Half Shell Oyster House - Covington (LA)

4 /5 Alfonzia L. Hollins, III: The waitress didnt know what ingredients the food had and didnt bother to go to the kitchen to ask before we ate. She was asked three times about crawfish in the cornbread dressing and three times she said no. The manager on duty came to the table after we finished our meal and said there was crawfish in the dressing. I spent the next 6 hours in emergency with IVs, pills and on monitors... Dont trust the waitress ask a manager if you have questions about the food...

3 /5 Brian Medus: The food was good. Very much enjoyed the oysters. The fried seafood was flavorfu, good seasoning level but still could taste the shrimps, oysters etc. The shrimp were a good size. You got a good value for your money. The negative was the service. Our server rarely checked on us, yet we saw other servers being attentative to their tables. Had to stop others to get refills, ask for other items. I will go back, but am definitely asking for a different server.

4 /5 Jordy Johnson: Went for an anniversary luncheon and it was an amazing time. We were seated quickly and the waitress was kind enough to take pictures of us. It not like the other Half Shell houses, it a bit tighter a little smaller and more intimate setting. The food was amazing, Ive never been let down by any of the half shell restaurants. There was a mix up with my food initially but the waitress quickly handled the situation and kept my wife and my good vibe rolling! The atmosphere wouldve probably been better had it be dinner but lunch was ehhhh . Overall, its tough to give 5s but this is one of those it can be all 5s but Im not that critical but a 4.9 overall. Angel Wings burbon/whiskey. Server recommended it and it was phenomenal.

5 /5 Christina Stewart: ***Update*** Not only were they quick to respond and fix the issue, the kindness was beyond comparison to any other company. That is the only reason we decided to return. We finally returned on Monday and the service and food was astounding. We got Oyster orleans, snaw crab claws in an Orleans sauce, shrimp and grits with a side of red beans, 2 red fish orleans with broccoli, 2 loaded potatoes, asparagus, and filet orleans with red beans and loaded mashed potatoes. The food was amazing. Hot, fresh, and quickly out to our table. Im very disappointed with our visit tonight. This was my fiances favorite restaurant so we chose this for his birthday dinner. We ordered appetizers and drinks as soon we got seated. After a 20 minute wait we got our drinks and ordered our food. A hour later the food came cold and no appetizer. It completely ruined his birthday. Very very disappointed.

3 /5 Lisa Myers: We used to love coming here. The sides are outstanding. Sweet Potato Creme Brûlée heavenly. So we arrived at about 2:45. My husband ordered the Seafood Pasta. Very small portion. The crabmeat on top was not local for sure. It was ok. I had soup and salad (house salad w house vinaigrette which I have always liked). Salad has changed since the last time I was here. Soup was still good. Side of fried okra crispy and fresh. Cheese grits side creamy and good. Not saying we won’t be back but definitely a step down from previous visits here. I notice there are several poor reviews for this formerly excellent restaurant. Perhaps some secret shopper diners with food experience could help spiff the food back up. Also, there were 4 tables in the restaurant and it took a really, really long time to get our food. Salad should have come out immediately. Server was very nice so that was no issue. Seems to be a kitchen problem.