Very disappointing food here. I got fish tacos and they had a strong ammonia smell and were too chewy for comfort
Lisa Alves
No more Lobster Grilled Cheese! Bring it back drove an hour and half for the famous grilled cheese. Take it off the website if you’re not going to offer it anymore!
Frank Lowe
If Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel of bar backs, it would be Erik at the Wind Drift.
This man wasn’t just a bar back—he was a hydration ninja, a glassware whisperer, a human blur of ice buckets and perfectly stacked lime wedges. I watched in awe as he refilled garnishes with the precision of a neurosurgeon and restocked beer faster than I could finish one (which is saying a lot).
He moved like he had Red Bull for blood and a sixth sense for when a bartender was about to scream, “WE’RE OUT OF TEQUILA!” Tragedy averted. Erik was already there, bottle in hand, probably with a joke too. And let me tell you, if bar backs could be rated like wines, Erik is a full-bodied 2010 vintage with notes of hustle and a finish of pure legend.
Wind Drift better have him on a lifetime contract—or at least name a signature cocktail after him. May I suggest: The Erik Explosion—served fast, strong, and always ready when you need it most.
10/10. Would let him restock my night anytime.
Want it even more ridiculous or with inside jokes?
Isabel
I usually sit outside on the beach view deck and get a beer and an appetizer... Don't like the inside of this restaurant which also has a beach view. It feels like a cafeteria. Prior to Icona's ownership my favorite sandwich the Turkey Club was a family favorite...this is no longer on the menu. So the rest of the menu is 'meh'..and over priced The staff is attentive..go for the view not the food.
Parking: During beach hours in season parking can be tight
Wheelchair accessibility: The deck is on the second floor...I am unaware of elevator access. There is a ground level area...but not sure of the hours. The lower level location does not have a water view. The dunes create an obstruction.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Ken's
Not like the old Windrift. Third deck has very limited hours which is disappointing.
Parking: Once the beach clears out, parking is easier.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Beach Fries, Crabcakes, Bay Fries
J W
God awful food at nyc prices. Trying to sneak in a 2.5% surcharge for using a cc is a dirtball move considering no mention is made prior to being seated
I’ve never seen wasabi this color before, I’m super curious where you sourced such a wasabi from. Is it local?
And not even bothering to use sushi rice when you charge 15 bucks for a roll makes me suspect you think your guests are stupid or don’t know any better. Acme sells a better roll.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Brian Hohmann
Amazing time at the Piano bar, then around the corner is another room with an 8 piece band and large dance floor. Food is very good! Topped the night off with a walk on the beach just steps away. It is a must visit when in Stone Harbor/Avalon N.J.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Clams on Half Shell, Sushi
M C
Wedge salad great- lobster pizza just ok. Service on Saturday night was non-existent. Expected more for these prices and “resort “ set up.
Wonderful view, wonderful service, and phenomenal sushi. The windrift roll is a must order! Overall fantastic lunch experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi
Rick E
Sat at a table directly under large air conditioning vent. It was so cold my family left mid meal. We asked manager to turn it down but she did nothing. Server couldn’t reseat us. HORRIBLE DINING EXPERIENCE! Food came out at all different times, appetizer came last after we had finished everything else, Mahi Mahi sandwich was practically inedible.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Drew Danehart
Good food overlooking the beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesesteak
Brandon Chiappetta
It's was over priced. The food wasn't that good. Take the kids chicken finger out of the basket so parents don't have to ask for another plate. The server was busy and took forever. Had to put ketchup on a drink lids. The four meatballs were the only thing that had good flavor.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Kathy Trimble
The All White room is terrible. Most people like a dimmer bar atmosphere I believe
Very disappointing food here. I got fish tacos and they had a strong ammonia smell and were too chewy for comfort
No more Lobster Grilled Cheese! Bring it back drove an hour and half for the famous grilled cheese. Take it off the website if you’re not going to offer it anymore!
If Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel of bar backs, it would be Erik at the Wind Drift.
This man wasn’t just a bar back—he was a hydration ninja, a glassware whisperer, a human blur of ice buckets and perfectly stacked lime wedges. I watched in awe as he refilled garnishes with the precision of a neurosurgeon and restocked beer faster than I could finish one (which is saying a lot).
He moved like he had Red Bull for blood and a sixth sense for when a bartender was about to scream, “WE’RE OUT OF TEQUILA!” Tragedy averted. Erik was already there, bottle in hand, probably with a joke too. And let me tell you, if bar backs could be rated like wines, Erik is a full-bodied 2010 vintage with notes of hustle and a finish of pure legend.
Wind Drift better have him on a lifetime contract—or at least name a signature cocktail after him. May I suggest: The Erik Explosion—served fast, strong, and always ready when you need it most.
10/10. Would let him restock my night anytime.
Want it even more ridiculous or with inside jokes?
I usually sit outside on the beach view deck and get a beer and an appetizer... Don't like the inside of this restaurant which also has a beach view. It feels like a cafeteria.
Prior to Icona's ownership my favorite sandwich the Turkey Club was a family favorite...this is no longer on the menu. So the rest of the menu is 'meh'..and over priced
The staff is attentive..go for the view not the food.
Parking: During beach hours in season parking can be tight
Wheelchair accessibility: The deck is on the second floor...I am unaware of elevator access. There is a ground level area...but not sure of the hours. The lower level location does not have a water view. The dunes create an obstruction.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Not like the old Windrift. Third deck has very limited hours which is disappointing.
Parking: Once the beach clears out, parking is easier.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Beach Fries, Crabcakes, Bay Fries
God awful food at nyc prices. Trying to sneak in a 2.5% surcharge for using a cc is a dirtball move considering no mention is made prior to being seated
I’ve never seen wasabi this color before, I’m super curious where you sourced such a wasabi from. Is it local?
And not even bothering to use sushi rice when you charge 15 bucks for a roll makes me suspect you think your guests are stupid or don’t know any better. Acme sells a better roll.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Amazing time at the Piano bar, then around the corner is another room with an 8 piece band and large dance floor. Food is very good! Topped the night off with a walk on the beach just steps away.
It is a must visit when in Stone Harbor/Avalon N.J.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Clams on Half Shell, Sushi
Wedge salad great- lobster pizza just ok. Service on Saturday night was non-existent. Expected more for these prices and “resort “ set up.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
The best, memorable
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice atmosphere and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Salad Croissant
Restaurantji Recommends
Wonderful view, wonderful service, and phenomenal sushi. The windrift roll is a must order! Overall fantastic lunch experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi
Sat at a table directly under large air conditioning vent. It was so cold my family left mid meal. We asked manager to turn it down but she did nothing. Server couldn’t reseat us. HORRIBLE DINING EXPERIENCE! Food came out at all different times, appetizer came last after we had finished everything else, Mahi Mahi sandwich was practically inedible.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Good food overlooking the beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesesteak
It's was over priced. The food wasn't that good.
Take the kids chicken finger out of the basket so parents don't have to ask for another plate. The server was busy and took forever. Had to put ketchup on a drink lids.
The four meatballs were the only thing that had good flavor.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
The All White room is terrible. Most people like a dimmer bar atmosphere I believe
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
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