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Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Tempe, Tempe, AZ

Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Tempe

4.5
4.5
3609 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 96 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
  • Good for groups
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 9:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (480) 240-1601
  • 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 can accommodate your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Our Special Events Team! : (480) 265-3485
  • Neighbourhood
    Tempe
  • Cross Street
    1st and Farmer Ave.
  • Parking details
    Private lot and valet
  • Public transit
    Light rail adjacent
  • Entertainment
    Live music Wednesday through Saturday nights.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Limited-Time Holiday Pop-Up Bar in Tempe

    US$6.00 per person

    Nov 20, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Join us from 11/20/24 - 12/31/24 for a festive experience with very merry cocktails, over-the-top décor, and endless opportunities to get sleighed with holiday fun. A $6 per person donation will be collected to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley. For parties of 11 or more please call us at 480.240.1601.
    Limited-Time Holiday Pop-Up Bar in Tempe photo

What 3,609 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Valley

    Hot spot

  • East Valley

    American

  • East Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Culinary Dropout at the Yard in Tempe offers a vibrant dining experience with "great atmosphere" and "amazing food." Guests love the "live music" and diverse menu options. While some mention noise levels, the "outstanding service" and "fantastic cocktails" make it a top choice for a lively night out.

3,609 Reviews
  1. Kenneth

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great Service was very slow Was asked if we wanted check instead of more drinks. Just weird. Probably one time thing. Will go back.
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded today
    Hello Kenneth, thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food, and we truly appreciate your understanding regarding the slow service. We're sorry for the unusual experience with the check, and we'll make sure to address this with our team. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon for a smoother experience!

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  2. Shelley

    VIP

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time with friends at Bar Blitzen. The decor was super cute and the drinks and food was good. I think if they had more personalized Christmas cups to serve the holiday drinks in, it would be better.
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded today
    Hello Shelley, thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you and your friends had a great time at Bar Blitzen and enjoyed the decor, drinks, and food. We appreciate your suggestion for more personalized Christmas cups and will definitely take that into consideration for next year. We look forward to welcoming you back for another festive experience!

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  3. Natalie

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    It was just alright. The food was good but service was lacking. First time there and probably won’t be back.
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded today
    Hello Natalie, thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food, but we’re sorry to hear that the service didn’t meet your expectations. We take your comments seriously and will work on improving in that area. We would love to hear more about your visit so we can bring your comments to the appropriate server, and we would also love a chance to make things right. We hope to hear from you soon.

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  4. Kelly

    VIP

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service wasn’t the best , had to ask for a glass of water 4 times and asked for appetizer plates over 4 times finally had to get a manager to get them . Wanted us out by 7:00 and we were finished but had to wait for waitress for quite some time . We could have left without paying and nobody would have even known ! If the service was better it would have been a great experience, unfortunately they’d not what we received .
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded today
    Hello Kelly, thank you for your feedback, and we're truly sorry for the service issues you experienced. It's clear that we fell short of expectations, and we sincerely apologize for the delays and lack of communication. We understand how frustrating this must have been and will address these concerns with our team to ensure better service moving forward. We truly appreciate your feedback, and we would love a chance to show you that this is not the usual standard of service you should expect from us. If you would kindly reply to this response, we would love a chance to make things right. We hope to hear from you soon.

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  5. Elizabeth

    VIP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food - helpful staff and great ambiance!
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded today
    Hello Elizabeth, thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the service, food, and ambiance. Our team works hard to create a welcoming experience, and it's great to know that it made an impact. We hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Brian

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks were absolutely delicious, couldn’t have asked for better. Very reasonable prices. Loved the environment too. Classy without being TOO fancy.
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded today
    Hello Brian, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and atmosphere. It's great to know you appreciated the balance of a classy yet relaxed environment. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic experience soon!

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  7. Matthew

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great. New menu items which was a surprise but made this visit more fun and eager to try something new. Only complaint is some of the menus prices. Could only wish it wasn’t $37 for the Korean Ribeye and the portion made the price not worth it either. Everything else was great
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Matthew, thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the service and were excited to try the new menu items. We truly appreciate your thoughts on the Spicy Korean Ribeye, and we’ll definitely take your comments about portion sizes and pricing into consideration. We're happy everything else met your expectations, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another great experience!

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  8. Samantha

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Waited for our table, even with reservations. The food gave me a stomach ache and our waitress had a bit of an attitude. Not my best experience with culinary dropout
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Samantha, thank you for sharing your feedback, and we're truly sorry to hear about your experience. We apologize for the wait, especially with a reservation, and for the discomfort you felt after your meal. This is certainly not the experience we aim to provide. We’ll address your concerns with our team to ensure better service and food quality moving forward. We also apologize for the server having an attitude, that is not the standard here and there is no excuse for their behavior. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, we would love to hear more about your visit so we may bring your comments to the appropriate server and hopefully we can get a chance to make things right. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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  9. Troy

    Phoenix

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great hidden gem in tempe. Good food, great service. I loved the vibe there.
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Troy, thank you for your kind words! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and vibe. It's great to be considered a hidden gem in Tempe! We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic experience.

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  10. Raquelle

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was phenomenal and completely made our night! The food was great and the ambiance was awesome. We loved everything about the restaurant
    Culinary Dropout at the Yard - TempeResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Raquelle, thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your server made such a positive impact on your experience, and we're delighted that you enjoyed the food and ambiance as well. It's wonderful to know you loved everything about the restaurant, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience!

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Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Tempe is rated 4.5 stars by 3609 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 96 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Tempe

149 S Farmer Ave, Suite 103, Tempe, AZ 85281

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    1st and Farmer Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Tempe
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 9:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private lot and valet
  • Public transit
    Light rail adjacent
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live music Wednesday through Saturday nights.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (480) 240-1601
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Culinary Dropout can accommodate your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Our Special Events Team! : (480) 265-3485
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