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Drift, Halifax, NS

Drift

4.7
4.7
1323 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Canadian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
A distinct new dining experience led by celebrated Chef Anthony Walsh, Drift features modern, elevated takes on classic Atlantic Canadian dishes and traditions. Located on the main level of the newly built Muir Hotel, our salon, bar and promenade offer a simple, modern and stylish setting in which to dine, drink, linger and relax without interruption. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, as well as late night drinks, we warmly invite you to experience a taste of Drift at your leisure.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Contemporary Canadian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (902) 407-6042
  • Website
    https://www.drifthalifax.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jamie MacAulay
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What 1,323 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Ambiance

  • Atlantic Canada

    Good for business meals

  • Atlantic Canada

    Romantic

  • Atlantic Canada

    Great for scenic views

  • Atlantic Canada

    Canadian

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Ambiance

  • Nova Scotia

    Good for business meals

  • Nova Scotia

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Nova Scotia

    Romantic

  • Nova Scotia

    Great for scenic views

  • Nova Scotia

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Drift in Halifax offers a "consistently great" dining experience, praised for its "wonderful" staff and "excellent" service. Patrons appreciate the "flavourful" food, local flavors, and "beautiful" ambiance. Ideal for special occasions, Drift impresses with creative dishes like seafood hodgepodge and pork belly. Reservations recommended for a memorable visit.

1,323 Reviews

  1. Kelly

    VIP

    Atlantic Canada

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We would not be overstating by saying that it is the absolute BEST breakfast/brunch in the city! The food is exquisite, the staff are top shelf and the atmosphere is relaxed elegance.

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  2. Sylvia

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience! Everybody was so friendly and attentive!

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  3. Jamie

    Toronto

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very cool spot for dinner. Food was fabulous. A true Nova Scotia dinner offered. Look forward to going back again.

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  4. Jamey

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, attentive service and great atmosphere

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  5. Delphine

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Perfect, just a little bit to much noise. But the meal was incredible.

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  6. THYRA (tear-a)

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience. Fairly expensive. Beautiful presentation, great service they were attentive and friendly. Food was good, hubby had jiggs dinner and he liked all except the cabbage, tasted too salty but like ocean salty boy from the brine. Otherwise he enjoyed it. I did the dine around menus and it was delicious. The ravioli was devine but very rich. Loved the Beef taretare great appy. The ceasar salad was just ok, nothing amazing. Butter tart sundae was also delicious and with a lovely presentation. overall lovely night. the seating is comfy and lighting was nice fairly dim. Restaurant was quite loud but overall it was a great experience.

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  7. Robina

    Ottawa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful and calming decor to accompany the beautifully plated and delicious brunch.

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  8. Eric

    VIP

    Toronto

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    High level of service and lots of menu selections

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  9. Kenzie

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the vibe! Mains took awhile to come out after we finished our appetizers but the food was delicious and restaurant is gorgeous!

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  10. Ashley

    VIP

    Atlantic Canada

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Drift, it is our “go-to” restaurant in Halifax for consistently great food, service, and atmosphere. If you’re looking for a lovely evening out, Drift will not disappoint. All the servers are wonderful, but Nathan is always lovely 😊

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FAQs

Drift offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (902) 407-6042.

Drift is rated 4.7 stars by 1323 OpenTable diners.

Drift does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Drift

102-1709 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS B3J 0J4

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Halifax
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Contemporary Canadian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jamie MacAulay
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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