For many, a trip to the Hamptons is incomplete without a stop at The Clam Bar. As you drive east on Route 27, the anticipation builds. The cool ocean breeze caresses your face as you lower your car windows. The lush greenery stretches for miles, interrupted only by Hamptons favorites like the Lobster Inn and Goldbergs. Then, you spot the Bright Red Modern Barn Style structure with a massive sign on the roof reading the Clam Bar. It’s a sight that signals the start of a summer. Tables with yellow umbrellas beckon on the left side of the building, inviting you to sit down, enjoy a beer, and savor a classic Lobster Roll. It’s a ritual, a right of passage for first-timers in the Hamptons, a moment to pause and indulge before continuing the day’s adventures.
Mark your calendars! After a winter break, The Clam Bar is all set to open its doors on Friday, April 19th, kicking off the start of the 2024 Season. It’s the perfect opportunity to get your Lobster Roll and a Montauk ale. The dress code is casual; the ideal outfit comprises shorts, a graphic tee, and sandals, with the option to add sunglasses for that extra touch of Hamptons chic. While a prime parking spot might require you to arrive early, even a leisurely walk from a distant parking spot is a part of the experience. Consider it a pre-lunch mini hike. I’m just kidding – it’s not that far.
While everything on their menu is fresh and delicious, Here are some top picks from the Hamptons.com writers.
My Lunch – Gotta have the Fried Clam Strips, and of course, the classic 2 Pound Lobster with Corn and Butter with an ice-cold Coke
David Andrews’ Lunch– Don’t scoff. Gotta get New England Clam Chowder to start. Then the Fish & Chips, fresh fish and its perfectly fried. and for dessert: local corn on the cob. Chefs kiss.
Chloe Scheuch’s Lunch: You can always find me ordering Crab Cakes. Add the Clam Bar’s Chipotle Lime Aioli, and I’m in heaven.
David Rattiner’s Lunch– Steamers with fries and a Coke
Well, I bet you’re hungry, lunch at The Clam Bar? With all these incredible menu items, it’s no wonder the Clam Bar has been open for the last 43 years. Cheers to another great season!
