New outdoor cocktail lounge Drift Bar opening in downtown St. Pete

Rendering of Drift Bar in downtown St. Petersburg. Credit: Next Level Brands Next Level Brands, the team behind popular local spots like Boulon Brasserie, Forbici Modern Italian, and Union New American, will debut a new “open-air cocktail bar” at The Sundial in downtown St. Petersburg next week. Located at 155 Second Ave. N., Drift Bar will celebrate its official grand opening at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, with complimentary bites and music from DJ Fresh.  “Drift Bar brings the Sundial courtyard back to life with the easygoing feel of a beach bar, a curated cocktail list and thoughtful small plates,” said Jeff Gigante, co-founder of Next Level Brands in a statement. “It’s where you meet before dinner, catch a game or hear some live music. And if you’re out downtown, it’s a great place to finish the night with one more drink. With the waterfront a short walk away and a breeze through the courtyard, it feels like St. Pete at its most relaxed. We can’t wait to share it.” Ren