Flo’s Clam Shack, Newport
Fried seafood by the sea (l,d; $$)
Study the menu while waiting in line. Will it be fried clams, clam strips, shrimp, scallops, calamari, or fish? Or perhaps fiery stuffed quahogs aka stuffies — an enormous clam baked and stuffed with breadcrumbs, clams, and chorizo?
There’s also chowder, clamcakes, a raw bar, lobster rolls, and some non-seafood options for those who don’t partake. The menu is long, but the vibe is unbeatable beach classic — no-frills, laid back, a view of the sea from the second floor. After, head down to the beach and splash in the surf.