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Half Shell Oyster House

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324 reviews
+1 (205) 860-7001
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2325 University Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
+1 (205) 860-7001
https://www.halfshelloysterhouse.com
Half Shell offers delicious southern cuisine with a New Orleans flair. The menu consists of fresh local oysters and seafood, steaks, monthly specials, pasta dishes, a full bar with craft cocktails, and more. Mimicking a French Quarter atmosphere, the restaurant décor includes stained glass, wrought iron railings, local artist murals, exhibition-style oyster grilling bar, and period architecture and light fixtures.

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Linda L.
6/12/2025

Nice restaurant. The top shelf LI Teas, perfectly prepared. The oysters were small and salty exactly as I like them. I normally visit the restaurant twice a month. Get there early on game weekends...

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Jenni B.
4/12/2025

We waited an hour for a table for 5 on a Friday night. The online waitlist feature was not working so we couldn't add our names in advance. We were fine to wait and headed inside once we were...

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Matt F.
3/10/2025

The food was good and service was great. The baked oysters and hush puppies were a great start but I have to admit the Redfish Orleans was pretty oily. The food was good although very heavy.

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Sarah P.
4/12/2025

Great spot in Tuscaloosa. We were here on business and it came highly recommended. I am gluten free and the menu was clearly marked but I was also easily able to make modifications and the waiter...

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Jeff A.
3/4/2025

Food was awesome. Love the environment and ambience!! I was pleased with how it's a great value! Definitely will be back often.

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