The Russell

The Russell Authentic Caribbean Experience Located in Downtown Hartford, across from the XL center on Hartford Historic Pratt Street.
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The Russell is a multi-story restaurant steeped in preserved architectural detail, exotic Caribbean reds and Rustic sand colors. Open since 2015, visitors love the Russell experience for amazing food great, atmosphere and unparallel service. The Russell reminds them of an intimate getaway in a classic island hotel. "The Russell should feel like home," says owner Hugh Russell, "I wanted to create a

warm and cozy experience." Enjoy specialty cocktails on the first floor bar or dinner on our sidewalk patio. Our second floor mezzanine also offers an intimate setting for cocktails and dinner. Visit our new expansion, The Russell Grab & Go, opened 2018 adjoined to our existing restaurant. Open for lunch, private events and private dinners. Follow us for all our regularly scheduled events.......There's always a memorable moment to be made at The Russell.

09/01/2026

Comedy, cocktails & good vibes 🍸✨

Comedy & R&B Thursday is going down at The Russell this Thursday, September 3rd! 🎤🎶

Hosted by Big Regg with featured comedian Stephanie K. bringing the laughs all night long.

🚪 Doors open at 7PM
🎭 Showtime at 8PM
🍽️ Appetizer specials
🍹 Drink specials

📍187 Allyn Street, Downtown Hartford
📲 Reserve your spot at TheRussellCT.com
📞 860-727-4014

Who runs the booth? 🎧🔥Starting Wednesday, September 16th, we’re turning up EVERY Wednesday at The Russell for the ultima...
08/31/2026

Who runs the booth? 🎧🔥

Starting Wednesday, September 16th, we’re turning up EVERY Wednesday at The Russell for the ultimate weekly DJ battle! 🏆

🎶 6 DJs. 3 rounds. 1 champion.
💰 1st Prize: $200 | 2nd Prize: $100
🗳️ The audience decides who takes the crown!
🎤 Hosted by Big Regg

Think you’ve got what it takes? DJs, sign up now:

📍187 Allyn Street, Downtown Hartford
📞 860-727-4014
🌐 TheRussellCT.com

Sunday looks better with a cocktail in hand ✨Join us for Sunday Brunch 12-4pm today
08/30/2026

Sunday looks better with a cocktail in hand ✨

Join us for Sunday Brunch 12-4pm today

TONIGHT!30+ and still outside. 😏🥂NOSTALGIA: 30 PLUS ONLY takes over The Russell this Saturday, August 29th with 90s to e...
08/29/2026

TONIGHT!
30+ and still outside. 😏🥂

NOSTALGIA: 30 PLUS ONLY takes over The Russell this Saturday, August 29th with 90s to early 2000s music all night. 🎶🔥

🎧 Music by DJ Ant Dowe + DJ Bigg Mann
🍽️ Food served till 12
🍹 Drink specials all night
💵 $10 before 11

📍 187 Allyn St, Hartford, CT

TONIGHT!It’s COMEDY & R&B THURSDAYS ! Thursday nights are for good laughs, good music, and good vibes at The Russell. Th...
08/27/2026

TONIGHT!
It’s COMEDY & R&B THURSDAYS !

Thursday nights are for good laughs, good music, and good vibes at The Russell. This week, Kenny Woo takes the stage! 🎤🔥

📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7PM
🎭 Showtime at 8PM

😂 Featured Comedian: Kenny Woo
🎤 Hosted by Big Regg

🍽️ Appetizer Specials
🍹 Drink Specials

Come for the comedy, stay for the R&B and Thursday night vibes. 🥂

📍 187 Allyn Street, Downtown Hartford
🌐 Reserve at TheRussellCT.com
📞 860-727-4014
📲

30+ and still outside. 😏🥂NOSTALGIA: 30 PLUS ONLY takes over The Russell this Saturday, August 29th with 90s to early 200...
08/25/2026

30+ and still outside. 😏🥂

NOSTALGIA: 30 PLUS ONLY takes over The Russell this Saturday, August 29th with 90s to early 2000s music all night. 🎶🔥

🎧 Music by DJ Ant Dowe + DJ Bigg Mann
🍽️ Food served till 12
🍹 Drink specials all night
💵 $10 before 11

📍 187 Allyn St, Hartford, CT

Sunday plans = brunch at The Russell 🥂☀️Join us Sunday, August 30th from 12PM–4PM for good food, mimosas, and music by D...
08/25/2026

Sunday plans = brunch at The Russell 🥂☀️

Join us Sunday, August 30th from 12PM–4PM for good food, mimosas, and music by DJ Fya + DJ Sluggy. 🌴🎶

📍 187 Allyn Street, Downtown Hartford
📞 860-727-4014
Reservations: TheRussellCT.com

COMEDY & R&B THURSDAYS 🎶😂Thursday nights are for good laughs, good music, and good vibes at The Russell. This week, Kenn...
08/23/2026

COMEDY & R&B THURSDAYS 🎶😂

Thursday nights are for good laughs, good music, and good vibes at The Russell. This week, Kenny Woo takes the stage! 🎤🔥

📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7PM
🎭 Showtime at 8PM

😂 Featured Comedian: Kenny Woo
🎤 Hosted by Big Regg
🎶 Music by DJ Fya

🍽️ Appetizer Specials
🍹 Drink Specials

Come for the comedy, stay for the R&B and Thursday night vibes. 🥂

📍 187 Allyn Street, Downtown Hartford
🌐 Reserve at TheRussellCT.com
📞 860-727-4014
📲

🖤🥂 BRUNCH IN BLACK 🥂🖤Today!! the theme is little black dress🖤👗Join us for DJ Sluggy’s Birthday Celebration Brunch with g...
08/23/2026

🖤🥂 BRUNCH IN BLACK 🥂🖤

Today!! the theme is little black dress🖤👗Join us for DJ Sluggy’s Birthday Celebration Brunch with good food, champagne, music, and all-black brunch vibes.

📅 Sunday, August 23, 2026
⏰ 12PM–5PM

🎶 Music by Germaine Frequency Stewart Fya 🇯🇲💫

Come dressed in black and ready to celebrate. 🖤✨

📍 187 Allyn Street, Downtown Hartford
🌐 Book at TheRussellCT.com
📞 860-727-4014
📲

Address

187 Allyn Street
Hartford, CT
06103

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 11pm
Wednesday 5pm - 10pm
Thursday 5pm - 11pm
Friday 5pm - 2am
Saturday 5pm - 2am
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+18607274014

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