Captain Benny's Half Shell

8506 Main St - Houston
Recommended by Sluurpy: 2021
🏆 #232 of 4407 restaurants in Houston
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3.9/5
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🌳 Outdoor seating 🚚 Delivery 🥡 Takeout 🍽️ Dine-in 🍺 Alcohol 🍹 Cocktails 🍷 Wine 📅 Reservations Wheelchair accessible Accessible restroom 😊 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👥 Good for groups

💬 What people say

Oysters 140 Gumbo 97 Catfish 70 Fried shrimp 55 Stuffed 39 Poboy 17 Micheladas 13 Flounder 11

Contact Information

📞 Phone: +1 713-666-5469
📍 Address: 8506 Main St, Houston

🕐 Opening Hours

Closed Opens at 12:00 PM
Monday1 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday2 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday3 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday4 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday5 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday6 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Sunday7 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Google Reviews

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ladyp24kgold

★★★★★ 5/5
Never Disappoint. The waitress was so entertaining and all staff were attentive. Only one thing can be improved, the toilet needs to have ADA toilets for us old people 😊
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Justin Guillet

★★★★★ 5/5
Great oysters! The atmosphere was awesome as well. The rest of the food was good after the oysters as well. They were pretty busy and handled it well.
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Alize Serrano

★★★★★ 5/5
the seafood was super delicious ! the waiter was amazing & it just felt cozy overall, will be back asap ❤️
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K en

★★★★★ 5/5
Very fresh seafood cooked perfectly. You know how you get that slightly bitter dirty frying oil undertone in a lot of fried food from most fast food restaurants? Not here! I suspect it's because they change their oil often, as it should be. It makes a world of difference! Captain Benny's is reasonably priced and the freshness and quality of their food along with the very friendly quality of their staff and waiters speaks for itself. The golden fried shrimp Poboy is especially awesome!
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Jennifer Foy

★★★★★ 5/5
We were looking for something casual but good local seafood. This was the perfect spot! Sat at the counter and our waiter, Guy, who has been there for 20+ years was super helpful, entertaining and friendly. We ordered the baked oysters which were delicious and the shrimp and scallop kabob. It came with a delicious shrimp and veggie rice. We also had fried shrimp and stuffed crab. Everything was delicious and the prices seem fair. Can't wait to come back!
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Jamie Slaughter

★★★★★ 5/5
Had lunch...gumbo, the mate's plate, & broiled fish. All was very good. The wait staff (sorry, I didn't get her name), was very sweet & friendly. Will return to this location.
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Donald Wilson

★★★★★ 5/5
Started as a dine in order until a situation arose where we had to leave. The staff was very accommodating and promptly boxed our order to go. Many thanks to them for the professional service. I had the broiled catfish stuffed with crab and shrimp. Incredible!
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Samantha Ramirez

★★★★★ 5/5
I love this place! I ordered a naked flounder seasoned with sweet potatoes, and it was delicious! I loved it !! I'm not sure what plate my bf ordered, but it was good as well! The scenery of the place was amazing too, I really enjoy places like that. I'm not much into posting reviews, but if I really like a place, I wouldn't mind giving them praise !
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Jim Gossen

★★★★★ 5/5
I have been coming here since 1973 when Capt. Benny was running the restaurant. It has always been a favorite for seafood gumbo, whole fried catfish and fried shrimp.
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Offcer Lady

★★★★★ 5/5
Ms Amanda is very professional kind and courtesy great assistance manager always greets me with a smile and always make sure my food is hot and fresh the best service ever . Vicky is also very understanding and make sure the to go bags had condiments and such. Will be visiting again .Thanks amillion . Officer Charlene
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