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Culinary Dropout - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.5 (757)
$30 and under
American
1120 S Tryon St suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28203

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 72 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Culinary Dropout - Charlotte can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Our Special Events Team! : (980) 595-3979
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Southend
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch at Culinary Dropout

    Apr 29, 2025 - May 11, 2025
    Raise a glass to mom! Chef specials, festive cocktails, great vibes: GUARANTEED! Enjoy all your brunch favorites alongside unique menu features, like Blue Crab Quiche Florentine, and special cocktails. Reserve your spot for brunch on May 11th.
    Mother's Day Brunch at Culinary Dropout Photo

Private dining

What 757 people are saying

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Hot spot

  • Charlotte

    Most Booked

  • Charlotte

    Hot spot

  • Charlotte

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Culinary Dropout in Charlotte boasts a vibrant atmosphere with live music and "creative cocktails." Guests rave about the "crispy, juicy" fried chicken and "delicious" ribs. The staff, including standout servers like Angel and Erick, receive high praise for their attentiveness. While some mention inconsistent service, the overall experience is often described as "unforgettable" and "one of my favorite places."

757 Reviews
  1. Charlotte

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were amazing and nice. The food was great! I highly recommend.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Charlotte! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience. It's great to know that our staff's performance and the food met your expectations. We strive to provide the best service possible, and your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! Sean Simon General Manager

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  2. Richard

    Unspecified2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fun time, great ambience and food! Definitely recommended!
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Richard, We're thrilled to hear that you had a fun time! Your kind words about our ambiance and food mean a lot to us. It's always our goal to provide a great dining experience and we're glad to know we hit the mark for you. We're grateful for your high ratings and your recommendation. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  3. Allison

    Raleigh7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    "Crispy brussel sprouts" were not crispy, "cacio e pepe" sat in a pool of olive oil, music was louder than most bars, and service was just weird
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Allison, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience. It's disappointing to know that we fell short in providing you with the crispy Brussel sprouts and cacio e pepe you were hoping for. We also regret that the music volume and service quality did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a more enjoyable dining experience. Best regards, Sean Simon General Manager

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  4. Julisa

    New York City10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went here for the first time. The food was excellent, id only say come for dinner dressed casually and with your patience in full attendance.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Julisa, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing us for your first visit. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our service excellent. We always strive to provide a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful meal. Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  5. Brandon

    Charlotte1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was mediocre. We ordered a few different starters and the hot wings were overly salty.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Brandon, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're sorry to hear that your dining experience didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our food and it's disappointing to hear that you found it to be mediocre and overly salty. We appreciate your high marks for our service and we'll definitely take your feedback into account as we continuously strive to improve our dishes. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, Sean Simon General Manager

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  6. Gabe

    Charlotte10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nasty food, fun spot, great service. Small plates and light on the side ingredients.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Gabe! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our small plates and service. We understand that you found our food to be less than expected and we're always looking to improve. We appreciate your high ratings on our food and service, and we hope to see you again soon. Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  7. Robin

    Charlotte1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun vibe and good food. Drinks are pricey, but good. Our server was very friendly but unfortunately kind of disappeared after taking our order. After sitting with empty glasses for a while, we finally flagged her down.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Robin! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the fun vibe and food. We understand that you found our prices a bit high, and we're sorry if you felt it affected the quality of service. We strive to ensure our team is friendly and attentive, and we'll definitely take your feedback into account. We hope to see you again soon! Sean Simon General Manager

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  8. Todd

    Charlotte5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service are excellent. The cocktails are delicious and the staff are helpful and informative. One of my favorite places to dine for ribs or chicken. Highly recommend for all to check out.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded on April 24, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Todd! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. It's always a pleasure to know that our cocktails and staff have been helpful and informative. We're glad you find Culinary Dropout one of your favorite places to dine for ribs or chicken. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  9. Martha

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bartender Eric and server Josh were great the food was outstanding we really enjoyed our evening
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded on April 24, 2025
    Hello Martha, Thank you for your kind words and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a wonderful time. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the food and found our service to be top-notch. We always aim to provide an outstanding dining experience, and your feedback lets us know we're doing just that. We hope to see you again soon! Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  10. Timothy

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not to be missed. Thoroughly enjoy s everything about our visit.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded on April 23, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Timothy! We're thrilled to hear that you had a thoroughly enjoyable visit. It's always a pleasure to know that our food, service, and value met your expectations. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Sean Simon General Manager

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FAQs

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (980) 215-9005.

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte is rated 4.5 stars by 757 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 72 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

1120 S Tryon St suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28203

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Southend
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 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
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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