The best, and the best service and best and fairest price. They always serve you with a smile. Cooked or raw, I'd recommend this place to everyone. Truly an old fassion business. All crabs are from that day, so fresh they do run out. It's a local secret. That's now out. Thanks for all the crabs over the years, John read more

You got to go to the Clam Shack the crabs are already cleaned for you, also if you want them cooked they will cook for you they also have other varieties of seafood, stop by and give them a try, if you are a regular customer they throw in a few extras, they are very pleasant and friendly and service is great read more

Plenty of parking space on lot. A nice little seafood market, very clean. Two high top tables, each can seat two people. Most orders are take out. Quite busy when we where there for our lunch order. Fry oysters,flounder filet sandwich, their famous blue crab with garlic and Old Bay Spice, just the right amount of spice. Other places tend to over do it, but they get it right! Oh so fresh, from the day's catch! Very enjoyable! Will definitely come back for more at our next visit! read more

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We are crazy for crabs so when the cravings start we'll drive anywhere to get live hardshells to cook at home. Called the Clam Shack on a Wednesday morning to check on availability, was told they had #2. Hopped in the car and drove the 30 minutes to the store, no male crabs, only a few females. Why didn't they look and tell us this on the phone? Save us an hour round trip. Ruin our expectations for a crab dinner. Horrible customer service and they weren't apologetic. Go to Bob's or Woodburn for now on. read more

Absolutely amazing, that butter sauce with the red sauce at the bottom with the shrimp is amazing. I was pleased with everything I ordered. I'm from Las Vegas and I will be going back here every trip. read more

Their crabs will not disappoint , but service wise needs some work the younger lady at the register is very helpful compared to the older lady. read more

This is the place I get crabs every year. They are very fresh. Since they are contingent upon the catch of the ocean so come early because once the crabs are gone they are gone. We love to get old bay crabs and then another dozen of old bay and garlic combined. They also have clams and other fish here to buy. They have a nice chalkboard that tells you what they have available each day. They carry melted butter and other hot sauce if you need as well. The staff is friendly. You see them washing and making your crabs. I have been faithful to this place for many years. read more

Clam Shack - Best crabs and clams - Seafood Near Me - Pleasantville, New Jersey

I ordered the Jumbo Fried Shrimp Platter...Was very disappointed! There was barely any breading on the shrimp and the taste was very bland. read more

Clam Shack - I ordered the Jumbo Fried Shrimp platter...I was sooo disappointed, there was barely any breading on the shrimp and they were not jumbo! - Seafood Near Me - Pleasantville, New Jersey

The food is amazing! The blue crabs, shrimp, and cod was so fresh. I highly recommend the Clam Shack.

Dirty! Flies everywhere. This place needs intense cleaning. I walked in, saw how filthy it was , flies all around and I immediately walked out read more

Excellent customer service as usual. Always fresh seafood that's prepared the way you ask for it. I highly recommend Clam Shack to everyone. read more

Clam Shack - Seafood Near Me - Pleasantville, New Jersey

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Me and a couple of friends were on our way out of Atlantic City when one of us remembered that we weren't supposed to leave until we had some damn seafood in our stomachs (I'm going to take credit because my recall during moments of starvation is pretty on point). My friend yelped the shit out of the area till we found this place. I had no idea where to park but I found a little nook right next to the Shack in what seemed like a private parking lot but honestly, it looked more like organized chaos with cars, abandoned boats, and trucks sprawled everywhere. When we walked in, the first thing I noticed was how quaint the place was. In fact, there was only one small table with two stools in the establishment. However, we were not undeterred. We came to eat some shellfish dammit and we weren't leaving till we achieved our goal. I ordered some King Crab Legs doused in garlic broth. Outstanding. The legs were huge and the meat inside was succulent. I'm currently salivating at the thought of them. My friends ordered shrimp (saturated in garlic broth), Snow Crab legs, onion rings, full belly clams, and fries. Since I had the pleasure of grubbing off of them for a bit (who am I kidding? I had a lot more than a bit), I loved consuming all except the onion rings. This is definitely a place that I will look to go back to at some point....mainly for the seafood. It's a nice place to have a farewell meal when you are leaving the debauchery that is Atlantic City. read more

Found this gem of a place on Yelp. Was heading to AC for the weekend and wanted crabs. The owner was bery nice and friendly. So were the locals who in and out picking up their seafood fix. We bought 2 dozen with garlic old bay and crushed red pepper. Butyer is sold seperately. Very good and tasty. We'll be back for more throughout the season! read more

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If you're looking for steamed clams, this is the spot!! I've tried many all over the area and these are the best in quality and price.

5/5 stars for the taste of the crabs...all garlicy and delicious. My family and I purchase crabs from here every year! This past year they were a bit small and expensive, but worth that taste you can't get on the west coast. read more

Clam Shack - Seafood Near Me - Pleasantville, New Jersey

Straightforward seafood supply with some deli items. We each had lump crab sandwiches, on choice of bread or roll. Cole slaw, fries. All freshly prepared, crisp and delicious. Pleasant and helpful folks! Folks came in and picked up two dozen clams and other orders while we were there. Looks like the prime local spot for the fresh catch of the day. We were satisfied! read more

Short but sweet. Absolutely the BEST crab legs, King or snow, that I have ever eaten anywhere....PERIOD. Make sure you order it with Old Bay and Garlic - it just doesn't get any better. Also their melted butter is the creamiest. Mostly for take out - call ahead. Don't let their humble surroundings dissuade, fool or keep you from the best crab legs you'll ever have. Ruth N. read more

hmmm..no one has reviewed it as yet?? well, we went here a few months ago and it is The place to go.....great location and great clams of course. We got a dozen little neck clams with garlic broth and soft shell crab sandwich. The clams were really fresh and good! It was my first time eating soft shell crab so I was hesitant but it was awesome! We loved the food and siting by the docks...it was very nice. They have a full bar also and a huge indoors.... If you are in the neighborhood or going or coming from Sandy Hook..stop by..you won't regret it :) read more

This has been a favorite of mine since high school. Crabs are cleaned and seasoned well. You can't order crabs over the phone anymore so you have to go in and order. I guess they had too many people ordering and not picking up their crabs. But these crabs are perfectly seasoned & the establishment takes care of their loyal customers! Stop in, you won't be disappointed. read more

Excellent!! Great people great food!! I would recommend any one looking for great sea food to visit the place. There's only one way to know if you like it and that's try. I'm telling you from a personal experience I'm happy. read more

I've been getting Blue Claw crabs from the Clam Shack in Pleasantville for years! YEARS! Called at 10:30 am was told, very rudely, by Chrissy . "We open at noon, 1st come/1st serve." We were out, so we headed over to wait around 11:15 and there were people that had already ordered and were waiting! We placed an order for 2 dozen #1s and was told by Kelly it would be half an hour they had just come in. NP....we will wait. So we wait 40 min in our car watching tons of people come and go. I went up to ask Kelly how much longer and she said "Sorry it's gonna be at least an hour more!" When I questioned why she told me a different thing 40 minutes prior I was told ever so rudely, " Listen if you want #1s it's gonna be an hour or more, period!" These crabs are $50 a dozen ($18 when we started) and at that price you'd think you'd get some kind of professionalism!!! She actually told me I was impatient!!! Every single person I spoke with could not have been more nasty! Wish I could say this was an isolated instance but it's NOT the first time we've been treated poorly. Just the nail in the coffin! Needless to say they lost my business. I would never recommend this place to anyone ever again! Moi read more

Delicious taste and hefty portions. The scallops were fried just right - golden, not too greasy. The clams are doused in the best garlic butter sauce and the #2 crab dozen is a steal at $20. Disseminating the crab is an arduous but rewarding experience. You have to be patient with the shell, but the meat you get out is worth every minute. read more

I became a fried seafood snob after living in New England. We visited this place on a busy holiday weekend. The seafood was served hot and fresh and the batter they use is amazing. We had a problem with our credit card and the blond woman that was waiting on us was very kind and patient. Overall, what could have been a bad experience was made great by the staff. Exceptional food and staff! read more

My mom and dad been going there for years. From Ohio to NJ that was the spot to being home sea food. Mom made stand up dolls for them and she made great friends. I now go there once a year to being home sea food for our family. Great service !!! read more

Insanely great seafood. Get it fresh and raw, or cooked. Then take it away and feast. Be sure and have some garlic crab. Damn why is there not a place like this where I live. Daughter and mom run the counter. Grandpa and son catch the crabs in the morning, and then bring-em to the store for selling. Wowee Wowee! Simple fresh honest food. Oh yea! Clams! Clams! Clams! I'm going right now! Bye read more

Misled and misdirected. A real disappointment. We went out of our way to stop here leaving Atlantic City. We were looking forward to the fried clam Bellies. When we entered the place - it smelled like old frying oil, old fish, and an old mop. We Asked about the clam bellies before we ordered. We Asked the woman behind the counter what she liked. She said she doesn't eat seafood. We should have left.... Then they tried to serve us Clam Strips.... Yuck. Got in the car and we still smelled old frying oil for an hour... read more

High quality seafood that's very fresh, you'll understand what I'm saying when you first walk in. The aroma is incredible and the food is splendid. If you want quality seafood just off the shore but don't want to spend a ton, check the Clam Shack! read more

Crabs and shrimp wayy over cooked and crabs were mushed crabs can't even be dipped in butter

Cannot go to A.C. without going here. Love going when blue crabs are in season and when not in season have a great selection of seafood. Don't forget your drawn butter with hot sauce! read more

No frills fresh seafood. Crab cake sando with shrimp and Mac salad side. Great quick stop on your way home from or to the shore. Daily caught blue crabs wit garlic and their own "old bay" seasoning. read more

$25 for a dozen of raw and small crabs? not worth diverting our way to AC for it. thought they might have live crabs. but they only had pre-cleaned one. read more

This place is a true treasure. Yummy fresh crab cake sandwiches (no filler) plus a side of seafood salad full of more crab and fish for $11.99. read more

My new family has had an annual crabfest for several years supplied by the Clam Shack and we've always been happy. When my now wife suggested we cater our beach wedding reception with them, I thought it was a great idea. The price was exceptionally reasonable for the amount of food we served, the staff was unbelievably efficient and invisible, and helped to make our wedding reception the talk of the town! I can't recommend them enough, they were easy to work with, listened to our needs and responded perfectly. So many of our guests were amazed with the food, and I personally can't say I've ever had shrimp and clams that tasted so good. Triple thumbs up! read more

Best crabs in the area I love the fact they clean the crabs and cook them for you I have been going here for years..

The best blue claw crabs I have ever had !! They clean them and cook them with garlic. The counter girl said they make their own old bay and I believe it because it a different taste but the best i have ever tried. We also got two pounds of medium shrimp , so so so good. Like so good I don't even know what else to say. We took a trip down to the shore this weekend and found this gem on Yelp and after having the crabs I can't believe more people haven't review this place ! It's a must go. read more

The absolute rudest customer service there is. I called early this afternoon to order 12 crabs cooked and cleaned. I called back a little later to ask if I could pick them up later than originally discussed. The person on the phone said she had no order. I told her that I had certainly called and even discussed that they had no #1's. She even gave me the total price. I was yet again told no order was taken. After that another extremely rude woman said that she didn't take an order. I told them after they accused me of never putting in an order that they clearly didn't have it together and never mind ordering again. I got a call back after that on my phone and the really rude one barked at me "did you call from a different number cuz you're not even on caller ID?!" I said yes and gave my home phone number. She barked "did you put them under Harry? Sally?!?" I replied no (maybe she noticed the number but it was the wrong name written??- either way she didn't admit it). I had enough and told her that she was rude and that you don't accuse customers of being wrong or making up fake orders. She answered "We don't have your order so you are obviously psycho! Have a nice day!" And she hung up on me. We called Bob's Seafood and they couldn't be nicer AND they had #1's! Do yourself a favor and sidetrack rude people. Reason would have it that people don't make up fake orders. read more