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Russell's

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Convivial owner Russell Hodge had the brilliant idea of restoring a part of Ft. James, with its glorious views of the bay and headlands, and converting it into a semi-alfresco eatery. Jazz and reggae on the sound system (live music Friday and Sunday, with open mike Monday), beamed ceilings, cool canvases of musical instruments in fevered Fauvist hues, and red or black hurricane lamps lend a romantic aura to the stone-and-wood terrace. The limited menu—local specialties emphasizing seafood—includes fabulous chunky conch fritters and whelks in garlic butter. Sadly, Russell passed in March 2011, but his daughter Danielle maintains the tradition. Russell's sister Faye co-owns Papa Zouk, and sister Valerie runs Shirley Heights Lookout; the Hodges might well be Antigua's first family of food.

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  • Closed Tues. No lunch Sun.
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    Sunday Jazz

    This still is the place to be on the West coast on Sunday night. The setting is congenial with locals and tourists mixing and enjoying very good music, beverages and a lovely historical setting. Russell is a kind and friendly proprietor.

    by caribchakita, 9/14/08

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