5 great places to get chowder in Boston
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There are plenty of places to get clam chowder in New England, but who stands out above the rest? Here are five terrific places for a bowl of chowder in Boston.
1. The Boston Sail Loft
Why it stands out: You can have this award-winning chowder shipped to you for free.
Address: 80 Atlantic Ave.
Hours: Open daily 11:30am-10pm (bar open until 2am)
2. Legal Sea Foods
Why it stands out: This chowder was on the menu for six straight presidential inaugurations, from Ronald Reagan to Donald Trump.
- Check out Boston-area locations and hours here.
3. Ned Devine's
Why it stands out: Ned Devine's has been awarded "Best Clam Chowder" three times by Boston Harborfest.
Address: 1 Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Hours: Noon-9pm Monday-Tuesday, 11:30am-10pm Wednesday, 11:30am-11pm Thursday, 11:30am-1:30am Friday, 11am-1:30am Saturday, 11am-10pm Sunday
4. Row 34
Why it stands out: Row 34's chowder toppings include bacon, potato, celery and herbs. Jill Biden missed out when she visited last week.
Address: 383 Congress St.
Hours: 5-9pm Monday, 5-10pm Tuesday-Wednesday, 11:30am-10pm Thursday-Saturday, 11:30am-9pm Sunday
5. Saltie Girl
Why it stands out: Not a fan of saltine crackers? Saltie Girl's chowder comes with fried clams as a crunchy garnish.
Address: 281 Dartmouth St.
Hours: 11am-10pm Monday-Thursday, 11am-11pm Friday-Saturday, 11am-9pm Sunday
