Mac and cheese was the best ive had in years…whoever made that needs a raise😂😂😂😂really really good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sean The Traveler
Surf and Turf – Where Jamaica Meets the Deep South on a Plate
Let me be real with you—Surf and Turf in Connecticut might just be one of the most underrated food gems in the entire Northeast. I walked in expecting good food. What I got was a cultural experience, Southern nostalgia, and Jamaican soul all in one visit.
Let’s start with the fried okra. Yes, fried okra—in Connecticut. I dare you to name another place in this whole state serving it. You can’t. Heck, I just came back from Alabama—home of fried okra royalty—and let me tell you: Surf and Turf’s fried okra could stand toe-to-toe with the best of the South. Crispy outside, tender inside, not greasy, and seasoned just right. This isn’t some novelty side dish; this is Southern legacy on a plate.
Then came the pink lemonade, and my goodness—you would swear Bob Marley was in the back singing live while they squeezed those lemons. It’s refreshing, bright, and perfectly sweet without tasting artificial. You sip it and suddenly feel like you’re on a porch somewhere in Kingston or Mobile—whichever one your soul needs.
But the real reason I pulled up? Fried shrimp. And let me tell you, they did not disappoint. The shrimp were golden, juicy, and bursting with flavor. But what took it to elite status? They make their own cocktail sauce. Let that sink in. If a spot sells fried shrimp but doesn’t make their own cocktail sauce, they’re just selling shrimp fingers—might as well serve you a hot dog. But Surf and Turf knows the game: cocktail sauce is the heartbeat of fried shrimp, and they got it pumping strong.
And the menu doesn’t stop there. They serve oxtails so tender they fall apart just from eye contact, fried and grilled fish, burgers, and other soul food staples. This place is Jamaican roots meets American soul in the best way possible. It’s not just a Jamaican restaurant—it’s what I’d call an All-American Black Soul Food Kitchen, representing both the Caribbean and the South with equal pride.
Every bite I had was absolutely delicious. From the seasoning to the service, this is the kind of restaurant that makes you feel like somebody’s auntie is in the back cooking with love, Marvin Gaye on the radio, and Caribbean spices floating in the air like incense.
If you’re in Connecticut—or even passing through—Surf and Turf is a must-visit. It’s not just food. It’s soul, memory, culture, and comfort on a plate.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brandi Burgess
Above and beyond. Yessss gp get you some food from there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steven Ayala
I drove all the way from New Britain, Connecticut to try their food. I had seen a video on instagram and had to give them a try. The food is amazing, the owner was nice and very helpful. She’s wasn’t like alot of business owners trying to rob you for your money. She explained how I can get a bang for my buck. That’s very rare, not many owner do that. The cooks in the back do an outstanding job. The portions are huge. I’ll definitely be back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
cyber 3930
was craving soul food and googled places near me while visiting New Haven today I was not disappointed everything I wanted was great, the Mac and cheese the fried fish the collard greens and the wings. I'll definitely be back again when I come out to the area the service was also pleasent she was kind and greeted me kindly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris Garza
10/10 everything cooked with love hidden gem highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Victoria Harris
Food was good and fresh
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nana
Owner is nice, but food is very overpriced for small portions omg.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Michellel Allen
The Georgia Hot was fried to death, the yams are canned, the fries were cold and the okra has flavor
Food: 1
Service: 1
Khaleel Kidd
Just found this place this week and this is my 3rd time coming. Definitely a hidden gem. Will be back in a couple days! lol
It did not give what needed to be gave! I ordered a fish plate And got a school lunch plate of fish. the rice was over cooked, gummy, clumped together, it tasted stale, the greens were a solid 6.5 out of 10 DECENT. The rest of the plate (fish, CANdied yams, yellow rice 3/10) I also ordered wings…. The food was so underwhelming, I didn’t even eat the wings. I think when it comes to the food the QUALITY can surely be improved. This was a 35$ dollar plate . Not worth it. I’ve paid more for actual good food elsewhere and was satisfied. Not here tho
UPDATE: I ate the wings yall. They was fire! I added another star to my review! The wings were the right texture, and taste. Will order the wings again. Not the surf just the turf
Sam Douglas
Sad, sad sad 6 Shrimp 4 piece's of fish & frie $22.50 never again should have known better when there's no customers on Friday afternoon garbage
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Lincoln Carroll
I ordered food online. We ordered a Surf N Turf Ice Tea and got Hawaiian Punch instead. Half of the order was stuff that we didn't ask for, nor were we informed would be included because the online menu lacks descriptions for the food. When I was called to confirm the order, they mistook me for a woman, and I had to get one of my female friends to get the food as we stood out in the rain, otherwise we would not have received it. This was less than 30 seconds after I told the delivery driver that I would come outside to get my food. Furthermore we ordered half honey barbecue wings and half teriyaki, and only received teriyaki. The food was decent and the sides were better than the main courses, but overall not worth the price. Perhaps there is a reason why this restaurant has changed ownership three times in the past 5 years.
Food: 3
Service: 2
chanton stevenson
Today was my first time coming to this restaurant and this is the best seafood I have had since moving to ct. I will definitely be back.
Mac and cheese was the best ive had in years…whoever made that needs a raise😂😂😂😂really really good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Surf and Turf – Where Jamaica Meets the Deep South on a Plate
Let me be real with you—Surf and Turf in Connecticut might just be one of the most underrated food gems in the entire Northeast. I walked in expecting good food. What I got was a cultural experience, Southern nostalgia, and Jamaican soul all in one visit.
Let’s start with the fried okra. Yes, fried okra—in Connecticut. I dare you to name another place in this whole state serving it. You can’t. Heck, I just came back from Alabama—home of fried okra royalty—and let me tell you: Surf and Turf’s fried okra could stand toe-to-toe with the best of the South. Crispy outside, tender inside, not greasy, and seasoned just right. This isn’t some novelty side dish; this is Southern legacy on a plate.
Then came the pink lemonade, and my goodness—you would swear Bob Marley was in the back singing live while they squeezed those lemons. It’s refreshing, bright, and perfectly sweet without tasting artificial. You sip it and suddenly feel like you’re on a porch somewhere in Kingston or Mobile—whichever one your soul needs.
But the real reason I pulled up? Fried shrimp. And let me tell you, they did not disappoint. The shrimp were golden, juicy, and bursting with flavor. But what took it to elite status? They make their own cocktail sauce. Let that sink in. If a spot sells fried shrimp but doesn’t make their own cocktail sauce, they’re just selling shrimp fingers—might as well serve you a hot dog. But Surf and Turf knows the game: cocktail sauce is the heartbeat of fried shrimp, and they got it pumping strong.
And the menu doesn’t stop there. They serve oxtails so tender they fall apart just from eye contact, fried and grilled fish, burgers, and other soul food staples. This place is Jamaican roots meets American soul in the best way possible. It’s not just a Jamaican restaurant—it’s what I’d call an All-American Black Soul Food Kitchen, representing both the Caribbean and the South with equal pride.
Every bite I had was absolutely delicious. From the seasoning to the service, this is the kind of restaurant that makes you feel like somebody’s auntie is in the back cooking with love, Marvin Gaye on the radio, and Caribbean spices floating in the air like incense.
If you’re in Connecticut—or even passing through—Surf and Turf is a must-visit. It’s not just food. It’s soul, memory, culture, and comfort on a plate.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Above and beyond. Yessss gp get you some food from there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I drove all the way from New Britain, Connecticut to try their food. I had seen a video on instagram and had to give them a try. The food is amazing, the owner was nice and very helpful. She’s wasn’t like alot of business owners trying to rob you for your money. She explained how I can get a bang for my buck. That’s very rare, not many owner do that. The cooks in the back do an outstanding job. The portions are huge. I’ll definitely be back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
was craving soul food and googled places near me while visiting New Haven today I was not disappointed everything I wanted was great, the Mac and cheese the fried fish the collard greens and the wings. I'll definitely be back again when I come out to the area the service was also pleasent she was kind and greeted me kindly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
10/10 everything cooked with love
hidden gem highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was good and fresh
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Owner is nice, but food is very overpriced for small portions omg.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
The Georgia Hot was fried to death, the yams are canned, the fries were cold and the okra has flavor
Food: 1
Service: 1
Just found this place this week and this is my 3rd time coming. Definitely a hidden gem. Will be back in a couple days! lol
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Found this place on google and food was amazing! Food was ready fast & customer service was amazing. Definitely will be returning 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fries, Wings, Flounder, Chicken Wings
It did not give what needed to be gave! I ordered a fish plate And got a school lunch plate of fish. the rice was over cooked, gummy, clumped together, it tasted stale, the greens were a solid 6.5 out of 10 DECENT. The rest of the plate (fish, CANdied yams, yellow rice 3/10) I also ordered wings…. The food was so underwhelming, I didn’t even eat the wings. I think when it comes to the food the QUALITY can surely be improved. This was a 35$ dollar plate . Not worth it. I’ve paid more for actual good food elsewhere and was satisfied. Not here tho
UPDATE: I ate the wings yall. They was fire! I added another star to my review! The wings were the right texture, and taste. Will order the wings again. Not the surf just the turf
Sad, sad sad 6 Shrimp 4 piece's of fish & frie $22.50 never again should have known better when there's no customers on Friday afternoon garbage
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I ordered food online. We ordered a Surf N Turf Ice Tea and got Hawaiian Punch instead. Half of the order was stuff that we didn't ask for, nor were we informed would be included because the online menu lacks descriptions for the food. When I was called to confirm the order, they mistook me for a woman, and I had to get one of my female friends to get the food as we stood out in the rain, otherwise we would not have received it. This was less than 30 seconds after I told the delivery driver that I would come outside to get my food. Furthermore we ordered half honey barbecue wings and half teriyaki, and only received teriyaki. The food was decent and the sides were better than the main courses, but overall not worth the price. Perhaps there is a reason why this restaurant has changed ownership three times in the past 5 years.
Food: 3
Service: 2
Today was my first time coming to this restaurant and this is the best seafood I have had since moving to ct. I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fries, Onion Rings
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