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Culinary Dropout Waterfront, Scottsdale, AZ

Culinary Dropout Waterfront

4.6
4.6
3431 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 126 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
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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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 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (480) 970-1700
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, 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
    Our Special Events Team! : (480) 322-0574
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Scottsdale
  • Parking details
    Valet available
  • Entertainment
    Live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 3,431 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Culinary Dropout Waterfront offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food and service" in a lively atmosphere. Highlights include the "Katsu chicken sando" and "pretzels with cheese fondue." While the ambiance is buzzing with live music, some guests find it "too loud" for conversation. Reservations are recommended for a seamless visit.

3,431 Reviews
  1. Jan

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took my family there last night, and everything was spectacular! We sat on the patio, and three of us ordered the Korean Ribeye Cap, one ordered the Fish & Chips, one ordered a pasta dish, one ordered a salad, and the child in our group got the Chicken tenders. We also ordered the Brussel spouts and the Pretzel Bites for appetizers. Every dish we ordered was cooked properly and tasted great, and the service was top notch! Thank you so much for the awesome pre-Thanksgiving meal with my family!
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Jan! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a fantastic time at Culinary Dropout Waterfront. It's great to know that you enjoyed the Korean Ribeye Cap, Fish & Chips, pasta dish, and the Chicken tenders! We take pride in our food and service, and it's rewarding to hear that we hit the mark with you. We're looking forward to your next visit!

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  2. Joyce

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been to Culinary Dropout before but not to this location. Traffic very busy around here as the Scottsdale Fashion mall right across the street. Service was excellent, food was as well. Of course all restaurant meals are too expensive these days but it was reasonable and portions were good. Would definitely return.

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  3. Candelario

    Hawaii

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch was great! Our server was incredible!! She did an amazing job!
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great lunch here. We're especially glad to know that our service met your expectations. We always strive to provide excellent service and it's great to know we hit the mark for you. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  4. Jessica

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t remember our servers name but he was amazing, the food was amazing and we loved it!
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Culinary Dropout Waterfront. It's great to know that our food and service met your expectations. Your kind words are a testament to the hard work our team puts into providing a memorable dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Michele

    St. Louis

    38 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Patio heaters weren’t on. Hostess was a tad rude. Our server was a delight. Good food and drinks.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Michele, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Culinary Dropout Waterfront. We're glad to hear that you found our food and drinks to be good. We apologize for the oversight with the patio heaters and the rudeness of our hostess. We're always looking to improve and your feedback is invaluable in this process. We're looking forward to serving you again and hope that this time, our patio heater will be working perfectly.

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  6. Kimberly

    Tucson

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server CJ was AMAZING! Best server ever! He was so prompt.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 5 days ago
    We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional experience here! It's always our goal to provide prompt, friendly service to our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your high ratings and your feedback regarding our food and value. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  7. Pamela

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Mixed review. Positive: Food was good, served warm, and at a good pace. Staff were friendly. Ambiance was nice. Negative: Side door was kept cracked all evening. My friend and I kept having to get up to close it, as it was chilly. Incorrect appetizer was brought out. Fixed pretty quickly. First drink, room service, served in a small coup was overflowing and the server spilled. My friend ordered a 9 oz glass of the sparkling rose', in which she was brought a Prosecco. Returned the Prosecco, and then it was brought back, and she was told they no longer had the sparkling rose'. She kept the Prosecco. Also a 9 oz serving, served in a small coup and spilled not just on the table and floor, but on my friend. Not the appropriate glass for sparkling wine of any type. Not complaining, but honest critque. Although the 'young' staff were friendly and wanted to do right, it appeared they are not trained properly.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your honest feedback! We're glad you enjoyed our food and found our staff friendly. We apologize for the inconvenience with the side door and the misunderstanding with our sparkling rose. We'll address these issues with our team. We hope to serve you again and provide a better experience. Thank you again!

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  8. Emily

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was very friendly and helpful. Our food was hot and fresh, and came out quicker than I had expected from a place like that…which is a good thing! The ONLY negative thing was my MIL’s salad was a little disappointing and I even asked them to remake it but it came out the exact same way with no difference from before. My food was absolutely delicious and I will be dreaming about my prime rib French dip sandwich tonight lol.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded on November 18, 2024
    Hey, thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and found our staff to be friendly. We apologize for any disappointment with your MIL's salad, we always aim to impress with our food. We look forward to serving you another prime rib French dip sandwich soon.

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  9. james

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great young waitress and very good food. The menu is a bit limited but if you find something you like you will be happy having it here. It’s loud so be ready to lean in when you talk.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded on November 18, 2024
    We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience here! It's great to know that you appreciated our service and found our food to be good. We understand that the noise level can sometimes make it difficult to have a conversation, and we're sorry if it affected your experience. We're always looking for ways to improve, and your feedback is invaluable to us. Thank you for your kind words and we look forward to serving you again soon.

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  10. Scott

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location, great decor, great people working there!
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded on November 18, 2024
    We're over the moon to hear that you enjoyed your visit here! It's wonderful to know that our location, decor, and people made a positive impression on you. We strive to provide our guests with an exceptional dining experience and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We're looking forward to your next visit.

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Culinary Dropout Waterfront is rated 4.6 stars by 3431 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 126 times today

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Google Map for Culinary Dropout Waterfront

7135 E Camelback Rd, Ste 125, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Scottsdale
  • 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 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet available
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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