Half Shell Oyster House

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2325 University Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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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Ryan P.
1/11/2026

I'm so glad we have a good seafood spot in Tuscaloosa! Honestly, I'm from Destin, FL, and it's hard to trust inland seafood restaurants. But Half Shell pulls it off! (Try Chuck's, too!) If I had...

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David E.
12/27/2025

'Twas the night after Christmas, and all through the city, not a creature was stirring--not even the patrons. Being a local has its advantages, and on nights like this, we pretty much have the...

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April K.
11/14/2025

Service was a bit slow but pleasant. We started with the oyster sampler. Just get it. Yum. Then I had the corn, crawfish something chowder or bisque and half shell salad. Also just get it. Yum....

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Eric C.
9/27/2025

Amazing meal, even better drinks. Great service & atmosphere. Perfect place to eat and enjoy a night downtown, or for a gameday.

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Lee W.
10/24/2025

This establishment is not dog friendly! As soon as we walk in the rude manager couldn't shove us out the door fast enough.

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