If you are in the area, call little Harbor lobster, and place an order for the best and freshest…read morelobster which you could pick up and eat at the picnic table overlooking the water. This is a hidden gem and it's unbelievable. How kind they are. Coming from Arizona and spending time at Little Harbor lobster was probably one of the best moments when visiting Massachusetts. Don't forget to grab some of the crab cakes.

The biggest challenge is getting here. If you're not local the Marblehead streets can seem maze…read morelike but plug in your app and follow along. You think you are at the end and there it is! The interior is very small so if you are a group, I recommend sending a designated person to order. We went standard Lobster Rolls with butter on the side. There was a little confusion about line order but they were very apologetic. There are very limited chairs in the lot to eat at and I think maybe 1 picnic table? We decided to bring it home to eat. The result was a slightly less than warm roll, but the FLAVAH! Delicious and the chips were good too. Anything Lobster is a bit of a splurge but very worth it!

Fresh catch, never disappoint. I have been getting my sea food from them since 2020. even during…read moreCOVID they have been always a consistent source of great fresh fish . My family favorites are the sushi grade tuna blocks and the fresh scallops And shri. Definitely worth the trip to Ipswich.

Open Limited hours on only 2 days a week. They ask for online votes for being the best fish market…read morein the area ; they are far from it. They have this practice of hyping items on their website then after you drive ten miles to get it, you find out "it was too windy for the fishermen to go out" or whatever. Then you are compelled to purchase something else because you made the drive. If they can't get an item listed on thier weekly online menu, they should take it off! Total "Bait and Switch" move. It's 2026 and they don't even have a phone you can call them on to see if they have the item. " too busy to answer a phone" Hire someone then! They have pulled this bait and switch on me several times, no more. I'm done. Cherry St. Fish Market is much better.

I have dined at Essex Seafood many times. Excellent clam and seafood plates. Huge amounts of…read morefood. Impossible to consume all of it and always bring some home in a doggy bag.

A solid 3-star review. They need to get their fryer…read moretemperatures under control. The lobster roll was generously portioned but ultimately fell just a bit short of greatness. I really appreciated the amount of fresh meat packed into the toasted brioche bun. However, the seasoning was a little too heavy on the mayonnaise, which masked the natural sweetness of the lobster. The side of French fries arrived piping hot and perfectly crispy. It is a decent option if you are craving seafood, though it needs minor tweaks. Overall, it was a perfectly average meal that left me satisfied but not entirely blown away. The Fried Clams which were a mixed of textures. Some of the clams were beautifully sweet and tender, while others were noticeably overcooked and chewy. The batter had a great crunch, but it lacked the necessary seasoning to make the dish pop. I also ordered a side of onion rings that were greasy, though they still had a decent flavor. The staff was incredibly friendly and the atmosphere was wonderful for a casual dinner. I might return eventually, but I am not in a rush. The shrimp looked fantastic when it arrived at our table with a beautiful golden-brown exterior. Unfortunately, the shrimp themselves were a bit rubbery and lacked that fresh, snappy bite you expect at a seafood joint. The French fries were standard, nothing spectacular, but they served their purpose as a side. It was a perfectly mediocre dining experience that did not justify the slightly high price tag. Despite the okay service, I will probably look for a different spot next time. If you want a cushy 11-to -7 this isn't it. This gig is seasonal, which means you have a small window to make your money and bust your tail.

Item(s) ordered: Fish tacos (haddock) and tostones (and a Coke Zero)…read moreThe review: Two stars for two things--cute presentation and crispy tostones. They barely had any of the seafood advertised, and even when deciding what to order, they referred me to a menu that they actually could not offer. On the brink of hangriness, I ordered the fish tacos with haddock because there were no other options, and there was barely any fish in the tacos. I wish they had been honest that they did not have what I was looking for. MOST memorable was when the waiter profiled me and decided to go on a fanatical rant for about fifteen minutes, as to why I should read the New Testament and accept Christ. The owner witnessed this interaction and my obvious immense discomfort, and didn't do a thing. Oh, and the tostones said they came with an aioli/sauce and they gave me ketchup. Honestly upset that I paid for any of this.

Absolutely the best pork tacos I have ever had in my entire life and I've been here for 20+ yearsread more

Great local business that makes it insanely easy to get locally caught fish delivered to your home…read more These fish were swimming in the Atlantic hours ago - and they deliver! This is like magic. Fresh as hell. And the smoked salmon is A+.

Friday, Feb. 4th at Crackerjack's: First time purchase of 1 lb haddock. Prepped it in baking dish…read morecrossed the room to answer phone call. Could smell fish from that distance. Should not have been strong odor. Very disappointed but will try again based on friends' positive reviews about their experience. Baked dish was not bad.

So impressed! We came here a few days after a rather disappointing meal at one of Boston's top…read moreseafood restaurants to see if we could do better and boy oh boy, were we happy we did! For less than half the price we ended up with more than twice the lobster and the quality was night and day, far and away superior. So sweet, so tender, so affordable. We spent about $45 on two very large lobsters and two crabs which was more than enough for a fancy anniversary dinner for two. By far, one of the best meals I've had in a while. Just steamed them in a pot for about 18 mins (12 mins for the crabs) and they turned out perfect.

My family has gone here for years but I'm done with the attitude. Good food. Bad service. They act…read morelike they're doing you a favor by selling to you.

The prices are good. We had mini lobster rolls but we had shell in them and they had more of a…read more"fishy" taste than other lobster places. The guy who took our order was nice but we had to get another worker to move out of the way to even get to the counter because they were talking and he then stood in front of the drinks so we had to get him to move a second time. They have a cute little outdoor seating area with umbrellas.

This is our GO TO spot all summer long. Especially when guests come! It is such a treat to bring…read morethem here for a fresh lobster roll. The quality roll is packed with fresh chunks of lobster, NEVER have we been disappointed with service, quality or quantity. There are outdoor tables to sit right in downtown Rockport, as well. A charming environment.

Incredible fish sandwich. Fish felt fresh and the sandwich had nice texture and flavor. Very quick…read moreservice. Would recommend!

Amazing New England seafood with giant portions. Highly recommend. It's take out from the fish…read moremarket. We ate the scallops, oysters (with the belly), shrimp the lobster roll and the haddock. All were great. pS to those that are sick and tired of paltry scallop portions this is for you-- so many scallops in a order my eyes popped