We celebrated a friends birthday there about 2 weeks ago. Food and drinks were excellent! Servers were very friendly, polite, knowledgeable and seemed committed to making our experience top notch. I will definitely be back! read more

Stumble upon this little gem and they were serving happy hour oysters so we were sold. I love raw oysters and nothing beats happy hour oysters. Outdoor seating is an option but we chose to sit indoor and the inside was so cute and well decorated. The service was phenomenal and friendly. For food, we ordered the warm pull-apart potato rolls which were super soft and comes with butter on a half shelf, parmesan roasted Brussel sprouts and two dozen of their happy hour oysters. The oysters were super fresh, sweet and salty and delicious. I'd definitely be coming back! read more

Half Shell - Warm pull-apart potato rolls and Parmesan roasted Brussels sprouts - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

One of the best oyster HHs in town and throw in the close proximity to the water and Pike Market, you're sure to love Half Shell no matter if you're a local or tourist. Half Shell has a select HH that allows you accessibility to their delicious oysters. This decor was nicely setup and I really enjoyed the oyster bar shucking seating, but for this moment I personally opted for a seat by the window. From wine, to mini crab rolls, fries, you really can have it all here. The happy hour is a rare gem in that it is available every. single. day. between 3-6pm. Like those are prime hours for HH and to casually have that for this economy especially, it's a true win/win. Their oysters on the HH menu went for $2 an oyster, delicious perfectly fried french fries that can feed like 2-3 people for around $9, delicious wine for $14 a glass, and the mini crab roll for like $15. Everything was so so tasty and I so appreciate how they allowed me to work on my laptop and not feel guilty about it. read more

My partner and I had a friend's gf visiting from NYC and naturally she wanted to try what we're known for in the PNW- seafood! We found Half Shell after scrolling on Yelp and were drawn in by their daily happy hour which takes place from 3-6pm. It's located right next to Pike Place and you can eat with a slight view of the water. We started off with the Dirty Martini Dip which was light and the perfect size for four people. And because we hadn't eaten all day, we ended up with two rounds of two dozen fresh oysters. A dozen for each person! Our friend from NYC loved them and was surprised at how buttery and fresh they were. The last thing we got were the Roasted Oysters which I would probably pass on next time. I felt like the bread crumbs on top made it feel like I was chewing on sand despite knowing the oysters were clean. Overall, this is a solid happy hour and I wish I got to try more! read more

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I went here for the Happy Hour specifically for their $2 oysters and I enjoyed it. Love the ambiance of the store as well! read more

Half Shell - $2 Oysters during Happy Hour! - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Elegant decor + friendly service + great views of the ocean! We went during happy hour ($2 per oyster) and was pleasantly surprised by how fresh these oysters were. Our favorites were the smaller ones as they tasted sweeter. Highly recommend if you're looking to eat oysters with a nice ambience. read more

Half Shell - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Extremely expensive with high price and very small portion. The king halibut my son ordered for$ 50 was very small and very tasteless. The tuna I ordered for $25 was three small pieces of cold, salty., about two inch and very thin shaves of tuna. Although I wasn't that hungry and ordered small fish but it is really really small for $25. The waitress was not friendly at all. With $90 we could eat in other restaurants with delicious and reasonable size food and better service. I don't recommend at all. There are lots of good restaurants in Seattle. read more

Oh. My. LANTA. What a find. What a happy hour. We're from baltimore so we're massive oysters fans, this is our first adventure into pacific oysters and it was AMAZING. The happy hour features 2 buck shucks. And discounted cocktails. 24 oysters and 4 cocktails later my partner and I are full and thriving. We sat at the bar and had the best service from Matt! The whole restaurant is honestly such a vibe. Very low key and cozy but still feels like a treat. With this being so close to Pikes place there's no excuse not to come here and experience this DELIGHT. 12/10. Will probably be back tomorrow. read more

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By far the best dinner I've had in Seattle (and I like eating here a lot) had the fresh raw oysters, took our waiters rec on which type, the rolls are seriously to die for, it's like thanksgiving morning yeasty rolls on steroids cause wtf why is it so good, and the most delicious whipped butter served in an oyster shell? Yes please. Topped it off with the 4oz steak frites, steak, buttery soft medium, insane steak sauce they had on top literally almost a brisket consistency it was so tender. The fries are obviously hand cut and salty and thickkkkkkk, so freaking good. Was too full to try dessert but I definitely will be back. My friend had the washing king salmon and also loved the salmon (I tasted it and as a person who's very picky with salmon it hit) my only note is maybe a better pairing with it than the onion rings, a herbed brown rice/wild/quinoa would hit better than the onion rings imo. (But I'm also not an onion ring girl). Waitstaff was also super nice and attentive 10/10 read more

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My boyfriend and I came here on a friend's recommendation and WOW -- we're so glad we did! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was stunning. It felt fancy yet cozy, with super cute décor and would be perfect for a date night. As a huge oyster lover, I can confidently say these were some of the best I've had -- fresh, perfectly balanced, not too salty or fishy, just right. We also got the mussels and they were absolutely delicious. The flavors were spot on! We came during happy hour, which was such a great deal -- especially considering how high-quality everything was. The cocktail of the day was a Blue Milk-inspired drink (Star Wars fans, you'll appreciate this!) and it was SO good -- creative, refreshing, and totally unique. The service was also amazing. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel special. We'll 100% be back next time we're in Seattle. Highly recommend if you love oysters or just want a great spot with vibes, drinks, and fantastic food! read more

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Came here during our quick trip in Seattle, and this place did not disappoint. Atmosphere/Ambiance - 5/5 - Decent sized restaurant. Good for mid sized groups. Not the best for strollers Staff - 4/5 - Friendly, but not very attentive during happy hour. Food/Drink - Ordered the following during HH: Oysters on the half shell - $2 - 5/5 - Very fresh. Oysters are what you put on them, but overall, very good. Dirty Martini Dip - $10 - 5/5 - Unique dip, but loved it. Def recommend. Mini Dungeness Crab Roll - $15 - 3.5/5 - It was good, but $15 good? Not to me. Cheeseburger - $15 - 4/5 - Again, not worth $15, but it was a very good burger. Has tartar sauce fyi. Overall, this was a pretty good spot to go, but because we were visiting, we would try other places when we come back. read more

Stopped by for happy hour without a reservation and sat at the bar. Staff were very friendly. There is a lot of bar seating and indoor seating. It was very clean inside. One of the best burgers I've had lately. It was juicy and cooked perfectly. Would totally come back. read more

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Came for HH (3-6) and enjoyed our time in part due to our servers (John & Serg) and the HH options. We were able to find seats at the bar and were promptly greeted with the HH menu, drink menu, and dinner menu along with a brief explanation as to our options. We decided on two of their daily special oysters which were $2 each. I'm not much of an oyster expert but my wife said they were good quality. I also ordered the $15 burger and the $9 fries on the HH menu. Both were good, the fries were thick cut and we sprinkled malt vinegar over them. They came with a mayo and ketchup option. The burger was juicy and filling. My wife also ordered the HH crab roll. Similar to a cold lobster roll, small, but flavorful. She ordered a mini-tini with a pickle taste and enjoyed it. I got a hef beer, which was also good. Certainly not an inexpensive option, but expected for the area. Would recommend! read more

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$2 Happy Hour Oysters. End of review. I kid, but for real though, that happy hour pulled us in off the street when we weren't even hungry. The power of the $2 oyster. The restaurant is open and inviting, and I adore all of the shells around the bar. Such a cool touch! For being as close as they are to Pike Place Market the prices were crazy reasonable, and I hope to visit again very soon to take advantage again of the TWO DOLLAR OYSTERS. read more

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Great food and great service! This was my first stop as a sit down meal in Seattle and let me tell you, very few places wow'ed me as much as this place did in terms of price, service, and food especially considering how close it is to Pike Place. The happy hour oysters are a must! There's a few spots you can get HH oysters but this is just a great spot to people watch and they have other delicious HH bites too (e.g that fried oyster slider with a yummy rémoulade). read more

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Living just minutes from the area. My husband and I walk nearby frequently. The happy hour sign always appealed to us. Finally we gave Half Shell a try, and we LOVED it. My partner gave it a 10/10. He definitely wants to come back. The service was quick and our server was so nice. The ambiance is so cute and fresh. Good vibes, it did not feel crowded no matter how busy they were. Happy Hour (3pm-6pm) Order: A Dozen Oysters (2 dollar oysters) 2 Roasted Oysters (wish we ordered more, these were SO good) 2 Crab Rolls (light fluffy bread, fresh herbed crab) Total: $68 read more

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I ate some oysters here for dinner and I feel sick and I got severe stomach ache btw we got their $2 oysters and they are not super great but they were ok...didn't expect to get sick like this tho The vibes and atmosphere of the restaurant are amazing and perfect for date nights but with the lack of quality and freshness in oysters I don't think I will be back :(( read more

Half Shell - $2 oysters - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Tail end of a girl's trip and popped in for happy hour oysters and this place did not disappoint! Sat at the bar and enjoyed our bartender Matt (kinda of awesome ). We all opted for oysters, mini crab rolls, French fries, and dirty martini dip...and whoa! Not one bit of disappoint! Outstanding customer service, delicious food, and great ambiance! I must say...make sure to stop by! read more

Half Shell - Mini crab roll....all crab no filler! - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Best oysters I have had to date. They also include multiple options straight from the Puget Sound. Great vibes, attentive servers and the bartender gives great recommendations for sites to see. read more

This spot has a great location by the waterfront but the only thing is that it's definitely a fight for parking if you're coming by car. The happy hour oysters were very good and would recommend coming during that time slot. I also liked the heirloom tomatoes side dish because the goat cheese had an interesting texture and flavor that paired very nicely. read more

Half Shell - Happy hour oysters - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My wife and I and then my wife and I and son came here two days in a row, that's how great the food is! On both visits, we had the $2 Happy Hour oysters, which were Washington oysters: Hammersley, Totten and Samish Pearl. They were addictively great! Served with the house sauce and Tabasco and slices of fresh lemon. We also ordered off the Happy Hour menu, ginger shrimp nugget sliders, mini-Dungeness crab rolls, and a Painted Hills cheeseburger. All the dishes were incredible: fresh ingredients, very well-prepared. The ginger shrimp nugget slider included a chili crisp cucumber and it crunched really nicely. The mini-Dungeness crab rolls with aioli weren't that mini and were plenty meaty with fresh, delectable crab. The hamburger was piled high with ground beef, cheese, lettuce on a soft bun, speared with a jalapeno pepper and olives. Yum! The decor was nautical themed, blue and gray colors and stylish in a warm and welcoming way. The booths and tables and chairs were super comfortable, giving you a stay awhile vibe. Our waiters on both nights that we came here were wonderful: friendly and chatty. I also spoke with the oyster shuckers who were blindingly fast and accurate in their jobs and friendly as they explained the different oysters they were shucking. Our meals were a real treat! read more

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Came here for dinner since my son wanted oysters. We were seated in a booth and had a great view of the sound and the park by Pike Place Market. The service was great our waiter checked on us regularly and the food was delicious. We ordered oysters, the Cesar salad, the smoked salmon chowder and the snow crab. read more

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Half Shell on Western Avenue is a great seafood restaurant with great cocktails. The Caesar salad is delicious and creative. Great burgers, great chowder, and great desserts! read more

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I am very disappointed with the service here. I sat down and waited a very long time to be served, only to watch the staff completely ignore me while they took the orders of several tables who arrived well after I did. It is incredibly frustrating to be overlooked like this. The service is very slow, unorganized, and unprofessional. I will never come back, and I absolutely do not recommend this place to anyone. read more

Half Shell - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

After walking all around pikes market our stomachs started to grumble, so we made our way over to half shell for happy hour. Service was top notch - friendly and attentive - and we were sat very quickly. The oysters were so good - with great accompaniments. The steak frites were fine but not amazing - I blame myself for not choosing a seafood entree. Their happy hour mini crab rolls were definitely the highlight! If we are ever back in Seattle I'll definitely come back. read more

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Lovely spot, great location, delicious oysters!, and friendly staff. Only negative is that our waiter was unsuccessful at ordering more oysters for us, once we inquired after waiting 45 minutes (!). Apparently it hadn't gone through in the system. She apologized to us, and we also watched her apologize to two other tables near us. (A bit disturbing that it took her 45 minutes to realize we had not been served yet.) After a full hour we did receive the oysters and they were wonderful. When the bill came, however, there was no discount or comp offered for the mistake made by the restaurant. That is simply not great customer service. But other than that, our visit was pleasant, and we will definitely visit this place again! read more

Food 10! Service 10! Ambiance 10!! This was our dinner experience around day two or three and we were completely overwhelmed with the amount of food and the fact that it was so delicious read more

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We found this restaurant looking for a seafood option that could accommodate our party of eight. Seeing the martini dip on the menu sealed the deal! Our server was great and our interactions with another server helping her was even better! The crab roll was the winning entree for the evening and I was so glad I ordered it. Seriously SO good! I ate five crab and/or lobster rolls on my trip and this was by far the best! The restaurant is right next to Pike's Market, so you can check out the market before you eat and take in ocean views if you'd like. I'd go again! read more

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We tried the small bites at happy hour. The mini crab rolls were very rich and filling. Personally, they felt a bit too bland for my taste but nonetheless they are filled with fresh crab. The roasted oysters were excellent and probably one of the best and flavorful of the roasted ones I've ever had. The clam chowder was pretty decent and tasty. Overall, the food is very good. The service (imo) is hit or miss - like we did not get the basics like crackers and Tabasco sauce that was suppled to every other table and had to keep asking for things - guess that's dependent on the time you visit and who you get. Pretty pricey as well but not a surprise give that it's at pikes. read more

Half Shell - Clam chowder, mini dungeness crab rolls and roasted oysters - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We arrived around 3:30pm on a Friday and were seated right away. The restaurant was busy, but not packed as there is plenty of inside and outside seating. We came for the $2 oysters during happy hour from 3-6pm. We started off with a dozen of the oysters on the half shell and they were so good and fresh! So good that we ended up ordering another dozen. Service was quick and friendly. I will be back whenever I'm back in Seattle! read more

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Great little happy hour menu and oyster happy hour. The cocktails were tasty. The outdoor patio has a nice view of the park and water. Server was very nice and service was timely. read more

Half Shell - Oyster hour - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Super cute place that now occupies Etta's old spot. Of course this is another Tom Douglass establishment. Mom and I didn't stay long and only had appetizers. The best one was the fried green tomatoes with Dungeness crab. The whole dish was delightful. The shrimp nuggets were just ok. I found them to be surprisingly dry, but the cucumbers they came with were supurb. They were the star of the dish. I could just get a bowl of those and be happy. I tried the baked oysters with Nuduja butter. I wasn't too fond of these because they were very rich and the taste of the ocean was overpowered by the butter. We sat outside because it was a nice day and our server was so very nice. She was very personable and attentive. Great service. We plan on returning to try their happy hour, but eating here really made me miss Etta's. Half Shell was good, but it doesn't have the elegance that Etta's did. Still a great place. Give it a try! read more

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Had a great happy hour at Half Shell. It runs from 3-6 and we got in line at 2:55 and inside by 3:10. Party of four and ordered two dozen oysters, four roasted oysters, and three mini Dungeness crab rolls. The oysters were amazing - I think the best I've had in Seattle. I couldn't get enough. The roasted oysters were also really good, huge. The Dungeness crab rolled were good, but the oysters were the star of the show for me. read more

Stopped by for a quick snack. Loved the decor inside. We got 2 dozen oysters. Best oysters I've ever had! So fresh and so much meat! If I'm craving oysters again and I'm near Pike's Place, this is where I'll be going. Interested in trying their fries next time. read more

Half Shell - 2 dozen oysters - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Took the lightrail to see all the FIFA festivities in Pioneer Square and strolled thru the waterfront and ended our trek to Pike Market debating between Cutters & Half Shell. I must say we made an excellent choice. Great service by server Sean L. who was courteous and friendly. We had cocktails, thank you they were amazing. My husband & I shared the Pearl Platter which was scrumptiously fresh, we had to have asparagus and fries on the side which were the perfect side dishes. First time diners...we will definitely come back. Thank you for a wonderful dinner! read more

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Great view of the sound. Excellent happy hour. Right at the edge of Pike's market. A lovely way to end the day. read more

Half Shell - $2 chef's choice oysters happy hour - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cute restaurant by Pike Place with an amazing oyster happy hour deal! $2 a pop from 3-5 pm every day, including weekends. They also have fun drinks and other food on the happy hour menu as well, like the fries I ordered for $8. The oysters were local and super fresh, 10/10 no notes. The fries are thick (not my usual preference) but were very fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Service was fast and attentive. Overall it was a very pleasant experience with great oysters. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Half Shell - Happy Hour menu as of January 2025 - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Meh minus. I came for the oyster happy hour, too bad the oysters weren't good. Had a clam dip with ritz crackers....it was ok. Wife had a "small plate", which was just a snow crab legs, son had the king salmon, which he said was ok (should be better than ok for 50 bucks), but there were very little sides, in quantity. After the awful oysters, very buttery (told waitress I didn't like them and she asked if I ever had west coast oysters, I said no, and she said well, there you go and walked away), and if that's how all west coast oysters taste, I'll stick to upper east coast oysters. I had a burger for dinner. 3 of us, total bill 230 bucks. I guess the worst part is our waitress was just so full of herself and condescending, yet never answering our questions. Hmm idk, maybe the worst part was the crappy expensive food, and terrible "happy hour". Flip a coin. read more

Best happy hour in the city. $2 oysters are hard to beat. Oysters were creamy and super sweet. The type you get for HH varies but you are guranteed something fresh everytime. When I tell you their fries were probably the best I have ever had in my life, I am not joking. They are a must order. The baked oysters were just okay for me, each filled with bacon, cheese, and butter. Friendly and attentive service. I recommend making a reservation because as soon as we came in for HH at a decent line formed. Didn't order drinks but their HH cocktails were on the smaller side. Date night vibes for sure, larger parties may be harder to accomodate. I recommend this to anyone in the area or visiting! read more

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Came here on a Thursday Happy Hour. Great prices on food and $2 oysters! The server was really cool and recommended a bunch of items to try. Ordered a mini martini of the Dirty Shucker. Pickle juice and dill together with some vodka. Pretty decent size and it was well made. Oysters were very fresh and just what we came for! Roasted Oyster was my favorite item of the meal, would recommend a few. Mini Crab Roll was good (bit expensive). Will have to come back next time I'm in Seattle again! read more

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