Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to Main Content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Denver / Colorado
  4. Denver
  5. Mayfair
Culinary Dropout - Denver, Denver, CO

Culinary Dropout - Denver

4.4
4.4
739 Reviews
$30 and under
Gastro Pub
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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 78 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Gastro Pub, American, Comfort Food

  • 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–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (720) 779-0190

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Neighborhood

    Mayfair

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

What 739 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Most Booked

Sort by

Filters

  1. MartyM

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Service was responsive and rapid. Food (chicken salad) was good, but not great.
  2. CainanA

    Denver

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    5th time here. I come for brunch. Every time the food, service and atmosphere is consistently professional and delicious. My favorite new place I go to.
  3. CharS

    Denver

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food5service3ambience1
    Overall, it was a decent experience. The issue is that they had the music up so loud that everyone was screaming at each other. It was so load even the 20 year old couldn't hear. We all started to lose our voices by the end of 2 hours. I asked twice if it could be turned down as did the table next to me. I believe once we were ready to leave that was finally done.
  4. amyf

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    Great place to watch a game but service was super slow it took an hour to get our food and two of our meals were Luke warm when they finally arrived
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    The food took forever. All of it was very mediocre - some of it really inedible. Really unfortunate as the menu reads great but very disappointing.
  6. LeeP

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Keller provided just the right amount of attentiveness this evening. Great food…always pleased😘
  7. DanB

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Another great time a the Dropout. They never disappointment. This time we brought a friend who is a vegan and her choice was outstanding. Keep it up!
  8. Lindsey

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Playboi Smash & the roasted squash ravioli - chef’s kiss. Great service in a very cool atmosphere. It is the perfect place to bring out of town guests. There is a convenient parking garage right across the street.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The chef served our kids raw chicken nuggets!!! Upon discovering the issue the manager came out. She ensured us “peace of mind” by stating that they only buy cooked chicken so therefor the pink chicken we saw was not raw chicken it was just because it was frozen cooked chicken that the chef didn’t cook long enough. Ummm NO! PINK CHICKEN IS RAW WHETHER FROZEN OR NOT! She continued to argue with me and said she would email me the same night and didn’t do that. She finally said she would look in to the company they buy their frozen chicken from but doesn’t seem to understand how frozen chicken should never be pink. Soooo we don’t expect anything to come from this. Use caution here!!
  10. RusD

    Denver

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    We went for Denver Restaurant week. We had never been there before. When a fun place with good food and an extensive menu. We enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. Restaurant Week menu was an exceptional deal We will return.
  11. LBRB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Everyone in our group enjoyed their food. The popcorn shrimp and pretzel bites were delicious. We also loved the paper bag beer. Our only complaint was the noise level. We could not carry out a normal conversation.
  12. Eevvee

    Denver

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Pretzel and fondue were great Fried chicken was great. Wish they had a better hot sauce other then chalula. Mash potatoes were plain under seasoned Ribs meat was cooked perfect. Sauce was on sweet side. Too sweet for my taste. Fries that came with it were not great and such a small amount. Why bother putting them on Monkey bread was great. Server was good. And gracious. I order an off menu cocktail and they were happy to make it
  13. Kell

    Denver

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    Service was terrible! Hostess was rude and didn’t help accommodate us at all. Waiter made us feel rushed. Never got a refill and barely had my dinner done before he was asking us about dessert.
  14. BeckyD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful evening. Had quite a wait although we had reservations.
  15. HannahP

    Denver

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I have been dying to try culinary dropout and what better way than during restaurant week! This place is a whole vibe! The food was great, the adult beverages were perfect, and the screen was fun. We will definitely be back to try more of the menu.
  16. CameronS

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed the menu options and everything tasted great. Especially loved the pizza and trout entree. Salad perfectly dressed and tossed. Service was efficient and friendly.
  17. DebbieM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Appetizers were good, food came out luke warm at best and waitress was very overwhelmed with too many tables to serve.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience2
    Wouldn’t eat at again- average food for above average prices
  19. Ldel

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    I was very excited to try Culinary Dropout, but after eating there I won’t be going out of my way to go back. The service was pretty good, but the food was just average. No one was super excited about anything we ordered. The fried chicken was still fairly pink, and the breading was over cooked. The fish didn’t have much flavor and the appetizers also weren’t very impressive.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and yummy drinks!!
  21. Honu

    Denver

    154 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    154 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was our second visit to Culinary Drop Out and we loved it. It is a casual restaurant with excellent food. They don't skimp on quantity or quality. We order from the Restaurant Week Menu - 2 appetizers, 2 entrees and 2 desserts. You really can't go wrong ordering anything from their menu. We ordered the Antipaste and Salmon for our appetizers. Next we both order Fish & Chips with cole slaw. Perfectly fried - no fishy taste. Last but not least were the desserts. We left the restaurant full with left overs for another meal.
  22. SaraM

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was amazing! And the food is delicious! We will definitely be coming back.
  23. MikeBonnie

    Denver

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Charming but loud. Hard to talk across the table.
  24. BenM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Food was good - service from our server was very slow...had to flag her down multiple times...not sure if they were understaffed or if she was just not very good.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience1
    They put us in the patio area where a private party was going on. It was so loud we could not hear a single word of our own table. It was also very chilly even though there are heaters. The server was great and food was good, just horribly loud between tvs, music and party.
  26. JeffreyW

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    This is my second time at Culinary Dropout. The food is absolutely amazing. Service and drinks could definitely be better both times, but overall we had a good time and will be back.
  27. JulieB

    Denver

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Culinary Dropout has a mix mash of food items. Huge selection of drinks. Pretzel bites and beer battered fish fry was delicious. Very noisy on patio w multiple parties. Desserts were fabulous! Get the mud pie w coffee filling and hot fudge topping. I would go just for drinks and desserts anytime!!
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience4
    We decided to go to Culinary Dropout because I received an email from them about their Happy Hour. When we were seated there was no Happy Hour menu and nothing was said about it. I asked and the sever brought the menu. We decided on the nachos. They were terrible. Just a plate filled with chips and maybe a cup of topping. I was embarrassed for them. If you’re heart isn’t in it just don’t have Happy Hour. The only thing this half hearted attempt does is hurt your business.
  29. Honu

    Denver

    155 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    155 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were there for Restaurant Week - our first time at Culinary Drop Out. We ordered the Soft pretzels and provolone fondue and the Antipasti Plate. Both were fantastic - we actually shared them. Next we ordered the Meatloaf and Turkey pastrami sandwich. For dessert we had the Carmelized banana bar and the Grasshopper pie soft serve. Everything was delicious and there was enough for lunch the next day. We thought so highly of this restaurant that we're going back on Friday. The food and the service was exemplary.
  30. Marko

    Denver

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    We booked Culinary Dropout for restaurant week figuring with that name it would either be very good or not. We were very pleased that it was a wonderful experience. Service was friendly, food was excellent, and for such a large open place noise was moderate. We could have a discussion among the four of us without raising our voices, this is not the case in many restaurants today. We will definitely return.
  31. KentW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easily accessible. Good service. Eclectic mix of people. Good food diverse menu including vegan items. Limited on high end standard brand names of scotch and whisky, Glenfiddich, Balvenie.
  32. Chosk

    Denver

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Meh. The food is average, but after two tries with the same result, I can confidently state that the service is sub-par. I do not recommend for food, but the bar looks fun.
  33. BGBGBG

    Naples

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful meal Great service We want to try more items on the menu. Looks like their happy hour will be awesome as well. Can't wait to go back.
  34. BENS

    St. Louis

    20 reviews

    1.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    This place is really a disappointment. The food is just okay, the service was sub-par, not a good value for us.
  35. MaryH

    Denver

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We decided to try a new restaurant for restaurant week. Loved everything about it. Highly recommend.
  36. AlliB

    Denver

    14 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Dishes were missing and they ran out of what we ordered and only were notified after an hour of waiting for food after ordering
  37. KimS

    Denver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was very professional and positive. He made some excellent recommendations. Highly recommend this restaurant.
  38. ChristineB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience4
    Food was delicious. Small portions for the price. Service was terrible. DJ played good music.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Very friendly service and delicious drinks
  40. lori

    Las Vegas

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Excellent food. Pretzels with dip amazing. The pizza was biggest disappointment. Not bad but not great. We had pepperoni and sausage. Good sangria. Dessert menu week.

FAQs

Culinary Dropout - Denver offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 779-0190.

Culinary Dropout - Denver is rated 4.4 stars by 739 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 78 times today
Google Map for Culinary Dropout - Denver

4141 E 9th Ave, Denver, CO 80220

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Mayfair

  • 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–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Gastro Pub, American, Comfort Food

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2023 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 700, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking LogoPriceline LogoKAYAK LogoAgoda LogoRentalcars LogoOpenTable Logo