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Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 881 New Britain Ave, Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: (860) 308-2393
Website: https://the881grabandgo.com/
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Reviews
Rowda Vik
This hidden gem!! Outstanding service! Thank you Gabriel for bringing the taste of the Caribbean with some Philly flare. We came here to try the famous Cheyney Fish Sandwich, let me tell you, you did not disappoint! Delicious, perfectly fried whiting with a purple slaw that was well seasoned, to top it off, it was on the best, YES, the best coco bread! The Oxtail Cheesesteak was cooked to perfection. Along with the sandwiches, we ordered a beef patty, curry patty and veggie patty, also tasty. They don’t serve pork, and their meat is Halal. We will definitely be back to this little gem.
… moreamiyah hampton
This was my first time here and Service was really great, the cashier gave me a mini sample of there vegetarian food that they had in store and it was really good. I got the brown stew chicken with the rice and peas and cabbage and plantains. My bf got the fried fish sandwich and it was really great, nice and fresh !
… moreTrue Marie
Came here in the afternoon today and it was definitely a vibe. Good music, Good service, and good food. Love the positive attitude which is rare these days in customer service so I def appreciated that the most. I had the jerk chicken steak and cheese, side of oxtail, and OMG THE Cheyney sandwich was SOOOOO GOOD definitely coming back ‼️‼️
… moreJulian Budhoo
Definitely a spot I’d recommend & will return too again! Cheyney Fish sandwich is for sure my top choice
… moreOscar Rivera
Delicious food and amazing customer service. I tried the Jerk chicken Cheesesteak and the Oxtail empanada, both 10 out of 10. I’ll be back here soon!
… moreJowillia152
Im Stationed in Groton and got word 881 had the best Fish sandwich in CT. Not only did I get Amazing food but I was greeted by the owner Gabriel who’s a Philly native like myself and attended my alma master’s rival school. Good food good vibes not what I expect and im glad I did
… moreJanay Blackington
When I tell you hurry and get you a plate of this good food I mean runnn!! I cant believe there isnt a line out the door and around the corner. I ordered the brown stew chicken with cabbage and spicy rice it was absolutely AMAZING!! the chicken was just fallen off the bone and the flavors was on point soo freaking good. And my husband had gotten a fish sandwich…let me tell you I dont really eat fish like at all,but when I took a bite of his sandwich I was like WOWW that is soo good to the point that I would order that sandwich for myself. The oxtail empanada was really good as well especially with that dipping sauce…our food was really chefs kiss❤️Even though I live an hour away I will definitely be driving back just to go there and get their food! I cant wait to try other food on their menu!!!
… moreAngie Peck
I drive by 881 Grab & Go weekly BUT I was craving fish and my friend told me about 881. We went. We left happy and wanting one of everything.
We were pleasantly greeted by a nice young woman. The restaurant does not have a dining area because it’s Grab & Go but there was plenty to see and do while we waited. The restaurant has a very chill vibe. The decor is modern, hip and full of artwork! It’s very inviting, clean and tidy but packed with so much to see. There’s two arcade games you can play for free; which we did because it was fun. There’s two chess boards and other things as well. They have an outside patio area for nicer weather but it was rainy today.
We couldn’t decide if we should get the Cheyney fish sandwich on potato bread or coco bread so we got both. The potato bread is a round roll that held the fully packed sandwich together. It had two layers of meaty fried fish; perfectly crispy outside and soft, moist tenderness inside. It had 881 aioli with pickled purple cabbage, lettuce and cheese. The purple cabbage not only added flavor and texture but it gave a beautiful presentation as well. We were speechless after our first bite. There are no words to justify a perfect fish sandwich. Simply no words at all. You’ve got to see our video on IG to fully understand what the BEST fish sandwich did to us. I didn’t do a “double back bite” because I was impatiently dying to try it on coco bread. Now, coco bread won between the two types of bread. This must be what Heaven tastes like because I did a “double back bite” and I couldn’t stop until it was gone. Gabriel, the owner, came out mid review and I wanted to give this stranger a hug but I was too busy eating my Cheyney sandwich. His personality and kindness truly made me feel very comfortable and welcomed. He generously gave us jollof rice, butter beans, black beans and cabbage to try. I devoured everything! I do not like beans but the butter beans were fantastic. Jollof rice was flavorful. If this is how vegans eat, I can be vegan (maybe); but I’d try going vegan for this amazing food.
I saw a staff member put together a to-go container of oxtail, rice and peas with cabbage and I wanted that too! Everything smelled so delicious and looked so good but I was on a mini food tour today so I had to pace myself. However, I will be back for more very soon!!!
Our sandwich came with chips and cake from Philly. One meal was about $15; totally affordable and worth every cent.
I rarely give 5 stars because if you don’t deserve it, you’re not getting it. 881 gets 5 stars! They earned it and definitely deserve it. They serve up delicious island flavors with lots of positivity and beautiful smiles.
Thank you, 881 for a wonderful experience and making my day. You’ll be seeing me soon. Keep doing your thing. Yahmeen!!! ❤️
… moreWe were pleasantly greeted by a nice young woman. The restaurant does not have a dining area because it’s Grab & Go but there was plenty to see and do while we waited. The restaurant has a very chill vibe. The decor is modern, hip and full of artwork! It’s very inviting, clean and tidy but packed with so much to see. There’s two arcade games you can play for free; which we did because it was fun. There’s two chess boards and other things as well. They have an outside patio area for nicer weather but it was rainy today.
We couldn’t decide if we should get the Cheyney fish sandwich on potato bread or coco bread so we got both. The potato bread is a round roll that held the fully packed sandwich together. It had two layers of meaty fried fish; perfectly crispy outside and soft, moist tenderness inside. It had 881 aioli with pickled purple cabbage, lettuce and cheese. The purple cabbage not only added flavor and texture but it gave a beautiful presentation as well. We were speechless after our first bite. There are no words to justify a perfect fish sandwich. Simply no words at all. You’ve got to see our video on IG to fully understand what the BEST fish sandwich did to us. I didn’t do a “double back bite” because I was impatiently dying to try it on coco bread. Now, coco bread won between the two types of bread. This must be what Heaven tastes like because I did a “double back bite” and I couldn’t stop until it was gone. Gabriel, the owner, came out mid review and I wanted to give this stranger a hug but I was too busy eating my Cheyney sandwich. His personality and kindness truly made me feel very comfortable and welcomed. He generously gave us jollof rice, butter beans, black beans and cabbage to try. I devoured everything! I do not like beans but the butter beans were fantastic. Jollof rice was flavorful. If this is how vegans eat, I can be vegan (maybe); but I’d try going vegan for this amazing food.
I saw a staff member put together a to-go container of oxtail, rice and peas with cabbage and I wanted that too! Everything smelled so delicious and looked so good but I was on a mini food tour today so I had to pace myself. However, I will be back for more very soon!!!
Our sandwich came with chips and cake from Philly. One meal was about $15; totally affordable and worth every cent.
I rarely give 5 stars because if you don’t deserve it, you’re not getting it. 881 gets 5 stars! They earned it and definitely deserve it. They serve up delicious island flavors with lots of positivity and beautiful smiles.
Thank you, 881 for a wonderful experience and making my day. You’ll be seeing me soon. Keep doing your thing. Yahmeen!!! ❤️
Katherine Rodriguez
My boyfriend and I decided to try this Caribbean spot after finding a Groupon and reading some solid reviews. The place is small, but the vibe was good—music playing, friendly faces, and the man at the front (possibly the owner) had a great, positive energy. He even gave us a couple of free samples while we waited, which we appreciated.
I really wanted to love this place, but unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to the experience. I ordered the oxtail, which I was excited about, but it ended up being really bland—we didn’t even finish it. But the bigger issue came with my boyfriend’s Philly cheesesteak sandwich. As soon as we sat down in the park to eat, he found a hair in it. He was already upset, but tried to give it another shot with the second half (since it was cut)—only to find *another* hair a few bites in. That completely ruined the meal for him.
I truly wanted to leave a glowing review because the staff was kind, and I respect the mission and spirit of supporting Black-owned businesses. But for a food business to thrive, hygiene and consistent flavor are non-negotiable. I hope this was just a one-time slip, because the hospitality is there—but unfortunately, our experience was more wasteful and disappointing than enjoyable.
… moreI really wanted to love this place, but unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to the experience. I ordered the oxtail, which I was excited about, but it ended up being really bland—we didn’t even finish it. But the bigger issue came with my boyfriend’s Philly cheesesteak sandwich. As soon as we sat down in the park to eat, he found a hair in it. He was already upset, but tried to give it another shot with the second half (since it was cut)—only to find *another* hair a few bites in. That completely ruined the meal for him.
I truly wanted to leave a glowing review because the staff was kind, and I respect the mission and spirit of supporting Black-owned businesses. But for a food business to thrive, hygiene and consistent flavor are non-negotiable. I hope this was just a one-time slip, because the hospitality is there—but unfortunately, our experience was more wasteful and disappointing than enjoyable.
Remena Shaw
My husband and I really enjoyed our meals here! It’s hard to find vegetarian food that’s seasoned this well, but they nailed it — the vegan chili was especially on point. The whole place has a warm, welcoming feel, and you can tell it’s a proud family-owned spot. I can’t wait to come back and try more of their plant-based options. Highly recommend!
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