Crispy Fried Fish Sandwiches Anchor a 1992 Harlem Staple
Crispy fried fish sandwiches and Southern sides anchor a longtime Harlem staple.
🐟 The Fish Comes First
At A Taste of Seafood, the plate leans into Harlem comfort food, with fried fish served between two slices of bread. The fish comes in a generous, non greasy portion, with creamy mac and cheese, collards, and yams around it.
The kitchen keeps late hours Tuesday through Friday, opening at 11 AM and running until 3 AM. Saturday follows a noon to 3 AM schedule, Sunday runs from noon to 8 PM, and Monday is closed. That schedule gives 1980 3rd Avenue a clear late meal window, with daytime service on the weekend.
The fish is the clearest draw, while the sides bring more variation. The mac and cheese tends to find fans, while some diners find the collards and yams bland. Start with the sandwich, then add a side if you are in the mood to compare the plate. The storefront sits on 3rd Avenue, and the food arrives in a straightforward takeout style that matches the casual setting.
