Walked in alone on a business trip. Waitress sat me at the bar because I was single. Waited 5-7 minutes for bartender to quit flirting with the waitresses. Yelled for him and was ignored. I'm pretty easy to please. But the entire staff was at the bar and wasn't paying any attention to customers. I got up and walked out. Not a one of them said Boo.
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Frank U.
One of my favorite places to dine! First class staff and the baked oysters remind me New Orleans! Awesome place to grab a drink before going out! Get their early because it can get crowded at times!
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Marley G.
As a New England seafood snob, I can say that this place is a great little seafood find. We met up with friends we haven't seen in a long time and it was a lovely time. The waiter was attentive and quick and really thorough with our order. The fried pickles -- which I'd never had -- were amazing! And the steamed blue crab claws were a mouth watering treat. My fiance had the grilled lemon pepper shrimp and I had the grilled white fish. Both were succulent and fresh and very delicious. My fish was so big that I couldn't eat it all. The baked potato was fluffy and seemed just baked...not like it had been sitting around forever getting gummy and gooey. The drinks were affordable and the prices on the menu were reasonable, as well. Will definitely go back!
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Ron P.
I've been there many more than a few times...the Oysters were minuscule they had no problem charging the regular price. I'll not eat there again when I visit Troy for work every month.
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Ethan M.
Best Oysters and seafood you can get this far from the coast, North of Dothan! Nuff said! Though I will also add that the staff is fast and friendly, the shirts are cute, and the atmosphere is fun!
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Haley H.
One of the best places to eat in Troy. I haven't tried much on the menu, but the oysters are great. Service was decent but they seemed a little short staffed during my visit. Also have a decent size bar if you're looking to get a drink.
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patient z.
One of the best little places to eat in Troy. It's great for groups, and has a nice long bar if you just want to sit. Seating can sometimes be hard to find at lunchtime, but there's usually always somewhere to sit -- they used to have an entire other side of the restaurant that was just devoted to the smoking area, but since Troy has since banned smoking inside restaurants, it's now just regular seating. The food is seafood-based, as you could have probably guessed, though there's your usual staple items -- hamburgers, salads, chicken fingers, etc. My favorite is their cobb salad, though their shrimp po-boy's are great!
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Matt W.
Boring menu with very basic selection of fried seafood and mediocre oysters. To be fair, the Half Shell doesn't have much competition in Troy, and it's naturally harder to find better seafood so far inland, but the Half Shell still leaves much to be desired. Clientele always seemed to be mostly boozing frat boys and sorority girls with the odd smattering of locals. It livens it up at night, but, believe it or, there are better places in Troy to have a good time than the Half Shell.
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Yvonne G.
Half Shell is the local seafood restaurant and the only Oyster Bar in Troy. I lived in Troy for few years. I and my ex went to there for so many times I even couldn't remember. The cutest thing about Half Shell was over thousands one dollar bills. People liked to write their names and some special words on the dollar bills. I believe some of mine are still there. I did like the raw oysters, and my ex liked fried oysters. He said it tasted like some Taiwanese snack, only it had no basil. And I did like their Steamed Scallop Platter. But sometimes, the scallop were smaller than I expected. So if there is a chance I will go to Troy for some reason, I will stop by Half Shell. And it will remind me some old good times.
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Caitlin W.
Staying in town - have to say it was pretty good. The server (who I'm pretty sure was an owner) was adorable and a super server. Super attentive and patient with our crazy group of six. Best: fried mushrooms, fried pickles, fried oysters, raw oysters, hush puppies, boiled shrimp Good, but not great: gumbo, lemon pepper shrimp Also, love being in town with cheap beer! :)
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B M.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Troy. I cannot say much about all the menu items because I get the same thing every time - fried shrimp, so good.
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Rob B.
Wife and I went tonight and had a Dozen Raw ($8.50), Dozen House Special: Baked Oysters with Jalapeno and Cheese ($10.99), Calamari appetizer ($7), and Wings in Shrimp Sauce (Awesome garlicky hot sauce that is better than their Buffalo Sauce). All were excellent. Fat Tire and Blue Moon on Draft. Total was $46 before the tip. Best meal I have ever had here.
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Sara C.
The staff is really friendly, and the potato skins were yummy! However, the first and only time I went here I got sick as soon as I ate the oysters. I don't know if it was just a bad batch or if it wasn't oyster season or something. I do not recommend the oysters but other than that it was fine.
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Address :119 Southland Village,Ste C
Troy, AL, 36079
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Outdoor Seating : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Tim G.
Walked in alone on a business trip. Waitress sat me at the bar because I was single. Waited 5-7 minutes for bartender to quit flirting with the waitresses. Yelled for him and was ignored. I'm pretty easy to please. But the entire staff was at the bar and wasn't paying any attention to customers. I got up and walked out. Not a one of them said Boo.
(1)Frank U.
One of my favorite places to dine! First class staff and the baked oysters remind me New Orleans! Awesome place to grab a drink before going out! Get their early because it can get crowded at times!
(5)Marley G.
As a New England seafood snob, I can say that this place is a great little seafood find. We met up with friends we haven't seen in a long time and it was a lovely time. The waiter was attentive and quick and really thorough with our order. The fried pickles -- which I'd never had -- were amazing! And the steamed blue crab claws were a mouth watering treat. My fiance had the grilled lemon pepper shrimp and I had the grilled white fish. Both were succulent and fresh and very delicious. My fish was so big that I couldn't eat it all. The baked potato was fluffy and seemed just baked...not like it had been sitting around forever getting gummy and gooey. The drinks were affordable and the prices on the menu were reasonable, as well. Will definitely go back!
(4)Ron P.
I've been there many more than a few times...the Oysters were minuscule they had no problem charging the regular price. I'll not eat there again when I visit Troy for work every month.
(2)Ethan M.
Best Oysters and seafood you can get this far from the coast, North of Dothan! Nuff said! Though I will also add that the staff is fast and friendly, the shirts are cute, and the atmosphere is fun!
(5)Haley H.
One of the best places to eat in Troy. I haven't tried much on the menu, but the oysters are great. Service was decent but they seemed a little short staffed during my visit. Also have a decent size bar if you're looking to get a drink.
(5)patient z.
One of the best little places to eat in Troy. It's great for groups, and has a nice long bar if you just want to sit. Seating can sometimes be hard to find at lunchtime, but there's usually always somewhere to sit -- they used to have an entire other side of the restaurant that was just devoted to the smoking area, but since Troy has since banned smoking inside restaurants, it's now just regular seating. The food is seafood-based, as you could have probably guessed, though there's your usual staple items -- hamburgers, salads, chicken fingers, etc. My favorite is their cobb salad, though their shrimp po-boy's are great!
(4)Matt W.
Boring menu with very basic selection of fried seafood and mediocre oysters. To be fair, the Half Shell doesn't have much competition in Troy, and it's naturally harder to find better seafood so far inland, but the Half Shell still leaves much to be desired. Clientele always seemed to be mostly boozing frat boys and sorority girls with the odd smattering of locals. It livens it up at night, but, believe it or, there are better places in Troy to have a good time than the Half Shell.
(2)Yvonne G.
Half Shell is the local seafood restaurant and the only Oyster Bar in Troy. I lived in Troy for few years. I and my ex went to there for so many times I even couldn't remember. The cutest thing about Half Shell was over thousands one dollar bills. People liked to write their names and some special words on the dollar bills. I believe some of mine are still there. I did like the raw oysters, and my ex liked fried oysters. He said it tasted like some Taiwanese snack, only it had no basil. And I did like their Steamed Scallop Platter. But sometimes, the scallop were smaller than I expected. So if there is a chance I will go to Troy for some reason, I will stop by Half Shell. And it will remind me some old good times.
(3)Caitlin W.
Staying in town - have to say it was pretty good. The server (who I'm pretty sure was an owner) was adorable and a super server. Super attentive and patient with our crazy group of six. Best: fried mushrooms, fried pickles, fried oysters, raw oysters, hush puppies, boiled shrimp Good, but not great: gumbo, lemon pepper shrimp Also, love being in town with cheap beer! :)
(4)B M.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Troy. I cannot say much about all the menu items because I get the same thing every time - fried shrimp, so good.
(4)Rob B.
Wife and I went tonight and had a Dozen Raw ($8.50), Dozen House Special: Baked Oysters with Jalapeno and Cheese ($10.99), Calamari appetizer ($7), and Wings in Shrimp Sauce (Awesome garlicky hot sauce that is better than their Buffalo Sauce). All were excellent. Fat Tire and Blue Moon on Draft. Total was $46 before the tip. Best meal I have ever had here.
(4)Sara C.
The staff is really friendly, and the potato skins were yummy! However, the first and only time I went here I got sick as soon as I ate the oysters. I don't know if it was just a bad batch or if it wasn't oyster season or something. I do not recommend the oysters but other than that it was fine.
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