The server Israel is amazing. The food is always good. I've been eating here for over 10 years or however, long they have been open and I tell my husband all the time they are always consistent and delicious. Get the sweet potatoes and the oysters on the half shell are perfect. read more

Super yummy!! I loved the cheese crumbles on the sandwich--it paired nicely with the crunch of the fried chicken. Our waiter was okay because she was helping us while also bartending. Overall the staff was very friendly though. Definitely a cool spot with yummy food. A bit expensive though. read more

Half Shell Oyster House - Chicken sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Gulfport, Mississippi

Enjoyed a great lunch here. Wendelin was our server and she was awesome. As always, loved the half shell salad and shrimp po boy. Come hungry and enjoy the ambience. read more

Half Shell Oyster House - Fried Shrimp Po-Boy - Seafood Near Me - Gulfport, Mississippi

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Half Shell Oyster House - Gulfport, MS This place is an absolute gem! I stopped in recently and was completely wowed by both the food and the experience. Creole Harvest Oysters (Seasonal Special) These were next-level delicious...Gulf oysters baked with a savory seafood and cornbread dressing packed with blue crab, Gulf shrimp, and crawfish, all topped with a rich Tasso ham hollandaise. It was like Thanksgiving had a dance party in my mouth. Decadent, soulful, and perfectly balanced. If this special is still on the menu, don't miss it! Triple Steak Cheeseburger A juicy blend of ground chuck, brisket, and short rib, grilled to perfection and topped with melty Provolone on a soft brioche bun. I added mushrooms and onions, and it was everything...moist, flavorful, and downright crave-worthy. Overall The service was warm, the atmosphere inviting, and every bite felt like a celebration. I highly recommend Half Shell Oyster House and will definitely be back! read more

The food, of course, was awesome...we started with a couple oyster samplers...that ALWAYS sets the tone...so good!!! It seemed everyone got a little something different, from fried shrimp to catfish Loumes (totally misspelled). I had the Margarita Grouper...exquisite!!! Our server was beyond attentive but not bothersome..just seemed to show up at the right time every-time. I think his name was David. The whole place also just FELT right...not too noisy, and though it was packed, it didn't seem 'busy'. Just an amazing trip. Will definitely be back. read more

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Food is outstanding and service is the best!! I can't say enough about this restaurant. I have always enjoyed the atmosphere and ambiance of this restaurant. read more

Terrific food, server was a little rude. Seemed very distracted and it wasn't that busy.

The manager was not nice and seemed very irrational when asked if we can sit with out party. It was an extra table beside our party and the reason we couldn't is because we already sat down at the current table which killed the mood entirely I felt like we was not asking for much. ruined our experience read more

Service was great and the oysters chargrilled some the best as were the Quesadillas with ribeye and filet Thank you lacy for great servi read more

Half Shell Oyster House - Char grilled oysters - Seafood Near Me - Gulfport, Mississippi

Been many times. Always excellent. It was my mother's favorite. No matter what else, you should not miss the char-grilled oysters.

Hands down the absolutely best place to eat in Gulfport! I have ate here for years. And I've never been disappointed.

The Food was super fresh and absolutely divine, and came out super fast and every plate was hot to the touch coming out. The restaurant itself was super clean and had an amazing atmosphere great for any event and reasonably priced. My waitress was Stevie and she was an angel super quick and amazing service she had great recommendations and checked on me all night 10/10 read more

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This once delicious restaurant has taken a nose dive and has followed the curse of too many too fast where quality dives. Our raw oysters were murdered by the shucker, but we don't complain. Their sizes were all over the place and not worth a dime each. Crab cake should be called something else, definitely not the right description. Crab Shrimp Gratin? How can these restaurants mess up the delicious ingredients as this! Make me understand. Service was good however, the staff a friendly bunch. We had French dip that was delicious! Why can't quality and taste rise with the menu prices ??? And clean bathrooms! Please don't blame COVID. read more

The oysters here are phenomenal. We never have to wait too long and their servers are always attentive.

I've never left a poor review, however I can't help but feel such disappointment after our experience at half shell oyster house. Our server was wonderful.. however, my girlfriend and I will never be back. The quality of food is absolutely horrendous. Appears to be frozen food heated up and the smoked tuna dip tasted like a buffalo flavored tuna snack pack. The bread is like styrofoam, but they do provide a significant amount of packaged crackers. The presentation was nothing above a lunch-able and the taste... unforgivable. We sent back two oyster orders and boxed our food immediately. It was $100 for two persons. Will never be back. read more

Half Shell Oyster House - Seafood Near Me - Gulfport, Mississippi

Oyster sampler was delicious, as was the crawfish, crab and corn bisque. Also highly recommend triple chocolate martini! Cool ambience with oysters roasting over the fire and outstanding service. The place wasn't very crowded but it was a Monday night. read more

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Great food. Great service! Great downtown Gulfport location. My favorite is oyster on the half shell and their on tap selection. Great menu with something for everyone. Definitely a go-to spot. read more

I went with a large group and the restaurant was very accommodating, even last minute. The atmosphere inside is really nice, the wait staff/greeters were very friendly and efficient, and the food was delicious. I don't eat much seafood, so I ordered a different dish which was really good! I can't remember the exact name but it was like a dish of chicken Alfredo with noodles. For my side I chose the sweet potato soufflé which was amazing! The staff also worked with me to let me order my mail meal while others were ordering appetizers. I would highly recommend Half Shell Ouster House for your dining while in Gulfport. read more

Half Shell Oyster House - Yellow fin tuna - Seafood Near Me - Gulfport, Mississippi

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The food was amazing!! All 5 of us loved our food. My only complaint was it was freeeeezing in the restaurant. It made the experience less than ideal. We were all shivering (coming from MN that says a lot). read more

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Half Shell Oyster House in Gulfport, Mississippi, is celebrated for its Gulf oysters and Southern hospitality. Guests commend the flavorful dishes and the friendly, efficient service, with staff members often enhancing the dining experience. ​ read more

Half Shell Oyster House - Seafood Near Me - Gulfport, Mississippi

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Amazing place!!! The sampler of the different oysters was delicious. Service was excellent and the atmosphere was fantastic!! We will be back when we are back in the area. read more

There are so many great things to say about this place. The food is amazing. I'm Not really even an oyster person , but the chargrilled oysters are awesome. I was there with my family for my 60th birthday. Larry, our server, was amazing!!! read more

Our group of 4 visited Half Shell on a Monday evening, and can't say enough about the great experience. The staff and service were tremendous, and the food was great! We tried the oysters, gumbo, stuffed portobello and the shrimp. All were excellent!! Planning a return trip before we leave town. Strongly recommend dinner here! read more

This is by far the best service we've ever gotten! And the absolute best food! This place is so gorgeous in the inside! Cannot brave enough! We stopped in here to eat dinner while visiting for a wedding! Will absolutely come back next time we are in town! read more

Great oysters. Great staff. Love the specialty drinks. Sitting at the oyster bar is always fun.

Food great! Service fine! Responsive to our request for large group! One of our favorite places for oysters.

We ate here Friday night. We waited about 20 minutes for a table. Server was great. The gumbo was ok. The baked oysters pretty good. My wife loved here quesadillas. Atmosphere was nice but loud. read more

Always great service and good food. Their margaritas are my favorite in town. The redfish is amazing as well as the ribeye.

We love this place!!! Chargrilled oysters, shrimp, seafood pot pie and sweet potato creme brûlée. Best dinner on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Server was spot on. She was so nice and pleasant. The restaurant is very quaint and comfortable. read more

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Stopped in for a quick bite and a beer. Erin was our bartender she was funny and helpful. We never waited for anything. Best tuna dip we have had in a LONGtime! Oysters were delicious as well. Restaurant is well kept and clean. read more

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My family loves the Half Shell. We make sure to find time to stop and eat anytime we are close by! Food and service are always top notch.

Gulfport Half Shell is an absolute staple when coming down to the MS coast. Everything is carefully prepared, service is always on point, and the food is great. The ambiance is awesome for either a relaxed touristy dinner or a business dinner with a big group. Could not recommend this place more. If you're picky about everything, just move on from this review because I tend to be fairly laid back and was a server way back in the day, so I appreciate the little things. read more

I decided to dine because I was in the mood for seafood. I'm glad I did! I came in right before happy hour and I was one of the only customers there. I decided to sit at the bar. The bartender was nice and attentive. I ordered the crab dip and fried shrimp platter. Everything came out hot and fresh. The fried shrimp were the star, seasoned and fried perfectly! I definitely got my fix! read more

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