HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE – Seafood
Oysters on the dock at Scipio Creek, with the river doing most of the entertaining. Half Shell Dockside runs a raw bar, a full kitchen and Buoy Brewing under one roof: char-grilled oysters arrive Rockefeller, garlic-Parmesan Dockside, or Triple Trae with bacon, jalapeno and cheddar, while the kitchen sends out grouper Reubens, whole fried flounder, fried green tomatoes and seared ahi. Mrs. Angel's key lime pie ends it. Regulars rate the freshness of the oysters and the view in roughly equal measure, and the deck welcomes dogs. Sit outside.
301 MARKET ST, APALACHICOLA, FL, 32329 850-653-1211 https://www.halfshelldockside.com/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
Dairy-Free at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE in Apalachicola has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Add Chicken and Add Gulf Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE in Apalachicola has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Chicken, Add Gulf Shrimp and Add Grouper. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE in Apalachicola has 38 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caesar Salad, Calamari and Grouper Classic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE in Apalachicola has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Stir Fry and Add Ahi Tuna. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE in Apalachicola has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Homemade Coleslaw, Add Bacon and Add Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE in Apalachicola has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Homemade Coleslaw, Grouper Dinner and Add Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE in Apalachicola has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Add Chicken and Add Grouper. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE in Apalachicola has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coastal Punch, French Fries and Sand Spur Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Cuban Sandwich | 54.6 g | 66.9 g |
| Add Ahi Tuna | 0 g | 61 g |
| Grouper Dinner | 13 g | 35.9 g |
| Grouper Reuben | 65.1 g | 33.7 g |
| Rockefeller Oysters | 34.2 g | 22 g |
| Fried Green Tomatoes | 9 g | 16.4 g |
| Chicken Stir Fry | 11.5 g | 16.1 g |
| Fried Okra | 6.4 g | 15.9 g |
| Cheese Curds | 86.7 g | 14.7 g |
| Chicken Tenders Basket | 12.9 g | 14.4 g |
| Calamari | 2.3 g | 14.2 g |
| Strawberry Pecan Salad | 65 g | 12.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Starters
- Cheese Curds - $14: Wisconsin cheese, battered and fried, served with Marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Seared Ahi Tuna - $18: Pepper coated and lightly seared. Served with Ponzu Sauce, Wasabi, Seaweed Salad, and Pickled Ginger. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried Pickles - $12: Crinkle-cut pickle chips, lightly battered and deep fried, served with Ranch dipping sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $16: Topped with Tomato Jalapeño Salsa and Feta Cheese with a side of Remoulade and Ranch. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Calamari - $14: Lighty breaded and fried to a golden crisp with a side of marinara. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fresh Seafood Dip - $17: Crab and Shrimp mixed in a light cream cheese & greek yogurt with hints of citrus and spices Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Soups & Salads
- Shrimp Gumbo (Cup) - $9
- Shrimp Gumbo (Bowl) - $15
- Soup of the Day (Cup) - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Caesar Salad - $14: Romaine, parmesan, croutons, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Strawberry Pecan Salad - $18: Fresh strawberries, Mandarin oranges, candied pecans, Parmesan cheese, cucumbers, and grape tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Large Garden Salad - $14: Romaine, cucumber, red onion, tomatoes, cheddar cheese and croutons. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Blackened Tenderloin Salad - $24: Blackened Tenderloin Tips over Romaine with blue cheese crumbles, caramelized onions, roasted garlic cloves, chopped bacon and tomatoes.
Half Shell Oysters
- Raw or Steamed Oysters (Dozen) - $25 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Raw or Steamed Oysters (Half Dozen) - $16 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Dockside Oysters - $28: Garlic butter & fresh Parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Rockefeller Oysters - $29: Garlic butter, fresh Parmesan cheese and spinach. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Triple Trae Oysters - $29: Bacon, Jalapeño, and Cheddar cheese.
Handhelds
- Grouper Reuben - $24: Grilled Grouper, Swiss cheese, Sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing, served on grilled Rye bread.
- Grouper Classic - $23: Grilled, Blackened, or Fried Grouper Filet served Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onion on a Toasted Bun Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Classic Cuban Sandwich - $21: Ham, Pork, Swiss Cheese, Pickles, Mustard on Pressed Cuban bread. Served with a Cilantro Mojo dipping sauce.
- Scipio Cheeseburger - $18: 1/2lb Angus burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle
- Tidal Tacos - Gulf Shrimp - $21: Three tacos topped with fresh pico de gallo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Tidal Tacos - Grouper - $24: Three tacos topped with fresh pico de gallo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Tidal Tacos - Ahi Tuna - $24: Three tacos topped with fresh pico de gallo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Tidal Tacos - Beef Tips - $21: Three tacos topped with fresh pico de gallo
Baskets
- Gulf Shrimp Basket - $19: Fresh Gulf Shrimp served with one side Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Grouper Basket - $21: Fried Grouper served with One Side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Tenders Basket - $16: Fried Tenders served with One Side
- Jumbo Wings - $17: Hot, Medium, Sriracha Honey, or Garlic Parmesan. Served with Carrots, Celery, and choice of Dipping Sauce.
Entrées
- Whole Fried Flounder - $33: Scaled, scored and deep fried to perfection. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Chicken Stir Fry - $21: Sautéed Chicken & Veggies over Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Grouper Dinner - $35: Fresh local Grouper served fried, grilled or blackened. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Dinner - $28: Fresh local shrimp Fried, Grilled, or Blackened Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free
- Peel & Eat Gulf Shrimp - $27: Seasoned with Old Bay with a Side Salad Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Sides
- French Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Homemade Coleslaw Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fried Okra Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Collard Greens Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Vegetables: Squash, Zucchini, Onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mac & Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Cheese Grits Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Little Mates
- Chicken Fingers - $10: Grilled or fried. Served with fries
- Grilled Cheese - $7: Served with French Fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mini Corn Dogs - $9: Served with French Fries
Desserts
- Mrs. Angel's Homemade Key Lime Pie - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mrs. Angel's Three Layer Chocolate Cake - $13 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mrs. Angel's Bourbon Pecan Pie - $13 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mrs. Angel's Banana Pudding Cheesecake - $13 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Handcrafted Cocktails
- Dockside Bloody Mary - $14: House made Bloody Mary Mix, Tito's Vodka with a loaded shrimp skewer and seasoned rim. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Watermelon Cooler - $13: Zero Sugar Smirnoff Watermelon Vodka, Triple Sec, Malibu Coconut Rum, Pink Lemonade, with a splash of Grenadine.
- Gator Bait - $12: Bacardi Silver, Midori, Pineapple, and Orange Juice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Coastal Punch - $12: Malibu Rum, Orange, Cranberry, and Pineapple Juices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sand Spur Margarita - $13: Epsilon Tequila, Triple Sec, Prickly Pear Puree, Sour Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Creekside Crush - $12: Tito's Vodka, Malibu, Fresh Lemon, Sour Mix & Sprite with a Blue Curacao Floater Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bushwacker - $14: Frozen Blend of Caribbean Rum, Coconut Cream, a hint of Coffee Flavor, with a Caramel & Chocolate Drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
Add-ons
- Add Chicken - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Gulf Shrimp - $9 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Grouper - $16 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Ahi Tuna - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Add Tenderloin Tips - $10 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Add Bacon - $2 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE
- Is HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Add Chicken and Add Gulf Shrimp.
- What can I eat at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE on a dairy-free diet?
- French Fries, Add Chicken and Add Gulf Shrimp carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Coastal Punch and French Fries.
- Is HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at HALF SHELL DOCKSIDE?
- Classic Cuban Sandwich, at roughly 66.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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