DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR – Seafood
Drift Kitchen & Bar occupies the eighth floor of the Palm Building at Lido Beach Resort, with floor-to-ceiling windows running a full 180-degree sweep of the Gulf of Mexico. The kitchen works a seafood-forward, contemporary American menu with a coastal Italian streak, including wood-fired pizza and flatbreads alongside the raw bar and daily catches. Breakfast runs weekday mornings and weekend brunch hours, dinner is served nightly from five to ten, and the bar stays open past midnight with an extensive wine list. Private dining is available for events. Guests come back mainly for the view as much as the plates.
700 BEN FRANKLIN DR, SARASOTA, FL, 34236 941.388.2161 https://driftgrp.com/food-menu0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, 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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
Dairy-Free at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR in Sarasota has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roasted Squash Soup, Charred Brussels and Melon & Prosciutto Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR in Sarasota has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Charred Brussels, Melon & Prosciutto Salad and Sauteed Spinach. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR in Sarasota has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chilean Sea Bass, Tuna Tartare and Croquettes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR in Sarasota has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chopped Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR in Sarasota has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pommes Frites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR in Sarasota has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Croquettes and Pommes Frites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR in Sarasota has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pommes Frites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR in Sarasota has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roasted Squash Soup, Sauteed Spinach and Pommes Frites. 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 DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chopped Salad | 1.4 g | 62.3 g |
| Beet Salad | 108.3 g | 44.5 g |
| Tuna Tartare | 9.9 g | 41.8 g |
| Agnolotti | 20.6 g | 24.4 g |
| Charred Spanish Octopus | 53 g | 19.2 g |
| Charred Brussels | 52.1 g | 18 g |
| Prawns Al Ajillo | 118.7 g | 14.4 g |
| Sauteed Spinach | 41.8 g | 8.4 g |
| Croquettes | 16.2 g | 7 g |
| Roasted Heritage Chicken | 11.3 g | 5.2 g |
| Chocolate Lava Cake | 40.3 g | 4.3 g |
| Spicy Rigatoni Vodka | 1.3 g | 2.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Roasted Squash Soup - $16: Squash, roasted apples, miso 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
- Croquettes - $18: Gruyère, black truffle, and cauliflower Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Shrimp Baos - $22: Pickled carrots, aromatic greens, spicy aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Whipped Homemade Ricotta - $21: Focaccia, New Hampshire maple syrup, garlic & herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancini Bombs - $21: Nduja aioli, Thai basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Cakes - $24: Spicy bluefin tuna, spicy mayo, avocado crema, eel sauce, wasabi tobiko, micro cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $24: Bluefin tuna, avocado, inure, crispy onion, asian pear, citrus ponzu, farro chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Spanish Octopus - $26: Butter beans, chorizo jam, salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib-Bone Marrow Croquettes - $21: Braised short rib, roasted bone marrow, croquette, herb garlic aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prawns Al Ajillo - $28: Sautéed prawns, preserved chili, dry vermouth, smoked salsa verde Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Drift Caesar - $21: Boquerones, sourdough, red cow parmesan Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Salad - $21: Candied pecans, meredith farms feta, champagne maple vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Buratta & Prosciutto - $26: Barrel-aged maple syrup, Sicilian olive oil, focaccia Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $22: Neval orange, ruby red grapefruit, lisbon lemon, compressed greek yogurt, puffed wild rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Melon & Prosciutto Salad - $22: Seasonal melon, prosciutto, macadamia nuts, basil mint, preserved kumquat vinaigrette Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Roasted Heritage Chicken - $36: White cheddar polenta, Madeira, wild mushrooms Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Branzino - $46: Fennel ferns salad, walnut-cilantro, dashi beurre blanc Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Outside Skirt Steak - $49: Snake river farms - coffee & palm rub chimichurri sauce polenta fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilean Sea Bass - $49: King trumpet mushrooms, parsnip, sugar snap peas, saffron sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Bouillabaisse - $48: Blue prawns, Hokkaido scallops, jumbo lump crab, leeks, Yukon Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Braised Short Ribs - $48: Miso, sweet potato mash, haricot verts, burgundy, five-spice sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Filet Mignon Au Poivre - $56: Snake River Farms, vsop cognac & pink peppercorn sauce Available at: dinner
Pasta
- Spicy Rigatoni Vodka - $29: Pecorino romano, thai basil, banana peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agnolotti - $39: Lamb & guanciale, cacio e pepe, herb pancito Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Tagliatelle - $42: Prawns, ricotta, spinach, parmigiano reggiano, tableside shaved black truffles Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi & Raw Bar
- Drift Roll - $27: Akami, avocado, mango, flame-torched toro, spicy sauce, unagi sauce, togarashi, scallions Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miyazaki Roll - $29: Spicy lump crab, avocado, seared Miyazaki A5 wagyu Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Tower - $120: 1 dozen oysters, 2 dozen clams, 3 jumbo prawn cocktail, jumbo lump crab, tuna tartare Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Lump Crab: Dijonnaise, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sauteed Spinach - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Brussels - $13 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pommes Frites - $9 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, 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, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Roasted Banana Soufflé - $20: Creme fraiche gelato, maple anglaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $16: Creme fraiche gelato, strawberry compote Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Espresso - $6: Milk chocolate, Honey, Baking spices
- Organic Margarita - $14: Tres Agaves Blanco Tequila, Orange Liquer, Fresh Lime Juice
- Asahi Japanese Lager - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR
- Is DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roasted Squash Soup, Charred Brussels and Melon & Prosciutto Salad.
- What can I eat at DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR on a dairy-free diet?
- Roasted Squash Soup, Charred Brussels and Melon & Prosciutto Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Roasted Squash Soup and Sauteed Spinach.
- Is DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are 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 DRIFT RESTAURANT & BAR?
- Chopped Salad, at roughly 62.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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