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Drift 82, Patchogue, NY

Drift 82

4.5
4.5
235 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
82 Brightwood St, Patchogue, NY 11772-3635

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood 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

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Patchogue
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 235 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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Drift 82 offers an exceptional dining experience with "perfect" steak, superb tuna tartare, and a "wonderful atmosphere" featuring waterfront views. The service is consistently praised as "fantastic" and knowledgeable, enhancing the warm, friendly ambiance. Live music adds to the charm without overwhelming conversation, making it a "great place" to revisit.

235 Reviews
  1. Tena

    New York State7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitress was fantastic. Concerned on Time. Food came out perfect. Steak perfect. Tuna tartare superb

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  2. Michele

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hope our server was great she knew the menu and had a personality. The food was excellent & probably the best margarita I had in a long time. Will definitely go back

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  3. John

    New York State1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect dining spot on the water, great seafood and pasta too!

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  4. Niki

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 30, 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 December 1, 2024
    We are so glad you enjoyed your experience Niki! Our staff takes pride in serving you!

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  5. Deborah

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 28, 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 December 1, 2024
    Thank you for joining us again for the holiday!

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  6. Rob

    New York State2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 23, 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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  7. Wayne

    New York City40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 23, 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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  8. Doug

    New York State1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 10, 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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  9. Michael

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 9, 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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  10. Pete

    New York State1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 9, 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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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 235 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 8 times today
Google Map for Drift 82

82 Brightwood St, Patchogue, NY 11772-3635

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Patchogue
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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