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The Hard Shell Bellgrade
11400 W Huguenot Rd, Suite #123
Midlothian, US-VA 23113
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Dinner
Brunch
Desserts
Beverage
Lunch
Happy Hour
Dinner
Raw Bar
Cheaspeake Oysters*
gluten-free
- $12.95
- $24.95
Ruby Salts Oysters*
- $15.95
- $30.95
Blue Point Oysters*
- $15.95
- $30.95
Oyster Sampler*
- $15.95
- $30.95
Middle Neck Clams*
gluten-free
- $8.95
- $16.95
Spiced Shrimp
- $14.95
- $28.95
Steamed Mussels
- $9.95
- $18.95
Shrimp Cocktail
$12.95Dungeness Crab
- $18.95
- $36.95
Snow Crab Legs
- $16.95
- $32.95
King Crab
$68.95Jumbo Crab Cocktail
$26.95
gluten-free
Seafood Towers
Steamed Lobster
$68.95
1 ¼ lobster, 12 mussels, 6 each, shrimp, oysters & clams- gf
Steamed Snow Crab
$36.95
1 cluster snow crab, 6 mussels, 3 each shrimp, oysters & clams - gf
Chilled Lobster*
$85.95
1 ¼ lb lobster, 6 shrimp, 12 chesapeake oysters, tuna crudo - gf
Chilled King Crab*
$119.95
1 lb king crab, jumbo crab cocktail, 6 shrimp, 12 chesapeake oysters - gf
Appetizers
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$9.95
horseradish aioli - gf
gluten-free
Crab Dip
$15.95
old bay, parmesan, lump crab, toasted baguette
Shrimp & Lobster Potstickers
$17.95
ponzu sauce, scallion
BBQ Ribs
$10.95
molasses bbq glazed pork ribs, crispy fried onions
Pan Seared Crab Cakes
$21.95
house tartar sauce
Tuna Tartare Tacos*
$12.95
ponzu, cilantro, scallion, sesame, wasabi emulsion
gluten-free
Fried Calamari
$15.95
sweet chili & horseradish peppercorn aioli
Oysters Rockefeller
$16.95
baked chesapeake oysters, bacon, creamed spinach, parmesan cheese, bread crumb
Fried Oysters
$16.95
corn relish, house hot sauce, cilantro lime crema
Pan Roasted Mussels
$15.95
bacon, white wine herb lemon garlic butter, tomatoes, toasted bread
Seared Scallops
$20.95
bacon, dates, sage brown butter - gf
gluten-free
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
$11.95
bacon. cranberry, parmesan, apple lemongrass gastrique
gluten-free
Parker House Rolls
$6.95
fresh baked, butter brushed, parmesan finished
Soup & Salads
add to any salad: chicken $6.95, shrimp $9.95, steak* $12.95, salmon* $15.95
She Crab Soup
topped with crab meat
- $7.95
- $9.95
Mixed Greens Salad
$9.95
carrots, tomatoes, radish, red onions, lemon herb vinaigrette - gf
gluten-free
Caesar Salad
$11.95
romaine, shaved parmesan cheese, croutons, white anchovies
Wedge Salad
$12.95
bacon, tomatoes, red onion, gorgonzola dressing - gf
gluten-free
Arugula Salad
$11.95
apple, cranberry, toasted pecans, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette - gf
gluten-free
Sandwiches
served with house-cut fries or side salad
Angus Burger*
$16.95
8 oz burger, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato & onion, brioche bun
Hard Shell Burger*
$18.95
8oz angus burger, bacon, cheddar cheese, fried onions, horseradish aioli, brioche bun
Fried Oyster Po' Boy
$18.95
chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato, grilled bun
Crab Cake Sandwich
$21.95
arugula, house tartar sauce, brioche bun
Blackened Tuna Sandwich*
$18.95
pickled carrots, radish, jalapeno, cilantro aioli, brioche bun
Maine Lobster Roll
$30.95
served hot with butter or cold with citrus herb aioli, mixed greens
Mains
Shrimp Pasta
$26.95
linguine, asparagus, tomato, parmesan leek cream
Fried Grouper Tacos
$21.95
pickled red cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeno, cilantro, chipotle aioli
Pan Seared Salmon*
$27.95
sweet potato puree, garlic spinach, gremolata
Blackened Mahi Mahi
$27.95
coconut sticky rice, sauteed spinach, pineapple salsa, plantain chip - gf
gluten-free
Sesame Seared Tuna*
$27.95
orange sticky rice, wakame salad, tamari reduction, served medium rare
Crispy Skin Rockfish
$29.95
bacon. polenta, brussels sprouts, dates, lemon butter
gluten-free
Fried Oysters
$26.95
whipped potatoes, sautéed spinach, corn relish, cilantro lime crema
Grilled Shrimp & Scallops
$34.95
orange sticky rice, sautéed vegetables, soy ginger butter
Pan Seared Crab Cakes
$36.95
sweet potatoes, corn salad, chipotle lime aioli, queso fresco, cilantro, pickled red onion
Hard Shell Pasta
$36.95
shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, lobster tail, linguine, red pepper flake, tomato basil marinara
Crab Cake & Lobster Tail
$42.95
whipped potatoes, asparagus, drawn butter, house tartar
gluten-free
Butter Poached Lobster Tails
mashed potatoes, asparagus, citrus beurre blanc
- $30.95
- $56.96
Live Maine Lobster
1 ¼ lb steamed whole, roasted potatoes, corn on the cob, drawn butter
- MKT
From the Grill
6 oz Filet Mignon*
$34.95
whipped potatoes, asparagus, rosemary demi-glace - gf
gluten-free
9 oz Filet Mignon*
$48.95
whipped potatoes, green beans, rosemary demi-glace
10 oz Steak Frites*
$32.95
grilled sirloin, house-cut fries, arugula, horseradish aioli & house steak sauce
14 oz New York Strip*
$42.95
oscar style, jumbo lump crab, asparagus, hollandaise, whipped potato - gf
gluten-free
16 oz Blackened Ribeye*
$44.95
jumbo shrimp, roasted potatoes, broccolini, gorgonzola cream sauce
gluten-free
Bourbon Molasses Ribs
$26.95
with fries, slaw
gluten-free
Rib & Crab Combo
$28.95
bourbon molasses ribs, 1 cluster of dungeness crab, fries & slaw
gluten-free
Filet & Lobster Tail*
$55.95
whipped potatoes, asparagus, drawn butter - gf
Simply Prepared
served with a choice of two: roasted potatoes, whipped potatoes, asparagus, brussels sprouts, broccolini OR over mixed greens with lemon herb vinaigrette
Salmon*
$27.95Mahi
$27.95Rockfish
$29.95Shrimp
$26.96Tuna*
$27.95Sides
Mashed Potatoes - gf
$6.95Sweet Potatoes - gf
$6.95Roasted Potatoes
$6.95Green Beans - gf
$6.95Brussels Sprouts
$6.95House Cut Fries
$6.95Grilled Asparagus - gf
$6.95Sautéed Spinach
$6.95Sautéed Broccolini
$6.95
gf - gluten friendly (cross contamination with other food items that contain gluten is possible) * These items may be served raw or undercooked to customer preference. **These items are served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Raw Bar
Cheaapeake Oysters*
- $12.95
- $24.95
Ruby Salts Oysters*
- $15.95
- $30.95
Blue Point Oysters*
- $15.95
- $30.95
Oyster Sampler*
- $15.95
- $30.95
Middle Neck Clams*
- $8.95
- $16.95
Spiced Shrimp
- $14.95
- $28.95
Steamed Mussels
- $9.95
- $18.95
Shrimp Cocktail
$12.95Dungeness Crab
- $18.95
- $36.95
Snow Crab Legs
- $16.95
- $32.95
King Crab Legs
68.95
Jumbo Crab Cocktail
$26.95Steamed Lobster Tower
$68.95
1/4 lobster, 12 mussels, 6 each, shrimp, oysters & clams - gf
Steamed Snow Crab Tower
$36.95
1 cluster snow crab, 6 mussels, 3 each shrimp, oysters & clams - gf
Pancakes & Such
served with syrup and whipped cream
Buttermilk Pancakes
$8.95Chocolate Chip Pancakes
$9.95Blueberry Pancakes
$9.95Blueberry Muffins
$5.95
with butter
Eggs & Such
served with fresh fruit and home fries
Two Eggs Any Style*
$10.95
with link sausage or house smoked applewood bacon - gf
Ham and Cheese Omelette
$14.95
a classic with Virginia ham, swiss cheese - gf
Garden Omelet
$14.95
spinach, tomato, red peppers, caramelized onion, white cheddar cheese - gf
Breakfast Burrito
$12.95
scrambled eggs, bacon, cheddar, tomato, corn, cilantro lime crema
Crab Omelet
$18.95
lump crab, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, monterey jack cheese - gf
Eggs Benedict*
$15.95
english muffin, Virginia ham, asparagus, hollandaise
Crab Cake Benedict*
$20.95
english muffin, lump crab cake, asparagus, hollandaise
Steak and Eggs*
$28.95
10oz grilled sirloin, herb butter, crispy onions, with two eggs your way - gfo
Lobster Omelet
$22.95
fresh lobster, jack cheese, corn relish
Starters
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$9.95
horseradish aioli
Fried Calamari
$15.95
sweet chili & horseradish peppercorn aioli
Crab Dip
$15.95
old bay, parmesan, lump crab, toasted baguette
Shrimp Cocktail
$12.95
5 jumbo shrimp, house cocktail - gf
Tuna Tartare Tacos**
$12.95
ponzu, cilantro, scallion. sesame, wasabi emulsion
Soups & Salad
add chicken $6.95 / shrimp $9.95 / steak* $12.95 / salmon $15.95
She Crab Soup
with lump crab & sherry
- $7.95
- $9.95
Mixed Greens Salad
$9.95
carrots, tomatoes, radish, red onions, lemon herb vinaigrette - gf
Caesar Salad
$11.95
romaine, shaved parmesan cheese, croutons, white anchovies
Wedge Salad
$12.95
cherry tomatoes, smoked bacon, red onion, gorgonzola dressing - gf
Arugula Salad
$11.95
apple, cranberry, toasted pecans, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette - gf
Sandwiches
served with choice of house cut fries or a side salad
Angus Burger*
$16.95
8oz burger, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun
Hard Shell Burger*
$18.95
smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, fried onions, horseradish aioli
Crab Cake Sandwich
$21.95
arugula, house tartar, brioche bun
Blackened Chicken Sandwich*
$18.95
cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle aioli
Cajun Chicken Wrap
$14.95
monterey jack, lettuce, tomato, onion, chiptole aioli
Maine Lobster Roll
$30.95
served cold with citrus herb aioli & shredded lettuce or hot with butter
Entrees
Fried Grouper Tacos
$21.95
pickled red cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeno, cilantro, chipotle aioli
Baja Shrimp Tacos
$19.95
crispy fried shrimp, corn salsa, cilantro crema
Pan Seared Salmon*
$27.95
roasted red potatoes, asparagus, lemon butter
Fried Oysters
$26.95
whipped potatoes, sautéed spinach, corn relish, cilantro lime crema
Pan Seared Crab Cakes
$23.95
sweet potatoes, corn salad, chipotle lime aioli, queso fresco, cilantro, pickled red onion
Poached Lobster Tail
whipped potatoes, asparagus, lemon butter - gf
- $30.95
- $56.95
6 oz Filet Mignon*
$34.95
whipped potatoes, haricot verts, rosemary demi-glace - gf
Crab Cake & Lobster Tail
$42.95
whipped potatoes, asparagus, drawn butter, house tartar
14 oz New York Strip
$42.95
Oscar style, jumbo lump crab, asparagus, hollandaise, whipped potato - gf
gf - gluten friendly (cross contamination with other food items that contain gluten is possible) * These items may be served raw or undercooked to customer preference. **These items are served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Desserts
Key Lime Pie
$9.95
topped with whip cream
Chocolate Fudge Brownie
$9.95
served with vanilla ice cream, chocolate ganache, whipped cream
Vanilla Cheesecake
$9.95
served with fresh berries, raspberry puree, whipped cream
Bread Pudding
$9.95
chef's selection, served warm with vanilla ice cream
Creme Brûlée
$9.95
served with powdered sugar, fresh berries
Dessert Martinis
Key Lime Tini
$14.00
stoli vanilla, licor 43, key lime juice, cream, simple syrup, graham cracker float
Tiramisu
$14.00
belle isle coffee moonshine, disaronno amaretto, cream de cacao, bailey's irish cream, chocolate bitters, fee foam
Nuts & Berries
$14.00
pinnacle whipped vodka, frangelico, limoncello, chambord, splash cream, simple syrup
Let Them Eat Cake
$14.00
hornitos black barrel tequila, rumchata, creme de cacao, ancho reyes chile liqueur, simple syrup
Speciality Cocktails
Cosmosa
$10.00
titos, triple sec, lime, cranberry, sparkling rosé
Espresso Martini
$13.00
van gogh espresso vodka, stoli vanilla, kahlua, coffee, chocolate bitters
Blueberry Lavender Moonjito
$9.50
belle isle lemon lavender moonshine, mint, lemon, blueberry lavender shrub
- Mocktail with Seedlip Garden 108
- $9.00
The Expat
$12.00
belle isle honey hab, lemongrass syrup, ginger beer, lime, basil, mint, soda water
- Mocktail with Seedlip Spice 94
- $9.00
Tiki Do You Love Me?
$12.00
belle isle blood orange moonshine, plantation stiggins pineapple rum, st. elizabeth allspice, pineapple, lime, orgeat, moscato
- Mocktail with Seedlip Spice 94 & Grove 42
- $9.00
Queen's Gimlet
$14.00
empress 1908 gin, luxardo maraschino liqueur, cucumber, lime, simple syrup, fee foam
Smokin Lemon Margarita
$9.50
sauza silver tequila, pama liqueur, grilled lemon, rosemary syrup, coriander
- Mocktail with Seedlip 42
- $9.00
Bourbon Basil Smash
$12.00
larceny, grapefruit & lemon juices, house made simple, basil
Emperor's Old Fashioned
$13.00
suntory toki whisky, angostura bitters, mandarin orange-szechaun peppercorn shrub
Cherry Blossom Mule
$10.00
absolut citron, st germain, lemon, cherry puree, ginger beer
- Mocktail with Seedlip Grove 42
I Can't Feel My Legs Mule
$9.00
cruzan hurricane proof rum, kraken rum, creme de banana, pineapple juice, coconut cream, lime, nutmeg, ginger beer
- Mocktail with Seedlip Spice 94
- $9.00
Draft Beer
Pacifico Clara 4.4%
$7.00Hardywood Richmond Lager 5%
$7.50Von Trapp Kolsch 5.7%
$7.50Ardent Pilsner 5%
$8.00Firestone Walker Union Jack IPA 7.5% ABV
$7.50Bell's Two Hearted Ale 7%
$8.00Allagash White 5.2%
$9.00Triple Crossing Falcon Smash IPA 7%
$9.50Rotating Cider
please ask your server
- MKT
Rotating Seasonal
please ask your server
- MKT
Bottled & Canned Beers
Bud Light
$4.00Coors Light
$5.00Michelob Ultra
$5.00Miller Lite
$5.00Blue Moon Belgian White Ale
$6.00Bold Rock VA Apple Cider
$6.00Corona
$6.00Stella
$6.00Legend Brown Ale
$7.00Athletic Brewing Golden or Hazy IPA N/A
$6.00Stella 0.0 N/a
$6.00Chardonnay
De Wetshof Limestone Hill, S. Africa
- Glass $9.00
- Bottle $32.00
Clos Pegase, Mitsuko's Vineyard, Carneros, CA
- Glass $11.00
- Bottle $40.00
Barboursville Vineyards Reserve, VA
$46.00Stags Leap Wine Cellars Karia, Napa, CA
$56.00Louis Jadot, Pouilly-Fuissé, Burgundy, FR
$60.00Enroute Brumaire by Far Niente, Russian River, CA
$64.00Sixto Moxee, Columbia Valley, WA
$80.00Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris
Riff, Veneto, Italy
- Glass $7.00
- Bottle $28.00
Firesteed, Willamette Valley, OR
- Glass $8.00
- Bottle $30.00
CA' Montini, Trentino, Italy
$34.00Paul Blanck, Alsace, FR
$42.00Four Graces, Willamette Valley, OR
$42.00Sauvignon Blanc
Frenzy, Marlborough, NZ
- Glass $8.00
- Bottle $30.00
St. Supery Vineyards, Napa, CA
- Glass $9.00
- Bottle $32.00
Mulderbosch, Western Cape, S. Africa
$34.00Loveblock by Kim Crawford, Marlborough, NZ
$44.00Frogs Leap Rutherford, Napa, CA
$56.00Riesling
Clean Slate, Mosel, GER
- Glass $7.00
- Bottle $28.00
A to Z, Oregon
$36.00Spy Valley, Marlborough, NZ
$38.00Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Kabinett, Mosel, GER
$44.00Paul Blanck, Alsace, FR
$44.00Other Whites
Senda Verde Albariño, Rias Baixas, ESP
$30.00Sokol Blosser Rosé, Dundee Hills, OR
- Glass $9.00
- Bottle $32.00
Terra d'Oro Chenin Blanc-Viognier, CA
$36.00L'ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc, Columbia Valley, WA
$38.00Barboursville Viognier Reserve, VA
$44.00Champagne / Sparkling
Gouguenheim Sparkling Malbec-Rosé, ARG
- Glass $7.00
- Bottle $28.00
Segura Viudas Cava Brut, Spain, NV
- 187ml $8.00
Maschio Prosecco, Treviso, Italy, NV
- 187ml $8.00
- Bottle $30.00
Mumm Napa Brut Prestige, Napa, CA, NV
$50.00Perrier Jouët Grand Brut, Epernay, FR, NV
$75.00Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Rosé, Chouilly, FR, NV
$80.00Moët & Chandon Imperial, Epernay, FR, NV
$85.00Veuve Clicquot Brut, Reims, FR, NV
$95.00Cabernet Sauvignon
Merf, Columbia Valley, WA
- Glass $9.00
- Bottle $32.00
Duckhorn Decoy, Sonoma, CA
- Glass $13.00
- Bottle $52.00
Simi, Alexander Valley, CA
$54.00Austin Hope, Paso Robles, CA
$70.00Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CA
$110.00Caymus, Napa, CA
$120.00Pinot Noir
District 7 Monterey, CA
- Glass $9.00
- Bottle $32.00
Evolution, Willamette Valley, OR
- Glass $11.00
- Bottle $40.00
Alto Limay Select, Patagonia, ARG
$42.00Spy Valley, Marlborough, NZ
$46.00Rex Hill, Willamette Valley, OR
$64.00Belle Glos Dairyman, Russian River, CA
$78.00Domaine Drouhin, Dundee Hills, OR
$85.00Merlot
Skyfall Vineyard, Columbia Valley, WA
- Glass $8.50
- Bottle $32.00
Swanson, Napa, CA
$50.00Frog's Leap Rutherford, Napa, CA
$75.00Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa, CA
$90.00Red Blends
7 Moons, CA
- Glass $7.00
- Bottle $28.00
Michel Gassier Cercius Rouge, Rhone Valley, FR
$32.00Michael David Petite Petit, Lodi, CA
$38.00Daou Vineyards Pessimist, Paso Robles, CA
$40.00Cooper & Thief Bourbon Barrel Blend, CA
$46.00Chappellet Mountain Cuvee, Napa, CA
$70.00Other Reds
Gouguenheim Reserva Malbec, Valle de Uco, ARG
- Glass $8.00
- Bottle $30.00
Vinaceous Snake Charmer Shiraz, AUS
$32.00Terra d'Oro Zinfandel, Amador County, CA
$38.00Catena Malbec, Mendoza, ARG
$42.00Tenet the Pundit Syrah, Columbia Valley, WA
$46.00Barboursville Cab Franc Reserve, VA
$52.00Raw Bar
Chesapeake Oysters*
- 1/2 Dz $12.95
- Dz $24.95
Shooting Pt Oysters*
- 1/2 Dz $15.95
- Dz $30.95
Blue Point Oysters*
- 1/2 Dz $15.95
- Dz $30.95
Oyster Sampler*
- 1/2 Dz $15.95
- Dz $30.95
Middle Neck Clams*
- 1/2 Dz $8.95
- Dz $16.95
Spiced Shrimp
- 1/2 Dz $14.95
- Dz $28.95
Steamed Mussels
- 1/2 Dz $9.95
- Dz $18.95
Shrimp Cocktail
$12.95Dungeness Crab
- 1/2 Dz $18.95
- Dz $36.95
Snow Crab Legs
- 1/2 Dz $16.95
- Dz $32.95
King Crab Legs
$68.95Jumbo Crab Cocktail
$26.95Steamed Lobster Tower*
$68.95
1/4 lobster, 12 mussels, 6 each, shrimp, oysters & clams - gf
Steamed Snow Crab Tower*
$36.95
cluster snow crab, 6 mussels, 3 each shrimp, oysters & clams - gf
Appetizers
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$9.95
horseradish aioli
Crab Dip
$15.95
old bay, parmesan, lump crab, baguette
Pan Seared Crab Cakes
$20.95
house tartar sauce
Tuna Tartare Tacos*
$12.95
ponzu, cilantro, scallion, sesame, wasabi emulsion
Fried Calamari
$15.95
sweet chili & horseradish peppercorn aioli
Fried Oysters
$16.95
corn relish, house hot sauce, cilantro lime crema
Pan Roasted Mussels
$14.95
bacon, white wine herb lemon garlic butter, tomatoes, toasted bread
Seared Scallops* - gf
$20.95
bacon, dates, sage brown butter
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
$11.95
bacon, cranberry, parmesan, apple lemongrass gastrique
Parker House Rolls
$6.95
fresh baked, butter brushed, parmesan finished
Soup & Salads
add to any salad: chicken $6.95, shrimp $9.95, steak* $12.95, salmon* $14.95
She Crab Soup
topped with crab meat
- Cup $7.95
- Bowl $9.95
Mixed Greens Salad* - gf
$9.95
carrots, tomatoes, radish, red onions, lemon herb vinaigrette
Caesar Salad
$10.95
romaine, shaved parmesan cheese, croutons, white anchovies
Wedge Salad* - gf
$12.95
bacon, tomatoes, red onion, gorgonzola dressing
Arugula Salad* - gf
$11.95
apple, cranberry, toasted pecans, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette
Sandwiches
served with house-cut fries or a side salad
Angus Burger*
$14.95
8oz burger, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato & onion, brioche bun
Hard Shell Burger*
$16.95
8oz angus burger bacon, cheddar cheese, fried onions, horseradish aioli, brioche bun
California Club
$13.95
bacon, turkey, monterey jack, lettuce, tomato, cilantro aioli, multigrain
Blackened Cajun Chicken Wrap
$12.95
monterey jack, spinach, tomato, red onion, chipotle aioli
White Cheddar BLT
$12.95
cilantro aioli, multigrain bread
Fried Oyster Po' Boy
$16.95
chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato, grilled bun
Blackened Tuna Sandwich*
$18.95
pickled carrots, radish, jalapeno, cilantro aioli, brioche bun
Crab Cake Sandwich
$20.95
arugula, house tartar sauce, brioche bun
Maine Lobster Roll
$28.95
served hot with butter or cold with citrus herb aioli, mixed greens
Mains
Fried Grouper Tacos
$20.95
pickled red cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeno, cilantro, chipotle aioli
Baja Shrimp Tacos
$18.95
crispy fried shrimp, corn salsa, cilantro aioli
Pan Seared Crab Cake
$22.95
sweet potatoes, corn salad, chipotle lime aioli, queso fresco, cilantro, pickled red onion
Grilled Shrimp & Scallops
$22.95
orange sticky rice, sautéed vegetables, soy ginger butter
Seared Salmon*
$26.95
roasted potatoes, asparagus, lemon beurre blanc
10oz Steak Frites*
$30.95
grilled sirloin, house-cut fries, arugula, horseradish aioli & house steak sauce
6oz Filet Mignon* - gf
$32.95
whipped potatoes, green beans, rosemary demi-glace
Butter Poached Lobster Tails* - gf
whipped potatoes, asparagus, citrus beurre blanc
- 1 lb $29.95
- 2 lb $54.95
gf - gluten friendly (cross contamination with other food items that contain gluten is possible) * These items may be served raw or undercooked to customer preference. **These items are served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Raw Bar
Chesapeake Oysters*
$16.95
1 dozen on the half shell
Shrimp Cocktail
$10.95
5 jumbo shrimp with cocktail sauce
Spiced Steamed Shrimp
$10.95
1/2 lb with house cocktail sauce
Appetizer
Crab Dip
$8.95
sliced baquette
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$6.95
horseradish aioli
Pulled Beef Sliders
$8.95
arugula, pickled red onions, horseradish aioli
Tuna Tartare Tacos**
$7.95
ponzu, cilantro, scallion, sesame, wasabi emulsion
Crispy Shrimp
$10.95
fried with spring onions & cilantro, honey sambal sauce
To Drink
House Wines
$5.00Well Drinks
$5.00Domestic Beer
$3.00Draft Beer
$2 off
Speciality Cocktails‡
$6.00
‡ cosmopolitan, manhattan, margarita, martini, mojito, old fashioned, sidecar
*These items may be served raw or undercooked to customer preference
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
American - Traditional
Seafood
Steakhouse
Vegetarian
Meals
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Tuesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Wednesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Thursday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday:
10:30am - 9:00pm
About Us
The Hard Shell has Richmond's widest variety of fresh and local seafood as well as an extensive raw menu featuring oysters, clams, shrimp, mussels, crab legs, lobster, and much more.
The Hard Shell strives to offer the highest quality seafood, steaks and more in a warm, inviting and relaxing atmosphere and to provide outstanding customer service to each and every customer.
The Hard Shell now has two locations to choose from, the original location in Shockoe Slip and our new location at The Shoppes at Bellgrade in South Richmond. Both locations offer private dining rooms and have outdoor patios as weather permits.
The Hard Shell offers a wide variety of fresh fish and shellfish including clams, shrimp, oysters, mussels, crab legs and lobster as well as steaks, ribs and vegetarian options.