Half Shell Raw - Florida Keys

#3 - Fast Food - Florida Keys, #14 - Seafood - Florida Keys, American

Half Shell Raw

Half Shell Raw
4.2 / 5 (18580 reviews)

Description

Set against a picturesque waterfront backdrop, this Key West restaurant offers a charming atmosphere and attentive service. However, the culinary experience is notably inconsistent. While some dishes like clam and beer-steamed shrimp resonate with flavor, others, such as poorly cleaned oysters and lackluster lobster rolls, leave diners underwhelmed. Service can be hit or miss, with reports of delays and even overlooked orders. Despite the disappointments, friendly staff and the vibrant ambiance provide a redeeming quality, making it a place worth considering—but perhaps only after careful menu selection.

Last update: 24.04.2026 from: Andres

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★ 4.2 / 5 from 18580 reviews
florence33-1
01.02.2023

We stopped here and so glad we made it! the raw bar is great, everything was super fresh. the personal was friendly and attentive. the best part of the entire experience was the fantastic atmosphere. super chill and fun.

yvonne-801
20.06.2018

Top to bottom very professional and attentive. Nice sized oysters a couple too large for my taste but my son had no problem w them. We had conch fritters which came w a nice key lime mustard sauce. Decent spice. Steamed shrimp was very good. Beer was cold. Food showed up quickly and staff was great. Checkers was cool too. Recommend.

elizabeth-2751
12.11.2017

Typical dive bar perfectly nestled on the boardwalk. Kids can feed fish while you enjoy it Rockefeller style! The conch ceviche is phenomenal. The staff is very friendly. If you sit at the bar talk to Bastardo and his oyster cracking master amigo.

andres-pedret
24.04.2026

Brought a grouper that I cought that day, they ask me how I wanted cooked, chose half batter fried and half blackened. It was one of the most delicious fish I've ever had. Came with 4 sides (2 sides per pound). Server was really friendly too.

mike-whitman-doctor5
24.04.2026

Drinks, raw oysters, coconut shrimp were delicious. Service was awesome. Definitely recommend

FAQ

Smoking is prohibited in this restaurant.

You can also enjoy gluten-free menus at the restaurant.

You can watch major sports events on a screen / TV right in the joint.

The place also takes credit cards from the common providers for payment.

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