Drifters Of Seaside - Seaside Heights

I was excited to try this place since its fairly new and looked like they had some good gluten free options (since I have celiac). Long Story Short: They have GF items listed that aren 't gluten free. Long Story: We were looking at the menu to order and I noticed that they didnt have the Guacamole app (chips and dip) listed as gluten free (which is typically gf), but had the Seafood Aguachile (chips and dip) listed as gf. So we ordered both for the table anyway. When we received them I realized that it was the chips that made the Guacamole app not gluten free, but the Seafood Aguachile had the same exact chips. Then, I ordered the Crispy Chili Garlic Shrimp since it is also listed as GF, and specifically made sure that it is definitely GF since it says crispy, they confirmed. When I received my order I noticed that there was also macaroni salad in the bowl touching all of the other items (which wasn 't listed). If an item says that it is GF, anyone could assume that the macaroni salad noodles being used are gluten free, but we confirmed with the manager and they said everything in the meal is gluten free except the macaroni salad . You CANNOT have a meal labeled as Gluten Free if the whole meal is not Gluten Free. Hence, they do not know what GF means and if that is the case then they need to either edit the menu to make them gluten free OR say gluten free options available. But you can 't list items GF if they are not.

Very good ambience with live music and beach vibes Love the sandy floor and picnic tables. Bar is easily available and has a nice aesthetic. Food was simple but good Always a great time with friends. This is our favorite sit down spot in Seaside.

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $100+ Food: 1 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3

FUN, cute place. Outside and inside dining. We were here when they hosted something for the Lifeguards of NJ (my nephew was on the cover of the book ! . The outdoor area has sand which gives it an authentic beach place feel. The menu is also fun with something for everyone. I loved the Fish Tacos and they serve specialty cocktails and have a full bar, sometimes have entertainment especially on summer weekends

Very upset with the bartender. Ordered the $30 Chardonnay and bartender cracked open the $40 Chardonnay and neglected to tell us. Restaurant was also out of 2 of their 4 white wines they offer. Not going to be coming back here. Been a resident in the area for 20+ years and have not had this experience before anywhere else.