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The Hard Shell Bellgrade
11400 W Huguenot Rd, Suite #123
Midlothian, US-VA 23113
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Dinner
Brunch
Wine
Beer
Cocktails
Desserts
Brunch Beverages
Beverage
Lunch
Happy Hour
Dinner
Raw Bar
Ruby Salts Oysters**
gluten-free
- 1/2 Dz $12.95
- Dz $24.95
Middle Neck Clams**
gluten-free
- 1/2 Dz $8.95
- Dz $14.95
Steamed Shrimp
gluten-free
- 1/2 Lb $12.95
- Lb $24.95
Snow Crab
gluten-free
- 1/2 Lb $14.95
- Lb $28.95
Dungeness Crab
gluten-free
- Lb $30.95
King Crab
gluten-free
- Lb $38.95
Snow Crab Combo**
$36.95
1 cluster snow crab, 6 mussels, 3 each shrimp, oysters, clams
gluten-free
Maine Lobster Combo** - MKT
1 ¼ lb lobster, 12 mussels, 6 each shrimp, oysters, clams
gluten-free
Appetizers
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$6.95
horseradish aioli
gluten-free
Crab Dip
$9.95
old bay, parmesan, lump crab, toasted baguette
Fried Calamari
$10.95
sweet chili & horseradish peppercorn aioli
Shrimp Cocktail
$12.95
5 jumbo shrimp, house cocktail sauce
gluten-free
Fried Oysters
$12.95
corn relish, house hot sauce, cilantro lime crema
Crab Cakes
$13.95
house tartar sauce
Pan Roasted Mussels - GFO
$10.95
white wine herb lemon garlic butter, bacon, toasted bread
Seared Scallops
$15.95
dates, lardons, sage brown butter
gluten-free
Brussels Sprouts
$9.95
cranberry, parmesan, bacon
gluten-free
Meat & Cheese Plate
$24.95 for 2 People or $44.95 for 4 People
Cheeses - GFO
drunken goat, beemster xo gouda
Meats - GFO
capicola, saucisson sec salami
Soup & Salads
add to any salad: chicken $5.95, steak* $6.95, shrimp $6.95, salmon* $10.95
She Crab Soup
topped with crab meat
gluten-free
- Cup $5.95
- Bowl $7.95
House Salad
$7.95
carrots, tomatoes, radish, red onions, lemon herb vinaigrette
gluten-free
Classic Caesar
$8.95
romaine, shaved parmesan cheese, croutons, white anchovies
Baby Iceberg Wedge
$10.95
tomatoes, smoked bacon, red onion, gorgonzola dressing
gluten-free
Arugula Salad
$9.95
apple, cranberry, toasted pecans, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette
gluten-free
Sandwiches
served with house-cut fries or side salad
Angus Burger*
$11.95
8 oz burger, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato & onion, brioche bun
Hard Shell Burger*
$13.95
smoked bacon, fried onions, horseradish aioli, brioche bun
Crab Cake Sandwich
$14.95
arugula, house tartar sauce, brioche bun
Blackened Chicken Sandwich
$11.95
cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle lime aioli
Lobster Roll Maine Lobster
$24.95
citrus herb aioli, shredded lettuce
Seafood
Fish Tacos
$18.95
fried grouper, pickled red cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeno, cilantro, chipotle aioli
Simply Grilled Salmon*
$21.95
roasted potatoes, asparagus, lemon butter
Seared Rockfish
$26.95
whipped potatoes, brussels, dates, bacon, lemon butter
gluten-free
Blackened Mahi Mahi
$22.95
coconut rice, sauteed spinach, pineapple salsa, plantain chip
gluten-free
Fried Oysters
$22.95
whipped potatoes, sauteed spinach, corn relish, cilantro lime crema
Live Maine Lobster - MKT
1 ¼ lb steamed whole, roasted potatoes, corn on the cob, drawn butter
gluten-free
Grilled Shrimp & Scallops - VO
$26.95
orange sticky rice, sauteed vegetables, soy ginger butter
Lobster Tail
$24.95
grilled or poached, roasted potatoes, asparagus, lemon butter
gluten-free
Pan Seared Crab Cakes - VO
$28.95
corn & sweet potato salad, chipotle lime aioli, queso fresco
Hard Shell Pasta
$28.95
linguine, shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, lobster tail, tomato basil marinara
Meats
6 oz Filet Mignon*
$26.95
whipped potatoes, asparagus, rosemary demi-glace
gluten-free
10 oz Hanger Steak*
$25.95
house-cut fries, horseradish aioli & house steak sauce
14 oz New York Strip*
$32.95
roasted potatoes, asparagus, jumbo lump crab, dijon cream
gluten-free
6 oz Angus Filet & Lobster Tail* - MKT
whipped potatoes, asparagus, drawn butter
gluten-free
Bourbon Molasses Ribs
$20.95
full rack of ribs, french fries, slaw
gluten-free
Rib & Crab Combo
$24.95
half rack of ribs, 1 cluster of dungeness crab, french fries, slaw
gluten-free
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.
Pancakes & French Toast
served with syrup and whipped cream
Buttermilk Pancakes
$7.95French Toast
$7.95Chocolate Chip Pancakes
$8.95Blueberry Pancakes
$8.95Eggs & Such
served with fresh fruit and home fries
Blueberry Muffins
$2.95
with butter
Two Eggs Any Style*
$7.95
with link sausage or house smoked applewood bacon
Ham and Cheese Omelette
$9.95
a classic with Virginia ham, swiss cheese
Garden Omelet
$9.95
spinach, tomato, red peppers, caramelized onion, white cheddar cheese
Breakfast Burrito
$10.95
scrambled eggs, bacon, cheddar, tomato, corn, cilantro lime crema
Eggs Benedict*
$12.95
english muffin, Virginia ham, asparagus, hollandaise
Crab Omelet
$14.95
lump crab, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, monterey jack cheese
Crab Cake Benedict*
$14.95
english muffin, lump crab cake, asparagus, hollandaise
Steak and Eggs*
$16.95
grilled strip steak, herb butter, crispy onions with two eggs your way
Starters
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$6.95
horseradish aioli
Fried Calamari
$10.95
sweet chili & horseradish peppercorn aioli
Crab Dip
$9.95
old bay, parmesan, lump crab, toasted baguette
Shrimp Cocktail
$12.95
5 jumbo shrimp, house cocktail
Soups & Salad
add chicken $5.95 / shrimp $6.95 / steak* $6.95 / salmon $10.95
She Crab Soup
with lump crab & sherry
- Cup $5.95
- Bowl $7.95
House Salad
$7.95
radish, carrot, tomato, red onion, lemon herb vinaigrette
Classic Caesar*
$8.95
romaine, shaved parmesan cheese, croutons, white anchovies
Arugula Salad
$9.95
apple, cranberry, toasted pecans, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette
Baby Iceberg Wedge
$10.95
cherry tomatoes, smoked bacon, red onion, gorgonzola dressing
Sandwiches
served with choice of house cut fries, side salad, fresh fruit
Angus Burger*
$11.95
8oz, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun
Hard Shell Burger*
$13.95
smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, fried onions, horseradish aioli
Crab Cake Sandwich
$14.95
house tartar, brioche bun
Blackened Chicken Sandwich
$11.95
cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle aioli
Maine Lobster Roll
$24.95
served cold with citrus herb aioli & shredded lettuce or hot with butter
Entrees
Fish Tacos
$18.95
fried grouper, pickled red cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeno, cilantro, chipotle aioli
Simply Grilled Salmon*
$21.95
roasted potatoes, asparagus, lemon butter
Fried Oysters
$22.95
whipped potatoes, sautéed spinach, corn relish, cilantro lime crema
Blackened Mahi Mahi
$22.95
coconut rice, sautéed spinach, tropical fruit salsa, plantain chip
Grilled Shrimp & Scallops
$26.95
orange sticky rice, sautéed vegetables, soy ginger butter
Pan Seared Crab Cakes
$26.95
roasted corn & sweet potatoes, chipotle lime aioli, queso fresco
6 oz Filet Mignon*
$26.95
roasted garlic whipped potatoes, asparagus, rosemary demi-glace
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.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merf, Columbia Valley, WA
- $9.00
- $32.00
Treana, Paso Robles, CA
- $11.00
- $40.00
Duckhorn Decoy, Sonoma, CA
$54.00Simi, Alexander Valley, CA
$54.00Austin Hope, Paso Robles, CA
$70.00Turnbull, Napa, CA
$80.00Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CA
$110.00Caymus, Napa, CA
- 1l $120.00
Pinot Noir
Vinum Cellars, Monterey, CA
- $9.00
- $32.00
Evolution, Willamette Valley, OR
- $11.00
- $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
- $8.50
- $32.00
Swanson Cygnet, Napa, CA
$50.00Frog's Leap, Rutherford, Napa, CA
$75.00Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa, CA
$90.00Red Blends
7 Moons Red Blend, CA
- $7.00
- $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 Cuvée, Napa, CA
$70.00Other Reds
Gouguenheim Malbec Reserva, Valle de Uco, ARG
- $8.50
- $32.00
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
$52.00Chardonnay
De Wetshof Limestone Hill, S. Africa
- $9.00
- $32.00
Clos Pegase, Mitsuko's Vineyard, Carneros, CA
- $11.00
- $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
- $7.50
- $30.00
Firesteed, Willamette Valley, OR
- $9.00
- $32.00
CA' Montini, Trentino, Italy
$34.00Paul Blanck, Alsace, FR
$42.00Adelsheim, Willamette Valley, OR
$42.00Sauvignon Blanc
Fire Road, Marlborough, NZ
- $8.00
- $30.00
St. Supery Vineyards, Napa, CA
- $9.00
- $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
- $7.00
- $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 Biaxas, ESP
$30.00Sokol Blosser Rosé, Dundee Hills, OR
- $9.00
- $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-Rose
- $7.00
- $28.00
Segura Viudas, Brut Reserva, Spain NV
- 187ml $8.00
Maschio, Prosecco, Treviso Italy NV
- 187ml $8.00
Maschio, Prosecco, Treviso, Italy NV
$30.00Mumm, Brut Prestige, Napa, CA, NV
$50.00Perrier Jouët, Grand Brut, Epernay, FR, NV
$75.00Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Rose, Chouilly, FR, NV
$80.00Moët & Chandon, Imperial, Epernay, FR, NV
$85.00Veuve Clicquot Brut, Reims, FR, NV
$95.00On Tap
Alewerks Weekend Lager
$6.50Devil's Backbone Vienna Lager
$6.50Deschutes Black Butte Porter
- 12oz $6.50
Midnight Rockville Red Ale
$7.00Legend Brown Ale
$7.00Allagash White Ale
$7.50Cotu Pocahoptas IPA
$7.50Rotating IPA
Rotating Cider
Rotating Seasonal Tap
American Craft
Hardywood Richmond Lager
$5.00Bold Rock VA Apple Cider
$5.00Founders All Day IPA
$5.00Sierra Nevada Southern Gothic Pils
$5.50Blue Moon Belgian White Ale
$5.50Lagunitas Brown Shugga Strong Ale
$6.00Steam Bell Extra Plenty Gose
$6.00Boulevard Tank 7 Saison
$7.50Founders Breakfast Stout
$8.00Ommegang Pale Sour
$8.50Specialty Cocktails
Cosmosa**
$9.00
Tito's, triple sec, lime, cranberry, sparkling rosé
Keep C.A.L.M. & Have Another**
$9.00
Candied Apple Lemondrop Martini, Absolut Apple, cider, lemon, buttershots, caramel, splash of ginger beer
Ruby 43**
$9.00
Belle Isle Ruby Red Grapefruit, Licor 43, basil, grapefruit juice, simple syrup, prosecco
Smokin' Lemon Margarita**
$9.00
Espolon Blanco, Pama, grilled lemon, rosemary simple, coriander
Cooler Runnings
$9.00
Appleton Estates rum, St. Elizabeth allspice dram, sage, cider, cinnamon syrup, cranberry
Who Drank All the Rum?
$9.00
Belle Isle Moonshine, amaretto, mint, lime, coconut cream, pineapple juice
Cherry Blossom**
$10.00
Tito's, yuzu sake, elderflower liqueur, cherry, lemon, prosecco
Flight of the Bumblebee**
$10.00
Wild Turkey American Honey, sweet vermouth, lemon, strawberry-honey-balsamic shrub
Some Like it Hot
$10.00
Del Maguey Mezcal, Belle Isle Honey Habanero, mango, lime, cilantro, sriracha, egg white
Aperol We've Been Through
$10.00
Jameson Caskmates IPA Whiskey, dry vermouth, Aperol, grapefruit juice, rosemary syrup
Emperor's Old Fashioned
$10.00
Suntory Toki Whisky, Angostura bitters, mandarin orange-szechuan peppercorn shrub
Absent-Minded King
$12.00
Absinthe, Copper & Kings Brandy, Chambord, Luxardo, fig, peach, lime
CBGB
$12.00
Cucumber-Basil Gimlet @ Bellgrade made with Hendrick's Gin & Green Chartreuse
Specialty Mules
served w/ Cock'n Bull Ginger Beer
Burning Man-Darin**
$9.00
Absolut Mandrin, Soho lychee, lime, mandarin orange-szechuan peppercorn shrub
Fug-Gedaboutit**
$9.00
Belle Isle Blood Orange, sloe gin, fig, lime
Backyard Brawler
$9.00
Fighting Cock bourbon, Aperol, orange, cherry, cinnamon syrup
I Can't Feel My Legs
$9.00
W&N Overproof rum, Kraken rum, crème de banana, pineapple juice, coconut cream, lime, nutmeg
**Happy Hour Cocktails
Desserts
Key Lime Pie
$6.00
topped with whip cream
Chocolate Fudge Brownie
$6.00
served with vanilla ice cream, chocolate ganache, whip cream
Vanilla Cheesecake
$6.00
with fresh berries
Bread Pudding
$6.00
chef's selection
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée
$6.00Dessert Cocktails
Key Lime Tini
$9.00
stoli vanil, licor 43, key lime juice, cream, simple syrup, graham cracker float
Tiramisu
$9.00
belle isle coffee moonshine, disaronno amaretto, white cream de cacao, godiva, egg white
Let Them Eat Cake
$9.00
espolon anejo, frangelico, godiva, ancho reyes, gran marnier, simple syrup
Brunch Bubbles
served with simonet vin mousseux blanc de blancs unless otherwise noted
Mimosa
$7.00
your way choice of orange, grapefruit, cranberry, or pineapple juice, ice
Cosmosa
$9.00
tito's, triple sec, lime, simple syrup, sparkling rosé, ice
Belle Isle Sting Mimosa
$9.00
belle isle honey-habanero, jalapeno, strawberry, lemon juice, ice
Mandarin Crush Mimosa
$9.00
absolut mandrin, orange juice, ice
Tropical Mimosa
$9.00
kraken rum, malibu coconut rum, pineapple & orange juices, ice
Champagne Cocktail
$6.00
angostura bitters, simple syrup, lemon twist
Bellini
$6.00
peach puree, amarena cherry
Ketel Bellini
$8.00
ketel one peach & orange blossom, peach puree, amarena cherry
Paloma-Mosa
$9.00
tequila, grapefruit juice, agave, ice
Pama 75
$8.00
beefeater gin, pama, lemon, simple syrup
Royal Rosé
$9.00
copper & king's brandy, chambord, sparkling rosé
Brunch Bloodys
choice of zing zang or texas beach bloody mary mix
Bloody Mary
$7.00
house vodka, lemon, olive
Bloody Maria
$7.00
house tequila, lime, olive
- Spice it Up with Tanteo Jalapeno Infused Tequila
- $2.00
RVA Moonshine Mary
$8.00
belle isle moonshine, lemon, olive
The Triple Pepper
$8.00
belle Isle honey-habanero, jalapeno & fresno peppers
Oyster Shooter
$7.00
chesapeake oyster, vodka, cocktail sauce, lemon wedge
Chardonnay
De Wetshof Limestone Hill, S. Africa
- $9.00
- $32.00
Clos Pegase, Mitsuko's Vineyard, Carneros, CA
- $11.00
- $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
- $7.00
- $28.00
Firesteed, Willamette Valley, OR
- $8.00
- $30.00
CA' Montini, Trentino, Italy
$34.00Paul Blanck, Alsace, FR
$42.00Four Graces, Willamette Valley, OR
$42.00Sauvignon Blanc
Frenzy, Marlborough, NZ
- $8.00
- $30.00
St. Supery Vineyards, Napa, CA
- $9.00
- $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
- $7.00
- $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
- $9.00
- $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
- $7.00
- $28.00
Segura Viudas Cava Brut, Spain, NV
- 187ml $8.00
Maschio Prosecco, Treviso Italy, NV
- 187ml $8.00
- $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
- $9.00
- $32.00
Duckhorn Decoy, Sonoma, CA
- $13.00
- $52.00
Simi, Alexander Valley, CA
$54.00Austin Hope, Paso Robles, CA
$70.00Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CA
$110.00Caymus, Napa, CA
- 1l $120.00
Pinot Noir
District 7 Monterey, CA
- $9.00
- $32.00
Evolution, Willamette Valley, OR
- $11.00
- $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
- $8.50
- $32.00
Swanson, Napa, CA
$50.00Frog's Leap Rutherford, Napa, CA
$75.00Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa, CA
$90.00Craft Cocktails
Emperor's Old Fashioned
$11.00
suntory toki whisky, angostura bitters, mandarin orange-szechaun peppercorn shrub
Aperol We've Been Through
$10.00
bombay sapphire gin, aperol, dry vermouth, grapefruit juice, rosemary syrup, orange bitters
Cosmosa
$9.50
titos, triple sec, lime, cranberry, sparkling rosé
Ruby 43
$9.00
belle isle Ruby red grapefruit, licor 43, basil, grapefruit juice, & prosecco
Smokin Lemon Margarita
$9.00
exotico blanco, pama, grilled lemon, rosemary simple, coriander
I Can't Feel My Legs Mule
$9.00
w & n overproof rum, kraken rum, creme de banana, pineapple juice, coconut cream, lime, nutmeg, cock n' bull ginger beer
Draft Beer
Devil's Backbone Vienna Lager 5.2% ABV
$6.50Bingo Lager 4.8% ABV
$6.00Von Trapp Pilsner 5.4% ABV
$6.50Bold Rock Premium Dry 6.0% ABV
$6.50Lost Coast Tangerine Wheat 5.5% ABV
$6.50Allagash White Ale 5.2% ABV
$7.50Firestone Walker Union Jack IPA 7.5% ABV
$7.50Reaver Beach Hazy Tide IPA 6% ABV
$7.00Pale Fire Red Molly Ale 6.5% ABV
$7.00Ardent Earl Grey Brown 6.5% ABV
$7.00Bottled & Canned Beers
Hardywood Richmond Lager
$5.00Bold Rock VA Apple Cider
$5.00Founders All Day IPA
$5.00Blue Moon Belgian White Ale
$5.50Steam Bell Extra Plenty Gose
$6.00Boulevard Tank 7 Saison
$7.50Heineken 0.0
$5.00Corona
$5.00Heineken
$5.00Stella
$5.00Guinness Nitro Draught Stout
- 14.9oz $6.00
Bud Light
$4.00Miller Lite
$4.00Coors Light
$4.00Michelob Ultra
$4.00Yuengling Lager
$4.00Chardonnay
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* - gf
$68.95
1/4 lobster, 12 mussels, 6 each, shrimp, oysters & clams
Steamed Snow Crab Tower* - gf
$36.95
cluster snow crab, 6 mussels, 3 each shrimp, oysters & clams
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.
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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.
See Us On
All Locations
The Hard Shell Downtown
1411 E Cary St
Richmond, US-VA
The Hard Shell Bellgrade
11400 W Huguenot Rd, Suite #123
Midlothian, US-VA
The Daily Kitchen & Bar
2934 W. Cary Street
Richmond, VA
East Coast Provisions
3411 W. Cary Street
Richmond, US-VA
The Daily Kitchen & Bar
12201 W Broad St
Henrico, VA
West Coast Provisions
301A Maltby Blvd.
Henrico, VA