dérive

Explore the world through local eyes.

dérive is a curated map of restaurants, wine bars, vintage spots, and quiet corners — handpicked by people who actually know what they’re talking about. No ratings. No fluff. Just trusted picks rooted in flavor, vibe, and experience. Open to all users and contributors — for now.

EXPLORE THE SPOTS
I’ve always struggled to find a good place to eat on Yelp or Google. Every option ever possible is at your finger tips — but how do you know what’s actually worth your time? Ratings are misleading. You don’t know who’s writing them, what they care about, or if they have the same taste you do. Probably not.

That’s why dérive exists — a curated map of trusted spots, handpicked by people who know their cities best. No fluff, no tourist traps. Just the kinds of places you'd want a friend to tip you off too.
- Kevin, dérive creator

Where We're Headed

Right now, anyone can contribute to dérive — and we love that. It’s built on the idea that good taste isn’t reserved for food critics or influencers. The best recommendations often come from chefs, bartenders, locals, and travelers who just get it.

As we grow, we’re working on ways to highlight the voices you trust most — contributors who consistently share the kinds of places that surprise, delight, and stick with you. Think of them as your go-to guides in each city.

We’re also building tools to help you:

  • Save and organize your favorite spots
  • Follow contributors whose taste aligns with yours
  • Plan a night out like a local (even if you’re not one)

And soon, we’ll introduce guided dérives — curated nights out, contributor picks, and maybe even real-life meetups for those who want to explore cities together, one spot at a time.