The Hard Shell - Downtown

4.7

4,7

1800 reviews

van $31 tot $50

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2 personen

17 feb 2025

19:00

Vandaag 10 keer gereserveerd

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Located in downtown Richmond's historic Shockoe Slip, The Hard Shell Restaurant is known to locals as one of the best seafood restaurants in town. With a new fresh look; The Hard Shell features sleek booths, lots of light and a vibrant city feel. The Hard Shell has Richmond's widest variety of fresh and local seafood. Menu items include signatures such as filet and lobster, shrimp and scallops, lump crab cakes. Patio requests honored when possible but tables are first come, first served. Happy hour is available at the bar and on the patio and is first come, first served. Private dining & reservations are available. Dress is casual.

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Stijl
Casual chique
Prijs
van $31 tot $50
Keuken
Zeevruchten, Steak
Openingstijden
Brunch zo 10:30 uur–16:00 uur Lunch ma–vr 11:30 uur–16:00 uur Happy hour Dagelijks 15:00 uur–18:00 uur Diner ma–do, zo 16:00 uur–21:00 uur vr, za 16:00 uur–22:00 uur
Telefoonnummer
(804) 643-2333
Website
https://thehardshell.com/downtown/
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual kleding
Private party faciliteiten
The private dining room accommodates parties up to 50 guests. The Hard Shell offers custom menus and bar packages to suit every event. The private dining room is the perfect place for dinner programs, wedding functions or celebrations.

Locatie
1411 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219
Wijk
Richmond
Kruispunt
14th St
Parking details
The Hard Shell validates parking after 5pm daily in the garage at the corner of 14th St. and Cary St. directly across from the restaurant.
Extra
Afhaalmaaltijd, Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bier, Cocktails, Kurkengeldvergoeding, Patio/Buiten eten, Patio/Buiten eten, Privékamers, Roken verboden, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Wijn

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Ruby Salts Oysters**US$ 12,96
- DzUS$ 24,95
Steamed ShrimpUS$ 12,95
- LbUS$ 24,95
Snow CrabUS$ 14,95
- LbUS$ 28,95
Middle Neck Clams**US$ 8,95
- DzUS$ 14,95
Dungeness Crab
- LbUS$ 30,95
King Crab
- LbUS$ 38,95
Snow Crab Combo**US$ 36,96
1 cluster snow crab, 6 mussels, 3 each shrimp, oysters, clams
Maine Lobster Combo**
1 ¼ LB lobster, 12 mussels, 6 each shrimp, oysters, clams
- MKT

Appetizers

Parmesan Truffle FriesUS$ 6,95
horseradish aioli
Lobster DipUS$ 9,95
with roasted peppers, fresh dill and fried flour tortillas
Fried CalamariUS$ 10,95
sweet chili & horseradish peppercorn aioli
Shrimp CocktailUS$ 12,95
5 jumbo shrimp, house cocktail sauce
Fried OystersUS$ 12,95
corn relish, house hot sauce, cilantro lime crema
Crab CakesUS$ 13,95
house tartar sauce
Pan Roasted Mussels^US$ 10,95
white wine herb lemon garlic butter, bacon, toasted bread
Seared ScallopsUS$ 15,95
dates, lardons, sage brown butter
Brussels SproutsUS$ 9,95
cranberry, parmesan, bacon
Cheese Plate^US$ 14,95
drunken goat, beemster xo gouda, jam, crostini

Soup & Salads

add to any salad: chicken $5.95, steak* $6.95, shrimp $6.95, salmon* $10.95

She Crab SoupUS$ 5,95
topped with crab meat
House SaladUS$ 7,95
carrots, tomatoes, radish, red onions, lemon herb vinaigrette
Classic CaesarUS$ 8,95
romaine, shaved parmesan cheese, croutons, white anchovies
Wedge SaladUS$ 10,95
tomatoes, smoked bacon, red onion, gorgonzola dressing
Arugula SaladUS$ 9,95
apple, cranberry, toasted pecans, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette

Sandwiches

served with house-cut fries or a side salad

Angus Burger*US$ 11,95
8 oz burger, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato & onion, brioche bun
Hard Shell Burger*US$ 13,95
bacon, fried onions, horseradish aioli, brioche bun
Crab Cake SandwichUS$ 14,95
arugula, house tartar sauce, brioche bun
Blackened Tuna SandwichUS$ 14,95
pickled carrots, radish, jalapeno, cilantro aioli, brioche bun
Fried Oyster Po BoyUS$ 14,95
chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato, sub roll
Maine Lobster RollUS$ 24,95
served hot with butter or cold with citrus herb aioli, shredded lettuce

Seafood

Fish TacosUS$ 18,95
fried grouper, pickled red cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeno, cilantro, chipotle aioli
Simply Grilled Salmon*US$ 21,95
roasted potatoes, asparagus, lemon butter
Seared RockfishUS$ 26,95
whipped potatoes, brussels, dates, bacon, lemon
Blackened Mahi MahiUS$ 22,95
coconut rice, sautéed spinach, pineapple salsa, plantain chip
Fried OystersUS$ 20,95
whipped potatoes, sauteed spinach, corn relish, cilantro lime crema
Live Maine Lobster
1 ¼ LB steamed whole, roasted potatoes, corn on the cob, drawn butter
- MKT
Grilled Shrimp & Scallops^^US$ 26,95
orange sticky rice, sauteed vegetables, soy ginger butter
Lobster TailUS$ 24,95
grilled or poached, roasted potatoes, asparagus, lemon butter
Pan Seared Crab Cakes^^US$ 28,95
corn & sweet potato salad, chipotle lime aioli, queso fresco
Hard Shell PastaUS$ 28,95
linguine, shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, lobster tail, tomato basil marinara

Meats

6 oz Filet Mignon*US$ 26,95
whipped potatoes, asparagus, rosemary demi-glace
10 oz Hanger Steak*US$ 25,95
house cut fries, horseradish aioli & house steak sauce
14 oz New York Strip*US$ 32,95
roasted potatoes, asparagus, jumbo lump crab, dijon cream
6 oz Angus Filet & Lobster Tail*
whipped potatoes, asparagus, drawn butter
- MKT
Bourbon Molasses RibsUS$ 20,95
full rack of ribs, french fries, slaw
Rib & Crab ComboUS$ 24,95
half rack of ribs, 1 cluster of dungeness crab, french fries, slaw

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4.7

4,7 gebaseerd op recente scores

4,6Eten
4,7Bediening
4,7Sfeer
4,5Prijs-kwaliteitverhouding

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Joseph
vip
New York City
19 recensies
5.0
19 recensies
1 dag geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Hard Shell is an amazing restaurant. The oyster selection is always good. I always order the rockfish or the sesame tuna. Both dishes are among the best at any restaurant in the city
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Sam
Virginia
7 recensies
5.0
7 recensies
1 dag geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 4
Food was delicious and the bartender was friendly and attentive. I’d definitely go back!
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adam
vip
Virginia
4 recensies
5.0
4 recensies
2 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Great experience as always! Keep doing what you do!
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Paul
Virginia
6 recensies
5.0
6 recensies
2 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
It’s been a while since we’ve been to The Hard Shell and it didn’t disappoint! They have a new room where we were seated and the atmosphere was stylish and the service was excellent. The food was just as wonderful as we remembered (Hard Shell Pasta and Grilled Shrimp and Scallops). Highly recommended!
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Dana
New York City
6 recensies
5.0
6 recensies
2 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
I had a wonderful dinner with my daughter tonight and our server, Christian, was absolutely fantastic ! Highly recommend.
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D
Demontral
Virginia
1 recensie
5.0
1 recensie
2 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
The ambience, the customer service, the food, everything was amazing. Thank you
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ilene
Virginia
2 recensies
5.0
2 recensies
3 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Great vibe! Highly recommend. Our waiter, Molokai (Spelling might be off) was professional and respectful. He was very attentive to our needs (anticipated the need for wine refills) and did everything right. We were a party of four and had 5:15 reservations which were made through “Open Table” so convenient. We parked on the street in front of the restaurant as well as garage parking directly across the street. We started with a cup of She Crab Soup topped with fresh crab, could’ve been hotter but still delicious. Also ordered the Lobster dip appetizer. Yum. I opted for the 3 course meal (Soup/ Surf &Turf/ Chocolate Mousse) for $58.95. Such a deal! My Valentine ordered blackened salmon over an arugula salad that had apples, cranberries, toasted pecans, goat cheese, topped with a champagne vinaigrette. Also ordered was the Fish Tacos consisted of fried grouper, pickled red cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeno, cilantro, chipotle aioli. Was told it was amazing. 4th entree ordered was the Seared Rockfish came complete with whipped potatoes, brussels, dates, bacon, and lemon. Delicious! All the portions were generous. The four of us was able to share the mousse-creamy, and topped with whipped crème. Highly recommend this restaurant! We will be back! Thank you!
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kelvin
South Carolina
4 recensies
5.0
4 recensies
3 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
All the staff great us when we walk in the door and they all was pleasant . My wife drop something on the floor that she thought she lost the waitress also help us look for it I love this place
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S
Steven
vip
Virginia
42 recensies
5.0
42 recensies
5 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Always a great experience here! The 10 oz Steak Frites was amazing! Had them blacken it and it was yummy! Our server Christian was terrific too.
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M
Michael
New York City
4 recensies
5.0
4 recensies
Gegeten op 8 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
The food was outstanding! The She Crab Soup was excellent - one of the best I ever tasted. I had a seafood tower that included crab, shrimp, clams, mussels and oysters and it was priced well and not lacking in numbers. Our waiter was very personable and knowledgeable and all around nice. He made for an enjoyable dinner. Parking is easy - a lot across the street that is comped by the restaurant. Highly recommend the food here. Try the Key Lime pie!
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19:00

Vandaag 10 keer gereserveerd

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1411 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219

Aanvullende informatie

Kruispunt
14th St
Wijk
Richmond
Openingstijden
Brunch zo 10:30 uur–16:00 uur Lunch ma–vr 11:30 uur–16:00 uur Happy hour Dagelijks 15:00 uur–18:00 uur Diner ma–do, zo 16:00 uur–21:00 uur vr, za 16:00 uur–22:00 uur
Prijs
van $31 tot $50
Keuken
Zeevruchten, Steak
Stijl
Casual chique
Dress code
Casual kleding
Parking details
The Hard Shell validates parking after 5pm daily in the garage at the corner of 14th St. and Cary St. directly across from the restaurant.
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Extra
Afhaalmaaltijd, Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bier, Cocktails, Kurkengeldvergoeding, Patio/Buiten eten, Patio/Buiten eten, Privékamers, Roken verboden, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Wijn

Website
https://thehardshell.com/downtown/
Telefoonnummer
(804) 643-2333
Private party faciliteiten
The private dining room accommodates parties up to 50 guests. The Hard Shell offers custom menus and bar packages to suit every event. The private dining room is the perfect place for dinner programs, wedding functions or celebrations.

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Ruby Salts Oysters**US$ 12,96

Steamed ShrimpUS$ 12,95

Snow CrabUS$ 14,95

Middle Neck Clams**US$ 8,95

Dungeness Crab

King Crab

Snow Crab Combo**US$ 36,96

Maine Lobster Combo**

Appetizers

Parmesan Truffle FriesUS$ 6,95

Lobster DipUS$ 9,95

Fried CalamariUS$ 10,95

Shrimp CocktailUS$ 12,95

Fried OystersUS$ 12,95

Crab CakesUS$ 13,95

Pan Roasted Mussels^US$ 10,95

Seared ScallopsUS$ 15,95

Brussels SproutsUS$ 9,95

Cheese Plate^US$ 14,95

Soup & Salads

She Crab SoupUS$ 5,95

House SaladUS$ 7,95

Classic CaesarUS$ 8,95

Wedge SaladUS$ 10,95

Arugula SaladUS$ 9,95

Sandwiches

Angus Burger*US$ 11,95

Hard Shell Burger*US$ 13,95

Crab Cake SandwichUS$ 14,95

Blackened Tuna SandwichUS$ 14,95

Fried Oyster Po BoyUS$ 14,95

Maine Lobster RollUS$ 24,95

Seafood

Fish TacosUS$ 18,95

Simply Grilled Salmon*US$ 21,95

Seared RockfishUS$ 26,95

Blackened Mahi MahiUS$ 22,95

Fried OystersUS$ 20,95

Live Maine Lobster

Grilled Shrimp & Scallops^^US$ 26,95

Lobster TailUS$ 24,95

Pan Seared Crab Cakes^^US$ 28,95

Hard Shell PastaUS$ 28,95

Meats

6 oz Filet Mignon*US$ 26,95

10 oz Hanger Steak*US$ 25,95

14 oz New York Strip*US$ 32,95

6 oz Angus Filet & Lobster Tail*

Bourbon Molasses RibsUS$ 20,95

Rib & Crab ComboUS$ 24,95

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