Half Shell Oyster House Spanish Fort Menu
Introducing the Menu at Half Shell Oyster House Spanish Fort
Nestled in Spanish Fort, Alabama, Half Shell Oyster House offers a sumptuous seafood dining experience renowned for its warmth and exceptional service. As guests step in, they're greeted by a friendly staff dedicated to providing a memorable outing. The menu is a treasure trove of coastal flavors, boasting highlights such as the fresh oysters, the flavorful Redfish Orleans, and the comforting Seafood Pot Pie.
- Fresh Seafood: A family favorite, celebrated for its quality and taste.
- Vibrant Atmosphere: Perfect for both casual family nights and special occasions.
- Impeccable Service: From the attentive staff to memorable moments by the bar, every visit feels special.
Whether indulging in delectable appetizers or sipping on crafted cocktails, guests rave about their experiences, making this gem a must-visit in the area.
Oysters
Oyster Sampler
The Best of the Best! Three of each Charbroiled Oysters, Oysters Bienville, Oysters Rockefeller and Oysters Orleans.
Charbroiled Oysters
Half Shell's signature oysters! Charbroiled over an open flame with our unique white wine, butter, garlic and herb sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Oysters Orleans
Half Shell's Award Winning oysters! Charbroiled over an open flame and basted with our New Orleans style smoky Cajun sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Chef Special Oysters
Our Oysters Bienville topped with our signature Orleans sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Oysters Bienville
Topped with an herb, mushroom, crab, Gulf shrimp, bacon and Italian bread crumb mixture. Baked with Parmesan cheese.
Oysters Rockefeller
Topped with fresh spinach, cream cheese, herbs and Pernod, Baked with Parmesan cheese.
Hand-Shucked Gulf Oysters on the Half Shell
Fried Green Tomatoes & Crab Cakes
Fried green tomatoes layered with blue crab cakes. Topped with crab ravigotte, green onions and diced tomatoes.
Royal Reds
Peel and eat Cajun boiled, large Royal Reds served with hot drawn butter.
Fried Crab Claws
Crab claws hand-breaded and fried golden. Served with cocktail sauce. Or have them sauteed Orleans or Charbroiled!
Orleans Snow Crab Claws
Snow crab claws sauteed in our Orleans sauce. Served with hot drawn butter. Or try our Charbroiled sauce!
Crab and Shrimp Dip
A delightful combination of Gulf shrimp, crabmeat and cheese. Topped with a Parmesan, herb and panko crust and green onions.
Smoked Yellowfin Tuna Dip
Homemade with Yellowfin tuna and creole seasonings. Topped with green onions and diced tomatoes.
Rockefeller Artichoke Dip
Our homemade Rockefeller packed with diced artichoke hearts and a five cheese blend.
Hushpuppies
Jalapeno hushpuppies fried crispy and served with our homemade honey butter.
Starters
Seafood
Seafood Stuffed Portabellas
Grilled portabella mushrooms stuffed with crabmeat, Gulf shrimp, peppers and spinach. Garnished with lemon aioli and Parmesan cheese.
Royal Reds
One pound of peel and eat Cajun boiled, large Royal Reds served with hot drawn butter.
Seafood Pot Pie
Gulf shrimp, crawfish, crabmeat, corn, peas and carrots in a traditional pot pie filling topped with a golden buttermilk crust.
Fried Shrimp
Hand-battered and dusted shrimp in seasoned corn flour and fried golden. Also available grilled!
Fried Oysters
Smoky Bacon Shrimp and Grits
Cheddar cheese grits smothered in a smoky bacon cream sauce with shrimp. Topped with shredded Parmesan, chopped bacon and green onions.
Seafood Sampler
A sampling of fried shrimp, Boudin balls, mahi, a grilled hand-crafted crab cake, fries and jalapeno hushpuppies. Served with one side.
Crab Cakes
Grilled hand-crafted crab cakes made from lump crabmeat, blended with sauteed vegetables and seasonings. Garnished with lemon aioli and Parmesan cheese.
Uptowner Quesadilla
Sliced filet and ribeye with sauteed mushrooms, onions and a five cheese blend in a flour tortilla. Topped with chives and diced tomatoes. Served with homemade Dijon horseradish.
Voodoo Shrimp
Gulf shrimp, fried golden and tossed in our unique sweet and spicy Voodoo sauce.
Voodoo Wings
Boneless wings, fried golden and tossed in our unique sweet and spicy Voodoo sauce.
Boudin Balls
A Cajun classic spicy sausage and rice blend, coated in panko bread crumbs and fried crispy. Served with homemade Dijon horseradish.
Royal Redfish
Bronzed redfish served over a bed of grilled asparagus and Cajun boiled mashed potatoes, topped with Royal Red shrimp sauteed in a white wine cream sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Tuna Esplanade
Sashimi grade Yellowfin tuna blackened and served over a jalapeno lime hollandaise. Topped with fried artichoke hearts, red onion, green onions and Parmesan cheese.
Mahi Savannah
Pecan encrusted mahi over cheddar cheese grits and topped with sauteed shrimp in a smoky bacon cream sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Redfish Orleans
Blackened redfish topped with shrimp sauteed in our original Orleans sauce. Topped with lump crabmeat and Parmesan cheese.
Farm-Raised Catfish
Mississippi farm-raised hand-breaded catfish. Served with your choice of cocktail or tartar. Also available grilled!
Catfish Lameuse
Blackened Mississippi farm-raised catfish over a bed of white rice. Topped with a seafood cream sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Grilled or Blackened Fish
Your choice of any of our fish selections grilled or blackened. Served with lemon aioli.
Fish Selections
Steak, Chicken, and Pasta
Filet Orleans
USDA Choice 7oz tenderloin topped with shrimp sauteed in our original Orleans sauce. Topped with Parmesan cheese.
Big Easy Surf and Turf
USDA Choice 7oz filet served over a fried hand-crafted crab cake, Garnished with balsamic glaze, Bearnaise sauce, lump crabmeat and Parmesan cheese.
Ribeye
13oz USDA Choice ribeye seasoned and chargrilled. Topped with Orleans sauce.
Filet
7oz USDA Choice tenderloin seasoned and chargrilled.
Seafood Pasta
Gulf shrimp, crawfish and portabella mushrooms tossed with linguini and creole Alfredo. Topped with lump crabmeat and Parmesan cheese.
Chicken Alfredo
Linguini tossed with creole Alfredo, topped with fresh grilled chicken and Parmesan cheese.
Royal Red Alfredo
Linguini tossed with creole Alfredo, topped with Royal Red shrimp and Parmesan cheese.
Almond Encrusted Chicken
Fresh chicken coated in chopped almonds and seasonings, paneed and drizzled with roasted red bell pepper aioli.
Half Shell Salad
Romaine and spring mix, avocado, goat cheese, toasted almond slices, chives, tomatoes and shredded carrots. Served with our signature roasted garlic balsamic house vinaigrette.
Garden Salad
Romaine and spring mix, grape tomatoes, sliced red onions, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese blend and croutons.
Caesar Salad
Romaine hearts and croutons tossed in our homemade Caesar dressing. Topped with shredded Parmesan cheese.
Smoked Tuna Dip Salad
Smoked Yellowfin Tuna Dip served over a garden salad.
Almond Chicken Salad
Fresh chicken coated in chopped almonds and spices then paneed. Served over a garden salad.
Red Beans and Rice
Half Shell's own topped with Andouille sausage, hushpuppies and white rice.
Crawfish, Crab and Corn Bisque
A perfect blend of crawfish, crabmeat and corn in a cream base with creole seasonings.
Seafood Gumbo
Gulf shrimp, crabmeat and crawfish in a dark file roux. Topped with white rice.
Soup and Salad
Handhelds
The Uptowner
Sliced USDA Choice filet and ribeye, topped with sauteed mushrooms, onions and melted Provolone cheese on fresh baked in house French bread dressed with lettuce and tomato. Served with Dijon horseradish.
Seafood Portabella Sandwich
Our homemade Seafood Stuffed Portabella topped with homemade Crabmeat Ravigotte and spring mix. Served on a Brioche bun.
Triple Steak Cheeseburger
A blend of ground Chuck, Brisket and Short Rib seasoned, grilled and topped with Provolone cheese. Served on a Brioche bun.
Voodoo Chicken Sandwich
Fresh chicken fried golden and tossed in our unique sweet and spicy Voodoo sauce. Topped with your choice of cheese on a Brioche bun.
Voodoo Shrimp
Gulf shrimp fried golden and tossed in our unique sweet and spicy Voodoo sauce.