Drift Bar and Kitchen Brighton is a bar and restaurant on Middle Street in Brighton Marina, occupying a waterside spot with views out over the marina basin. The interior combines timber tables, banquette seating and soft lighting with large windows that frame the harbour, creating a relaxed and sociable setting that works for daytime meals, weekend brunches and evening dinners. Seating is arranged for smaller parties as well as larger groups, and there’s a bar area with high stools and tables for guests who arrive primarily for drinks.
The menu brings together seasonal, contemporary British cooking with an emphasis on straightforward, unfussy formats. Earlier in the day and through brunch hours, lighter items such as salads, open sandwiches and egg dishes sit alongside plates that nod to weekend comfort food. As service moves into lunch and dinner, the selection includes grilled fish, larger mains built around meat or plant-based ingredients, and vegetable sides that reflect seasonal availability. Starters and small plates allow tables to mix and match a selection of dishes, while desserts follow a similar uncomplicated logic.
Drinks are a key part of the offer, with a list that includes wine, beer, cocktails and soft drinks. The bar forms a focal point of the room, with seating that suits guests visiting for an aperitif or after-work drink as well as those staying for a full meal. Cocktails and wine can be ordered throughout service and are paired with the food menu.
Drift Bar and Kitchen Brighton operates for lunch and dinner, with extended hours at weekends and for special occasions. Its marina setting brings a mix of local residents, visitors to Brighton and diners out for brunch or evening meals. The combination of unfussy food, a full drinks list and views over the water makes it suitable for casual lunches, dinners with friends or relaxed social evenings.