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waterfront restaurants

where to eat + drink on the water

From clam shacks to fine dining, waterfront dining—and other outdoor dining on sidewalks, roofs or porches—is one of our favorite ways to enjoy the warmer months.

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featured restaurants

These listings offer some of the best experiences throughout The Classic Coast.

Blount Clam Shack

Classic Clam Shacks

What they lack in ritz and glamour they make up for in character and some of the best seafood of your life served up from their enviable outposts on the oceanfront.

Lukes Lobster Roll

Iconic Lobster Rolls

Overwhelmed by where to go? Don't worry, we boiled it down to our favorite spots.

Gluten-Free Dining

From nachos to pasta and even beer, you’ll be sure to find something you love at one of our favorite spots.

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