Side Trips from Boston Restaurants

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  • 1. Clam Box of Ipswich

    $$

    Shaped like a giant fried-clam box, this small roadside stand is the best place in the region to sample Ipswich's famous bivalves. Since 1935 locals and tourists have been lining up in droves for clams, oysters, scallops, and onion rings.

    246 High St. (Rte. 1A), Boston, Massachusetts, 01938, USA
    978-356–9707

    Known For

    • Fried seafood
    • Friendly service
    • Long lines

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed late Nov.–Feb., $10 credit card minimum, Reservations not accepted
  • 2. Woodman's of Essex

    $$

    According to local legend, this is where Lawrence "Chubby" Woodman invented the first fried clam back in 1916. Today this sprawling wooden shack with indoor booths and outdoor picnic tables is the place for seafood in the rough. Though it's in Essex, it's a quick drive from Gloucester and worth getting a to-go order to take to the beach. For fun, you can get into a lively discussion with a local over whether clam bellies or strips are the better choice.

    121 Main St. (Rte. 133), Boston, Massachusetts, 01929, USA
    978-768–2559

    Known For

    • Fried clams
    • Open year-round
    • The popular "down-river" lobster combo plate
  • 3. Brackett's Oceanview Restaurant

    $$

    Enormous windows in this quiet, homey restaurant offer excellent views across Sandy Bay, along with plenty of chowder, fish cakes, lobster, and other seafood dishes. While the restaurant is only open seasonally, next door is Brackett's café, Brother's Brew Coffee Shop, which is open year-round and serves breakfast.

    25 Main St., Boston, Massachusetts, 01966, USA
    978-546–2797

    Known For

    • Local seafood
    • Every table has a waterfront view
    • Great downtown location

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Columbus Day–mid-Apr.
  • 4. Finz Seafood & Grill

    $$$

    This contemporary seafood restaurant on Salem Harbor treats patrons to prime canal views. There is an extensive sushi and sashimi menu, plus lots of other seafood favorites, including sesame-crusted tuna and steamed lobster. Burgers and steaks are also available for meat eaters. Nab a seat on the outdoor deck when the weather's fine and eat practically among the boats.

    76 Wharf St., Boston, Massachusetts, 01970, USA
    978-744–8485

    Known For

    • Outdoor seating
    • Classic New England seafood
    • Large sushi menu
  • 5. The Landing

    $

    Decorated in nautical blues and whites, this pleasant restaurant sits right on Marblehead harbor, with a deck that's nearly in the water. The restaurant offers classic New England fare like clam chowder and broiled scrod, and serves brunch on Sunday. The pub area has a lighter menu and a local feel.

    81 Front St., Boston, Massachusetts, 01945, USA
    781-639–1266

    Known For

    • Waterside dining
    • Classic New England menu
    • Local feel
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