Roadside seafood shack with picnic tables outside offers clams & other seafood; open seasonally.
Bradley Tatro
We grabbed dinner here and had a very good experience. You enter through a door at the front of the building. There’s menus by the cash register. You place your order and pay. If you’re staying to eat they give you a little buzzer device and you grab a seat. There’s tables inside the restaurant as well as several picnic tables outside. When your food is ready someone will bring it to your table. It couldn’t be easier. They offer quite a good selection of food as well as soft drinks (soda,water,etc). We both really enjoyed our meals. I had the whole belly clams with french fries and it was delicious. The parking, restaurant and outdoor dining areas are all wheelchair friendly. The Clam Castle is really easy to get to as it’s located on the Boston Post Road in Madison. It’s close to Hammonasset State Park so if you follow signs to the state park you’ll find the restaurant. There’s parking on the side of the building. Definitely recommend it your in the area and want some really good food and a casual atmosphere.
… moreDonna K
New England summer food at its best. We’ve been there 3 times and it’s always very good. We’ve tried the fish sandwich (quite large & fresh filet), scallop roll, fief whole belly clams, lobster bisque and soft shell clam. All were delicious- they come out hot and fresh!
… moreHelen F
Very disappointed. Just came here for a late lunch and had the clam strips and whole belly clams with Caesar salad. The clams were a big disappointment, especially after reading all the positive reviews. Although the clams were tasty, and the whole belly clams were small, which I prefer, they were very chewy and not fried crispy. Also, the coleslaw was inedible. Watery, and too finely chopped, so that there was absolutely no crunch left to the cabbage. We will not be back.
… moreYachai Reilly
After a day at the beach I usually stop here for a lobster roll. Parking is tricky as it gets very busy. I love that the staff will bring you your food when it’s ready, even though you have a buzzer, they will still beat you to the counter! Prices are pretty typical & menu is basic, but that’s all I need after a long day of having fun in the sun. You can eat either inside or outside here, I prefer outside.
… moreMarisa Balletti-Lavoie
The Clam Castle, located near Hammonasset Beach in Madison, Connecticut, is a beloved local gem with a rich history dating back to the 1950s. Over the years, it has become a favorite stop for beachgoers seeking delicious seafood.
After a sunny day at the beach, there’s nothing better than stopping by The Clam Castle for a hot, fresh buttered lobster roll. The lobster rolls are perfectly prepared, with succulent lobster meat drenched in buttery goodness, all served on a soft, toasted bun. It’s the quintessential New England seafood experience.
In addition to their famous lobster rolls, The Clam Castle offers a variety of other seafood delights, ensuring there’s something for everyone. With its charming, nostalgic atmosphere and consistently great food, it’s easy to see why The Clam Castle remains a favorite destination for both locals and visitors alike.
… moreAlexis B
Good food, but very over priced. There wasn’t any indoor seating last time I went, but you go up to the window and give them your order and you sit out back at a pretty area with picnic tables. The fish tacos were pretty good, nicely cooked fish that was crispy but also soft. The fries were super crispy and tasty too! The whole belly clams were also very tasty. The food also came out very fast.
… moreD Vetrano
Excellent lobster rolls and perfect clams. Rhode island clam chowder is great. Definitely get the lobster grilled cheese. Great Cole slaw
… moreLaura
We stopped in after the beach. You order at the counter and are given a buzzer/pager to alert you when your food is ready. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. Our lobster rolls were good and the fries were battered. The restrooms are portable washrooms located outside.
… moreAngelyn Tan
Great value for money, and what great food from an unassuming roadside shop. The best clam chowder we’ve tried on our Portland, Maine roadtrip. Super fresh oyster and light batter.
Great service too. Even though I had a buzzer, the service staff were super quick to bring out the food to us.
We also initially thought the prices were relatively high, until we realized that it is fairly priced along our road trip. (We saw higher prices in most other places)
… moreEric Griffin
Seriously, don’t go here! The food is horrible. A lobster roll is hard to make great and also VERY hard to ruin…Well they ruined it. This lobster meat is as hard and old as a street vendor in China. No butter on it at all Donahues owned it a few years back and it was great, now back to a garbage spot from 20 years ago.
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