The real Clam Castle is back and better than ever! We've been here twice since the reopening and I…read morecan't wait for a few more visits over the summer. The fried cod was some of the best I've ever had. Fish tacos were very good - love the red pepper remoulade it comes with. French fries and fried clam strips are both excellent - though I agree with another reviewer who mentioned that the clams could be a bit crispier. The two times we've gotten them, they needed just a touch more crunch and golden brown color. Still very good and the best around!!! But feels like they would benefit from a bit more time in the fryer. Glad you're back, Clam Castle!!

Serving fried steamers, passing off as whole belly clams. Photos of past reviews show clearly that…read morethey know what an actual whole belly is. Just be warned-- before you shell out MP, what you are getting. Pro Tip: whole bellies do NOT have a "neck" like steamers do and this was clear as day a steamer. Clam shack staff confirmed when I held it up to inquire why they are frying steamers that this was, in fact, a steamer. And as a side note, fried steamers are terrible. They did reimburse for two orders however, won't return if this is what the kitchen/owner tries to serve! I guess the "clam" castle has shifted focus to lobster sandwich boats. You can't delete my review here!!

Let's talk about THIS lobster roll ‍…read more Lenny & Joe's Fish Tale did NOT come to play. That buttered lobster roll is fresh, loaded, and worth the market price--every bite hits. I've had a lot in CT... this one is top tier. So good I finished it and said "yeah, I need another one to go" Friendly staff Indoor/outdoor seating Open year-round Now don't leave without dessert. The ice cream is a MUST Oreo sundae for me, Reese's sundae for the kids... no regrets. Summer = ice cream shack outside Off-season = still inside This place is the whole experience.

Food isn't very tasty…read more This place is great if you have a family and don't care what the food taste like. Lobster roll is bland. $30 for an experience that makes you crave biting into a lemon for flavor. My wife's fish was so dry and flavorless that you would think you are eating a fish sandwich in Arizona. Clam chowder is an insult to New England. It's soupy and not creamy. Only come here if you don't care about spending $$$ for food that genuinely makes you question your life choices. The atmosphere was nice. Service wasn't great but that was understandable given the dinner rush. Owner: i respect that you read feedback and respond. I wanted to love this place but was disappointed. Please include a lemon with your fish dishes. That little of a difference may change a lot of opinions about the food quality here. I'm only writing this because this was my first lobster roll in 2 years and I was heart broken.

Firstly, the weather was perfect! Boats, sun and 70 degrees made for a great day…read more Secondly, the service bar made a great accompaniment! Bloody mary complete with a lobster claw was delectable. Thirdly, Lunch was terrific. The lobster rolls were SO good. Lemony drawn butter, cooked to a perfect soft and not rubbery texture on a great toasted roll; just as it should be. The bisque was tasty and so we're tge sides. Just a perfect lunch stop.

I hesitate to review Lobster Landing because it is so good. I fear too many people will go there…read moreand create longer lines. This is a great place for a lobster roll. Fresh warm and tender lobster quick-serve style on a hot dog bun in a tent. Tasty lobster bisque maybe lacking lobster chunks but really good. For the land lubber they have salad (hahahahaha), Hummel's hot dogs snd sweet Italian sausage and peppers on a bun.

Place hit the spot!…read more Needed a wellness meal and I came across Donahue's during my travels of the coast. Could have eaten a bowl of the chowder, so good. Blacked Swordfish and asparagus were delicious, could have substituted another vegetable for the rice and would have been just as happy. Carrot cake was good. Dense which is how I like it, icing made it too sweet. Cream cheese filling, yummm. Will certainly be back.

Welcoming atmosphere, my meal was very good and I felt the prices were reasonable…read more My waitress was friendly however my food took a very long time to come out. Then again with the check it took a long time waiting. I will try it again because the food was very tasty.

Fantastic Buffalo shrimp appetizer as well as pretzel sticks. Cold lobster roll was great. Fish…read moretacos are great as well, but very spiced. Both for the seasoning and the sauce. Very friendly staff and you can't beat the views.

The service was painfully slow the night we went. They were packed. It was crowded. The ambiance…read moreis loud CT shoreline crowded. I'd be willing to be they do a good business because of the location. It is a nice location. The food is typical nothing interesting sysco national food supply crap is the general vibe. Maybe the fish is fresh but everything else was just normal expensive swill. I'll not bother to return this year (2026) unless they pick up their game and do better. One FINAL nail in the coffin, is they don't take reservations for larger parties and they don't have a call-ahead seating list. The choice not to take some kind of reservation is just... well inconsiderate and stupid but shows their willingness to feed the herd as fast as possible (slow service not withstanding) .

We love it here. The employees are respectful and well trained…read more They are open seasonally and we are so glad they are open again. We drove to Clinton last summer after it was recommend and had to return with my mom this summer. The majority of the menu can be made gluten free! There are limited fountain drinks available but I saw people bringing their sangria etc with. It is on the water so if it is a cold day and you want to sit outside dress accordingly! I added pictures from last summer. I thought I reviewed oops!

Cute spot by the water in Clinton. There is some parking which is helpful, and it's nicely tucked…read moreaway to the side of a building with plenty of picnic style tables next to and above the restaurant. We ordered two lobster rolls, a chicken sandwich, fried clam strips, fried shrimp, and lobster nachos. This wasn't cheap (I didn't see the total as someone else paid). The chicken sandwich was basic but no one's there for the chicken haha. The fries were crispy, the clams were fresh and the shrimp was deliciously jumbo and lightly battered. The lobster rolls were ok, they didn't have much flavor even with the butter, but we were served good sized chunks so that was nice. The lobster nachos were more impressive to look at than to eat because it was basically cold lobster, a corn salsa, and dry tortilla chips. There's nothing else served other than a spritz of lime so the dish is pretty dry on its own. I would probably come again because it's a pretty view and it's BYOB, maybe get the lobster rolls, but I'd definitely come back for the jumbo shrimp!

Where can you go in Madison to get better seafood then M & J beach grill. John Ceneri and staff…read moremeet all of your needs from hotdogs and hamburgers and fries to the best fried clams in the area. The public cannot get in to the area until after 5 PM. The ocean view from the picnic tables is priceless! Lenny and Joe's is good but M & J seafood Grill is better. Give it a try you won't be sorry. Stoped in with wife and grandchild for lunch. Great Cod sandwich out of this world. Once this place closes for the season you will be out of luck. Get to M&J beach grill, you will not be sorry!

Service was good. Seafood was gross. Disgusting everything was either undercooked or overcooked.read more

Now I see why this place won first place for their lobster roll!!…read more So delicious. The lobster bisque was so tasty. The service was kind and knowledgeable The outside overlooking the water is such a vibe

I really enjoyed this lobster roll!! It was a medium sized roll and a good amount of lobster…read moreinside. Keep in mind it's cash only but there's an ATM inside. The patio area is very cute to sit on outside and the views are so nice. They told us our rolls would come out in 30 minutes but they came out in 10. Would come again!

The manager, Anthony, is a classy, gracious, gentleman who takes time from his busy schedule to…read moremeet with many customers for feedback. Matt the bartender - a great guy and talented bartender. He is very personable and can make you laugh. Our server, Nichole, was a sweetheart and very attentive. A great place to dine, and what a view. I highly recommend it.

My wife and I ordered two dishes: Fish and Chips and Steak Frites. The prices were certainly not…read morecheap, and we found the portions rather small, especially for a place that presents itself as a luxury, high-quality establishment. The Fish and Chips was good. Unfortunately, the Steak Frites was a completely different experience, and it was the most expensive course in the menu. I ordered the steak rare, but when it arrived, it was immediately obvious that something was not right. The texture and appearance of the meat made it seem as though it had either been reheated or had been sitting out for some time. The juices appeared cooked onto and into the meat, which is certainly not what you expect from a freshly prepared steak ordered rare. I explained the problem to the cook and mentioned that I have worked as a chef, so I know what properly prepared meat should look and taste like. I was told that they would prepare a new steak for me. I then waited approximately 40 minutes. By that point, my wife had completely finished her meal, and I was actually about to cancel my order when the replacement finally arrived. Unfortunately, the second steak was overcooked. At that point, I told the waitress that I no longer wanted it. She was polite, apologized, and seemed to completely understand my decision, which I appreciated. My complaint is not simply that one dish was prepared incorrectly. Mistakes happen in every kitchen. The real issue is how a restaurant responds when something goes wrong. Waiting around 40 minutes for a replacement steak while the other person at the table has already finished eating, only for the replacement to arrive incorrectly cooked as well, is far below the standard of service I would expect from an establishment in this price range. Quality is not simply about charging premium prices or presenting yourself as a luxury establishment. Quality has to be demonstrated through the food, the kitchen, the service, and especially through the ability to correct a problem when one occurs. Unfortunately, based on our experience, the prices and the image this establishment tries to project were well above the actual quality we received.

Bill's Seafood is one of those places that never disappoints. We've been there many times over the…read moreyears, and every visit reminds us why we keep coming back. The shrimp cocktail is outstanding--be sure to ask for the spicy cocktail sauce because it's absolutely delicious. The hot lobster roll is packed with sweet, tender lobster, and the fresh lemon with a side of melted butter is the perfect finishing touch. The onion rings were crispy, flavorful, and every bit as good as the rest of the meal. The waterfront setting is another reason we love Bill's. Outdoor seating offers a front-row view of boats trying to navigate under the famous "Singing Bridge," which is always entertaining. If you prefer to dine inside, there's plenty of seating with a fun, relaxed bar atmosphere. Whether it's your first visit or your fiftieth, Bill's Seafood consistently delivers great food, great service, and a true Connecticut shoreline experience.

The lobster roll was disappointing, but the service took the experience from mediocre to completely…read moreunacceptable. The manager actually told my husband that our potty-training two-year-old daughter needs to WAIT to use the men's bathroom with him because the men's stall was occupied, rather than allowing him to take her into the empty women's restroom with an available stall. I was tending to our five-month-old at the time and unable to take her. Apparently, basic common sense and accommodating a toddler who urgently needs the bathroom were too much to ask. What a ridiculous and unnecessarily difficult way to treat a family. We will absolutely be taking our business somewhere else next time.