Half Shell Oyster House
Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Gulfport
"Oysters Orleans and fried were very good!"(4 Tips)
"fried green tomatoes and crabcakes"(3 Tips)
"Royal Red shrimp was delicious!"(2 Tips)
"Filet New Orleans, Cheese Grits and Asparagus...THE BOMB!!"(3 Tips)
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Greg SchulzAugust 8, 2017Oysters Orleans were definitely worth trying. I rarely get dessert, but when it's cinnamon roll bread pudding, you kinda have to. Totally worth it, and it was actually just the right amount.
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Jay LJuly 23, 2012Best dinner I have had in YEARS! Oyster Orleans was amazing! The "Royal Reds" shrimp tasted just like lobster! Service was Excellent. We liked it so much we went back the next night!Upvote4Downvote
John ClarkApril 21, 2013Wonderful place to eat fine casual. Great drink selection, nice staff and service. Thank you for a wonderful experience. The Mahi Mahi has a wonderful salsa.Upvote4Downvote
Gabriel SwaidnerApril 8, 2017Gabriel Swaidner The best and freshest food in town they have the best service of anyone anywhere you will love this place!!! Gabriel swaidner
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Em Pinky DangJune 20, 2013Orleans oysters were delicious. Rockefeller was too cheesy and too much spinach for me though. Crab claws were the best I've had.
Upvote2Downvote- Donna RossNovember 14, 2015Oysters, of course. Royal Reds are always good. Try the fried green tomatoes and crabcakes, cause you can't go wrong.Upvote1Downvote
Amanda 🆒⚓️🚺May 30, 2011A nice and somewhat upscale place that has great food and service. This California girl recommends this place to those looking for a little bit of class and great food!!! Try the Oyster Sampler:)Upvote1Downvote
Wes StevensonSeptember 25, 2015I've never had a bad meal here. The oysters are especially good. The potato and sweet potato sides are excellentUpvoteDownvote
Holly CyrApril 16, 2014Traveling back and forth between New Orleans and Destin --- stopped here once and had@to return --oysters bienville--royal reds and voodoo shrimp---delish!UpvoteDownvote
Ginger W.January 11, 2011The Half Shell Salad is one of the best salads I have ever had. Seriously! Get it plain or with grilled shrimp or oysters. Also, the Bananas Foster Cheesecake is yummo!Upvote1Downvote
Megan HallApril 30, 2012Great service! Everything came out quickly and our waitress, Savanna, was really good. Not to mention that the food was excellent.Upvote1Downvote
Josh ModeJune 9, 2014Everyone should have the charbroiled oysters at least once. I guarantee you will come back for more!Upvote1Downvote- BrandonJuly 6, 2012Great atmosphere and food!! Daniele was great always checked on us food came out quick it was a great experience!!!UpvoteDownvote
- Doug WMay 30, 2016Chargrilled oysters are great. Ate here 4 times during a weeklong trip.UpvoteDownvote
uəɥdəʇs əɔɐdDecember 27, 2011Tempura battered asparagus drizzled with soy glaze served with wasabi ranch and sriracha chili sauce is the best ever!UpvoteDownvote
Scott ThornburgDecember 19, 2011Oh. My. God. Try the grilled asparagus with Gorgonzola butter. It's like a portal to food heaven.Upvote2Downvote
Residence Inn By MarriottMarch 2, 2012Amazing Food and Serice! One of our highly recommended restaurants that we offer to our hotel guests! :)UpvoteDownvote
Damien AndersonJanuary 28, 2014Food and beer was great!! Can't believe what downtown Gulfport has turned into. Good times.UpvoteDownvote
Always get some asparagus and fried okra. You're welcomeUpvoteDownvote
Audrey KimAugust 17, 2011The oyster's are delish and try the half shell bloody mary. It's AMAZING.UpvoteDownvote
- MichelleNacoleOctober 20, 2011Filet New Orleans, Cheese Grits and Asparagus...THE BOMB!!UpvoteDownvote
Delicios tempura battered asparagus and voodoo shrimp!UpvoteDownvote
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Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(228) 867-7001
Features
Reservations
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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