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Culinary Dropout - Gilbert, Gilbert, AZ

Culinary Dropout - Gilbert

4.7 (2531)
$30 and under
American
383 N Gilbert Road AZ, Gilbert, AZ 85234

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 77 times today
Experiences are available.

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

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.

Private dining

What 2,531 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 in Gilbert is known for its "consistent performance" with exceptional food and service. Guests rave about the "fun atmosphere" and live music, making it a lively spot. The restaurant is praised for its attentive staff, such as Ava, who is "so attentive and knowledgeable." Ideal for gatherings and casual outings.

2,531 Reviews
  1. Kevin VIP

    Salt Lake City11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I was disappointed with the fried chicken which was not very moist (even the drumstick and thigh). The mashed potatoes were topped with gravy that was an homage to KFC gravy, and wasn’t very good. Our appetizer salad was good. Service was excellent, although, our meal arrived while we were still eating our appetizer. Things should be timed better.

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  2. hannah

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a go to dinner spot with friends or for date night! Staff is always so nice, food is delicious and the service is incredible!!!

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  3. Jacqueline

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was wonderful. The ambience was loud, so I would not recommend for an intimate setting when you want to meet a date or friend and talk about the universe or the meaning of life, lol 😆. Otherwise, the service was great, and the food was delicious!!! Definitely will be back again.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Jacqueline, We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert! It's fantastic to know that our food, service, and ambience exceeded your expectations. We're always striving to provide an experience that caters to our guests' needs, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We hope to see you again soon for another delightful meal. Candice

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  4. Ashley

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved! Our waiter Morgan was excellent! Great service and great food!
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Ashley! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. It's wonderful to know that our service and food lived up to your expectations. We strive to provide excellent service and delicious meals, so your kind words are truly appreciated. Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  5. Mia

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    love here! food is on the pricier side but it’s worth it. make reservations if on the weekend!
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Mia, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. We understand that our prices might be a bit higher than some, but we're glad you found the food to be worth it. We also appreciate your suggestion about making reservations for weekends. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Candice

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  6. Jim VIP

    Los Angeles26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I think CD’s continued success lies in its consistent performance. The food and service are always the same — always good. Two thumbs up to a management team that can not only build, but MAINTAIN, that level of consistency. (I could give you a long list of once top notch restaurants that have failed to do that!)
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on April 24, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Jim! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our consistent food and service at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. It's always a pleasure to know that our efforts to maintain our high standards are appreciated. We're committed to providing the same level of quality you've come to expect from us. We hope to see you again soon! Sylvia

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  7. Jennifer

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great place for Easter Brunch. They had live music and the food and service was great!
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on April 24, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Jennifer! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at our Easter Brunch. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the live music and the food. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests, and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. -Sylvia

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  8. Debbie VIP

    Las Vegas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was amazing!!! Food was so good! Love coming to the Culinary Dropout ❤️
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on April 24, 2025
    Hey Debbie, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert! It's fantastic to know that our food met your expectations. We strive to provide exceptional service and it's great to hear that our team made your visit memorable. Thank you for your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, Sylvia

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  9. Cynthia

    Phoenix1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Special was not good, tasted burnt. Drinks were OK. Had to send back my nieces twice because it wasn’t Server was good. Thought there was supposed to be live music and of course it started after we were done eating. For Easter it was meh best.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on April 24, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Cynthia! We're glad to hear that you found our service to be good, and that our drinks were satisfactory. We're sorry to hear that our special didn't meet your expectations and that you were expecting live music and you missed it. We take pride in our food and service, and we're sorry that we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future, looking forward to hearing back from you. Sylvia

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  10. Alicia

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, cocktails, and service were all outstanding. Great atmosphere for a fun night out.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on April 24, 2025
    Hey Alicia, We're overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food, cocktails, and service. We strive to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests, and it's great to hear that you appreciated the energy of our place. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we can't wait to welcome you back for another fun night out. Warm Regards, Sylvia

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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 2531 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Phoenix / Arizona
  4. East Valley
  5. Gilbert

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 77 times today
Experiences are available.
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
  • Delivery & takeout
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