Shells is located in the Travelodge. It has a cheerful breakfast room with a seaside motif. The breakfast buffet ($6.00) is adequate and has the usual ingredients. The room used for lunch and dinner is described by Thomas Birchmire as, "South Beach Neon". Its sea green walls are adorned with waves and the waiters wear bright shirts with a fish pattern. Each table has a bucket of Saltines on it. The food is very good, but not excellent. The atmosphere is fun and the waiters interesting and informal.
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RESTAURANT: |
SHELLS |
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6300 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, Florida |
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DATE: |
May 29, 1999 |
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MEAL: |
Lunch |
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DECOR: |
Beach |
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BREAD: |
Italian Bread - dry |
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SALAD: |
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APPETIZER: |
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ENTREE: |
Salad Topped with Grilled Shrimp ($7.99) Good |
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"Beach Party" ($15.00) Excellent - A skewer of 12 grilled shrimp and a 1/4 pound of fried shrimp, served with French fries and vegetables. |
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12 ounce grouper with French fries and cole slaw ($15.00) Very good |
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6 ounce grouper with French fries and cole slaw ($9.00) Very good |
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DESSERT: |
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OTHER: |
There are poor quality peanuts available to take to the table |
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Drinks are large |
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Dress is casual |
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Portions are a good size |
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Service is average |
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There is also a bar area with swivel chairs |
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OVERALL: |
B+ |