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The Shell, London,

The Shell

4.2
4.2
92 Reviews
£25 and under
Seafood
124 Southampton Row, London, WC1B 5AA

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2 people
7:00 p.m.

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
This was a project born out of passion, by a few shellfish seafood lovers who wanted to bring with them that feeling of fulfillment you get from seafood restaurants from Continental Europe. Here at The Shell, we aim to bring you, the freshest and highest quality products straight from the producers and fishing boats for a very reasonable price to fulfill you seafood dreams.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Shellfish, Grill
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Holborn
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    5 min walk from Russel Square Station (Piccadilly Line) & Holborn Station (Piccadily & Central Line)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 92 people are saying

The Shell reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

92 Reviews
  1. Bia VIP

    London36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good value seafood, fresh and good portion except lunch sea bass, fish was smaller than I had before. The food was slow at the beginning but then we ordered the second round, they came quick.

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  2. Chris

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The waiter was lovely - the only problem was that the hot starter arrived almost at the same time as the oysters we ordered, so sat there getting cold… and then exactly the same thing happened with the main 🙁

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  3. David VIP

    London173 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were there maybe over a year ago. The food is excellent and service quite outstanding, special mention for Mery who was attentive but not intrusive. Everything was served at appropriate and timely fashioned. Thank you "The Shell". The only negative is that they have not updated the food and drinks menu on opentable.

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  4. Jeffrey

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anywhere lovely place traveled from S Wales well impressed with everything lovely staff amazing food will be happy to visit again soon when I'm back in London With Thanks Jeff & Felicity

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  5. Mathew

    Orlando2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was quiet , service was good and food was tasty

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  6. Frederic VIP

    London231 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great lunch at The Shell pre a visit to the British Museum nearby. We went for the large cold seafood platter and it was fabulous. Very varied, fresh and good value. Lovely service. Recommended!

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  7. Konstantin

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on September 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The food is subpar, oysters were ok, but the stake - probably the worst I’ve had at a restaurant. Crab legs - tasteless and water from being frozen. Lobster was ok-ish. Service was good. Won’t come back

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very good Will go again Seafood all fresh Waiters are friendly indeed

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Friendly service. Good value.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exceeded expectations. Food and service were great. I've already recommended the restaurant to friends and will absolutely be back.

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FAQs

The Shell does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo and Just Eat.

The Shell is rated 4.2 stars by 92 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. West End (London)
  5. Holborn

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Google Map for The Shell

124 Southampton Row, London, WC1B 5AA

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Holborn
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Shellfish, Grill
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    5 min walk from Russel Square Station (Piccadilly Line) & Holborn Station (Piccadily & Central Line)
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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