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    Boston Chowda

    3.9 (1.4k reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Soup, Sandwiches
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating

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    Katherine P.

    Located in Quincey Market which is a very busy food hall. They have so many options for seafood and came across this one since the line was long, but not too long which to me meant good food and likely worth the wait. I ordered a lobster roll and a cup of clam chowder. Delicious although bread could have been a little more toasted but jam pack with lots of lobster which is just how I like it.

    Hot Buttered Maine Lobster Roll New England Clam Chowda
    Michelle P.

    This food hall was extremely busy. Definitely touristy (almost $50 for one meal) but the food was pretty good overall. We shared a manager's special with a hot lobster roll, a cup of clam chowder, and a small drink. The roll was quite tasty and the chowder was just ok for me. I felt it needed more pepper and it was more like broth than a creamy chowder.

    New England Clam Chowda
    Naz Z.

    Quincy market is busy but this stall always knows how to help with crowds. There were people sort of standing around but not ordering, but there was actually no line! Go right up to the counter. The soup was ready right away, I had 0 wait. Delicious!!! The onions on top are perfect. Always opt to sit outside because it's chaos in Quincy market. Definitely overpriced too but that's anything in Quincy market.

    Evelyn L.

    I have to agree with the recent reviews--this place feels overpriced for what it offers. I was especially excited to try the clam chowder, but it ended up being pretty mediocre and not particularly memorable.

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    Linda M.

    While exploring Quincy Market we stopped for a bite to eat at Boston Chowda. Naturally I had to try their New England Clam chowder. It was nice & rich with good chunks of chowder & potatoes. There were crispy fried onions on top. I skipped the bread bowl because honestly just wanted to enjoy the taste of the chowder. Well I gobbled it down pretty quick! So good! 2025-83

    Lobster Roll
    Annie S.

    Wow! I'm not a big seafood person but had to give east coast chowda a try. The lobster roll is a must as well. The chowda was good! Boyfriend said the east coast chowda is slightly better than the west. The lobster roll was pretty good as well. Definitely recommend anyone visiting to give this a try.

    Hot Buttered Maine Lobster Roll
    Lloyd W.

    Saw this place on YouTube in quincy market. A roll of eateries, you will find this place. Got the chowda and lobster butter roll. Chowda was more like soup. It was flavorful but would like it thicker. Lobster butter roll. Sadly to say, it wasn't the hype I thought it would be. Grilled roll with buttered lobster. Pros: Nice big piece of lobster in the roll and a lot of clams in the chowda. Cons: I liked the big pieces of lobster but the butter made the roll soggy. Would like the chowda thicker. Would I got back? Maybe not.

    Lobster special comes with clam chowder. Disappointing, lack of flavor
    Joann T.

    Got the lobster special which was the hot buttered lobster roll and clam chowder. The lobster roll itself was around $42, and for that price it was quite disappointing. Not much flavor, if any, and tasted a bit old Clam chowder was pretty good, but it's a small cup Overall not worth the price

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    Totyana H.

    I tried the chowda and it was really flavorful. I'd definitely give them a visit next time in town.

    Grabbing some chowder for dinner.
    Veronica G.

    Boston Chowda has a catchy name! I tried the clam chowda bowl, New England style, at the Faneuil Hall location. They also serve corn chowda. This is a walk up and order style location. Soups are available for viewing in pots within their glass case. The sourdough bread bowl was fantastic. I absolutely loved every bite. The soup within was just ok, tbh. The servers were friendly and fun. Being that this is a touristy location, that is important. It's worth a try. I was so hungry that I forgot to take a picture of my soup bowl. Next time!

    Nick M.

    While exploring Quincy Market, we decided to stop by the Boston Chowda stand. I ordered their New England Clam Chowder. It was delicious and rich. Not the best I've ever had, but I did enjoy it and I would recommend it!

    Les R.

    Pricy but good. Total was $61.39 for one combo, with an extra pop + tip. We at the Boston Chowda Company located in Faneuil Hall Market place. It was packed inside and there was a line to get food but they keep you moving. Service was friendly and the this location is set up booth style in the market/hall. We had this on our list of things to try in Boston. We split the combo, which had their Award Winning New England Clam Chowder and a hot Maine Lobster Roll. It was good and dining in Faneuil Hall market place was an experience in itself.

    Clement L.

    Overpriced tourist trap with decent New England clam chowder, lobster butter roll with a coke close $50.00 & asking for tip. I do understand the inflation, but this is extreme. For a experience but never again

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    We visited the Fanueil hall location! It was awesome! Best chowda we had! The bread bowl was warm and delicious,

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    By far, the best clam chowder I've ever had! I found them on Yelp and was not disappointed. Delicious

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    Hi, is the chowdah gluten free?

    As far as I know, there are potato and cream inside of this soup. Also, they give you oyster crackers to put on it. So I think, we can't say it's 100% gluten-free.

    Do they deliver?

    I'm not sure if the actual establishment delivers but I've gotten it delivered through UberEats before. Hope that helps!

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    Vegetarians have one choice but it's a very good choice . You won't be disappointed. We added…read moreedamame, egg, chili paste and jalapeno on the side. Service is fast and super attentive. We sat in the patio outside and the weather was on our side and couldn't be perfect. It was a dinner with my daughter and she hadn't had anything since the morning. And this is one of her favorite places. The ramen was perfect and so were the vegetables. The protein looked too real like meat but it is soy. Totally a great meal to enjoy. Will definitely be back. Service is fast and quick.

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    Went to Soup Shack with some friends because I was craving ramen and this place did not disappoint…read more Everything was so flavorful, fresh and comforting. Such a good spot for a cozy filling meal. STEAMED CHICKEN GYOZA Soft tender and packed with a juicy chicken filling. The wrapper had the perfect bite and dipping it in the ginger sauce made it even better. A great starter. FRIED PORK GYOZA Crispy outside juicy inside and so flavorful. The pork filling was seasoned well and the crunch made each bite so satisfying. These were gone instantly. DAC BIET A rich beef broth loaded with rare steak brisket tripe tendon and meatballs. So much flavor and such a generous portion. Comforting, savory and the kind of bowl that warms you instantly. MI WONTON Light clean and comforting. The wontons were stuffed generously and the broth was flavorful without feeling heavy. A great balance to the richer bowls we ordered. SPICY MISO BEEF STEW This was incredible. Spicy miso broth with tender slow cooked beef and all the toppings. The spice level actually enhanced the flavor instead of overpowering it. Deep savory and so satisfying. TAN TAN MEN One of my favorites. Spicy creamy broth with ground pork bok choy and bean sprouts layered over chewy noodles. Rich bold and full of flavor in every bite. We also added marinated soft boiled eggs to our ramen and they were perfect. Soft jammy and full of flavor. Highly recommend adding one to any bowl. Overall Soup Shack really hit my craving. Everything tasted fresh portions were generous and the spicy bowls had so much depth. Loved this visit and will definitely be back.

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