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Culinary Dropout - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.5
4.5
727 Reviews
$30 and under
American
1120 S Tryon St suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28203

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 42 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!

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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–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

  • Easter Brunch at Culinary Dropout

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Easter, the Dropout Way. 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 Easter brunch on April 20th.
    Easter Brunch at Culinary Dropout Photo

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What 727 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 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 offers an enjoyable dining experience with "delicious food" and a "fun, vibrant atmosphere." Guests appreciate the live music and creative cocktails. The service is often highlighted as attentive and friendly, though there are occasional delays. Overall, it's a "fantastic spot" for date nights and celebrations.
727 Reviews
  1. Sherry

    Charlotte12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Brunch was excellent! The scrambled eggs were outstanding which says a lot because how to you make eggs exceptional? (Very creamy and flavorful but with texture if that makes sense). The fried chicken biscuit with gravy was great as well, tender with good flavor. The negative…they were out of regular coffee and only had decaf. We arrived at 10:30am and live music began as we were leaving around noon. We’ll definitely keep this place on our brunch rotation and hopefully the coffee issue was a one-off.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded today
    Thanks for the review, Sherry! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your brunch at Culinary Dropout - Charlotte. It's great to know that our scrambled eggs, fried chicken biscuit with gravy, and the live music all hit the mark for you. We apologize for the temporary outage with our coffee and will have that back soon. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Looking forward to seeing you on your next brunch rotation! Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  2. Montez

    St. Louis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Erik was the best server ever! His Everdean’s engagement was everything!!
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded today
    Thanks for the review, Montez! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us at Culinary Dropout - Charlotte. It's wonderful to know that Erik made your visit memorable. We strive to provide excellent service and it's heartening to hear that we hit the mark for you. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  3. Leslie VIP

    Charlotte14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always great and the live music duo is terrific and adds to the ambiance.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded today
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy our great food and that the live music enhances the ambiance of the experience. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all our guests, and it's fantastic to know that our efforts resonate with you. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable visit! Cheers, Sean Simon General Manager

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  4. Candice

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dropped in for a birthday lunch and it was a wonderful experience. Our server was attentive and provided excellent recommendations for drinks and dishes since it was our first visit. 

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  5. Latonya

    Charlotte5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious! I thoroughly enjoyed the butternut squash and kale salad. My friends ordered the pub burger and fried chicken entrees. The fried chicken entree came with 3 pieces of chicken, a biscuit, smashed potatoes and coleslaw - totally worth every penny. Nice ambience, spacious with several tv's at the bar. Pleasantly surprised by the live music!
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Latonya, We're over the moon to hear that you had such a wonderful time! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our butternut squash and kale salad and that the pub burger and fried chicken entree added to your dining experience. We're also glad to hear that you appreciated the ambience and live music. We strive to provide a unique and enjoyable experience for our guests, and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  6. Tom VIP

    Philadelphia66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time dining here and food and atmosphere was great. Hostess was friendly and we were seated right away. Server was great and visited us several times during our meals. Everyone’s order was correct and food was all excellent.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Tom, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great dining experience! It's wonderful to know that you appreciated our food and atmosphere, and that our server was able to provide attentive service. We always strive to provide our guests with the best possible experience. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Sean Simon General Manager

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  7. Tamara

    Greensboro4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing hot and fresh!! The waiter was super friendly and very attentive!!! I loved everything about it and will be returning❤️
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Tamara, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Culinary Dropout - Charlotte! It's wonderful to know that our food was hot and fresh and our service was attentive. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We're already looking forward to your next visit. Thanks for the high ratings! Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  8. Jennifer

    Charlotte3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Very loud!! Very crowded! Very expensive!! Foo was mediocre at best. Service was good, but waitstaff wears inappropriate street clothes, so you can’t tell if they are employees or lost customers.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Jennifer. We're sorry to hear that your experience was less than perfect. We always aim to provide an enjoyable atmosphere and top-notch service, so it's disappointing to hear that this wasn't the case during your visit. We also acknowledge your feedback about the staff's attire - we're always looking to improve. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into account. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Sean Simon General Manager

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  9. Allen

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service if your looking for basic menu it has some but more for if you have open mind for food duck fried rice I get it ever time
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded today
    Thank you so much for leaving us a 5-star rating - it's much appreciated! We're glad to know you love the duck fried rice, it's one of our favorites too! Best, Sean Simon General Manager

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  10. Jim

    Charlotte284 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit and really enjoyed it. The atmosphere is casual and warm. The staff is well trained and attentive. The food selection was good and our meals were delicious. The cocktails are creative and enjoyable. Definitely worth checking out.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded on April 5, 2025
    Hey Jim, Thanks for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great first visit. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our casual atmosphere, our attentive staff, and our creative cocktails. We're glad to hear that you found our food selection and meals to your liking! Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another enjoyable experience. Best, 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 727 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation


Booked 42 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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