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4.7
- 4.6Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.2Value
Noise • Moderate
Half Shell
4.7 (102)
$31 to $50
Seafood
2020 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121-2109
Make a reservation
2 people
May 3, 2025
May 2025
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7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Great for happy hour
- Good for special occasions
- Neighborhood gem
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesSeafood, Oyster Bar, Steak
- Hours of operationMon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefChef Chris Schwarz
- NeighborhoodBelltown / Pike Place Market
- Cross streetWestern and Virginia
- Parking detailsPublic Lot
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Blini Brunch
$35.00 per person
Multiple dates availableFamily-style brunch experience featuring freshly griddled kennebec potato blini, bristol bay salmon lox, trout roe on ice with capers and sour cream, scrambled eggs with chives, crispy smashed potatoes, and gem lettuce salad
What 102 people are saying
Half Shell reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
Loved For
Seattle / Eastern Washington
Seafood
Seattle
Seafood
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Half Shell offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Known for its "unique and very tasty" brunch and exceptional happy hour, this seafood haven features fresh oysters, creative dishes, and a "fun atmosphere." Patrons appreciate the attentive staff and lively ambiance.
102 Reviews
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paige
Seattle2 reviews
5.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Laurie VIP
Seattle26 reviews
5.0Dined on April 20, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Haley
Seattle3 reviews
5.0Dined on April 20, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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David
Seattle6 reviews
5.0Dined on April 20, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Liza VIP
Los Angeles62 reviews
5.0Dined on April 10, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Holly
Seattle2 reviews
5.0Dined on April 3, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Evelyn
Seattle7 reviews
5.0Dined on March 22, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Oxford4 reviews
5.0Dined on March 16, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 3
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Kristin VIP
New Mexico4 reviews
5.0Dined on March 16, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Paul
Seattle29 reviews
5.0Dined on March 15, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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FAQs
Half Shell is rated 4.7 stars by 102 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Experiences are available.
2020 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121-2109
Additional information
- Cross streetWestern and Virginia
- NeighborhoodBelltown / Pike Place Market
- Hours of operationMon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesSeafood, Oyster Bar, Steak
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsPublic Lot
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefChef Chris Schwarz
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number