The Hard Shell - DowntownJune 15th in RichmondI was very pleased with the Hardshell, even though I found it online. I just googled a seafood place close to the hotel I was staying. I had lobster and it was very tasty and fresh.6/15/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Richmond Seafood!Great price for quality, I would highly recommend for lunch! The she crab soup was amazing.. dad loved his crab cake sandwhich too. We will definitely be going back!6/15/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat experienceThe food was excellent. The service was exactly what I would expect. I would dine at the Hard Shell anytime.6/14/2013 12:00:00 AMFood and service were excellent.Food and service were excellent. Parking is not an issue since there is a parking deck across the street.6/6/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat seafood!Appetizers, Entrees & Deserts were all wonderful with great flavor.6/5/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat place for LunchThis was my first time at The Hard Shell. I was not disappointed. I went there for lunch with some co-workers. The food was very good. We ordered a couple of appetizers before the entrees. I would recommend the calamari. The restaurant is clean and in a great location. I definitely want to go back for dinner sometime. Thank you for a great experience.5/29/2013 12:00:00 AMHard ShellThe Hard Shell in downtown richmond did not disappoint. My wife and I attended for our anniversary and were pleasantly surprised by the quality and taste of each course. Very friendly atmosphere and the wait staff was right on time. Would definately recommend.5/20/2013 12:00:00 AMI had the grilled lobster.I had the grilled lobster. I do not normally eat lobster because I find the texture unappealing. However, after eating this lobster, I was ready to order it again. It was fantastic!5/18/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent ambiance, serviceExcellent ambiance, service and food. It must be experienced to be fully appreciated.5/17/2013 12:00:00 AMLarge groupI had a group of ten men and they did a wonderful job with great food!5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food and service are alwaysThe food and service are always great. The brunch has alot to choose from at reasonable prices.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMWent to Hard Shell on Mother'sWent to Hard Shell on Mother's day to celebration my daughter's graduation from Univ of Richmond. Our third time there and we are never disappointed. On what can be a very crazy day to dine out, it was a wonderful experience.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Brunch on the PatioFood was very good, as always. Perused a nice Sunday Brunch menu while awaiting our expertly assembled Bloody Marys. Hard Shell Benedict (two succulent crab cakes on muffins topped with perfectly poached eggs and hollandaise) was a fantastic choice (mine!). The more traditional steak and eggs, ham and cheese omelet, and Hard Shell burger (strongly endorsed by the teenager) were also hits. Repeat customers for a reason!5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Mother's Day DinnerTook my wife and her mother as well as my 3 grown kids for a nice dinner. We were not dissapionted. The 3 girls had the lobster with chosen sides and we 3 guys had the shrimp and grits. Good meal but the S&G is much better at the Water Grill. Very nice atmosphere...will return.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMAnniversary DinnerThe service was prompt and courteous. The food was great. A great dining experience for the misses and I.5/8/2013 12:00:00 AMI love ItI love the food Had a great time on my Birthday.... Thanks for tha service4/29/2013 12:00:00 AMAnniversaryMy husband and I were celebrating our 38th Wedding Anniversary. We enjoyed the feeling of being tucked away with great food! We have been going to this restaurant for several years and always enjoy the food!4/27/2013 12:00:00 AMI love this place so much.I love this place so much. I had to come twice during restaurant week. Their she crab soup, filet mignon and shrimp, and the key lime pie can only be described as -- MUAH!!!4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Seafood in the Bottom!Great service, great food, great atmosphere! Wonderful restaurant week menu and every course was special and delicious!4/23/2013 12:00:00 AMFood was excellent. WaiterFood was excellent. Waiter was very attentive. However -My sole complaint was arriving for an early dinner reservation and requesting a booth, but being told they were full and being seated at a small corner table. And walking into the dining area past four empty booths, and afterwards walking out and seeing two of those booths still empty. It was a quiet Monday night, with little traffic. I felt second class. Doubt we will return here again for the good food. Too many alternatives to explore.4/22/2013 12:00:00 AMAlways great food; service...ok.Dined at Hardshell several times. As always the food was very good and everything was fresh and as expected. Preparation and presentation was excellent. Appetizers were also very good. Service, this time, was a little pushy. We had out of town clients in and had a lot to talk about. We were constantly interrupted by our server, which actually got worse as the food arrived. We had asked for some time earlier to review menus at our leisure, and allow us time to settle in and talk. I am sure the waiter had good intentions, but he would literally just come by and start talking or asking questions right in the middle of some of our conversations. You must strike a balance between being attentive and intrusive. It was a bit annoying.4/17/2013 12:00:00 AMGo for the oysters!The Hard Shell in downtown Richmond, VA is my go to spot when I want sea food. This time I selected the she crab soup and fried oysters and, as always, was delighted ... both were simply delicious.4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was excellent withThe food was excellent with our party of 8 trying a variety of appetizers and meals. All from the beef to the crab cakes was well prepared and very delicious. I would recommend this to any seafood lovers.4/4/2013 12:00:00 AMFirst Visit for the In-LawsWe went with my wife's parents who are from out of town. We have dined here on several occasions but it was their first visit. Walking through the door, my in-laws were immediately impressed with the decor. Drinks consisted of pints of various micro-brews on tap while and a bottle of Chardonnay based on our server's recommendation. Appetizers consisted of two dozen steamed little-neck clams - which were amazing. My wife and mother-in-law had lobster dishes - as it was Lobster Monday. My father-in-law had filet mignon and I had the sesame crusted tuna. All dinners were superb. My tuna portion seemed a little small compared to other restaurants - but the tuna I did have was amazing. Shared pies for dessert completed the evening.4/1/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat brunch on Easter. GreatGreat brunch on Easter. Great service and good brunch options. Very reasonably priced and accommodated group of 8 at the last minute. Much appreciated.3/31/2013 12:00:00 AMMy husband took me there forMy husband took me there for my birthday. The food was awesome! Great presentation.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat oysters from the rawGreat oysters from the raw bar, excellent fish and seafood, nice atmosphere, just a wonderful dining experience.... keep it coming!3/28/2013 12:00:00 AMI will definitely return.I will definitely return. The food and service were excellent!3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent Surf and TurfExcellent food! Best surf and turf I have had in a long while. The filet melts in your mouth while the lobster was well prepared.3/15/2013 12:00:00 AMService was great. Food wasService was great. Food was excellent. We went as a small party and the they were ready for us. Fun atmosphere.3/12/2013 12:00:00 AM