Go for the catfish/crab claw combo--the catfish melts in your mouth. Great service from the time you sit down 'til the time you get your check. Nice, welcome place to enjoy oysters, shrimp, catfish, scallops, crab claws, etc. I've always been treated like family!
First, and last visit. Prices not updated on their Facebook Page. My lunch special with a small drink was almost $18 with sales tax. Great service from the waitress. 2 Hushpuppies - the size of a large marble. Small fried oysters. Cheese grits were very...good. Tiny cup of coke slaw tasted very good. Other Raw Bars have larger everything and better prices. They need to step up their game.More
Hidden gem for oysters. No frills. Tasty oysters (raw or nuked), lightly fried shrimp, lightly fried oysters, and French fries.
Huge, juicy raw oysters, so fresh. $14 a dozen, such a good deal. Service very polite. Go. Only takes cash and no liquor, so don't be mad.
First off, service was decent. Parking is horrible, we tried to eat here twice before we got tired of trying to find a park and waiting. Our first time we didn't realize they were located in a steel link fence that was locked well before...the advertised hours. Anyhow, we were sat a table for 6 where there was another couple sitting. It was a little weird but we stayed. The food. We ordered oysters with the parmesan & butter. They were really tasty just extremely small. Then we shared a combo platter of the different fried options. I was disappointed in most of it, except the shrimp. It didn't taste very fresh especially the crab claws. It came with two sides we got fries & hushpuppies. Well, they gave us two hushpuppies. They are also small. The fries & fish were fresh & good. The other disappointment was the cajun steamed shrimp. They were like baby shrimp that were disgusting. The gentleman was nice when he came from behind the counter. I'd say this has been my least favorite visit tona seafood restaurant in Tallahassee. I'm so concerned at why this place has a #1 spot. But the service really saved them from a lower rating in our opinion. If I had to go back I'd get the fried shrimp & ffMore
Ok, the batter on the oysters was delicious but so darn greasy that I could taste it hours later. Either the oil should be hotter or the oysters should drain longer. The portion of oysters and shrimp was generous but the cole slaw came in...a thimble-sized container. Just don't understand why an item that is so cheap to make and serve isn't served in a decent proportions. Also, a personal preference, don't care for cabbage that is ground almost to a paste like theirs is. The seasoning however, was exceptionally tasty. The baked beans side was generous but cloyingly sweet. I really wanted to talk with the cook about modifying things a bit but the people working were so nice, I decided not to complain to them. Next time visiting, I'll try the raw oysters.More
Best raw or cooked oysters around. Although the menu is limited, every selection is wonderfully and quickly prepared and served by very helpful and friendly staff. Seating is limited so come early for lunch and don’t forget to bring cash; no credit cards accepted.
Pure old-time Tallahassee serving local fresh seafood. The best raw oysters around. Casual and priced right!
This place is a true hole in the wall. Takes cash only! Has a oyster bar with the best shuckers in America. Oysters are alway clean and fresh. The fried food is cheap and hot and crispy. Everything is alway served quick. Been eating here...for 40 years and ever been disappointed. It is the only seafood Restuarant worth anything in Tallahassee.More
Classic Tallahassee establishment with good food and good service. I would definitely recommend this place to any travelers.
My hubby and me were traveling and we looked up Shell Oyster Bar! It’s a little place that not for the TripAdvisor we would not have gone into! We are glad we did! The food was very good! We both had oysters, scallop,crab claws! If...you don’t like fried foods this place is not for you! We would go again! We would like to try the raw oysters!!More
This seafood restaurant has been around for years. It's located on the south of Tallahassee between Adams and Monroe. If you are looking for some consistent good fried seafood at a moderate price, this is the place for you. Oysters anywhere depend on the season...and other factors but usually, they have the best raw in town. It's mostly a locals restaurant but if you can find it, go. Take cash.More
I got the Oyster Combo, Dozen fried, cold slaw, beans, Bush puppies and a tea. All for under $12. Oysters were fried perfect, great service, fast for lunch, no dinner service and cash only
Very friendly and proper service for locals and visitors alike. Five of us visiting from Miami felt very welcome. The fried seafood specials were tasty. Always refilling with good iced tea. All tasted fresh.
My friend, an FSU grad, took us here and boy am I glad he did! If you are from out of town, you may never make it through the door of this hidden local treasure. It’s a cinder block building behind a gas station converted...to bar, across from a local brewery. As you enter you are greeted with Southern hospitality, and it it only gets better from there. Seafood is fresh, I had a dozen raw Cedar Key oysters, my wife crab cakes and my friend shrimp dinner. All quite good! The cocktail sauce is homemade and tasty! Definitely will seek this place out the next time I’m in town.More
