Discover Culinary Dropout, a vibrant Restaurants in Scottsdale, AZ, known for bold flavors, warm hospitality, and a true taste of the islands. With a 4.40-star rating from 3612 reviews, we’re proud to offer great service and quality and accessible facilities for a welcoming dining experience.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Culinary Dropout
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
cinnamon apple brioche & vanilla ice cream
chocolate ganache, espresso fudge, whipped cream, toffee crunch
praline mousse, cornflake peanut butter crunch, vanilla crema
grape tomato, cucumber, heirloom carrot, parmesan, buttermilk ranch
avocado, bacon, heirloom tomato, white cheddar, deviled egg, bacon bbq ranch
purple cabbage, avocado, sesame, roasted cashew, fresno, dried mango, thai curry vinaigrette
bartlett pear, ancient grains, date, pistachio, toasted mulberry, white cheddar, maple tahini vinaigrette
toasted cheese croutons
served with fries
served with fries
served with fries
meat, cheese, bun, served with fries
chicken sausage, roasted mushroom, spinach, calabrian panna, pecorino bread crumb
charred scallion, bok choy, soft egg, crispy onion, yuzu sticky rice, thai chili
broccolini, smashed potato, gravy
butternut squash, toasted couscous, garden herb pesto, crispy brussels sprouts served medium
coleslaw, tartar sauce
prime skirt steak, black truffle butter, french fries
buttermilk biscuit, smashed potato, gravy
jalapeño, molasses, fries
griddled sweet potato, eggplant, snap pea, bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, black rice
bacon, breakfast potatoes, grilled bread
butter toasted almond, banana caramel, chantilly
tavern ham, white cheddar, avocado, ciabatta, potato hash
slow roasted bbq pork, crispy potato, charred onion, poblano pepper, sunny side up egg, flour tortilla
egg white, black bean, avocado, roasted zucchini, red pepper, chipotle yogurt, pumpkin seed, pico de gallo
sunny side up egg, spicy old bay gravy, fresh herbs
egg, sausage, crispy potato, avocado, sour cream, provolone fondue
prosciutto, soppressata, aged cheddar, mozzarella, asparagus, deviled Eggs, grilled ciabatta
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Enjoy the crisp and refreshing taste with sweet, smooth cherry flavor.
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Change up your routine with the bright, bubbly, fruity orange flavor.
Sparkling mineral water, sourced and bottled in Monterrey, Mexico, offering a refreshing and crisp taste.
fontina, horseradish crème fraîche, au jus
double cheeseburger, onion, lettuce, pickle, 1000 island
havarti, bacon, mayo, house bbq sauce
pretzel roll, swiss, coleslaw, 1000 island
japanese milk bread, spicy miso aioli, napa slaw, hoisin
avocado, kimchi rice, chili crunch, sweet soy
black bean, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo
sea salt
zucchini, grilled lemon, roasted garlic aioli
gochujang, mint, cilantro
fresh pomegranate seed, apricot preserve, pistachio crunch, grilled ciabatta
"It's better the next day" Changes daily, please call the store for details
honey mustard crème fraiche
buffalo sauce, honey mustard seed, shaved carrots & celery, parmesan
famous onion dip
Hear from our valued guests
I've been meaning to check this place out for the last 15 years and finally got around to it. The Princess drink is great. The deviled eggs and pretzels are a must try!
I’ve been waiting to eat here for a while and left very happy. Don’t skip the antipasto portion of the menu. These are beautifully composed small plates that are perfect for sharing. We did the deviled eggs and the smoked salmon dip. Both excellent. We also had the Mississippi mud pie, which might be the best I’ve ever had. Manager came by to see if we were happy and we felt very taken care of.
One of the best servers I've had the pleasure of meeting, CJ, really made our day! He steered up towards great food, tasteful drinks and lovely conversation. The crispy brussel sprouts and the shrimp were delicious. Looking forward to more meals there during our stay!
Really great food and significant variety of options, including vegetarian. Venue is a bit loud, but it was nice to be part of a lovely crowd. And Sean was an attentive, friendly and helpful server!
Such a cool place. Staff here is super chill, and the food was delicious! Will recommend for anyone in PHX.Turkey pastrami was amazing.
One of the best meals I’ve ever eaten! Get the shrimp rice appetizer because it’s both unique and delicious! Then build your own charcuterie board! Everything was so yummy. The service was fabulous and the vibe was chill. I can’t wait to go back!
Absolutely loved this place! The food was amazing — we had the breakfast burritos, pretzel bites with cheese fondue, and an appetizer that was just delicious. The mocktails were refreshing and beautifully made, and even the bottled water had personality (“Wish you were beer” — loved that!). The atmosphere was fun and vibrant, perfect for brunch or lunch with friends. The service was attentive and friendly, and everything came out quickly. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to next time I’m in town!
Culinary Dropout absolutely delivered. Despite the bustling crowd, our wait time was surprisingly reasonable. The food was outstanding! The steak and frites was perfectly cooked and came with a refreshing, delicious salad. The prime rib dip was tender and incredibly tasty. And don’t get me started on the Banana Bar for desert! We had top notch service. Garett was professional, warm, and genuinely accommodating. Even with the high volume, he never missed a beat—checking in, offering recommendations, and making us feel like we were one of his only tables. When we encountered a minor issue, Jake (the manager) came by, apologized and made everything right. Culinary Dropout proves that even on a packed night, excellence doesn’t take a back seat. Our bellies are full, happy, and we can’t wait to come back!
Stopped into Culinary Dropout while in Scottsdale for our beloved San Francisco Giants spring training, and let’s just say… this place actually lives up to the hype. The vibe? On point. Cool without trying too hard, lively without being chaotic, exactly what you want when you’re out enjoying vacation in Scottsdale. But the real standout was our server, Nicole. In a world where decent service is becoming a rare commodity, Nicole came in and absolutely crushed it. Attentive, knowledgeable, and actually engaged with us, instead of doing the drive-by “everything good?” routine. She walked us through the specials, the cocktails, and made the whole experience seamless. Restaurants can have good food and a fun atmosphere all day long, but great service is what people remember, and Nicole delivered. Nicole understood the assignment. 👏 Give that woman a raise!
went here for a valentine’s day brunch and split the whipped feta, prosciutto deviled eggs, banana french toast, and had the southwest bowl. the whipped feta was probably the best part, it had pomegranate and apricot jam in it and was whipped to perfection. phenomenal flavor combination and a must have. the prosciutto devil eggs were good but nothing noteworthy, and the southwest bowl was also great flavor combination but nothing out of this world. the banana french toast was delicious. the creme and almond pieces were great additions to the toast flavor profile. nice and fluffy. also would recommend. our service was incredible, our server was kind and very attentive. he had great suggestions and was funny. the atmosphere was amazing. unique ambiance of up scale and also edgy with the live music, chandeliers, and famous musicians like bob marley on the walls.
Common questions about Culinary Dropout
Culinary Dropout is located at 7135 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, United States, Scottsdale, AZ, United States.
You can reach Culinary Dropout by calling +1 480-970-1700.
Culinary Dropout has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 3612 customer reviews.
Culinary Dropout features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Culinary Dropout features the following service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Culinary Dropout features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Live music, Serves local specialty.
Culinary Dropout features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Culinary Dropout features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Late-night food, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Culinary Dropout features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Culinary Dropout features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi.
Culinary Dropout features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy, Upmarket.
Culinary Dropout features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists, University students.
Culinary Dropout features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
Culinary Dropout features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Culinary Dropout features the following children: High chairs, Kids' menu.
Culinary Dropout features the following parking: Free parking garage, Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Plenty of parking, Valet parking.
Culinary Dropout features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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