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
DAILY SPECIALS
RAW BAR
SHRIMP COCKTAIL
EACH With Cocktail Sauce
HARBOR SAMPLER
Ceviche, Shrimp, Oysters, and Clams, Cocktail Sauce or Mignonette
SHRIMP CEVICHE
Tomato, Cilantro, Chipotle
TOWER OF SHELLS
North Atlantic lobster, lump crab, shrimp, oysters, clams, ceviche, gravlax, cocktail sauce or mignonette
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAVIAR
(g) House Potato Chips, Sour Cream, Chive
TUNA TARTARE
Soy, Avocado, Cucumber, Onion, Potato Crisp
LOBSTER BAO
Spicy Kewpie, Paddlefish Roe
POLPETTE
Pork Meatballs, Marinara, Parmesan
CRAB CAKE
Panko-crusted Jumbo Lump Crab, Asian Cabbage Slaw, Avocado, Lemongrass Aioli
THAI CURRY MUSSEL POT
We Recommend: Pomme Frites
BAKED RICOTTA
Roasted Tomatoes, Herbs, Truffle Oil, Ciabatta
COCONUT MILK FRIED
Cauliflower Malaysian Peanut Sauce
SOY GLAZED PORK BELLY
Pickled Cabbage, Apple Mostarda, Balsamic Glaze
SMALL PLATES
ARTISANAL CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE BOARD
CHEESE BOARD
CHARCUTERIE BOARD
CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE BOARD
N.E. CLAM CHOWDER
Whole fresh clams, bacon, thyme, golden potato, light cream broth
GOLDEN & RED BEET CARPACCIO
Burrata, Fig Jam, Sage, Pistachio, Green Apple, Agave
MEDITERRANEAN SALAD
Spinach, Arugula, Apples, Currant, Gorgonzola, Carrot Ginger Vinaigrette
KALE CAESAR SALAD
Fried Capers, Classic Dressing, Anchovies
SOUP & SALAD
CHEF'S CUTS
BY LAND
Wagyu Sirloin, Andouille Sausage, Pork Belly, Spinach, Mushrooms, Caramelized Onion, Cognac Cream Reduction
BY SEA
Butter Poached Lobster Tail, Roasted Octopus, Seared Scallops, Baked Potato Oscar, Yuzu Slaw, Drawn Butter
ALLEN BROTHERS NY STRIP
Parsnip Puree, Mustard Greens, Caramelized Onion, Bacon Cippolini Jus
ALLEN BROTHERS BLACK ANGUS RIBEYE- oz
Parmesan truffle crust, fennel potato gratin, brussels with bacon, red wine reduction
CHEFS PRIME FILET MIGNON
Asparagus, Yukon Potatoes Choron, Demi Glaze
STEAK FRITES
Red Wine Reduction, Creamed Spinach, caramelized Onions, Truffle Frites
LINGUINI FRA DIAVOLO
Shallots, Fennel, San Marzano Tomatoes, Red Chile
SQUID INK CARBONARA
Pork Belly, Edamame, Midnight Moon Goat Cheese, Egg Yolk
PAN ROASTED HALF CHICKEN
Kale, Carrots, Potatoes, Lemon-Thyme Jus, Spicy Honey
BOUILLABAISE
Cod, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp, Scallops, Lobster-Fennel Broth, Grilled Ciabatta
STEAMED LOBSTER
Served with Two Sides and Drawn Butter
ALASKAN BLACK GARLIC COD
Bok Choy, Stir Fry, Bamboo Tacu Tacu, Ginger Lemongrass Broth
SALMON
Ginger Black Pepper Crust, Braised Lentil Ragout, Lemon Vin Blanc
SEARED SCALLOPS
Celery Root Puree, Green Apple-Fennel Ragout,Saffron Vin Blanc
LOBSTER SALAD
Picked and Chilled Maine Lobster, Arugula, Avocado, Citrus, Jicama, Cherry Tomatoes, Citrus Vinaigrette
RIGATONI E CICI
Chickpeas, Spinach, Tomatoes, Sweet Onions, Black Garlic, Mint and Basil
CHEF'S SELECTIONS
SIDE DISHES
SIMPLE GREENS
with Berries + Currants + Carrot Ginger Vinaigrette
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON, ONION AND CARROTS
SAUTEED FOREST MUSHROOMS & GARLIC
POMMES FRITES
with Rosemary Malt & Chipotle Ketchup
STEAMED ASPARAGUS
CREAMED SPINACH
BAKED POTATO
Bacon, Chives, Sour Cream
BANANA TRES LECHES
Banana Gelato, Fresh Fruit
RICOTTA DOUGHNUTS
Mexican Chocolate, Creme Fraiche
POT DE CREME
Espresso Whipped Cream
PISTACHIO CREME BRULEE
Lemon Loaf
SINGLE SCOOP GELATO
SINGLE SCOOP SORBET
CHEESE BOARD
Cornichons, Marconas, Dijon, Honeycomb, Fig Jam, Ciabatta, Cranberry Nut Bread