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Half Shell Oyster House

3.9 (525 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Oysters. Char Grilled.  One so big I couldn't swallow it!
Adam H.

Not sure this is the place for me! Actually, just kidding, I'm sure that it isn't. I'll just leave this here in case any versions of future Adam decide to get daring and eat here again. I have been to the one in Gulfport and found it lackluster. I thought maybe it was a one off fluke, as everyone pumped it up so much, I was unimpressed completely. Tried this one in Flowood, and I was even less impressed. I had some kind of sampler with chargrilled oysters, shrimp, crab cakes, and some other fried foods. The oysters were full of shell bits and one was so big I didn't even try to eat it. Factory fries, factory Hushpuppies, along with some foreign fried ball that I thought was a Hushpuppy. Eww. What was that?!?!? Just no! Not sure what it is about Madison County and bad restaurants. I feel sorry for the residents here. Poor things, bless their little hearts. There are only three places I have eaten in KidRockVille that are worth even eating. Elvie's, Walker's Drive In, and Pulito Osteria. That's it.... I'll take all other suggestions please! I frequent the city a good bit and like to eat good food. My list of no's just keeps growing!! My server was really nice and tried to warn me on my food choices. I should have listened. She brought the deuces for them! '25 - 48/111

Coco runner

Thank you Angelo for your superb service tonight. My husband and I were looking for a place with great appetizers and drinks. You were very attentive, easy to talk to and made our experience delightful.

Tanae S.

At my old stomping grounds! Reviewing as I go! The host was very polite & there was no wait although the parking lot was full. Austin is my waiter today. He was super speedy with my beverageand so far has been very knowledgeable about the menu. I ordered the orleans oysters. They were a bit over cooked today but still delicious. A Caesar side salad and the sweet potato side with a pot pie topper. It was wonderful. Will be back

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Rebecca L.

I didn't have high expectations, but thought it would be at least as good as Copeland's since it's a local franchise. The best thing I had was the salad which was very fresh. The fish was a little "off", meaning it tasted kind of old. The stuffing on top was overly salty as well. My husband let me have one of his shrimp (which looked gorgeous), but tasted like it was straight out of a bag.

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In person, these nachos are amazing!!!! They taste great! But the fact that I had this order to go and it looked like this is crazy. It's disappointing! The food here is great, but for $17 for an order to go, this ain't it.

Kyarra W.

Food was amazing!! Didn't get a chance to sit down but the front staff brought my food out quickly. Ambiance is always really nice upscale vibes!

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Love this place absolutely amazing atmosphere and great food! Service always is there for you to help with anything!

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3 years ago

I ate at the bar. The chargrilled oysters were excellent and the service was very good.

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Lauren N.

That's great to hear! Thank you for sharing your feedback, Barbara.

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Good food, and service. Love there stuffed red fish and there ribeye steaks. They are always busy , so you might want to get there early.

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Great customer service good food and drinks and so well taken care of I would highly recommend coming here 10/10

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I absolutely love this place. Oyster Orleans and original chargrilled are my favorite with a glass of pinot noir.

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Great food and great service always! The food is always fresh, served hot, and very tasty. The grilled redfish is delicious!

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Great atmosphere, great service, and quality food. Will be back for sure. The royal red shrimp when in season are fantastic

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One of my favorite restaurants of all time! You need to try the Filet Orleans medium rare. Can't wait to go again!

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Love this place. The oyster sampler is always a great meal. Try to visit it whenever I'm in the area.

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