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Culinary Dropout Waterfront, Scottsdale, AZ

Culinary Dropout Waterfront

4.7
4.7
3522 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 98 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for outdoor dining
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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 3,522 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Culinary Dropout Waterfront offers an energetic atmosphere with "amazing live music" and "excellent service." While it can be "super loud," the vibrant ambiance is complemented by "delicious food" and a diverse menu. Service stands out, highlighted by attentive staff like CJ and Alyssa P. Ideal for a lively night out.

3,522 Reviews
  1. Patricia

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great server - it was load but that’s not the fault of the restaurant but of the guests who apparently felt everyone wanted to hear their drunken stories….
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the 5-star review, Patricia!

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  2. deena

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it!! Jake is such a friendly waiter!! The charcuterie is such a fun idea. Live music on Fridays that is wonderful.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the awesome review, Deena!

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  3. Steve

    Las Vegas

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience as first timer. Service was fantastic and the food was delicious.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the incredible review Steve!

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  4. Cindy

    VIP

    Oklahoma City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very loud. Not a place for conversation. Service a bit slow, but the food was good.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Cindy! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food at Culinary Dropout Waterfront. We understand that the noise level and slow service weren't ideal for your dining experience, and we sincerely apologize. We're always looking for ways to improve, and your feedback is invaluable to us. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon.

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  5. Adina

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a must-visit restaurant in Scottsdale. The food selection is incredible, the ambiance is perfect for a lively, fun evening, and the live music adds an excellent touch. The overall vibe is awesome!
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much Adina!

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  6. fred

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A little bit of a wait 15minutes early to reservation and seated 15 minutes after reservation time. Worth the wait better than average service excellent Steak frites, Salmon Salad, and pretzel with cheese
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much Fred!

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  7. Laura

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was attentive. Knowledgable and very pleasant. He even brought me complimentary bread to go with my leftover curry. My only downer was I didn’t have my wallet )credit card wallet) when I got home and I was hoping someone had turned it in. Esp because nice establishment. Nice clientele. But I called twice and no luck. That’s my fault though. Not sure how I lost it.
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Laura! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience here. It's always our pleasure to provide knowledgeable and attentive service, so we're glad we could help you out with the complimentary bread. We apologize for the inconvenience with your wallet. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you again soon.

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  8. Ben

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing service, great food and super loud! Well worth it just FYI if you are sensitive to that kind of thing. Will eat here again
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded on February 18, 2025
    Thank you for the 5-star review Ben! We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience and hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Dawn

    Des Moines

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food we had was delicious, and the service was great. It really would have been a 5-Star rating, but our first two choices for dinner (the salmon and the Peking Duck) weren’t available. I ordered the Spicy Vegan Curry, but there was no cauliflower in it. Instead, it tasted like they used a lot of shaved broccoli stems. I liked it a lot, but the ingredients weren’t all present. With all of that said, I won’t hesitate to be back!
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded on February 18, 2025
    Thank you for your review, Dawn! We're thrilled you enjoyed our food and service! We appreciate your feedback and will ensure we focus on our ingredients and preparation! Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. maria

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    1.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Took over 10 mins to even get acknowledged and to order water. Food came out incorrect and took 45 mins. Service wasn’t great, food was mediocre and not worth the wait
    Culinary Dropout WaterfrontResponded on February 18, 2025
    Hello Maria! Thank you for taking time to leave a review! We apologize that we missed the mark on your last visit! We would love to hear more about your experience so we can continue to coach and grow as a team! I look forward to hearing from you!

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Culinary Dropout Waterfront is rated 4.7 stars by 3522 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 98 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

  • Neighbourhood
    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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