Very very disappointed. I had seen so many good reviews and had heard a lot of good things about this place, but did not have a good experience myself. I got the southwest breakfast bowl and it was 90% mushy back beans 9% rubbery egg white and like a minuscule sliver of zucchini. Not impressed. My husband got the smokehouse hash, and said there as barely any pork in it and it was mostly grilled onions. His wasn't nearly as bad as mine however. read more

Kyle was an amazing bartender! Great conversationalist. Also, we had a great time chatting with Jordan. He gave exceptional service! Can't wait until he can wait on us as a server. read more

Food was absolutely delicious but what was over the top was our waiter CJ!!! There were 10 of us and he catered to our every need! He was kind and delightful. He made the dining experience perfection! He anticipated our needs and made our lunch so memorable. We will be back asking for him! read more

Wow! Amazing food and service that exceeded our expectations! Two to Mango drink is to due for! Prime rib dip and famous ranch did NOT disappoint! Turtle cheesecake was the bomb! Thanks Christopher "CJ" for the experience! Definitely coming back! read more

SO LOUD. If you want tasty food with a side of tinnitus, this is your place. Nobody likes loud music when they're trying to have a conversation, so why must you be like this? read more

Cute brunch spot we dropped in to on the way to the airport. No wait for the Sunday brunch crowd. We wanted the fried chicken, but didn't have a lot of time to wait. We got the bloody mary with a slice of bacon and a ginger/cabernet drink with the word don in title. I got the yesterday's soup which was broccoli and cheese with chicken, my husband got the turkey sandwich which was also great. The service was great and our waitress was so nice and informative. I also like how the waitresses wore their own clothes, no uniforms made it seem very personal and relaxing just hanging out with friends. read more

Chill atmosphere and great bar food. Service is usually always great but on some busy nights they fall behind. Experience is still enjoyable and can't hurt that the check isn't very large at all read more

The decor in this place is pretty amazing lol, from what I'm told by my party who compared it to the other location that's located in downtown ASU in Tempe, this one is pretty fancy! Been cravin' a burger all day so I got The PUB Burger and a Pom Mule. We also ordered the pretzel bites w/cheese and I could honestly eat a whole basket of those soft pretzels and cheese by myself! Loved it, the atmosphere is pretty lax, music is loud (which was fine with me!), space is open, we had a really great time hanging out while eating lunch here! But since I live in Tempe, I would probably hit up their location over here more than I would in Scottsdale :) read more

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The food here is top notch. Everything is made with care, the bread, the balsamic glaze. Delicious anything you get. Our server was Christopher who made the the whole experience amazing. He was on top of everything and did it with a smile. Checked on us multiple times throughout our dinner and gave amazing recommendations. We sat outside and it was very cozy with heaters and a plant wall lining our backs to block out the street, making it feel more intimate. Overall great experience! read more

Husband and I went for lunch on a very busy Sunday and we were promptly seated, greeted, and served waters to start. The entire experience from start to finish was absolutely wonderful. Our waitress, JACKLYN was awesome and kind, even made some recommendations for a mocktail to accommodate (this may seem small to most, but I can't have alcohol and at other restaurants I'm usually given a weird look for even asking, so that was very appreciated)! We both ordered things that we normally don't tend to like because we were up for something new and everything we saw coming from the kitchen looked delicious, so we felt "can't go wrong". Literally everything that was brought to our table was delivered piping hot, or perfectly chilled respectively lol with a smile that felt genuine and was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is laid back but at the same time I don't feel out of place dressing up for a nice date. Thank you for a great experience. We rarely get time together to go out and treat ourselves and we look forward to coming back with friends! (: read more

The restaurant was nice, the staff was friendly but the food was meh. The drinks weren't that good either.

Christopher at Culinary Drop Out was amazing. So attentive, and caring. Gave us great advice for what to eat as well! Loved him and would highly recommend this place. He made our experience (the food was bomb as well!!!). read more

Bar service was quick and on point. All the speciality cocktails were fresh, delicious and fairly priced. Dinner Server was friendly informative and prompt. Food took almost 2 hours to arrive. Was delicious and as described. read more

This gastropub has the fanfare of any gastropub out there in regards to atmosphere and decor. The tables here are awkwardly wide, and because it's loud in here you're gonna end up yelling to have a convo. Also, it's unnecessarily dark. I was tempted to follow suite with other diners who pulled out their flashlights to read their menus. But now you know why my food photos are so dark! The kitchen thoughtfully split our kale salad (which was tasty with the sweet potatoes & asparagus and tahini vinaigrette) but we had to wait around for our server to get side plates for our ribs. Ribs were really good. The caramelized molasses and the flavors of the rub were infused into the meat. The fries were crisp but the coleslaw was soggy and tasted old. I think this venue is geared more towards a snacking, throwing back a couple pints and enjoying live music than a sit down dinner. read more

Culinary Dropout - 36 Hour pork ribs - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Was greeted by a very friendly host who brought us to a nice secluded area. As we waited for our friends, he came by often to make sure we were taken care of. The atmosphere was fun and enjoyable. The Brussel sprouts were filled with flavor and the chopped chicken salad was a large portion and full of flavor. Would definitely visit again! read more

3 stars ONLY due to the noise levels...vibes are great, especially if you're a college student or want to bar feel but the noise/music is really, really loud and it's hard to have conversation with your party. The food is great, and cocktails aren't watered down. Fun atmosphere for sure! read more

This signature dish from Culinary Dropout was a solid version of everyone's favorite classic meal. The chicken was just how you'd like it, crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside. The batter was unlike anything I'd ever tasted. It had a sweetness to it from the honey drizzle. I prefer my fried chicken with a kick, so this isn't in my top fried chicken dishes but it may be for you! The sides were very good as well. read more

Culinary Dropout - Fried Chicken // buttermilk biscuit, honey drizzle, mashed potatoes & gravy, cole slaw - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Absolutely amazing .... Wonderful ambiance inside or outside on the heated patio ... The menu offers are plenty for everyone to find what they are craving. No complaints on the fare we ordered. The salmon and sides were prepared to perfection.... The chef is artful and unique with the offers.... My husband commented on well his old fashioned was crafted. Topping off our dining experience was Reed and David who made sure we had everything we needed !! This will be a place I'll come back to.... read more

Today was my first time dining at any Culinary Dropout and I could not have had a better experience! We chose to sit outside for lunch and were promptly greeted by Zachariah. He was so genuinely friendly and even asked if we had ever dined there previously. He gave us a thorough overview of the menu layout and then gave us a little time to get settled in and decide on a drink. When he returned, I asked him for his suggestions when it came to the extensive craft cocktail menu. He was very intentional with his follow up questions regarding spirit of choice, sweet/less sweet. He gave me a few suggestions and I decided to try the Sidecar one. It was wonderfully so thank you for the recommendation! When it came to ordering, my friend knew exactly what she wanted, but I wanted to try the "create your own charcuterie board" and our server was so patient with my questions about the items. I really appreciated him taking the time and not feeling as though I was bothering him. After our food was brought he checked in the perfect amount of times and promptly cleared our finished dishes. He was considerate enough to even bring us the menu back in case we were thinking of trying a different cocktail for our second. He possesses the logistic skills required to be an amazing server, but more importantly his personally and demeanor is genuine, kind and welcoming. He was a huge part that my first time at Culinary Dropout was a memorable experience. With so many choices to dine in Scottsdale, I would recommend anyone planning to go to that location or that frequently visits to always request ZACHARIAH'S section. You will not be disappointed with the service! read more

We had a really great experience here as we passed through Scottsdale on a roadtrip. The hostess was in somewhat of a funk and we had to wait about an hour to be seated but it was busy so it was understandable. Our waitress however was amazing! She was so knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. I can't remember her name, but she truly was wonderful. The food was super tasty (pretty good selection too) and the drinks!! ...The drinks were fantastic! Would definitely return here in the future. read more

The food that we got from this location was missing so much, the steak frites came without fries, the pretzel bites without the cheese sauce, the meatloaf without any sides, and the drinks we had ordered never arrived. Out of 4 people, 3 got food poisoning from this place and the 4th I guess has an iron stomach because they only got mild . This place definitely lives up to the "dropout" in its name, bland overpriced food that you could get better at a mom and pop shop for half the price and without the food poisoning. read more

Amazing spot for for great food and drinks, great atmosphere fantastic vibe! And YES, I was blown away by the service! And the award goes to bartender JUDY read more

Culinary Dropout - 36-Hour Pork Ribs - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Front of house manager Josh is amazing. Super friendly guy and when one small thing was wrong with one of the meals at our table, he made it right without hesitation! Us girls were traveling from San Fran and Boston and found this beautiful restaurant online. Highly recommend this place. Staff is super nice and food/drinks are AMAZING and the environment is beautiful. Again, highly recommend! read more

Great food and great atmosphere. We had steak frites, Thai coconut curry with chicken and kids chicken fingers. AMAZING. Really good food and great service. Forgot to take a picture of the steak but my husband raved about it. Cooked perfect! read more

Culinary Dropout - Thai coconut curry. That's roasted cauliflower you see in the pic. I added chicken. - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Christopher is very polite, attentive, friendly, bubbly & efficient. Best service ever!

This place was very good. The ambiance was nice but all the food was next level and very satisfying!

The restaurant is fairly large with a number of tables outside. Service was quick. We all really enjoyed the food - Rainbow Trout, Seared Tuna Salad, Pesto Shrimp Orecchiette. Everything was fresh and well prepared. read more

Culinary Dropout - Rainbow Trout - very good - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Christopher was the BEST server I've had. He had refills and takeout buns, coming before I even thought of it. He was super sweet and absolutely great. read more

Food is just basic American , nothing great , drinks are good price but nothing special , young atmosphere, more like mid 20's kind of place with live dj , but if you want to go for the food , this isn't the place . read more

The food and service was great! Seating was very comfortable. The only critique I have is that is was a little noisier than I like. It was hard to have a conversation Everything ... awesome! read more

Not bad. It was hit or miss depending on the dish. The fried chicken is a miss. Just not done properly from batter to the chicken. The green chili stew was very good and the pretzel balls with cheese were delicious. Dinner * Pretzel balls with cheese (Excellent) * Chili stew (Good) * Fried chicken (Ok) read more

I ordered something adventurous. Ended up not liking it. The waitress was so understanding and sweet, and immediately told me it was fine and asked what else I'd like instead. After having the new item (which was the Pub Burger, definitely recommend) I ended up accidentally LEAVING IT BEHIND in my to-go box. I ran back to the restaurant to see if it was still there, and it sadly wasn't. The host was even more amazing and offered to have it made for me again FOR FREE. The staff are so sweet and kind. Based on customer service on TOP OF THE GREAT FOOD you HAVE TO GO HERE!!! read more

Once again while in Scottsdale we dined at Culinary Dropout Waterfront. Our experience was even better than the first time!! Jordan, our waiter, was fantastic, we had phenomenal service and he gave great explanations to questions. He is delightful and very patient. This place is extremely busy yet they do a great job, the manager Jamie was walking around interacting with tables and we loved that the staff was dressed up for Halloween!! As far as our meals we had a wide variety. The meatloaf is delicious, the trout so good, fish and chips yummy and the fall salad was so flavorful!! We can't wait until our travels take us back to AZ so we can dine here again. It is a fun, hip place with great energy!! read more

A few nights ago, I came here with my boyfriend and three other people. One of the people in our party was a friend visiting from California for the week. So we had our own little version of a lazy "Friendsgiving" at the Culinary Dropout. We had to wait just a bit before our table was ready. It was our first time there so when you get the menu, the top portion is starters with several different cheese and meat options. We each ordered a drink, which varies from beers to cocktails. (My personal favorite is the Moscow mule. I ordered the pomegranate one, but I wasn't a fan of it. Thankfully I liked another drink someone else from our table ordered and she winded up liking my drink so we just switched. No harm, no foul!) It was fairly dark and pretty busy so when our platter of cheeses and meats came in, it was hard to see without shining our phone lights on it to determine what meat was what. The waiter also rushed through what order the meats were in and none of us remembered what meat was what. We figured it out as we ate. Everything was absolutely delicious and mouth watering. All the cheeses and meats were completely gone by the end of the night. We also ordered some entrees, like the fried chicken, fish + chips, and the salmon toast. The two guys who ordered the fried chicken said it was mediocre. I personally didn't try the fried chicken, but the fish and chips were good! Between everything, we split the check evenly which came out to around $40-ish per person. (There were 5 of us in total.) This place is definitely way more expensive for a dinner outing, but it's great for big groups. There's a Bob Marley wall, with a mural of his face along with his famous song titles surrounding his face. I was also told that they apparently have music nights on Fridays and Saturdays. Overall, decent food and good customer service! The waiter was very sweet and attentive. I forgot to mention our group ordered the Brussels sprouts plus the mac and cheese, which unfortunately were all sold out but our waiter was very kind about informing us and letting us chose a substitute for the unavailable starters. read more

Culinary Dropout - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Lots and lots of hype and lots of crowds on weekends , loud music too ! Which isn't my thing but if the food was good enough I would have chosen to ignore it but since the food was average overall after ordering 5 different entrees , then its totally "skippable"! Go for the crowd and drinks and music but not food. read more

Enjoyed this place! Made reservations online and was seated at our scheduled time. A little loud, but loved the live entertainment and the food was delish! Free parking, prices a bargain compared to other area restaurants. Will definitely visit again. read more

Culinary Dropout - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Our waiter was a little slow, but he was friendly and patient. The food was great! The view of the shopping area and high end vehicles that were parked outside was incredible! Great location to bring out of town guests! read more

Waited about 30 minutes for our table then about 30 minutes for the food to come out, but the salad, fish, and chips were pretty good. Our waitress was a attentive and kind, while the atmosphere was unique and fun. It was very loud, but overall, a good place to go with friends or family. read more

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

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The atmosphere of this place is beautiful. I went on a day where the weather was like low 80s or high 70s, so I got to sit and dine outside. It made the experience joyful. For atmosphere, I'd give this place a 4.5/5. The food menu was very limited. I took a while deciding what I want to get because there were not much appetizing choices for me. There are mostly burgers, salads, sandwiches and soup. Well I guess since it is an American restaurant. There are quite a few drink choices though. For the menu, I'd give it a 3/5. The food I got was a smoked salmon with tomatoes, bread and egg. The salmon was good, I ate it together with the tomatoes and bread. The dish may seem a bit strange to some people, but everything on the dish is served cold or cool. Somewhere between those two. It's just not served hot. For drinks, I got the strawberry mojito. I'd give the food a 4/5. read more

Culinary Dropout - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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We were in town for SPRING TRAINING. To all our baseball fans,, this is a place you have to visit. Friday night,, around 6:30 we called for reservations,, we were told 9:30pm.. as we were walking, we asked for 8pm, and the receptionist said she would put us down for 8:00. We arrived at 8:00 and were seated within 5 minutes. This place is LOUD with live music,, a great atmosphere,,, but if you are seated in the middle of the restaurant,, it will be difficult to have a conversation at your table. We had a great time,, our waiter (with a Boy George look) and our waitress were very personable,, and engaged in a welcoming conversation while taking our drink orders and throughout our experience. Our party of four,, we ordered the fried chicken, Green chili stew, salmon, and shrimp Caesar salad. We enjoyed our appetizers of Prosciutto deviled eggs, and pork cracklings,, which were quite tasty. Our meals came out timely,, considering the amount of business on a Friday Night. Dinners had great flavors,, we definitely will return. A happening place, plenty of free parking. read more

Culinary Dropout - Live music - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona