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    Ray's Seafood & Lobster

    3.4 (273 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed 11:30 am - 7:30 pm

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    RAY'S SEAFOOD & LOBSTER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Dana M.

    This is our second time visiting Ray's, first time this season. Tasty seafood at a reasonable price with great ocean views. Friendly, knowledgeable staff who give great service.

    Christopher S.

    Good view of the ocean on the second floor. Great full-belly fried clams. Good service. One of my favorite spots when visiting New England for clams.

    Musicsphere O.

    I love your fries! Super crunchy, clean tasty oil, calamari soft yet lovely crunch on the batter; tasty coleslaw (garlic flavor). Would love to taste their fish and chips next time.

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    Rachael A.

    The dining room is seat yourself. We sat upstairs and had a gorgeous view. Our waitress was super friendly and food came out quickly! We were not a fan of the fried clams. The crab cake was tasty and the bang bang shrimp was my favorite.

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    Lu L.

    Had yummy Haddock & scallops dinners here at this busy very casual spot. Had to wait for a table on a weeknight shortly after summer. Our friends got the seafood dishes that came with the cracker crumbs on top & they also liked theirs. Across the street from the beach in Rye, New Hampshire.

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    Barry L.

    If you love seafood you won't be disappointed. Located across the street from Rye beach. This restaurant has been serving seafood for 50 years When I'm in coastal area, Rays Seafood is a must stop. You can dine inside there are two floors with an ocean view on the upper floor. There is also picnic tables outside Ample parking Today my guest ordered Fish and chips - most fish I have ever seen a good value I ordered a 2-way seafood combo fried clams and scallops- Plenty of food - In fact you could share this plate- the coleslaw was also delicious The service and the employees are great The menu has something for everyone Stop in and enjoy Of course we'll be back !!

    Clam strips dinner. $21.99

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    10 months ago

    Expensive, but it is disgusting. Fish and chips were possibly the worst I've ever tasted.

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    6 months ago

    we just had two bowls of clam chowder. It was not hot and we've had better clam chowder from Market Basket.

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    7 months ago

    I hate to recommend this place because I always want to have a seat for myself!! it's where the locals go; and everybody is welcome.

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    8 months ago

    Best lobster, great prices, the baked potato was actually hot, the cole slaw delicious. Good value, nice ocean view!

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    9 months ago

    Delicious!. . . Our go-to place for seafood when we go to the beach -- excellent service; good portions; tasty food. . .

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    5 months ago

    went there twice and the food is excellent . will definitely be back there Nice place by the water . Friendly staff .

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    2 years ago

    We enjoyed 2X 1.5lb lobsters and love it and a good price too. Sitting on the outside patio was very nice as well. We will return.

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    Rays seafood is amazing, all the food options are really fresh and prepared exceptional. Highly recommend!!!!

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