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    Ship Bottom Shellfish

    4.2 (485 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Swaz F.

    This seafood shop and restaurant is a great place to visit while at the beach. We stopped here for lunch during a warm weekend at the beach in October. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. There seats inside and out and the atmosphere was relaxing and casual. Our Ipswich clams or what New Englander call steamers were delicious. I also loved my Softshell crab sandwich which was big and fluffy. Overall we would go here again while in the area.

    Manhattan style clam chowder. This is the size of a $7 bowl
    Ed C.

    Stopped in on a Saturday afternoon after Labor Day and there was no waiting for a table inside, there's also outdoor tables which are perfect for a day at the shore. I ordered the Manhattan clam chowder which was peppery and low on the clams. I also ordered the Crab wrap - lump crab meat, brie cheese, chopped bacon, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes + dill mayo in a spinach wrap, served with fries. I opted for a hoagie roll rather than spinach wrap. All good, plenty of crabmeat and crispy bacon. Mmmmm Service was prompt and served with a smile. I would recommend this restaurant and will be back.

    L D.

    Good food and attentive service. Trinity accurately took down our orders and checked on us throughout the meal. The restaurant was busy so we had to opt for outside seating. The ambiance was relaxed and casual. Our late night dinner experience was good and we will be happy to return for more meals.

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    Meredith N.

    My family and I ate here two times during our week vacation. The food, service and quality was top notch! It was so good and you have to go when you visit Ship Bottom. We ate at the restaurant both times but they have lots of delicious take out options too. Highly recommend!! My son loved the fish and chips and even ate two orders of them!! So good!

    Scott S.

    Really good food! Waits can be a bit long and some of the bar tables outside might be on a slant, but overall some legit crab cakes! fried flounder was also good, as was blackened tuna sandwich. I would return when I am in LBI for sure. Here's a tip - get a dish with fries because as a stand alone side they are $8-$10; double the price of some of the other sides.

    Outdoor dining
    Krist D.

    Go here for the tuna poke nachos and the artichoke heart appetizer both are BANGING but the artichoke was pricey for 4 mini crab stuffed hearts. Save that roll though to soak up all the goodness that was like an authentic Italian dish that reminded us of one of our favorite places that no longer exists. It's a garlic buttery artichokey sauce that's amazing! Put our name on the list and waited an hour and fifteen but had some high noons from across the street while waiting. The food is akllways worth the wait. Had the snow crabs which came a little cold at the ends but the legs were actually full of juicy meat.

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    Sheila E.

    Best seafood on LBI. Jumbo lump crab cakes were not only with jumbo lumps but also jumbo sized cakes. Much larger and filler free than another well known Ship Bottom competitor! I ate apps only our second time there--tempted by the bacon wrapped scallops and crab stuffed artichoke hearts. With a side Caesar salad to top it off. Everything was generously sized and delicious! We will be back!

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    Jaclyn C.

    The BEST lobster bisque soup that I've ever been graced to have! Why do I only have pictures of the menu then? Because everything was gobbled up before the thought of pictures entered into my mind. No regrets here! My 2.5 year old absolutely destroyed his fish and chips platter, to mine and my husband's amazement. He "nom nom nom"ed the whole time, and we just kept giving each other a thumbs up, because dinner tonight was a total success! We started off with their fried calamari (crispy, fresh, and addicting) which came with a side of dipping red sauce that was delicious. Legs were also included which I do enjoy. The New England clam chowder was also another staple that shouldn't be skipped over. The subtle hint of dill was very refreshing, and added depth to this beloved soup. The lobster bisque soup, to me, stole the show, with the chunks of lobster that were generous and plentiful. Almost every other spoonful had lobster! Hubby and I each got their lump crab meat sandwiches, and MAN - these were insanely good! Worth every penny! For takeaway, everything was packaged with great care, and our order was waiting for us as soon as we walked in the door. Inside, the place was already JAMMED at 5PM! People were eating more than talking, and that was another good sign. We will have to get the dining in experience next time!

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    They're back and better than ever! Sautéed soft shells, corn, and salad. Great meal, great service, and great vibes!

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    Love the quality of the seafood here. Centrally located which is great and you can order to eat in or to go. Quick service!

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    Everything was delicious! Service a little slow but worth the wait. It's BYOB, so be prepared.

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    7 months ago

    A favorite for classic Jersey shore seafood. Small but cozy with a local vibe. Outdoor seating. Always delicious.

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    9 months ago

    Been going here for 15 years and still the BEST jumbo lump crab cake I've ever had. Always fresh and always delicious!

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    Do they have a bar?

    No byob but we do carry 3 wines from Sonoma California.

    How is this place for dinner time? Is the food really good and fresh?

    AMAZING. Food is very very fresh!

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