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Drift, Halifax, NS

Drift

4.8 (1421)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Canadian
102-1709 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS B3J 0J4

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Charming
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.

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 1,421 people are saying

Drift reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Ambiance

  • Atlantic Canada

    Romantic

  • Atlantic Canada

    Canadian

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Ambiance

  • Nova Scotia

    Romantic

  • Nova Scotia

    Good for special occasions

  • Nova Scotia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Drift is a standout dining destination in Halifax, offering "fantastic food" and "impeccable service." Guests praise its "amazing cocktails" and "divine dishes" like ravioli and seafood towers. The ambiance is "lovely," perfect for special occasions. While some find it "pricey," the overall experience is "unforgettable." Don't miss the "lobster hush puppies"!
1,421 Reviews

  1. Amber

    Winnipeg / Manitoba5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tasty food with beautiful presentation. Some wait for food so order an appetizer.

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  2. mark

    Las Vegas20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb server and food was amazing. It’s location is in a funky spot next to the waterfront. 10/10.

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  3. Kathy

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, excellent service. The patio has great people watching and listened to a life Saxo performer. Great ambience and still good enjoy a great visit with our dinner companions.

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  4. Craig VIP

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ian and his team were excellent and made us feel welcomed and appreciated! Paige our server provided top notch service. Well done!!

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  5. Elizabeth

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    5 star! The food was fabulous. And, our server, Piper, was outstanding. A definite ‘dine here’ when in Halifax.

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  6. ADRIANA

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall very good food and nicely chosen dishes with lots and great flavours. Here and there a few hiccups but we definitely would come back again.

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  7. Julie

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food! Wonderful service! Only downside - a bit noisy.

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  8. David VIP

    Philadelphia County7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and an excellent location in the center of downtown waterfront. Great variety of choices and very friendly staff.

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  9. Katherine

    Toronto / Ontario10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful restaurant on the Halifax harbour and attached to Muir Hotel. Our server, Piper, was excellent. Food was very good - Lobster and shrimp cake and raw oysters for appies and Pork Belly & Scallops and Nova Scotian Lamb for mains were all delicious and good portions. The pecan butter tart sundae put us over the top! Would love to try the patio on a warm summer night. Will return when next back in Halifax.

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  10. Monty VIP

    South Dakota5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great oysters on half shell! Mussels were great along with Scottish egg.

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FAQs

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

Drift is rated 4.8 stars by 1421 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.

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  2. Canada
  3. Atlantic Canada
  4. Nova Scotia
  5. Halifax

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
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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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