Shells Seafood Restaurant Menu
Shells Seafood Restaurant, located in Tampa, Florida, offers a wide range of seafood dishes with many vegetarian options. From their famous clam chowder to the creamy lobster bisque and buffalo shrimp appetizers, the menu is filled with tantalizing options. Their signature pastas, like the Shrimp Pasta and Chicken Pasta, are must-tries, as well as their Classic Caesar and Tropical Salads. The restaurant is known for its great service, well-mixed drinks, and accommodating staff. Despite being off the beaten path, Shells Seafood Restaurant is a hidden gem with incredible food. As a long-time fan, Dominick T. raves about the good seafood and solid drinks, while Christopher V. drives all the way from Miami for their delicious dishes. For a memorable dining experience in a cozy setting, Shells Seafood Restaurant is a top choice.
Start It off
Shells Clam Chowder
The best clam chowder you'll ever eat! Chock-full of clams, potatoes, bacon and spices. Gourmet Magazines been asking for our recipe since 88! You gotta try it!
Lobster Bisque
Creamy lobster bisque with a hint of sherry wine! Delicious!
Buffalo Shrimp
A half pound of hand-breaded shrimp tossed with our spicy buffalo sauce. Blue cheese & celery sticks
Buffalo Chicken
A half pound of hand-breaded chicken tossed with our spicy buffalo sauce. Blue cheese & celery sticks
Peel 'n Eat Shrimp*
1/2 lb shrimp simply seasoned, served hot
Shrimp and Crab Dip
Made fresh daily. Our original recipe, four cheeses chock-full of shrimp and jumbo lump crabmeat. Served with tortilla chips
Fried Mushrooms
Hand-breaded mushrooms fried golden brown and served with our zesty island sauce
Fried Calamari
The best squid you ever ate! Too good to use for bait! Served with our spicy Diablo sauce
Crab Cakes
Two premium sautèed jumbo lump crab cakes
Coconut Shrimp
1/2 lb of hand-breaded shrimp lightly fried then tossed in sweetened coconut milk and tossed in toasted coconut flakes. Served over tortilla chips with sweet Thai chili
Steamed Clams
A dozen fresh clams from the rivers of Florida steamed in garlic, white wine and spices. Served in the shell
Shrimp Pasta
The dish that made Shells famous! A generous portion of marinated shrimp and linguine tossed with fresh garlic, olive oil, California white wine and fresh cream
Chicken Pasta
Blackened chicken and linguine tossed with fresh garlic, olive oil, California white wine and fresh cream
Classic Seafood Pasta
A generous portion of marinated shrimp, scallops, clams, and linguine tossed with Shell's famous garlic and white wine cream sauce
Shrimp 'n Scallop Pasta
Marinated shrimp and sweet bay scallops tossed with linguine in Shell's famous garlic and white wine cream sauce
Shrimp Godfather
A generous portion of marinated shrimp and linguine tossed with caramelized onions and cherry tomatoes and sautéed in white wine, garlic and spices
Shrimp Mezzo Mezzo
Mezzo Mezzo means half and half. Marinated shrimp, sliced mushrooms and penne pasta in a zesty blend of tomato sauce and garlic cream sauce
Baby Lobster Pasta
Succulent baby lobster tails tossed with linguine in our lobster cream sauce. Available only in season
Shrimp and Cheese Tortellini
Tri-colored tortellini stuffed with cheese and sauteed with shrimp in Shells' signature cream sauce with Parmesan cheese
Seafood Siciliano
A generous portion of marinated shrimp, scallops, clams, and linguine tossed with caramelized onions and tomatoes in our light Italian broth
Pastas
Greens
Classic Caesar
Crisp romaine lettuce, croutons and shredded parmesan cheese tossed with our classic Caesar dressing
Classic Greens*
Fresh greens, parsley, onions, grape tomatoes, mixed cheese with your choice of dressing
Tropical Salad*
Fresh greens, strawberries, mandarin oranges, craisins, walnuts, and toasted coconut served with a raspberry walnut vinaigrette. (We recommend you top it with our crispy coconut chicken!)
Oysters
Big fat juicy oysters served on the half shell raw, or with an attitude (steamed)! There is a risk associated with consuming raw oysters or any raw animal protein. If you have chronic illness of the liver, stomach or blood, or have immune disorders, you are at risk of serious illness from raw oysters and should eat oysters fully cooked. If unsure of your risk, please contact a physician. Florida Department of Natural Resources
Oysters
Chargrillin'
Grilled Shrimp Skewers*
Three grilled shrimp skewers brushed with our house made zesty marinade. Served with seasoned rice and steamed veggies
Grilled Shrimp 'n Sea Scallops*
A skewer of grilled shrimp paired with succulent sea scallops served over our seasoned rice and veggies
USDA Top Sirloin*
8oz Certified Angus Top Sirloin grilled to perfection. Served with parsley potatoes and asparagus
Island Shrimp Tacos
Two blackened shrimp tacos atop lettuce, tomato and mixed cheese with our house made island sauce. Served with chips n salsa
Mahi Mahi Tacos
Two Mahi tacos, grilled or blackened, atop lettuce, tomato and mixed cheese with our house made island sauce. Served with chips n salsa
Bacon Cheddar Burger
1/2 lb Sirloin burger topped with cheddar and applewood smoked bacon. Served with our house-made smokey-ranch dressing and a side of crispy fries
Honey Buffalo Burger
1/2 lb Sirloin burger topped with pepper jack cheese and applewood smoked bacon. Served with our house-made honey buffalo sauce and a side of crispy fries
The Dirty Bird
Blackened chicken, applewood smoked bacon and pepper jack cheese served with our house-made smokey ranch dressing and a side of crispy fries
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Fresh chicken, hand-breaded and tossed in our signature buffalo sauce. Served with lettuce, tomato, onion and pepper jack cheese with blue cheese and a side of crispy fries
Eat with Your Hands
Fresh Fish
Fresh Fish
Choose from our daily selection of fresh fish. We'll cook it just the way you like it - grilled, blackened, or fried. Served with seasoned rice and steamed veggies. Ask your server about our delicious toppings. Dockside price
The Big Easy
Shrimp, scallops, onions, tomatoes and mushrooms in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce
The Felix
Jumbo lump crabmeat and roasted red peppers in a lobster cream sauce
Top Your Fish
Get Crabby
Shrimp n Crab Duo*
1 lb peel 'n eat shrimp and 1/2 lb snow crab. Served with parsley potatoes and mandarin slaw
Snow Crab Legs*
A delicate, sweet flavor. Served with the long, slender leg clusters attached to half of the body. Served with parsley potatoes, and mandarin slaw. Available in 1 lb - 1.5 lb - 2 lb
Dungeness Crab Legs*
San Francisco's prized crab legs! Meaty and sweet from the coldest Pacific waters. Served with drawn butter, parsley potatoes, and mandarin slaw. Available in 1 lb - 1.5 lb - 2 lb
Jambalaya
Blackened chicken, shrimp and andouille sausage sauteed with peppers and onions in our homemade creole sauce. Served over seasoned rice
Crab Cake Dinner
Three jumbo lump crab cakes served with seasoned rice, steamed veggies and our house made island sauce
Salmon Felix*
Oscar s former roommate! Fresh salmon topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and roasted red peppers in a lobster cream sauce. Served with our seasoned rice over asparagus
Bayou Chicken
Fresh chicken blackened and topped with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and grape tomatoes in our sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Served with seasoned rice and our steamed veggies
Seafood Cioppino
A classic Italian seafood stew. A generous portion of marinated shrimp, scallops, clams, and fresh fish with caramelized onions and cherry tomatoes in our light Italian broth. Served over rice
Ultimate Combo
Fresh salmon, grilled shrimp skewer and a jumbo lump crab cake. Served over our seasoned rice and steamed veggies
Specialties
From the Deep...Fryer
Fried Shrimp
1/2 lb of hand-breaded shrimp fried golden brown
Fried Scallops
Sweet bay scallops hand-breaded and fried golden brown
Fried Fish
Flaky whitefish hand-breaded and fried golden brown
Fried Trio
Fried whitefish, shrimp and bay scallops fried golden brown!
Fried Chicken Tenders
Fried Tenders hand breaded and fried golden brown!
House or Caesar Salad
2 Shrimp Skewers
Shrimp Scampi
Crab Cake
1/2 lb of Crab Legs
Make Any Meal a Combo
Sides
Parsley Potatoes
Red potatoes, clarified butter and fresh parsley
Mandarin Slaw
Fresh slaw with mandarin oranges
Rice Pilaf
Seasonal Veggie
French Fries
Broccoli
Asparagus
Fried Shrimp with Fries
Shrimp Skewer with Fries
Crispy Fish with Fries
Crispy Chicken Tenders with Fries
Macaroni and Cheese
Kids Menu
Desserts
Towering Chocolate Cake
A decadent chocolate cake piled three layers high and covered with a thick chocolate icing. Served with two scoops of vanilla ice cream. Serves two
Salted Caramel Cheesecake
The name says it all! Truly delicious
Key Lime Pie
A Florida tradition. Our "Island Style" recipe is made with real key lime juice and a homemade graham cracker crust. Served with whipped cream
