Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

Name: Culinary Dropout - Charlotte
Address: 1120 S Tryon St suite 100, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28203
Telephone: (980) 215-9005
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

640 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

20 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 71 times today

Good for groups
Lively
Hot spot

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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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(980) 215-9005
Website
https://www.culinarydropout.com/locations/charlotte-nc/
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

Location
1120 S Tryon St suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28203
Area
Southend
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Yesterday's SoupUSD 10.00
it's better the next day
Soft Pretzels & Provolone FondueUSD 17.00
sea salt
Spicy Shrimp Crispy RiceUSD 19.00
avocado, kimchi rice, chili crunch, sweet soy
Wagyu Pigs In a BlanketUSD 17.00
honey mustard crème fraîche
Hot WingsUSD 18.00
buffalo sauce, honey mustard seed, shaved carrots & celery
Crispy Popcorn ShrimpUSD 18.00
zucchini, grilled lemon, roasted garlic aioli
Whipped Feta & Tahini DipUSD 14.50
caramelized squash, apple, date, roasted pistachio, grilled ciabatta
Crispy Brussels SproutsUSD 12.00
gochujang, mint, cilantro
BBQ Pork Belly NachosUSD 18.00
black bean, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo
House Potato ChipsUSD 9.50
famous onion dip

Antipasti

Snacks

Grilled AsparagusUSD 6.00
Marinated OlivesUSD 5.00
Crusty Bread, Garlic Oil & BalsamicUSD 5.00
House Smoked Salmon Dip, Crushed PretzelUSD 10.00
Marcona AlmondsUSD 4.50
Prosciutto Deviled EggsUSD 7.00

Meat & Cheese

Molinari SopressataUSD 6.00
Hot CoppaUSD 7.00
Prosciutto di San DanieleUSD 9.00
Dolce GorgonzolaUSD 5.50
Prairie Breeze CheddarUSD 5.00
Truffle CrescenzaUSD 6.00
Aged ManchegoUSD 5.50
Pimento CheeseUSD 6.00

Episode 163 "The Slicer"

Episode 163 "The Slicer"USD 29.50
chef's selection of thinly sliced meats, cheese & snacks

Salads

add salmon* $9, steak* $9, chicken $7, or shrimp $8

House SaladUSD 9.50
grape tomato, cucumber, heirloom carrot, parmesan, buttermilk ranch
Asian CrunchUSD 16.50
purple cabbage, avocado, sesame, roasted cashew, fresno, dried mango, thai curry vinaigrette
Classic CaesarUSD 13.00
toasted cheese croutons
Butternut Squash & KaleUSD 15.00
bartlett pear, ancient grains, date, pistachio, toasted mulberry, white cheddar, maple tahini vinaigrette
Chopped ChickenUSD 20.00
avocado, bacon, heirloom tomato, white cheddar, deviled egg, bacon bbq ranch

Sandwiches

Served with Fries or House Salad

Turkey PastramiUSD 18.00
pretzel roll, swiss, coleslaw
Shaved Prime Rib Dip*USD 23.50
fontina, au jus
The Pub Burger*USD 19.00
havarti, bacon, house bbq sauce
The M.A.C. Burger*USD 19.00
double cheeseburger, onion, lettuce, pickle
Crispy Chicken KatsuUSD 19.00
japanese milk bread, spicy miso aioli, napa slaw, hoisin

Detroit Style Pizza

Pepperoni & Italian SausageUSD 21.00
di napoli tomato, mozzarella cheese
Black Truffle MushroomUSD 22.00
smoked onion alfredo, mozzarella cheese, arugula
CheeseUSD 20.00
provolone, havarti, mozzarella cheese, parmesan, di napoli tomato & lots of fresh basil

Entrées

36-Hour Pork RibsUSD 31.00
jalapeño, molasses, fries
Pasta BologneseUSD 24.00
tagliatelle, italian meat sauce, parmesan, basil
Mongolian Short RibUSD 25.00
charred scallion, broccolini, soft egg, crispy rice, thai chili
Korean Style Ribeye Cap*USD 37.00
very limited availability
Steak Frites*USD 36.00
prime skirt steak, black truffle butter, french fries
Chicken Cacio e PepeUSD 23.00
spaghetti, pecorino, cracked peppercorn butter, parmesan broth
Fried ChickenUSD 24.00
buttermilk biscuit, smashed potato, gravy (be patient - it's worth it!)
Peking Duck & Shrimp Fried RiceUSD 25.00
orange miso sauce, red chili sesame butter, cashew, and a little bit of smoke
Beer Battered Fish & ChipsUSD 21.00
coleslaw, tartar sauce
Spicy Vegan CurryUSD 21.00
griddled sweet potato, eggplant, snap pea, cauliflower, shiitake mushroom, black rice
Roasted Salmon*USD 29.00
butternut squash farro risotto, garden herb pesto, crispy brussels sprouts

Cocktails

Paloma SpritzUSD 15.00
silver tequila, fresh grapefruit, combier pamplemousse, sparkling wine, himalayan pink salt
Cali & Tay Skinny MargaritaUSD 15.00
jose tradicional blanco, serrano spiced agave, fresh lime, chili dusted rim
Abandoned CadillacUSD 17.00
patrón tequila, grand marnier, pomegranate redux, tart lime
Pretty Easy*USD 15.00
corazón tequila blanco, banhez mezcal, pomegranate & yuzu sour, egg white
Two to MangoUSD 15.50
tito's, orange, guava, mango white claw
Peaches & RyeUSD 15.50
redemption rye, combier pêche liqueur, puréed peach, wild mint
Margarita, Por FavorUSD 15.00
ana maria tequila, three citrus sour, orange curaçao
Tijuana Spa WaterUSD 14.50
blanco tequila, jalapeño, mint, pineapple, cilantro
Signature Old FashionedUSD 16.00
kentucky bourbon, luxy cherry, aromatic bitters, orange peel
Full Moon PartyUSD 14.50
lemongrass-soaked tanqueray, velvet falernum, thai basil leaf, english cucumber
Dropout Classic MuleUSD 14.50
american vodka, ginger agave, lime
Evil Jungle PrincessUSD 15.00
rum blend, spiced orgeat, pineapple, guava, lime, pineapple rum float
El MatadorUSD 15.00
gran centenario añejo, elderflower, ginger agave, orange bitters
Campfire VibesUSD 14.50
100 proof bonded ky whiskey, chai jacked apple cider, spanish vanilla, roasted five spice
Giddy Up Espresso MartiniUSD 16.00
vodka, caffe borghetti espresso liqueur, spanish vanilla, cinnamon spiced cold brew
Sweater Weather SangriaUSD 13.00
Spiced Peaches, Passion Fruit, Apple Brandy, Lemon, Red Wine

Zero Proof

Yuzu Orchard Spritz
pomegranate yuzu, ginger-soaked organic agave, bubbly water
Sicilian Lemonade Stand
puréed strawberry, fever-tree sparkling lemonade
Vida Verdita
jalapeño, mint, pineapple, cilantro, bubbly water
Garden Mule
cucumber, mint, pressed lime, craft ginger soda

Wine

Red

Red Blend - The Prisoner Wine Co. "Unshackled" - CaliforniaUSD 15.00
- 6ozUSD 15.00
- 9ozUSD 22.50
- BtlUSD 58.00
Red Blend - Daou "The Pessimist" - Paso Robles, CaliforniaUSD 12.00
- 6ozUSD 12.00
- 9ozUSD 18.00
- BtlUSD 46.00
Pinot Noir - Sokol Blosser "Evolution" - Willamette Valley, OregonUSD 14.00
- 6ozUSD 14.00
- 9ozUSD 21.00
- BtlUSD 54.00
Pinot Noir - Rickshaw - CaliforniaUSD 11.00
On Tap
- 6ozUSD 11.00
- 9ozUSD 16.50
Cabernet - Illicit - CaliforniaUSD 11.00
- 6ozUSD 11.00
- 9ozUSD 16.50
- BtlUSD 42.00
Cabernet - Bonanza "Lot 7" by Chuck Wagner - CaliforniaUSD 14.00
- 6ozUSD 14.00
- 9ozUSD 21.00
- BtlUSD 54.00

Rosé & Bubbles

Rose - Fleurs de Prairie - Languedoc, FranceUSD 11.00
- 6ozUSD 11.00
- 9ozUSD 16.50
- BtlUSD 42.00
Prosecco - Fiori d'Acacia - Veneto, ItalyUSD 12.00
- 6ozUSD 12.00
- 9ozUSD 18.00
- BtlUSD 46.00
Sparkling - Mumm Napa "Blanc de Blancs" - Napa, CaliforniaUSD 62.00
- BtlUSD 62.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc - Crossings - New ZealandUSD 12.00
- 6ozUSD 12.00
- 9ozUSD 18.00
- BtlUSD 46.00
Sauvignon Blanc - RS "Sundress" - CaliforniaUSD 11.00
On Tap
- 6ozUSD 11.00
- 9ozUSD 16.50
Chardonnay - Duckhorn "Decoy" - CaliforniaUSD 13.00
- 6ozUSD 13.00
- 9ozUSD 19.50
- BtlUSD 50.00
Chardonnay - Hahn Family - CaliforniaUSD 10.00
- 6ozUSD 10.00
- 9ozUSD 15.00
- BtlUSD 38.00
Pinot Grigio - Bollini - Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, ItalyUSD 11.00
- 6ozUSD 11.00
- 9ozUSD 16.50
- BtlUSD 42.00
Riesling - The Seeker - Mosel, GermanyUSD 10.00
- 6ozUSD 10.00
- 9ozUSD 15.00
- BtlUSD 38.00

Beer

Sycamore Brewing "Beach Candy IPA"USD 7.00
Legion Friends & Beer "Juicy Jay IPA"USD 7.00
Protagonist Beer "Dolly Honey Blonde Ale"USD 6.50
Hi-Wire Brewing "Lo-Pitch Hazy IPA"USD 6.50
Heist Brewing "Druid Pils South" PilsnerUSD 6.50
Olde Mecklenburg Brewing "Hornets Nest Hefeweizen"USD 6.50
Sugar Creek Brewing Co. "Big Blood Orange IPA"USD 6.75
Fullsteam Brewing "Paycheck Lager"USD 6.75
Bull City Ciderworks "Local Rotating Cider"USD 7.00
Sierra Nevada "Hazy Little Thing"USD 6.50
Noda Brewing "Pitchside Pils"USD 7.00
Monday Night Brewing "Dr. Robot Berry Lemon Sour"USD 7.00

Draught

Coors Light - ColoradoUSD 5.50
Dos XX Lager - MexicoUSD 6.00
Peroni - ItalyUSD 7.00
Tap EighteenUSD 0.00
- MPUSD 0.00

Cans, Roadies & Shiners

Birdsong Brewing "Rewind Lager"USD 7.50
- 16ozUSD 7.50
Coors OG - ColoradoUSD 4.50
Paperbag SpecialUSD 2.95
who knows where
Modelo "Especial" - MexicoUSD 5.50
Deschutes Brewing "Fresh Squeezed IPA" - OregonUSD 5.75
Miller High Life - WisconsinUSD 4.50
Guinness - IrelandUSD 6.50
Tecate - MexicoUSD 5.25
Michelob Ultra - MissouriUSD 6.00
- 16ozUSD 6.00
Pabst "Blue Ribbon" - WisconsinUSD 4.00
Yuengling Lager - PennsylvaniaUSD 4.50
Corona Extra - MexicoUSD 5.50
Coors Light - ColoradoUSD 5.50
- 16ozUSD 5.50
White Claw - Assorted FlavorsUSD 6.00
Athletic Brewing - Non-AlcUSD 5.00

What 640 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
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Culinary Dropout in Charlotte offers a lively atmosphere perfect for any occasion, "amazing cocktails," and a diverse menu that includes standout dishes like the Chicken Katsu sandwich. While service can be inconsistent, many guests praise the "friendly staff" and "great live music." Ideal for date nights or group gatherings, it's a vibrant dining choice.

640 Reviews

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Paul
VIP
Charlotte
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was happy with the service but extremely disappointed with the fact they were out of so many things on a weekend. The Cap ribeye and pizza dough (for pizzas) was unavailable???? I’m not sure what happened but that was unfortunate and unexpected.
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Shayla
Charlotte
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The food was great in taste, but as long as we waited it should have been hot. It was lukewarm. Our waitress never came to check on us, I had to flag her down each time to request refills and other items. Overall it was a good experience
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Evan
Charlotte
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic as always but we waited well over an hour to get our appetizer and main course.
Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, as we strive to provide fantastic meals for our customers. We sincerely apologize for the lengthy wait time for your appetizer and main course. Your experience is important to us, and we are actively working to improve our service speed. We appreciate your understanding and hope to serve you more efficiently during your next visit. Sean Simon General Manager
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Tiffany
Milwaukee
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We dined for restaurant week. The food was good and a solid meal but nothing that blew my socks off. Our server was sweet but you could tell she had a large section and the kitchen was behind. The music was great but we're were right under a speaker. Our server and the manger were great about adjusting the volume so my friend and I could have a conversation. Overall a decent experience. I'm going to go back on a non event night and see if the experience changes any before I make a final decision on if I will return.
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David
Charlotte
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Friday night dinner, 6:30. Big space, lively, but not at all too loud. Great service. Food was very good. They had a live acoustic singer and guitarist, very nice and not too loud. Easy to park in the garage next door, CD validates parking. Would recommend CD.
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Jennifer
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for Brunch! Food was delicious and hot! Service attentive.
Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 5 days ago
Thank you so much for leaving us a 5-star rating - it's much appreciated!
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Evan
Charlotte
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Good food but overpriced. service was alright and they would not split an appetizer between 2 checks when we asked.
Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded 7 days ago
Thanks for the review, Evan. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food! We understand your concerns about the pricing and service. We strive to provide the best experience and value for our guests, and we appreciate your feedback. We hope to see you again soon and strive to make your next visit a perfect 5-star experience. Sean Simon General Manager
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Ryann
VIP
Charlotte
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
In a 90 min span, I only saw my waiter 3 times. Had a reservation and still had to wait 20 mins.
Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded on 5 January 2025
Hi Ryann, We are sorry to hear that we missed the mark during your visit last night. We strive to provide excellent customer service and pride ourselves on guest experience, so we very much appreciate your feedback - it is truly valuable to us. If you are willing, we would love to hear about your visit more in detail so that we can right our wrongs and improve. We'd also like to invite you back for a VIP experience to show you the excellence we are truly capable of. I hope to hear from you! Best regards, Sean Simon General Manager
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Kristen
Richmond
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Worst service ever. Long wait for food. Waiter never checked on us, offered another drink, or clear a plate. Manager apologized for long wait. Waiter offered desert on the house. We placed a dessert order that never came and were charged for it.
Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded on 8 January 2025
Thanks for the review, Kristen. We're really sorry to hear about your experience. It's clear that we fell short in providing the exceptional service you deserve. We understand how frustrating it can be to wait for your food and not receive the attention you deserve, especially when you've placed a large order. We sincerely apologize for this. We're taking your feedback seriously and will be addressing these issues to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with the dining experience you deserve. Sincerely, Sean Simon General Manager
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Dani
Charleston
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Overall food was just ok… chef seemed unwilling to take pork out of a simple starter, a few dirty pieces of silverware, some missing silverware, etc. One dish, the whipped feta and tahini comes with balsamic vinegar (which a few of us don’t or can’t eat) and it’s nowhere in the listed items of ingredients… and it swims in it! Same thing in a few other dishes… that was disappointing but we realized it wasn’t worth complaining because the staff is super nice, friendly, and it really is a nice atmosphere. Go for beers and cocktails.. to watch a game… not for the food. (Or at least expect bar quality food at best)
Culinary Dropout - CharlotteResponded on 2 January 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere and found our staff friendly. We apologize for the issues with the food, including the unexpected balsamic vinegar and silverware. Your comments are important to us, and we will address these concerns with our team to improve our offerings. We appreciate your understanding and hope you'll join us again for drinks and a better dining experience in the future.
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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 4.4 stars by 640 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

20 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 71 times today

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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 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.culinarydropout.com/locations/charlotte-nc/
Phone number
(980) 215-9005
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

Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Fried Chicken

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Cheese

Starters

Yesterday's SoupUSD 10.00

Soft Pretzels & Provolone FondueUSD 17.00

Spicy Shrimp Crispy RiceUSD 19.00

Wagyu Pigs In a BlanketUSD 17.00

Hot WingsUSD 18.00

Crispy Popcorn ShrimpUSD 18.00

Whipped Feta & Tahini DipUSD 14.50

Crispy Brussels SproutsUSD 12.00

BBQ Pork Belly NachosUSD 18.00

House Potato ChipsUSD 9.50

Antipasti

Snacks

Grilled AsparagusUSD 6.00

Marinated OlivesUSD 5.00

Crusty Bread, Garlic Oil & BalsamicUSD 5.00

House Smoked Salmon Dip, Crushed PretzelUSD 10.00

Marcona AlmondsUSD 4.50

Prosciutto Deviled EggsUSD 7.00

Meat & Cheese

Molinari SopressataUSD 6.00

Hot CoppaUSD 7.00

Prosciutto di San DanieleUSD 9.00

Dolce GorgonzolaUSD 5.50

Prairie Breeze CheddarUSD 5.00

Truffle CrescenzaUSD 6.00

Aged ManchegoUSD 5.50

Pimento CheeseUSD 6.00

Episode 163 "The Slicer"

Episode 163 "The Slicer"USD 29.50

Salads

House SaladUSD 9.50

Asian CrunchUSD 16.50

Classic CaesarUSD 13.00

Butternut Squash & KaleUSD 15.00

Chopped ChickenUSD 20.00

Sandwiches

Turkey PastramiUSD 18.00

Shaved Prime Rib Dip*USD 23.50

The Pub Burger*USD 19.00

The M.A.C. Burger*USD 19.00

Crispy Chicken KatsuUSD 19.00

Detroit Style Pizza

Pepperoni & Italian SausageUSD 21.00

Black Truffle MushroomUSD 22.00

CheeseUSD 20.00

Entrées

36-Hour Pork RibsUSD 31.00

Pasta BologneseUSD 24.00

Mongolian Short RibUSD 25.00

Korean Style Ribeye Cap*USD 37.00

Steak Frites*USD 36.00

Chicken Cacio e PepeUSD 23.00

Fried ChickenUSD 24.00

Peking Duck & Shrimp Fried RiceUSD 25.00

Beer Battered Fish & ChipsUSD 21.00

Spicy Vegan CurryUSD 21.00

Roasted Salmon*USD 29.00

Cocktails

Paloma SpritzUSD 15.00

Cali & Tay Skinny MargaritaUSD 15.00

Abandoned CadillacUSD 17.00

Pretty Easy*USD 15.00

Two to MangoUSD 15.50

Peaches & RyeUSD 15.50

Margarita, Por FavorUSD 15.00

Tijuana Spa WaterUSD 14.50

Signature Old FashionedUSD 16.00

Full Moon PartyUSD 14.50

Dropout Classic MuleUSD 14.50

Evil Jungle PrincessUSD 15.00