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We're delighted that the drift has won the Best Standalone Bar in the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards 2012.
escapism has a new home at the drift bar and restaurant, an island of calm in the heart of the city of london. the drift occupies two floors and extends out to an alfresco space near liverpool street, heron tower.
choose between two striking bars, an exclusive fine-dining nook or settle at the captain's table and sample delicious dishes using the very best seasonal produce in our superb heron tower restaurant.
meander between high tables, sunken loungers and long benches and indulge in our skinny and delicious cocktails or work your way through our impressive wine list. open 7 days a week for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and canapé parties, the drift’s imaginative food menu uses locally sourced ingredients at refreshingly good prices. whether it’s for a leisurely lunch with friends, a sunday roast catch up with family or celebratory dinner, the drift offers a diverse range of spaces and menus to suit all your needs.
book for corporate or private events, product launches, after-show and wrap parties, fashion shoots, music videos and celebrity interviews. Music and a late licence on thursdays and fridays make the drift the perfect place to start and end the party.
so let go and let yourself just drift...
we are excited about sharing with you our delicious new range which includes a new vanilla chai latté, using sweetbird syrups (they are low in calories!) and an olive leaf tea which offers some intriguing medicinal properties.
the drift is drake & morgan’s fifth bar, and follows the success of the refinery, its first bar in southwark, which opened in september 2008; the parlour, which opened in canary wharf in october 2009; the anthologist in early 2010; and the folly in late 2010. drake & morgan was established in february 2008.
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We are delighted to announce that The Anthologist has launched the buttercup project, our heartfelt commitment towards sustainability, the environment and our local communities. Launched across all Drake & Morgan sites, the buttercup project is our way of giving something back.
We proudly support both local and national charities, all of which we hold close to our hearts. Whether it be painting children’s rooms (Kids Company), making a commitment to our staff for a nutritional meal everyday (SRA), going pink for a month (Breast Cancer Care), donating pennies and saving the bees (London Capital Bee Project) and we are grateful for your support in helping to really make a difference through our chosen charities.
SRA
We have made a pledge to five key actions across all sites to the sustainable restaurant association and our pledges can be viewed
here.
London Bees
We recognise local suppliers and the actions of capitalbee
to help grow the popularity of urban honey within the London community.
Kids Company - view more info
Kids Company, an inspiring charity, which provides vulnerable children in London with a safe, caring family environment
Pennies - view more info
Pennies, the electronic charity box makes giving to charity easy, quick and affordable. Through pennies your spare change is raising
Additional funds for charities across the uk. 75% of this money raised in the refinery will then go straight to kids company.
find out more - enjoy our monthly innovation and sustainability blog – something sweet to think about the first initiative of the buttercup project is for drake & morgan to pledge five key actions across all sites to the sustainable restaurant association and our pledges can be viewed here.
"I glanced out the window at the signs of spring. The sky was almost blue, the trees were almost budding, the sun was almost bright." Millard Kaufman - Bowl of Cherries
We are introducing a vegetable-laden cocktail menu throughout National Vegetarian Week (20-26th May) that’s packed with goodness (and indeed, alcohol). Included are colourful concoctions such as Beatnik Hemingway – made from beetroot, rum and maraschino – The Green Grocer – a heady concoction of celery, rum, lime and mint – and Bunny’s Margarita, a dizzying blend of carrot, agave and tequila. All priced at £7.50.
Vibrant salads, on-trend burgers and seasonal sharing dishes for a fresh new look.
Punchy starters include prawn pop-corn with chilli dip and broad bean, mint, lemon and ricotta bruschetta followed by moorish mains such as halloumi and bulgur wheat salad, all created to awaken your tastebuds this spring.
A funfair inspired cocktail menu, which is bound to make you smile.
Fancy a springtime tipple with a twist? Then you’ll love our fabulously fun, fairground inspired cocktail menu. The Goldfish-In-A-Bag is a must-try, a zesty gin and tonic served complete with a pink grapefruit fish and edible lily pads, all inside a bag with a straw!
We're offering unlimited Ketel One Vodka Bloody Marys at the refinery, the drift, the parlour and The Folly every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 1pm. Hot on the heels of NYC's notorious brunches, it's the perfect pick-me-up for those mornings when you’ve had a bit too much fun the night before!
Our creative and comforting brunch menu includes additions which...
...are bound to blow away the cobwebs and leave you ready to face the day.
Please note that a two hour return time applies to all tables. Customer must spend £15 on brunch food items to be elegible for the offer. Management has the right to withdraw the offer at any time.
an island of calm in the heart of the city, the drift occupies two floors in the base of heron tower and includes a stunning alfresco terrace.
choose between two striking bars, an exclusive fine-dining nook or settle at the chef's table and sample delicious dishes using the very best seasonal produce. meander between high tables, sunken loungers and long benches as you indulge in our skinny cocktails or work your way through our impressive wine list.
open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the drift can be hired for private parties, whether you are looking to organise a wedding reception, fashion show, premier party or hire the whole venue for up to 450 guests.
let our staff take the hassle out of planning an event, whatever your requirements, our attention to detail will give you a memorable occasion. We can arrange a range of fun activities to keep you and your guests entertained from wine and cheese pairing evenings, mixology classes, butchery masterclasses, flower arranging classes and cupcake-making sessions.
so let go and let yourself just drift...
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you can also choose from one of our stylish and sophisticated venues in southwark, canary wharf and the city.
for enquiries for all of our beautiful venues please click here
choose from one of our stylish and sophisticated venues in southwark, canary wharf and the city and we’ll do the rest!
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"Whether you're in the Square Mile for brunch, lunch, dinner or drinks, this is a haven in the heart of London's financial district, offering everything from cocktails to eggs Benedict, so book your spot quick!"
"I'm a big fan of Drift. It has a good mix of people, couples, business men and people tapping away on laptops with huge cups of coffee."
"Situated at the base of the Heron Tower, The Drift is a sleek city bar in one of the capital's newest skyscrapers, and mixes high-volume service with artisanal - and distinctly whimsical - cocktails."
"I found the service excellent, the atmosphere just right, the menu – vast, creative and experimental and the food - well, just perfect. We seemed to be surrounded by happy customers too."
"A decent wine list, a proper bar, cocktails a go go and prices that are affordable"
"The cocktail menu is fantastic and imaginative, we wanted to try them all"
"The drift is the sort of bar that you might find in Manhattan. And that can only be a good thing"
"The Drift offers an intriguing, cleverly characterful space"
"Throw in excellent service and Europe's largest private aquarium into the mix, and there's enough reason to stay until the early hours"
"We're impressed by the cocktail list at this new bar"
"CityBird has a new favourite bar. Given the amount of places she goes to drink, this is a very big deal"
"The Drift is angling to please the City's palate with a variety of innovative drinking options. Cocktails are impressive or purchase a wine flights to quench your curiosity."
"Well priced and stylishly presented, it's definitely worth a visit"
"The Drift invites Square Mile workers to escape the cut and thrust of fast paced City life and to stay, linger, explore and quite simply drift..."
"Never have I left a restaurant raving about a dessert so much."
"Walking in with no expectations and walking out with them more than surpassed is how every restaurant experience should be and with the drift you will NOT be disappointed"
"A lively, contemporary bar in the heart of the city with an impressive cocktail menu. the polished service and boutique styling of the restaurant are the perfect accompaniment to the extensive menu."
"The drift is a great place for all, from your average joe to city slickers; it incorporates a unique blend of style, fun and wholesome food, which is stylishly presented on large wooden boards."
"Commandeer one of the private nooks, take a seat at the mixology table where you can master your own cocktails, or lose yourself in the spectacular views of europe’s largest private aquarium – we get the drift, and think you will too."
The Drift
Heron Tower
110 Bishopsgate
London
EC2N 4AY
0845 468 0103
click here to view us on google maps.
Open 7 days a week.
Monday - Wednesday: 7.30am - 11pm
Thursday - Friday: 7.30am - 1am
Sat: 10am - 12 midnight
Sun: 10am - 7pm
Saturday and Sunday: Available for private hire
Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 10pm
Saturday: 10am - 10pm
Sunday: 10am - 5pm
We are a stone's throw away from liverpool street station. exit the station on to bishopsgate, take a right and you will see heron tower on your left.
Underground: Access to central, circle, hammersmith and city and metropolitan lines.
Roche Communications,
5th Floor (North),
Tennyson House
159-165 Great Portland Street
London
W1W 5PA
Tel: 020 7436 1111
Web: www.rochecom.com
Email: laura@rochecom.com
Email: eleanore@rochecom.com
Email: Emily@rochecom.com
good morning! what takes your fancy - a light breakfast, coffee to go, a business meeting, catch-up with friends, cheeky cupcake, or perhaps that delicious danish? the list is endless... whatever the reason, the drift is the perfect place to come and relax in the mornings. try working your way through our brunch menu, filled with lots of indulgent dishes, it’s definitely worth getting out of bed for. guilty pleasures include: the breakfast club - sour dough layered with sweet cured bacon, london sausage, fried egg, roast tomato and field mushroom; or bubble and squeak - shredded cabbage, potato and sweet cured bacon topped with a poached egg.
the more health conscious might prefer the californian kick-start – poached egg on toasted english muffin topped with hummus, guacamole, flat mushroom, grilled plum tomato and sweet chilli sauce.
to really brighten up your morning, treat yourself to a breakfast tray with a croissant, egg florentine, freshly squeezed juice, seasonal fruit and tea or coffee.
we have a range of healthy juices too, or detoxing teas to suit any morning mood.
We are delighted to announce that The Anthologist has launched the buttercup project, our heartfelt commitment towards sustainability, the environment and our local communities. Launched across all Drake & Morgan sites, the buttercup project is our way of giving something back.
We proudly support both local and national charities, all of which we hold close to our hearts. Whether it be painting children’s rooms (Kids Company), making a commitment to our staff for a nutritional meal everyday (SRA), going pink for a month (Breast Cancer Care), donating pennies and saving the bees (London Capital Bee Project) and we are grateful for your support in helping to really make a difference through our chosen charities.
We recognise local suppliers and the actions of capitalbee to help grow the popularity of urban honey within the London community.
Kids Company, an inspiring charity, which provides vulnerable children in London with a safe, caring family environment
Pennies, the electronic charity box makes giving to charity easy, quick and affordable. Through pennies your spare change is raising
Additional funds for charities across the uk. 75% of this money raised in the refinery will then go straight to kids company.
breast cancer care supports anyone who is affected by breast cancer. they bring people together, provide information and support, and campaign for improved standards of care within in the uk.
Whether it’s an intimate booking for two ora surprise birthday party, we will look after you so you can be assured of a hassle free and memorable occasion.
Simply ask our friendly reservation team for help with creating your perfect brunch, lunch, dinner or drinks party for you and your guests.
We canarrange a range of fun activities to keep you and your guests entertained from wine and cheese pairing evenings, butchery masterclasses, flower arranging classes and cupcake-making sessions.
