1. The Optimist
9.3
914 Howell Mill Rd NW (9th St NW), Atlanta, GA
Seafood Restaurant · 212 tips and reviews
Suprachibby: Apps. better than entrees and about the same size. Octopus, fried clam roll, hushpuppies :) Tuna/scallop entree overpriced and over rated. Burnt mushroom side, over salted octopus.
AJC: Must Eat: Soft shell crab cioppino in garlicky tomato broth, potato, clams and corn. Read more.
Chefs Feed: Anne Quatrano, chef of Abattoir, eats here on her nights off. She loves the Garlicky tiny clams & pork belly. Read more.
Open Air Publishing: Order the Clams with Rye Whiskey and Bacon. Then check out the recipe in "The Better Bacon Book" for iPads to learn how to make this dish plus 30 other bacon-centric recipes http://bit.ly/foursq_bacon
Open Air Publishing: Order the clams with rye whiskey and bacon. Then check out the recipe in "The Better Bacon Book" for iPads to learn how to make this dish plus 30 other bacon-centric recipes. http://oapub.co/9a4d0f5d
Creative Loafing Atlanta: Plump, tender, and pleasantly salty, these clams are one of the most addictive choices on CL's 100 Dishes to eat before you die! Read more.
5. Varasano's Pizzeria
8.0
2171 Peachtree Rd NE (near Colonial Holmes Dr NW), Atlanta, GA
Pizzeria · Peachtree Hills · 95 tips and reviews
J L: pasta, pizza & noodles - new haven clam pizza
Eater: Despite an early rocky patch in quality, this pizzeria has rebounded with quality pizza margherita and superior meatballs. If only the clam pizza would return to the menu. [Eater 38 Member]
Creative Loafing Atlanta: The complex flavor of the dough sets the stage for the briny clams, pungent fresh chopped garlic, generous dose of olive oil, and freshly chopped herbs to shine make the New Haven clam pizza great. Read more.
7. Sweet Auburn Seafood
7.8
171 Auburn Ave NE Ste P (Piedmont Ave), Atlanta, GA
Seafood Restaurant · Georgia State University · 26 tips and reviews
Nia Knowles: The Shrimp Po Boy looked amazing! (My friend ordered)-Huge shrimps-you can ask to leave off the Clams. I had Shrimp/Grits..was OK, I will not reorder. Overall, love the shrimp & portions given.
Valerie McDowell Johnson: The Clam Chowder is delicious! So is the shrimp and grits!! Customer Service is on spot!
Dedra Daniely: I’ve had the catfish, sweet potato fries and gumbo. Loved all of them! Also the staff were very pleasant and professional.
9. The Capital Grille
8.6
255 E Paces Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Buckhead Village · 33 tips and reviews
Greg Cohen: If you can get here for restaurant week definitely make it happen: clam chowder and steak are the best combo. Also recommend getting the lobster mac + cheese.
Tatiana McGaughy: Amazing!!! Service, scenery, steak all incredible!! Not one compliant! Perfect for date night!
Dali Calicool: Lunch will run you $18 minimum but they'll have you in and out in under 45 minutes.
10. Pricci
8.0
500 Pharr Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
Italian Restaurant · Buckhead Village · 51 tips and reviews
G J: Try the Risotto - Lo scoglio: fresh lobster, branzino, calamari, octopus and clams. Sardinian saffron, pecorino fresco. Served with jumbo prawn on top
JENNIFER Cook: Fresh Halibut, crisp green beans with a tangy olive, tomatoe lemon white wine reduction, pair it with the slightly tart pear margarita for a perfect light summer dinner.
Yo D: Awesome service! Food was delicious! Wonderful birthday dessert!!!!
13. Sotto Sotto
8.5
313 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
Italian Restaurant · Inman Park · 68 tips and reviews
Creative Loafing Atlanta: At this seafood spot, the Risotto ai Frutti is king. This notoriously labor-intensive dish of tender risotto is studded with plump bay scallops, succulent shrimp, mussels, and clams. Read more.
Rohan Kelkar: deconstructed lasagna... best I've had! and of course the chocolate hazelnut soup.... and don't forget the artichoke spaceship cocktail.
J L: seafood entrees - seafood risotto
15. Bistro Niko
8.6
3344 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
French Restaurant · North Buckhead · 100 tips and reviews
Alexandre Munhoz: Classic Brasserie style, well decorated and with a good service. Appetizers like Clams, (real) foie gras and beef tartar were very good. Cocktails so so. Steaks were cooked well. Deserts not so good
Nicole Varner: Love the St.Germain !!! It's a must have on each visit.
Bill Bolin: Make sure to get the gougeres. They are always available, lunch or dinner.