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Drifter's is an american restaurant in Moneta, VA.

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Julia L.R.
Julia L.R. -Google user
a year ago
Had lunch here at the suggestion of a longtime resident. The friendliness of the staff was abundant, especially our great server, Julia! As a vegetarian, I was pleased to see I had a few choices, and the hippie wrap was delicious, as well...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Chamairat Compton
Chamairat Compton -Google user
2 months ago
It's located near water. Indoor and outdoor areas. Live music. Sunday Special is $0.50 shrimp
Noor Ayoob
Noor Ayoob -Google user
a year ago
We had a family dinner and Rachel was a great host. Our food came out just like we wanted it and everything was delicious. We will be back soon when we visit SML again.
Dinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Wings, Hamburger
Ron Schock
Ron Schock -Google user
2 years ago
LOVE IT! We vacationed on the lake for the first time and, after much research in advance, made Drifters our very first stop when getting into town! Perfect way to kick off the vacation!! Very cool, fun, relaxed, inviting atmosphere and people. They have a...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Danielle Sydnor
Danielle Sydnor -Google user
3 years ago
I had a wonderful experience with my friends hanging while on the boat. We were able to dock and walk up to the restaurant. Great bar food and cocktails. Fun vibes! Plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. I would definitely go back and order the...Read More
$10–20
T.R. Dearden (T.R.)
T.R. Dearden (T.R.) -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
Great lakeside bar and restaurant. I had a stellar lobster roll, others enjoyed the one pound gourmet burger. The kids even got free frisbees with their meal. A Complementary boat slip made it perfect for dinner after a day on the lake. A bit busy, so a...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Bedford Landings Burger
Chris Grubb
Chris Grubb -Google user
a year ago
Love this place. Food is good with a wide variety. Atmosphere is top notch with indoor and outdoor seating. Accessible by boat. Wait staff are normally on top of it even when swamped. Only extended wait times are when really busy it can take awhile...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Wings, Chocolate BBQ, Hamburger
Kara
Kara -Google user
2 months ago
We love Drifters!! Great food, drinks, and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Heather P
Heather P -Google user
5 years ago
Excellent service, immediately brought out waters and even a bowl of water for our pup. Cute outdoor seating on the water. It rained but the umbrellas were large enough to keep us dry. Soft pretzel was large enough for four of us to share. I...Read More
Cheryl
Cheryl -Google user
2 years ago
$0.50 shrimp was 🤌. Great lakeside eats and drinks. Even while struggling with being short-staffed, everyone is very upbeat and friendly. Love coming here. …
Kerry Lodish
Kerry Lodish -Google user
3 months ago
Drifters is an awesome place to eat. Atmospheres 100%. We arrived there by boat. Very nice attendance on the dock helped us Park our boat. First people that you meet at the hostess are super friendly and the service was impeccable. The food was top-notch....Read More
Dinner$30–50Atmosphere: 52 peopleNo wait
ktravel
ktravel -Google user
2 months ago
Great food and atmosphere - definitely one of the best places at SML to eat! Absolutely LOVE the shrimp quesadilla & the burgers. Never have had anything bad from here!
Dinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5No waitIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace
Valerie Bays
Valerie Bays -Google user
2 months ago
Stopped in for apps and a quick bite to eat before dinner, got there right after they opened and they were already pretty busy. Our server, Malea, was great - quick service, good recommendations, and a positive attitude. We got the cheesy bacon chips, which were...Read More
Other$20–30Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseSuitable for all group sizes
Sharon Payne
Sharon Payne -Google user
2 years ago
The service was excellent. The appetizers was awesome, the barbecue and coleslaw was delicious. But the salad was terrible, it was a glob of tomatoes, cheese and carrots with no dressing on a bed of lettuce. But over all it was a very nice place...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Douglas Maier
Douglas Maier -Google user
3 months ago
The place was busy! It was hot out and the staff ran there butts off. Food was great and the beer was cold. We stopped in while on vacation from Iowa.
Haille Pettersen
Haille Pettersen -Google user
a month ago
We went on a busy and beautiful Sunday afternoon. Our server was so sweet and helpful, and made sure my son’s food came out quickly for him (I ordered his food w everyone’s drinks.) I had the cheesesteak sandwich as a wrap with the house chips. 10/10!...Read More
LunchAtmosphere: 5
Tee Kay
Tee Kay -Google user
a month ago
Seated quickly. Server very nice. Wings and Burger very good. Great Atmosphere. Inside and Outside seating.
Lunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseNo waitSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree parking lot
Lauryn Shuff
Lauryn Shuff -Google user
a year ago
I love this place!! We come here every time we are at smith mnt lake!! our waiter was extremely generous and super helpful. Food was so good!! 10/10 recommend!
Katie Smith
Katie Smith -Google user
3 years ago
Fun, friendly, fantastic location! The food was great - huge portions, and the drinks are fun - but really the reason we'd return is the service. Emma was absolutely amazing - she was knowledgable about the area, she had great …
Tim From va
Tim From va -Google user
a month ago
First time going and it was worth it! Food was great and service was excellent. The Street burger was delicious. Perfect stop after a day on the water. Shout out to our sever Natalie who was on her game and made our visit a great...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
MB H
MB H -Google user
4 months ago
What a fun place! Menu is great, wide selection of food and great drinks choices. If I'm not mistaken, they've expanded their restaurant size to include more outdoor seating since we were last there. We live on the lake and have been...Read More
Lunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Reservations not requiredIndoor dining area, Outdoor patio / terraceFree parking lotAlso boat parking.Very
Brittany Trstensky
Brittany Trstensky -Google user
2 months ago
We recently visited with a large party and our waitress Emma was fantastic! She was very sweet and took great care of our table and the kids. The manager was also very helpful with ensuring one of our meals was allergy friendly. The food and...Read More
Lunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5No waitIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace
Gary Burgess
Gary Burgess -Google user
2 months ago
Great food, great atmosphere, fun experience. However, our server EMMA, made the meal so much more enjoyable. She is delightful and efficient. Ask for EMMA, evening you have to wait for her.
Atmosphere: 5
Emily Blocher
Emily Blocher -Google user
4 months ago
Came in Sunday evening for the first time! Food was great and Ashley D had a great personality! We definitely will be making it our summer spot and hope to see her again!
Shawn Spears
Shawn Spears -Google user
a month ago
Great food & service right at our Marina! Good place to bring your pup too. They brought her a bowl of ice water!
James Howell
James Howell -Google user
a month ago
Great hot dogs awesome menu,I've tried it all and it delicious and the proportions WOW, there is nothing like the atmosphere friendly and welcoming, service was good and a great selection of adult beverages. 👍 …
David Bertolucci
David Bertolucci -Google user
a month ago
Guys, this is the perfect stop for your SML outing. Just pull the boat up and enjoy great food, live music and awesome service. Such a great experience.
Brian KP Kilpatrick
Brian KP Kilpatrick -Google user
2 months ago
Great casual atmosphere. Food is always good and the band (songwriters) was really good when we were there last. Great drink choices.
Megret Leigh
Megret Leigh -Google user
2 months ago
Absolutely delicious food and drinks with a lot of variety. We all found multiple options that looked appealing, and everybody liked what they chose.
Todd Gardner
Todd Gardner -Google user
3 months ago
Ate lunch there today. Great food! Service was great! Love the atmosphere! Highly recommend to visit by boat or car!

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Service options

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Accessibility

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Crowd

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Planning

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Children

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