Restaurant Closing at 6pm on Sunday Feb 6th for Superbowl Sunday.

Awards & Reviews

“An American Cult Classic—right up there with baseball and apple pie.”
— Zagat Restaurant Guide

Since 1914, Woodman's of Essex has been honored for our award-winning clam chowder, fresh seafood and fried clams. We take pride in being consistently named one of the best seafood places in Massachusetts and work hard to make sure you walk away happy.

Check out our awards and independent customer reviews to see what keeps locals and visitors coming back.

Awards

“Best Seafood in America”—Forbes FYI Magazine
“Best Local Food in MA” —Yankee Magazine
“Best Steamers 2006” —Boston Magazine’s N.E. Travel & Life
“Local Secrets-Big Finds” —Travelocity
“World’s Best Fantastic Fast Food” —Travel Channel
“Best Fried Clams, Clam Chowder, Onion Rings”—Numerous Publications

Customer Reviews

Press Recognition and Stories in

1,000 Places to See Before You Die
New York Times
Country Living
Travel & Leisure
Gourmet Magazine
Coastal Living
Improper Bostonian
Boston Phoenix
Phantom Gourmet
and many more!