Half Shell Oyster House

$$ • Cajun, Seafood, Southern

Hours:
109 Old Camp Rd Suite114, Lafayette
(337) 484-1120

About Half Shell Oyster House

Half Shell Oyster House serves delicious dishes like almond crusted chicken salad and oysters, which are always a popular choice. The restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a date night, with dim lighting and background music. Friendly and attentive service enhances the flavorful food, including the recommended Blueberry pomegranate infused sangria and Reddish with Crab and Shrimp. Guests have praised the bartenders, especially for their friendly conversation and impressive shaking skills, like with the Blueberry Martini. The food is consistently described as delicious, with standout options like the Key Lime Pie Martini and the Pecan Old Fashioned. Waitresses like Francé and Bailey are noted for their wonderful service and knowledge of the menu, making visits memorable. Highlights include the Argentina shrimp with New Orleans sauce and the crab claw, which many find divine. Overall, Half Shell Oyster House remains a favored spot for both new and returning customers looking for great food and a warm atmosphere, with many expressing their intent to return after fantastic experiences.

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Half Shell Oyster House Reviews

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Went for our lunch today while out in town and was very disappointed. We really wanted some good charbroiled oysters and got garbage instead. Our oysters were served to us luke warm and didn't look or taste "charbroiled" at all. The stuffing that came on top of mine was cold in the middle and the sauce that came with it on the side was cold as well. Ive never in my life been served cold cooked oysters! Absolutely disgusting. Won't be back. Years ago when I came everything was...read full review

loved the oysters and the service. Ask for Francè!!! Will be back again

I had the pleasure of being served & uplifted by the best bartender in town, right here at Half Shell Oyster, Ms. Krystal!!! I walked into HSO this evening with a heavy heart (lost my dad two days ago) and in no time we were laughing and sharing stories. Her friendly conversation and great shaking skills (blue berry martini) was refreshing! She's friendly, personable, and a great bartender all in one! I'll be back soon!!! Thank you Krystal & Keep Thriving! YOU HAVE MY...read full review

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Hours

Monday 11AM - 10PM
Tuesday 11AM - 10PM
Wednesday 11AM - 10PM
Thursday 11AM - 10PM
Friday 11AM - 11PM
Saturday 11AM - 11PM
Sunday 11AM - 10PM
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