Drift

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37 Pratt St
Essex, CT 06426

Drift, located in the heart of Essex, Connecticut, offers a picturesque dining experience just moments from the beautiful Connecticut River. With a menu that showcases seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and a creative selection of craft cocktails, Drift elevates the traditional seafood restaurant experience.

Guests can enjoy a variety of handcrafted dishes, from delicate Tuna Crudo to hearty Autumn Crab Fried Rice, all made from scratch without frozen ingredients. The restaurant prides itself on its commitment to culinary creativity and fresh flavors, making each visit a unique and memorable occasion.

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4.534 reviews
Mike P.
6/14/2025

Great service and food. Loved the tempura vegetables, coconut shrimp roll, and fish and chips, Try to coconut water mojito and the strawberry Aperol spritz too..

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Sharon B.
8/30/2025

We went here for lunch on a Saturday and there was a wait on the back patio. No wait for the indoor seating so we opted for that instead and I'm so glad we did because it was absolutely lovely by...

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Marjorie P.
8/23/2025

Gorgeous day to have a late lunch in Essex. We decided to try Drift, located in the shipyard in Essex. I'm not sure how long they have been here, but I recall another restaurant in the same...

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George N.
8/12/2025

I have a lot of burgers when I go out. They are usually adequate or even not bad. Drift's burger was good bordering on great. Two smashed, the right amount of onion, house sauce that was very...

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Michael W.
6/5/2025

We arrived w a large group and they quickly accommodated us on the patio (nice view btw). LOVE the menu - so many fun apps, plates, and drinks. Would come back just to revisit the options. This...

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