These Delicious Seafood Shacks Are Totally Worth the Trip

Here are some of our favorite seafood shacks in New England.

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This local favorite in Essex, Mass. offers classic New England dishes such as their very popular grilled octopus plate with parsnip puree.
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This local favorite in Essex, Mass. offers classic New England dishes such as their very popular grilled octopus plate with parsnip puree.
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Located in Quincy, Mass. across from the beach, the Clam Box serves marvelous crab cakes and seafood platters.
Located in Quincy, Mass. across from the beach, the Clam Box serves marvelous crab cakes and seafood platters.
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Situated in Northeast Harbor, Maine, the Docksider Restaurant has delectable lobsters and a tasty crab meat au gratin.
Situated in Northeast Harbor, Maine, the Docksider Restaurant has delectable lobsters and a tasty crab meat au gratin.
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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.
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.
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Five Islands Lobster Co. in Georgetown, Maine, is a serendipitous discovery and has fried clams that are among the best in the region.
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Five Islands Lobster Co. in Georgetown, Maine, is a serendipitous discovery and has fried clams that are among the best in the region.
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Overlooking the waters near Nantasket Beach, this family-owned restaurant in Hull, Mass. has a variety of seafood dishes.
Overlooking the waters near Nantasket Beach, this family-owned restaurant in Hull, Mass. has a variety of seafood dishes.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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This seafood shack in Rockport, Mass. has a spectacular view of the ocean and serves outstanding seafood.
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This seafood shack in Rockport, Mass. has a spectacular view of the ocean and serves outstanding seafood.
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Ray Moore’s Fish Shack in Rockport, Mass. has unforgettable views as well as twin lobster and triple lobster specials.
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Ray Moore’s Fish Shack in Rockport, Mass. has unforgettable views as well as twin lobster and triple lobster specials.
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The Village Restaurant in Essex, Mass. is known for its dishes using fresh seafood.
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The Village Restaurant in Essex, Mass. is known for its dishes using fresh seafood.
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The Clam Box in Ipswich, Mass. is considered one of the best seafood places in Massachusetts. Try their Fisherman’s Platter and scallops.
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.
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Haddad's Ocean Cafe in Marshfield, Mass. is worth visiting for their deluxe seafood plate and outstanding lobster casserole.
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Haddad's Ocean Cafe in Marshfield, Mass. is worth visiting for their deluxe seafood plate and outstanding lobster casserole.
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This mom&pop clam shop is located in Essex, Mass. and serves their famous fried clams.
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This mom&pop clam shop is located in Essex, Mass. and serves their famous fried clams.
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