Shell & Bones Oyster Bar Menu (Update 2025)

Shell & Bones Oyster Bar in New Haven, CT, offers a classy dining experience with a focus on seafood and steakhouse offerings. The restaurant provides a beautiful waterfront setting, perfect for enjoying a meal with a view. With a diverse menu including oysters, salmon, clam linguini, crabcakes, and lobster rolls, there's something for every seafood lover. The establishment also caters to vegan and vegetarian preferences. The bar serves up delicious drinks, and the dessert options, like the skillet cookie, are a must-try. The attentive staff, outdoor seating options, and overall ambiance make Shell & Bones a great choice for a special occasion or a casual meal. While some reviews mention it can be slightly pricey, the overall consensus is positive, with customers planning repeat visits to savor the delectable dishes.

DAILY SELECTION OF OYSTERS

Aquidneck

Narragansett, Rhode Island Medium to Strong Brine with a Sweet Nutty Finish

Maris Stella

Great South Bay, Long Island Salty Upfront, Followed by a Creamy, Firm Chew

Butter & Brine

Narragansett, Rhode Island Good Salinity with a Smooth Buttery Finish

West Bath

New Meadows River, Maine Medium Brine, Pronounced Sweetness, and Lingering Savory-Meaty Finish

BELGIUM ENDIVE

Orange Soaked Endive, Candied Walnuts, Croutons, Goat Cheese, Prosciutto, Boquerones Vinaigrette

$20.00

DAILY SPECIALS

RAW BAR

SHRIMP COCKTAIL

EACH With Cocktail Sauce

$4.75

HARBOR SAMPLER

Ceviche, Shrimp, Oysters, and Clams, Cocktail Sauce or Mignonette

$39.00

SHRIMP CEVICHE

Tomato, Cilantro, Chipotle

$17.00

TOWER OF SHELLS

North Atlantic lobster, lump crab, shrimp, oysters, clams, ceviche, gravlax, cocktail sauce or mignonette

$125.00

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAVIAR

(g) House Potato Chips, Sour Cream, Chive

$75.00

TUNA TARTARE

Soy, Avocado, Cucumber, Onion, Potato Crisp

$20.00

LOBSTER BAO

Spicy Kewpie, Paddlefish Roe

$25.00

POLPETTE

Pork Meatballs, Marinara, Parmesan

$13.00

CRAB CAKE

Panko-crusted Jumbo Lump Crab, Asian Cabbage Slaw, Avocado, Lemongrass Aioli

$23.00

THAI CURRY MUSSEL POT

We Recommend: Pomme Frites

$6.00

BAKED RICOTTA

Roasted Tomatoes, Herbs, Truffle Oil, Ciabatta

$15.00

COCONUT MILK FRIED

Cauliflower Malaysian Peanut Sauce

$14.00

SOY GLAZED PORK BELLY

Pickled Cabbage, Apple Mostarda, Balsamic Glaze

$18.00

SMALL PLATES

ARTISANAL CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE BOARD

CHEESE BOARD

$18.00

CHARCUTERIE BOARD

$18.00

CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE BOARD

$34.00

N.E. CLAM CHOWDER

Whole fresh clams, bacon, thyme, golden potato, light cream broth

$13.00

GOLDEN & RED BEET CARPACCIO

Burrata, Fig Jam, Sage, Pistachio, Green Apple, Agave

$18.00

MEDITERRANEAN SALAD

Spinach, Arugula, Apples, Currant, Gorgonzola, Carrot Ginger Vinaigrette

$16.00

KALE CAESAR SALAD

Fried Capers, Classic Dressing, Anchovies

$16.00

SOUP & SALAD

CHEF'S CUTS

BY LAND

Wagyu Sirloin, Andouille Sausage, Pork Belly, Spinach, Mushrooms, Caramelized Onion, Cognac Cream Reduction

$98.00

BY SEA

Butter Poached Lobster Tail, Roasted Octopus, Seared Scallops, Baked Potato Oscar, Yuzu Slaw, Drawn Butter

$98.00

ALLEN BROTHERS NY STRIP

Parsnip Puree, Mustard Greens, Caramelized Onion, Bacon Cippolini Jus

$48.00

ALLEN BROTHERS BLACK ANGUS RIBEYE- oz

Parmesan truffle crust, fennel potato gratin, brussels with bacon, red wine reduction

$56.00

CHEFS PRIME FILET MIGNON

Asparagus, Yukon Potatoes Choron, Demi Glaze

$58.00

STEAK FRITES

Red Wine Reduction, Creamed Spinach, caramelized Onions, Truffle Frites

$34.00

LINGUINI FRA DIAVOLO

Shallots, Fennel, San Marzano Tomatoes, Red Chile

$39.00

SQUID INK CARBONARA

Pork Belly, Edamame, Midnight Moon Goat Cheese, Egg Yolk

$36.00

PAN ROASTED HALF CHICKEN

Kale, Carrots, Potatoes, Lemon-Thyme Jus, Spicy Honey

$32.00

BOUILLABAISE

Cod, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp, Scallops, Lobster-Fennel Broth, Grilled Ciabatta

$46.00

STEAMED LOBSTER

Served with Two Sides and Drawn Butter

$50.00

ALASKAN BLACK GARLIC COD

Bok Choy, Stir Fry, Bamboo Tacu Tacu, Ginger Lemongrass Broth

$40.00

SALMON

Ginger Black Pepper Crust, Braised Lentil Ragout, Lemon Vin Blanc

$35.00

SEARED SCALLOPS

Celery Root Puree, Green Apple-Fennel Ragout,Saffron Vin Blanc

$44.00

LOBSTER SALAD

Picked and Chilled Maine Lobster, Arugula, Avocado, Citrus, Jicama, Cherry Tomatoes, Citrus Vinaigrette

$50.00

RIGATONI E CICI

Chickpeas, Spinach, Tomatoes, Sweet Onions, Black Garlic, Mint and Basil

$28.00

CHEF'S SELECTIONS

SIDE DISHES

SIMPLE GREENS

with Berries + Currants + Carrot Ginger Vinaigrette

$10.00

ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON, ONION AND CARROTS

$10.00

SAUTEED FOREST MUSHROOMS & GARLIC

$10.00

POMMES FRITES

with Rosemary Malt & Chipotle Ketchup

$10.00

STEAMED ASPARAGUS

$10.00

CREAMED SPINACH

$10.00

BAKED POTATO

Bacon, Chives, Sour Cream

$10.00

BANANA TRES LECHES

Banana Gelato, Fresh Fruit

$12.00

RICOTTA DOUGHNUTS

Mexican Chocolate, Creme Fraiche

$12.00

POT DE CREME

Espresso Whipped Cream

$10.00

PISTACHIO CREME BRULEE

Lemon Loaf

$11.00

SINGLE SCOOP GELATO

$8.00

SINGLE SCOOP SORBET

$8.00

CHEESE BOARD

Cornichons, Marconas, Dijon, Honeycomb, Fig Jam, Ciabatta, Cranberry Nut Bread

$18.00

DESSERT