Woodman's of Essex

First trip to Woodman's of Essex had the Shrimp and Scallops with French Fries and Onion Rings !!! Loved the Food ❤️Definitely Our New Go to Place for Seafood !!!

Woodman's, New England Classic, brings tourists , and locals together in the rustic , beach casual setting. Enjoy some of the best, fried seafood in the area. Grab a cold beer & don't forget the #RawBar

Home of the fried clam strip ! They're yummy and hard to get outside New England. Really, the best casual food on the North Shore. Make this your meal spot if you're going to visit nearby Castle Hill .

All food gluten free except onion rings , clam cakes , and sandwich rolls

The best fried clams around! And if you have a dairy allergy, they even batter it with coconut milk if you ask. ????????

One of the best lobster rolls we have tried!!! Also, following other comments, we tried the fried clams which are great. But you must be aware of the large lines .

If it's not to busy ask if they can do the onion rings gluten free . Amazing, delicious treat (on top of their fantastic GF menu)

Prepare to eat the freshest fried fish , clams , calamari and shrimp on the coast. A no nonsense, casual restaurant with a full bar .

If you're allergic to dairy, they can also make all the fried items (except fries/onion rings) with coconut milk and it tastes amazing!

The clam cakes here are phenomenal — best in Massachusetts hands down!

Eat outside under the tent in the summer — and enjoy a gorgeous sunset !

Scallops were excellent and not at all greasy, but we were unable to sit outside under the big tent on a gorgeous day because the place was swarming with bees!!

every tourist thinks that Woodmans is the place to go to for great seafood . But if you are from Ipswich or close by you know that JT Farnham's is the place to go!

Outdoor seating out back offers gorgeous views of the Essex River and surrounding marshes

Eat your fried clams upstairs on the top deck and enjoy some great views !

The upstairs area is beautifully renovated — get plenty of oysters !

Best lobster roll on this planet, and probably any other as well . If you're gonna mortgage the house for a sandwich , it should be this one!

Woodman's is the alleged father of the fried clam as we know it. Read the full review at: http://now.tufts.edu/articles/dish-clam-crawl-continued

It’s not Summer until we have a day that starts at the beach and ends with lobster at Woodmans!

Enormous portions ! The fried clams are great and the Fisherman's Platter is a big hit!

Clams and oysters raw bar on the top level with cooler temperature and great views .

Probably the best lobster roll I've ever had.

Simply the best! Line moves fast. Can't go wrong with the "Down River " Combo.

Try the Buttermilk Soaked Vidalia Onion Rings - Crispy on the outside tender and sweet on the inside-perfect onion rings .

The food is SO good here! Maybe a little pricey but excellent!

Try the Fried Clams - Whole clams with their bellies intact just they way nature and my belly intended and enjoyed!

Don't be discouraged about the line outside…it goes quickly!

Portions are huge here, and it's all good. If you're with a group, order a few different entrees and some chowders and go 'Family Style '. Fried Clams are a MUST TRY!

Try the Lobster Roll (Sandwich ) - Just the perfect lobstah roll to introduce a new lobster roll lover to...

Prices are steep. You get lots of food. It's pretty good. Fun to check out once.

Great gluten free fried clams !!

You can't go wrong with anything you get from here! It's all amazing!!!

Love this place, a Massachusetts treasure!

Try the Scallop Sashimi - Sweet and juicy all snug in a blanket of batter. Yummy!!!!

Sit and eat on the Top Deck. Order downstairs and head up when yourfood is ready. You can get your beers and enjoy a cool breeze instead of hanging by the fryers!

The have gluten free versions of everything fried!

Lobster ! Delicious.

A quintessential part of the woodman's experience is selecting your own lobster (big claws? Big tail?) from the outdoor table .

This is some of the best fresh seafood in New England as long as you don't mind picnic tables and fresh air . Read more

Amazing seafood and it's gluten free . Just be prepared for a wait.

All of this and free WIFI too.

Giant plate of Scallops !!...nuff said!

Try the Lobster Roll (Sandwich ) - Delicious!

Summer is the most popular time - if you come here off-season you'll avoid the lines , and still get the best fried clams in Massachusetts!

Claims to have invented fried clams in 1914.

Fried clams are the best

They have gluten free options for most fried food!

This is where Fried Clams were invented. If you are going anywhere near the North Shore, go to Woodman's. You owe it to yourself. Read more

Birthday Dinnah!

Drinks in a separate line after you order food. Usually have a few different types of Sam Adams