The Clam Menu
Introducing The Clam, a cocktail bar offering New American and seafood dishes in New York City. With a flexible menu, great lunch deals, and super friendly staff, this spot has become a regular favorite for many diners. The clam dip, oysters, and spaghetti with clam sauce are highly recommended by satisfied customers. The outdoor seating, full bar, and happy hour specials create a lively atmosphere perfect for Thursday and Sunday nights. While some dishes like the skirt steak and French fries may fall short, the fresh clams, Faroe Island Salmon Tartare, and scallops impress. The selection of sparkling wines and the cozy outdoor seating add to the overall dining experience at The Clam. Despite some service lapses, diners are likely to return for the inviting ambiance and delicious seafood options.
Appetizers
Jumbo Gulf Shrimp
by the piece. Creamy dijonnaise, cocktail sauce
The Clam Dip
zesty potato chips
Maine Lobster Arancini
six pieces; spicy tomato-cayenne butter, peppercress
New England Clam Chowder
celery, onion, yukon gold potatoes, oyster crackers
Hamachi Crudo
hon shimeji mushrooms, truffle-soy vinaigrette, crispy rice paper
Brooklyn Burrata
pine nut salsa verde, sweet potato agrodolce, aleppo, charred bread
Peekytoe Crab Toast
Peekytoe crab meat on toasted bread, typically includes a light dressing and fresh herbs.
Autumn Salad
Market finds, aged cheddar, green goddess, pumpernickel crisp
Spaghetti & Clams
spicy tomato sauce, arugula
Cod Fish Provencal
cannellini beans, neuske's bacon, tuscan kale, fall squash, garlic bread crumbs
Grilled Faroe Island Salmon
Celery root, radicchio, pomegranate vinaigrette, horseradish
Fried Clam & Lobster Slider
griddled bun
Fried Clam & Lobster Slider Combo
two sliders, old bay fries, cole slaw
Halibut
vidalia onion "florentine," garlic cream, tokyo turnips, hen of the woods
Otto Burger
crispy onions, sharp cheddar, secret sauce, brioche bun, fries
Crispy Codfish Tacos
spicy avocado-lime crema, shredded cabbage, pickled carrots
Grilled Chicken Paillard
carrots, wilted spinach, truffled mushrooms
Market Plate
Choose One Entrée: poached gulf shrimp, Faroe Island grilled salmon, herbed organic omlette, grilled chicken paillard. Choose Two Sides: blistered snow peas, warm red quinoa salad, delicata squash with sage, wilted greens and garlic, roasted carrots, shiitake mushrooms. additional sides ea
Lobster Hash
Poached organic eggs, snow peas, brown butter hollandaise
Pan Roasted Nova Scotia Halibut
vidalia onion "florentine," garlic cream, tokyo turnips, hen of the woods
Entrees
Sides
Roasted Cauliflower
Peanuts, sriracha, herbs
Corn Esquites
vadouvan curry spiced yogurt, pickled raisins
Old Bay Fries
Cocktail sauce
Brussels Sprouts
hot honey, ricotta salata, fried sage
Crème Fraîche Panna Cotta
toasted coconut, mango, lime zest