Monday, January 13, 2014

Cape Cod's Best Clam Chowder

Stephen Pinder

My annual trips to Cape Cod have become, in large part, quests to find the best Clam Chowder in New England. You can find good and great chowder all over New England but, the Cape just seems to be the place where it tastes best.
The Squire, Chatham - Year after year, this laid back bar and restaurant tops my list for best chowder. It's such a cool hangout I'd go even if chowder wasn't on their exceptional seafood menu. The Cape Cod Beer they have on tap is a chowder's best friend.
The Landfall, Woods Hole - The best hangout in my favorite Cape Cod village also makes one of my favorite chowders. The bowl of cup full of creamy awesomeness always runs neck and neck with The Squire's for top honors. They also have Cape Cod Beer on tap.
Quick's Hole, Woods Hole - Just across the street from The Landfall, Quick's tops its chowder with delicious sweet corn to give it a touch of uniqueness in the crowded world of chowder. They also serve some of the best oysters on Cape Cod.
Captain Parker's Pub, West Yarmouth - A lot of folks I know put this one right at the top of their personal chowder favorites and for good reason. I must say, if I couldn't get to The Squire or The Landfall, a bowl of goodness from Captain Parker's would make me more than happy.
McGrath's Saloon and Sports Bar, Hyannis - Could there be anything better than a bowl of chowder a beer and a Red Sox game? This is the place to go if you want to watch the game while you enjoy McGrath's super creamy offering. If you're not in the mood for seafood, the Monster Burger lives up to its name.
The Lobster Pot, Provincetown - If you need a reason to drive all the way out to the very tip of the Cape, the Pot's chowder is worth every mile. This is one popular restaurant so, if you don't like crowds try to avoid the usual lunch and dinner hours.
Land Ho!, Orleans - A laid back atmosphere, good beer and great chowder generally make for a good time and Land Ho! Has all three. They also whip up a fantastic Sunday brunch.
Published by Stephen Pinder
Stephen loves travel and travel writing. He also enjoys sports and golf with old friends and new ones he meets on the road.  View profile

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