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    Johnny's Clam Shack

    4.1 (53 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Johnny's clam shack, famous seafood
    Suzanne C.

    The food is excellent today is taco Tuesday here at Johnny's clam shack, famous seafood. I have gotten two chicken tacos with all the dressings and an order of french fries Jon. The owner and chef is amazing. Great food great service and absolutely great music stop by and visit Johnny's clam shack Norwich, Connecticut

    Lobster roll
    Janet Y.

    I love seafood so you don't have to convince me to give this place a try. So glad we did because the food was awesome! Due to covid, order ahead and pick-up. It's a shack with a small kitchen so obviously it's going to take some time to make the food. They text you when your order is ready so plan accordingly if you're driving to pick up so you don't have to wait long. Don't be mean about waiting around if you show up and order on the spot. Their lobster roll is freaking amazing because it's served in a generous amount of warm butter and lobster meat. The meat was so juicy and sweet. The scallops were fresh and sweet. The clam bellies were a bit tough (the strip part) but still good and honestly Johnny's was one of the few places that even had whole clam bellies. The clam chowder was ok, not as thick and creamy as I would like but overall, everything was still delicious. This New England area is no joke when it comes to seafood. Amazingly fresh! Must try!

    Lobster roll - warm
    Karen Y.

    Great seafood shack in Norwich! Small space - packs the punch! Order ahead - Park - and pick up! They will text you when your food is ready. So appreciative of these small business owners staying open and feeding us (visitors, locals, passerby, Yelpers alike)! In - times - of COVID. Let's talk seafood: $$$ Lobster rolls (2x), Whole clam bellies, Fresh scallops, New England clam chowder. Seriously, all the seafood has been so freaking fresh in this area of Connecticut... OMG. Must get - warm lobster rolls, sweet & juicy! The melted butter adds an extra layer of deliciousness. The scallops were so fresh and sweet... definitely try! The whole bellies were a bit tough but overall, still yummy. Heard it wasn't a good harvest this year... so I already feel lucky that Johnny's Clam Shack has it available! The clam chowder was ok, would have liked it to be creamier. You really can't go wrong. When in Norwich, must drop by!

    Coleslaw and fresh lemon
    Christina B.

    Food was very good !! Hot -fresh- and fast - coleslaw good - fresh lemons and French fries were hand cut - definitely recommended - nice shelter to sit inside or they bring your food right over to your car ! Bravo Johnny's bravo -oh and the lobster bisque had nice fresh chunks of lobster not just cream - real lobster chunks

    Fritters, sea scallops, fish tacos
    Erin S.

    Very unassuming little shack in a very unpretentious neighborhood. This is the definition of a hidden gem. There is a open air covering that you can sit under and picnic tables. Almost all the menu items are fried .. with the exception of the lobster roll and soups. We tried the New England clam chowder with fritters. The chowder was creamy and delicious. There wasn't many clams in the fritters but the flavor was still good. The fried sea scallops were good size and perfectly battered. I enjoyed the fried fish in my fish tacos and the cilantro sour cream that comes with the tacos. Overall a very yummy experience. I will be sad when they close for the winter.

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    Overcook ur stuff. It's greasy and gross. And clean up the area. It smells like a stale beer garden.

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    This was the worst lobster roll I have ever had. The roll was saturated and swimming in butter. Ridiculously over priced.

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    Their fish and chips are very delicious and fresh! The staff are kind, food is delicious.

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    The haddock was very good and creamy, as well as the scallops and shrimp. However we noticed a lack of flavor on the fish for our tastes.

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    Excellent, excellent food. Fast friendly service. Had the seafood platter with a side of lobster bisque. Oh. My. Will be returning!

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    We made our way to The Mariner for a late lunch after spending much of our day at the Mystic…read moreAquarium and the Olde Mistick Village. I really liked the ambiance of the space, it's quite comfortable and has a nautical aesthetic. We were sat in a cozy little corner by the window, a great spot for watching the bustling of the little seaside town. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable of the restaurant's offerings, noting in their introduction that the focus of the menu is on fresh local seafood, and that everything on the menu is freshly made in house. I was very eager to try a cup of the clam chowder for an appetizer since many other reviewers have said that it's some of the best they've ever tasted, and after trying it for myself I'm more than inclined to agree with them; it had a perfect consistency and excellent flavor. Boyfriend wanted the fried mozzarella so we got some of that, and that was pretty tasty as well. Boyfriend got the chicken parm sandwich for his meal and I got the fish and chips. I didn't end up trying the sandwich, but he said he liked it. My fish and chips plate was pretty good; the fish tasted just a tad under seasoned to me, however the flavorful tartar sauce helped with that and I could tell the fish itself was great quality. The hand cut fries were good, but I wasn't really a fan of the coleslaw. Overall we had a pleasant experience at The Mariner. A very good choice for fresh seafood and a relaxed vibe. I'm sure I'll be in town again at some point; if I come back to The Mariner, I'll make a point to get a bowl of the clam chowder instead of a cup, because that alone is absolutely worth returning for... but until then, I'll be dreaming about it.

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