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Culinary Dropout - Tucson, Tucson, AZ

Culinary Dropout - Tucson

4.5
4.5
2524 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 42 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Comfort Food, American
  • 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
    (520) 203-0934
  • 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
    Alain Garcia : (520) 203-0938
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown
  • Parking details
    Valet offered on weekend nights<br />
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 2,524 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tucson

    Great for brunch

  • Tucson

    Kid-friendly

  • Tucson

    Good for groups

  • Tucson

    Hot spot

  • Tucson

    Lively

  • Tucson

    Most Booked

  • Tucson

    Great for brunch

  • Tucson

    Kid-friendly

  • Tucson

    Good for groups

  • Tucson

    Hot spot

  • Tucson

    Lively

  • Tucson

    Most Booked

2,524 Reviews
  1. JoeK

    Tucson

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great time. The only bad thing are the metal confining chairs.

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  2. DeborahS

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fun spot to take our granddaughter who is attending University of Arizona. And the food was excellent.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded 2 days ago

    Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review :)

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  3. dbtucson

    Phoenix

    83 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific meal, great service (thank you, Michael). We are regulars at CD, but some nights are even better than others. This was a really terrific night. Service was spot on (where else does the manager bring you your food??) and the food was hot, which we appreciated.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded 2 days ago

    Thanks for your continued support!

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  4. Abigail

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous experience, good atmosphere, excellent service and awesome food! Highly recommended

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded 5 days ago

    Thanks Abigail, looking forward to seeing you again soon :)

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    It was great, but did mention in our reservation that it was our Anniversary. Thought they might offer a celebration dessert.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded 6 days ago

    Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review and for celebrating your anniversary with us! Please check your inbox box for a private message :)

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good service, good food. Live music was a little loud but that’s ok.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded 6 days ago

    Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review :)

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  7. Nikki

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    It’s a good time. Good eats, ambience, service, and a bonus is the cool enclosed patio vibe with games if you’d want to sit there instead of inside. Go!

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 25, 2023

    Thanks for taking the time to leave us your feedback-- looking forward to seeing you again soon!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent. If I lived in Tucson this would be on my list to visit over and over again.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 21, 2023

    Thanks for the awesome feedback! We hope to see you on your next visit to Tucson :)

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  9. Katherine

    Austin

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfection every time! The staff was very helpful and the food was delicious.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 20, 2023

    Thank you so much for this awesome feedback :)

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  10. MercedesG

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Place is a little to loud, but we enjoyed the food, the service and the live music.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 20, 2023

    Thanks Mercedes, we are so glad that you enjoyed our lively atmosphere. For your next visit, if wish for a quieter corner be sure to ask the hosts-- we would love to accommodate any request within our means :)

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was wonderful!! Service was excellent .. will go again

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 20, 2023

    Thank you so much for your feedback-- looking forward to your next visit.

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  12. dbtucson

    Phoenix

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, service was terrific. You couldn't ask for a friendlier group of people when you are on your night out for dinner. Everyone, from the manager to all the wait staff, made our evening so enjoyable. We will return.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thank you so much for your feedback-- we appreciate your loyal support and look forward to seeing you again soon :)

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    The food did take about 50 mins to get to us but we knew that going into it. There’s games you can do to make time go faster plenty of TVs as well. Our meals were so yummy! We also had the homemade chips & dip we ate every single one of them. Overall our favorite was the fried chicken it was a meal you couldn’t stop eating, which was a lovely surprise. Ribs so tender sauce was flavorful just a bit gamy for me. Also had the steak frites dish that’s right there with the chicken so so tender and just fatty enough for it to be delicious! Those would be the 2 dishes I would get next time for sure. Happy we went here would go again my only complaint would be the waitress she wasn’t very attentive we had empty drinks never asked if I wanted another speciality cocktail, even non alcoholic I would have had another. Attitude was a bit off putting I asked for bottle water she snapped back and said No we don’t have that we have Canned water. Not sure why that was said cuz a bottle of water was brought to me 🤷‍♀️ all in all awesome place to eat you won’t be disappointed.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 15, 2023

    Wow, thank you so much for leaving us such a detailed review- your feedback is invaluable to us and allows us to continue improving! Our sincere apologies for anything less than perfect and we hope to see you again soon :)

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  14. ElizabethS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Visiting from out of town, found this place as a fluke. What a lucky find! The food was amazing and the cider on tap from Coronado brewing was thirst quenching and so tasty. I’d recommend this to anyone: couples on a date, ladies night drinks, or families out with kids. Great food and fun time for all!!

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 13, 2023

    Hi Elizabeth, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear about your experience and look forward to seeing you again soon :)

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  15. Abigail

    Tucson

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    good parking, lots of tables, busy, good drinks including mocktails, but takes a while to get your food & the wait staff are kind of mean girl vibes

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 13, 2023

    Hi Abigail, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

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  16. MaryH

    Tucson

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a great dinner last night and our service was excellent!

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 10, 2023

    Hi Mary, we love to hear about your awesome experience and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  17. KathyR

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Cool spot, used to be the old lumber store and the new owners did right by the building!

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 15, 2023

    Thanks for taking the time to leave us your feedback Kathy!

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  18. dbtucson

    Phoenix

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and terrific, friendly service that keeps us coming back every week. It was really busy but we didn't feel rushed and everyone from the hostess to our waitress to the manager made us feel welcome.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 9, 2023

    Thank you so much for your continued support-- we love to see that we can consistently WOW you. Looking forward to your next visit.

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  19. amyw

    Tucson

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience4
    Service people were very nice, however not enough people ~ took very long to get our food and then we found hair in it.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 9, 2023

    Hi Amy, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us your feedback. First and foremost we are sorry to hear about the aspects of your less visit that were anything less than perfect. This does not align with our standards. We would love the opportunity to make it up to you-- please give us a second opportunity to truly WOW you

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a regular spot for us. Consistently great food and service.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 2, 2023

    Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review-- looking forward to seeing you again soon!

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  21. LeeB

    Phoenix

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, service from the front door, server, well everything was perfect as always.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 2, 2023

    Thanks!

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  22. MelissaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    FIrst time coming here and I really enjoyed it! Food, service and games were great. Will be back for sure.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on November 2, 2023

    Thanks Melissa!

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  23. Biztravelfoodie

    Seattle

    158 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    158 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Very loud energetic eatery. Good food but not anything special. Servers work hard as a team Great place to watch a game or host a LARGE BOISTEROUS party

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 23, 2023

    Thanks for the feedback!

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  24. JasD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    We had to flag someone down to take our drink order after we had been sitting more than 20 minutes. After that, everything was good. Food was amazing.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 23, 2023

    We are sorry to hear that the beginning of your latest experience was a little bumpy-- but glad that it turned around. Hopefully we will see you again soon to WOW you from start to finish :)

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  25. Kathy

    Tucson

    35 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    We were a party of five, celebrating two birthdays. Food and service were good. Appreciated the two complimentary desserts (with candles) which added to the celebration. On a Friday afternoon for lunch, the restaurant was moderately busy which allowed for normal toned conversation. We had a great time!

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 23, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback and more importantly, celebrating with us!! We look forward to seeing you again soon :)

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  26. dbtucson

    Phoenix

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great and served hot -- that really matters. Our server was Michael, who was entertaining and on top of it. Thank you.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 23, 2023

    Thank you for your feedback-- looking forward to seeing you again soon!

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  27. Memaw

    Tucson

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Staff was great, we were seated at the metal chairs and the hostess asked if we would prefer the Soft chairs.. yes please and thank you. Food was good. Wine was a bit pricey.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 20, 2023

    Thanks for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback-- we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and drinks were excellent - it was all high quality and well seasoned. Craft cocktails were also very good. Would recommend!

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 19, 2023

    Thanks!

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  29. tjackson

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Had a mixed experience at Culinary Dropout. When we arrived, the place was packed with many people without reservations trying to get a table and crowding the reception stand. We were about 15 minutes early, so they asked us to wait at the bar while they prepared a table for us. The bar was very busy but had 4-5 bartenders serving drinks and customers. While we did get a glass of water fairly quickly, we then sat for 15 minutes and were ignored by the bartending crew?? This was of course very frustrating so I finally went back to reception and asked to be seated. We did comment on the poor Customer Service at the the bar. And to managements credit, the Bar Manager came over, offered a sincere apology and bought us a round of drinks. A perfect example of how a little management attention can turn around a bad customer experience. The wait staff and service at the table was very good and attentive. This place targets a younger demographic, as the music is loud and on this Sat night, they had a live DJ. Not the place to go if you want to have a conversation across the table or just do not like loud music while dining. Drinks were excellent and the food was good. We would consider coming back, if we were hosting younger relatives who would appreciate the "happening" ambiance. Hope this review is useful.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 19, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback-- we hope to see you again soon!

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  30. LJL2

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Fun casual place to go for good food and relaxation

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 16, 2023

    Thanks!

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  31. yakboy

    Phoenix

    134 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience2
    Really disappointed. We had a reservation for 4 at 5:45. We got there early and were told we would have to wait for our table to be cleared. There at least 20 open tables-we then waited another 10 minutes before the people at the front desk remembered we were waiting and realized that should have been seated. Our server Kya(?) was perky and wonderful but the food and drink service was really disjointed. Ordered appetizers as soon as we could and waited…ordered drinks and waited…and waited. Finally, someone other than our server brought them to the table. Ordered dinner before the appetizers arrived and waited…Then, to make things even more special, a DJ started playing an obnoxiously loud hip hop set. Now, mind you, we were on our way to The Black Angels concert so loud music was in our future but this was just stupid and annoying. Finally, a manager came by and apologized for the slow service. Which didn’t make any difference but we still waited and waited to finally get our food. Our server was great but our experience wasn’t a good one. Our friends apologized to us-they we’re quite embarrassed. It took forever to get out of there. We’ve been to the Culinary Dropout in Phoenix and have always been impressed. Tucson? Nope. Never again.

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  32. RichardD

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They make sure that you are happy with your visit

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 13, 2023

    Thank you Richard for the kind review! We hope to see you again soon. Have a wonderful day. My best, Zack Baum General Manager | Culinary Dropout Tucson

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  33. tastyeats

    Phoenix

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The energy was great, very lively and fun. The service was fantastic. The manager came by and asked how everything was, they appeared to be fully staffed. Three out of five of our meals were great. The Chopped Salad, The Chicken Sandwich and the Antipasto we would definitely order again. The Fish and Chips and Shaved Beef Sandwich were one and done. The fries were limp and barely room temperature.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 13, 2023

    Thanks for taking the time to leave us your feedback-- we hope to see you again soon!

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  34. ChefKen

    Tucson

    38 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    We booked through Open Table and notified the restaurant of our 2 food allergies. Our server, Michael, talked with the chef and came back with “allergy flash cards” for each menu item. He went over the entire menu using these and noted what we could order. However, despite his excellent effort, the kitchen “made a mistake” and had to redo one of our entrees. We waited for our food for at least 30 minutes not knowing what was going on. One of the managers finally told us and apologized. The food arrived minutes later but the other entree was wrong (a salad side instead of the fries side that was ordered). It was quickly corrected. The manager comped one entree, which we appreciated. We understand that mistakes happen, but so can communication! We will return because we liked the feel of the place and the server Michael was very good despite the kitchen staff letting him and us feeling disappointed.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 13, 2023

    Hi Ken, thanks for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We apologize for anything that was less than perfect but are very happy to hear about the service you received, looking forward to seeing you again soon!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent unique food cooked to culinary perfection. Fun, playful, and relaxed environment. Wait staff is attentive.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 5, 2023

    Thanks!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic fun place with really amazing food definitely something for everyone. Lots of things to do great for a big group

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 2, 2023

    Thanks!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    Been there twice now and both times it rooks well over an hour to get our food.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 2, 2023

    Hello, our apologies for the inconsistencies that occurred during you latest dining experiences. We would love the opportunity to rectify the situation-- hopefully we will see you again soon.

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  38. LisaB

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service, very attentive - and we were there late evening. Decibel level is high, would love if it were turned down a notch.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 2, 2023

    Thanks for the feedback Lisa-- hope to see you again soon!

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  39. dbtucson

    Phoenix

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and even better service. We had the steak frittes and cheap house salad (don't knock it -- it's a great salad). Food was great and served piping hot. Service was exceptional. Brie, our server, handles volume really well. Tiago, the manager who is always there, keeps things running smoothly and cheerful in what looks like chaos but thanks to him is not. We love this place.

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on October 2, 2023

    Thanks for the feedback!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience4
    Service was very slow and food was average (especially for how expensive it was).

    Culinary Dropout - TucsonResponded on September 26, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We would like to apologize for anything that was less than perfect this last visit and hope that we can regain your loyalty.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Culinary Dropout - Tucson using the Order Online button. Culinary Dropout - Tucson also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 203-0934.

Culinary Dropout - Tucson is rated 4.5 stars by 2524 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 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Culinary Dropout - Tucson

2543 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Midtown
  • 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
    Gastro Pub, Comfort Food, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet offered on weekend nights<br />
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (520) 203-0934
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Alain Garcia : (520) 203-0938
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