Best Waterfront Restaurants in Tempe

This is our 3rd time visiting Culinary Dropout and our 3rd locations. When my friend from Paris came into town and was staying down the street and we made plans to meet up for dinner, there was no doubt where my husband and I were going to take her. She comes to town quite often for work and now has a place to take her colleague's or just herself. Ther service was amazing, the steak frites was cooked to perfection mouth and the chef's charcuterie board is always a hit. The ambiance is relaxing and is just a cool vibe. We were seated quickly and the staff worked together and were friendly and helpful in their suggestions on the menu and specials. We will continue to come back. Thank you for a GREAT evening.

Solomon did a great job! The food was amazing! We were celebrating a birthday too! Such a fun experience! Your pesto is delicious! The gyros were delicious!! Our drinks were so good! Thank you!

Always a great experience! Engaging wait staff, super cool environment, and amazing food!

Everything we ordered was delicious! Service was beyond wonderful from everyone!

Blanco Cocina + Cantina has long been a go-to choice for great Mexican food, and my first visit to the new Tempe location did not disappoint. The food was just as delicious as I’ve come to expect, and the margaritas were spot on. The vibe is cool and casual—perfect for relaxing or catching up over a good meal. I met my son here for an important conversation about joining me in growing my business, and the setting couldn’t have been better. The staff was warm, attentive, and made us feel right at home. Whether you're a longtime fan of the chain or trying it for the first time, this location is absolutely worth a visit.