. Get the crispy shrimp rice appetizer. You won't be disappointed. The 36 hour ribs were delicious! read more

This is a fun and lively restaurant. Its great for groups. The steak frites is phenomenal. It was cooked a perfect medium rare and the black truffle butter was a nice touch. Id definitely order that again. The fries were crunchy and flavorful. The Brussels sprouts were fantastic. Service was great, even with it being a large group. Can't wait to enjoy that steak again. read more

Culinary Dropout - Steak frites - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Had the best dinner here. All items were delicious and ambiance was amazing but the best part was the service. Shout out to CJ who was the best!!! Knowledgeable and fun. Thanks for making this trip to Scottsdale that much better. read more

We had a 8 hour layover in Phoenix and stopped by for a late lunch to relax. CJ took GREAT care of us! food was OUTSTANDING!

Great meal before heading back to California. So glad we decided to come to this location. CJ made our dining journey even better. From his perfect recommendations to his pleasant smile and attentiveness to us. My kids can be a mess and a little needy and CJ took care of them before I had to hear them whine. Much appreciated To Culinary Dropout and CJ. The setting is great for families. A date night or a group of friends looking for a great meal. Ask for CJ and enjoy the meal. read more

Culinary Dropout - Monkey Bread thanks to CJ. - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

As some of you already know I'm deadly allergic to all peppers, especially chiles. We got seared outside at a high top, such a lovely day for it. My friends ordered the Salmon ( nothing left over !), the other person ordered the Mongolian beef, which I couldn't taste. I ordered the fish & chips, feeling safe with my choice. Sadly for me, the batter had...yep, red pepper in the batter. First bite I knew the fish had chili of some type. Service from Abby was really good, nice personality, and attentive. Great combo and high ten to her! So I couldn't eat my fish & chips because the first bite set my mouth on fire. I asked Abby if there was any chili peppers in the batter: yes, there were red peppers. Ok so I didn't complain but did explain my allergy and why I carry either a necklace or a wrist band with my conditions. Abby was understanding, and then Kyle, the general manager, came out to our table. I explained my allergy and he was very pleasant and understanding too: I was going to order the meatloaf but was warned it had peppers.. I never want to be a problem but with an allergy as severe as mine is, I have to be extra careful here in AZ. Kyle was really nice, coming out to talk with me and understood my situation; so we went through some dishes and in the end I ordered fries with only salt. (Very good fries! ) Both dishes ordered by my friends looked amazing, I wish I could've tasted both :) It was a nice satisfying lunch, we were all satiated and happy with the orders and the cocktails we all had. I can't thank Kyle enough for taking the time to come over and discuss my food options. Abby was so nice and friendly too: great combo in service! I know we'll be back read more

Culinary Dropout - The Fish & Chips - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Favorite restaurant where my husband and I can always have delicious food and drinks. Culinary dropout is always our go to restaurant for date night but this time we decided to try this location for the first time and it was amazing. Cj went above and beyond to make our night special. We felt a little guilty about going an hour before closing we told ourselves we'd make it quick but regardless of the time CJ made sure everything came out perfect. Our same usual go to dishes and drinks were made so extra special this night. read more

When you have people in town, where do you take them? We always find a way to come here because it's a fun atmosphere and everyone seems to find something on the menu they like. We like all the locations, but our favorite time to go is during restaurant week because it's a great deal to try multiple things on the menu and have dinner with friends. They have the best charcuterie and pretzel bites. Trust me! If you like to gamble a few bucks and don't mind drinking crappy beer, they have a "brown bag" beer option that's a mystery. We never order that because it's something we're not quite young enough for anymore (palate is more refined), but we think it's fun when others do. Who doesn't like a mystery! Service is usually great and no complaints there. read more

The service was great ! CJ was attentive and suggestions were on point ! The ambience was great as well ! The food was really good and flavorful ! Definitely will return again ! read more

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We had been to the Culinary Dropout in Tempe before and I loved their cocktails, so as we were walking through Scottsdale Fashion Square, I was excited to see that they had a location right outside the mall where we could take a quick break. Their Paloma Spritz just hit the spot! Our server CJ was so so friendly! Super attentive and so on top of everything. He even surprised us with their Monkey Bread dessert for our anniversary even though we were just stopping in for drinks and some snacks. read more

Culinary Dropout - Monkey Bread dessert with vanilla bean ice cream - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I'm seemingly hooked on the Dropout! Fried Chicken is best! Parked in the garage again; this place is hoppin'! read more

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Gabby was awesome Highly recommend the place Great pretzel and fondue was great Fried chicken was a great touch with the mashed and gravy definitely worth the wait My son is 11 and he ordered the cheese burger rare it came so we'll done he couldn't eat it so be careful on tempature Gabby was a great host and server she took the time with my child even though it was very busy...wish I had her at my place read more

First of all, when you enter this restaurant, you will notice it is almost empty. There is a reason. We ordered the fish and chips which turned out to be mostly bread and salt and very little fish. The coleslaw side was very scant and the french fries were covered with so much salt and grease to make them not edible. Skip this place. read more

Second time here and the atmosphere is definitely fun but loud. Our waiter I could barely hear when he was mentioning menu items, so we just smiled and selected something per our interests. Toddler ordered (shockingly) the Mac and cheese which was actually delicious. It came with a side of apple slices which he devoured. Husband ordered the MAC Burger and said it was a 7.5/10 because it wasn't extraordinary but also wasn't the worst. I ordered the fried chicken plate, the chicken was fried just enough that the skin was very crispy. I loved the seasonings they used in the chicken skin. The mashed potatoes were very chunky though, and food wasn't freshly hot. The amount of chicken you get is quite a lot and I didn't touch the coleslaw because I'm not a fan of it. My favorite part was the biscuit, it was soft and not dried out at all! I'd give the plate a 7/10. read more

Service: CJ amazing, friendly, good pacing even though he got a little busy at the end Food: decent, mains were most impressive Beverages: evil jungle princess - yes Ambience: loud but cozy interior (weird but true) There were a ton of large parties which was weird to me, it seems more like a place for younger ppl to go with a date? But maybe they get priced out?? If I go back I'd probably go on a mid-afternoon for a tipple and a treat to avoid the crowds and actually enjoy the space... read more

Had a great first experience at Culinary Dropout, which just happened to be the day they released their new menu! First, Ava was the BEST waitress! She was so friendly and funny, knew that new menu like the back of her hand, and had the best food recommendations! I got the chicken katsu which was so addicting - no one at my table was even talking because they were enjoying their food. Definitely stop here for lunch! read more

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The wait was long but having live music made it alright. The Brussels were amazing ! It took a little longer than expected for the food to come out but they were busy. Food was off the charts good ! read more

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Great vibes and decent bar type food. A group of friends came here for late lunch around 3 PM surprisingly still pretty packed. Culinary dropout is located near Scottsdale Mall, has a cool bar vibe with table and high top seating. We got the pretzels to share ($17) and I got the breakfast bowl ($14). The pretzels were warm and cheese sauce wasn't overly spicy, nothing special. My breakfast bowl was good portion the chipotle yogurt was a bit spicy and filling. Overall service was friendly and vibe is poppin. Would love to try the burgers my next visit. read more

Culinary Dropout - Pretzels - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Katie was an amazing server. She suggested a delicious cocktail and the crispy tacos with salsa, black beans, and the best coleslaw. I was really impressed. We enjoyed the patio seating and live music as well. read more

The ambiance was great! It was nice, cozy, romantic, and clean. The staff was very knowledgeable and attentive. We really enjoyed the Brussel sprouts and warm bread as our appetizers. The Korean ribeye was savory and spicy. Lots of flavor and the mushrooms paired well. The steak frites came with truffle butter and it was very enjoyable. Both were perfect portions. Will definitely be back! read more

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