8 Best Seafood Restaurants near Essex

Woodman's of Essex Seafood • $$
119 Main Street, Essex

Customers` Favorites

Lobster Roll with Fries
Fried Clams and Fries
Fried Lobster Tails
Steamers and Lobster
Gland Clam Chowder
Sweet Potato Fries
Fried Clam Strips
Onion Ring Basket
Lobster and Clams
Fried Clam Plate

“As the inventor of the fried clam, this place destroyed almost all other places that sell fried clams.
The fried clams that I had here yesterday were the best that I ever had! The slaw was good too.
This place is huge and is able to handle large crowds.
There are two separate lines/counters for beverages vs food. There are free drink refills on the fountain drinks.
The staff here does a great job.
I am thankful that I learned of this place and was able to go here.
They offer ice cream, but it is seasonal.
I really do need to reassess my prior fried clam restaurant choices…
Thanks a lot“

4.4 Superb645 Reviews
Essex Seafood Seafood • $$
143 Eastern Avenue, Essex

Customers` Favorites

Fisherman's Platter
Popcorn Haddock Boat
Haddock Sandwich
Seafood Platter
Haddock Plates
Fish and Chips
Clam Chowder
Lobster Roll
Clam Strips
Fried Clams

“Stopped at Essex Seafood, for the first time, yesterday. I can’t say enough good things about it! The building, inside and out, is immaculate! Once you get inside, the help is courteous and kind! And the food is so good! My wife and I, each got a special, and the portions were huge. Everything was delicious, and their onion rings are awesome. You cannot go wrong, stopping here!“

4.5 Superb251 Reviews
J.T. Farnham's Seafood • $$
88 Eastern Avenue, Essex

Customers` Favorites

Fried Clams Plate \u0026 Fisherman's Platter
Fried Clams Plate & Fisherman's Platter
Clam Strips Basket of Onion Rings
Lobster Roll and Fried Clams
Fried Clams with Bellies
Famous Fried Clams
Fish \u0026 Chips
Seafood Platter
Scallop Chowder
Fried Scallops

“Made a trip down to J.T. Farnhams today (first one of the season). Fried Clams and Shrimp were AWESOME!!! Can't wait for our next trip down.“

4.4 Superb293 Reviews
Blue Marlin Grille Seafood • $$
65 Eastern Avenue, Essex

Customers` Favorites

Clam Strips and Haddock Combo
Grapenut Custard Pudding
Oysters on the Half Shell
Fried Clams & Calamari
Seafood Cameron Alex
Carrots and Zucchini
Fried Seafood Plate
Fisherman's Platter
Petite Filet Mignon
Fried Essex Clams

“excellent restaurant and bar!…. nice people my issue is the fact when I was leaving this evening I was absolutely eaten alive by mosquitoes… is it just me?� I never in my life been swarmed like that“

4.4 Superb276 Reviews
The James, Essex Irish Pub • $$
55 Main St, Essex

Customers` Favorites

Short Rib \u0026 Ale Pie
Beets and Burrata Salad
S\u0026P Chicken Wings
Corned Beef Croquettes
Pint of Guinness
Lamb Lollipops
Clam Chowder
Lobster Roll
Fried Clams

“This place is so good. Like this is the place you think back upon. You know how you are eating a burger and say ah it’s good but it ain’t as good as… well the place that would fill in blank is the James smash burger that is the precedent for why burgers should be.“

4.5 Superb120 Reviews
Shipyard Tavern American • $$
74 Main St, Essex

Customers` Favorites

Salad with Salmon
Scallop

“Great food - dinner and dessert! Great views. And the staff is so friendly. Highly recommend!“

4.7 Superb101 Reviews
CK Pearl American • $$
112 Main Street, Essex

Customers` Favorites

Clam Chowder with a Fried Clam and Pork Belly
Oysters on the Half Shell and Shrimp Cocktail
Oysters and Shrimp Cocktail
Warm Buttered Lobster Roll
Local Fried Clams
Coconut Shrimp
Baked Haddock
Lobster Salad
Key Lime Pie
Fish & Chips

“Good food, great drinks !! Nice water view !! A little noisy though !! Thanks for a wonderful evening Sharon D.“

4.4 Superb362 Reviews
Boat House Grille American • $$
234 John Wise Avenue, Essex

Customers` Favorites

Caesar Salad with Grilled Salmon
Boathouse Herb Roasted Chicken
Fried Essex Whole Belly Clams
Oysters and Shrimp Cocktail
New England Clam Chowder
Boat House Beer Flights
Strawberry Shortcake
Blackened Fish Tacos
Baked Seafood Combo
Boat House Burger

“My son had a surprise 70th birthday party for me with my siblings. Everything was suburb. Excellent food, outstanding service and awesome conversations with family and staff 😀 A wide variety of food options to satisfy everyone. 5+“

4.3 Superb327 Reviews

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