Gillian Nicole Murray
4 Shells is a hidden gem! I live close by but had never noticed them until I needed a spot to take some visiting friends for a local dinner. They were recommended and we were not disappointed. While the ambience was not fantastic, the food made up for that 200%. The snapper, pan fried or steamed . . . Fantastic!
… moreSean Gordon
If you’re looking for fresh, local, and absolutely delicious seafood, Four Shells Fish Joint is the place to go! This hidden gem offers some of the best seafood I’ve had in a long time. The flavors are spot on, and the quality of the lobster and fish is unmatched.
What I love about Four Shells is the no-frills, local vibe. It’s the kind of place where you know you’re getting authentic seafood without all the fancy extras. The staff is super friendly, and it feels like you’re getting a true taste of the local flavor.
Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area — you won’t be disappointed!
… moreShanay
We were recommended to 4 shells for seafood & the food was good especially the red snapper (steamed). The dining area is pretty dim & the staff could have been somewhat pleasant but other than that food was good. There isn’t much of a view just a green area I’m assuming for sports.
… moreCharlie Crocker
Come here for the food and the prices. This is where the locals eat. Menu is flexible depending on daily catch. Largest spiny lobsters I have seen and the Grilled Snapper is over-the-top. Relaxed, picnic table atmosphere next to the soccer (futbol) field. Relax on island time, it may take awhile to get your food from the grill. Worth the wait. Went three times in one week and celebrated my birthday here.
… morePeter M
If you ask most of the people in Saint Vincent, where to go for a taste of local food, near villa beach, they will tell you “Four Shells”. ‘So I made it there for early dinner. The menu is on the chalkboard and I decided to have the grilled fish combo that comes with standard sides, vegetables macaroni salad, rice and plantains. I walked inside where there is a sitting area plus a bar and it wasn’t pretty dark however, I placed my order and I said I would sit outside. I suppose I should have ordered the fried fish and what surprise me is that when it came out it hardly had any flavor or even texture. I tried a little bit of the salad, a strand or two of the macaroni salad, plantains piece or two of the vegetables and no plantains. Overall disappointing.
… moreJunior Davy
Best snapper I ever had. Sides of potato salad, salad, Rice, plantain went perfect with main course. Rest of family had lobster n loved it.. Haven’t even paid the bill and already writing this review!!! A must stop in St Vincent.
… moreGT Hodge
A highlight of our trip, wish we had this place back home! Nice staff and customers, friendly and welcoming. We longed for a nice lobster, and this is indeed the place to get it. Started with the 25 EC$ pork ribs which were delicious, nice sauce, back home this cut would be called “riblets.” Nice sized portion for 2 people. Believe server said lobster ran from 80 EC$ to a max of about 160 EC$, we ordered 1 “big one.” Well, it was huge in our view, but apparently not as big as they come as we paid 120 EC$, thank goodness we did not get the 160 EC$ as we were crazy full after eating the mid-sized one (see photos). Maybe the server kindly spared us the too big version, we think so because she was nice and really took care of us. Beautiful lobster wonderfully prepared, with good sides 15 EC$ total for two, loved the lentils and the rice. When we paid our bill, we were very politely told NOT to add a tip, despite there was no service charge. To us a great value and a great memory, too bad we cannot visit regularly but when we do return to St Vincent this will be our first stop. Also, if your senses shy you away from places that lack an expensive sign or are a bit rustic looking as this was, consider putting that aside and eating here, you’ll be happy you did.
… moreMel G
If you are in the locality of this restaurant, then it is a must to try. The portion size is extremely generous. The fish is perfectly cooked. The tuna fish, is the best I’ve eaten. The decor is very rustic old cabin looking. There is parking outside and it’s based on ground level with no steps. Cold beverages and alcohol is served here. They also serve BBQ chicken and a few other meats, which you can have with fries, or rice, it’s suitable for children and the whole family. The price is cheap for the amount of food and the quality is excellent. The service is fantastic, Regina is lovely and friendly. Overall excellent place to eat. Definitely 5* rating.
… moreTravelicious Life (Sandra)
Loved the steamed veg, breadfruit and rice, and I would have loved the lobster too, had it a) been the price I was originally quoted and b) not way overcooked. The girls were friendly, but didn’t give me the real rate. Don’t dare asking for citrus, either, but their hot pepper sauce is a great condiment/replacement. Would have loved to have a better experience as 4 Shells came highly recommended.
… moreRick Garrison (RickyRico)
4 Shells is located by where the fishermen do their thing, so me thinks the fish are fresh today. 4 Shells from the outside is typical Caribbean in the sense of no frills and basic, what it has in abundance is charm and personality and friendly service.
The food where do I start, my choice was fried Snapper with rice and peas, vegetables, salad, and pasta, the fish has to have its own plate it’s so big, the portion size of the food was generous, thanks, the fish was amazing, it was tasty , it was crispy just how I like it.
These guys know how to cook, this is a gem of a place to eat, the food on offer and the quality is seriously good, and let’s come onto the price, I have not encountered such a lot for so little, this is so reasonably priced, no wonder the locals keep this little gem of an eatery so quiet
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