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    Flo's Clam Shack

    3.5 (894 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    FLO'S CLAM SHACK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Mary R.

    Such a great place. Quick eats, location is great good summer food. Can't go wrong! Everything on the menu is a great choice.

    Entrance from the parking lot around back
    Alissa W.

    This place is exactly what it claims to be - a clam shack. Focus is on fried seafood made fresh at fair prices. We ordered the smaller size of full-bellied clams and fried scallops. The plate of clams and fries that came out would have been more than enough for the 2 of us!! Soooo good! And the scallops were sea scallops - the big ones - not bay scallops which was a great surprise!! We ate outdoors by a giant shark statue. The place has a beach nautical look to it. Food was cooked fresh to order. Oh and they have a small parking lot. It's one block in away from the main beach road, kind of behind the restaurant.

    Leena J.

    Flo's Clam Shack hits the spot if you're craving classic New England seafood. The portions are huge, the food comes out hot and fresh, and the stuffed clams and oysters were definite highlights. Great seating upstairs, a good amount of ventilation. Nice sun room with a breeze. Everything had that just-out-of-the-fryer taste, and service was quick even with a crowd. Parking could be better, and we noticed a few younger staff weren't as helpful as they could've been. Some elderly guests had to go up and down the stairs for things that staff easily could have assisted with. Still, the food was solid, the seafood was fresh, and we'll be back for those stuffed clams alone. The crispy fries were also bomb. Maybe have a condiment station upstairs as well.

    Clam cakes, fish n chips, fish sandwich, and crab patty sandwich
    Jackie D.

    Food was solid, but the wait for our food was over 30 minutes. We understand that it can get busy in the summer time; however, it's much appreciated if staff informs us of the quantity of orders pending to give us a realistic idea of when we'll receive our food. Clam cakes had a good amount of clam chunks and had crispy edges and chewiness on the inside. Fish n chips was standard, nothing bad but nothing spectacular. Tartar sauce was fresh. Crab meat patty was good. Ambiance is standard for a clam shack, nothing fancy Takeout is recommended to avoid the wait!

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    Carol C.

    Flo's is an iconic summer destination in Rhode Island. Located across from the Town Beach in Middletown, you get the benefit of the ocean breeze through the open windows of their ground floor dining room or second floor deck. There is a small dedicated parking lot behind the restaurant on Wave Avenue, but the spaces are not delineated and there are no marked handicap slots. You find a table in the dining area, put your order in at the outside counter, then pick it up at the inside counter. I ordered the clam strip roll platter with a canned soda. With the tax and a small tip, it came to $25. Since I use a cane, it would have been nice if someone helped me get my tray to my table, but I was left to struggle with it myself. The young staff was friendly, just not terribly aware. The portions were large and the clams had a nice, light crispy batter, although they were pretty greasy. I didn't eat the toasted hot dog bun they were served on. The coleslaw was a little peppery for my taste. And I don't care for battered fries, although these were okay with a good dousing of malt vinegar. I probably won't return.

    fish sandwich
    Isra A.

    Actually pretty great lunch option if you're visiting Newport. The actual town of Newport gets too packed during lunch hour and it an be impossible to find parking, so just drive over to Flo's. Portion sizes were big, the fish tasted fresh, great for families, quick service, and great combos. We ordered a mix of fish and chips, fish sandwiches, and shrimp and calamari to share. The cocktail sauce is also great for those of us who aren't the biggest fans of tartar sauce.

    entrance from parking lot
    Frank W.

    Not much has changed since our last visit in 2017 though I recently read that the restaurant changed hands in 2024. One thing that did not change is the clam cakes are light on clam flavor. In addition to the clam cakes, my wife and I each ordered Rhode Island clam chowdah (yeah I am originally from Rhody). Like the clam cakes, it was light on the flavor of clam though loaded with potatoes which made my wife happy as a "clam".

    Stuffed quahog
    Dan C.

    Clam chowder sucked. Very watery. I asked Chris the manager if this is normal since it was my first time there. He said yes they don't make it thick. I told him Anthony's, Iggys and Blount are all thick. Don't get the clam chowder. I believe this place is only in business because it is in a tourist area. Fries and fish and chips were extra oily. Clam cakes were good. Beer was good. Stuffed quahog looked like crap.

    Variety of items
    Linda E.

    I enjoyed my visit to Flo's! Beachy vibes with good food and company! The dinner service was decent and the place was hoppin. Will be back to try more menu items.

    Bar
    Michael D.

    Flo's Clam Shack has been around for years. It's a funky place by 1st beach. They have a very large shark in the front yard and nautical/beach decor all around. The staff are great! I do go here a few times a year for the fried clams and maybe the fish sandwich. The stuffed quahog is not bad and is big . The lobster roll is ok. I am not sure what changed but it's not like I remember. I realize that it's just a clam shack but the food is just mediocre now.

    Lindsay D.

    Great views from top floor of restaurant. Order downstairs they give you a pager, when it goes off you take it downstairs to pick up your food. The Crabby Cake Sandwich was delightful and the fries and coleslaw that come with the combo were perfect. Friendly service and good food. Small parking lot out back. Nice variety of seafood items.

    Holly W.

    Likes: Secret bamboo forest entrance View of the beach Beach vibe Dislikes: Do they dust the walls/ceiling? Ordering outside when you are sitting inside TOO many dang potatoes in the chowder! Chowder barely had a flavor Water from a water cooler. I felt like the button was covered in germs Clamcakes arrived 15 minutes after the rest of the meal (keep in mind it wasnt busy) Clamcakes were well done (not a special order) Staff not very friendly Kids meals came with about 7 fries (weak) Not worth it.

    Fried shrimp
    Jackie S.

    I have no idea how this place got such a high rating. My mom, sister and I were in town and spotted this place. Looked very busy so we figured to give it a try. I heard people in line talking about the clam cakes so we ordered those, fried shrimp, and my sister ordered just a hot dog and fries. We were all disappointed. The staff seemed tired, and stressed from dealing with customers all day. Not friendly or customer service oriented. The clam cakes what they are supposedly known for were mostly all batter and very salty. Each of us only ate one. The shrimp was soggy, and un appetizing. My sister said the hot was below average. Def don't recommend this place. Not worth it to even try.

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    Flo's is exactly what you'd expect. Great fresh fried food with a very New England feeling. It's a must when you come to Newport!

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    We drove all the way here from Connecticut because it shows you are open on Yelp and Google. Only to find out your closed until Spring.

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