Half Shell

Seattle



At a glance

Ideal for
Known for
seafood house and raw bar
Features
Price
$$$$ Moderately Priced
Local tip
Reservations are available through the venue, and group dining or event inquiries can be directed to Half Shell.

Half Shell is a seafood house and raw bar at 2020 Western Avenue in Seattle. Its identity is centered on seafood, with the raw bar providing a distinct part of the dining format. The result is a venue suited to diners seeking a meal organized around seafood rather than a broad, all-purpose restaurant menu.

The raw bar style gives Half Shell a place within Seattle’s seafood dining scene while keeping the focus on the character of the ingredients and the way they are presented. A visit can work for diners who specifically enjoy raw bar dining, as well as for those looking for a seafood-centered restaurant setting. The venue’s menu is the best reference for the current selection and preparation styles.

Half Shell’s location on Western Avenue makes the address easy to use as the main reference point when planning a visit. The restaurant’s presentation is concise and clearly defined by its category: seafood house and raw bar. That makes the venue relevant for casual seafood meals, planned dining occasions and gatherings where a seafood-focused menu is the central consideration.

The restaurant also maintains dedicated options for happy hour, group dining and events. These features give Half Shell more range than a dining room intended only for individual visits, while keeping seafood at the center of its identity. Group dining inquiries can be directed through the venue’s contact channels, and event-related arrangements can be discussed with the restaurant in advance.

Half Shell is a practical choice for seafood enthusiasts, raw bar diners and groups looking for a restaurant with a clearly defined culinary focus. Reservations are available, and the venue provides a direct phone number for questions about planning a visit. The restaurant also publishes accessibility information, making that resource useful for guests who want to review access details before arriving.

For a straightforward introduction to the venue, the combination of seafood house and raw bar says most about Half Shell’s style. Its appeal rests on a focused seafood identity, a dedicated raw bar format and flexible options for reservations, group dining and events, all at a central Seattle address.

Frequently Asked Questions

Half Shell suits diners looking for a seafood house or raw bar dining experience, as well as groups planning a seafood-focused gathering.
Half Shell is a seafood house and raw bar.
Half Shell is located at 2020 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121.
Reservations can be arranged through the reservation option provided by Half Shell.
Yes. Group dining is listed among the venue’s available services, with arrangements handled directly through Half Shell.
Yes. Events are listed as a venue service, and event details can be discussed directly with Half Shell.
Dietary needs should be discussed directly with Half Shell when making a reservation or planning a visit.
Outdoor seating should be confirmed directly with Half Shell before arrival.
Yes. Half Shell provides an accessibility statement for guests who want to review access details before visiting.

Top Things To Do in Seattle

See All →

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 2006 online since
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 14 languages

180+ destination guides, one network

Every guide covers a single destination on its own website, with events, restaurants, things to do and places to stay chosen from local recommendations.

My Guide Network Locations

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.

Added to your trip Added to day {[{trip.toast.day}]}, MorningAfternoonEvening Saved to your trip Already in your trip Transfer saved to your trip Save your trip to get fresh suggestions Staying in {[{trip.toast.label}]} Base cleared Trip deleted Link copied Could not save your trip Something went wrong, please try again