Amazing Atmosphere and Excellent Service!Drift Bar is hands down one of the best spots in North Augusta! The ambiance is just perfect for a relaxing evening out. The decor is modern and chic, yet still very cozy. The outdoor seating area offers beautiful views of the river, making it a fantastic place to unwind with friends or family.The service was top-notch. Our server was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. The craft cocktails are a must-try - creative and delicious! We particularly enjoyed the “Southern Charm,” which had the perfect blend of flavors.The food did not disappoint either. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, and everything was flavorful and beautifully presented. The shrimp and grits were exceptional - creamy and packed with just the right amount of spice.Overall, Drift Bar is a gem in North Augusta. Whether you’re looking for a great place to dine or just somewhere to enjoy a few drinks with a view, this is the place to be. Highly recommend!
Vegetarian options: Section and options to vegetarian food.
Parking: There are several paces to park. You can park directly in front of the entrance of the bar or park along the side of the road. They also have a ?️ parking lot in two different spots. Valet is available as well.
Wheelchair accessibility: Go in through Southbound Bar and Grill and take the elevator up to the 2nd floor and you will be at Drift Raw Bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Scallops
Kiwanda Tindal
The ladies and I went here to have a few drinks. First, we wasn't greeted once we walked in the establishment and we had to sit ourselves. And, once we sat down at the bar one of the ladies spoke but the guy with the dreads didn't speak back and also threw the menu down and walked off without acknowledging us at all. We left the establishment and went to Southbound where we were greeted and felt welcomed.
mel Randall
Don't know what review to give. They never answer the phone and don't have any business hours listed anywhere. Have tried so many times to try it. Food looks good. Thought it was out of business but see recent pictures. Would love to try it if ever allowed to.
kyle niederhauser
Great raw bar and seafood during the day, fun dance bar at night. On big sports nights tons of tv’s as well!!!
Kong Tran
No longer Oyster Bar
Phyllis Grissom
Fantastic
Kimberly Strickland
Sophisticated adult dinning at its best! For those who want to treat their pallets to impressive seafood dishes both crudo & cooked. Not to mention the specially crafted spirits! All while dinning in a beautifully adorned setting.
Sweetwater Manager
Excellent food, drinks, service, and atmosphere.
Steve Baggett
Oysters were amazing
Natalie Alcon, Realtor
Where are my oyster lovers at? Absolutely the freshest. A great afternoon retreat on the riverfront! Located upstairs right above Southbound Smokehouse - Riverside at SRP Park in North Augusta!
So it was my 1st time going...was for a birthday dinner. It was 830pm. The inside was nice & they have seating overlooking the water...its probably really nice during the day. I was sort of taken back by such a small menu for being called a raw bar. I ordered 3 different types of oysters 2 sets raw & 1 cooked "Rockefeller" also ordered the steamed shrimp & the scallop dinner. So the scallops where perfectly cooked & the butternut puree was tasty. It was 4 scallops & a small bowl of loaded potato salad (my choice of side) there are only 2 other sides to pick from. The oysters were fresh however if I were serving blue point,James river,River, duxbury oysters I would not serve half shells that looked empty. At least 3 on my platter of James were very small...almost embarrassing to serve small & 2 on my Duxbury platter & 2 on my blue point. For a raw bar...I wouldn't serve the microscopic oysters. I could have put 3 of them together to equal one. The back of the house may want to consider that when sending out oysters now matter what time it is. The kitchen closed at 930pm. So I placed an order of the 3 sets of oysters plus an additional set of the Rockefeller ones. The shrimp were nice & big & cooked/steamed well...the seasoning could do with some more type of flavor. The loaded potato salad was absolutely delicious...did I mention that? Maybe some more options for appetizers whether raw or cooked would be nice... overall ok food. I would try again at an earlier time & see if the service of food is the same. I ate my full because I had not eaten as yet so... I wouldn't write them off as yet.So after reading everyone's reviews & pictures...im wondering why the condensed menu I received ??
Rodriquez Eagle
This place is great. Had a chance to dine here this weekend and The atmosphere and the food is excellent. The owner of the place is a very nice guy. He made sure we felt right at home. This is the kind of establishment where You can get all dressed up and make it a date night kind of thing, or you can come casual and relax. I ordered the shrimp roll and my friend ordered the shrimp cocktail. We were also treated with the pan seared scallops and the sesame miso cod. Everything was delicious and very affordable. If you go there, make sure you ask for a side of potato salad. I honestly think it was the best potato salad I’ve ever had. Their drinks are top notch too. I ordered the 3-3-9 by recommendation of the owner and it did not disappoint. This place is in a prime location with great food, great drinks, great atmosphere and a great staff. I’m sure it’ll be around for years to come.
James Gordon
Food was good, but the service was a disaster. No manager on staff. One of the bartenders was shouting at the wait staff. Food came out before drinks. They really need to get it together, because the bartender went from table to table asking if we actually ordered the drinks the waitress rang in. I’ve had better service at Burger King.
Sakhi Mthakathi
Good recommendation are only given to Good works, I appreciate the effort of Mrs. Ami Brenda for helping me work from home mostly in this corona pandemic era. I am making an amazing profits, after investing now making 5,430$ on a weekly basis, All thanks to Mrs. Ami Brenda. you can contact: Email: [email protected]
Carrie Paradise Wray
Went last night with my daughter and son in law. We had a lovely time and enjoyed the restaurant very much. We will be back! We like the delish tiny oysters, especially Duxenbury (spelling).
Amazing Atmosphere and Excellent Service!Drift Bar is hands down one of the best spots in North Augusta! The ambiance is just perfect for a relaxing evening out. The decor is modern and chic, yet still very cozy. The outdoor seating area offers beautiful views of the river, making it a fantastic place to unwind with friends or family.The service was top-notch. Our server was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. The craft cocktails are a must-try - creative and delicious! We particularly enjoyed the “Southern Charm,” which had the perfect blend of flavors.The food did not disappoint either. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, and everything was flavorful and beautifully presented. The shrimp and grits were exceptional - creamy and packed with just the right amount of spice.Overall, Drift Bar is a gem in North Augusta. Whether you’re looking for a great place to dine or just somewhere to enjoy a few drinks with a view, this is the place to be. Highly recommend!
Vegetarian options: Section and options to vegetarian food.
Parking: There are several paces to park. You can park directly in front of the entrance of the bar or park along the side of the road. They also have a ?️ parking lot in two different spots. Valet is available as well.
Wheelchair accessibility: Go in through Southbound Bar and Grill and take the elevator up to the 2nd floor and you will be at Drift Raw Bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Scallops
The ladies and I went here to have a few drinks. First, we wasn't greeted once we walked in the establishment and we had to sit ourselves. And, once we sat down at the bar one of the ladies spoke but the guy with the dreads didn't speak back and also threw the menu down and walked off without acknowledging us at all. We left the establishment and went to Southbound where we were greeted and felt welcomed.
Don't know what review to give. They never answer the phone and don't have any business hours listed anywhere. Have tried so many times to try it. Food looks good. Thought it was out of business but see recent pictures. Would love to try it if ever allowed to.
Great raw bar and seafood during the day, fun dance bar at night. On big sports nights tons of tv’s as well!!!
No longer Oyster Bar
Fantastic
Sophisticated adult dinning at its best! For those who want to treat their pallets to impressive seafood dishes both crudo & cooked. Not to mention the specially crafted spirits! All while dinning in a beautifully adorned setting.
Excellent food, drinks, service, and atmosphere.
Oysters were amazing
Where are my oyster lovers at? Absolutely the freshest. A great afternoon retreat on the riverfront! Located upstairs right above Southbound Smokehouse - Riverside at SRP Park in North Augusta!
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So it was my 1st time going...was for a birthday dinner. It was 830pm. The inside was nice & they have seating overlooking the water...its probably really nice during the day. I was sort of taken back by such a small menu for being called a raw bar. I ordered 3 different types of oysters 2 sets raw & 1 cooked "Rockefeller" also ordered the steamed shrimp & the scallop dinner. So the scallops where perfectly cooked & the butternut puree was tasty. It was 4 scallops & a small bowl of loaded potato salad (my choice of side) there are only 2 other sides to pick from. The oysters were fresh however if I were serving blue point,James river,River, duxbury oysters I would not serve half shells that looked empty. At least 3 on my platter of James were very small...almost embarrassing to serve small & 2 on my Duxbury platter & 2 on my blue point. For a raw bar...I wouldn't serve the microscopic oysters. I could have put 3 of them together to equal one. The back of the house may want to consider that when sending out oysters now matter what time it is. The kitchen closed at 930pm. So I placed an order of the 3 sets of oysters plus an additional set of the Rockefeller ones. The shrimp were nice & big & cooked/steamed well...the seasoning could do with some more type of flavor. The loaded potato salad was absolutely delicious...did I mention that? Maybe some more options for appetizers whether raw or cooked would be nice... overall ok food. I would try again at an earlier time & see if the service of food is the same. I ate my full because I had not eaten as yet so... I wouldn't write them off as yet.So after reading everyone's reviews & pictures...im wondering why the condensed menu I received ??
This place is great. Had a chance to dine here this weekend and The atmosphere and the food is excellent. The owner of the place is a very nice guy. He made sure we felt right at home. This is the kind of establishment where You can get all dressed up and make it a date night kind of thing, or you can come casual and relax. I ordered the shrimp roll and my friend ordered the shrimp cocktail. We were also treated with the pan seared scallops and the sesame miso cod. Everything was delicious and very affordable. If you go there, make sure you ask for a side of potato salad. I honestly think it was the best potato salad I’ve ever had. Their drinks are top notch too. I ordered the 3-3-9 by recommendation of the owner and it did not disappoint. This place is in a prime location with great food, great drinks, great atmosphere and a great staff. I’m sure it’ll be around for years to come.
Food was good, but the service was a disaster. No manager on staff. One of the bartenders was shouting at the wait staff. Food came out before drinks. They really need to get it together, because the bartender went from table to table asking if we actually ordered the drinks the waitress rang in. I’ve had better service at Burger King.
Good recommendation are only given to Good works, I appreciate the effort of Mrs. Ami Brenda for helping me work from home mostly in this corona pandemic era. I am making an amazing profits, after investing now making 5,430$ on a weekly basis, All thanks to Mrs. Ami Brenda. you can contact: Email: [email protected]
Went last night with my daughter and son in law. We had a lovely time and enjoyed the restaurant very much. We will be back! We like the delish tiny oysters, especially Duxenbury (spelling).
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