Cynthia is the best manager EVER! One of our favorite summer spots! Great food, amazing staff. Fantastic atmosphere!

Beach bar on the water with a great vibe! The atmosphere makes this place feel like you're on an island! Friendly staff. Food tastes fresh! read more

I love the food at Drift. They have lots of seafood options but also other options for people who don't want seafood. Last night we had the oysters Rockefeller- delicious. I had the scallops with risotto and my boyfriend had the swordfish special- it came with bok choy. It had an Asian twist to it. Coconut curry sauce. So yummy. The vibes are always high at Drift. They have an outdoor bar where you can enjoy the band and sit by a fireplace or warmer when the sun goes down. Or you can choose to sit inside if you just want a more quiet dinner. I love all the options, not only in food but in atmosphere. Finally the service was great. Friendly and knowledgeable waitstaff. read more

A perfect summer day of sunshine and low humidity screams of sharing a meal by the water. That's exactly what the Honey and I did today. This is a favorite summertime spot that serves good drinks and good food. Whether we decide on burgers or seafood, we are never disappointed. Our server Katelyn was friendly and attentive. The support staff kept our table neat and clean throughout our lunch. We started with mojitos, good and strong! The Mahi Mahi Drift Tacos were fresh and delicious. The Guanciale and Clams over linguine was fantastic!! We ended with espressos and key lime pie. We've been here on weekends when they have live music. If you happen to be on the water and get hungry, you can pull up right to the dock! If you're looking for a sweet summer venue to kick back and enjoy lunch or dinner, this place is definitely worth a visit. Thank me later..... read more

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Love these guys!!!! Waitstaff is so friendly and accommodating! Great vibe! Food is great! If you need any special request -- they deliver. Special occasions. Whatever you need. Do not fail to go here to celebrate a Special night. Live music. What are you waiting for? read more

Drift 82 - Outdoors at Drift 82 - New American Near Me - Patchogue, New York

Great spot by the water, you can dine in or dine outside. Sometimes it's super packed and the wait is long, just depends what time you show up. The food is great and the drinks too. Love to hang back here and enjoy good food with good company. Would definitely be back for that lobster Mac n cheese. read more

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The food was amazing! Everything had flavor, cooked perfectly and fresh. The service was top notch and the food and drinks came out quick no waiting or anything. The live music was great, a nice little surprise that they went longer. Overall a perfect vibe to close out a nice weekend. read more

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What an incredible experience! This restaurant has everything you could ask for. The waterfront location creates a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere that's perfect for a date night, family dinner, or just unwinding with friends. The ambiance is peaceful and inviting, with gorgeous views that make you want to stay long after your meal. The food was outstanding--everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Every dish we ordered exceeded our expectations, and the service was friendly, attentive, and welcoming without ever feeling rushed. If you're looking for a place with amazing food, stunning waterfront views, and a laid-back, relaxing vibe, this is it. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience! read more

Fantastic location. Ellen is an amazing waitress. made excellent recommendations and delivered excellent service. It was lovely to see boats on a bustling river. With the exception of the mussels, the seafood tower was excellent. The taste was off and they were really soft. Calamari didn't taste well either. The steak pieces were excellent. didn't particularly enjoy dumplings. Desserts: The cheese cake was delicious. The food was mediocre, the service was excellent, and the environment was fantastic. Excellent bar both inside and out. read more

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Came here on a Saturday evening, and the atmosphere was lively with live music and a beautiful view overlooking the water. Luckily, we did not have to wait for a table. Service was great, and our waitress was attentive. For appetizers, we got the Oyster Rockefeller. It came with 6, and they were creamy and delicious. For the entree, I got the salmon, which was cooked to perfection. No complaints and would order it again. read more

Drift 82 - Salmon - New American Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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As soon as I walked into Drift 82, I really wanted to love with this place for repeat visits. The restaurant has a cozy, beachy vibe that makes it the perfect spot with its stunning view of the Great South Bay. The service was impeccable--our waiter was friendly, and really made us feel taken care of. But, as much as I wanted to keep coming back, the food just didn't live up to the expectations that the beautiful setting and upscale prices would suggest. I had high hopes, but some of the skepticism after reading other reviews which was unfortunately spot on: the food here is incredibly underwhelming for the price. Appetizers: Clams Casino: For $18, I was expecting a little more than six tiny clams, each one was rubbery, overcooked, and lacked any of the depth of flavor. Cajun Seared Tuna: I love a good tuna, and this one came close to being a standout. The sear was fine, and the temperature was just shy of medium, but the wasabi and teriyaki drizzle felt lazy. I've had better. Entrees: Mahi Mahi: Broiled, not seared, it wasn't terrible. The fish was a little on the dry side, but the overall flavor was decent, especially with the grilled pineapple topping. Still, for what it cost, I expected a more flavorful and tender piece of fish. Halibut (Dinner Special): This was really disappointing. Halibut is such a beautiful fish, delicate and buttery, but what I was served was far from it. The fish was overcooked, and the accompanying risotto was undercooked--nothing like the creamy, perfectly al dente risotto you'd expect at a restaurant of this caliber. It was bland, dry, and sorely lacking in seasoning. I had to add so much salt and pepper. Two mixed drinks, two beers, the two entrees, and two Apps added up to well over $200 (with tip). You're paying for the ambiance here, which is undeniably great, but the food just doesn't justify the cost. Despite the beautiful setting and excellent service, I'm not sure I'd be returning. Unless bad night for the cooks? Drift 82 has potential, but for now, it's more of a "look but don't touch" kind of place for me. read more

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Long Island summer outdoor vibe, friendly, efficient service, good food, outstanding cocktails, but mixed accessibility. The parking and most of the outdoor seating is on gravel-a disaster for mobility challenged people. See my Instagram reel for video. read more

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Nat was our server and she was awesome. Very personable and I truly love that about a server. Definitely met me on my level. I love Drift 82 although I would love to see some seasonal changes on the menu with food. I'll be back again for sure as usual and hope to see Nat again. Cool chick read more

Drift 82 - New American Near Me - Patchogue, New York

Was trying to make a reservation for 22 people on a Tuesday in August. My wife's 60th birthday party. Called 3 times, each time I was told their manager would contact me. Took my information, etc. I told them no need for a special menu, that the open menu would be fine, let everyone order what they want, including the bar, as it's a big deal for our family to celebrate this. I had anticipated spending between 2000-2500, and leaving a sizable gratuity for the servers. Pretty bad that they wouldn't want our business on a Tuesday in August. The irony? My wife's family is in the frozen food and fresh food import business for many years, and they know just about everyone. Nice Job Drift 82. read more

Love it at Drift! Food is always delish and most important, it's consistent! Beef carpaccio, Oysters Rock, always excellent read more

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People came and went, and we still waited for our food..no reason given. The food was bland, and we will not be back.

Went there for lunch with some friends during the week, not really busy. I found the service to be a little off, kind of casual and not very attentive. I hate it when waitresses constantly walk by without glancing your way and that happened all the time we were there. Several people in our group ordered the calamari shrimp dish with bok Choi which they loved. Me, I got the lobster roll and was disappointed. I got a brioche roll, not toasted or grilled, just sitting there with a pile of ok lobster on top, not even into the bun and impossible to eat without a knife and fork. The tuna tartare was good though. read more

We booked a reservation well in advance for a party of 10. While we were seated promptly and served initial drinks, the service completely broke down after that. We waited an hour and a half, and our food never arrived. It felt as though our order was entirely forgotten. The staff never proactively communicated with us about the extreme delay. We had to go out of our way to chase them down just to get an update. Even then, they repeatedly assured us the food was "right on its way," but it never came. We ultimately had to leave without ever being served our food. Extremely disappointed with the complete lack of organization, communication, and basic customer service. read more

The outdoor seating area is very nice and the live music adds a great touch. The service is very good and the waitresses there clearly work very hard. The food is good but not worth the price tag. read more

Went on a Tuesday at lunch. It was quiet which we like.. Food was good. Service was good. read more

Drift 82 - Inside - New American Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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Based on the location and decor, I really wanted to like this place. It's close enough to become a regular place for us. Parking: The lot is small, but appropriately sized for the seating inside. Plus, the valet took care of everything. Service: We arrived about 10 minutes early for our reservation, but were seated right away. It's seemed busy, but not packed, so I can't say if this is the norm, but everything was prompt. Drink orders were taken and came out right away, food service throughout the meal was prompt, and drink refills were always offered. Appetizers: Raw oysters were good. Could use a better cocktail sauce and maybe offer some hot sauce, but I'm sure the latter was available, if I asked. The fried calamari was a mixed bag. The breading wasn't too crisp, but the calamari was also perfectly tender, not rubbery. The breading just had no flavor or seasoning. Not even a little salt over the calamari when it came out of the fryer. That was disappointing. Dinner: My wife ordered the petite filet medium. I know it's tough to get a perfect temperature right on a thick cut filet, but hers was mostly medium well to well done throughout. I ordered the mussels with white wine and garlic as my main. The broth tasted like ... skim milk would be the best way to put it. I couldn't taste garlic, butter, or wine. The mussels were perfectly cooked, but all I could taste was mussels in skim milk. We ordered several sides which, in hindsight, we should have known were family style sized, based on the prices. Four sides for two people turned out to be quite a bit. I guess the server wanted to be polite and not point that out in case we did want four family style sized sides for two people, but that's fine. It's on us, not them. The shoestring fires were crispy. The mashed potatoes were a touch dry, but my wife likes the consistency. The asparagus were a touch undercooked, as was the broccoli, but you did get a good amount for the price. The one constant in everything we ate was that there was little to no seasoning on anything. I'm not talking over seasoning everything to the point that you don't taste the food. I mean not even a pinch of salt on anything. I don't like a lot of salt. I tend to go very light when I cook myself. If I'm adding salt to something at a restaurant, it's definitely under-seasoned. Had it been just one item, we might've sent it back or just let it go. Being that it was everything, I think it's more about how all food here is being prepared. Overall: Like I said earlier, we REALLY wanted to like this place. It just didn't live up to expectations. Sadly, we won't be back. read more

Ugh, tried again and still disappointed. Drinks are the only draw. Food is subpar. Ordered the mahi mahi with pineapple chutney and risotto. Mahi was over seared, very dry and no pineapple just green peppers and flavorless risotto. read more

To John (The Owner): I went back to your resturant last night to celebrate an incredible achievement by one of our close friends that completed her Pilot Instrument Rating flight test but it was completely soured by how we were treated. Michele had reserved the table for our party of 8 friends and she chose to go to Drift 82 to celebrate in-spite of our previous experience that I reviewed about in Yelp just a few weeks ago. Once again we had A.J. as our waiter and Cynthia the manager who recognized us for having a problem at our last visit that involved an un-edible steak served to me. At that time I wrote a review that we had an issue and the manager had resolved the problem promptly but I ignored to mention the hiccup we experienced. We went to your restaurant again to celebrate and after ordering our drinks and placing our order with A.J. It all went down hill from there. I was one of the people that Amo O. had just posted in Yelp of a factual review of the poor treatment we had experienced...once again. All the food was coming out at staggered times particularly the dinner plates came out staggered but only 7 of the 8 people got served their meal. As we were all patiently waiting for the 8th dish to come out for Michele, who picked Drift 82 and the person we were celebrating, she did not receive a dinner. After a long wait as we were all are waiting to eat with her, we realized they forgot her dinner so we flagged down Cynthia to fix. Once again she apologized and went into the kitchen to find the missing dinner and came out of the kitchen and served Michele her dinner. After a long wait she cuts into the Salmon that was served on a salad, the fish was raw and un-edible which was then returned to the kitchen and never to come back out. As we all began eating most of the Halibut plates were overcooked, the Chilean Sea Bass was under cooked and once again the apologies to us were plentiful. Although we were offered free deserts and not charged for the dinner she never received, we left disgusted and angry after ruining our celebration. After two bad experiences in a row it has become obvious you have a systemic problem with overwhelmed staffing. The ball was completely dropped from the Chef's, wait staff, food servers and Cynthia for not responding to a forgotten meal and poor coordination. Sadly our group of friends who dine out together frequently, we have concluded that we won't be returning after this experience. This is a shame because the water view, music and boat docking were the only positive experiences we enjoyed but with poor service, long waits, mediocre food and high prices it is hard to justify spending money there. John, as a business owner that 4 of our party of 8 are, we hope you recognize the staffing shortage, overcrowding and quality control issues you have. It is hurting Drift 82's reputation and we hope that you stop apologizing and fix it before any of us ever consider returning. Robert read more

Our waitress, Jackie was amazing. She explained the dishes very well. She was also knowledgeable about their wine list which I appreciate. The food was delicious - I love lobster but don't like to work to get it out of the shell. The entree lobster was served out of the shell and it was divine. Ambiance was unmatched as you might be able to see from my pictures. Additionally amenities worth mentioning: heated lamps for outdoor dining, live music on Sat night (when I was there) and valet parking. What else can a girl ask for? read more

Drift 82 - Outdoor Bar - New American Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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Drift 82 is the perfect summer spot to enjoy seafood with a view. Located in Sandspit Marina, it's nestled along the Patchogue River, making it a fun stop after a day on Fire Island, or for locals looking for a bite to eat. I stopped in on a Tuesday night, and there was live music and a crowd. There was a short wait to eat outside, and although the service was super friendly, it was a bit slow. I enjoyed my big bowl of lobster mac and cheese, and my mocktail was refreshing. As the sun dipped beneath the horizon and the air cooled, firepits and heaters were lit, making for cozy cool night vibes. Totally check it out if you haven't! read more

Drift 82 - The beachy vibes at Drift 82. - New American Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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Dined here this past weekend and was lucky enough to get a reservation as there was a three hour wait. We've never been here before but loved the ambiance upon arriving. There was a live band (who were great) and everyone was enjoying the outdoor bar, tables with fire pits and outdoor seating. My husband had the oysters and we shared the fried calamari appetizer. Both were extremely fresh and enjoyable. Unfortunately, they were only able to offer penne a la vodka for lunch and not dinner, which I hoped to have. It was a bummer but I couldn't change it so I opted for the steak tidbits appetizer as my entree. It was actually extremely delicious and the marinade was perfect. More than enough for just myself. My side of asparagus, though, was horrible. It was smothered in garlic so I wasn't able to finish it. My husband has the pan seared scallops over asparagus and risotto to which he said were very good. The dessert options were pretty average but we opted for ice cream elsewhere. If you're looking for a fun night out, this is your spot! read more

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Hello everyone please avoid this place. Went here last night and got the pene 82. It was cold and disgusting. Service was horrible. I wake up the next morning pasta was the last thing i ate. And im vomiting and my stomach is killing me. Insane service took way to long. They said fri diablo took a hour to cook? We got there at 530 ended up leaving at 7:00 due to not having our entrees. Also to top it off silverware was extremely disgusting and dirty. read more

This was our first time! Nat our server was amazing !! super personable, likable and truly made our dinner enjoyable. Will definitely be back read more

Mediocre food, noisy, extremely rude management particularly Cynthia. Bad service and expensive! Lots of nice places nearby. Stay away from this place! read more

Food was great. Risotto is to die for and it's the perfect spot for lunch!! Very chill vibes.

Less then any stars... 4 couples and all the fish was dry and disgusting. Actually... we were celebrating our friends achievement of becoming an instrument rated pilot.. Sadly they never brought out her meal... and after waiting 20 minutes they brought it out and it was a simple grilled salmon with salad. When we made them aware... they finally brought it out and it was not cooked, completely rare n un edible. We told them and they dropped the ball. The place doesn't have enough staff. Completely under staffed and the manager in control literally sucks. In a very condescending way, she acts like she cares and she doesn't give a s***. It was so clear she's like, oh, we'll give you a dessert for free. That was absolutely so unprofessional we weren't looking for anything for free.We were looking for decent food.The food was horrible.The service was horrible, and the bottom line is the management sucks. None of us will ever go back there again. A huge disappointment with a complete staff that doesn't give a s***, it's seasonal, and they're like, basically f*** y**. We don 't give a s*** and tomorrow's another day. And i'm only giving them one star.Cause it won't allow you to give anything less than one star.Otherwise it would get no stars, so the person we was celebrated.Didn't even have a meal tonight left there with no meal.It 's absolutely unacceptable. read more

Quick and friendly service! Vibes were great, saw nothing but smiling faces around! Food was tasty! Recommend the seared tuna app and steak tidbits for sure! read more

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I came here with my hubby on a date lunch. The ambiance is chill and relaxing, I love the palm trees! Th food was excellent and service friendly and on point. Highly recommend. read more

Drift 82 - Chill vibe, great place for a partner date! - New American Near Me - Patchogue, New York

Came across from Seaview Pulled right up dockside Great place for people watching All food and beverage...Top Knotch read more

We came here for a cute date night to be on the water. We weren't expecting it to be phenomenal but it wasn't bad. It was just mediocre. Our server was weird & so was the rest of the staff but we just ate & enjoyed the atmosphere & drinks. It definitely gets rowdy & loud & packed so be prepared. If you're looking for a quiet night out, this is not the place for you. But if you're looking for somewhere to go, have a few drinks with friends or whoever and just chill this is a good place. We haven't been back in two years, but I'm sure we'll be back eventually. read more

WEAR BUG SPRAY! My sister and I were being attacked by little gnats/flies while sitting outside. The restaurant is so cute, and it would've been a perfect night if not for the bugs. There was a musician playing live music, and we got to watch the sun set. The cocktails were great, and my sister and I shared a seafood tower which was fun to chat and catch up while cracking into a lobster. read more

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This is such a polarizing review. On one hand, you cannot beat the vibes at Drift. Live music, swaying palms, boats coming in, the fact I can ride my bike there and if I don't, there's a sweet young man to park my car so very politely....my gosh it's fab! On the other hand, that is literally the only thing you are paying for. Is it worth it sometimes? Like when you're really ready for summer and it's a beautiful night and the drinks are flowing - yep, it is. When it comes down to it though, the food is sub-par, as is the service. Food only? Not worth it one bit. Once seated, it took nearly 20 minutes (timed...sorry ‍) to put in a drink order. We reviewed the menu that is the exact same menu it's been for at least five years, maybe more; and asked for specials. Server had to go check. Then go check again because she forgot to check the first time. We settled on the halibut special and the mahi from the menu. Folks, the jig is up...we are just broiling fish and using up all the peppers and onions on site and chopping them in different ways to accompany said fish. A mango salsa versus a pineapple chutney? - yeahhh we throw different chopped fruit into that pepper onion mix. That's all. Both fish dishes were DYING for flavor - I dang near sucked my lemon dry, and honestly for nearly $40 a pop, I'd like the chef to make an intelligent, comprehensive pairing with a side and not just slice some bell peppers in different ways and pretend to be serving a $40 dollar meal. Please do better. I love your spot. The menu needs a refresh, your service needs and smile, and the food needs to be upgraded from something I can throw together in my kitchen. I want to give Drift 82 my business, I really do. But it feels like they don't really care if they get it or not and that feels yucky. Get the hint that it is summer on Long Island and crappy food in a great locale is a dime a dozen. Drift needs to not be so comfy with expensive mediocrity and elevate the menu and the service to meet its price point. Right now, go for mediocre/ehhh-level food and potentially a server to look at you twice during the night - but stay for the fantastic vibes. They get that right every time - but isn't that just our beautiful Great South Bay? read more

As Two couples we went the other afternoon for lunch. Wow! All meals were delicious! The fish and chips with waffle fries, huge portion, the TNT Salad went above and beyond, the tuna, calamari in the Bok choy were more than enough for to. The Drift shrimp tacos didnt disappoint either and came with three different sauces. Our waitress Valerie was spot on, made suggestions answered our questions and was very attentive. We will be back read more

Very nice place to go for a date, hang out with friends and bring the family... its definitely a summer vibe... bring the sun screen and the shade lol... but the food was fresh and the friendly.... Definitely recommend!!! read more

Drift 82 - New American Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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Beautiful inside and outside seating. I would recommend sitting outside! Our server Paulina was great! Ensured that we got our food and drinks promptly and made sure everything was perfect. Started off my journey at Drift 82 by ordering their Marinated Steak Tibits. Tastes just as it sounds, PHENOMENAL. Thinly cut strips of steak with crumbles of bleu cheese on top, simply divine! The Ozu that the steak is marinating in is what makes this dish so remarkable. Beautifully medium rare cooked steak, you can't beat that with a few beers and a beautiful view of the waterfront. Then I ordered some Buffalo wings, crispy and delicious. Needed more sauce but still hit the spot. For our mains we ordered the steak sandwich. Probably the best steak sandwich I had in a long time. Juicy, Smokey and tender steak meets with a sesame seed bun with fried onion straws. The juice of the steak mixed with the ozu worked perfectly with the bread just soaking in the flavor. If your mouth isn't watering yet, you definitely have to stop by to Drift 82 and give these items a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

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