Half Shell Oyster House

The first one opened in the summer of 2009 in Downtown Gulfport, MS and the second in Downtown Biloxi, MS. The charbroiled oysters are legendary and the atmosphere will make you feel like youve stepped back in time. Located in the historic Kremer building in downtown Gulfport, the Half Shell or Oyster House, as locals have abbreviated it, serves the Southern delicacy freshly shucked on the half shell, charbroiled over an open flame, BBQ, Rockefeller and Bienville. We expanded to Florida in 2012 with the opening of our Sarasota, FL restaurant. Our fourth location opened in Hattiesburg, MS, in February 2013 and our fifth location opened in Mobile, AL in June of 2014. Since we have opened a location in the Hard Rock Casino in Biloxi, MS in January 2015 and Flowood, MS in September 2015. In January 2016 we opened our second Alabama location in Spanish Fort and October 2016 we opened in Lafayette, LA, our first in Louisiana! Our most recent location opened in late May 2017 in Destin, FL. Our oysters are outstanding, but if youre not in the mood for oysters, Half Shell has a vast menu with something for everyone, lunch or dinner. Start your meal with New Orleans style BBQ Shrimp or a Seafood Stuffed Portabella. The Half Shell Salad with avocado, goat cheese and toasted almonds is great paired with a cup of gumbo. We feature daily and monthly specials utilizing locally caught fresh fish and seafood. The burgers, poboys and sandwiches are all good too. Or, try one of our steak or chicken creations like the Chicken Half Shell with Alfredo sauce, sundried tomatoes, capers and artichoke hearts. Seafood specialties include classic Shrimp and Grits and hearty Seafood Pot Pie. Whatever you choose, itll be served with warm Southern hospitality in a unique atmosphere that complements the food. Exposed brick walls, wrought iron railings, unique French Quarter lighting and architecture frame the room. Each location offers a beautiful and unique setting for your dining exp