Must Try – Ken’s Place Fried Clams

Ken’s Place, on Pine Point Road in Scarborough, Maine, is famous for its fried clams.

Ken’s has been serving seafood since 1927 and perfected the fried clam. Shucked, gently breaded, then fried to golden perfection, each batch is fresh. Every mouthful of the delicate clams has the appropriate crunch. The delicate batter preserves the clams’ sweet, briny taste, making them unique.

Whether you’re a resident or a tourist, the flavor is “Maine,” a reminder of the frigid Atlantic seas they originated from.

Ken’s serves a variety of seafood, but fried clams are the centerpiece. From crunchy fried haddock to overflowing lobster rolls on buttery toasted buns, the menu celebrates New England cuisine. The clams, along with Ken’s wonderfully seasoned fries or tangy coleslaw, have folks coming back generation after generation.

Ken’s Fried Clams are a flavor of Maine’s seaside history, proudly served and refined over decades. A must-try if you are in Scarborough, Maine.