There is a lot of things to love about Drift In (AKA: sister restaurant of Grand Banks). I came here for a birthday event and I'm really glad I chose this venue. What is great: - LOCATION LOCATION... great view of the Hudson (even though you are looking into Jersey) - The cocktails (and drinks in general) from the iced coffee to the Mariner cocktails - hits way above its weight class - The service - such friendly, kind, and caring service - Dog friendly! Why this isn't a 5 star - Some of the furniture doesnt seem the most stable - The food is expensive (I'm baking in inflation) and has super small portions - You have to use a public bathroom - separate from the restaurant (tourists don't exactly take as much care in the bathroom - hint hint) This is great for: 1. Adult birthday parties 2. Reunions 3. 3rd dates 4. Introducing a girl/guy to your parents This is bad for 1. Break ups 2. Kids 3. People who need really sturdy furniture read more

Sister restaurant bar to "The Pilot" ship, docked over at Pier 6 in Brooklyn, this was a nice respite on my walk from the World Trade center, along the path that runs adjacent to the West side highway. Christian was my bartender and a super nice guy. It was not crowded during this smoky week day, and this is the perfect spot to coordinate a bike ride on Citibike if you're so inclined. Feels like your in the islands. I'll be back. read more

Amazing views, amazing staff, amazing drinks! Went on a little walk down west side highway and stopped to grab a happy Hour cocktail. I was not disappointed. Beautiful location with plenty of seating and excellent service! I will Be back to try some of the food everyone is raving about :) read more

Drift In - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Enjoyed the place and the food was great. The service was excellent. Thank you Murilo!!

You pay for the location and I mean you will pay. 20 bucks for 6 east coast oysters equals 3.33 each. They were titled Navy Point which I never heard off but from what I saw when I got them they are Blue points. Maybe that's a proprietor's name. They were definitely blue points though. That's not a bad thing but they shouldn't go for more than 2.5 each. I can't say anything about the taste of them bc they were exactly what you'd expect from blue points but they weren't shucked good ! They weren't cut from the bottom shell so I had to use the fork to release them from. That ruins the oyster eating experience. I got the Sunday beer , it was 7 bucks and was definitely not a pint. I also got the Big pickle. It was just a huge pickle lol. I had to take so much points off for the price and the subpar oyster shucking. Service was nice. I would only suggest you come here for one drink at sunset. read more

Drift In - Sunday beer , Navy Points , and the big pickle. - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

A chilly Summer Saturday couldn't keep us away from enjoying drinks at this super cute spot on the Hudson. Drinks: 4/5 We both had the Permanent Vacation and enjoyed it. It's visually a beautiful drink thanks to the coconut vs. blue Curacao hues. Perfect for summer day drinking. It was definitely a one-and-done kind of drink for me though. I couldn't drink two of these in a row, but it was a good selection for a casual drink. Service: 5/5 Hostesses were warm and friendly, as was our server. He was kind and checked on us just the right amount of times/frequency. Food: 5/5 Granted, we only had an order of fries (we had a late lunch and were just coming by for a cocktail - but the table next to us ordered fries and they looked good so we got some to nibble on). They were surprisingly really tasty. They were hot, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with just the right amount of salt. Everything you want your fries to be. And the sage aioli really took these over the top. Ambiance: 4/5 All outdoor seating on the waterfront (with the walkway/bikeway in between you and the river). Gorgeous views. Picnic/casual-like atmosphere. Only drawback was they don't have their own bathrooms, so you have to use the public restrooms next door. Surprisingly they were well-maintained so it wasn't a huge deal but would have been great if they had their own. read more

It was the perfect sunny and hot day in Manhattan to sit along the water in the shade and have a nice lunch. Food was good and service was attentive. We got plenty to eat. Definitely recommend it. read more

Drift In - Burger and fries - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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One of the bartenders was weird and slightly culturally insensitive. She told a family (that sounded like they were French by their accent) who was trying to order french fries that "she speaks European" and that she knows chips are fries. As a person who sat next to the family at the bar and listening to the family ordering in english, I felt that comment was off putting and uncalled for, especially since I could understand them just fine and there was no reason to make that comment. Other than that, cocktails were delicious and ambiance was great. read more

Came here and sat at the bar. Ordered the fish and chips and lobster roll. The ambiance and view was really nice, but I don't think this place is a bang for your buck. The lobster roll was tiny (took me 5 minutes to finish) and the side was just a small salad. The fish and chips were okay, not really anything special. This place would be great for drinks though. Wouldn't come back for the food. read more

A nice outdoor place along the Hudson. Super great for the summer. Easygoing and chill. A better place for friends and early dates. The place itself is not super romancey but you can go on a romantic stroll after drinks! I quite enjoyed my time. Not a 5 bc I like Grand Banks better. But a solid substitute for a non boat bar along the Hudson. read more

Drift In - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

The lobster roll was pretty solid, the side salad however left a lot to be desired. Pretty good fries, wonderful ambiance. read more

A complete tourist clip joint! I ordered a martini and ended up with a water glass full of ice and some vodka- $16, I was charged $2 extra dollars for "up". In addition to $2 for NYC water. Not to mention a $10 cover charge. I ordered a second martini just because I couldn't believe a NYC bartender could get it so wrong and again, a water glass full of ice and some vodka. the Oysters were good, the lobster sandwich and calamari were good as well but the meal cost $180 which was over the top, even for a great location. The worse part of the experience is that I spoke with the GM the next morning and instead of being apologetic and offering to refund the money I spent on the "martini's" he told me that they don't usually make martinis and offered me a round on him next time I come in. There are a lot of amazing restaurants in NYC that are capable of making a martini and don't charge you for tap water and an extra $2 for "up". This is not one of them. read more

Drift In - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped here to take a break on our walk. We just ordered a couple of drinks. The bar tender was very really cool too. read more

Drift In - Skipper Key - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

One of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. Maybe they weren't quite ready for the season but: -Drinks very slow to come and no water served the whole night -Slow to take dinner order -No bathroom in their space and the nearby public bathroom was first being cleaned, then closed for the night so nowhere to go -After a long wait for dinner order to be taken, heard they were out of burgers -Then after a long wait for food to come learned that the fryer was broken so we'd have to wait a while. And they were out of the spinach and artichoke dip so that wasn't coming -Then fried chicken sandwiches arrived and heard for the person who ordered fish & chips that they were out of that, so they ordered a cold turkey club figuring that should be a safe bet Ran out of most of the food we wanted, poor communication from server, long waits, no offer to comp anything, all around awful service and nowhere near what I'd expect from somewhere affiliated with Grand Banks. read more

This is a hidden gem. No be location. Small many but great choices. Tables are not packed close together like other places. Waitress was friendly and helpful. Not bathroom but the public bathroom is right next door and clean. Food was delicious. I would come back. read more

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-0 STARS Drift at 389 west was the worst place to eat. I guess l have to be white to receive respectful service. The manager was rude & racist. This is how they treat blacks while eating at drift: l asked for my food to go since it took over an hour after my party finished for my food come out and they gave it to me and a plastic soup container instead of a real to go box. A burger. Why Would you smoosh a burger into a plastic container and throw it on the table and say fuck him. I will never in my life eat at this bad service, over priced shit hole again. RACIST, RACIST, RACIST, RACIST, RACIST!!! read more

Drift In - My to go Hanger & Brisket Burger * - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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Location Location Location. That and great service earns the 4-star review. Came here with my girlfriend for dinner and sunset on Thursday evening (through a reservation). It was pretty busy but we were seated promptly and checked out the menu. Food here is definitely on the pricier side and wasn't super great. I got the gazpacho, fish sandwich, and corn. Gazpacho was super tart and didn't have a nice cucumber flavor-undertone characteristic of the great soup. Moreover, the croutons were not crunchy and were already soaked in the soup. Was almost inedible The fish sandwich was better. But was super greasy and lacked flavor. They should really have drained it better before putting it on the sandwich where the bottom bun soaked up all that oil and fat. The corn sadly wasn't great. The toppings while pretty weren't flavorful. The corn was cooked well but probably good to steer clear of this as well. Overall, it was good for a one time experience since i always pass this place on my runs. Don't think I will be back but it's a pretty place to visit at least once read more

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This is one of the best spots on Hudson River Park to have a drink with a date or with (a) friend(s)! The ambiance is much more low key and intimate than what you would find with Grand Banks or City Vineyard as it was more reminiscent of a scenic backyard patio overlooking the river. On days with good weather, the reservations fill up quickly but we were lucky to be let off of our 11th place on the waitlist so we just hung around the nearby waterfront and enjoyed the day together. We ended up at the bar and shared a half dozen oysters as well as a glass of white wine and watermelon rose. The oysters' muscle adaptors didn't come off very easily but the taste was still delicious. I really enjoyed my white wine as it was smooth and refreshing. I found the watermelon rose to be really delicious and a perfect cap to summer. I would encourage you all to come here as Hudson River Park is one of my favorite places in all of the city regardless of whether you come with friends or a special someone but boys, do take note. This is a great date spot/idea that will surely impress your special someone. read more

Drift In - Half dozen oysters & white wine - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Great drinks, great location, great service. Perfect spot to grab a drink while walking around the Hudson River. Great for tourists, but would not say its touristy read more

Well-made, if pricey, cocktails with a lovely atmosphere and an amazing view. Good design and prompt service. Food all needed seasoning and one bartender (middle aged bald guy) can be a little intense. read more

I LOVE this place! Great views of the Hudson River and beautiful sunsets. Staff and bartenders are always super friendly and accommodating - especially sweet to my frenchie (who is obsessed with their fries and oysters!). Great go to place for outdoor drinks at the bar or for a great lunch or dinner meal during the spring or summer. I love the Caesar salad, Oysters, Chicken Tenders ~ pretty much the whole menu! read more

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Pros: lovely view, dog-friendly, yummy food Cons: expensive, small portions, chairs are decidedly uncomfortable My friend suggested Drift In for the 4th of July - the patio seating affords a view of the Jersey City fireworks. It turned out to be perfect for this purpose: nice, relaxed ambience and not too crowded, compared to the madness on the East side for the Macy's fireworks. It's also dog-friendly, which meant we were able to bring our pup in a stroller. Drift In takes reservations on Tock and requires a $20 deposit per person that is credited toward your bill. I had the lobster BLT and we split some fries for the table. Both were delicious! The amount of lobster was pretty generous - though I did find some shell in it. Service was cordial and food came out quickly. On the negative side, the portions are pretty small for how expensive everything is. A glass of soda is $5 (!!), with cocktails running $15-19. I also found the chairs incredibly uncomfortable - flimsy with poky corners. Would recommend that you BYOCushion if you plan to stay for the full length of your reservation :) Still, this was one of the most pleasant ways to experience 4th of July fireworks in the city if you, like me, feel anxiety about getting pushed around in a big crowd. I probably won't be here regularly, but I'd certainly consider coming back next year! read more

This was the absolute BEST spot for what we wanted!!! My parents were in town for a couple of days and I wanted them to see some of my friends, and meet several new ones, so I picked Drift In for its casual outdoor ambiance. Plus, my parents are big boaters, so being near the water was key :) we ventured there after seeing Little Island and we were not disappointed with our visit. The service was speedy, the drinks were delicious, and the food was a major hit... the manager was SO easy going when our party of six turned into twelve. I thought people would come by for a drink and hang for a little, keeping the number to about eight, but everyone was having so much fun, they all stayed for WELL OVER the two hour reservation slot. The only thing is that I wish they had some more vegan options, but c'est la vie because I was the only vegan in the party and I enjoyed the yummy French fries and a big salad sans cheese. It was the best place to top off my parents' semiannual three-day NYC visit - thank you Drift In, we will be back!! read more

Lovely outdoor bar with seafood theme. Outdoor seating with views over the Hudson and people watching as the runners / walkers go along the west side. The menu is fairly limited, I guess small kitchen so keep it simple. We had the fish sandwich, and Lobster BLT, plus fries and a couple of cocktails. There wasn't much lobster in the BLT but it was still tasty. The drinks menu was a few specialty cocktails, then some beer, and wine. I'd have preferred a bit more choice on the cocktail front but again I think they have a small bar space and are keeping it simple which makes sense. Bathrooms are public ones about 50 meters south. Overall it's a great lunch spot on a sunny day. (They have lots of shade) Maybe not ideal out of season due to weather. read more

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This is it. This is the summer happy hour spot. Right on the water, great drink selection, oysters and lobster rolls were great, servers were friendly. All around A+. Just make sure you get a reservation! read more

Great vibes, amazing views! I'd come here more for the vibes than anything else, but drinks were pretty decent. Plenty of seating, (clean) bathroom available nearby, as expected NYC pricing. Great to just chill with friends on a summer evening with some drinks and simple food. read more

I was expecting Yelp to ask me to write a review after I checked-in at Drift, so it's no surprise I'm here writing this review. I stopped here today during the high noon sun for a glass of sparkling water. To my surprise there was none, so I settled for still in a can. I was surprise at the fractured services I received as their sister establishment, Pilot in Brooklyn provides impeccable services. I sat at the bar, one of the waitresses looked at me and looked away, eventually the second waitress noticed that I was there and came over. If the service at Drift is a reflection of services from New York City restaurants, then it left a bad taste. PS - a customer should not have to ask for a glass to drink water she is paying for nor napkins. I'm somewhat disappointed I had to write this review because the location for this place is unmatched. read more

Food/Drinks: 4/5 Ok right of the bat I felt personally attacked because apparently they stopped serving lobster Mac & cheese!! I was so excited to try it from this place. It seems like the menu is not a constant thing. We came here mainly for the drinks but had some small bites: lobster roll & fries, which in my opinion was just alright. Drinks are delicious and the cocktails have cute names. I recommend the Get On Up and I'm the Captain Now (this one made me LOL iykyk). The right amount of flavor & sweet enough to my liking! Service: 3.5/5 Our server was kind and knowledgeable about the menu. She made good recommendations! The only weird thing here was that their payment system can be a bit delayed if you pay the bill through the app. Lowkey tried to clown us saying that the tab was unpaid when it clearly was paid. Vibe: 5/5 The vibe was giving what it was supposed to give. Drift In sits on the waterfront in WV. This is one of those places where you're paying for the view/vibe and it is a cute one indeed! read more

Great outdoor space with can't-beat views. Went with a large group of people - made a reservation ahead of time - and, while there were COVID restrictions in-place, it worked well. The drinks were tasty, but the restaurant does not have a liquor license, so they did not have a full bar available. Service was solid, especially for our large group. Of note, there is not a private bathroom for the restaurant, so you have to use the nearby public restroom which is not ideal. Would suggest for a quick drink on the water as the views can't be beat. read more

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Would give a 0 if possible. Came with a reservation, told them the name reservation was under, was on time, was treated rudely, service was very bare-bones, food was passable at best, and then afterwards was charged the cancellation fee and after contacting them multiple times through cll and text, received no response. For the price of food, I expected more to be honest. their take on fish and chips was essentially three poorly battered and fried pieces of sad fish and average fries without any seasoning. Compared to even just a home-cooked fried fish and some rough cut potato fries, this failed to match the flavor or appearance. Not that I expect much when I get fish and chips but I do expect there to be at minimum a half split between batter and fish, a decent fry, and fries I can eat without drowning them in sauce to account for the blandness. read more

Wonderful spot with shaded, outdoor seating with views of the Hudson River. Drinks were expertly made and not to sweet, with fresh mint and thoughtful garnishes. Definitely make a reservation ($20 deposit pp, applied to your check) to join in on the sophisticated, understated vibe and especially for weekend afternoons. Cheers! read more

Drift In - Iko Iko and a Get On Up, cheers! - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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Honestly you wanna go for many reasons! The view, the lobster BLT and the staff are awesome, especially the bartenders. Truly an amazing time., highly recommend read more

Drift In - Lobster BLT - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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No beer, told me there was no pulp in orange juice and there was a ton of pulp. Staff was nice but seemed like they were out of a lot of items read more

Great place for sundowners and light fare. We walk by here everyday in our evening stroll, and thought it a perfect place for meeting up with friends. They have an extensive list of fresh oysters to choose from, as well as cocktails and great wines. Rosé Thursdays anyone? Service was really great, fast, and attentive. Draws a diverse crowd and the people watching from the "boardwalk" only adds to the appeal. read more

I had a nice lunch with some friends here on a Saturday. In order to make a reservation we had to put a $20 deposit fee per person in the reservation. That money is then put towards your bill on the date of your reservation. I wish the weather was a bit warmer because it is all outdoor and on the water so a little chilly. There is a pretty small food and drink selection which was disappointing. And most options were only seafood, there's 1 burger option on the menu with meat. I really liked the oysters I had and also enjoyed the lobster Mac n cheese, some of the best I ever had!!!! The octopus portion was disappointing, very small. The wait staff was nice and didn't rush us off the table which I appreciated. I'll be back when the weather warms up. read more

Drift In - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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We came here for their soft opening. We tried coming the night before we actually did but there was a small wait, so recommend getting a reservation online. We weren't able to actually call them, so it may be because they are just opening. The food here was a small selection but amazing. My boyfriend got the hamburger and I got the lobster BLT and we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We both had a yummy lemonade type cocktail, apologies for not remembering but we were told it was very popular. It was overall really good and I was surprised with the small offering that we both enjoyed our meals and were happy with it. They do not have any heat lamps, and since it's still spring we just bundled up a bit. Highly recommend! read more

I went there with my family to enjoy the water breeze and the view of Hudson River. Lovely restaurant, however, the food was questionable. We ordered chilled shrimps and they tasted fishy. We had diarrhea. We informed our waiter and he took them away to the kitchen and returned to tell us that the chef insisted they were fine because they were only made yesterday. I would not recommend this place due to its questionable sea food quality. read more

Drift In - The outdoor seating area - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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this place used to be amazing. i went every weekend. they've changed their menu and somehow made everything heavier even though it's summer! shrimp cocktail is now coated in seasonings, their beautiful and light tequila cocktail which was delicious now has banana in it (what???), the Cesar salad with shrimp is gone (which was the cleanest dish of them all) and instead they have fried food with a spicy kick. even the fish and chips (classic) is now loaded with unnecessary seasonings. all that's left are the oysters. old drift inn please come back. read more

Enjoying an afternoon in the park nearby and they refuse to sell us food to go. And very rudely. Said they can sell it to us ONLY if we carry it in napkins. An entire dinner!? Haha. Anyone who runs a restaurant knows to go is all profit. So I guess these people are just totally clueless, inept or rude. In any of these cases - avoid at all costs. read more

I must say, if you come on a Thursday, Friday, or Sunday ask for Matt! Such a delightful, positive server who makes you want to buy more than you intended. Also, if you didn't already know... they serve giant delicious pickles.... Game changer. read more

Drift In - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York