Adrift – Seafood
Adrift channels the effortless charm of the coast, inviting guests into a space where the briny scent of fresh seafood mingles with the comforting warmth of a neighborhood gathering spot. The kitchen transforms local treasures into elevated comfort food, from crisp, golden-fried oysters and rich Dungeness crab au gratin to the robust, savory depths of a perfectly seared Skagit burger. It is a place where vibrant seasonal salads and creative small plates come together, offering a dining experience that feels both sophisticated and deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest landscape.
510 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes 98221 https://adriftrestaurant.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Adrift
Dairy-Free at Adrift
Adrift in Anacortes has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic and The Adrift. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Adrift
Adrift in Anacortes has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Adrift
Adrift in Anacortes has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic and The Piano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Adrift
Adrift in Anacortes has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cioppino and Seafood Linguine. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Adrift
Adrift in Anacortes has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Adrift
Adrift in Anacortes has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic and The Adrift. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Adrift
Adrift in Anacortes has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic and The Adrift. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Adrift
Adrift in Anacortes has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic and The Adrift. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Adrift
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cioppino | 33.1 g | 55.6 g |
| Fish Tacos (Cod) | 40.2 g | 53.9 g |
| Clementine Burger | 42.8 g | 48.9 g |
| The Brutus | 54 g | 41.6 g |
| Garlic Brie Burger | 74.5 g | 41.2 g |
| Seafood Linguine | 24.9 g | 41.1 g |
| Porkchop | 68.7 g | 37.7 g |
| Dungeness Crab Cake (Single) | 53.2 g | 30 g |
| Fried Egg Sandwich | 94.8 g | 25.1 g |
| Dungeness Crab Cakes Entrée | 141.6 g | 22.9 g |
| Skagit Burger | 38.8 g | 22.3 g |
| Steamers | 44 g | 21.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate Adrift for its outstanding food quality and exceptional freshness, with many noting that every dish is prepared to an excellent standard. Guests consistently praise the welcoming service and inviting ambiance, highlighting the overall experience as one of the better options for a high-quality meal that leaves a lasting impression.
Menu
Salads
- The Adrift - $12.5: Mixed greens, cucumber, pickled red onions, carrot, pepitas and peppered croutons with a choice of dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Brutus - $14: Crisp hearts of romaine, parmesan, peppered croutons with a spicy, garlicky, Caesar dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Piano - $14: Mixed greens, Island Troller tuna salad mix, cucumber, and carrots with a lemon mustard basil dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Happening - $15: House-made garlic roasted beets, mixed greens, spicy candied pecans, pickled red onions, buttermilk gorgonzola dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Edamame - $14: Steamed soybeans tossed in a tamari sesame ginger dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta of the Moment - $15: Toastettes topped with Chef's choice of cheese, vegetables, and/or cured meats Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Fried Oysters - $22: Pacific oysters breaded with nori, sesame seeds and panko, cilantro chili aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dungeness Crab au Gratin - $24: Fresh Dungeness crab in a rich blend of cheeses, served with a toasted baguette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dungeness Crab Cake (Single) - $12: Fresh Dungeness crab, scallions, roasted red pepper, panko, lemony avocado dressing, sweet Thai chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Skagit Burger - $16.5: 1/3 lb grass fed organic ground beef, toasted garlic aioli, pickled red onions, lettuce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clementine Burger - $23: 1/3 lb grass fed ground beef, Mama Lil’s sweet hot peppers, Gorgonzola, bacon, toasted garlic aioli, pickled red onions, lettuce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Brie Burger - $22: 1/3 lb grass fed organic ground beef, roasted garlic cloves, Brie, toasted garlic aioli, pickled red onions, lettuce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salish Cod Burger - $20: Wild cod fillet, lemony avocado dressing, pickled red onions, lettuce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Tacos
- Adrift Tuna Salad Sandwich - $15: Albacore tuna, minced red onion, celery hearts, dill, garlic, mayo, mozzarella, provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Egg Sandwich - $17: Two eggs fried over medium, melted Jarlsberg cheese, toasted garlic aioli, choice of avocado or bacon Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Basil Grilled Cheese Sandwich - $14.5: Mozzarella, gorgonzola, and cheddar with fresh basil on sourdough bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tacos (Cod) - $19: Three grilled corn tortillas, wild cod, mozzarella, cinnamon black beans, roasted tomatillo salsa, shredded cabbage, mango pico de gallo, chipotle sour cream Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Dungeness Crab Cakes Entrée - $34: Two crispy cakes, lemony avocado dressing, sweet Thai chili sauce, roasted red potatoes, sautéed kale with leeks and garlic Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cioppino - $42: Fresh fish and shellfish poached in tomato, white wine, saffron, fennel broth, served with baguette and cilantro chili aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamers - $25: One pound local Manila clams, white wine, garlic, shallots, thyme, served with focaccia Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Porkchop - $36: Bone-in porkchop, parmesan cream sauce, Cascadia Farms mushrooms, roasted potatoes, sautéed kale Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Linguine - $34: Manilla clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, fresh fish, white wine broth, parmesan, focaccia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Oven Fries - $7.5: Oven roasted, herbed russet potatoes with toasted garlic aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herbed Roasted Potatoes - $9: Topped with Cascadia Farms mushroom cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Adrift
- Is Adrift dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Adrift has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic and The Adrift.
- What can I eat at Adrift on a dairy-free diet?
- Edamame, Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic and The Adrift carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Adrift have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Edamame and Sautéed Kale, Leeks, and Garlic.
- Is Adrift gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Adrift?
- Cioppino, at roughly 55.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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