Designer, glass-wrapped cocktail bar and restaurant with eclectic decor, popular with city types.
At a glance
#152 of 276 Bars in London #85 of 159 Cocktail bars in LondonLocalGuideWorld score: 4.30
Rating breakdown
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5 ★56%
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4 ★25%
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3 ★12%
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2 ★4%
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1 ★3%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of The Drift?
- The Drift is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 1,500 reviews.
- How does The Drift rank in London?
- The Drift is #152 of 276 Bars in London by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is The Drift located?
- 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY, United Kingdom — 3.5 km from the center of London.
- How can I contact The Drift?
- Phone: +44 20 3004 4969 · Website: drakeandmorgan.co.uk
Booked here for my 30th birthday and it was perfect. The restaurant upstairs plays music but it's not so loud that you can't hear each other talking, which was perfect. Staff were really lovely and helpful. Will definitely be coming back again and will recommend others to visit too.
We had an informal rendezvous for drinks here after a meeting at the MilBank and I was glad to see the boutique model they use at the bar.
Staff seemed pretty alert sorting out reservations and seatings but of course we were not sitting for drinks in winter…
There is ample room upstairs which is either accessible via stairs or lift.
We had some finger foods to complement the drinks and they were so good.
A great experience I must say
Staff seemed pretty alert sorting out reservations and seatings but of course we were not sitting for drinks in winter…
There is ample room upstairs which is either accessible via stairs or lift.
We had some finger foods to complement the drinks and they were so good.
A great experience I must say
Very friendly staff and great atmosphere! They had hot water bottles and blankets available at entrance which was a lovely touch. Thoroughly enjoyed my drink which was made by the lovely Giovani who was attentive, chatty and made us feel welcome! ☺️
A really nice restaurant with great decor. We visited for a Christmas Roast as a group and the food was decent. I felt the presentation of the main could have been better but the starter and dessert were good. They also serve a variety of decent drinks including beer on tap.
We did find the music got very unnecessary loud towards the end of our visit (3pm), so that was a downside as we had an infant with us and they then had to leave early. Apart from that all good and would recommend.
We did find the music got very unnecessary loud towards the end of our visit (3pm), so that was a downside as we had an infant with us and they then had to leave early. Apart from that all good and would recommend.
Had a Christmas lunch here yesterday. The starter was awful - one of the worst things I've ever eaten in a restaurant. Ricotta on Toast presented as a ludicrously small amount of Ricotta next to Bread. Turkey was an improvement but the sprouts had obviously been put on to cook the day before. A £3 supplement for the saddest cheese plate (photo as delivered to table) was frankly offensive.
If you have a work Christmas do booked in here I really would advise cancelling and going elsewhere. Every pint served to table was a short measure as well.
One upside was the service was absolutely excellent and friendly until we got booted out unceremoniously (almost rudely) with 8 minutes notice and approximately 5 minutes after them taking a final drinks order and delivering to table.
A well-oiled machine designed to extract as much cash as possibly from unwitting guests.
If you have a work Christmas do booked in here I really would advise cancelling and going elsewhere. Every pint served to table was a short measure as well.
One upside was the service was absolutely excellent and friendly until we got booted out unceremoniously (almost rudely) with 8 minutes notice and approximately 5 minutes after them taking a final drinks order and delivering to table.
A well-oiled machine designed to extract as much cash as possibly from unwitting guests.
Surprisingly good food but not sure about the prices. Three courses for £50 because it Christmas didn’t quite sit right.
Big place and we were in a corner with no room for people to move. Service was ok but no atmosphere at all.
Big place and we were in a corner with no room for people to move. Service was ok but no atmosphere at all.
We booked an office social event here for about 15 people, and got seated in a nice private table in a little Cove. The menu suited all dietary restrictions and they’re used to serving the lunch crowd so service was quick. There is a lift to the second floor, and stairway access. I wouldn’t recommend bringing kids here, not because the restaurant wouldn’t serve them, rather, it’s the city office worker vibes, so kids would probably feel out of place.
I had a fantastic experience at The Drift. It had been quite some time since my last visit, but it effortlessly matched my recollection. The service was remarkably swift, and the food choices and their quality were exceptional. I was pleased with the generous portion sizes, and the polite and attentive serving staff added to the positive experience.
Impressive was the ample seating available both upstairs and outside. The quiet location made it perfect for enjoying the pleasant London summers while standing outside. Additionally, the cleanliness of the toilets was noteworthy. If you’re visiting with a large group be sure to reserve a table in advance.
Impressive was the ample seating available both upstairs and outside. The quiet location made it perfect for enjoying the pleasant London summers while standing outside. Additionally, the cleanliness of the toilets was noteworthy. If you’re visiting with a large group be sure to reserve a table in advance.
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