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Culinary Dropout - Gilbert, Gilbert, AZ
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Culinary Dropout - Gilbert

4.7 (2556)
$30 and under
American
383 N Gilbert Road AZ, Gilbert, AZ 85234

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Private dining

What 2,556 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

Diners' Choice Awards

  • East Valley

    American

  • East Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Culinary Dropout in Gilbert offers a lively atmosphere with "fantastic service and outstanding food." Patrons enjoy the "unique signature cocktails" and live music, though some find it too loud. Consistent quality and "great options" make it a favorite for many, with dishes like the "fried chicken" and "fish & chips" receiving high praise.
2,556 Reviews
  1. TeresaD

    Phoenix1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The overall experience was good. I guess I ordered the wrong item. I had the spicy tuna sushi on crispy rice. I didn't realize that the crispy rice was a block of deep-fried rice that you could not even bite. So, for my lunch, I ate 4 bites of spicy tuna topping :( Love, love this restaurant, just wish there was a warning when you ordered this that it is really not edible.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Teresa, Thank you so much for your feedback and for your continued support — we truly appreciate your kind words about our restaurant! We're sorry to hear that the spicy tuna on crispy rice didn’t meet your expectations. The crispy rice is indeed deep-fried to create a crunchy texture, but it should still be enjoyable to bite into. We’ll definitely take your comment into consideration and look into how we can improve this dish! We’d love to make this right for you! Please, at your convenience, give us a call at 480-418-3980 and ask to speak with a manager. Thank you again and we hope to see you again soon. Candice

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  2. Jan VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service, and drinks were excellent! Beautiful place with great atmosphere. Fun menu options!
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Jan, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert! It's fantastic to know that our food, service, and drinks met your expectations. We're also glad you appreciated our atmosphere and menu options. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Candice

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  3. Sammuel

    St. Louis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great experience, me and my girlfriend loved the food and our service.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 5 days ago
    Hi there, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us 5 stars! We can't wait to see you next time! Candice

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  4. Susan VIP

    Phoenix13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful and creative cocktails. The food was delicious. And the servers were very helpful and attentive. Loved the live music and the overall ambiance!
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Susan, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our creative cocktails, delicious food, and the live music. It's always a pleasure to serve a customer who appreciates our effort to create a unique and enjoyable atmosphere. We're grateful for your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon! Candice

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  5. Jay VIP

    Phoenix8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food with great service and happy mood and vibes
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Jay, We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert! It's great to know that our food, service, and overall vibe added to your positive mood and vibes. We always aim to provide a happy and relaxed atmosphere for our guests. Thank you for your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon! Candice

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  6. Simone

    Phoenix10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been living in the valley for six years and had never eaten at Culinary Dropout, so when we planned an afternoon in the Hertiage District in Gilbert, we thought we'd give it a try. The menu would appeal to a wide variety of people, as most chain restaurants do. It is basic food. Nothing extraordinary. I wouldn't go back. There are many other choices around.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Simone, Thank you for giving us a try during your visit to the Heritage District. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t quite meet your expectations. While we aim to offer something for everyone, we also strive to create memorable dishes and a unique atmosphere. Your feedback is appreciated, and we’ll be sure to share it with our team as we continue to grow and improve. We hope you’ll consider giving us another chance in the future. Candice

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  7. Dan VIP

    Minneapolis - St. Paul17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd time eating here. Buttermilk chicken is very good as well as the deviled eggs.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on 28 May 2025
    Hi Dan, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our buttermilk chicken and deviled eggs! It's always a pleasure to know that our guests are enjoying their meals. We're sorry to see that you found the value a bit low - we always aim to provide the best quality and experience for our customers. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Candice

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  8. Tanner

    Phoenix1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We always enjoy culinary dropout; any location, but yesterday at Gilbert wasn’t as enjoyable. Everyone’s food was good, but my burger was pretty burnt and lacked overall flavor. We also LOVE live music, but the overall volume was way too loud, and the musician lacked energy and was boring to listen to.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on 28 May 2025
    Hi Tanner, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you always enjoy Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. However, we're sorry to hear that your recent experience didn't match your past visits. We take your comments about the food and the volume of the music very seriously, and we will certainly look into these issues. We always strive to provide a great dining experience, so we're sorry to hear that we fell short this time. We appreciate your love of live music and look forward to the opportunity to provide a more enjoyable experience on your next visit. Candice

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  9. Rhonda VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic experience at Culinary! We are never disappointed. Being that it was Saturday night, they had live music which we love and appreciate! The server was very friendly and efficient. I hope the No tax on tips helps there servers keep more of their money soon!
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on 28 May 2025
    Hi Rhonda, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. We're glad you enjoyed our live music and found our service efficient. We're always working on improving our customers' satisfaction. We hope to see you again soon! Candice

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  10. Gerry VIP

    Phoenix52 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. The staff is very attentive and food quality is outstanding. The rib cap is great when it’s available but this time I had the fried chicken.
    Culinary Dropout - GilbertResponded on 23 May 2025
    Hey Gerry, Thanks for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Culinary Dropout - Gilbert. Your compliments about our attentive staff and outstanding food quality truly mean a lot to us. We're glad you enjoyed our rib cap and fried chicken. We look forward to serving you again soon. Candice

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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 2556 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
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19:00
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383 N Gilbert Road AZ, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Additional information

  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
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