Drift 82

4.5

232 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Neighbourhood gem

Welcome to Drift 82 where the sea is our best friend and the sun always shines on the good side of day. Drift 82 is located on the South Shore of Long Island in the burgeoning town of Patchogue right on the Patchogue river which leads to the mouth of The Great South Bay. Ferries from Fire Island's Davis Park pull in only steps away from Drift 82's doors.

Come explore this gem of a restaurant adorned with marine life décor and beach vibes. Boaters come and go on the Patchogue river and the lot of them dock right up to the Drift 82. Once you experience Drift 82, you'll know exactly why everyone is buzzing about the quality and care this restaurant provides to their customers.

Additional information

Location
82 Brightwood St, Patchogue, NY 11772-3635
Phone number
(631) 714-4950
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Steak
Hours of Operation
Sun 05:00–05:15
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

TNTUS$16.00
Fried calamari and sliced seared tuna tossed with baby bok choy, scallions, pickled ginger, sesame seeds. Smothered in our Thai sauce.
Classic CobbUS$12.00
Chopped romaine lettuce, hard boiled egg, avocado, tomato, red onion, bacon bits, bleu cheese crumbles.
CapreseUS$12.00
Fresh mozzarella, local sliced beefsteak tomato, fresh basiland balsamic glaze.

Appetizers

Marinated Steak TidbitsUS$18.00
Steak cubes in our famous VIP marinade. Topped with blue cheese crumble and scallions. Served with garlic crostinis.
Baked ShrimpUS$15.00
Jumbo shrimp in a lemon garlic wine sauce with herb breadcrumbs.
Oyster RockefellerUS$15.00
Oysters filled with creamy spinach, bacon and parmesan cheese.

Main Course

Lobster RollUS$19.00
Served on a New England style bun served with housemade seasoned chips.
Sliced Steak SandwichUS$17.00
Marinated and cooked to your liking. Served with crispy frazzled onions on a toasted hero.

Raw Bar

Filet McmuffUS$18.00
Marinated petite filet mignon, sauteed mushrooms, onions and melted Swiss cheese on a sandwich size English muffin.
Ahi Tuna WrapUS$18.00
Grilled ahi tuna, avocado, mixed greens, wasabi mayo and teriyaki drizzle.

What 232 people are saying

Drift 82 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

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Drift 82 offers a vibrant dining experience with its "amazing food and drinks," "outstanding service," and picturesque waterside location. Guests enjoy the "fantastic atmosphere" with live music enhancing their visit. While some mention a "little pricey" menu, many vow to return for the "delicious meals" and attentive staff.

232 Reviews

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Niki
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Drift 82 is a gem! It is a unassuming building yet when you go inside it has a great view of the bay and the dock . The bartender and waitress Yasmine were so friendly and gracious giving us extra time to order while I got caught up in conversation with a good friend. The drinks were made perfectly to order. The spinach salad was top notch with almonds,berries, goat cheese with a yummy balsamic vinaigrette. The blackened mahi sandwich was very generous and perfectly cooked. The homemade chips were so thin and scrumptious and such a generous portion! My friend had penne with smoked salmon and a pink sauce which was delicious and al dente. It was such a wonderful atmosphere there of warmth, friendliness , food and a view! My new favorite!
Drift 82Responded on 1 December 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your experience Niki! Our staff takes pride in serving you!
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Deborah
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great turkey dinner! Love the dessert too! We go every year for Thanks Giving! I always recommend it! The service is great too!
Drift 82Responded on 1 December 2024
Thank you for joining us again for the holiday!
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Wayne
New York City40 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice nautical seafood house on the Patchogue River, with views of the waterway and the Great South Bay. The four of us gave a thumbs up for a second visit.
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Rob
New York State2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was absolutely perfect. After we booked we found out there was live entertainment which worried us but the volume was great and we were still able to have our conversations. The food and service were absolutely perfect
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Doug
New York State1 review
5.0
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always have a great meal at Drift 82. Service,Atmosphere, Food all top notch
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Michael
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place, service and food! Highly recommend it.
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Pete
New York State1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Def need to come see Valerie Rose when she comes to drift 82 to perform!!!!
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Ralph VIP
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently great here. Everything on the menu is great, service and vibe is comfortable and local feel
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Emma VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful meal during restaurant week. The tuna tartare was the best I've had in a long time. The short rib, mashed potatoes, and green beans were delicious. I didn't have room for dessert, but my companion devoured it. What a great spot!
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Michael
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great view of the bay - coconut shrimp and steak tid bit appetizers are a must try
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FAQs

Drift 82 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (631) 714-4950.

Drift 82 is rated 4.5 stars by 232 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

15 Mar 2025

19:00

82 Brightwood St, Patchogue, NY 11772-3635

Additional information

Phone number
(631) 714-4950
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Steak
Hours of Operation
Sun 05:00–05:15
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Drift 82

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Menu

Soups & Salads

TNTUS$16.00

Classic CobbUS$12.00

CapreseUS$12.00

Appetizers

Marinated Steak TidbitsUS$18.00

Baked ShrimpUS$15.00

Oyster RockefellerUS$15.00

Main Course

Lobster RollUS$19.00

Sliced Steak SandwichUS$17.00

Raw Bar

Filet McmuffUS$18.00

Ahi Tuna WrapUS$18.00

What 232 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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