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Dine high above the Gulf

Drift Kitchen & Bar
Sarasota, Florida

Where the Views Are as Unforgettable as the Cuisine

Drift Kitchen & Bar is our signature restaurant concept on the 8th floor of our Palm Building, and one of Sarasota’s buzziest restaurants. The dining room features elevated decor and soaring 180-degree floor-ceiling views of the Gulf of Mexico. Taking inspiration from our view, cuisine features local ingredients with an emphasis on fresh seafood and contemporary American fare.

Lido Beach Resort

Lido Beach Resort, 700 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236

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Hours

BREAKFAST
  • Mon – Fri 7:00 am- 11:00 am
  • Sat & Sun 7:00 am- 12:00 pm
HAPPY HOUR (Bar Only)
  • Mon – Fri 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
DINNER
  • Daily 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Bar 5:00 pm – 12:00 am
private dining room

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