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Bethel, CT
J.T. Farnham's
88 Eastern Ave. (Rte. 133)
Essex, MA
978-768-6643
The "clam highway" on Boston's North Shore and Cape Ann boasts at least five fabulous shacks, including Woodman's, said to be the inventor of fried clams. Our preference is Farnham's: light, not greasy, no rubbery clam strips, just sweet-and-tender bellies and necks.
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Reader Comments
Comment from Thomas Elliott on March 3, 2008
As a New England expatriate, I long for "whole clams" which seem to be a rarity outside of New England, and particularly Essex. However, there is a beacon of hope out here on the West Coast in San Diego, CA, where you can get "real" clams and Maine Lobster. If you are ever out this way, stop by the Studio Diner (www.studiodiner.com), where they fly the little critters in twice a week. Reputedly over $1,000,000 a year. Just to satisfy the cravings of us misplaced souls. Plus, they are open 24/7.
Comment from R Butler on September 12, 2008
I may be taken to task but for real fried clam enthusiasts and not just wanna-bes or tourists, the two best places are: The Clam Box in Ipswich and The Causeway (the ultimate fried clam place) in Gloucester. Yes, Farnhams is good too, but these two are heads and shoulders above the rest. If you do visit the Cuaseway, bring an appetite. A regular plate of anything either takes one heck of an appetite to finish or is a meal for two for the normal appetite. But, trust me, it is well worth a visit.
Comment from Dave Traill on April 3, 2009
"Jimmies of Savin Rock" in West Haven, CT has great fried clams.
Comment from Suzanne Sandblom on April 3, 2009
Yes the Clambox is the best but then I haven't been to the Causeway in Gloucester---I also like Farnhams- Woodman's is too greasy!
Comment from Kevin Dugan on April 4, 2009
Flo's in Portsmouth, RI or Evelyn's in Tiverton, RI are the places I go when I get back to RI. Great clams!
Comment from Ann fisher on April 6, 2009
Ted's Fried Clams in Shapleigh, Maine has the crispiest batter and the most tender bellies.
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