Summertime in southeastern Connecticut begins with the opening of Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough, a beloved seafood destination in Noank known for its famous lobster rolls, scenic Mystic River views, and a charming, picnic-friendly atmosphere.
Woodman’s of Essex, a fifth-generation family seafood eatery since 1916, offers famous fried clams, clam chowder, clam cakes, and lobster rolls.
Family-owned since 1966, Harbor Fish Market in Portland, Maine, is a local seafood market that’s prized for its ultra-fresh fish and commitment to quality.
Plan the pefect summer weekend on the Connecticut shore with our 2024 guide to the best places to eat, stay, and play.
New Haven-style pizza (apizza) is famous for its coal-fired flavor and creative topping combinations. Here, we set out to sample some of the best New Haven pizza spots.
Every summer, fans of fried clams flock to the Clam Box in Ipswich, Massachusetts, for plates of golden brown goodness.
Bellies or strips? For those who dare to prefer the latter, here are ten spots with some of the best fried clam strips in New England.
Where are the best hot dogs in New England? It was a tough assignment, but Yankee contributor Mike Urban set out to discover (and devour) the region’s most delicious wieners.
Seafood expert Mike Urban has sampled fried clams at more New England shacks than he can count. Here are his picks for the best fried clams in New England.
Summer in New England isn’t complete without enjoying some deep-fried seafood. Seafood expert Mike Urban picks the 10 best clam shacks in New England.
Where are the best places to shop for local seafood? Our resident expert Mike Urban shares his picks for the 10 best New England seafood markets.
Craving a mid-coast Maine lobster roll or lobster dinner? Skip the long lines at some other shacks and head to Sprague’s Lobster in Wiscasset, Maine.
