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Culinary Dropout - Gilbert, Gilbert, AZ

Culinary Dropout - Gilbert

4.7 (2547)
$30 and under
American
383 N Gilbert Road AZ, Gilbert, AZ 85234

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 91 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our group dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Tess Unsinn: (480) 304-4102
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Gilbert
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Entertainment
    We’re here to party all year long. From local bands playing live music on our stage, to cheering on our favorite sports teams on the big screens there’s always something to do with your crew. So seriously, come hang out.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 2,547 people are saying

Culinary Dropout - Gilbert reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Valley

    American

  • East Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Culinary Dropout - Gilbert is a vibrant spot celebrated for its "excellent food and service" and "unique atmosphere," making it a top choice for gatherings. The live music adds a lively touch, though it can be loud. Signature cocktails and dishes like fried chicken and salmon are highlights. Reservations recommended for weekends.
2,547 Reviews
  1. Tanner

    Phoenix1 review

    2.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We always enjoy culinary dropout; any location, but yesterday at Gilbert wasn’t as enjoyable. Everyone’s food was good, but my burger was pretty burnt and lacked overall flavor. We also LOVE live music, but the overall volume was way too loud, and the musician lacked energy and was boring to listen to.

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  2. Gerry VIP

    Phoenix51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. The staff is very attentive and food quality is outstanding. The rib cap is great when it’s available but this time I had the fried chicken.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Gerry, Thanks for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. Your compliments about our attentive staff and outstanding food quality truly mean a lot to us. We're glad you enjoyed our rib cap and fried chicken. We look forward to serving you again soon. Candice

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  3. Jeffery VIP

    Phoenix8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic service and outstanding food - great options and portion size for the Arizona Restaurant Week menu!
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 4 days ago
    Hey Jeffery, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Arizona Restaurant Week menu and found our service to be fantastic. It's always a pleasure to serve our guests and we're glad to hear that you appreciated our service and food quality. We strive to offer a wide variety of options for all our guests and we're glad you found our portion sizes to your liking. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon! Candice

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  4. Susan VIP

    Phoenix6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent burger, not rushed at all. Nice evening out
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Susan, Thank you for choosing Culinary Dropout - Gilbert for your dining experience and for taking the time to leave us a review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our burger and had a nice evening out. We strive to provide an excellent dining experience and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We look forward to serving you again soon. Candice

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  5. AUGUST

    Phoenix7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Three of us ordered Fish & Chips and were pleasantly surprised at how good it was. Looked like actual pieces of fish and not the squared off, reshaped kind you often get. Our server was Kenna and she was helpful and attentive, answering all of our questions! There was a live band and they were very good as well.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 4 days ago
    Hi August, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Fish & Chips and found them to be fresh and satisfying. It's great to know that our team was able to provide you with excellent service. We're also glad you enjoyed the live band! We strive to provide a memorable experience for all our guests, and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to serving you again soon! Candice

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  6. Amanda

    Phoenix1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Booked for a birthday reservation.. they didn’t even wish a happy birthday which was a bummer. but food and service was good.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Amanda, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some feedback! We're sorry to hear that your birthday celebration didn't go as planned. We understand that it can be frustrating when plans don't go as expected, especially when it's special occasions. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and service. We're always striving to improve, and your feedback helps us do just that. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Candice

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  7. Adrian

    Phoenix6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not my best visit- but still love Culinary Dropout.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hello Adrian, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We're glad to hear that you still love Culinary Dropout despite your less than perfect visit. We appreciate your feedback and will strive to improve our food and service to meet your expectations. We would love the opportunity to speak with you regarding your visit. Please, at your experience, give us a call at 480-418-3980 and ask to speak with a manager. Thank you again and we look forward to speaking with you! Candice

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  8. Chris

    Phoenix2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always good as well as the service. It was Mother’s Day and everything turned out well.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi there, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us 5 stars! We can't wait to see you next time! Candice

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  9. Chris

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve eaten now at the Culinary Dropout restaurants in Scottsdale and Gilbert. The food is terrific, the service is excellent and the ambiance is enjoyable. Love the unique signature cocktails as well. Very much recommend these places.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi Chris, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. Your kind words about our food, service, and ambiance truly mean a lot to us. It's wonderful to know that our unique signature cocktails also stood out for you. We're grateful for your high recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Candice

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  10. Kerri

    Phoenix2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointed with the seating, the temperature of restaraunt, and the quality of the food this visit. Everything was just subpar compared to previous visits. Everything was lukewarm warm, and the margaritas were pure mixer and lime juice, not worth the $15 per drink. Just overall disappointing for the cost.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hello Kerri, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. We're sorry to hear that your recent visit didn't meet your expectations. We always strive to provide a great dining experience, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short in some areas. Your feedback about the seating, temperature, and food quality is valuable to us and will be shared with our team. We would love the opportunity to speak with you in hopes to make this right for you. Please, at your convenience, give us a call at 480-418-3980 and ask to speak with a manager. Thank you again and we look forward to speaking with you, Candice

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FAQs

Culinary Dropout - Gilbert offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 418-3980.

Culinary Dropout - Gilbert is rated 4.7 stars by 2547 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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383 N Gilbert Road AZ, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Gilbert
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We’re here to party all year long. From local bands playing live music on our stage, to cheering on our favorite sports teams on the big screens there’s always something to do with your crew. So seriously, come hang out.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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