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NEW: Alabama’s 1st Culinary Dropout is coming to The Summit
In late 2023, Birmingham will welcome Alabama’s first-ever Culinary Dropout to The Summit. The brainchild of James Beard-nominated restaurateur Sam Fox, it will feature deelish food, cocktails, local bands and genuine hospitality.
Culinary Dropout: know before you go
“Culinary Dropout is just a fun place to be. Anyone who stops by can enjoy the experience it brings—it’s a place for families, date night, or after-work food and drinks. We cannot wait to serve the people of Birmingham with killer hospitality, great food, and memorable drinks.”
Sam Fox, founder
- What: Culinary Dropout, sister to North Italia, will be a place you can “eat, drink + rock.”
- Who: Sam Fox is a recipient of the Hot Concept awards by Nation’s Restaurant News + a James Beard nominee who founded Fox Restaurant Concepts in 1998, which has since introduced over a dozen restaurant brands with:
- Nearly 5,000 team members in
- Over 60 locations across the US
- Where: 214 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35243, next to Talbot’s and across from P.F. Chang’s
- Opening: late 2023
The food
You’ll find classic meals with attitude on the menu.
Crew favorites:
- House-made pretzels with Provolone fondue
- Honey-drizzled fried chicken
Crowd faves:
- 36-Hour Slow Roasted Pork Ribs basted in jalapeño BBQ sauce
- Hot wings drenched in a tangy sweet buffalo sauce
Check out menus from other locations to get an idea of what we can look forward to.
The cocktails
Cocktails are a big part of the experience, featuring:
- House made syrups
- Infused liquor
- Fresh-squeezed juices
- Extra love
House faves:
- El Matador made with añejo tequila, elderflower liqueur, ginger agave, and a dash of orange bitters
- Room Service, shaken and served up with American gin, zesty lemon, sweet strawberry and topped with crisp, bubbly wine
Live local music is part of the vibe
You’ll find an eclectic mix of rockstar art setting the stage for live local bands.
“Culinary Dropout isn’t just a restaurant; no matter what you crave, it’s an experience – yummy food, festive drinks, local music, or just a comfortable place to relax. Our team has been working hard on making this addition to The Summit a reality. We cannot wait to watch Culinary Dropout Birmingham come to life and for our customers to experience the uniqueness of the concept, firsthand.”
—Krista Wood, Vice President of Leasing, Centennial
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