Driftlight Steakhouse Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Driftlight Steakhouse, a premier dining destination nestled within the JW Marriott in Tampa, Florida. This upscale eatery captivates with an inviting ambiance, making it perfect for any occasion. Guests are greeted by an exquisite menu showcasing a culinary mastery that marries classic steakhouse fare with innovative twists.
From the succulent prime New York strip steak to the lavish tomahawk steak, each dish is crafted to perfection, highlighting both tenderness and robust flavors. The sides, like creamed spinach and lobster mac and cheese, complement the mains beautifully, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. Reggie Campbell's description of the pumpkin quad buns and flaky salmon eloquently captures the warmth and finesse of the offerings.
Each dish reflects a commitment to quality, making Driftlight Steakhouse a must-visit for food enthusiasts seeking both comfort and sophistication in their meals. Experience exceptional service that matches the outstanding food, and you’ll find yourself planning your next visit before you even leave.
LIGHT DELIGHTS
Steel-Cut Oatmeal
local honey, mixed berries
Honey & Almond Granola Parfait
greek yogurt, mixed berries, local honey, housemade granola
Seasonal Fruit Plate
sliced fruit, mixed berries, kiwi, lychee yogurt, yuzu pearls
Acai Breakfast Bowl
acai sorbet, banana, berries, kiwi, seasonal fruit, granola, toasted coconut, local honey
Bakery Basket
croissant, muffin, danish
Tampa Two
two cage-free eggs any style, breakfast potatoes, choice of toast & choice of applewood-smoked bacon, chicken or pork sausage
Eggs Benedict
english muffin, two poached eggs, canadian bacon, hollandaise sauce, breakfast potatoes
Steak & Eggs
6 oz filet mignon, two cage-free eggs any style, chimichurri, breakfast potatoes, choice of toast
Create-Your-Own Omelet
served with breakfast potatoes, choice of toast
CLASSICS
SIGNATURES
Avocado Toast
grilled sourdough, baby arugula, roasted tomato, pickled onion, lemon oil, goat cheese, seasonal fruit
Smoked Salmon Bagel
sun roasted tomatoes, pickled onions, whipped cream cheese, micro arugula, lemon oil, fried capers, choice of bagel, seasonal fruit
Sunrise Bowl
ancient grain, baby arugula, roasted tomato, broccolini, edamame, avocado, feta, cilantro vinaigrette, poached egg
Smoked Brisket Hash
two sunny side up eggs, breakfast potatoes, onions, peppers
Buttermilk Pancakes
whipped butter, powdered sugar, pure maple syrup
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
mixed berry compote, vanilla chantilly cream, candied lemon zest, lemon ricotta
Vanilla Belgian Waffle
mixed berries, vanilla chantilly, pure maple syrup
Bruleed Toast
brioche french toast, guava hot honey, mascarpone whipped cream, rum spiced berries
BATTERS
SIDES
Seasonal Fruit
Breakfast Potatoes
Single Cage-Free Egg
Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Chicken or Pork Sausage
Toast or Pastry
choice of bran, chocolate or blueberry muffin, croissant, english muffin, bagel, whole wheat, white or marbled rye toast
Sunshine Juice
carrot, orange, honey, banana, chia seed
Power Potion
pineapple, orange, coconut water, turmeric, ginger, lime
REVITALIZING JUICES
SATISFYING SMOOTHIES
Antioxidant Blend
pineapple, apple, spinach, beet, raspberry, strawberry, banana, coconut water
Energy Elixir
pineapple, celery, cucumber, spinach, lime, avocado, apple
Traditional Mimosa
sparkling wine, fresh-squeezed orange juice
Taittinger Champagne Mimosa
taittinger champagne, fresh-squeezed orange juice
Traditional Bloody Mary
with Bacon 17 with Shrimp 20 wheatly vodka, filthy bloody mary mix
Fresh-Squeezed Orange or Grapefruit Juice
Cappuccino or Latte
BEVERAGES
Shareables
GULF SHRIMP COCKTAIL
BLOODY MARY COCKTAIL SAUCE, LEMON
FLORIDA CRAB CAKES
BENNE SEED CRUMBLE. PASSIONFRUIT REMOULADE
SUMMER BLACK TRUFFLE WAGYU CARPACCIO
DIJONNAISE. GRANA PADANA. CRISPY CAPERS. PICKLED MUSTARD SEEDS.
OYSTER LOBSTERFELLER
LOBSTER, CREAMED SPINACH. BACON LARDON. LOCAL BEER. PARMESAN
HALF DOZEN OYSTERS
PETITE SEAFOOD TOWER
EAST COAST OYSTERS (3), WEST COAST OYSTERS (3). HALF LOBSTER TAIL, SNOW CRAB CLAW (6). SHRIMP (4)
LARGE SEAFOOD TOWER
EAST COAST OYSTERS (5), WEST COAST OYSTERS (5). WHOLE LOBSTER TAIL, SNOW CRAB CLAW (8), SHRIMP (6) CUCUMBER MIGNONETTE. BLOODY MARY COCKTAIL & PASSIONFRUIT REMOULADE
Chilled Seafood
Starters
PURPLE SWEET POTATO BRIOCHE
HONEY THYME GLAZE. CULTURED YUZU BUTTER. MALDON SALT
FRENCH ONION SOUP
SWEET ONIONS, GRUYERE. PARMESAN-REGGIANO. DRY SHERRY, HOUSE SOURDOUGH
DRIFTLIGHT WEDGE
ICEBERG, GORGONZOLA, SMOKED BACON LARDON, PICKLED ONIONS, TOMATO. ROASTED GARLIC BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
KEY LIME CAESAR
ROMAINE. HERB CROUTONS. SHAVED PARMESAN. KEY LIME CAESAR DRESSING
BEET & BURRATA
POACHED PEAR. PISTACHIO, CITRUS MARMALADE. BALSAMIC PEARLS, ARUGULA
Salads
Steaks
FILET 8oz
BONE-IN FILET 12oz
PRIME NEW YORK STRIP 16oz
PRIME BONE-IN RIBEYE 18oz
DRY AGED 30-DAYS
DELMONICO 16oz
TOMAHAWK RIBEYE 32oz
6oz COLD WATER LOBSTER TAIL
U8 GULF SHRIMP (3)
JUMBO LUMP CRAB OSCAR
Add-Ons
House-Made Sauces
DRIFTLIGHT
BEARNAISE
PINOT REDUCTION
CHIMICHURRI
PEPPERCORN
BRANZINO
ZUCCHINI SALAD, PICKLED MUSHROOMS, BABY MINT. KALAMATA CHIMICHURRI
SEARED SALMON
ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATO, ASPARAGUS. SHERRY PICKLED CHERRY TOMATO, ROASTED BABY CARROTS. GRILLED LEMON, CARROT BEURRE MONTE
U10 SCALLOPS
PARSNIP PUREE, FENNEL & CELERY RIBBON. MUSHROOMS. SMOKED BACON MARMALADE
CRISPY AIRLINE CHICKEN BREAST
CREAMY SUNCHOKE FARRO RISOTTO. CHARRED ARTICHOKE, PICKLED FENNEL. PARMESAN BROTH, HERB OIL
Entrees
A La Carte Sides
POMMES PUREE
IDAHO POTATOES, ROASTED GARLIC, CULTURED BUTTER
CREAMED CORN
BACON BECHAMEL, CAYENNE PEPPER, CHIHUAHUA CHEESE
SAUTEED SPINACH
GARLIC. PARMESAN. PEPPER FLAKES, SEA SALT
BRAISED MUSHROOMS
EXOTIC MUSHROOMS, HERBS
LOCAL SHRIMP MAC & CHEESE
CAMPANELLE, TRUFFLE WHITE CHEESE SAUCE
BAKED POTATO
BACON WHIPPED BUTTER, CHIVES
ROASTED ASPARAGUS
CREAMY LEMON BUTTER, CHIVES
FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
HEIRLOOM CAULIFLOWER, PONZU SAUCE