Fried Whole-Belly Clams
in New Haven, CT
Fried whole-belly clams are a briny New England indulgence: soft-shell clams are shucked and fried with the belly, strip, and neck intact. Along Connecticut’s coast, they bring Long Island Sound’s shellfish culture to the plate.
Did you know?
New Englanders can be surprisingly passionate about whole-belly clams versus clam strips—the belly is kept in one, while it is removed before frying for the other.
Where to Find It
2 places to try Fried Whole-Belly Clams in New Haven, CT
D’Amato’s Seafood
$$$$Westville
A New Haven seafood institution with whole-clam platters, whole-clam combos, and other classic fried seafood served with fries and onion rings.
Still Off the Hook
$$$$Westville
A casual New Haven seafood spot with a dedicated whole-belly clams side portion, served with the bellies and necks intact.
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