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Culinary Dropout - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.5
4.5
708 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 68 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!

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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 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–00:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • 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 - Charlotte can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Our Special Events Team! : (980) 595-3979
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Southend
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 708 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Charlotte

    Hot spot

  • Charlotte

    Most Booked

  • Charlotte

    Hot spot

  • Charlotte

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Culinary Dropout in Charlotte is a lively spot offering "excellent food and service" with a diverse menu and delightful atmosphere. Guests rave about the live music and cocktails. While some mention service inconsistencies, the "friendly staff" and "great vibe" encourage return visits. Popular dishes include ribs, roasted brussels, and breakfast burritos.
708 Reviews
  1. AJ

    Charlotte4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our bridesmaids dinner here, and our server,Ben, was great. Our food came out within a good time for us. The noise level was a bit loud, but overall we enjoyed ourselves!

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    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Food, service, and environment. I'd recommend Culinary Dropout HIGHLY!!

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  3. Jeffrey

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was first rate. Duck and shrimp stir fry was terrific and kale salad was delicious.

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  4. Lea

    Charlotte3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
     This was our second experience with culinary dropout. The food is consistently delicious and the environment in atmosphere is fun but comfortable. The service was not as good this time, but we would still definitely return.

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  5. Kenya VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience it was a night out for me and my friends, and our waitress attended to all our needs made this experience very pleasant. Explained our food choices as this was our first time and went to the extent of explaining different drinks to us so we can make perfect choices for us overall it was a great experience and we would definitely attend again. 
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Kenya! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a great experience. It's wonderful to know that our team was attentive to your needs and that you felt well-explained about our menu. We're always here to make your first visit a pleasant one. We look forward to serving you again. Sean Simon General Manager

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful experience — looking forward to coming back!
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Hi, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience. Your kind words about our food and service truly made our day. We're committed to providing the best for our guests and your feedback is a great affirmation. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best Regards, Sean Simon General Manager

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  7. Joy

    Wilmington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding! We ate and ate. My Tijuana spa drink was fabulous and the server absolutely top notch. I will return.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Joy! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our Tijuana spa drink and found our service top notch. We always strive to provide our guests with an outstanding dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sean Simon General Manager

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  8. Rich

    Charleston6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food variety and quality was good for the price. We sat outside on a Sunday around 1:00 pm. Waitress was great and made special note of the gluten allergy we had at our table and checked with the kitchen staff if there were any questions. We had more than "relaxing" wait for our food. They were busy, but it felt like it was about an hour before our food came out (I didn't time it exactly) In summary, we will definitely return to this restaurant.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the variety and quality of our food, and that our waitress was attentive to your gluten allergy. We apologize for the longer wait time you experienced during your visit; we appreciate your patience as we strive to provide a great dining experience, even when busy. We're glad to know you'll be returning to our restaurant, and we look forward to serving you again soon! Sean Simon General Manager

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  9. Michelle

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Apps and desserts were 10/10. The salmon was a little dry but it probably would’ve been better with more of the sauce that came on it. Overall, me and my family will definitely return. Our waitress was amazing. She had braids. She was very attentive. This was a great place to celebrate my mother’s birthday. The ambience was a nice vibe but very relaxed. Drinks were 10/10.
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed the apps, desserts, and drinks, rating them 10/10. We appreciate your comments on the salmon and will take them into consideration. It’s great to know our waitress provided attentive service and that you had a lovely time celebrating your mother’s birthday in our relaxed ambience. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience! Sean Simon General Manager

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  10. AlyH

    Charlotte6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Awesome place to meet friends and catch up. We got one wrong dish, but the server took care of it for us. Thanks! 
    Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our great food and found our restaurant to be an awesome place to catch up with friends. We appreciate your understanding regarding the mix-up with your dish, and we're glad our server was able to resolve it for you. Your kind words encourage us to keep providing excellent service and delicious meals. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sean Simon General Manager

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FAQs

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (980) 215-9005.

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte is rated 4.5 stars by 708 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 68 times today
Google Map for Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

1120 S Tryon St suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28203

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Southend
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–00:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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