For fans of New England clam chowder, no trip to Massachusetts is complete without savoring a bowl of this iconic dish. However, finding the perfect chowder can be tricky—some versions are overly thick, while others skimp on the tender, flavorful clams. To make your search easier, we've rounded up the top spots to enjoy clam chowder on Martha's Vineyard. Whether you're a seasoned chowder enthusiast or a first-timer, these three restaurants serve some of the finest bowls on the island.
Atlantic Fish & Chop House | 2 Main St, Edgartown | (508) 627-7001
We love the Atlantic Fish & Chop House for a date night or a casual dinner out—the patio is the best place to soak up the nice weather come summer. The Boston Globe called the Chop House's version the "best chowder on the island," with its ample amount of potatoes and clam bellies. Open for lunch and dinner seasonally, the Atlantic Fish & Chop House has a nice mix of land and sea-based dishes for whatever you and your group are craving.
Martha's Vineyard Chowder Company | 9 Oak Bluffs Ave, Oak Bluffs | (508) 696-3000
With a name like Chowder Company, you know this Oak Bluffs restaurant has to have perfected its signature dish. Regularly voted as having the best chowder on the island by the readers of Martha's Vineyard magazine, this casual restaurant and raw bar serves up classic seafood dishes in addition to best chowder on Martha's Vineyard. Every batch is made daily from scratch and contains plenty of quahog clams.
Edgartown Seafood | 138 Cooke St, Edgartown | (508) 627-3791
This seafood market has great takeout options for when you're looking to build the perfect Martha's Vineyard beach picnic. Their clam chowder isn't too thick, with the perfect amount of fresh clams. We also love their lobster rolls and steamed lobsters for when you just want to dig into some local lobsters without the hassle of steaming them.