Drift House
96 Gipps St, Port Fairy 3284
$$$
Contemporary
Modern Australian dining inspired by the rustic dishes of Spain. The food is backed up by our exceptional wine list – a virtual cellar door tour across western Victoria – with many drops available by the glass.
A typical evening at Drift House begins in the lounge. The Drift House team is on duty from 6pm serving a carefully curated range of interesting aperitifs, cocktails and local wines, plus delicious pre-dinner snacks.
Drift House is for adults only
Reservations
Business Info
- Address: 96 Gipps St, Port Fairy 3284
- Cross Street: 96 Gipps St, walk past reception
- Cuisine: Australian | Spanish |
- Cost: | Moderate
- Category: Upscale Casual
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Required
- Dress Code: Casual Elegant
- Meals Served: Dinner |
- Parking: Street |
- Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Cash | Debit |
- Corkage Fee: N/A
- Website: drifthouse.com.au
- Phone: 0417 782 495
- Features: Hotel Dining,
- Occasion: Romantic Dining, Dining Alone, Meet for a Drink, Quiet Conversation, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Quick Bite, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,
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Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
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Dinner
17:30 - 22:30
Valid between: Jan. 1, 2021 - March 31, 2027 - Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
-
dinner
17:30 - 22:30
Valid between: Jan. 1, 2021 - March 31, 2027 - Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
-
Dinner
17:30 - 22:30
Valid between: Jan. 1, 2021 - March 31, 2027 - Sunday
- Closed
Customer Reviews & Ratings
4.86 out of 5 stars based on 161 votes
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 23, 2026
cancelled c.
We had a wonderful couple of nights at the Drift House. If you’re visiting Port Fairy, this is the place to stay. Really welcoming, very comfortable with a great breakfast!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 06, 2026
Georgia D.
We had such an amazing experience! The food was absolutely incredible everything came out quickly and was just perfection. You can really tell there’s care put into every dish.
The only small thing was that once it got busier, the drinks (including water and our drink orders) slowed down a bit. But honestly, it didn’t take away from how much we enjoyed ourselves.
We’ll definitely be back and already can’t wait for our next visit!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 10, 2026
Cate H.
A beautiful venue, unique design with a sunken lounge for pre-dinner drinks, with an outlook onto the garden, where the restaurant grows herbs and vegetables. The shared plates were delicious and varied, waiting staff helpful and friendly. Good value for excellence.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 02, 2026
Ashley M.
Always a favourite Restaurant to return to, never a disappointment. These people know their business and operate with the utmost professionalism and perfection in both dining and accommodation.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 18, 2026
Graeme B.
This was an exceptional, boutique experience. So much attention to detail and welcoming. The Salon- outstanding.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Feb 10, 2026
Sarah S.
Fabulous experience, thank you!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 29, 2026
Dee T.
The whole experience was just perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed the drinks, amazing food, the beautiful setting and the staff were amazing, we cant wait to come back
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 23, 2026
Lesley G.
Wonderful experience, from moment we arrived, greeted personally, chose to have drinks in the lower level bar and to dine on great array of new tastes & flavour combinations. Sobrasada was a revelation. An experience not to be missed
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 29, 2025
Nina S.
We loved everything about our stay and it was definitely the best food of our trip
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 08, 2025
David M.
Fabulous location very friendly staff and great food. All in all a wonderful experience
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 20, 2025
Teresa M.
Dining at Drift House exceeded my expectations, which were pretty high! Not only was every dish a taste sensation, but the service and ambience were perfect. No bright lights! And stunning architecture and fitout. Shoutout to wonderful Marlee, our lovely waitress. Can’t wait to return - fortunately I’m a local!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 20, 2025
Ailsa M.
We had a fabulous night at Drift House.
From arrival through the Japanese inspired garden into the amazing dining space ; everything was fantastic. The staff were so lovely, friendly and professional. And the food was so delicious and beautifully presented. . We are from Melbourne and Drift House will be the reason we will come back to Port Fairy. Such a great night.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 31, 2025
Clifford E.
Everything was perfect. From the spaces to the food everything was carefully and thoughtfully planned. The people all had smiles in their voices - we felt so looked after.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Jul 25, 2025
Lynelle J.
Excellent instructions prior to arrival-thank you! Fabulous and welcoming wait staff. Comfortable lounge for pre dinner drinks. Small plates were unique and tasty-enough for our dinner. Great wine list.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 19, 2025
Steve J.
Thank you for the wonderful experience. Great food, great wine and a wonderful ambience with friendly and attentive service. We couldn't ask for more.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 02, 2025
Fran T.
Highly recommend this small and intimate dining experience. With delicious food and excellent service.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 11, 2025
Barbara B.
The food was absolutely delicious. Could not fault it.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 09, 2025
Jen B.
Fabulous from start to finish - thank you! :)
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 23, 2025
Judy M.
We had an incredible dinner here and would highly recommend it! Every single item we had was a delightful creation. All fresh and local food. A highlight of our trip to Australia!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 19, 2025
Susan B.
A lovely evening. A beautiful well designed space. A simple and rewarding menu. Great service. Great lighting and ambient music.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 9/10
Jan 07, 2026
Mathew S.
Excellent venue with a great menu using local products. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal as we tried most of the starters and entrees.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Apr 28, 2025
Lynn-Elisabeth H.
Great boutique restaurant. Small but perfectly formed.