Shells and Sauce

Zach Gallegos

My girlfriend and I were on the search for a great Italian restaurant for a date night, and we found that with Shells and Sauce. Shells and Sauce is located in a nice neighborhood (Congress Park) and had parking in the back of the building. The staff was very friendly and also did a great job listing all the daily specials. The food was a real stand out, from the free bread that arrives to the table, to each of the wonderful entrees we tried. The truffle mac was a good appetizer, but the stuffed shells were the real star. The sweet potato shells paired with the pesto sauce were creamy and delicious. I would highly recommend Shells and Sauce for your next date night!

Criselda Sanchez

Shells and Sauce is a fantastic neighborhood spot with a cozy atmosphere and excellent service. From the moment we walked in, the staff was welcoming and attentive. Our server was especially great—knowledgeable, friendly, and spot-on with recommendations. The dishes were outstanding, with fresh ingredients and rich flavors. Every bite felt carefully crafted, and you could tell they put love into their food. The cocktails were just as impressive—well-balanced, creative, and the perfect complement to our meal. Overall, a wonderful dining experience. Whether you’re in the mood for comforting Italian food or a great drink, this place delivers. Can’t wait to return!

Rachel Nalecz

As an Italian with high standards, I can't WAIT to come back here! The seafood diavolo is incredible, as is the complimentary bread/oil they bring. Spring for dessert, it's worth it. Great wine selection and great cozy atmosphere!

Lienna OLEKSIYENKO

It’s such a cute cozy spot. Extremely friendly welcoming staff. I had sweet potatoes shells and they were divine. You can tell when pasta dishes are made from scratch and extremely fresh. The red sauce was incredible(not from can), It brought childhood tomato memories. I also had a bite of lasagna and it definitely exceeded my expectations. It had all the classical layers with multiple types of cheese, and was definitely worth the calories. I’m not a cannoli expert, but I’d go for jog again to have another one. They have a great happy hour and even half a salad or half pasta are great solid European full portion meals. Give it a try- you won’t be disappointed. Everything made from scratch, extremely fresh and tender.

Blake Howard

Quickly becoming a regular visit for us! Excellent food, I've tried many dishes and haven't had anything I don't like yet. Really enjoy the lasagna, pasta with sauce, and the bolognese! The salads topped with shrimp or salmon are also very tasty, a nice light meal that doesn't weigh me down but also fills me up. Good service as well, very attentive waiters and waitresses. If it's a weekend it's not a bad idea to make a reservation for prime hours. Although I have never had issue with walking in and just getting a table especially during happy hour. They stay fairly busy but usually you can get in fairly quick. Good selection of beer and wines, as well as the quality liquors. Whiskey and bourbon are my favorites and it's nice to see 4 roses bourbon on a happy hour special. It's pretty good bourbon for the price.