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Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix

4.6
4.6
1777 Reviews
$30 and under
Gastro Pub
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, American, Comfort Food
  • 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 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (602) 680-4040
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Alyssa Pope: (602) 429-8034
  • Neighborhood
    North Central Phoenix
  • Cross street
    7th Street and Montebello Ave
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Entertainment
    Live music Friday and Saturday nights
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Dropout Cocktail Class

    $50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Oct 3, 2023 only
    Join us for a rad cocktail class on October 3rd at 6 pm! Learn mixology secrets while making (and sipping on) the Playboi Stache and Giddy Up Espresso Martini and leave with exclusive cocktail swag and extra goodies. Tickets are $50, and space is limited, so don't miss this chance to enhance your cocktail game and have the best time.
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Offers

  • Cool Down & Support Maui

    Oct 12, 2023 only
    Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    On October 12th from 4 to 7 pm, jam out and cool down with shave ice from Mahalo Made. 30% of all food, beverage, and shave ice sales will be donated to the families impacted by the fires in Maui.

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What 1,777 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Phoenix

    Kid-friendly

  • Phoenix

    Good for groups

  • Phoenix

    Lively

1,777 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Anchorage

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect great venue love music valet parking couches the games on tv fans shade

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for 5 stars, and the feedback! We can't wait to see you next time! ~Tiffany

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  2. DarrylB

    Phoenix

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Everything was excellent however the noise level was loud. We will be back.

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  3. KristinV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing good and service. Outdoor patio is a total vibe!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was excellent. Server was so nice and helpful. Food was great. We will definitely go back!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Atmosphere was fun for a Friday evening around dinner time. Very loud inside with a live singer which was not our favorite as a group but we appreciated the authenticity of live music. Given how busy it was, the wait staff was relatively slow. We didn’t mind this so much because we were celebrating a birthday and catching up with loved ones. But I can see how if you were a couple, slow wait staff may be more frustrating. My food was good but not great. I got the steak frites which tasted good and was cooked rare as I had requested but was honestly colder than I would’ve expected. My wife had the salmon which was very good. Our cocktails were also very delicious. I think this restaurant is a 3.5/5 overall. Occasionally 4/5 on a good night. I would return here but probably wouldn’t frequent this restaurant overall.

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  6. TaraS

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed going for the brunch! It would be great if they had more brunch items, but the ambience is what keeps coming back

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on September 19, 2023

    Thank you, Tara, for 5 stars and the feedback! We can't wait to see you again! ~Tiffany

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  7. JohnS

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience2
    Noise level was so loud you could not even have a conversation with somebody in front of you.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on September 18, 2023

    Hi John, We are really sorry to hear that you could not enjoy your experience because it was too noisy. We will keep an ear on our music and live music levels during our peak hours moving forward. We hope you will come back and give us another chance! ~Tiffany

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  8. MJgirlsnightout

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience2
    The food was excellent, but It was so loud we couldn’t have a conversation. We had to wait too long for appetizer and it was a dip but no crackers or chips. You had to pay extra for chips. The servers were attentive and when the credit card was charged the wrong amount (not enough) we were able to flag down a manager and she took care of it. If you want to watch sports and not talk to each other this would be a great place to be.

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  9. Foodie

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall1food2service3ambience1
    Music was too loud, Food wasn't particularly good especially for the price (salad was not cold enough, and too much dresssing; fried chicken was overfried; strawberry toast was average and needed improvement; dessert was okay), given the price the service was too casual. Won't be back.

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  10. lulu

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We usually love Culinary Dropout (and all Fox Restaurants) but our visit last week was just ok. We had barely sat down and received our drinks when suddenly the music was turned up very loud. We chose from the restaurant week prix fixe menu and my dish was out - weird for just day 2 of restaurant week? I found something else - still delicious, of course. All in all, great food, great service, will go again.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Food was inedible. Salads were wilted and service was practically non existent. Full plates of crappy food at the end of our time and no ask of we liked the food. Awful all around and expensive to boot. Don’t let the ambience, which is very cool, distract you from an over-priced food disaster.

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  12. heatherg

    Austin

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We went for restaurant week. Called ahead to make sure that the menu would be available for the reservation time I chose and I was told yes available all day. I got there and the hostess was very unfriendly about our dog and said we needed to be separate for everyone. Noted in the reservation he would be with us. We've never had issue in the past. She said there was a big reservation coming and we couldn't sit near them because they had trouble the past few days with people who brought their dogs in and let them climb on the seats etc... that other reservation didn't even come while we were there. We've been here before and food was great. This time it was not. I got fish and chips. The fish tasted like nothing and was soooo salty I couldn't eat it. The pretzel balls were better than usual and the desert was good. So disappointed in the quality of the fish and chips when it was amazing last time I had it. And the hostesses bad attitude toward my dog, who laid at out feet the entire time and didn't bark once. It will be a while before I go back. Thought I found a place I liked but apparently their is no consistency in food quality or how the staff treat you when you bring a dog. Although there was one waitstaff who came to say hello to our pup. Thank you for being the crowned jewel of our visit last weekend :)

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  13. DentonY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, service and food. I always recommend this place for fun scene and very good food.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on September 13, 2023

    Thank you for 5 stars and the feedback Denton! We hope to see you again very soon! ~Tiffany

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  14. BobP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    The ambiance was very good, but it took two hours to finish our meal as the service was so slow! Sorry, but that is way too long for me to return.

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  15. TannerL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere was amazing! If you’re looking for a date spot and, don’t mind the noise of a busking lively restaurant - this is the spot. There was live music and the gentleman performing played a wide range of genres. He was so good we stayed quite awhile after dinner just to listen to him play. The staff was remarkable, kind, and provided fantastic service. The food here is exceptional - portions are fairly priced as well. The popcorn shrimp appetizer is really good. I had the smoked salmon my date had the chopped salad. We will definitely be returning.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Culinary Dropout never disappoints. Pretzel bites and Strawberry salad with salmon are my favs. Drinks and service are always on point. Thanks.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on September 19, 2023

    Woohoo! Thank you so much for 5 stars and the feedback! We can't wait to see you again soon! ~Tiffany

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  17. KD79

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice, lively environment with good food and quick service.

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  18. MarshallD

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Complementary valet for dinner was a pleasant way to start the night. Sat us immediately and then the fun started. Great selection of cocktails and beers. Lived like a rebel and got the Double Blind(this was fun) and my girlfriend got the rotating cider. The Chef's Slicer was amazing and the Smoked Salmon Dip were fantastic to start with. The Korean Ribeye was extremely tender with an awesome mushroom topping. The Steak Frites was packed full of flavor. Make sure you stop in an give CDO a try. Will definitely be back.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on September 5, 2023

    Thank you so much, Marshall! We are blushing! So happy you had a wonderful time, we can't wait for you to come back in! ~Tiffany

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  19. Jannie

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    I found it very hard to find something for a vegetarian. Other than the spinach salad or a curry dish which I don't like I didn't see any choices. With all of the plant-based options available now I'm really surprised that you don't have more vegetarian options. I came with a family member for a birthday but I would not come again

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  20. MarkL

    Phoenix

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and energy on a football night. Wonderful service also

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  21. KristinO

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    A nice contemporary feel but be prepared for music volume levels that only people in their 20s can appreciate. Feels like their prices have stayed the same but portions have gotten smaller. Love that they have a mock tail menu though!

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  22. LesaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went as part of a bachelorette weekend. Had a great time!!

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there for our son’s birthday. Our server, Nate, was phenomenal and handled two separate tables — one with only teenagers — deftly and kindly. Thank you for the great service!!!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Usually we are a very big fan of Culinary Dropout and come probably 2-3 times a month. Today was a disaster. The waitress was not attentive and the meal took forever to get. Tables that got sat down 20-30 minutes after us got their food before us. When the food did come out items were wrong, cold and just very disappointing. Food came out staggered over probably 15 minutes. Manager told us he would buy us a dessert but after almost 2 hours the last thing we would want to wait for would be a sub-par dessert. Not sure we will be back.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This is where you go to hang out, play games and listen to live music. It’s great for large parties!

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  26. StacyG

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible place, a little loud but that is part of the atmosphere. They were slammed but communicated effectively and it was definitely worth the wait! I would go back again for sure.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on August 21, 2023

    Thank you so much for the review and 5 stars, Stacy! We can't wait to see you again! ~Tiffany

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  27. ZacharyR

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Another great dinner at Culinary Dropout! As always, amazing food and superb service. The Pastrami Turkey continues to be our favorite!!

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  28. heatherg

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went on a Friday at 3:00 pm. Only 2 other tables besides us outside. We had our dog so we sat outside. Great service. Food was served quickly and we weren't rushed out. We were able to play ping pong since no one else was waiting. Great atmosphere. Homemade chips and dip are amazing

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    Everything was amazing except for noise levels. Servers and host can’t even hear. Not a place for intimate conversations. But servers are excellent. Valet excellent. Host excellent.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on August 1, 2023

    Thank you so much for the feedback on our staff and the valet team! We love reading those positive notes! We are so sorry about the noise levels though, we will continue to monitor the noise during our peak hours. Our lunches tend to be on the quieter side, and we would love to have you back! Looking forward to seeing you again, Tiffany

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    16 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience5
    Portions for 6 of 9 of us were very small. Only kid meals were ok. Adult meals extremely lacking

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  31. Michael

    Wilmington

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Always our go to for great service and casual atmosphere. I had the fish & chips. It was just ok. My daughter had the meat loaf, which was excellent, Selena provided excellent service. We always come back.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on August 1, 2023

    Hi Michael, While we are sorry the fish and chips missed the mark, we are so happy that you had a great experience, Selena is awesome! Next time you come in please ask for myself or Mandy, and we can make sure to find you an entree that you will love! Hope to see you again soon! ~Tiffany

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  32. BrandonM

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience2
    Tiny wobbly table for 2 next to a large table with little kids was not the funnest date experience but our waitress was phenomenal and the food and drinks were yummy and the company I was with always makes things better. Inside is 1 big room with no fan so it gets stuffy and very loud but it’s a pretty room so it could be worse.

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  33. HollyH

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were sat at a table outside and asked to moved inside and they moved us right away! Our server was warm and sweet, she was a great end to our girls night <3

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on July 27, 2023

    Thank you so much, Holly! We are so glad you were able to enjoy your girls night! We hope to see you again soon! ~Tiffany

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  34. HardPass

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I hadn't been here in a while, but we decided to have dinner here before a show downtown. We had a lovely time. Greeted warmly and seated quickly, we had wonderful service and terrific food. I had the rainbow trout, which was outstanding. My girlfriend had salmon, which was also great. Even though it was 112 outside, the restaurant was not freezing cold as many Arizona establishments are in the summer. Nice ambiance, very comfortable, had a great time. We will be back.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on July 26, 2023

    Thank you so much for 5 stars! We are so glad that you and your girlfriend had a great time and enjoyed the food! We can't wait to see you again soon! ~Tiffany

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  35. SGail

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were great, as always. There was a guy playing guitar and singing, while he did an excellent job . . . the speakers were way too loud for a brunch/lunch setting on Sunday. We were middle of the room - he was at one end - and we couldn't hear each other talking :(.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on July 25, 2023

    Thank you so much for 5 stars and the feedback! We are sorry the music was too loud that day, next time you come in please ask for Mandy so she can come by and say hi! Also, our weekday lunches do tend to be a little bit quieter, just fyi :) We hope to see you again soon! ~Tiffany

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  36. RealWomenRevealedLLC

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome customer service! Attentive and caring! Thanks Eli & Erik

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on July 21, 2023

    Thank you for 5 stars! Eli & Erik are amazing, we are so lucky to have them! No surprise you had a great time with them :) Come back again soon! We can't wait to see you :) ~Tiffany

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were yummy. Happy hour 2-5 M-F with a good selection

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  38. Claire

    Memphis/West TN

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience1
    Made the reservation for indoor seating and was sat outside

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on July 12, 2023

    Hi Claire, I'm so sorry to hear about this, during the summer it can be tricky to guarantee all inside dining requests. I am truly sorry we let you down, I hope that you will give us another chance, please reach out to Mandy (602-680-4040) for your next reservation, she will do her absolute best to get you seated in your preferred area. As always, thank you for the feedback! ~Tiffany

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went out with our niece and nephew and their three children. We sat outside and the kids had a ball playing all the games. Their food is always good and it’s a great place for families if you go somewhat early.

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on July 24, 2023

    Thank you for 5 stars, we loved reading this! So glad you all had a fun time with us, and we hope to see you again soon! ~Tiffany

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  40. Kylie

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve always loved culinary dropout and today we found out our favorite menu items are on their happy hour menu too! What a deal!! We will definitely be back more often for lunch dates and afternoon drinks with friends! :)

    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixResponded on July 10, 2023

    Hi Kylie! We loved reading this so much! We cannot wait to see you and your friends again for Happy Hour! ~Tiffany

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You can order delivery directly from Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix using the Order Online button. Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 680-4040.

Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix is rated 4.6 stars by 1777 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix

5632 N 7th Street, #150, Phoenix, AZ 85014

Additional information

  • Cross street
    7th Street and Montebello Ave
  • Neighborhood
    North Central Phoenix
  • 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 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live music Friday and Saturday nights
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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