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Best Fried Seafood in Boston
6 restaurants compared
Price range: $17.95 – $27.95
Top 5 Fried Seafood in Boston (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 6 restaurants:
- Union Oyster House, $27.95 (Downtown)
- Peach Farm, $17.95 (Chinatown)
- Boston Sail Loft, $24.95 (Downtown)
- James Hook & Co, $18.99 (Downtown)
- Peach Farm, $18.95 (Chinatown)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 6 Restaurants Compared
#1
Union Oyster House
Downtown·$$$
Fried Select Oysters
$27.95
Large select oysters breaded and deep-fried until golden.
Tip: If you're uncertain about raw oysters, try these first — the frying makes them more approachable.
#2
Peach Farm
Chinatown·$$
Spicy Dry-Fried Squid
$17.95
Squid fried until crispy with salted fish, dried chili, and Sichuan peppercorn seasonings.
Tip: Ask the server if this dish is as spicy as your preference. They can gauge your tolerance and suggest if it needs to be toned down or if it's right for you.
#3
Boston Sail Loft
Downtown·$$
Fried Clams
$24.95
Whole clams in shells breaded and deep-fried until golden.
Tip: Order this as a shared appetizer before your main — one plate feeds 4 people as a starter.
#4
James Hook & Co
Downtown·$$
Fried Clam Strips
$18.99
Strips of clam meat breaded and deep-fried until golden.
Tip: This is an affordable way to experience James Hook's seafood without committing to the lobster roll.
#5
Peach Farm
Chinatown·$$
Fried Squid with White Pepper
$18.95
Squid fried with white pepper batter and fresh jalapeño peppers.
Tip: This is an excellent small plate to order as an appetizer. One order is substantial enough to share or eat as your full meal.
#6
Union Oyster House
Downtown·$$$
Fried Clams
$26.95
Whole clams breaded and deep-fried until golden, served with tartar sauce.
Tip: Order this as a shared appetizer — one plate feeds 4 people as a starter.