These Delicious Seafood Shacks Are Totally Worth the Trip By Sharon Chen • Published June 25, 2018 • Updated on January 15, 2020 at 9:53 am Here are some of our favorite seafood shacks in New England. 14 photos 1/14 Hidden Boston This local favorite in Essex, Mass. offers classic New England dishes such as their very popular grilled octopus plate with parsnip puree. 2/14 Located in Quincy, Mass. across from the beach, the Clam Box serves marvelous crab cakes and seafood platters. 3/14 Situated in Northeast Harbor, Maine, the Docksider Restaurant has delectable lobsters and a tasty crab meat au gratin. 4/14 This seafood shack located in Buzzards Bay, Mass. is set in a truly coastal setting and serves fresh seafood, including their tender fish-and-chips. 5/14 Hidden Boston Five Islands Lobster Co. in Georgetown, Maine, is a serendipitous discovery and has fried clams that are among the best in the region. 6/14 Overlooking the waters near Nantasket Beach, this family-owned restaurant in Hull, Mass. has a variety of seafood dishes. 7/14 A top choice for seafood in the Boston area, Moulton's Seafood Restaurant in Medford, Mass. has all kinds of items from fresh clam chowder to their delicious fried sole. 8/14 Hidden Boston Situated across from Wollaston Beach in Quincy, Mass., Tony’s Clam shop has an extensive menu of seafood from lobster rolls to fish sandwiches and more. 9/14 Hidden Boston This seafood shack in Rockport, Mass. has a spectacular view of the ocean and serves outstanding seafood. 10/14 Hidden Boston Ray Moore’s Fish Shack in Rockport, Mass. has unforgettable views as well as twin lobster and triple lobster specials. 11/14 Hidden Boston The Village Restaurant in Essex, Mass. is known for its dishes using fresh seafood. 12/14 Clam Box The Clam Box in Ipswich, Mass. is considered one of the best seafood places in Massachusetts. Try their Fisherman’s Platter and scallops. 13/14 Facebook/ Haddad's Ocean Cafe Haddad's Ocean Cafe in Marshfield, Mass. is worth visiting for their deluxe seafood plate and outstanding lobster casserole. 14/14 Facebook/ J.T. Farnhams This mom&pop clam shop is located in Essex, Mass. and serves their famous fried clams. More Photo Galleries In Photos: Election Day 2024 New Englanders hit the polls Tuesday: PHOTOS Rare comet in skies over North Texas Photos: 25 amazing images of the northern lights over New England