
Half Shell Oyster House
An upscale-casual Southern seafood restaurant and bar located in the Hard Rock Casino, offering fresh oysters, Southern classics, and a sushi bar.

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Half Shell Oyster House

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Must-see attractions
An upscale-casual Southern seafood restaurant and bar located in the Hard Rock Casino, offering fresh oysters, Southern classics, and a sushi bar.
Request Private Seating
Ask for a private area overlooking the water for a more intimate dining experience at the casino location.
Spice It Up!
If you love a kick, try the Louis Armstrong roll or other spicy items on the menu.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Southern Seafood
Price
Mid-range
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

Oyster Sampler Extravaganza
Indulge in a variety of fresh, delicious oysters from their sampler platter. A must-try for any oyster lover!

Redfish Orleans Delicacy
Savor the unique Redfish Orleans, a flavorful dish topped with shrimp and crab for an exquisite seafood experience.

Sushi Bar Variety
Explore diverse sushi options at their integrated sushi bar, offering a fresh twist to their Southern seafood.
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Request Private Seating
Ask for a private area overlooking the water for a more intimate dining experience at the casino location.
Spice It Up!
If you love a kick, try the Louis Armstrong roll or other spicy items on the menu.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Consider visiting during less busy times to avoid potential cleanliness issues.
Ask About Sampler Size
Inquire about smaller oyster samplers; they might offer a two-oyster option not explicitly on the menu.
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Request Private Seating
Ask for a private area overlooking the water for a more intimate dining experience at the casino location.
Spice It Up!
If you love a kick, try the Louis Armstrong roll or other spicy items on the menu.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Consider visiting during less busy times to avoid potential cleanliness issues.
Ask About Sampler Size
Inquire about smaller oyster samplers; they might offer a two-oyster option not explicitly on the menu.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Half Shell Oyster House offers a mixed dining experience, with many praising the delicious oysters and seafood dishes like Redfish Orleans. However, some reviews mention issues with service, including delays and inattentive staff, and occasional concerns about food temperature or seasoning. The atmosphere within the Hard Rock Casino is generally appreciated, but some guests have reported cleanliness issues during peak times.
"Located inside the hard rock casino and hotel, this is a unbelievable place to eat. The atmosphere is great inside, you have TVs by the bar if you wanna catch a game, and also very themed environment!
We sat in the bar area, and the two bartenders were really nice, and explained everything on the menu, and gave us suggestions on what was good since it was our first time there! They took their time!
We had the oyster, small sampler, which was two oysters from all four of their oyster offerings, they were all amazing and tasty!!! There is a sampler on the menu where you get four of each, but if you ask the server or bartender, they can give you the two oyster small sampler for $21.75!
We also had the seafood pot pie, which came out fresh, hot, and full of seafood! We also enjoyed the snow crab salad, which was full of snow crab, they didn’t skimp! And we also tried the Louis Armstrong role, which, or if your sushi fan was an A+ !
We wanted to recognize both bartenders that helped us, and especially Tylin goes by “Ty” , who was a really nice and professional bartender all night long!"
Babes N Bladez
"Giovanni was an excellent waiter. The menu is extensive and very reasonable. But things went downhill fast. We ordered a Manhattan and then an old fashioned (drinks that I consider pretty basic to make) but they were not good. We even had to send 1 back. We also ordered the sampler oyster plate but the person who brought them out to us just plopped it on our table. We had to find Giovanni to ask him which oyster was which flavor. The chowder we ordered came out lukewarm- I’m not sure why their soup isn’t piping hot. For dinner, I ordered the Redfish Orleans, which flavorwise was good but wow, it was salty. The oil was spicy too. Hubby got the voodoo shrimp poboy which was fried shrimp coated in barbecue/stirfry sauce. He wasn’t a fan because it was too sweet. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend coming here for the food (maybe the raw oysters are really good?) but the service was impeccable."
Kim Baker
"I hate to give 1 star, but I cannot get over the waiters remarks he made about marriage not one but twice after the first time I basically shook my head and said zip it. He stopped what he was going to say then proceeded to say something else about never trusting other men. I mean he isnt wrong, but not something needing to be said.
On to the food. The food was pretty good overall. I had the seafood pasta and crab meat on top was fair, but light with a single shrimp and light sprinkles on other stuff that came on it. I basically ate the tiny pieces of meat and took the pasta home. More seafood needed and I don't care if it cost $10 more since I still ordered two meals for myself since I was almost expecting this as a possibility. Glad I ordered two meals which the other was the uptowner, a steak sandwich and it was great. Only thing I could mention was bread a little over toasted but was starving so wasn't worried at that point. Side salad was best part of entire meal. I really hope this gets to the right person. I would usually make a tiktok about my food review, but will not be since I would rather not discuss marriage and whatnot in the mix since that was the main thing about the review today"
BullOnWallSt
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Frequently Asked Questions
The signature dishes include a variety of oysters, the Redfish Orleans, and various Southern seafood preparations. They also offer a sushi bar.
Yes, this location of Half Shell Oyster House is situated inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi.
While seafood is the focus, some side dishes like asparagus and salads may be suitable. It's best to inquire directly about specific dietary needs.
Reservations are generally recommended, especially for weekend dining. It's advisable to call ahead or check their website for booking information.
The restaurant offers an upscale-casual atmosphere within the lively Hard Rock Casino, featuring TVs by the bar and a themed environment.
Yes, this location features a sushi bar in addition to its Southern seafood offerings.
Some guests have reported issues with service speed, attentiveness, and occasional problems with food temperature or seasoning. Cleanliness concerns have also been noted during busy periods.
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777 Beach BoulevardBiloxi, MS 39530(228) 374-7625 Visit Website Open in Google Maps. Half Shell Oyster House Hard Rock is a posh restaurant inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino along the Gulf of Mexico.


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