Lobster roll and lobster Mac and cheese are not fresh. My son who ate the lobster Mac and cheese puked on the second day. The food is overpriced. Will not eat there again. read more

After a nice walk through Boston, my wife and I stumbled upon Boston Chowda Co. We did not try a lobster roll because we just had two lobster rolls right before this at Yankee Lobster. However, I am a big fan of some good chowder so I had to try this place. Unfortunately, this place did not impress me very much. I've had some pretty dang good clam chowder in my day and while this was a good clam chowder, the overall flavor did not really compare to some chowders that I've had before. The lobster bisque was basically the same story. Good flavor, but I've had better before. I would still recommend it because it did have good flavor, but as I mentioned I have just had better chowders before. read more

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If at Quincy market, the clam chowder from Boston Chowda Co. is a must get. Lines may be long during lunch/dinner time but worth the wait. The chowder here is classic new England chowder. Super creamy with plenty of potatoes and clams. Super rich and seasoned perfectly. Fills you right up on a cold winter day. read more

Boston Chowda - New England clam chowder (medium size) - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Amazing spot to have a fresh, creamy, buttery, bowl of soup loaded with clams and potatoes. Texture was perfect for the potatoes. Not mushy and the class had the right amount of mouth chew... soooo good. Chowda heads worldwide stand up and support! read more

Boston Chowda - Clam chowda is AMAZING - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Chowder was solid, enjoyed. But the cold lobster roll was delicious. Was in town for 24 hours on business. Got 4 hours to myself. Went on s your and ended at Faneuil Hall. Wanted s quick bite and asked the guy hot or cold lobster roll. "You like mayo?" Yeah "Cold." Great advice. Delicious. read more

Really delicious New England clam chowder at Quincy Market. There were so many choices because almost every vendor offered it, but we decided on Boston Chowda and I'm glad we did. It was the perfect consistently. Not too thick or watery. The flavor was just clammy enough. Sometimes you get chowders and all you taste is cream and potatoes, but this chowder had a good clam to potato ratio. The price for a large was a bit high, but I guess you have to expect inflated prices in a tourist area like this. Either way, I was satisfied and would definitely get it again. read more

We found Boston Chowda Co listed on a Four Square article while trying to figure out which eatery in Quincy Market had the best lobster rolls. When we arrived there was a very lengthy line toward the center of the market, so we kept walking...and discovered there is a SECOND line going the opposite direction stemming from a second register that was significantly shorter, win! We decided to order the cold Maine lobster salad roll combo with a corn chowder soup and drink for about $25. The lobster roll gets a 8/10, the lobster quality was good quality and the brioche bun was toasted well, but there was some shredded lettuce on the bottom of the bun that was a bit untraditional. The corn chowder was enjoyable but nothing amazing. read more

Boston Chowda - Cold lobster salad roll with corn chowder. - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We came here on an 8th Grade East Coast Trip and so I researched places to eat at Quincy Market before we got there. I read reviews that their lobster rolls and clam chowder were both good and struggled to pick what I wanted until I got there. I saw The Manager's Special; a cold lobster roll, very tasty and not just mayonnaise-flavored lobster, on a perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside bun, plus a cup of their creamy white clam chowder, properly hot as in not going to burn your tongue but warms your soul hot. The students I was with got hot Lobster rolls and clam chowder bowls and even ones that were skeptical about chowder enjoyed it. To add perspective, we're from California and I've had clam chowder from San Francisco and Monterey, so I've had good clam chowder and this is better than both of those places when it comes to quality of the soup. Highly recommend it! The one star off was for service without a smile and hardly more than an acknowledgement of my order and its cost. Also, I'll add, the line wasn't long when we got there but it filled up quickly there after and stayed long for a while. read more

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I was recommended to this place and ordered hot buttered lobster roll with soup and drink. I really enjoyed the delicious combo knowing that the lobsters and clams were fresh. The food came out pretty quick and finding a table for two didn't take too much time. Seemed like a very busy place overall but I would recommend this place for a quick, delicious lobster roll and a soup. Would stop by again if I'm in the area. read more

Boston Chowda - Hot buttered lobster roll with soup and drink. Mmm Mmm! - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came to Quincy Market for lunch on a Thursday since I was in Boston. I like the variety of the places but since I don't come to Boston that often, I went straight to Boston Chowda Co. I wanted lobster so I was tempted to get a lobster pot pie but it seemed like it wouldn't have much lobster in it. I opted for the managers special: lobster roll, clam chowder, and a small soda for $22. It's a good deal for a lot of food. The lobster roll was tasty: lobster didn't have too much mayo and the bun was toasted. The clam chowder had a good amount of chunks of clam, not too much potatoes, and the chowder itself wasn't too watery. It was a great meal and will definitely come back if I'm ever in Boston. read more

Boston Chowda - Manager's special - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best lobster (lobsta) roll in Faneuil hall / Quincy market. Pretty good! Good flavor and tasted fresh. Would definitely get it again read more

Boston Chowda - Cold Maine Lobster Roll Cold Maine Lobster Salad Roll Special - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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First meal in Boston and I really wanted to love this place. Got the lobster roll and clam chowder in a bowl. The lobster didn't taste fresh at all and tasted like it was sitting there for a while. Also, much smaller than I thought.. like a lot smaller. Clam chowder was okay but not the best. Pretty salty and not much clam meat as it was mostly watery soup. The staff also scurried us and we felt super rushed... like they cared about the next order before finishing mine. Maybe it was just the wrong day... read more

My go-to, quick, fairly priced lobster rolls and clam chowder every time I'm in Boston and I highly recommend it if you're not looking to splurge! If you have the belly space, I also recommend the lobster macncheese. Share if you must! read more

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I hate sourdough bread, so it was a pleasant surprise when I found out the bread bowls from Boston Chowda did not use sourdough. Tastes SO much better. Imagine a fresh, chewy, thick baguette overflowing with creamy clam chowder. Yummm ^_^ For more recommendations and photos of my experience in Boston, check out my blog post: https://www.girlandtheword.com/boston/my-8-must-visit-places-in-boston read more

The food is great, and the environment in Quincy Hall is even better. Loved every part of eating here.

So we ordered the meal with the lobster roll, chowda and drink. $30!! We also ordered mac n cheese for our son. I'm not a fan of lobster but it was a must try in Boston. I took a bite of the lobster roll and it was pretty good my wife took care of the rest. It's a very small roll. I really liked the clam chower. I'm used to the fake clam chowder in Vegas with lots of potato and no meat. So having the real stuff was nice. The mac n cheese was good, too cheesy for my son. (I know...crazy right) but the wife and I ate it and it wasnt bad. I'd come back for the clam chowder. The lobster roll was a must try for us since it was hyped up. It's pricey but you're basically paying for the lobster. read more

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It was good, a little expensive.... but we had to bite the bullet bc come on we're in BOSTON and we needed to get some lobsta and chowda.... read more

Boston Chowda - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They have the best hot buttered lobster rolls and clam chowda in town. Also the staff are helpful and funny. They have fast service. read more

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This spot was our first experience trying a hot buttered Maine lobster roll in Boston and it didn't disappoint! Service was quick with socially distant lines and workers were wearing masks. We enjoyed our first lobster roll (the lobster was warmed up and the bun lightly toasted) alongside a solid cup of New England Clam Chowder! read more

Boston Chowda - Hot Buttered Maine Lobster Rolls with New England Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came here for a quick stop on a road trip. Clam chowder is a must try. But my lobster roll is not the freshest. read more

Boston Chowda - Came for a quick stop on our road trip. Chowder is a must try. But lobster on my lobster roll is not that fresh. - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Although there was a line, it was worth it. It was quite busy when I arrived, but the line went by quickly. The New England chowder was delicious but of course there were some other popular items on the menu as well. Everything we tried was delicious and prices were pretty reasonable as well. If you want some homemade chowder and lobster rolls definitely check this place out. The service was fast and the quality of the food is excellent. read more

Got my chowda on here. Let me disclaimer that I've been to Pike Place Chowder...If you don't know who they are they're from Seattle and fly to NE for chowder competitions regularly winning them. BC was the second best chowder I've ever had. While the clams were much larger in BC's than PPC there was a slight lack of seasoning that stopped it from taking the number one spot. The flavor was very tasty and the bread bowl portion was substantial. Considering that most things in the market are a bit over priced I think at $9 the bread bowl chowder was a steal. What doesn't make sense to me though was my wife's Vegetarian Corn Chowder in a bread bowl was the same price. Clams should be more than corn. I'd like to try other chowders in the area than compare further. I'll try to return. read more

I'm going to be honest. I did not get the Boston Chowda because it had chunks of potatoes, and i don't like potatoes. I did get the $25 cold lobster roll with a lobster bisque. I don't understand why the hot lobster was $5 more... My impression of the lobster roll was that it tasted good, but it is not light in mayo. I did not like the lobster bisque because it was too watery and there were not many chunks of lobster. Overall if I could do it again, I'd probably spend a little more money for a better lobster roll at a different place. read more

So my friend took me here to get the infamous clam chowder soup and lobster bisque while in town and it was... okay LOL. This place is inside Quincy Market so it wasn't too hard to find and the sign is right above the station so it's not too hard to miss. The staff is really friendly and funny but the soup itself was pretty pricey. We got 2 small soups for $10 and it wasn't entirely filling; and the clam chowder was definitely way better than the lobster bisque. Both soups weren't salty which was a good sign; but the lobster bisque is apparently made with tomato soup so it kinda was a bit ... not my style to say the least. The clam chowder was definitely something I would go back for though!! So definitely go and try that out! read more

Stopped in Boston Chowda for a quick cup of clam chowder. It was good- served hot, with a bag of oyster crackers, napkin and spoon. It cost about $4 (for the smallest size). It was served quickly- customer service was so-so. Although I probably would have been a bit annoyed with customers too- there were hundreds of drunk college kids passing through (big party night after finals). I'd stop in again. read more

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What to get: clam chowder Service: 4/5 Atmosphere: take out, to go (order at a counter) Wait: 10 mins (Monday 10AM for 1) The Experience: Another food experience you try while in Boston. As I was headed out, I got a bowl of chowder to go. One of the best decisions because eating hot chowder next to the Atlantic heightens the flavor (don't ask me how, it just does). The place is actually inside of Quincy Market, not directly out on Faneuil Hall. I kept wandering down those cobblestones looking for some time of kiosk, but it's inside a building. The market is lined with food stalls, all of which look very popular. There's also a main dining area in the middle, but the whole place is swarmed with people. Boston Chowda is a small counter and I was unfortunately grouped with a lot of foreign tourists. There wasn't really a line, so you just needed to get to the counter to order. Everything is quick and ready to go, so you're not waiting a long time...just be mindful of large crowds. I always order the larger size of chowder. I was lucky to enjoy my chowder while visiting a lighthouse, so the extra warmth and chunks of potato and clams were welcomed and filling. Not the most unique chowder, but something to try while you're in Boston. read more

Boston Chowda - Enjoying my chowder by the water - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

One does not simply go to Boston without trying a lobster roll. Located in Quincy Market, Boston Chowda Co. has a great lobster roll deal that comes with a small soup or chowder and a small drink. The employees let you sample any one of their soups and after much deliberation, I went with the new England clam chowder. The lobster roll, as advertised on their sign, was supposed to be on hot buttery brioche. I was disappointed to see that my roll was not hot at all and a bit cold. However, they did stuff it with a bunch of lobster and I did still think it was tasty. The clam chowder was the winner for me in terms of taste. It might have been the best clam chowder I have ever had (and I have tried a lot of clam chowders) and it honestly saved the entire meal for me. If I ever go back to Quincy Market, I might try a lobster roll from one of the other shops but I will definitely be back for their clam chowder. read more

Boston Chowda - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

While I was in the Quincy Market, I knew I had to try Boston Chowda's famous New England Clam Chowder. I ordered a small because the price was a bit expensive, a small was about $5. Anyways, the chowder was delicious. It was creamy, flavorful, and fresh. Also, there was a lot of clams in the soup and they were definitely fresh. It was easily one of the best New England clam chowders I've ever had. Even though the price was steep, it was worth it for the taste. read more

Boston Chowda - New England Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Kind of expensive & just okay. The hot lobster roll combo is $29 and comes with soup and a (very) small drink. The roll was just okay, not that much lobster in it which is disappointing for the price. The bread was the only thing to write home about-sweet & buttery. The clam chowder was above average. It's a quick in-and-out place. The whole market food places are very similar to the style of a mall food court. I'm sure there's better seafood here in Boston. read more

Boston Chowda - Hot lobster roll combo - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

It's worth the hype here, they're quick too. Got the Maine lobster roll and the New England clam chowder bread bowl. Maine lobster roll was good but not the best. Lobster wasn't that juicy and sweet, I had better. But it was fresh and the buttered roll tasted good with it all together. AMAZING chowder! Can skip the bread bowl actually. Didn't end up eating much of the bread. Chowder itself was creamy and you can taste the sweet clams! I didn't get much of the clams and potatoes sadly. read more

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Overall, pretty bad. We ordered the Cold Maine Lobster Salad Roll, and while it looked plump and delicious, with a nicely toasted roll, the filling was pretty bland. The lobster was fresh enough, but it definitely could have used something else - more spice, lemon, etc. The accompanying soup, despite having a nice seafood base, was generally pretty plain as well. read more

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'Tis a late review, but...... Despite their prices, five stars were not enough, to begin with. A trio of us walked miles (and we liked to walk a lot) to check this place out. Twice. I got two things out of it, a lobster pie and lobster rolls. On the first day, I got a lobster pie for 18 bucks because I'd never heard of a lobster pie, so I had to try it. The lobster was perfectly cooked, with all of its softness and pillowy texture as I chewed it. Oh! And the cream of amidst the lobster pieces... I didn't know how to describe it, but then, how could I? I'd never tasted it prior to this. For the lack of better description, it was divine. I only wished for the pie to be significantly larger. With thanks to my incredibly generous girlfriend, I had a tiny nibble of the lobster roll on the other day. It's the second time I had a taste of a roll, and it's far, far better than the one I got from a food truck in Maryland. The bottom of the bread soaked up the garlic-y butter and the lobster was well done! Should I come back for another visit, I would be willing to spend $23 on this one. read more

The clam chowder was good,but the bread was way too soft .Also, you don't get your money worth for the lobster roll

Loved the clam chowder!!! The lobster roll was also so good! The lobster was very fresh and the roll was buttered and toasted to perfection. They also load up the lobster on the roll so I was so full only half way through eating the roll. My only qualm about this place is the price.. obviously lobster is going to be expensive but $30 for a lobster roll + small cup of soup + drink seemed like a rip off of the tourists that come to fanueil hall. read more

Boston Chowda - Lobster roll + clam chowder combo + iced tea ($30) - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came here because I was in the mood for chowder!! I saw lobster chowder on the menu and that's what I tried today!! The medium lobster chowder was just right for lunch, not too much, with the crackers, it was enough to fill me up!! It came with a good amount of lobster meat!! read more

Was visiting Boston with the daughter for college tours. Ended up in Faneuil Hall, and despite the craziness of the square and the crush of tourists, had to satisfy my craving for clam chowder. I ended up getting a Lobster Pie and a bowl of clam chowder. Yes, overdosing on seafood, but where else to do that? The Lobster pie was a bit too rich, but the lobster meat was really succulent and delicious. The clam chowder was OUTSTANDING. I guess there is a reason the place is named Chowda. There are at least 4 other places down the hall from this place that serves clam chowder, and wish I had time to sample them all. You won't go wrong with this place though. read more

I went in not really expecting much and came out happy to have tried a bowl. Came to Boston in search of some good chowda and glad I found some here! read more

Boston Chowda - Seafood Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The chowder was creamy and fresh. The bread bowl was soft and gooey. Absolutely worth it for under $10. read more

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Omg- we got the lobster grilled cheese (I think they called it a melt) and it was soooooooo good! Better than any lobster roll! Fresh hot buttery chunks of lobster with melty cheese on buttery toasted bread!! Yuuuuum!! Plus the staff was so friendly!! Highly recommend! Best place to eat in Quincy Market hands down!! read more

Honestly was wondering what the hype was all about, so decided to give it a try.. I have no regrets. Best hidden gem in town I've ever tried so far! Despite the name - famous for the chowder, I am more impressed of their lobster pie compared to the lobster chowder. At $18 a piece, for both the chowder and the pie it might seem steep, also there's just no place to sit at this hall. But trust me, it is all worth the struggle. The lobster pie gave me that lasting impression of Boston. Something that i would always come back for in the long run. Writing about this makes me crave for the lobster pie again - no joke. I know that the line and no seats are often a big turnoff, but You should give it a try - it's worth the wait! read more

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