Shells Seafood - Tampa

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.

the big easy

fresh mahi-mahi blackened and topped with shrimp and scallops with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and grape tomatoes in our sun-dried tomato cream sauce. served with seasoned rice and our steamed veggies.

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 sauteed with peppers and onions, mushrooms, spinach, grape tomatoes in our creamy tomato sauce and seasoned rice and steamed veggies.

seafood cioppino

a classic italian seafood stew. a generous portion of marinara seafood clams, scallops, shrimp, and fresh tomatoes with caramelized onions, cherry tomatoes in our light italian tomato broth. served over rice.

ultimate combo

fresh salmon, grilled shrimp scampi and a jumbo lump crab cake. served over our seasoned rice and steamed veggies.

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!

parsley potatoes

red potatoes, clarified butter and fresh parsley.

mandarin slaw

fresh slaw with mandarin oranges.

rice pilaf

seasonal veggie

french fries

broccoli

cole slaw

steamed veggies

asparagus

fried shrimp with fries

shrimp skewer with fries

crispy fish with fries

shrimp pasta

chicken pasta

crispy chicken tenders with fries

macaroni and cheese

chicken tenders (grilled or fried) with fries

chicken tenders grilled or fried with fries

towering chocolate

a decadent chocolate cake high and covered with chocolate. served with two scoops of ice cream. serves two.

salted caramel

the name says it all.

key lime pie

a florida tradition made with graham cracker crust and cream.

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.

salted caramel cheesecake

the name says it all! truly delicious.

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.

the big easy topping

shrimp scampi, mussels, spinach and mushrooms in a creamy tomato sauce

snow crab legs

a delicate, sweet flavor. served with the long, slender, leg clusters attached to half of the body.

dungeness crab

san francisco's prized crab legs - meaty and sweet from pacific waters.

king crab legs

succulent king crab legs from the coldest northern waters.

crab 'n shrimp trio

1/2 lb. of snow crab legs, 1/2 lb. of dungeness crab legs and a 1/2 lb. of u-peel shrimp.

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

shrimp, scallops, mussels and clams tossed with linguine in our garlic and white wine cream sauce.

shrimp 'n scallop pasta

shrimp and sweet bay scallops tossed with linguine in shells' famous garlic and white wine cream sauce.

shrimp diablo

shrimp and penne pasta tossed in our classic spicy tomato sauce topped with fresh parsley.

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

sweet baby lobster tails sauteed 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.

shrimp'n scallop pasta

marinated shrimp and sweet bay scallops tossed with linguine in shells famous garlic and white wine cream sauce.

shrimp godfather

a generous portion of marinated shrimp and linguine tossed with caramelized onions and cherry tomatoes in our house-made garlic clam broth.

seafood siciliano

a generous portion of marinated shrimp, scallops, clams, and linguine tossed with caramelized onions and tomatoes in our light italian broth.

chicken siciliano

blackened chicken, grape tomatoes and caramelized onions sauteed with linguine in a light blend of white wine, seafood broth and italian red sauce.

shells clam chowder

the best clam chowder you'll ever eat! chock full of clams, potatoes, bacon and spices. gourmet magazine's been asking for our recipe since '88! you gotta try it!

coconut shrimp

a half-pound of hand-breaded shrimp lightly fried then tossed in fresh coconut milk. served with sweet thai chili.

fried mushrooms

a full pound, hand breaded and lightly fried.

peel 'n eat shrimp

half pound of shrimp, simply seasoned, served hot or cold.

shrimp and crab dip

made fresh daily. our original recipe chock full of shrimp and jumbo lump crabmeat. served with tortilla chips.

fried calamari

the best squid you ever ate! too good to use as bait! served with our spicy diablo sauce.

buffalo shrimp

a half-pound of hand-breaded shrimp tossed with our spicy buffalo sauce. blue cheese and celery sticks.

buffalo chicken

fresh chicken tenders, hand-breaded and tossed in our house-made buffalo sauce. blue cheese and celery sticks.

sauteed mussels

a pound of prince edward island mussels, sautéed with tomatoes and onions in a light red seafood broth.

crab cakes

two premium sautéed jumbo lump crab cakes.

conch fritters

caribbean conch and our spices make this hush puppy something to bark about!

fish spread

locally made with lightly smoked fish. served with pickles, red onion, louisiana hot sauce and crackers.

onion rings

hand cut and breaded to order. takes two days to make!

steamed clams

a dozen fresh clams steamed in garlic, white wine and spices. served in the shell.

lobster bisque

creamy lobster bisque with a hint of sherry wine! delicious!

u-peel shrimp

shell on shrimp, simply seasoned and dusted with old bay. served hot.

oysters on the half shell

big fat juicy oysters served on the half shell. raw or steamed.

peel'n eat shrimp

half-pound of shrimp, spicy seasoned, served hot

jambalaya

blackened chicken, shrimp and andouille sausage sauteed with peppers and onions in our homemade creole sauce. served over rice.

the big easy

blackened catfish smothered with shrimp, scallops, onions, tomatoes and mushrooms in our sun-dried tomato cream sauce.

crab cake dinner

three premium jumbo lump crab cakes.

bowl of scampi

a house favorite! almost a full pound of shrimp sautéed in shell's signature scampi sauce. served with rice.

grilled seafood combo platter

wild caught snapper paired with two skewers of zesty grilled shrimp. substitute today's fresh catch for an additional charge.

grilled shrimp 'n sea scallops

a skewer of grilled shrimp paired with succulent sea scallops.

grilled shrimp skewers

three grilled shrimp skewers brushed with a zesty marinade.

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.

ultimate combo

fresh salmon, grilled shrimp skewer and a jumbo lump crab cake.

chicken 'n veggies

grilled tenders served atop steamed veggies and seasoned rice.

new york strip steak

12 oz. hand-cut new york strip served with parsley potatoes and asparagus.

add a side salad

choose from ranch, blue cheese, country french, honey diion, caesar, balsamic vinegarette, raspberry walnut vinegarette, or oil and vinegar dressing

tropical chicken salad

crispy coconut chicken atop fresh greens, strawberries, mandarin oranges, craisins, walnuts and toasted coconut. raspberry walnut vinegarette dressing.

grilled shrimp wedge

wedge of iceberg lettuce garnished with applewood smoked bacon, diced tomatoes and two shrimp skewers.

salmon caesar salad

a classic! crisp romaine lettuce, croutons and shredded parmesan cheese tossed with our classic caesar dressing. topped with fresh salmon.

side caesar salad

a classic! crisp romaine lettuce, croutons, and shredded parmesan cheese tossed with our classic caesar dressing.

side house salad

mixed greens with grape tomatoes, red onion, mixed cheese, and croutons.

grilled shrimp caesar salad

two skewers of zesty grilled shrimp atop crisp romaine lettuce, croutons, and shredded parmesan cheese tossed with our classic caesar dressing.

fried shrimp

fried mississippi catfish

fried bay scallops

fried clam strips

fried chicken tenders

fried fish

fried trio

freshly breaded fried shrimp, scallops, and clam strips.

fisherman's feast

fried alaskan pollock, shrimp, scallops, and clam strips with french fries and mandarin cole slaw.

pinchers crab cakes

these babies have a ton of crab meat added for the discerning crab cake eater. locally-caught and hand-picked at island crab company, so fresh you may get some shell. served with two side bar choices.

creamy parmesan chicken tenders

shrimp 'n crab stuffed jalapeno poppers

fried mushrooms

calamari

chips 'n salsa

creamy parmesan mahi bites

sauteed mussels

a dozen clams

u-peel shrimp

alaskan snow crab

served with two side bar choices. add 1 lb. for $38 (no sides)

alaskan king crab

served with two side bar choices. add 1 lb. for $65 (no sides)

soft shell crab dinner

served with two side bar choices. soft shell crab locally-caught and sautéed in garlic butter or fried. no fuss...eat the whole thing! it takes a special sort of foodie to order soft shell, so if you order it you gotta eat it. no excuses.

blue crab clusters

our pinchers' family specialty - locally-caught clusters of the freshest blue crab served one of three ways. sides not included.

maryland style blue crabs

subject to local availability. if we can't get it, may we suggest snow crabs or king crabs. steamed in old bay and served with lots of towels. sides not included.

copper ridge cabernet

medium-bodied with flavors of blackberry, plum and cherry fruit; a hint of spice.

copper ridge merlot

medium-bodied. notes of raspberry, blackberry and plum with a hint of vanilla

louis martini cabernet

full bodied with berries, chocolate and some spice and toffee

mac murry pinot noir

aromas of lavender, notes of dark cherry and vanilla, hints of oak from barrel aging.

alamos malbec

full and rich, black raspberry, chocolate and spice.

red sangria

a flavorful blend of ruby-red wine and hints of orange, lemon, and lime.

mcmurray pinot noir

copper ridge chardonnay

ripe tree fruit with notes of pineapple and mango. hints of toasted oak and brown spice.

copper ridge pinot grigio

crisp, refreshing acidity and vibrant citrus and apple characters

copper ridge white zinfandel

light bodied, fruity with a crisp finish.

ck mondavi chardonnay

crisp with aromas of lemon and citrus. flavors are apple and pear with a hint of oak.

william hill chardonnay

baked apple, layered notes of toasty oak, caramel, and brown spice.

ecco domani pinot grigio

notes of citrus and floral aromas, hints of tropical fruit flavors.

white haven sauvignon blanc

notes of passion fruit, lemongrass, white peach and currant.

mirassou moscato

light floral and fresh fruit aromas. sweet peach, ripe pineapple, and citrus.

barefoot reisling

light bodied, sweet and refreshing.

white sangria

moscato wine with hints of orange, peach and apple.

whitehaven sauvignon blanc

barfoot riesling

bacon cheddar burger

black angus sirloin burger topped with cheddar and hickory smoked bacon slices.

honey buffalo burger

black angus sirloin burger topped with pepper jack cheese and applewood smoked bacon slices. drizzled with our house-made honey buffalo sauce.

mahi-mahi sandwich

wild caught mahi-mahi - grilled, blackened or fried. served on a potato roll with tarter sauce.

the dirty bird

blackened chicken topped with applewood smoked bacon and pepper jack cheese on a potato roll. served with our house-made bbq ranch.

grouper sandwich

fresh gulf grouper. grilled, blackened or fried. served on a potato roll with tartar sauce.

the big easy topping

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.

grilled shrimp skewers

two skewers of grilled shrimp in our zesty marinade.

crab cake

add on a single jumbo lump crab cake.

scallop skewer

a skewer of sea scallops grilled to perfection.

fried shrimp

1/4 lb hand breaded golden brown fried shrimp

snow crab

a delicate, sweet flavor. served with the long, slender, leg clusters attached to half of the body. get crackin'!

king crab

succulent king crab legs from the coldest northern waters.

house margarita

silver tequila, house made sour mix. the perfect blend of sweet and sour.

ode to gaspar rum punch

a blend of light and dark rums mixed with fresh orange, pineapple and cherry juices. topped with a floater of myers rum.

strawberry coconut mojito

fresh strawberries, coconut rum, lime and mint leaf.

island breeze

coconut rum, peach liquor, pineapple and cranberry juices. a beach classic!

strawberry margarita

silver tequila, house made margarita mix, fresh strawberries and a cuervo 1800 floater.

salted caramel cheesecake

the name says it all! truly delicious.

key lime pie

our "island style" recipe is made with real key lime juice and a homemade graham cracker crust.

towering chocolate cake

a decadent, three layer chocolate cake covered with a thick chocolate icing. served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

shrimp pasta

marinated shrimp and linguini tossed with fresh garlic, olive oil, california white wine and fresh cream.

chicken pasta

blackened chicken and linguini tossed with fresh garlic, olive oil, california white wine and fresh cream.

classic seafood pasta

a generous portion of marinated shrimp, scallops and clams, and linguine tossed with fresh garlic, olive oil, california white wine, and fresh cream.

shrimp godfather

a generous portion of marinated shrimp and linguine tossed with caramelized onions and tomatoes in our house-made garlic clam broth.

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.

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.

manhattan clams in linguini

indian river clams and linguine tossed with caramelized onions and tomatoes in our light italian broth.

shrimp and scallop pasta

marinated shrimp and sweet bay scallops tossed in linguini with fresh garlic, olive oil, california white wine and fresh cream.

seafood cioppinо

our take on an italian seafood stew. a generous portion of marinated shrimp, scallops, clams, and fresh fish with caramelized onions and tomatoes in our light italian broth. served over rice.

jambalaya

blackened chicken, shrimp and andouille sausage sauteed with peppers and onions in our homemade creole sauce. served over seasoned rice.

fried shrimp

shrimp fried golden brown and served with parsley potatoes and mandarin slaw.

fried scallops

sweet bay scallops hand breaded and fried golden brown. served with parsley potatoes and mandarin slaw.

fried chicken tenders

fresh chicken tenders hand breaded and fried golden brown

fried fish

whitefish fried golden brown and served with parsley potatoes and mandarin slaw.

fried trio

shrimp, sweet bay scallops, and whitefish hand breaded and fried golden brown. served with parsley potatoes and mandarin slaw.

the big easy

fresh mahi-mahi blackened and topped with shrimp and scallops with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and grape tomatoes in our sun-dried tomato cream sauce. served with seasoned rice and our steamed veggies.

crab cake dinner

three jumbo lump crab cakes served with seasoned rice and steamed veggies.

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.

grilled shrimp skewers

three grilled shrimp skewers brushed with our zesty marinade. served with seasoned rice and steamed veggies.

sea scallop skewers

two succulent sea scallop skewers grilled to perfection. served with seasoned rice and steamed veggies.

usda angus top sirloin

8oz certified angus top sirloin grilled to perfection. served with parsley potatoes and asparagus.

jambalaya

pepperoni and andouille sausage skillet with peppers and onions in our homemade cream sauce. served over rice.

the big easy

blackened mahi mahi smothered with shrimp scampi, bacon, tomatoes and mushrooms in our own dried tomato cream sauce.

crab cake dinner

three premium jumbo lump crab cakes.

grilled shrimp skewers

three grilled shrimp skewers brushed with a zesty marinade served over our 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 steamed veggies.

salmon felix

oscar's former favorite! fresh salmon topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and roasted red peppers in our lobster cream sauce. served with our seasoned rice and asparagus.

bayou chicken

fresh chicken, blackened and topped with mushrooms, grape tomatoes and caramelized onions in our sundried tomato cream sauce served over our seasoned rice and steamed veggies.

usda top sirloin

8 oz hand-cut top sirloin served with parsley potatoes and asparagus.

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.

bowl of scampi

a house favorite! loads of hot sauteed shrimp in our signature scampi sauce. served with rice.

grilled seafood combo platter

wild caught mahi-mahi paired with two skewers of tasty grilled shrimp. substitute today's fresh catch for an additional charge.

chicken 'n veggies

grilled tenders served atop steamed veggies and seasoned rice.

new york strip steak

12 oz. hand-cut new york strip served with parsley potatoes and asparagus.

fried shrimp

fried scallops

fried fish

fried flounder

fried mississippi catfish

fried bay scallops

fried clam strips

fried chicken tenders

fried trio

freshly breaded fried shrimp, scallops, and clam strips.

fisherman's feast

fried alaskan pollock, shrimp, scallops, and clam strips with french fries and mandarin cole slaw.

bud light drafts

chardonnay | pinot grigio | merlot | cabernet sauvignon | white zinfandel

red or white house sangria

house margarita on the rocks

gaspar rum punch

blend of light and dark rums, fresh orange, pineapple, and cherry juices. topped with a floater of myers rum

strawberry coconut mojito

coconut rum, fresh strawberries, lime, and fresh mint

island breeze

coconut rum, peach liquor, pineapple, and cranberry juices.

strawberry margarita

silver tequila, fresh strawberries and house made margarita mix. topped with a floater of 1800 tequila.

shrimp 'n crab duo

1 lb of our u-peel shrimp, simply seasoned and 1/2 lb of 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. get crackin'

fried shrimp

fried scallops

fried fish

fried chicken tenders

fried trio

fried whitefish, shrimp and scallops served with parsley potatoes and mandarin cole slaw.

2 shrimp skewers

fried shrimp

shrimp scampi

fried scallops

crab cake

1/2 lb of snow crab legs

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

certified angus top sirloin grilled to perfection. served with parsley potatoes and 2 shrimp skewers for 7.95

shells clam chowder

the best clam chowder you'll ever eat! chock-full of clams, potatoes, bacon and spices. gourmet magazine's been asking for our recipe since 1981! you gotta try it!

lobster bisque

creamy lobster bisque with sherry wine! delicious

buffalo shrimp

a half pound of shrimp tossed with our cheese & celery

buffalo

a half pound of chicken tossed with our cheese and celery

crab 'n shrimp trio

1/2 lb. of snow crab legs, 1/2 lb. of dungeness crab legs and a 1/2 lb. of u-peel shrimp.

shells shellfish boil

dungeness crab, u-peel shrimp, gulf oysters, mussels, clams and andouille sausage steamed and seasoned with old bay. enough for two but be "shellfish" and keep it all for yourself! no substitutions please

snow crab legs

a delicate, sweet flavor. served with the long, slender, leg dusters attached to half of the body. get crackin'!

dungeness crab

san francisco's prized crab legs - meaty and sweet from pacific waters,

king crab legs

succulent king crab legs from the coldest northern waters.

wells

house wines

domestic

drafts

margaritas, rum runners, hurricanes & sangrias

calls

premiums

strawberry coconut mojito

rumhaven coconut rum with muddled fresh strawberries, mint and lime, topped with soda water

strawberry lemonade

cruzan strawberry rum, lemonade, fresh mint and a splash of sprite

mermaid margarita

cuervo gold tequila, blue curacao, sour mix and a splash of orange juice

classic cosmo

new amsterdam citrus vodka, cranberry & lime juice and a splash of cointreau

blue lagoon tea

new amsterdam vodka, cuervo gold tequila, tanqueray gin, bacardi rum, blue curacao, sweet & sour and sprite

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.

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.

house or caesar salad

2 shrimp skewers

fried shrimp

shrimp scampi

fried scallops

crab cake

1/2 lb of crab legs

oysters

big fat juicy oysters shucked fresh all day. served on the half shell raw or with an attitude (steamed).

live maine lobsters

flown in fresh, just for you!

fried catfish dinner

two fillets of mississippi catfish hand-breaded in our seasoned breading. served with parsley potatoes and mandarin orange cole slaw.

fried clam strip dinner

breaded in shells seasoned breading and fried. served with mandarin orange cole slaw.

grilled dungeness crab

one pound of dungeness crab grilled and brushed with fresh herbs and spices. served with mandarin orange cole slaw and lemon wedges.

warm cinnamon coffee cake

served with vanilla ice cream.

1/2 lb of snow crab legs

the big easy topping

shrimp, scallops, onion, tomatoes and mushrooms in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce

the felix

jumbo lump crabmeat and roasted red peppers in a vodka cream sauce

oysters!

big fat juicy oysters served on the half shell raw or with an attitude (steamed)

fried chum strip dinner

a half pound of chum strips breaded in our house breading and served with mandarin orange cold slaw and parsley

dungeness crab

san fransisco's prized crab legs - meaty and sweet from pacific waters.

grilled lobster combo!

1/2 of a live maine lobster, stuffed with jumbo lump crab cake, grilled and served with a zesty shrimp skewer, parsley potatoes and mandarin slaw.