Love this place! The service is great and the product quality is consistently outstanding, so fresh it exceeds my expectations every time. Glad I stumbled upon this little hidden gem!

Great food! Love this place. Everything is fresh and delicious. Any time I am remotely close we have to go. It's clean and the staff is really nice.

Hidden Gem for Seafood Lovers in Chicago! This cozy, no-frills spot has that authentic, old-school charm that makes you feel at home the moment you walk in. If you're looking for fresh, delicious seafood without the pretentious atmosphere, this is the place. The food was fantastic! I went with the famous crab legs, and they were absolutely perfect--meaty, flavorful, and served piping hot. The garlic butter they use here is incredible, adding just the right amount of flavor without overpowering the natural taste of the seafood. The shrimp and oysters were also fresh and expertly cooked. The portions are very generous for the price, especially considering the quality. I was pleasantly surprised by how affordable everything was, making it a great spot for seafood lovers on a budget. The staff was friendly and attentive, checking in often to make sure we were happy

Half Shell is hands down one of the best seafood spots. The staff are warm and friendly, and make you feel right at home. The oysters are simply incredible--fresh, briny, and absolutely delicious. If you're a fan of crab legs, you're in for a treat. The crab legs are perfectly cooked and served on a bed of crispy fries, paired with a side of garlic and herb butter that takes the flavor to the next level. Don't miss out on the mahi tacos either! They're packed with flavor and come with fries, making for a satisfying and tasty meal. Every bite at Half Shell is a delight. Whether you're a seafood aficionado or just looking for a great meal, Half Shell is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

I want to kick myself for not coming here sooner! Knew I wanted king crab, but there was no way I was going to be able to eat 21 oz of it, so the server recommended I get the appetizer portion and it was 3 meaty legs. He even was nice enough to show me the easiest/cleanest way to crack them and get the most meat out effortlessly. So sweet and juicy and delicious. Comes with a mustard butter, which is chefs kiss! Also had a bowl of clam chowder, which was just as good as the crab. The vibe is dive bar meets oyster bar, and it's pretty perfect. Only accepts CASH! They do have an ATM inside!

I've had this place bookmarked for as long as I've been on Yelp, I'm 10yrs in Elite status, no telling how long I've been on here, but yeah this visit was LONG overdue!!! Thank God they're still open. That's a blessing in itself! Anywho, craving king crablegs, so we decided to drop by. We came in right before closing, but we were able to get seated and eat. We ordered fried shrimp, king crablegs, & snow crablegs. We also ordered 2 Mai tai's. Everything came out quickly and was fresh and hot. They don't season the crablegs, but their butter sauce is AMAZING!!!! That sauce was GOOD! The staff was friendly but hurried due to them nearing closing time. Which was fine. I live an hour or so from here, so that's why it took years to come by, but I'd come again if in the area.

can't beat the king crab we have been going here since the mid 1980's and it's wonderful. A dive bar with great seafood and nice servers, strong cocktails. You won't be disappointed. it's cash only, extremely casual, very fun for all ages and consistently good.

We came in for a date on a Saturday evening and had our choice of seating. It wasn't crowded at all and had a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The crab cake appetizer was amazing and fresh, our waitress was also very attentive, kind and patient. I had the shrimp po' boy, it was buttery, warm, and delicious. My partner went with the cheeseburger, which he got medium well, with a side of fries. He said the burger was exceptional and a good portion for him, and he was especially hungry that day. We loved the atmosphere and the food was tasty and came out quick. Can't wait to go back!