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Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort

Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort

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+1 941 388 21 61700 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, Florida 34236 · Lido Key

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700 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, Florida 34236

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About

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.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Hours

Monday
7 to 11 AM
Tuesday
7 to 11 AM
Wednesday
7 to 11 AM
Thursday
7 to 11 AM
Friday
7 to 11 AM
Saturday
7 AM to 12 PM
Sunday
7 AM to 12 PM

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