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About Culinary Dropout

Looking for great food in Gilbert? Culinary Dropout is a top-rated American restaurant with 4.40 stars.

★★★★☆ 4.40 rating (4325 reviews)
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Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

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.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

A. Rose

A. Rose

5 months ago

Always good! Every culinary dropout looks unique and stunning! Same great taste 😋 Sandwiches & salads 🥗 are my favorite 😍

Deb Maxwell

Deb Maxwell

year ago

Loved everything about Culinary Dropout. The food, service, cocktail’s & the atmosphere was wonderful. We all felt the prices were competitive for the area. Another plus, parking was a breeze with a garage right on property. We were looking for a special place to take out of town guests, friends recommended Culinary Dropout & they didn’t disappoint. We will certainly be going back to this gem. Give them a try, you won’t be disappointed!

Jennifer Lakner

Jennifer Lakner

8 months ago

My husband and I had dinner here. They have a dog friendly patio so we were able to bring our dog. We shared the steak frites entree and crispy popcorn shrimp appetizer. Both were delicious! Our server Dylan was great 10/10. Also we really enjoyed the music. My husband said “why haven’t we come here sooner”. Safe to say we will be back.

Anna Czmowski

Anna Czmowski

7 months ago

Culinary Dropout in Gilbert is always our go-to spot whenever friends or family come to visit! The atmosphere is fun and relaxed, the food is consistently amazing, and the service never misses a beat. Whether we’re stopping in for a casual lunch or a lively dinner out, it’s one of those places that truly has something for everyone. One thing I really appreciate about this location is how easy it is to get to as parking is a breeze thanks to the ramp right behind the restaurant. You can park and take a quick walk right over, which makes the whole experience even more enjoyable (especially during busier times). Every visit reminds us why this spot is such a favorite. The drinks are great, the food always comes out hot and flavorful, and the staff is friendly and attentive without ever feeling rushed. Culinary Dropout Gilbert never disappoints, and it’s the perfect place to show off one of the East Valley’s best dining experiences to out-of-town guests! 🍸🍴

Cara Mancuso

Cara Mancuso

5 months ago

Fun place for two Martini lunch. It took an incredibly long time to get our drinks but the food service was fast and the waitress was friendly. The food looked good and was good. We enjoyed the cocktails.

Gigi H.

Gigi H.

10 months ago

We had a wonderful lunch experience last weekend! The place is beautiful with a cozy atmosphere, and we were seated right away with no waiting time. The service was excellent — especially our server, Samantha💖. She was incredibly kind, quick, and took the time to explain everything in detail🥰. We really appreciated her attentiveness and professionalism. The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The decor added to the warm and welcoming vibe, making it a perfect spot for families to enjoy quality time together. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a relaxing dining experience. It’s a bit on the pricey side, but definitely worth it. We'll definitely be coming back!💖💖💖💖

Tayla White

Tayla White

3 months ago

Yesterday our womans group visited the Culinary Drop Out in Downtown Gilbert and we had the best time!! We had a couple reservations and there was a total of 28 people. We had 2 different tables and 2 different servers which was perfectly fine for our group! From the time I called to make the reservations to the time we left the customer service was amazing. It can be overwhelming when you have big parties but this resteraunt handled it so well. The hosts that greeted us and seated us were super friendly. The waiters were upbeat and fun. Even the staff that brought our food to the table were amazing. I've been to alot of resteraunts with big parties and often times you get people that are annoyed you are there but not here. Here they welcomed us!!! That is hard to find and impressive. Two ladies did have a problem with their orders however the resteraunt remade both items and the manager came over and talked with them and took those items off the bill. Obviously sometimes mistakes happen but its all in how it is handled that matters and the manager handled it so well and professional. We appreciated the staff and the food was delicious!!! The atmosphere? Perfect! We will definitely be going back!!

Roberto Hendy

Roberto Hendy

4 months ago

Sat at the bar and ordered drinks for happy hour. 15 minutes we were escorted to our table. Still had 5 minutes of happy hour so ordered another drink and some pretzel bites. Meals arrived at separate times but within acceptable limits. Food was prepared as we asked and everything was enjoyable and satisfying. No rush to leave after dining. Plenty of work staff.

Malik O'Neal

Malik O'Neal

3 months ago

The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Our waitress was extremely knowledgeable and provided great recommendations. The lighting is nice and there was some nice music being played in the back ground. The food was fresh and delicious. The drinks were tasty and reasonably strong. I would say our experience was a 5/5 no complaints and I would highly recommend.

MyVisit MyView

MyVisit MyView

2 months ago

We came here for a retirement party, what a perfect location! They offered a private room, with a buffet of food picked by the host and hostess, bar tenders and servers. Tables were decorated with table clothes, great service and the food was delicious and fresh! This place is huge and in a great location.

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking garage
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

383 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234, United States

Reservations

+1 480-418-3980

Hours

Open Now · Saturday 10 AM-12 AM
Thursday 11 AM-10 PM
Friday 11 AM-12 AM
Saturday 10 AM-12 AM
Sunday 10 AM-9 PM
Monday 11 AM-10 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-10 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-10 PM
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