Best Fried Clams in Portsmouth

8 restaurant menus in Portsmouth, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Moxy
Moxy
90/100 (2066 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Chicken Sandwich
Fried pickles
Salad
Croquettes
Clams
Cakes
Fish
Oyster
Pork
Calamari
Risotto
Mussels
Calamares
Sandwiches
Tapas
Burger
Fried Clams
Ribs
Beef
Sit down
American
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"It was pretty good, but I don't think any of the dishes were very creative or special. Drinks were good. A lot of the food was basically dressed up..."
Nate Wooding
"Very pleasant surprise! We were on an unexpected one day excursion to Portsmouth and we were looking for a place for dinner. Saw that this..."
Warren Chu
"I live in Portsmouth and have always been told to check out Moxy but just haven't gotten over there until last night. Safe to say I'll be back there..."
Ty Mezquita
"This place is incredible. My lovely lady and I decided to celebrate New Years eve and our 1 year anniversary here! Best decision ever! It's all Tapas..."
Todd Bonser
"Every part of the scallop dish was extraordinary. Visually beautiful, and one of the most delicious dishes I've ever had any where in the world. Very..."
Ted Wilson
"We came for dinner on a brief trip to Portsmouth. I'd optimistically booked for dinner outside, and as a storm rolled in they actually called me to..."
Cassie Miller-Leone
"Great plates for sharing. So good! Highly recommended for anyone passing through town or staying the night. We will definitely be..."
Hillary Noble
"One of my favorite restaurants I've ever been to. Unique tapas. The atmosphere is wonderful. I'd recommend it to anyone in the area. Great drinks and..."
Kevin Travers
Old Ferry Landing
Old Ferry Landing
87/100 (920 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Seafood
American
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Shrimp Basket with Fries
Seafood Platters
Lobster
Baked Stuffed Haddock
French Fries
Fish & chips
Pasta
Broiled Haddock
Chicken Sandwich
Salad
Lobster Feast
Juice & Smoothies
Clam Chowder
Ferry Landing Lobster Roll
Pesto
Fish
Juice & Smoothies
Iced Tea Iced Coffee
Chicken Fingers
IPA
Scallops
Maine Root – Root Beer
Cesar Salad with Added Salmon Blackened
House Salad
Clams
Muscles with White Garlic Sauce
Lobster Bisque
Mussels
Grilled Swordfish
Tuna
Fried Haddock
New England Clam Chowder
Sandwiches
Sea Scallops
Fish & Chips
Burger
Fish and Chips
Lobster Roll
Fried Shrimp
Haddock
Fried Clams
Fried Clams
Sit down
Seafood
Bar
American
Full Bar
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Ate outside there's 4 of us plenty of Room at the table, cozy. Great view of the tug boats on the Piscataqua River. The clam chowder thick and tasty...."
Kathy Rabbe
"A friend and I had an excellent meal here after The Portsmouth Pride activities. It was very busy, but we were able to get right in and seated on the..."
Alyssa Holmes
"Such a great spot. Relaxed atmosphere and delicious food. Service was quick and..."
Christine Carleton
"Nice restaurant right on the water. Made a reservation in the morning and was told that we would have 2 tables next to each other. When we arrived..."
Robby Lee
"Absolutely amazing food. I got the Tall Ship lobster roll and seafood chowder. Their seafood chowder is the best around. If you want award winning..."
Justin Masse
"Great waterfront spot, server Maddie was excellent. My mussels were delicious, wife's bacon avocado burger was very..."
jason okinawa
Row 34
Row 34
85/100 (658 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
American
Bar
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Warm Buttered Lobster Roll
Toasts
Salmon
Cakes
Ethel's Creamy Lobster
Pesto
Fish
Lobster
Lager Steamed Mussels
Bloody Mary
Cocktails
Oyster Slider
IPA
Crab Cake
Cornbread
Pasta
Shrimp Pasta
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Sea Bass
Salad
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
Lobster Roll
Tuna Tartare
Clam Chowder
New England Clam Chowder
Tapas
Fish Taco
Crab
Tacos
Scallops
Fish Tacos
Haddock
Clams
Raw Oysters
Steamers
Oyster
Sandwiches
Butterscotch Pudding
Fried Clams
Calamari
Burger
Scallops
Cod
Mussels
Bass
Calamari
Grilled Whole Branzino
Halibut
Tuna
Ceviche
Shrimp
Shellfish Tower
Fish & chips
Fish Sandwich
Calamares
Lettuce Wraps
American
Bar
Seafood
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Very sophisticated setting with amazing service, the waitress gave us some good suggestions with food and beer. The only reason I gave 4.0/5.0 was..."
Adarsh Ravi
"Dinner for three was absolutely fabulous. Best ever oysters. Amazing Halibut. We were unable to get reservations, but as Walk-ins were seated..."
David G Smith
"Great place for a delicious, fancy night out! The lobster roll was of course, amazing. The pasta was also shockingly good, both the mushroom stuffed..."
Olga Shestopalova
"Great place to stop in for a drink. Excellent ambiance, friendly bartenders. Wish they had some vegan options. But they don't, so we come for the..."
C Maser
"Wife and I ate here during August 2020 Summer Covid Lockdown. We sat outside at a nice table on a warm evening. Food was good as were the drinks. ..."
Michael E
"Great food, nice atmosphere and awesome service. Had an issue with one of our dishes where it came out with ingredients that weren't listed in the..."
Mandy Aureli
"Service was great... they practice social distancing and the raw oysters was very..."
Sofia Crowder
"Went in for lunch. Had oysters from the raw bar and fried calamari for appetizer. We chose the buttered lobster roll for entrees. Good service. Got..."
kate cordeiro
"Great drinks! Staff was friendly and kind to my messy little boy. Impressed that they offer baked salmon on the kids menu! My kiddo enjoyed it. Staff..."
Lauren Geoffrion
"Great $1 oysters and very good service. However, even though the food quality was excellent the flavor combinations by the chef left me wanting. A..."
Tim Tetz
The River House Restaurant
The River House Restaurant
81/100 (2729 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Grill
Bar
Grill
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
American
American
Soups
Seafood
Vegan Options
Soups
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
French Fries
Mussels
BLT
Tuna
Cakes
Calamares
Fish
Lobster
Salmon
Paninis
Fish & chips
Crab Cake
Pasta
Chowder
Meatloaf
Fish & Chips
Salad
Lobster Roll
Clam Chowder
Tapas
Mac and cheese
Tacos
Sandwiches
Haddock
Crab
Burger
Fried Clams
Scallops
Clams
Fish Sandwich
Calamari
Fried shrimp
Sit down
Bar
Grill
American
Soups
Seafood
Waterfront
Wine and Beer
Accepts Discover
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great place to grab dinner , no reservations and the wait was only 20 minutes on a Saturday night around 8pm. Would recommend to any sea food lover..."
Cameron Wye
"The wait staff did an awesome job, Amber was very good and on top of her game, I had the lobster roll with seafood chowder and a salad, my wife had..."
Ken Maniscalco
"This place was awesome and found by accident. Their gluten free menu is amazing. All their fried foods (FRIES!!) are gluten free. They use rice and..."
Deb Tirrell
"Friendly staff and great food. Lobster artichoke dip with sour dough bread excellent! Outside seating has a great view of the..."
Barbara Wallace Maloney
"Love this place great views, staff super friendly and food is..."
Karen Hale Memmolo
"It was such a great experience! My sister and I went and not enjoyed our food so much!! The lobster is pricy but sooooo worth..."
Taylor Moulton
"Get the chowder! By far the best chowder we’ve ever had! Get a bowl of it because it is that good. You will not be..."
Sharon Siebold Burton
"Top notch. We had a delicious lunch of lobster rolls and chowder... would go again in a heartbeat. enclosed deck was comfortable and staff..."
Kimberly Teichrow
"Very nice place and the food was just great. We will come back a gain when we are in that..."
Heike Häusler
"Great chowder and lobster roll. I would recommend it to anyone passing..."
Tyler Spratt
"After a 90-minute wait (due to popularity) we sat outside overlooking the river with a beautiful view. We ordered the shrimp tostadas which were more..."
Jay White
"Great lunchtime meal out by the water. Prices were reasonable for the touristy area. Wait staff was polite, helpful and friendly. Food was delivered..."
Christopher Leger
"PEOPLE: everything fried here is gluten free. Let me repeat that: fried = gluten free :’) I had the haddock fried sandwich it was DELISH, basically..."
Madelyn Falteisek
"It's been alot better in the past... But, you know, covid and all... (sick of that excuse) great service and very caring staff..."
J. Christopher Home Renovations
"Nice views at this restaurant. We sat outside, it was lovely. I had the turkey sandwich and my companion had the chicken salad wrap with sweet..."
Shawna Tinkham
Bratskellar Pizza Pub
Bratskellar Pizza Pub
81/100 (1174 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Vegan Options
American
Seafood
Bar
Pub
Pizza
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Chowder
Lobster Roll
Shrimp
Haddock
Fried Clams
Seafood Platters
Lobster
Swordfish
Salad
Wings
Clam Chowder
Lobster rice
Cakes
Scallops
Fish
Clams
Mussels
Sandwiches
Salmon
Burger
Sit down
American
Bar
Pub
Pizza
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"Visited Maine for the day and finished it off with some seafood. We drove around for a good hour and found this place! Food was amazing, restaurant..."
Kara Schlesinger
"I've been going to the Brat for years and just love it. Whether dining with friends or family or by myself, the Brat/Dinnerhorn has great eats at..."
Wendy Grant
"Always the best. My mom eats there almost every day. If i am ever to move back north this would be my hangout! Alison is the prettiest and..."
Jeffrey Kohl
"We love the Bratskeller! My guy & I visit the area every other month and our tradition is to head to the Bratskeller for late-night pizza and beer..."
Norma Marie
"I have been going here for over 30 yrs. Still loving it. The best place to have not only pizza but, excellent subs. Great waiters too. ..."
Dale LaPointe Seaton
"great wings, great pizza, cold beer and helpful staff at the bar. always have a great time here. wings are great done "extra..."
Philip Jayson
"Whenever I’m in town I HAVE to come here for pizza. They’ve got the best pizza anywhere. In fact, I came here twice on this past visit. Love..."
Shawn McCurdy
"I've been going to the Brat all my life. It is by far my go to pizza place especially when I luck out and Tom's working because he makes the best..."
Suzy Koch George
"The atmosphere is great and the food is good. I love their pizza. The waiters and waitresses are very nice and always make you feel welcome. It..."
Suzanne Noyes Driscoll
"One of my favorite places to go when I'm visiting family. Never actually eaten in the restaurant because the bar area is where it's at. Even if you..."
Kathryn Hasenfuss
"Our food was delish!!!! Buffalo pizza and Barvarian pizza was awesome and better the second time at home!! Chicken Parm Sandwich was excellent!! ..."
Kelly Fryczynski Watson
"Place has been a wonderful place to eat for as far back as I can remember. Although it may only have been just yesterday that we ate there. I will..."
Kris Adams
"The pizza was great ! I have been driving by this place for years. I am just mad we didn't try this place sooner. I'll be back..."
Susan Ciani
"Cheap beer always cold, great pizza and an amazing atmosphere! Couldn't pick a better place to come and relax after a nice cruise down RT..."
Stephen Ramette Sr.
"I use to visit the Bratskellar for pizza 🍕 a lot when I was a kid and a teenager. As I got older and started loosing interest in pizza 🍕, I..."
Stephen Priest
"Bratskellar is always busy, and it is no surprise. They serve some of the best pan Pizzas around. We drove an hour away to get some. My wife had a..."
John Snyder
"Best wings in New England in my opinion and the pizza isn't far behind. Also the coldest mug of beer you will find anywhere!! Cant go wrong with..."
Andrew Olsen
"During a recent shopping day with a friend, we took a lunch break. Initially we had planned to eat at the Mexican restaurant near the Bratskellar. It..."
K Wheeler-Smith
"Reasonable lunch specials with the fine dining experience. Be careful where and when you park because the parking lot floods during high tide. Does..."
Austin Grant
"This place is fantastic! An oldie but definitely a goodie! Our server was perfect. He was friendly and helpful and a lot of fun. The food was great...."
Anthony Antosiewicz
"There are two places in one. The front of the building is the Dinnerhorn. More of a dinner, salad etc menu. Good food and the back of the building is..."
Kim Soucy
"My favorite pizza around. I always buy a couple extra and freeze them. I live far away and can't always get to them when I have the craving for a..."
David James
Flos Clam Shack
Flos Clam Shack
85/100 (76 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Seafood
Seafood
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Clams
Chowder
Fish & chips
Fish & Chips
Lobster Roll
Fried Clams
Cakes
Fish
Shrimp
Lobster
Clam Chowder
Sit down
Seafood
American
Takeout
Seating
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Lunch
Mid-range
"So far I've tried the Fried Calamari plater, it came with French fries and coleslaw. Very delicious, nice light and airy. Can't wait to try other..."
karlcamis
"Good location right on the water. Fish and chips was tasty, fish was well breaded and crispy, fries were a little plain seasoning wise but once..."
Kurt Wivagg
"Spectacular clam strips, great fries. I wish I came here with more of an appetite, the portions looked huge so we split a plate, next time going to..."
Forrest Harbour
"We had creamy clam chowder, clam cakes, cheeseburger and fries! I like the clam chowder, it is creamy but not too thick- on the thinner side. Lots..."
Heather Julian
"homey, fried seafood take-out on the water, you are given your food in a styrofoam container and take it across the street to munch on the beach. a..."
Mike H
"A southern New England staple. Not only is the clamcakes the best, but you've got the beach right across the street. Beautiful custom Harley & Indian..."
Butch Manny Reiniche
"Great food, nice area near the water. Long waits..."
kyle gagne
"Usually pretty busy but sooooo worth the wait! Sit by the water and enjoy your meal. Stuffies, Fried Scallops and obviously the Clam Cakes are out of..."
Jennifer Creador
Bg's Boathouse
Bg's Boathouse
80/100 (1146 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Seafood
American
Bar
Bar
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Boathouse Punch Pain Killer
Fried Clams
Lobster
Lobster and Rice Pilaf
Pinot Grigio
Seafood Platters
Salad
Clam and Scallop Plate
Dark and Stormy
Swordfish
Clam Chowder
Onion Rings Clam Strips and Scallops
Fisherman's Platter
Fish Sandwich
Fish 'N Chips
French Fries
Cakes
Crab
Oyster
Fish
Scallops
Key Lime Pie
Lobster Roll
seafood platter
Clams
Scallop Platter
Oyster
Fried Clams
Tuna
Blackened Tuna
Crab Cake
House Dinner Salad
Chowder
Sandwiches
Blackened Shrimp Platter
Fish & Chips
Burger
Boiled Lobsters
Lobster Roll
Chowder Soap
Fish & chips
Haddock
Cole Slaw Side
Steamers
Sit down
American
Bar
Seafood
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Waterfront
Table Service
Accepts Discover
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"As a lifelong resident, it's hard not to know this location. Incredible lobster rolls and several different delicious chowder's to choose from. This..."
Rick R
"Every visit I have ever had the pleasure had been a wonderful experience each time. Absolutely love the lobster boil with steamers with the view. An..."
Sisouk
"We dined on the patio with a beautiful view of Sagamore Creek. Our clam chowder and haddock were delicious! We had an overall great experience. The..."
DonKarlos Dragonborn
"First time visitors - very nice! Very creamy tasty clam chowder. Delicious clams lobster & scallops. Nice view of the water. Tables inside & out are..."
Kevin Conod
"This is the perfect little spot off the beaten path to grab a bite and a drink, sit on the water and relax! The steamers were great and I loved the..."
Kate Benson
"Covid compliant. Excellent service food was Good a little over..."
Gregory Bush
"Great view fun spot, friendly staff. With good food and drink. Pull in with your kayak like we do every..."
Rich Earle
The Beach Plum
The Beach Plum
79/100 (775 ratings)
Quick Bites
Seafood
American
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Fast Food
American
Soups
Soups
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Lobster
Fish
Salad
Clam Chowder
Crab
Scallops
Clams
Chowder
Lobster Roll
Sandwiches
Haddock
Burger
Fried Clams
Shrimp
French Fries
Sit down
Soups
Seafood
American
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Family style
Highchairs Available
Dog Friendly
Digital Payments
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I left here with a SEAFOOD HANGOVER! Clams,scallops, chowder, ice cream!! Hot and Fresh. I'll be..."
Lorene Mazzei
"Good food served hot, friendly counter help. What was not good was that there were w different customers who each had dogs inside the restaurant in..."
Ann Cummings
"A great selection of seafood (mostly fried). The fries food is done perfectly, tastes great and is no where near greasy. I have visited both this..."
Mark Tierney
"My first time visiting, loved it! Will be back again. Food was..."
Mazzle Allen
"We love this place! Me and my boyfriend have been coming here since they open. Their large lobster roll is so big we can share it, they pile on so..."
Shelly Richards
"Absolutely nice portions of food for the price a little disappointed with shells and my lobster meat but other than that they still are one of the..."
Julie Gingras