Reviews of Culinary Dropout

Probably the best place I visited in Austin. The food was great, there’s so many activities here and I love the concept of everything being made in house. The people that work there are also really hot which is like not the point but it is a plus. Our server was Jessie and she was such a sweet heart. Highly recommend!

Glad we decided to try this place out! I had been there long ago with some friends but this time we made it a date night. Made a reservation and we arrived early was a bit of a mess up but nothing that the staff couldn’t fix. We enjoyed our stay with live music as well. Worth the time and more than likely returning soon.

We went on a Saturday morning and made a reservation. No wait at all and we were sat promptly when arrived. I had a Pom passion mimosa that was wonderful and the smokehouse hash. They brought out a side of fries for my daughter before the rest of our food and it helped entertain her. At the end, a manager came over and made silly faces at her. They had a great time and my daughter kept looking for her the rest of the time we were there. Great place and cute area!

Culinary Dropout is family fun with ping pong, foosball , corn hole, and occasional live music. This is our family go-to on nights when none of us can agree on what to eat and I just CAN’T do another kid place. I like the deviled egg starter even though deviled eggs have already had their moment. The Rainbow trout is my go to here. My so. Loves the chicken tenders and sports / chive tv they have everywhere. My daughter loves the burgers. We all leave happy.

The dining experience was far beyond my expectations. I had always walked by this restaurant when shopping locally at The Domain, and always observed that the restaurant had a constant ebb and flow of customers. I finally decided to try them for my birthday lunch, and I could not be happier with that decision. I tried the vegan curry dish, the flavors were exquisite. The ginger was a tad bit sharp, but the flavors of the shiitake mushroom and sweet potato entangled with the snap peas and black rice broth certainly made up for it. This dish was exquisite and I would dine again and again here, JUST for that spicy vegan curry. My father and brother shared the 36-HOUR pork ribs given we had appetizers prior to lunch— and it’s a large portion enough for two people if you are not ravishingly starving. The service provided by the hosts and wait staff was subpar, and I highly recommend this spot for a quick lunch or a get together with some friends. It has a nice ambience of an outdoor bar, but also the comfort of a dine in restaurant. I’ll be sure to return here! Update DECEMBER 2023: this has become one of my fave go-to comfort foods when I am unable to make a meal at home. Not only the staff extremely accommodating, they are super attentive and supportive in helping you point you to the right choice, even own Flower Child next door!

Split a meatloaf dish and wedge salad. We followed this with a monkey bread dessert. Everything tasted fresh and the servers were polished and polite. The meatloaf was tender, savory and topped with a red sauce. The sides were fine. The money bread was a bit underwhelming. The vanilla bean ice cream was on point.

We came here on a busy Saturday evening and were promptly seated at a table that gave us a great view for people watching and the football game of course! There were games for my teenagers to occupy themselves while the food was being prepared (which was great!) Alexa was kind and attentive! We had a great time and will def come again. P.S. blueberry draft beer was delicious!!!

Came here to celebrate a 50th birthday party. Because of the size of our party (14), our reservation had to be treated like a private event but I was so glad we did! Matthew, via email, was able to answer all my questions. There was a minimum to be spent but it all worked out. We had our table for 2.5 hours so I was able to confirm with Matthew that we could order drinks and apps and then possibly go enjoy some games before ordering dinner and dessert. It worked out perfectly! Trent was super patient with us and no one was ever without a drink in hand. The food!! Every dish was a hit! I think we ordered every appetizer and then some on the menu so some couples shared their entrees and the plates were beautifully split without charge. That was very much appreciated!! Great atmosphere, amazing food and service! This will be our go to place when visiting Austin!

culinary Dropout at the Domain is a great place to go with friends and coworkers. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. The food is delicious, with a focus on classic American dishes with a twist. The fried chicken is my personal favorite, but there are plenty of other options to choose from, including burgers, sandwiches, salads, and pizzas. The service is friendly and attentive, and the prices are reasonable. One downside of Culinary Dropout is that parking can be tough. The restaurant is located in a busy area, and the parking lot can fill up quickly. However, there are a few other parking garages nearby, so you should be able to find a spot if you're willing to walk a few minutes. Overall, I highly recommend Culinary Dropout for a casual meal with friends or coworkers. The food is great, the service is friendly, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Just be prepared for a bit of a wait for parking.

Went for lunch, indoor seating had a 15 minute wait so we sat outside which was ok because the fans and misters kept us cool. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. I got the crispy chicken katsu sandwich and my husband the turkey pastrami sandwich, both were delicious as was the pretzel rolls with fondue.

Came in around 10am on a Sunday and there were plenty of seats inside and on patio. Very spacious. The patio had misting fans. They have live bands inside and with speakers on the patio, we could still enjoy it. Our servers were all very attentive and friendly. We did the build your own antipasti plate. The meats/ cheeses doesn't come with bread or Crackers, so make sure to order the crusty bread with garlic oil and balsamic drizzle. The gochujang Brussels sprouts were not overpowering and had a nice crunch. The antipasti/ snacks are bite size snacks and each one is good for 2 people to share as a starter. The hot wings were good but not spicy at all (Buffalo sauce and honey mustard). The soft pretzels with warm provolone fondue dip were a popular item so we gave it a try. But was our least favorite.