Culinary Dropout - Gilbert

4.6

2420 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Jan 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 46 times today

Lively
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

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.

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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
(480) 418-3980
Website
http://www.culinarydropout.com/locations/gilbert-az/
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

Location
383 N Gilbert Road AZ, Gilbert, AZ 85234
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

Popular dishes

Yesterday's Soup$10.00
it's better the next day
Soft Pretzels & Provolone Fondue$17.00
sea salt
Wagyu Pigs in a Blanket$17.00
honey mustard crème fraîche
Hot Wings$18.00
buffalo sauce, honey mustard seed, shaved carrots & celery
Crispy Popcorn Shrimp$18.00
zucchini, grilled lemon, roasted garlic aioli
Whipped Feta & Tahini Dip$14.50
caramelized squash, apple, date, roasted pistachio, grilled ciabatta
White Truffle Deviled Eggs$11.00
crispy prosciutto, chive
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$12.00
gochujang, mint, cilantro
BBQ Pork Belly Nachos$18.00
black bean, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo
House Potato Chips$9.50
famous onion dip

Sushi

California Roll$17.00
spicy crab, avocado, cucumber, toasted sesame
Spicy Avocado Roll$15.00
cucumber, sriracha, cashew, togarashi
Rainbow Roll*$21.00
tuna, salmon, shrimp, avocado, spicy crab, cucumber
Shrimp Tempura Crunch$17.00
avocado, radish, miso aioli, sweet soy
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice*$19.00
fresno chili, cilantro, yuzu soy caramel

Salads

add salmon* $9, steak* $9, chicken $7, or shrimp $8

House Salad$9.50
grape tomato, cucumber, heirloom carrot, parmesan, buttermilk ranch
Asian Crunch$16.50
purple cabbage, avocado, sesame, roasted cashew, fresno, dried mango, thai curry vinaigrette
Classic Caesar$13.00
toasted cheese croutons
Butternut Squash & Kale$15.00
bartlett pear, ancient grains, date, pistachio, toasted mulberry, white cheddar, maple tahini vinaigrette
Chopped Chicken$20.00
avocado, bacon, heirloom tomato, white cheddar, deviled egg, bacon bbq ranch

Sandwiches

served with fries or house salad

Turkey Pastrami$18.00
pretzel roll, swiss, coleslaw
Shaved Prime Rib Dip*$23.50
fontina, au jus
The Pub Burger*$19.00
havarti, bacon, house bbq sauce
The M.A.C. Burger*$19.00
double cheeseburger, onion, lettuce, pickle
Crispy Chicken Katsu$19.00
japanese milk bread, spicy miso aioli, napa slaw, hoisin

Entrées

36-Hour Pork Ribs$31.00
jalapeño, molasses, fries
Pasta Bolognese$24.00
tagliatelle, italian meat sauce, parmesan, basil
Mongolian Short Rib$25.00
charred scallion, broccolini, soft egg, crispy rice, thai chili
Peking Duck & Shrimp Fried Rice$25.00
orange miso sauce, red chili sesame butter, cashew, and a little bit of smoke
Steak Frites*$36.00
prime skirt steak, black truffle butter, french fries
Chicken Cacio e Pepe$23.00
spaghetti, pecorino, cracked peppercorn butter, parmesan broth
Fried Chicken$24.00
buttermilk biscuit, smashed potato, gravy (be patient - it's worth it!)
Korean Style Ribeye Cap*$37.00
very limited availability
Beer Battered Fish & Chips$21.00
coleslaw, tartar sauce
Spicy Vegan Curry$21.00
griddled sweet potato, eggplant, snap pea, cauliflower, shiitake mushroom, black rice
Roasted Salmon*$29.00
butternut squash farro risotto, garden herb pesto, crispy brussels sprouts

Cocktails

Paloma Spritz$15.00
silver tequila, fresh grapefruit, combier pamplemousse, sparkling wine, himalayan pink salt
Cali & Tay Skinny Margarita$15.00
jose tradicional blanco, serrano spiced agave, fresh lime, chili dusted rim
Abandoned Cadillac$17.00
patrón tequila, grand marnier, pomegranate redux, tart lime
Pretty Easy*$15.00
corazón tequila blanco, banhez mezcal, pomegranate & yuzu sour, egg white
Two To Mango$15.50
tito's, orange, guava, high noon pineapple
Peaches & Rye$15.50
redemption rye, combier pêche liqueur, puréed peach, wild mint
Margarita, Por Favor$15.00
ana maria tequila, three citrus sour, orange curaçao
Tijuana Spa Water$14.50
blanco tequila, jalapeño, mint, pineapple, cilantro
Signature Old Fashioned$16.00
kentucky bourbon, luxy cherry, aromatic bitters, orange peel
Full Moon Party$14.50
lemongrass-soaked tanqueray, velvet falernum, thai basil leaf, english cucumber
Dropout Classic Mule$14.50
american vodka, ginger agave, lime
Evil Jungle Princess$15.00
rum blend, spiced orgeat, pineapple, guava, lime, pineapple rum float
El Matador$15.00
gran centenario añejo, elderflower, ginger agave, orange bitters
Campfire Vibes$14.50
100 proof bonded ky whiskey, chai jacked apple cider, spanish vanilla, roasted five spice
Giddy up Espresso Martini$16.00
vodka, caffe borghetti espresso liqueur, spanish vanilla, cinnamon spiced cold brew
Sweater Weather Sangria$13.00
spiced peaches, passion fruit, apple brandy, lemon, red wine

Zero Proof

Sicilian Lemonade Stand
puréed strawberry, fever-tree sparkling lemonade
Vida Verdita
jalapeño, mint, pineapple, cilantro, bubbly water
Yuzu Orchard Spritz
pomegranate yuzu, ginger-soaked organic agave, bubbly water
Garden Mule
cucumber, mint, pressed lime, craft ginger soda

It's 3:45 Somewhere - Shot 'N' Beer

Safety Meeting$13.00
dropout whiskey + coors banquet
Jalisco Hillbilly$13.00
corazón blanco tequila + tecate
The OG Handshake$13.00
jägermeister + pbr
0.38 Special$13.00
evan williams bourbon + miller high life
Double Blind$8.00
paperbag beer + airplane shooter

Wine

Red

Red Blend - The Prisoner Wine Co. "Unshackled" - California$15.00
- 6oz$15.00
- 9oz$22.50
- Btl$58.00
Red Blend - Daou "The Pessimist" - Paso Robles, California$12.00
- 6oz$12.00
- 9oz$18.00
- Btl$46.00
Pinot Noir - Sokol Blosser "Evolution" - Willamette Valley, Oregon$14.00
- 6oz$14.00
- 9oz$21.00
- Btl$54.00
Pinot Noir - Rickshaw - California$11.00
On Tap
- 6oz$11.00
- 9oz$16.50
Cabernet - Illicit - California$11.00
- 6oz$11.00
- 9oz$16.50
- Btl$42.00
Cabernet - Bonanza "Lot 7" By Chuck Wagner - California$14.00
- 6oz$14.00
- 9oz$21.00
- Btl$54.00

Rosé & Bubbles

Rosé - Fleurs de Prairie - Languedoc, France$11.00
- 6oz$11.00
- 9oz$16.50
- Btl$42.00
Prosecco - Fiori d'Acacia - Veneto, Italy$12.00
- 6oz$12.00
- 9oz$18.00
- Btl$46.00
Sparkling - Mumm Napa "Blanc de Blancs" - Napa, California$16.00
- 6oz$16.00
- 9oz$24.00
- Btl$62.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc - Crossings - New Zealand$12.00
- 6oz$12.00
- 9oz$18.00
- Btl$46.00
Sauvignon Blanc - RS "Sundress" - California$11.00
On Tap
- 6oz$11.00
- 9oz$16.50
Chardonnay - Duckhorn "Decoy" - California$13.00
- 6oz$13.00
- 9oz$19.50
- Btl$50.00
Chardonnay - Hahn Family - California$10.00
- 6oz$10.00
- 9oz$15.00
- Btl$38.00
Pinot Grigio - Bollini - Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Italy$11.00
- 6oz$11.00
- 9oz$16.50
- Btl$42.00
Riesling - The Seeker - Mosel, Germany$10.00
- 6oz$10.00
- 9oz$15.00
- Btl$38.00

Beer

Draught

Dos XX Lager - Mexico$6.00
Sierra Nevada "Hazy Little Thing IPA" - California$7.00
Peroni - Italy$7.00
Coronado Brewing Co. "Rotating Cider" - California$7.00
Deschutes Brewing "Fresh Squeezed IPA" - Oregon$7.00
SKA Brewing "Mexican IPA" - Colorado$7.00
Coors Light - Colorado$5.75
Tap Eighteen$0.00
- MP$0.00
Dropout Light Lager$6.25
Four Peaks "Joy Bus 'Wow' Wheat Ale"$6.50
Dropout Brew Co. "Lil Chuckstar Hazy"$6.50
Wren House Brewing "Two Little Birds" Hefeweizen$6.75
Mother Road "Tower Station IPA"$7.25
Four Peaks "Bad Birdie Juicy Golden Ale"$6.50
The Shop Brewing "Church Music IPA"$7.25
Historic Brewing "Oceanfront Property AZ Lager"$7.00
Throne Brewing Co. "Gateway Blonde Ale"$6.50
AZ Loc Ale Beer Co. "Toasty Amber Lager"$7.00

Cans, Roadies & Shiners

Huss Brewing "Scottsdale Blonde"$5.75
Coors OG - Colorado$5.00
Pabst "Blue Ribbon" - Wisconsin$4.00
Corona Extra - Mexico$6.00
Paperbag Special$2.95
who knows where
Modelo "Especial" - Mexico$6.00
Papago Brewing "Orange Blossom Ale"$5.75
Tecate - Mexico$5.50
Guinness - Ireland$6.50
Miller High Life - Wisconsin$4.50
Michelob Ultra - Missouri$6.00
- 16oz$6.00
Firestone Walker "805" - California$6.00
Coors Light - Colorado$5.25
- 16oz$5.25
Four Peaks "Kilt Lifter"$5.75
High Noon$9.00
assorted flavors
Athletic Brewing$5.00
non-alc

What 2,420 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East Valley
American
East Valley
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Culinary Dropout in Gilbert offers a vibrant atmosphere with a reputation for "excellent service" and "amazing food." Guests rave about its lively ambiance, perfect for celebrations or a casual night out. Popular dishes include steak frites and fried chicken. While noise levels can be high, the exceptional staff and dynamic menu keep patrons coming back.

2,420 Reviews

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Mara
Phoenix
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our third year in a row dining at Culinary Dropout on New Year's Eve. Coincidentally, we had the same server, Loretta, that we had last year. She is a great server and such a ray of light and positivity. She also knew the menu well and helped guide us through the recently updated menu. We got the nachos as an appetizer and our party devoured them! One person in our party got the steak frites and subbed the fries for mash potatoes made from real potatoes. The other 2 people in our party got the NYE special of steak, polenta bites, and lobster. The flavor was incredible and the meat was perfectly cooked. We are fans of surf and turf which is typically served as whole portions of steak and lobster, however this dish was served as sliced pieces of steak and chunks of lobster. Not a big deal, but it would have been helpful to know this detail ahead of time. We ended with the Mud Pie which is truly an experience in itself! PLEASE NEVER REMOVE the mud pie from the menu! Thank you Culinary Dropout for a wonderful NYE meal!
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lauren
VIP
Phoenix
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
There was never any warning that certain drinks on the menu like the Christmas tree tower would be for parties of four or more; that should be notified on OpenTable and by the restaurant. Another drink on the menu was not available and given that this is literally a bar pop-up staff should’ve been notified about that. There was absolutely no holiday music playing. Very disappointing.
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Jordan
VIP
Las Vegas
60 reviews
5.0
60 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, service was great. Thanks for an amazing lunch.
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Pranjal
VIP
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Culinary dropout gilbert location never disappoints, my fav one is katsu sandwich and spicy vegan curry. Good food… good mood kinda place!
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Kathy
VIP
Phoenix
16 reviews
2.0
16 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Culinary Dropout is our “go to” restaurant. We’ve never had a bad meal or poor service until now. We ordered our favorite appetizer, pretzels and cheese and, not only did it take an unreasonable amount of time to get to the table (approx 35 minutes), the pretzels were hard and the cheese was coagulated, as if it had been sitting for a long time. Our meals arrived at about the 45 minute mark and the fries were hard as rocks and not edible. Hot sandwiches were barely warm and the salads were drowning in dressing. Our server was lovely but didn’t give us updates on meals or visit the table to refill drinks. We hope this experience was an anomaly and will try our favorite place once again and hopefully, have a better experience.
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Kylie
Phoenix
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our service was great at bar blitzen. The cocktails were really tasty but $16 a drink is expensive. The main hostess was not friendly at all but who took us to our table was very friendly. Our service in bar blitzen and our server was so wonderful and definitely made the experience so enjoyable. Loved all the decor, very festive.
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Gina
Central Coast
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food arrived Luke warm and took 40 minutes to come out. Medium rare steak was very rare. Server was pleasant and apologized. Appetizers were good and arrived timely. Overall, for the price it was disappointing.
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Michele
Phoenix
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We were sat late at a small table vs one for six. Kitchen was out of a lot of stuff which happens but we weren’t told that they were out of fish and chips until we had been waiting for our food for 30 minutes. The food that we did get was good. The whole experience was strange .
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Susana
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great casual place. Food is good. My family went for Christmas Eve dinner and it was packed. Customer service was still exceptional.
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Blanche
Los Angeles
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was just ok. We have need to Culinary Dropout many times and have had a mixed bag of experiences. This time it was below expectations unfortunately.
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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 4.6 stars by 2420 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 46 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Culinary Dropout - Gilbert

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

Website
http://www.culinarydropout.com/locations/gilbert-az/
Phone number
(480) 418-3980
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our group dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Tess Unsinn: (480) 304-4102

Culinary Dropout - Gilbert

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Spicy Vegan Curry

Roasted Salmon

Fried Chicken

New Year's Eve

Masquerade Party$16.00

Steak & Lobster$47.00

Episode 163 - The Slicer

Episode 163 - The Slicer$29.50

Starters

Yesterday's Soup$10.00

Soft Pretzels & Provolone Fondue$17.00

Wagyu Pigs in a Blanket$17.00

Hot Wings$18.00

Crispy Popcorn Shrimp$18.00

Whipped Feta & Tahini Dip$14.50

White Truffle Deviled Eggs$11.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$12.00

BBQ Pork Belly Nachos$18.00

House Potato Chips$9.50

Sushi

California Roll$17.00

Spicy Avocado Roll$15.00

Rainbow Roll*$21.00

Shrimp Tempura Crunch$17.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice*$19.00

Salads

House Salad$9.50

Asian Crunch$16.50

Classic Caesar$13.00

Butternut Squash & Kale$15.00

Chopped Chicken$20.00

Sandwiches

Turkey Pastrami$18.00

Shaved Prime Rib Dip*$23.50

The Pub Burger*$19.00

The M.A.C. Burger*$19.00

Crispy Chicken Katsu$19.00

Entrées

36-Hour Pork Ribs$31.00

Pasta Bolognese$24.00

Mongolian Short Rib$25.00

Peking Duck & Shrimp Fried Rice$25.00

Steak Frites*$36.00

Chicken Cacio e Pepe$23.00

Fried Chicken$24.00

Korean Style Ribeye Cap*$37.00

Beer Battered Fish & Chips$21.00

Spicy Vegan Curry$21.00

Roasted Salmon*$29.00

Cocktails

Paloma Spritz$15.00

Cali & Tay Skinny Margarita$15.00

Abandoned Cadillac$17.00

Pretty Easy*$15.00

Two To Mango$15.50

Peaches & Rye$15.50

Margarita, Por Favor$15.00

Tijuana Spa Water$14.50

Signature Old Fashioned$16.00

Full Moon Party$14.50

Dropout Classic Mule$14.50

Evil Jungle Princess$15.00

El Matador$15.00

Campfire Vibes$14.50

Giddy up Espresso Martini$16.00

Sweater Weather Sangria$13.00

Zero Proof

Sicilian Lemonade Stand

Vida Verdita

Yuzu Orchard Spritz

Garden Mule

It's 3:45 Somewhere - Shot 'N' Beer

Safety Meeting$13.00

Jalisco Hillbilly$13.00

The OG Handshake$13.00