Drift Modern Coastal Cuisine

Directly on the Gulf of Mexico, perched high above on the second floor, DRIFT is a Casual Fine Dining restaurant serving Modern Coastal Cuisine (Crudo, Prime Steak, Seafood, Hot & Cold Small Plates), that offers guests an Upscale Social Dining Experience – THE DRIFT EXPERIENCE.

Led by John Lipkowitz (Director of Operations & Culinary Arts), DRIFT’s eclectic, yet refined menu, is his thoughtfully curated blueprint of his forward-thinking culinary mastery. Lipkowitz earned his MBA from Pepperdine University and brings to the table more than 30 years of operations experience in the culinary and hospitality industry, overseeing more than $1.7 billion in expansion and development initiatives. He manages the entire operation of DRIFT and is the creative mind behind its menu.

With the sleek modern design of its indoor and outdoor Gulf Front dining rooms and bars, guests can choose to gather inside, or dine outside on its expansive outdoor deck, overlooking the breathtaking views of the Emerald Gulf Coast, to share an ultimate DRIFT EXPERIENCE like no other.