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Drift- Seafood & Raw Bar, Rehoboth Beach, DE

Drift- Seafood & Raw Bar

4.7
4.7
877 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Drift specializes in exceptionally sourced and prepared seafood which reflects the rich culinary traditions of our region. We have created a unique and intimate atmosphere as well as a carefully curated beverage program. We hope you enjoy every aspect of your dining experience with Drift.

Drift brings to Rehoboth Beach a premier raw bar and seafood restaurant in an elevated dining environment. Our daily menu varies as we focus on sourcing only the freshest local and seasonal ingredients. We communicate directly with our network of providers to ensure only the best ingredients are selected. We believe the geography of Rehoboth Beach provides an opportunity to showcase the truly unique and diverse seafood and produce found in our area.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (302) 567-2744
  • Website
    http://www.DriftRB.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    42.5 Baltimore Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
  • Neighborhood
    Rehoboth Beach
  • Cross street
    On Baltimore Avenue, between 1st and 2nd Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Day Brunch

    Jan 1, 2025 only
    If you believe New Year's Day Brunch should be spent eating Caviar Pancakes, Lobster French Toast, Dressed Local Oysters and sipping on delicious handcrafted cocktails, then you should brunch with us.
    New Year's Day Brunch Photo

  • New Year's Eve Dinner

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    If you believe New Year's Eve Dinner should be spent eating exceptionally sourced and prepared seafood that reflects the rich culinary traditions of our region as well as a carefully curated beverage program in an unique and intimate atmosphere, then you should dine with us.
    New Year's Eve Dinner Photo

Menu

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What 877 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Innovative

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Seafood

  • Ocean City / Delaware Shore

    Innovative

  • Ocean City / Delaware Shore

    Healthy

  • Ocean City / Delaware Shore

    Hot spot

  • Ocean City / Delaware Shore

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Ocean City / Delaware Shore

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Drift- Seafood & Raw Bar offers an exceptional dining experience with an inventive menu and "excellent cocktails." The vibrant atmosphere is matched by attentive service, making it a "foodie's delight." While the noise level can be high, the creative dishes, such as swordfish schnitzel and lobster French toast, are "absolutely delicious." Reservations are essential for this popular spot.

877 Reviews

  1. james

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and service was great!!!! The staff was welcoming and drinks were tasty.

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  2. Carol

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was incredibly professional; didn’t rush us to order or finish. The food was excellent, and it’s a comfortable atmosphere to sit and have conversation. It’s really great to have a restaurant that understands quality service and food. Thank you!

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  3. Tim

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and cocktails ! Charred cabbage, heirloom carrot panzanella, focaccia, swordfish schnitzel, and the most incredible lobster French toast #HolyMoly it was fabulous!! Savannah was an attentive and delightful server. Drift is our favorite Rehoboth Beach restaurant.

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  4. Edward

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect. Best dining experience with my family I can remember in a long time.

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  5. Warren

    VIP

    Washington DC

    120 reviews

    3.0

    120 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wanted an earlier reservation, but according to OT, the only time available was 8:00, which we took. Got there and there was only one other table occupied, and it was clear that staff wanted to go home...which I completely understand. We've had great meals here before, but last night was a "miss". Apps were good, but dinners (two coconut shrimps and one swordfish) were both very overcooked. Hoping just an "off night" - or maybe just because we were obviously on the later side of when people eat here...

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  6. Gregg

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A new, great find in the area. Universally enjoyed.

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  7. Marissa

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional special Feast of the Seven Fishes culinary extravaganza!

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  8. Pamela

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I dined here for the Feast of the Seven Fishes: 6 seafood dishes plus dessert. Not all the dishes were successful, but I applaud the chef’s originality. IMO, the exceptional dishes were: 1. The first one, oysters with a champagne toast. What was exceptional was the hint of ginger. 2. My second favorite, the second one with thinly sliced raw baby octopus and white truffles with a blood orange vinaigrette. 3. My favorite, the sixth course, olive oil poached catfish with caviar. The catfish was so so so good! One It was pillowy soft and delicious. Its sweetness and richness was nicely offset by the arugula salad. 4. The seafood soup. Not overly rich and the mussels, cockles and shrimp were perfectly cooked. The less successful dishes for me were: 1. The fried baccalia and artichokes. I found the fish overcooked and way too salty. 2. The squid ink spaghettini. The pasta was bland and while the uni butter and chili emulsion were excellent, there wasn’t enough of them. Dessert was average. Not too sweet. My biggest complaint was the mousse which was too hard and thick. Service was excellent and I very much appreciated how each dish was described to us.

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  9. Robert

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every thing was wonderful, a true feast of 7 fishes. A must of an annual tradition.

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  10. Fredrick

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service, terrific staff accrues the board. Highly recommended!!!

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Drift- Seafood & Raw Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 877 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Drift- Seafood & Raw Bar

42.5 Baltimore Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On Baltimore Avenue, between 1st and 2nd Street
  • Neighborhood
    Rehoboth Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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