Culinary Dropout Dallas


Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,000 for off-peak dates, and $2,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 450 seated guests


About this venue

Located in the Design District, Culinary Dropout breaks all the rules with its uniform-free staff and relaxed ambiance, serving up classics in an unbeatable manner. Get ready to host your event with us and enjoy amped-up comfort foods, endless creative craft cocktails, local beers, and wine on tap. Whether you’re looking to throw a big shindig or kick back in a smaller, intimate setting with a few friends, we will have you covered. Explore our private and semi-private event spaces, perfect for your occasion.


Our event spaces

Rooftop Bar

A covered outdoor space featuring a full-service bar, high-top tables, and lounge seating. Ideal for welcome receptions, cocktail hours, or as an add-on to a larger event. The open layout and casual atmosphere make it well-suited for guest arrival or transitional moments between ceremony and reception.

Guest capacity

Up to 50 Seated

Up to 65 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

Main Dining Room

The main dining room at Culinary Dropout features both indoor and patio seating, offering flexible options for event bookings. Groups can reserve individual sections of the dining room or opt for a full buyout that includes access to both indoor and outdoor areas. Patio-only reservations are also available for those looking to host in an open-air setting.

Guest capacity

Up to 20 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

The Cash

Private space on our first floor

Located on the first floor, this private dining room can host up to 36 guests seated or 45 for a cocktail reception. With elegant sliding glass doors, you can choose a semi-private space to enjoy live music (Thurs-Sun) and the vibrant ambiance of the restaurant, or keep the room enclosed for a more intimate experience. The Cash is also equipped with a 72” plasma screen TV for multimedia presentations and offers a variety of seating configurations.

Guest capacity

10-36 Seated

10-45 Standing

Ideal for

Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Other

The Stevie

Dine overlooking the Dallas skyline

The Stevie, our private dining room, is the ultimate spot! Located on the second floor, this room features natural lighting through floor-to-ceiling windows and offers views of our stunning rooftop bar. It comfortably accommodates 54 guests seated or 60 guests for a cocktail reception. Equipped with a 72” Plasma screen TV for multi-media presentations and offering a variety of seating configurations, The Stevie is the perfect space for creating a memorable and stylish event!

Guest capacity

10-54 Seated

10-60 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Included in this room:

72 inch flat screen TV

The Strait

Chic space overlooking our rooftop and the Dallas skyline

The Strait, our private dining room, is the ultimate spot. Perched on the second floor, it comfortably seats 90 guests or 100 reception-style and is equipped with two 72" flat-screen TVs. With floor-to-ceiling windows offering a stunning view of our rooftop bar and downtown skyline, it's the perfect place to host an unforgettable celebration! 

Guest capacity

50-90 Seated

50-100 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Included in this room:

two 72 inch flat screen tv's 3 doors with direct access to our rooftop

The Nelson

intimate private dining on our rooftop

The Nelson, our private dining room, is the ultimate spot! Located on the second floor, this room features natural lighting through floor-to-ceiling windows and offers views of our stunning rooftop bar. It comfortably accommodates 36 guests seated or 45 guests for a cocktail reception. Equipped with a 72” Plasma screen TV for multi-media presentations and offering a variety of seating configurations, The Nelson is the perfect space for creating a memorable and stylish event!

Guest capacity

10-36 Seated

10-45 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, After party

Included in this room:

a 72 inch flat screen tv

Rooftop Bar

A covered outdoor space featuring a full-service bar, high-top tables, and lounge seating. Ideal for welcome receptions, cocktail hours, or as an add-on to a larger event. The open layout and casual atmosphere make it well-suited for guest arrival or transitional moments between ceremony and reception.

Guest capacity

Up to 50 Seated

Up to 65 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

Main Dining Room

The main dining room at Culinary Dropout features both indoor and patio seating, offering flexible options for event bookings. Groups can reserve individual sections of the dining room or opt for a full buyout that includes access to both indoor and outdoor areas. Patio-only reservations are also available for those looking to host in an open-air setting.

Guest capacity

Up to 20 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

The Cash

Private space on our first floor

Located on the first floor, this private dining room can host up to 36 guests seated or 45 for a cocktail reception. With elegant sliding glass doors, you can choose a semi-private space to enjoy live music (Thurs-Sun) and the vibrant ambiance of the restaurant, or keep the room enclosed for a more intimate experience. The Cash is also equipped with a 72” plasma screen TV for multimedia presentations and offers a variety of seating configurations.

Guest capacity

10-36 Seated

10-45 Standing

Ideal for

Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Other

The Stevie

Dine overlooking the Dallas skyline

The Stevie, our private dining room, is the ultimate spot! Located on the second floor, this room features natural lighting through floor-to-ceiling windows and offers views of our stunning rooftop bar. It comfortably accommodates 54 guests seated or 60 guests for a cocktail reception. Equipped with a 72” Plasma screen TV for multi-media presentations and offering a variety of seating configurations, The Stevie is the perfect space for creating a memorable and stylish event!

Guest capacity

10-54 Seated

10-60 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Included in this room:

72 inch flat screen TV

The Strait

Chic space overlooking our rooftop and the Dallas skyline

The Strait, our private dining room, is the ultimate spot. Perched on the second floor, it comfortably seats 90 guests or 100 reception-style and is equipped with two 72" flat-screen TVs. With floor-to-ceiling windows offering a stunning view of our rooftop bar and downtown skyline, it's the perfect place to host an unforgettable celebration! 

Guest capacity

50-90 Seated

50-100 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Included in this room:

two 72 inch flat screen tv's 3 doors with direct access to our rooftop

The Nelson

intimate private dining on our rooftop

The Nelson, our private dining room, is the ultimate spot! Located on the second floor, this room features natural lighting through floor-to-ceiling windows and offers views of our stunning rooftop bar. It comfortably accommodates 36 guests seated or 45 guests for a cocktail reception. Equipped with a 72” Plasma screen TV for multi-media presentations and offering a variety of seating configurations, The Nelson is the perfect space for creating a memorable and stylish event!

Guest capacity

10-36 Seated

10-45 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, After party

Included in this room:

a 72 inch flat screen tv


Available services that can be provided by Culinary Dropout Dallas

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Service staff
  • Set up

Culinary Dropout Dallas menu options


Reviews

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  • SM

    Samantha M.

    Rating: 5
    Jul 11, 2025

    Perfect Space for Intimate Events!

    Culinary Dropout Dallas was the perfect venue for our rehearsal dinner! From the very first interaction, their communication style was quick, productive, and clear - making the planning process so much easier, especially when coordinating with other vendors. The space was truly stunning. The staff went out of their way to include custom signage and really made our special day feel that much more personalized. Additionally, every member of the team was so accommodating and knowledgeable, and my guests could not stop complimenting the beautiful venue and the incredible service. I would highly recommend Culinary Dropout Dallas to any couple looking for an unforgettable wedding experience.

  • AW

    Amber W.

    Rating: 5
    Jul 11, 2025

    Amazing space!

    Culinary Dropout Dallas was the perfect venue for our rehearsal dinner. From the moment we first reached out, the staff was super responsive and helpful in guiding us through the planning process. The space itself is absolutely beautiful and unique - the plants/greenery throughout and industrial-chic decor created such a warm and inviting atmosphere for our guests. The personal touches they added to our custom menu were so thoughtful and really made the day feel extra special. I just have to say that the staff from the special event manager to the servers that took care of us were amazing!! It made what can be a stressful time planning feel so easy and gave me a lot of relief. We are so grateful to the Culinary Dropout team for helping make our wedding day perfect.


Yes! We have a ramp access for our front entrance as well as an elevator to get to our second floor.
We typically book space for 3 hours; more time is available for a higher food and beverage minimum.
A food and beverage minimum goes towards any food and beverage spending for your event. If this minimum amount is not met, the remainder is considered a room charge. It’s helpful to keep in mind that minimums vary based on the day of the week, time of year, space requested, and group size. This does not include the 4.25% service charge, sales tax, and gratuity.
Gratuity is the amount you decide to leave the team who executes your event. You may indicate that amount on the online agreement or at the end of your event. As always, gratuity is determined solely by you. The service charge pays for any associated operating costs. For events with a food and beverage minimum exceeding $10,000 or full restaurant buyouts, where the restaurant is closed to the public, a 23% service charge will replace the 4.25% service charge and gratuity option. A deposit will also apply. Please speak to your Special Events Manager for details
If you cancel within two weeks of your event, 50% of the food and beverage minimum will be charged. Cancellations that occur less than 24 hours out from the event will result in a 100% charge of the food and beverage minimum. Different cancellation polices apply for group reservations in a main dining room or full restaurant buyouts. If this applies to your event, please ask your Special Events Manager for more information. Cancellation fees are not transferable
After your dedicated Special Events Manager sends the online event agreement, please sign and return within three business days.
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No, we have a full bar onsite with lots of variety.
Yes, we have a lot out front