The Half Shell SSI Menu

Name: The Half Shell SSI
Address: 504 Beachview Dr, St Simons Island, GA 31522, United States, St Simons Island, GA, US
Telephone: +1 912-268-4241
Price range: $

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Seafood restaurant · $

504 Beachview Dr, St Simons Island, GA 31522, United States

+1 912-268-4241 · tap to call

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How far is The Half Shell SSI?

504 Beachview Dr, St Simons Island, GA 31522, United States

Distance from central St Simons Island1.6 mi

Straight-line distance from the midpoint of our St Simons Island listings.

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Hours of Operation

Monday5–9:30 pm

Tuesday5–9:30 pm

Wednesday5–9:30 pm

Thursday5–9:30 pm

Friday11:30 am–10 pm

Saturday11:30 am–10 pm

Sunday11:30 am–10 pm

Happy Hour & Drinks

Updated September 2026

The Half Shell SSI does not currently offer a confirmed happy hour. The restaurant features full food and drink menus across 107 verified items, available in full detail below.

Beer

Coors Banquet

Coors Light

Miller Light

Michelob Ultra

Yuengling

Stella Artois

Modelo Especial

Corona Light

Terrapin High & Hazy

Scofflaw Basement

Georgia Beer Co. Milk Stout

Atlanta Brewing Cider

Becks NA

Fever-Tree Ginger Beer NA

High Noon Hard Seltzer

Assorted Flavors

Drafts

Pabst Blue Ribbon

American-style lager

Terrapin Los Bravos

Mexican-style lager

Blue Moon

Belgian white wheat ale

Creature Comforts Tropicalia

American IPA

SweetWater 420

Pale Ale

Rotating Tap

Local, seasonal, and unique craft beers

House

Copper Ridge - California Chardonnay

Pinot Grigio

Merlot

Cabernet

White Zinfandel

Whites

Chardonnay - Sea Glass - California

Chardonnay - Kendall Jackson - California

Pinot Grigio - Luna Nuda - Italy

Pinot Grigio - Maso Canali - Italy

Riesling - Chateau St. Michelle - Columbia Valley

Rose - Fleur de Mer - France

Sauvignon Blanc - 13 Celsius - New Zealand

Fume Blanc - Ferrari Carano - California

Moscato - Stenmari - Italy

Prosecco - Zonin - Italy

Reds

Cabernet - The Seeker - Argentina

Cabernet - Z. Alexander Brown - California

Malbec - Colores Del Sol - Argentina

Pinot Noir - Line 39 - California

Pinot Noir - Firesteed - Oregon

Red Blend - Josh Cellars Legacy Red - California

Specialty Cocktails

Half Shell Bloody Mary

Voted best on the island since 2013. Vodka and Jimmy Luvs Bloody Mary Mix served in an Old Bay rimmed glass and topped with boiled shrimp, and a pickled okra

The Island Mule

A classic cocktail perfect for the beach. Vodka, Tres Agaves Organic Margarita Mix, fresh-squeezed lime juice, and Fever-Tree ginger beer

Coco - Rita

Our twist on a piña colada on the rocks. 1800 Coconut tequila, fresh-squeezed lime juice, and pineapple

Pineapple Punch

This boozy rum runner is another island favorite. White rum, coconut rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, and a dark rum float

Sweet Rickshaw

Our house-infused gin sets this cocktail apart. Basil and strawberry-infused gin, organic strawberry lime juice, and Fever-Tree ginger beer

Lemon Drop Cosmo

Our most popular martini. Citrus vodka, sour mix, and cranberry juice served with a sugared rim

Porch Swing Lemon Fashioned

Perfect for front porch sippin'. Buffalo Trace bourbon, rosemary simple syrup, muddled lemons, and a splash of soda

The 504 Paloma

A refreshing variation on a classic that's sure to quench your thirst. Camarena Silver tequila, elderflower liqueur, Aperol, and grapefruit juice served in a salt-rimmed glass

Beachview Vice

This cocktail was born right here on Beachview Drive Coconutrurn, strawberries, fresh-squeezed lime juice, and a splash, of soda

Oyster Shooters

The Half Shell

Citrus vodka, fresh-squeezed lemon, horseradish, Tabasco, oyster, and an Old Bay rim

Bloody Mary Shooter

Vodka, fresh-squeezed lemon, Jimmy Luv's Bloody Mary Mix, oyster, and an Old Bay rim

South of the Border

Camarena Silver tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, Tabasco, oyster, limesalt rim, and lime wedge

The Red Neck

Pabst Blue Ribbon, Tabasco, fresh-squeezed lemon and lime, oyster, and an Old Bay rim

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Updated September 2026

Starters

Crab Bisque

Blue crab, cream, Old Bay, sherry

Georgia Shrimp Ceviche

Local shrimp, tomato, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, wontons

Fried Calamari

Rings only with fried cilantro, lime, wasabi-orange marmalade

Blue Crab Cake

Lump & claw blue crab, holy trinity, creole remoulade, cajun dust

Peel & Eat Georgia Shrimp

Hot or Cold | Cajun dust, cocktail sauce, lemon, and cajun butter

Open-Face Tuna Tacos

NOT YOUR TYPICAL TACO. Sesame seared, rare ahi tuna, sweet chili slaw, cilantro-lime cream, wonton skins

Oysters

Half Shell Oysters

Raw or steamed. cocktail sauce, horseradish, lemon, saltines | 1/2 doz or doz

Oysters Frederica

Baked. With spinach, bacon, shiitake mushroom, panko & asiago cheese crust | 1/2 doz

Ceviche Oysters

Raw oysters on the half shell, with local shrimp ceviche and lime | 1/2 doz

Cajun Oysters

Baked with cajun butter, bacon crumbles, asiago cheese, cajun dust | 1/2 doz

Lemon & Garlic Oysters

Broiled with lemon juice & zest, garlic, whole butter, parsley and green onion | 1/2 doz

Salads

House Salad

Romaine hearts, vine-ripened tomato, cucumber, red onion and blackened oyster cracker croutons

Half Shell Caesar

Romaine hearts, asiago cheese, blackened oyster croutons and caesar cranberries

Spinach Salad

Baby spinach, crumbled blue cheese, bacon crisps, boiled egg and dried cranberries

Mandarin Orange & Strawberry Salad

Romaine hearts, mandarin oranges, strawberries, crumbled blue cheese and candied pecans

Entrees

Ask your server about adding mahi, oysters, shrimp or a crab cake to your entree!

Catch of the Day

Fresh fish prepared your way, blackened or grilled with lemon butter sauce and a choice of two sides

Blue Crab Cakes

Two seared lump and blue claw crab cakes with creole remoulade and a choice of two sides

BBQ Shrimp & Grits

Blackened Georgia shrimp, Half Shell BBQ sauce, andouille sausage, peppers, and onions with cheese grits

Cajun Pork Chop (8 oz)

Cajun dusted and seared 8 oz. pork rib-eye with Half Shell BBQ sauce. Served with a choice of two sides

Sandwiches & Stuff

Served with choice of one side

The Half Shell Burger

Two grilled 4-oz patties cooked medium well, with American cheese, bacon crisps, lettuce, tomato and red onion served on a brioche roll | Add a Sunny-Side Up Egg

Blue Crab BLT

Seared lump and blue claw crab cake, bacon crisps, lettuce, tomato, and creole remoulade served on a brioche roll

Fish Sandwich (6 oz)

Mahi prepared your way, blackened, grilled or fried with lettuce, tomato, and dill tartar sauce on a brioche roll

Open-Face Tuna Tacos

Not your typical taco. Sesame seared, rare ahi tuna, sweet chili slaw, cilantro-lime cream on creamy wonton skins

Plates

Chicken Tenders

With honey dijon, ranch or BBQ sauce

Mahi

With dill tartar sauce & lemon

Georgia Shrimp

With cocktail sauce & lemon

Fried Oysters

With cocktail sauce & lemon

Sides

Bacon Wrapped Green Beans

Sweet Chili Slaw

Stone Ground Cheese Grits

Sidewinder Fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Beer Battered Onion Rings

Steamed Broccoli Florets

Sauteed Vegetables

Stewed Green Beans and Shiitakes

Side Salads

House

Caesar

Spinach

Orange/Strawberry

Kids Menu

For 12 and under. Served with fries-

Fried Shrimp

Chicken Tenders

Burger

Cheeseburger

Desserts

There is a reason why we only have one dessert!

Butter Cake

Ice Cream

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Half Shell SSI have a cocktail or drinks menu?

Yes. The Half Shell SSI lists 56 drinks on this page under Our Drinks.

What food does The Half Shell SSI serve?

The Half Shell SSI publishes Menu, 48 dishes.

Does The Half Shell SSI have dessert?

Yes, 3 on the menu.

Where is The Half Shell SSI located?

The Half Shell SSI is located at 504 Beachview Dr, St Simons Island, GA 31522, United States.

Is The Half Shell SSI good for groups?

The Half Shell SSI is a Seafood restaurant in St Simons Island. For large groups, we recommend calling ahead at +1 912-268-4241 to check availability.

What type of restaurant is The Half Shell SSI?

The Half Shell SSI is a Seafood restaurant located in St Simons Island, GA.