Half Shell
American • $$
Serves a variety of seafood dishes including crab legs, oysters, and fried shrimp in a casual bar setting.
Ranked #1 out of 87 American restaurants in Lake View, Chicago
snow crab
#1 of 98 Seafood in the area
Juicy snow crab with plenty of sweet meat, served with garlic butter over a generous bed of fries, impressed many.
fried shrimp
Crispy, light batter surrounds huge, juicy shrimp that burst with flavor, making it a must-try dish.
crab
Crab legs are meaty, fresh, and perfectly steamed, complemented by incredible garlic butter and generous portions at great prices.
king crab
The king crab legs are praised for their tenderness, generous meat, and delicious garlic butter, making it a must-try dish.
alaskan king crab legs
Alaskan King Crab Legs are praised for their sweet flavor, generous size, and enjoyable pairing with seasoned butter.
Overall Flavor — Great
What’s a flavor score?Service — Good
Benny's notes: Fresh seafood shines with standout crab legs and oysters, complemented by attentive service in a nostalgic dive bar atmosphere.
Atmosphere
Noise Level — Average
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Phone
(773) 549-1773Hours
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