Best New England Clam Chowder in Boston, MA

A thick, creamy soup made with clams, potatoes, onions, and salt pork, traditionally served with oyster crackers.

Neptune Oyster

North End

4.7 / 5

The chowder is made to order, which is rare and makes the clams incredibly tender and the broth exceptionally fresh.

Local LegendGourmetInstagrammable

9.8Flavor

6.5Value

9Vibe

Waterfront

4.5 / 5

The bowl is literally overflowing with the thickest chowder in the city. It is a meal in itself.

Hidden GemLocal FavoriteHearty

9.2Flavor

8.5Value

8Vibe

Faneuil Hall

4.2 / 5

The chowder is thick, creamy, and full of clams. You can taste the history in every bite.

Local LegendClassicHistoric

8.5Flavor

7.5Value

9.5Vibe

Waterfront

4.6 / 5

Simple, perfect, and packed with clams without the fancy price tag. Best value in the city.

No-FrillsValueFresh

9Flavor

9Value

6.5Vibe

Seaport

4.4 / 5

There is a reason this has been served at every presidential inauguration since 1981. It is the gold standard.

ClassicConsistentTourist Favorite

8.8Flavor

7Value

7.5Vibe