The Drift

3.9 (536)

£25 and under

British

Heron Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4AY

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The Drift

3.9

£25 and under

British

Liverpool Street

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Good for business meals
Great for brunch

An all day bar and restaurant in the impressive Heron Tower skyscraper on Bishopsgate, the drift is brought to you by the team behind The Folly, The Anthologist, the parlour and the refinery. Spread over two levels, its quirky design touches provide a refreshing antidote to the somewhat uniform City bars. the drift brims with quirky collectibles, hidden alcoves, a mixology table and a fine dining nook, whilst offering delights such as afternoon tea cocktails, a crustacea bar and liquid desserts to die for. The modern European menu includes plenty of sharing boards, flatbreads and antipasto boards alongside familiar favourites such as gourmet sandwiches, burgers jam-packed with delicious fillings, hearty mains and seasonal salads. Drinks are taken seriously here with a range of well-crafted and innovative cocktails from well-loved classics to calorie counted ‘skinnies’ and ‘Veg and Herb Patch’ cocktails. An extensive wine list includes over40.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 9:00 am–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 9:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
020 3004 4969
Website
https://www.drakeandmorgan.co.uk/the-drift/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
Heron Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4AY
Neighborhood
Liverpool Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Liverpool Street station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

90's 00's Bottomless Brunch!
£49.95 per person
2 - 6 people
Aug 14, 2026 - Nov 21, 2026
Join us every Saturday for an unforgettable brunch experience! Book your 90-minute slot between 12pm and 14:00pm & enjoy bottomless cocktails, a delicious brunch, and the best 90s & 00s tunes spun by our resident DJ—all for just £49.95.per person. Sip on unlimited Aperol Spritz, prosecco, Bloody Marys, or JUBEL lager, perfectly paired with some of our favorite brunch dishes, including our signature malted waffles. See you there!

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Reviews

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3.9

(536)

3.8Food
3.7Service
3.9Ambience
3.7Value

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536 Reviews

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Andrew Gold
London59 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 28, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time at Drift Bar! The staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The food was just as impressive: fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Excellent service and delicious dishes make this a spot I'll happily return to. Highly recommend!
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James Gold
London127 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 6, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
There was really good atmosphere with the DJ playing. We felt the food was ok. The menu looks good. We ordered the charcuterie board which was very expensive for what you got and the arancini balls which were greasy and lacked any flavour.
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Paul
London9 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 12, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First time here and had a pleasant experience overall. Would visit again.
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James Gold
London127 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 26, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good venue for a catch up with friends. Good atmosphere and not too noisy.
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Naina
London5 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was a bit overpriced on some dishes where it did not accompany anything else, and the waiter was trying to hard sell on the Prosecco brunch which we did not want as did not really want to drink. I came here with my niece as my experience before was amazing. I feel the music was super loud and very Beaty than usual for lunch which really did not help with digestion and at the same time I was unable to have a chat. Experience could have been better for us. Saying this it would not out me off coming back again as I know the experience can be better
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Donna
London14 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 13, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food wasn't up to scratch...my fish was very strange...an odd shape & almost tasted like 2 different types of fish put together some how....not sure we'll return anytime soon!
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Julia
Devon7 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Mediocre food, very slow service. Beautiful decor but the four of us were sat at two small tables pushed together at the top of the stairs, not enough room for drinks and food plates. Disappointing experience.
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Mark Gold
London7 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was a good experience overall, except on a Saturday they have this disco going on. The restaurant was empty except for one table and the music was so loud you could barely talk to the person opposite without shouting. Ruined the lunch and we had to move. But the food was fine. service was fine as we were virtually only ones there
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Christy
London9 reviews
4.0
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great lunch as always. Good venue to catch up with friends.
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Kristen
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here and our experience was phenomenal! We had a group of about eight people for a work related happy hour. The service was impeccable, and the food and drinks were delicious.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 9:00 am–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 9:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
020 3004 4969
Website
https://www.drakeandmorgan.co.uk/the-drift/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
Heron Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4AY
Neighborhood
Liverpool Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Liverpool Street station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, The Drift is a lovely choice for date night, with a cocktail-forward bar and several guests recommending it for dates and special celebrations like engagements.

The Drift spreads over two levels with a dedicated bar area, a mixology table and a fine-dining nook, plus a mezzanine by the big windows and outdoor seating.

Friday evenings are a great pick at The Drift, guests say it's a perfect, quieter spot for after-work drinks and meet-ups.

For a lively outing, The Drift’s bottomless brunch is a highlight; if you prefer a calmer after-work drink, reviewers found Friday around 7pm pleasantly quiet.

The Drift's bottomless brunch is generously stocked, guests repeatedly praise the bottomless brunch for plentiful drinks and a satisfying brunch spread.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, neat rather than formal.

The Drift is at its liveliest for bottomless and musical brunches and on weekend DJ nights, while Friday after-work visits are often noticeably quieter.

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The Drift

3.9

£25 and under

British

Liverpool Street

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

The Drift

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The Drift

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