If you're in the mood for an incredible brunch, lively music or good ol' Caribbean food, this is your place and I'm going to tell you why!
Atmosphere/Appearance: The Russell used to be a small, almost hole-in-the-wall spot on Pratt Street, but Hugh has MOVED ON UP! This place is huge and it used to be the old Black Bear Saloon nightclub. Kinda crazy that I've partied in the exact place that is now a sit-down restaurant. Lol. There's private parking around the side of the restaurant, but you do have to pay for it. See if you can find some parking on the street. It's free after 6:00pm and I believe all day on Sunday. This place has lots of exposed brick, high ceilings, 2 bars on opposite ends of the restaurant, a VIP section and PLENTY of seating all over. The music is lively and the atmosphere is just full of energy.
Service: Shacoia is our favorite server there! She's down-to-Earth, sweet, funny and just all-around amazing. Make sure you ask for her!
Food: So at the old location I'd go STRAIGHT for the jerk wings because they were INCREDIBLE! They still are, but I've since branched out to try the curried goat, which is fantastic and the yuca fries. OMG the sauce that comes with the yuca fries is making my mouth water and I'm 700 miles away from them right now. Lol. The food is good, period. Now, the bottomless mimosas. THEY ARE THE MOVE. So unlike most places where a pre-made carafe is brought to your table OR EVEN WORSE, a pre-made GLASS is brought to your table... here, you get the entire bottle of Prosecco and 2 carafes of juice! You make your own freaking mimosas and that's PERFECT and the way I'd prefer it! When you run out, just ask for another! It's that easy! You can also switch the juices up too.
Value: This place isn't cheap, but it sits comfortably in the middle between dirt cheap and fine dining. The entire experience is absolutely worth it. I believe the bottomless mimosas are $25.00 a person, but if you're a REAL drinker, you'll get your money's worth!
In conclusion, I'll always love this place. It's never done me wrong and it's a reliable place for good food, good fun and good drinks! Check it out if you're in the area!
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