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    Clam Box of Ipswich

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    553 reviews
    #1 of 1 Quick Bites in Ipswich
    $$ - $$$, Quick Bites, American, Seafood
    246 High St, Ipswich, MA 01938-1250
    +1 978-356-9707
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    4.0 553 reviews
    #1 of 1 Quick Bites in Ipswich
    #3 of 35 Places to Eat in Ipswich
    Certificate of Excellence2015, 2017 - 2019 Winner
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    246 High St, Ipswich, MA 01938-1250
    Website
    +1 978-356-9707

    Menu

    PLATES
    served with 2 of the following: french fries, onion rings, cole slaw
    Market Price
    Native Clam
    16.95
    Strip Clam
    28.5
    Scallop
    19.5
    Shrimp
    28.25
    2 Way Combo
    clam, scallop
    29.5
    3 Way Combo
    clam, scallop, shrimp
    31.5
    Fisherman's Platter
    17.95
    Haddock
    17.25
    Oyster
    13.75
    Boneless Chicken
    MINI MEALS
    served with 1 of the following: french fries, onion rings, cole slaw
    Market Price
    Native Clam
    12.25
    Strip Clam
    20.25
    Scallop
    15.25
    Shrimp
    12.5
    Calamari
    13.75
    Haddock
    12.25
    Oyster
    8.75
    Chicken Fingers
    BOXES
    Market Price
    Native Clam
    Small 13.25
    Large 17.5
    Strip Clam
    Small 23.25
    Large 29.25
    Scallop
    Small 16.5
    Large 21.75
    Shrimp
    Small 11.75
    Large 16.25
    Calamari
    Small 14.75
    Large 19.25
    Oyster
    SIDES
    Small 3.95
    Large 5.95
    French Fries
    Small 5.95
    Large 7.95
    Onion Rings
    Small 15.25
    Side Of Haddock
    Small 8.95
    Chicken Fingers
    Small 3.5
    Large 5.5
    Cole Slaw
    Small 1.25
    Dill Pickle
    Small 1.25
    Chips
    Small 5.75
    Large 7.75
    Clam Chowder
    SANDWICHES
    with french fries and cole slaw add $3.95
    2.95
    Hot Dog
    3.75
    Hamburger
    3.95
    Cheeseburger
    4.25
    Pepperburger
    5.25
    Tuna Roll
    5.25
    Chicken Salad Roll
    19.25
    Lobster Roll
    5.25
    Crabmeat Seafood Salad Roll
    Market Price
    Clam Roll
    11.95
    Strip Roll
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    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    CUISINES
    American, Seafood
    FEATURES
    Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, BYOB
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    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Yummy Fried Clams

    While visiting Cape Ann, I had to make a trip to the Clam Box for fried clams and it was worth the trip. A must for anyone visiting the cape. Great, full bodied, yummy, clams.

    Date of visit: August 2019
    Thank rp883
    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Clam Box in Ipswich, wonderful.

    Made two trips to this place. OMG so wonderful.. Clam chowder was wonderful as well as the clams and scallops. Coleslaw was excellent. Definitely will be going back here.

    Date of visit: August 2019
    Thank hyker44
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Good, not great.

    My first stop on the Clam Highway on the Mass North Shore. I was perhaps fourth in line for opening on a Saturday. Got a large fried clams and asked for large bellies. The clams themselves were probably as good as a clam can get....More

    Date of visit: August 2019
    Thank 92randalq
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    LONG WAIT and EXPENSIVE

    TA is usually pretty good on the restaurant reviews, not sure why this is so high. Fried food NOT greasy Not a lot of clean tables Wait time is long Had a surcharge on the clams. Ok, but have had better

    Date of visit: July 2019
    Thank 2013TravelinFool
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Great clams

    Driving to Boston airport on 1 and went through Ipswich. It was 11:30 and we were looking for an early lunch, and the Clam Box materialized. Short line, so we got through easily. This was our first experience with fried clams, and we loved them....More

    Date of visit: July 2019
    Thank Ron S
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Good and satisfying seafood

    Stopped for lunch on the way to Essex. A bit of a line but worth it. I got the haddock sandwich and my husband got the mini clam plate. I thought the portions were more than adequate for a nice lunch. The regular plate size...More

    Date of visit: July 2019
    Thank Cindy351
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Wow! Except for Fried Clams

    The positive - onion rings, lobster roll, clam chowder. The less than expected - Fried Clams were tasteless & a uniform small size. Were cooked quite well but too chewy without any sweetness. This may be a bad time of the season for fresh clams...More

    Date of visit: July 2019
    Thank mnvancini
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Overrated

    This place has been featured on the food network and since we were in the area decided to check it out. We arrived about 5:30 on a Friday afternoon, only a few diners which was surprising considering it was dinner time, summer and peak tourist...More

    Date of visit: July 2019
    Thank CountyGirl81
    Reviewed July 15, 2019
    BIG DISAPPOINTMENT!!!

    I love fried clams! being a Bostonian I've had plenty of fried clams. Finding real good whole belly fried clams has become more and more difficult. This place was supposed to be a throwback. I decided to take a ride and try it. I should...More

    Date of visit: July 2019
    1  Thank drd1953
    Reviewed July 12, 2019
    More Hype Than Reality

    Waited years to try. Line always too long. Got my chance this week. A bit disappointing. Friend had fried haddock sandwich. Good price of $10.50 but came with nothing. $3.95 for fries and slaw. Portion of fish a bit smaller than it should be. I...More

    Date of visit: July 2019
    1  Thank migalie
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    May 25, 2019|
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    Response from myTelf | Reviewed this property |
    2:30 pm seems to be the correct time. I placed my order at 1:50 pm, and it came quickly (and was delicious)!!
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    December 23, 2018|
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    Response from dblakely13 | Reviewed this property |
    They are closed for the season!
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    August 11, 2018|
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