Drift Distillery and Smokehouse

Drift Distillery and Smokehouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Terry

   Denver16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Outstanding. Will return Great drinks, appetizers, entrees and dessert
   

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   Michael VIP

   Orange County8 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   It was a Sunday so not as crowded as it could have been. Service was excellent. The octopus appetizer was delicious. The muddled cucumber mint vodka drink shined. Wine list could have had more choices. Four wines from one winery on a short list was disappointing. The brisket sandwich was our favorite with the chicken sandwich in second. Quiet overall, we will return!
   

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   Kristin

   Orange County7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The brisket was very good. The tri tip was sliced in pieces was very good. However, it took a long time for our orders to be delivered, but the wait staff was diligent and attentive. We will go back hopefully with a quicker food delivery
   

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   rob VIP

   Orange County10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Really loved the food at this place! We had the tater tot nachos and the smash burger. My wife had the chicken bacon sandwich. Bbq sauce is delicious!
   

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   Doug

   Orange County4 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Worst BBQ I have ever had, ordered the Brisket, was served cold, and super dry. We didn't even eat it, very poorly done. The side cornbread was good, the wedge salad was fine, nothing fancy though. The drinks were good. Service was slow, took about 20 minutes to get a drink after being seated, and getting the waiter to help was slow as well. Staff was friendly and helpful when you can get help. Don't think I will go back though, to many other options out there.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great spot, loved the live music, staff was great, food and drinks A+++
   

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   Sherry

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was our first time eating at Drift, and it won’t be our last! There were 4 of us there for lunch, and we were each pleased with the BBQ which is huge considering they’re from Kansas City!
   

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   Michelle

   Palm Springs2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   What a pleasant surprise! Started with the Tomahawk finger appetizer and cornbread skillet - to die for! The fried chicken sandwich and the Cubano were amazing. Will definitely be going back to continue buying items on their amazing menu.
   

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   Paige

   Orange County1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 17, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Great new restaurant! Food was good. Wait staff needs work! They seemed in a rush. Had to ask for drink refills and a to go container after waiting quite some time. We’ll chalk it up to being new.
   

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    Petti

    Orange County14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The food and drinks are excellent and priced fairly. The service was outstanding. The server really knew the menu and drinks and was very helpful in suggesting choices. For our group of 5, the server gladly provided us with separate checks.
    

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