Woodman's of Essex

What began back in 1914 as Lawrence “Chubby” and Bessie Woodman’s roadside clam stand has come to define summer on Boston’s North Shore. Perhaps best known for “Chubby’s” invention of the fried clam in 1916, the Woodman family has sustained impeccable standards that have nurtured the allegiance of thousands of seafood fans from around the world. . Great food, Yankee tradition and family values are at the heart of this 100- year old, fifth generation family- owned business.