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Culinary Dropout

Gastropub, New American Restaurant, and Rock Club$$$$

Fashion Square, Scottsdale

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Culinary Dropout

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Ranked #9 for barbecue in Scottsdale
This gastropub is famous for their pretzels. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"The pretzel fondue one of the most amazing things I have ever eaten."(18 Tips)
"Pretzel bread Is amazing"(5 Tips)
"highly recommend the Turkey pastrami sandwich"(4 Tips)
"Pretzel bites are a must!"(4 Tips)

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FarrahMarch 25, 2012
you need to order the pretzel fondue, this is a fact. great happy hour specials, the manager is great - amazing customer service, if you go, you will leave happy :) friends loved the tuna salad.
Ricky PottsJuly 12, 2013
Thirsty? Order the brown bag special. It's $1.95. It's basically cheap beer! Fun story behind the name. Drown your sorrows with the server that coined this concept. Cheers!
Ashley 🌵August 20, 2014
Pretzels! I think most of the appetizers are better than the entrees. Desserts are soooo good too. Great ambiance. Gets pretty loud the later in the night it gets. Love the seating and chandeliers.
Haley BuntrockNovember 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Live music is Fridays and Saturdays, super fun environment but it will be super LOUD then too. If you can handle the noise, order the fondue and after dinner don't miss the caramel popcorn.
Ref LJune 29, 2015
Place gets packed. Open table reservation let skip the line. Pretzel Fondue would've been great had cheese been more heated. For some reason the bar was holding up our drinks. Even empty. And canned.
Kraig KittelApril 28, 2018
The hamburger was delicious, get the 20 oz Firestone Walker 805 beer and not get the Korean shrimp & chicken on a stick.
Louis BaltimoreDecember 31, 2015
The fried chicken is out of this world. For those tips on here saying to avoid it- they must have changed it up. Great sizes portion. So crispy!
Kennie RaeOctober 20, 2010
The chef that created the concepts for Culinary was so innovative and creative. This is a one of a kind concpet and really brings a new taste to comfort food! They often have specials and unique menu
Jay HartwigApril 21, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Coolest place to grab lunch in the area! Pretzels never disappoint. Try a smashed Irishman.
Ashley QuaileJune 11, 2016
Been here 5+ times
The food was so good! It is very popular there so it can be hard to get a table
Chelsea BrogiAugust 4, 2013
Awesome food! The pretzel fondue is the best thing ever. A little expensive if you're on a college budget, but totally worth it! Decent happy hour specials!
Anthony DuranFebruary 8, 2017
Nice little spot along Camelback across from the mall with great food, drinks friendly staff and great people watching views.
Catie HahneNovember 14, 2013
The Pretzel Fondue is quite amazing. I have never come here and didn't like what I ordered. The service is always great and it's a fun place to hang out.
Della ZMay 19, 2013
Love the atmosphere of this place. They don't take reservations for small parties, but the wait goes quickly. The tomato bisque soup was amazing!
Taylor AlexanderNovember 18, 2013
Love this place, just like all the other Fox restaurants! Mostly for the simple menu and live acoustic music on the weekends! They have a great happy hour too!
Amber TriniereAugust 3, 2013
Amazing food! Probably because half the menu is dedicated to alcohol, however if your vegetarian you may have to think outside the box while trying to figure out what you can eat here.
Chelsea FitzgeraldJuly 4, 2015
I had the prezels and povolone fondue and the pork belly ramen.... it was amazing! A must try.
Cathleen RichardsJuly 14, 2014
Try a shot of Chartreuse at Culinary Dropout. It's made by French monks. @CulinaryDr0p0ut #greenliqueur
Brian SoperDecember 8, 2016
Cool place with great beer selection and tasty burgers...too bad not staffed adequately....painfully slow/overwhelmed staff
Jennifer YuOctober 30, 2022
Easy to get a reservation and best to do before it gets crowded. Nice outdoor seating!
Cailin KoyDecember 21, 2014
Hip gourmet-style pub food - try the the pretzel bites and fondue!
David LaSpalutoAugust 20, 2011
Fried chicken has a distinctly strong honey taste, a little off-putting to me, my wife, & a friend. Nothing wrong with it per se, & perfectly prepared. Just not to our liking.
PHOENIX MagazineFebruary 5, 2011
Named one of the 2010 Best New Restaurants. Try the pork belly Cubano. Don't skip the skillet of hot, gooey apple monkey bread. Order it when your entree arrives, as it's baked to order. Read more
Ben HernandezAugust 2, 2014
Awesome and ambiance and the shaved prime rib sandwich is oh la la
Braelyn SmithMay 1, 2010
Order the pork ribs- sauce made with jalapeño and molasses- not too spicy not too sweet. Meat literally falls off the bone, so delicious. I subbed a salad for my fries too. All meals are under $20!
Suzette ValleNovember 9, 2015
Try the Broccoli Beer and Cheddar soup! So good!
Varadh JainAugust 27, 2017
The sweet corn ravioli is a must try here!
Janelle EricssonNovember 8, 2010
Don't let the name discourage you. The food here is kinda pricy for a college budget but worth every penny. My favorite is the house made fettucine! Also they have nearly 50 different beers choices!
Raj SuriFebruary 14, 2010
Everyone had awesome food - not a single bad item. I had the braised short rib pasta and it was amazing! shrimp po boy was excellent as well the pretzel appetizer was a great starter.
Landry BillupsJuly 28, 2012
I highly recommend the Turkey pastrami sandwich with Swiss cheese on a pretzel roll. Savory.....I also recommend you plan a nap.
Megan MooreApril 11, 2011
If going with a large party, call ahead! They only have 2 or so tables that can accommodate. Very good food! Fondue pretzels and many grilled cheese is the best!
Sam WhitmanJanuary 22, 2015
Little pricy but excellent foof drinks! Great place of you want to splurge a little (;
NikuJuly 13, 2015
Really awesome food and atmosphere. Used to be a pink taco. Lexi is awesome.
Mary CaseyFebruary 21, 2016
I come here for the prime rib dip, it's the best I have ever had
Tatum HengelAugust 17, 2019
Try the pulled pork nachos and the Italian grinder! Both are shareable portions.
Ben BoydNovember 11, 2010
Located 15 mins north of campus. Great atmosphere and all of their menu items are delicious. Wide variety and a great place for happy hour drinks and appetizers.
Libby HagedonMay 24, 2013
They have great food for happy hour (bar only), but for the life of me I cannot tell the difference between who works here and who is a customer.
Heather StevensJuly 7, 2013
Pretzels, grilled artichoke, Italian Salad, glasses of Reisling....best dinner in a long time!!
Bunny ChanelJanuary 10, 2016
Food was amazing! Great service! Fried chicken is enough for two people!
Andy BrownAugust 31, 2013
Good vibe in the restaurant. Friendly attentive and helpful staff. Good local beers.
Eric HoMay 6, 2013
Order the Pretzel Fondue and wash them down with a beer from their impressive beer list.
M !March 23, 2013
Great Beer list! You HAVE to try the pretzel bread & provolone fondue. .. Cheers!
kay t.October 16, 2016
pretzels are delish. and the fried chicken is grrreat!
Joshua HoffertApril 1, 2019
Great place to hang out and have a great cocktail or food.
Tonia JohnsonAugust 11, 2013
The meatloaf was as good as promised. And the house chips and onion dip just as good.
cindy tekobbe (née Cowles)February 22, 2010
Fried chicken is great, as are fish and chips. Definitely share the pretzel appetizer. All cocktails are made with fresh and/or in-house ingredients.
David LaSpalutoAugust 20, 2011
Crispy shrimp Caesar salad hits the spot - though the shrimp is battered/fried, there's nothing greasy about it. (And as others have said, YES, the pretzels.)
Lori LeonettiDecember 7, 2013
Burrata appetizer was amazing.
CristopherOctober 24, 2013
Been here 10+ times
$2 brown bag beer special is where it's at.
Jonathan DavisAugust 24, 2011
Fried chicken is amazing... they don't give you much mashed potatoes though... you might need to order a side and split it with a friend.

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