Culinary Dropout

If you’re looking for a spot that blends casual vibes with elevated comfort food, Culinary Dropout in Tucson absolutely delivers. The atmosphere is laid back yet stylish, with a fun, energetic crowd and friendly service that made the experience even better. I ordered the fish and chips, and it was spot on crispy golden batter with tender, flaky fish inside, served with fries but they were not that good and a tangy tartar sauce that tied it all together perfectly. Simple, but done right. We also shared the soft pretzel with provolone fondue, which was a major highlight. The pretzel was warm, chewy, and perfectly salted, and the fondue was creamy, rich, and indulgent. A must-try appetizer. Great food, great vibe, and plenty of options for all kinds of tastes. Whether you’re going with friends or just looking for a solid meal in Tucson, I’d definitely recommend stopping by Culinary Dropout.

Lively atmosphere with plenty of seating. Sangria was delicious! Loved the pretzel appetizer and nachos. I had a salad and it was okay, a little too heavy on the dressing. Service was good and overall had a great time. Easy parking!

Gain a star for having free electric car charging! National Mac & Cheese Day dinner. Ordered off the kids menu. Added a salmon filet. It was tasty. Beer selection was good. Restroom was clean, out of paper towels, alerted staff. My issue was there wasn't enough wait staff. Two large parties came in. My waitress dropped off my food and didn't hear me ask for something. Took a long time to come back. Didn't ask if I wanted another beer (glass was dry) or more water. Other than that, it would've been a very enjoyable dining experience.

Overall, a really great lively atmosphere with good food and attentive staff. Story time: diverted from our original trip to the Grand Canyon due to unexpectedly severe snow storms causing road closures, we found ourselves in Phoenix, Arizona. With no solid plans, we made a quick stop to the Hole in the Wall before driving over to Tucson for a more affordable night stay. As we waited for the sunset, we happened to overhear a conversation between strangers. A recommendation to visit Culinary Dropout. A location in Tucson. So we went. The location has plenty of parking which was quite full when we arrived. Through the open air windows, we could hear lively chatter and music. The atmosphere is a college spot. All of the staff are trendy college students. A good portion of the patrons are college students. The University of Arizona is right next door. When we walked in, they were playing the AU basketball game on the big projector. After the game, there was a live musician. The menu isn’t too long and has some variety. The place has nice drinks. The food was great. I found myself struggling to choose. I landed on the 36-hour Pork Ribs and it was a great choice. The BBQ was a bit sweet but the meat was fall off the bone tender. A perfect portion size of 9 ribs, fries, and a side of Cole slaw. The slaw could’ve been a bit creamier but that’s just personal taste. The staff were attentive and service was quick. I know many reviews mention the slow service but we did not experience that at all. The restaurant had as many employees as a mandatory intro class at UA. At one point, a manager came over to introduce themselves and let us know we could share any feedback. If you like a lively place with some good food, it’s worth checking out. Please open a location in Los Angeles, thanks.

Stopped in for lunch with my wife, sister in law and a business associate while we were in town. It's a big place and lots of parking. Was not difficult to get a table and we didn't have a reservation but then again it was a Thursday around 12:30pm. The hostess seated me promptly as I told her four others were on their way. Service was fast and the food was good. A solid choice for lunch in Tucson.

We ordered the spicy shrimp crispy rice, Mongolian short rib, and roasted salmon. Spicy shrimp crispy rice - 3/10. The rice was so overcooked I couldn't even cut it with a knife. The toppings weren't impressive either. We should have said something to the server but we didn't. Mongolian short rib - 8.5/10 (husband's rating) He said it had the right amount of sweetness, crispiness, and tenderness. Really enjoyed it. Roasted salmon - the butternut squash farro risotto is out of this world, absolutely mind-blowing. One of the best dishes I've ever had, would eat this weekly. This is why I gave this restaurant 5/5* because wow, definitely order this The atmosphere was mostly chill, they are dog friendly but it seemed like some of the guests and staff weren't thrilled about ours being there, even though she is extremely well-behaved. I think I would order to-go from here but unsure if I would come back to sit down.

An amazing space with lots of room and indoor games. The only downside is it can get loud! The cocktail I had - full moon party- was one of the best I’ve ever had.

Very cool atmosphere. They had a stage for open mic night, corn hole, and shuffle board and indoor fire pits and other games. Our waitress was training someone and the kitchen was very slow so it took about an hour and a half to get our food. It would be a good spot for a date or a group. The crowd was on the younger side but there were also a lot of families.

We went there for dinner, and the servers were terrific. They greeted us promptly and gave great recommendations for food. We tried the M.A.C burger and Peking duck and shrimp fried rice, which were delicious. What made it the perfect night was the beautifully lit candles.

I went into culinary on my day off with my wife for a nice evening and we were met with an amazing experience. I can't tell you the last time i truly enjoyed a night out this much. The food is phenomenal, their fried chicken was delicious and the mashed potatoes made me want seconds and thirds. The service was amazing, A nice young woman named Paloma helped us out and if she is always our server you better guarantee we're coming back! I can't recommend this place enough the atmosphere is great with games and such for all ages to enjoy. I highly recommend this place!

Some friends and I went for brunch after a short run. It was super empty when we got there so there wasn't a wait for a table. The space is gigantic and there are lots of windows to let the sun in. I enjoyed the food, something about there potatoes was just spot on 10/10. We also got some of the French toast, my friends said it was too sweet but I said shove it and ate their portion too lol. The wait was kind of long to order and get items for how slow it was, but I think the person was in training? Also at the end, my friend was charged for her food and mine on her card even though the checks were separate, so we had to wait to work that out before leaving as well.

Great restaurant for just about anything! Perfect for hang outs, family dinners, private parties, and date nights. Culinary Dropout has delicious food and drinks! Great selection on starters and entrees. Excellent service throughout and definitely appreciate the additional entertainment

This was our third time here over the years, this time we brought out pups for a late lunch. The big main area is dog friendly given it is simply a 'covered patio'. We had GREAT service this time, the young man waiting on us was a gem and on point. The crispy brussels sprouts on the menu are where it is at. I can literally eat an entire bowl myself. My husband ordered the Steak Frites and I ordered the Chix Katsu sandwich. Fries were a bit old/cold but the sandwich was great. My husbands fries were from the same batch as mine but he said his steak was good. Great place to meet people/gatherings.

Great spot. Ordered the steak and it was super good. The portions were a little small, reason for the four stars. Service was great Ambiance is awesome.

Culinary Dropout is an excellent venue for hosting large gatherings. This particular spot in Tucson offers ample space, a contemporary design, and modern amenities. I prefer this location over any in the Phoenix area. The staff consistently provide a warm and friendly atmosphere, and the food is quite enjoyable. I will certainly return, especially when I have friends visiting, as this venue is perfect for big celebrations.

Went here during weekday for Christmas event with coworkers. The food especially appetizer for tahini dip was delicious. Very strong in flavor and the bread that came with it was perfectly cooked and not too crunchy or soft. Didn't order any main course but the people who did looked amazing and said it was delicious. I think service was extremely disappointing. We had to ask multiple times to check on drinks and apps. It got to the point where we thought they forgot a couple times. Said they didn't have happy hour when there is a menu online. Turns out happy only at bar so read the menu carefully and as a heads up. Wish they would have said that then to say they had none. Waitress left and said someone else would take over. It took about 30mins for anyone to check on us. The ambiance of the establishment is perfect though for group settings and has plenty of games and open space! Overall not the worst place I think it's definitely perfect for big groups. Foods great but service could improve.

I have been wanting to try for so long! Me and my mom shared apps. Whipped feta dip, pigs in a blanket and Brussels sprouts. Then the mud pie desert. It was pretty busy, yet the service was great. The place is bigger than I thought, with multiple sections some full and some cleared out. My grandma got the asian salad, she got upset because of the spice and vinegary dressing, as she has esophagus issues. Her name is Karen, and she acts like a Karen sometimes, still love her but it's just her perspective and generation I guess. They were so kind and took the salad off the bill because she did not like it. They were very calm and polite and talked to her about it. She has never really had a customer service job so I she doesn't always understand. The staff were great and our server was so sweet and gorgeous! I want to come back with my friends for sure! I need to try the soft pretzels next. I love the environment and vibe of Culinary Dropout. The hosts are also so helpful and were able to find the yelp water bottle I left under the table. Thank to all of the staff working, you were great! I loved the flavors and uniqueness of the food. Our kind server explained how everything was made from scratch. To me it tasted like it was very fresh. The brussels sprouts were seasoned perfectly, the mud pie had a really good chocolate coffee flavor with a buttery crust. Love it!

If you are looking for a very large place to host an event or friends, this is your place. With a massive indoor/outdoor space, it offers many activities such as ping-pong and cornhole. Went here for a large family gathering and the space and staff allowed for flexibility for the family to have a chill experience out at a restaurant. While we had a nice time, and the staff was attentive, the rest of the experience left a gap in my hopes and expectations for a chain that also owns one of my favorite vegan places, Flower Child. The first gap was the ambiance/acoustics, I see many people complain about it being loud, but loud is typically ok, terrible acoustics is not my thing. With music playing on one end of the restaurant, a live musician on the other, and a tin interior - my brain was rattled. I lost my voice trying to converse with my friends directly across from me. Food was my second gap - while attempting to serve elevated American, I found most appetizers did not meet expectations. From the brussels sprouts to the pretzel bites to the pigs in a blanket, all were either too rich or too bland. The part that let me down the most was the main - I ordered the vegan curry. Hoping to have something that could have been inspired by Flower Child, I was sorely disappointed. Basically a canned coconut broth whipped up with an amazing amount of salt, then poured over black rice and with roasted cauliflower that got soggy in the broth. Top it off with a random slice of roasted sweet potato. I have no idea what regional cuisine they were inspired by, but it was not good. I never leave food on the table, but I couldn't finish it. The food and drinks were fine. The beer selection was standardized and while there were some nice local offerings, I would have expected many more for the size of this restaurant.

Stopped in the Friday afternoon Thanksgiving to watch a basketball game and get some lunch. They weren't very busy, so had my pick of seats- I choose the standard height tables in the covered patio, mostly due to the plentiful tvs in view. Noise from the foosball and ping pong was noticeable, but fine as I was there to see a game, not have intimate conversation. The hostess, server, and manager were all nearly over the top nice. Felt very well taken care of the entire time. Much like in my reboot years ago, pretzelbites were only ok (though their cheese sauce was excellent), and the build your own charcuterie was amazing. Chicken katsu was also pretty great. I hadn't been to this spot in ages, but will certainly come back soon.

Great place for get-togethers with friends, the food was actually pretty good and the service was great. Pretty good diverse menu and lots of drink options.

Came for Sonoran restaurant week. Great experience. I was blown away by how tasty everything was. Whipped feta was awesome just hit all the right notes. Strawberries with balsamic glaze and honey with greens. Fish and chips were huge and yummy. Couldn't finish it! The tartar sauce was great and they offered malt vinegar which was delicious. Service was awesome too. I came midweek so it was slow but peaceful. Based on this experience I would come back!

Wayyyy to expensive only got a drink and appetizer and almost 100 bucks and that's rediculous

Could be a fun date place to check it. On one side is a covered outside area which some outdoor games, but you can still eat there as well and the other side is a bit more intimate. You can see the chefs prep each dish through the glass windows. What we had was pretty tasty and waitress was really accommodating. This was a great experience.

It's amazing! Free EV charging while you are dining! Most people do not know that this restaurant can block off an area for groups and do catering. I was here for a function that included drinks and food. Really enjoyed the hip vibes and good food. Especially the pretzel bites.

Very busy for back to school. Large space yet can have quite the wait. We waited 45+ minutes. Creative drinks and dishes. I had the chicken Cobb salad which was delicious and unique very heavy dressed but kind of the thing I think. To drink had the juicy Watermelon drink which was sweet and refreshing. My husband had a ginger type drink which was really good. Sports bar vibe and echoey tall ceilings. High top & low top seating. Very friendly waitstaff. Check your bill we had a random Coke put on there.

I wish the one in Vegas hadn't closed! I had Dominic as a server-he was awesome. I wasn't hungry but I wanted to try a lot of stuff-the menu has something for everyone. I got there and immediately wanted to put balls in my mouth. Pretzel balls and beer cheese fondue. Yes. You want these balls in your face. I love dolce Gorgonzola but it's so rich and it goes to waste-I discovered it years ago at the Vegas location. Give me a blob of that and some oily, salty, balsamic drizzled bread. Heaven. I could have just eaten that and been happy and full. I got the fish and chips. The fish was okay. It seemed almost a little tough or old. I mean I still ate and liked it but wasn't wowed. I was full. But you know me and dessert...I had about 7 or 8 bites. The dessert was huge. I chose peanut butter soft serve with strawberry or raspberry sauce. I don't even remember, and they topped it with these awful little stale donuts. It could've definitely done without the donuts. They were terrible but the soft serve and the sauce on it was really good. There was also live entertainment on the Friday night I went there. She was very good. Played well known songs. If you're looking for a conservative place this is not for you. This place has a fun cool vibe and the servers here don't have a "uniform", they wear their own clothes and I love that. You will see plunging necklines and possibly a midriff. The staff gets along really well you can tell. If you don't care what anyone looks like and you want great food-come here.

Fantastic experience at this location. The server was super casual and friendly. The space is airy and welcoming. The menu selection has something for everyone and there's a great drink menu as well. This was our first time at this location and it's my favorite of the chain. Highly recommended!

Wow this place is huge and what a great environment. Good food, games to play, free refills on my Arnold Palmer (always a plus). Nice kids menu. The adults had wings and the chopped chicken salad which was super good. Ably served with a smile by Skyla.

We flew in from Seattle with our French Bulldog and needed a place for lunch with the in-laws. This place is super dog friendly and the food was extraordinary! We had a charcuterie board and the Asian Crunch Salad with a margarita with Serrano chili agave! I practically licked my salad bowl. Everything in the salad was uber fresh, and they chopped up a whole Fresno chili inside. Wonderful! The service was just ok. It would not deter us from returning though.

Excellent selection of many different types of cuisine! Alcoholic drinks with a twist are also offered. I tried an açaí drink that was amazing! Food portions are small so an appetizer may be in order! My only complaint is the noise level! Very high in all sections of the restaurant.

Good food Great service Restaurant is large & not quiet Have enjoyed the food every time I've gone. High menu with something for everyone,

We ordered the hash with pulled pork, fried chicken with biscuits and gravy as well as the banana bread French toast. Just.wow. Very flavorful!!! The descriptions on the menu understated what we actually got- it was so delicious I can't wait to come back. Add to that the super awesome service and def 5 stars

We drove from Scottsdale to Tucson for try this restaurant today. We are not disappointed! Super Server" Dee " helped us on menu. Manager stopped by and he was so Cool as well. We ordered Their most popular items... fried chicken, Brussels sprouts, Pretzel with cheese dips and salmon dish which cooked with Perfection Thanks Guys for awesome job.

Went here on a date and had a great experience. Seated quickly and got drinks. The drinks were strong and well made. Everything we got was delicious but the star was the duck and shrimp fried rice. Will definitely go back!

I've been here a few times and it's usually an ok experience. This time around was similar. It's always lively and a cute decor. I ordered the steak frites. I couldn't taste the truffle butter but it was ok. The fries seemed like an after thought. My sister ordered a Cesar salad and added salmon but it looked like salmon nuggets and not a piece of salmon. A manager ended up getting her a new salad and appropriate sized piece of fish.

Managed chaos, Lol. I came to celebrate a friend's 44th bday with a group of her friends on a late Saturday afternoon. The establishment and parking lots were packed - lucky she made reservations for a dozen. The seating areas have "layers" of elevation to them which allows for good surveying of the entire dining room. Live DJ was playing good music too but it did make for difficult conversations. Appetizers (we tried them all) were terrific, as was the service delivered by a small army of friendly and attentive young adults. A wedding party had the game area reserved so if that's a priority maybe call ahead? By 8pm crowds were thinning out and a few of us decided to head downtown. Would definitely return!

We went for happy hour, which is traditionally only offered at the bar, but we had our daughter with us so they graciously let us order off the happy hour menu at a regular table! The service was a little slow, took over 30min for 2 appetizers. We ordered the pretzel bites that were good, but not amazing. Also got brussel sprouts which were delicious and we were wishing for more! They have a great cocktail selection on their happy hour menu. Unfortunately, no beers on happy hour. We sat inside, but they have a covered patio area, which is great for the young professional crowd (bar, ping pong tables, seating etc).

We came here for dinner and ordered drinks and appetizers at the bar while we waited for a table. The pretzel and cheese dip are really good. About 1.5hrs later, I went to see where our name was on the list and they had somehow lost our name. We were then seated and waited about another hour to get our food. The trout and green beans were really good but there weren't very many beans with it. I ended up adding black rice to the order which took another 30mins to get but they were lightly seasoned and tasted great. He liked his fried chicken as well. I like the Evil Jungle Princess cocktail with 1/4 of the orgeat to cut back on how sweet it is. They have table tennis, corn hole, foosball and shuffle board which are fun to play while drinking. This area is open to the outside air, so if it's cold outside, bring a jacket.

My go to spot during all four years of college and I had to come back with friends when visiting as an alumnae. We all started off with the paper bag special which is our favorite thing ever. It's only $3 for a random can in a paper bag and the surprise is such a fun aspect. The only thing that we didn't like is there's normally more variety and it was the same 3 drinks over and over again. Multiple servers also had kept weirdly hyping up getting us different cans and playing us and we'd keep getting the same ones. We found it kind of annoying since it felt like they were lying to us to try and get a better tip or something but literally never gave us a new type of drink, but they were the ones saying they would? Regardless, a fun idea but maybe wouldn't hype up and promise to bring other drinks when you're simply not going to! I started with the classic green salad with their house made ranch and it's easily one of the best salads I've ever had. I'm obsessed with their salads and dressings here, they kill it every single time. A couple of us got the chicken katsu sandwich which is amazing. The only thing the bread is insanely thin and fell part so easily so it was a little too messy. Their fries are always great. Service was a bit slow but was a busy night. Overall great experience!

We went here for New Years Eve dinner. Ambiance was perfect. Food was good and service even better. Nice balloon display for selfies. I had the steak and it was seasoned perfectly

The special available Valentines week was Steak and Lobster with polenta for $47. Never mentioned there was only 2oz of lobster and that it'd be drowned in a weird Asian sauce. Extremely disappointed. Steak was average as well. The 4 tiny shriveled up pieces of meat in the picture is the lobster and the 4 cubes are the polenta. I thought they were messing with me or they messed up the portion sizes but no. The flavor didn't make up for the portion size and everything was soaked in that unnecessary sauce. Who serves a gingery soy based sauce with steak, over cooked lobster and polenta? I can tell the chefs are indeed culinary dropouts. Definitely not coming back. We were also served a dirty dishes and a server took our half finished appetizer when we went to the bathroom. Can't stress how disappointed.

Stopped by on a Sunday - they were serving the brunch menu but I asked if I could get the Steak Frites. They said, sure, and I am so grateful - it was amazing. Tender slices of skirt/hanger steak, med rare, topped with a very light truffle butter. Almost did not need a knife. Great fries and a beer to go with. Now THAT's brunch. Service was very good. Place is huge and still inviting. Want to go back soon.

My nephew was in town for a U of A visit--as he will be a freshman there next year. Much of our clan lives here in the Sleepy Pueblo and we all wanted to visit with him before he returned to New Jersey. Our crew quickly became large, resulting in our needing a place that would offer a variety of menu items to chose from-- so that each person in our group (*some can be picky) could find something that would satisfy. It was decided that Culinary Dropout--(with its open-seating, friendly staff, interesting menu items, fun ambiance, and close proximity to the U of A)--would meet our needs. We had a super-friendly and kind-hearted server. He checked in on us frequently, anticipated our needs, and was well-supported by his serving teammates. The food was really good (as always). I went for the Chicken Katsu sandwich--which is tasty, and filling, and paired nicely with my iced tea. I was told that this particular sam-ich can be a bit messy to eat, so decided to go, "bougie" and use a fork and knife to gormandize the simple meal. (I'm sure that neighboring tables must have thought I was European). My life-partner decided that she would, once again, opt for the Spicy Vegan curry. This one would have been my choice too (had she not chosen it) as it is really hits the spot with its savory flavor profiles, slightly crunchy vegetables, and forbidden (black) rice that swim in a rib-stick'n broth/gravy that tosses off hints of ginger, fennel, pepper and coriander. It is really good. Other's in our gang chose burgers, and specialty salads. A turkey pastrami sandwich was split between two at our table. All of the choices received praise. We slid on over to play a little corn-hole and ping-pong. The friendly competition capped off a nice meal. This is a good place to chose for so many reasons and is one of my favored places to hang out for a bit of time and a bite to eat.

Food was amazing the best fish and chips l ever had my husband had prime rib sandwich with was delicious,we also had shrimp and zucchini appetizer,our drink were amazing so was the bartender

Food was decent. The ambiance sucked. Music was loud. It was like being in a giant barn with 500 people and large speakers blasting. I had the chopped chicken salad and it was awesome. Sadly, I won't be back. I couldn't even have a conversation with the person next to me without yelling. And the metal chairs scraped on the concrete.....nope.

This is a cool little spot near the college in Tucson. We stumbled upon it while driving around trying to find a place to eat dinner. Not a lot of options in the area. This is definitely geared towards college life. It's cool inside but can get loud. I can imagine on a weekend or game night it's insanity! Food was good. I wouldn't say anything overly special but it was solid food for the price. I would go back if in the area. Safe. Quick service. Friendly service and cool bathrooms.

Smiles and greetings from Olivia upon sitting at the bar for early dinner. She and the bar team provided prompt professional service for the eve. Not sure how Fox Restaruant Concepts does it, but they have a track record of well above average service and food quality. Upon arriving early, it was easy to grab a bar seat. As the night went on, the usual mix of college students, families, and casual business meeting groups made it busy. I slipped from my usual lighter pescatarian focused fare and opted for the fried chicken, which was comforty good for the cooler eve. Def a repeat customer to CD upon future work visits to Tucson.

We were in that part of town, so we stopped in to get my free birthday dessert in a to-go container. As part of the rewards program, they were one of maybe 7-8 restaurant choices to get a dessert from. The gals behind the check in stand weren't familiar with the email, but were happy to accommodate us. I ordered the Mississippi Mud Pie slice which came with a delightful chocolate coffee sauce. It only took a few minutes to be ready for me. The dessert was delicious and my husband and I both enjoyed it. Next time we'll stay and have a meal there as well.

I had only been here once before and let me say, my visit this weekend was redeeming. Previously I felt the menu was small and the food was poor quality. This was closer back to when it first opened. This past weekend however, I went with a larger group and we all enjoyed ourselves and the food. First off my burrito was huge. And it was really good! I do wish they had other meat options for it though, outside of sausage. The other portions seemed to be hearty as well. The menu was also a little pricy to me on some parts. For instance you could build your own chucuterie board, however each option was $6 or more. To get a board already made was $30, which seems like a lot to me for some light snacks. Looking at the pictures, those portions don't look to be hearty. They had us sitting in this lounge area which is cool for groups, except for the fact that there's little place to place your food. It makes eating awkward when you're trying to eat and talk with others, but leaning over to the fire pit. You find that the best option is to place your plate in your lap. Side tables or even the ones that scoot under chairs (tv dinner-like) would be a good option. When we first sat down the fire was actually on in the middle. I could see how this can really help on a cold day. This place is huge and house corn hole, ping pong, and other games as well I didn't check out. There's a private room as well it looked like in an area called "the coop", a sizable bar area, and it looked like there's even a stage area. This is definitely a great place for groups.

One of the best places around to have something for everyone. The menu caters to the simple bar foodie with pretzels or the adult lunch ale crowd with charcuterie. The drink selection has something for every Lakey including the brew house bro and the sophisticated drinker with their custom cocktails. Their mains are inclusive from Korean to southern to good ole steak. Friday nights are great with the live music that never disappoints.

This summer, my son and his fiancé came to visit Tucson, found Culinary Dropout on their own, and then wanted to come back and eat there again! They even wished that C.D. would open in Maine! Fun atmosphere, better-than-bar-food, and definitely casual. The wait staff could use a little more polish, but their demeanors certainly matched their quirky, personalized attire. Good place to eat too much.

I've never had a bad meal here. I love the fun atmosphere. The service is always extremely slow which is frustrating. They seem to be very understaffed in the serving department, but there were tons of food runners. I've already spoken with the manager about my last visit so I won't take off any more stars for that. The French dip is one of the best I've ever had and that mud pie dessert was sinfully delicious. A chocolate lovers dream. They have great drinks too. Highly recommend making a reservation or you may have to wait 30 minutes to an hour.

Great service and ambiance with live acoustic music on a Friday night. I sat at the bar for dinner. I asked the bartender for his favorites/what they're known for (fried chicken, chicken katsu, cacio e pepe chicken pasta). A fellow diner said she's been going there 10 years and highly recommended the fried chicken. I didn't have a big appetite, so I went with the crispy chicken katsu sandwich which was fantastic. I was full, so I got the apple cinnamon monkey bread with ice cream to go. It was good but a little too sweet for me.

This culinary dropout is amazing. Great service, friendly staff, good food and fun for your entire family.

The butternut squash and kale salad was really good! The smoked salmon dip requires you to have to buy something to put the spread on. It has capers - and was not cream cheese based but creamy maybe mayo - so if you aren't into mayo or capers... The veggie curry dish was actually a Thai curry in coconut milk, essentially Tom Kha soup. This isn't what I was expecting (veggies in curry on black rice); while it tasted fine there was nothing extraordinary about it and I was hungry an hour later since I only fished out he veggies. The manager was really nice and so were the wait staff. My daughter liked her pasta bolognese. Seems like a popular spot and is really large and open like a brewery if you like that ambiance (we do).

Came in to try and place a to go order and the hostess asked me to order from the bar even though I had a kid with me. Sat at the bar for another 10 minutes without anyone to order from while the hostesses chatted. Can't really rate the food this time as I finally just left without even being able to order.

Kudos to the chef and former bartender, but this time, there's this one: SADIE. She made the whole dining experience such a pleasant one! She was sweet, polite, down to earth, wholesome and always made sure that we were enjoying everything. She needs to be cloned. Thanks Sadie. Food was epic. Drinks were even more epic. The hostess listened to my request and sat us down at the cushy corner. Overall score: 4.85!!