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Michel Sent on 12/16/2024

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A Summer Must!

We have used Clams Ect. for several home occasions. I can't say enough about how amazing this company is, from start to finish. From the first contact to clean up, these guys are amazing!
We usually get the 1.5 lbs lobsters, with the clambake. The options are all delicious, and the portions are more than enough to feed an army. We've had between 45 and 70 each year and haven't been disappointed!
Always grateful for everything they do!
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Eleanor Sent on 02/14/2025

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Fabulous Experience

We had the best time, all around, for our special day. Will definitely be using them again for any future parties- they made everything easy and seamless! Fabulous food, attention and care throughout the booking process- just hands down awesome!!

James Sent on 12/28/2023

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Amazing company - BOOK

Saved our wedding. Unreal food. Book them

Tamar Sent on 12/01/2022

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Excellent food and service

We hired Clambakes Etc. for our wedding in July. They were extremely helpful with planning our menu and renting linens, glassware, and other items that were needed. The food was amazing, large and delicious portions. Definitely get the clam chowder!

Lauren Sent on 11/22/2022

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Incredible food and so reliable!

We had a 100 person "backyard wedding" in Wareham and Clambakes Etc. catered both the wedding and the rehearsal dinner and we were BEYOND impressed! We truly could not have had a better experience, everyone absolutely raved about the food both nights and still comment on it 6 months later! The teams were so friendly, prompt, professional, and accommodating - they handled EVERYTHING and I never once had to worry about whether or not things were getting done. I absolutely recommend this company to provide the catering for any event you have and we will come up with an excuse to have another party on the Cape soon just to use them again! 10/10.

Kelly Sent on 09/29/2022

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I would and will recommend Clambakes, Etc. to anyone and everyone! Simply perfect. Everything, from beginning to end. All staff members I dealt with were extremely professional, from first conversation to last. Our guests were STUNNED at the delicious foods, beautiful setup and wonderfully kind staff members!! You can tell they all absolutely loved their job and loved being there, TRUE hospitality. The day of manager on September 16th, Cam was there every step of the way making sure I was happy and had everything I needed. Jason, Cathy, Dennis were extremely wonderful and pleasant to work with every step of the way. Our guests won’t stop raving and wanting to relive our dinner rehearsal! NEITHER CAN I! Stop looking, and BOOK NOW!

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Karly Sent on 11/08/2021

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Just book them- you won’t be disappointed!

I am SO glad I booked my wedding with Jason and Clambakes, Etc. It was the ultimate cape cod wedding meal. I was told my SO many people how amazing the food was. The raw bar boat is a MUST and the bacon wrapped scallops are AMAZING. I was told by SO many people they had multiple cups of clam chowder and that it was the best chowder they have ever had. I had the lobster and the steak - both were amazing. Unfortunately I didn’t eat the steamers or corn or potatoes, but many people told me the steamers were awesome. The staff is amazing and I didn’t have to get out of my chair- everything was brought to me. Jason is THE NICEST and he was so thorough with all the questions on our phone call a few days prior. The bartenders were also AWESOME!!! The drinks were delicious and strong - just how we like them. And can we talk about the price?!?! For what you get- THE MOST AFFORDABLE. I did add on the table set up and end of the night clean up— so worth it!! Don’t skimp on that since you’re saving so much on the catering bill. The only thing that I found a bit annoying was the water service charge for the actual service that they gave, but that was quickly taken care of after the event, and I have no complaints!!! Just make sure you eat and drink at your wedding when you book them- one of the best meals you’ll have!!!

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Rachel Sent on 07/15/2021

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Clambakes, etc. is the ultimate cape cod experience!

We hired them for our rehearsal dinner and they certainly did not disappoint! From the planning process, to the clambake itself the staff was professional and friendly. The food was delicious! Our guest loved the raw bar boat. Such a fun experience! Thank you again!

Jenny Sent on 05/23/2021

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Excellent!

From the planning process to day of execution, working with Jason and his team was a true pleasure! Their expertise and amazing food made my job as planner an easy one. The guests raved about the incredible food and wonderful staff, and I couldn't agree more. Every detail meticulously covered, perfectly delivered and a fun and professional team to work with. Thank you for making lasting and delicious memories for all. Highly recommend hiring Clambakes, Etc. for your next event!

Anne Sent on 07/08/2020

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Best caterer for an outdoor wedding

We were so happy with how everything went on our wedding day, and a gigantic reason is because of Clambakes Etc! Jason and the entire crew were so easy to work with from day one, super responsive, and accommodated our every request. The tent, lighting, tables, chairs, and entire setup was even better than we imagined (highly recommend draped lighting for a wedding - worth the extra money!). We used them for our bbq rehearsal dinner on Friday as well as our wedding Saturday for a traditional clambake, and the food was amazing both days. Some guest favorites during those days were the pulled pork, lobster rolls, and scallops & bacon appetizer. But ALL the food was delicious! Our guests kept letting us know how good the food was and how they'll remember it for a long time. Everyone who helped make it possible was so friendly and wonderful to work with - from the guys that set up the tent, to the bartender, to the food servers...everything was perfect and professional. They never missed a beat. We will definitely use them again for other family events. Thank you for making it the best, most perfect day for us! Anne & Johnny

Stephanie Sent on 10/16/2019

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CLAMBAKES, ETC IS THE BEST!!!! I already want to hire them again to do every event in my life! Our wedding day was amazing & people are still talking!

The most amazing company there is!

Joelle Sent on 07/23/2019

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Wedding Catering and Tent rental

I used Clam bakes Etc. for my backyard wedding and everything better than I could have expected. From dropping off the tent and tables and chair rentals, to the helpful and friendly catering staff. They truly made this a special night for us! We never had to worry about a thing!

Elvis Sent on 06/09/2019

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Perfect choice for seaside wedding

Everyone at Clambakes was tremendous. We had friends and family coming from different countries and all over the US, needless to say people had differing palettes and food tastes but Clambakes menu was a hit with everyone. We got married a year ago and still get asked about the raw bar appetizers they served. We were in great communication leading up to the event, they got there early, worked with our wedding coordinator beautifully and helped out in things big and small (like cracking our lobsters so we didn't get our outfits dirty and to save us on time while greeting family). They were accommodating and had options for our guests who didn't eat seafood, including vegetarians, and people with serious seafood allergies (I was worried that would be an issue beforehand but they handled it perfectly and everyone was really happy). Overall portions were huge and the food was delicious they were the perfect choice for our seaside wedding!

Jeaniemarie Sent on 05/17/2019

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GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE and flexible to meet your budget!

I am so excited to have clambakes cater our wedding! They have been so accommodating and flexible with meeting our needs as far is food and rentals. They are so easy going and provide great customer service compared all the other catering services I called. They respond quickly and are efficient. We are looking forward to having them cater our wedding this year. THANK YOU for all of your cooperation!

Taryn Sent on 11/30/2018

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Best Caterer Ever!

I mean, where to begin. Clambakes Etc was AMAZING. From the prices, options, professionalism, set up, and most importantly how tasty the food was, they are hands down your go-to for a authentic cape cod clam bake! Our guests could not stop raving about the food. Such a wonderful vendor and experience!

Stephanie Sent on 08/24/2018

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We used this catering service for our wedding day and oh boy, was it a hit! The lobster, clams, sides, appetizers, clam chowder, s'mores station, raw bar was all amazing and very tasty. We ended up renting our tent, tables, linens, and chairs through them as well. The set up was very clean and simple and with all the wedding decorations, the tent really came alive especially with the lights they used. I'd highly recommend Clambakes to anyone looking to throw an awesome party. Extra bonus points for the servers cracking our (Bride & Groom) lobsters and bringing our plates to our table! Unfortunately I don’t have any photos of the food. We were having Extra bonus points for the servers cracking our (Bride & Groom) lobsters and bringing our plates to our table! Unfortunately I don’t have any photos of the food. We were having such a great time that we didn’t stop and take pictures of our plates.

John Sent on 08/15/2018

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We were so thrilled with the service this company provided. We wanted to do a traditional New England clambake for our wedding, and they were fantastic. We booked their pit style clambake. I asked lots of questions, and they were very responsive throughout the whole process. On the day of the wedding, there were huge thunderstorms and flooding. So, we were worried that we might need to switch to a pot style. But, they said that it wasn't a problem. They put a small tent over the area where they dug the pit. And, the rain tapered off as they started to build the fire. The food was amazing, and our guests really enjoyed watching the whole process. Everything was perfect. I highly recommend Clambakes, etc.!!!

Lisa Sent on 06/27/2018

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The reviews for Clambakes Etc don't lie - they are that incredible. During and after the wedding, there were at least 2 dozen people who said my wedding was hands down the best wedding they had ever been to and Clambakes Etc was such a huge part of that. The food was amazing! And so cool! A lobster bake! (That doesn't break that bank shhh). There were a million details and Jason was on top of all of them. As my dad said later - we wished we could have watched them work to see the secret because we were baffled afterwards on how it ran so smoothly. When they arrived, it was quite funny to see 10 people pile out of the trailer and get right to it (it was almost like a team sporting event). They had all of the details taken care of - from remembering lobster bibs to renting galvanized buckets for shells to leaving no trash, it was such a smooth wedding day experience. Leading up to the wedding, Jason was AMAZING at answering my emails (and I sent quite a few with really minor questions). Some of my more traditional older family members thought that I had lost my mind for booking a vendor without trying the food first, but trust me the food is really great (I lived in NYC for a few years and grew up in New England - I've eaten at a lot of restaurants and a lot of wedding food - this was the best wedding food I've ever had. Quite a few guests said the same). The lobster was perfect; BBQ chicken was great; veggie/vegan/dairy free option (grilled polenta) was good; and I didn't try the steak but my friend from NYC said it was good. Sides were eye catching and tasty. Chowder was incredible. And the appetizers - oh my goodness get appetizers if you book this vendor - the raw bar boat was incredible; bacon wrapped scallops were out of this world, bruschetta was amazing, and I didn't try the rest. Jason was great at helping me figure out how many apps to get without trying to oversell. Such an incredible experience all around!!

Krissy Sent on 06/11/2018

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I had the best experience working with Clambakes, etc for our wedding reception. They were able to guide us through the process and make recommendations for food and rental items needed. On our wedding day, I realized I forgot a few things and went into panic mode.. They were able to accommodate us and make it all happen! The food was absolutely amazing and the service was exceptional. We served a raw bar for our cocktail hour and had a clambake for the reception. Our guests are still talking bout how amazing the food was!

Gillian Sent on 12/28/2017

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Clambakes, Etc catered our rehearsal dinner and we couldn’t have asked for a better time. Jason and all of his crew were perfect! The food was great and plentiful!

Joan Sent on 10/30/2017

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Clambakes Etc. catered our wedding and we were thrilled with the entire process from start to finish! Being that we were planning our Cape Cod wedding from Los Angeles, the folks at Clambakes went out of their way to assist us in making sure all the details that were difficult for us to handle from afar were taken care of in advance of our arrival, and even went so far as to point out things we had forgotten (like napkins!). The cuisine was everything we expected and more, and we really appreciated them customizing the menu for allergies and dietary issues. Finally, the staff was brilliant, anticipating our every need, and beyond friendly. We cannot recommend Clambake Etc enough!!!!!

Bj Sent on 10/29/2017

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Jason and Clambakes, Etc., are the best. They helped start off our daughter and son-in-law's wedding weekend with the most amazing clambake...from appetizers to dinner, everyone raved. Your staff was so accommodating, professional and pleasant. There wasn't anything we would have changed. Thanks so very much.

Dana Sent on 10/22/2017

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Clambakes Etc made feeding our guests seamless. Everyone was thrilled with the quality and quantity of food, and man, the bartending staff can pour a stiff drink! Hands down, the best vendor decision we made was paying for the additional clean up service. Our wedding was a little more diy and spread out over three locations on the same property. Having Clambakes attentive staff there to pick up the stray napkins and leftover cups made the next morning even better.

Elyse Sent on 10/21/2017

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Jason and the entire team were extremely helpful from start to finish! My husband and I LOVED being able to offer our guests a laid back clambake complete with lobster (huge), chicken, steak and vegetarian options -- sides and more! Our guests truly enjoyed their meals and interacting with the staff from Clambakes, Etc.! The folks from their team were upbeat, professional and kind! We loved having them there and appreciated their eagerness to communicate and make sure we were happy (and also that we actually ate on our big day)! The amount of food, quality and taste exceeded our expectations. We truly feel our investment was beyond worth it! We highly recommend the team at Clambakes, Etc.!

Dara Sent on 11/22/2016

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Clambakes Etc. catered our wedding rehearsal dinner at my parents' house on the Cape. It poured but that didn't deter the amazing staff from setting up a tent and delivering delicious lobster, steak, clam chowder, corn, potatoes... the list goes on! The food was incredible and so was the smiling team, despite the rain. We are so grateful for their help and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a caterer. I hope we have another occasion to work with them again soon!

Emma Sent on 10/15/2016

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We started planning our Cape Cod wedding about a year in advance and knew we wanted a clambake reception. At that time, we contacted a handful of vendors--some were unresponsive, some were already booked, but Jason from Clambakes replied promptly, was polite, professional, knowledgeable, and wanted to work with us. We knew we'd found our caterer--but for us, that was only the beginning of our great experience with Clambakes!
We wanted our wedding to be as easygoing as we are, so we were extremely relieved to learn that Clambakes could also fulfill our rental needs for our backyard party. We looked to them for everything, and they were amazing. We changed our guest counts and service order more times than I'd like to admit, and they were kind and accommodating through it all.
About a week before our planned nuptials, the forecast took a dramatic turn for the worse. What had been looking like a sunny, mild October day turned to a 100% chance of rain. We had no tent on order. We didn't know what to do. Yet again, Clambakes came through. They worked with us to make sure the size would fit the yard (mind you, we live four hours away from our site and weren't able to be there to measure when booking. They worked miracles.) and ensured we had everything we needed to still throw a great party even with the rain. And on the day of, it was cold and wet outside, and the team from Clambakes were downright pleasant, professional, and personable. Not to mention the food! It was perfectly cooked and presented beautifully. Our guests were thrilled and couldn't get over the generous portion sizes. Of particular note, our vegetarian friends were happy that polenta was on the menu and that the sides were cooked separately from the meats so they could indulge like all the other guests. We were so happy with Clambakes Etc., start to finish. They are amazing and come with our highest recommendation! THANK YOU!!

Megan Sent on 09/28/2016

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The food portion was huge and everything was delicious!!! We had so many guests from out of town so to give them a true Cape Cod clambake was perfect. They all boasted about how friendly and outgoing the staff was. We were even offered a military discount which was very warming!

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Clambakes Etc. is a fantastic catering service! Our wedding was a traditional Cape Cod clambake. For a decent price, our guests got HUGE meals. People are still raving about how good the food was. They even made me a special vegetarian meal :)

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Very helpful and they had the rental equipment we needed so it was all very easy!

Mari-Kate Sent on 12/06/2015

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Our guests couldn't say enough great things about the food! Plentiful and delicious! Everything was wonderful!! The service was great, too-- with everything from the bartenders, to water service, to serving food, busing tables, cutting the cake, making coffee, and clean-up. They also packed up our leftovers for us to take home. Affordable, too! I'd definitely use them again if I ever throw a big party on the Cape again!

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Clambakes Etc. was wonderful for our wedding. Paul and Jason were very helpful in answering all of our questions leading up to the wedding and ensuring that everything went smoothly. Our friends and family are still talking about how awesome the food was, the service staff was friendly and helpful, and they set up and cleaned up quickly and quietly. I'd recommend them to anyone!

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We could not have asked for a better meal. We could not have asked for better service. We could not have asked for a more reasonable price. We loved everything about our meal on Saturday, and all of our guests had great things to say about their food. We were so happy we went with Clambakes, Etc. as our vendor -- all of these five star reviews are no joke -- if I could give them more I would.

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These guys are the best. We wanted something we thought would be impossible--a laid back, classically New England, reasonably priced, clam bake for 250 people that wasn't reduced to some hotel-style buffet with the white linens and silver heating trays. We reached out to Clambakes, Etc. because the price was so amazing, and they created something truly beautiful (and delicious) for us! Simple, fresh ingredients made up the passed apps, shellfish bar, and lobster bake--complete with the traditional bag of clams, corn, and potatos that the guests got to open in front of them. They set up two buffets on opposite sides of the tent to keep the lines very low, and instead of using those terrible silver heating trays, they grilled everything fresh on site in small batches and brought them over in these stylish wooden crates. It really looked amazing! The entire service was smooth from start to finish, and people talked about how great the food was for months after. Couldn't give them a higher recommendation!

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We just wanted to say thank you for the great service your crew provided for our guests during our wedding. The food was great and the crew quickly met everyone's needs. Great job! We would highly recommend you to anyone booking an event!

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Lauren and Brian

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Clambakes Etc. did a fantastic job catering for our wedding! All of our guests loved the food and they even packaged up my Grandmothers meal to take home when she unexpectedly couldn't make it. The staff were wonderful and so nice- they made our day so special and will keep them in mind for future family gatherings!

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Jason & Paul and the entire staff of Clambakes Etc are amazing! I can not say enough wonderful things about them! From planning to the actual wedding day they were so helpful and professional! Having delicious food and lots of it was important to us...we had 150 guests and every single one of them are raving about how good the food was, how awesome & fresh the raw bar was, the chowder, appetizers, the steaks cooked perfectly, lobsters and steamers....just perfect!!! They even sent us home with leftovers!!! Clambakes helped us from set up to clean up and made the day just perfect! They have a wonderful, friendly, courteous and professional staff! Clambakes Etc helped to make our Cape Cod wedding perfect!!! Thank you so much!!! Amanda & Mike

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It was a cold rainy October Day on Cape Cod - Oh no, you might think! A Clambake for 45 people outside - this'll be a disaster! Put that notion to rest! Inside our beautiful heated lighted tent, with our dance floor, round tables with beautiful cloths and china, silverware, champagne glasses- there was not a single moment of anything but pure joy! Clambakes, Etc. made sure that every detail was perfect - Starting with a beautiful raw bar served in a large wooden boat and hot clam chowder, moving to the main course where folks can choose from a hefty perfectly cooked lobster, chicken, steak, or vegetarian, and all the accompaniments - (salad, potatoes, linguica sausage, ear of corn...) - it was beyond delicious - and dessert to boot! We had had Clambakes, Etc. cater a previous family reunion, so when our son was being married, we all knew this would be our first choice. Since we live in Annapolis, MD. That might have been a bit of a logistical problem. Absolutely NO PROBLEM! We just contacted our good friends at Clambakes, Etc., and they took care of every detail! The night was a dream from start to finish. They came, set everything up, cooked, served, cleaned up! You can't find anything more Cape-authentic and perfect than Clambakes, Etc.!!!!

Marcia and Bob Russell (the parents) of the happy and wonderful Mr. and Mrs. Ty Russell

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Our guests were raving over the food at our wedding! Everything was seamless and delicious!

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Everyone at our wedding were ranting and raving about the food! The service was wonderful!!

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After my fiancé and I got engaged and settled on our venue, we began the process of researching catering options. We considered going the traditional route, but the outrageous prices continued to be a concern with our limited budget. We knew we wanted a more casual, laid back reception so when we stumbled upon Clambakes Etc. and researched more about their traditional New England clambake, it was an easy decision to go with them!

To start, their entire staff is exceptional at their jobs. From my countless (yes countless!!) e-mails leading up to our wedding to the staff that served us that day – it was A + quality. They were always timely with their e-mail responses, always willing to offer advice and/or direction if I needed it and due to me planning my wedding remotely from Chicago, I can’t tell you how great that level of support is.

We had our reception outdoors therefore we went with a pot-style clambake which included 1 lobster (or meat) and all the fixings (corn, sausage, potatoes, etc etc). The food was stellar and filling! Most of our guests opted for the lobster, but a few timid guests (likely my family from the Midwest) stuck with chicken or steak and everyone commented on how delicious the food was! We went lighter with the appetizers during the cocktail hour (raw bar boat with cheese and fruit) and thankfully we did since the main course was so substantial! We even hired our bartender from them and she did an amazing job keeping up with the pouring for our 85 guests!

If you are looking for a more unique, memorable and truly affordable catering option, I’d recommend Clambakes to anyone. Their prices are reasonable without skimping on food quality or service quality. Their staff is friendly and accommodating and bar none what you expect on your wedding day. Thanks Clambakes; we are so pleased and appreciative for the great work you did on our special day!

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I had a clambake wedding reception for about 100 people in Wellfleet, MA. I had to plan the entire event while living in Dubai. I found Clambakes Etc. while browsing the web and I was impressed with their event options. They were so easy to communicate with even though I was on the other side of the world. They responded to all of my emails so quickly and I could always get in touch with them by phone. To be honest, I was expecting just a company that would provide food for my event and thats about it. They exceeded my expectations when they made floorplans and set up all of my tables and centerpieces. They were done setting up early for the event and they offered to run any errands for me or help me out in any way. I found the staff to be so easy to work with and they were flexible with whatever I needed. They provided all of the plates, plasticware, napkins, and lobster bibs which was a huge cost savings. After everyone was done eating I heard so many great compliments. People who are from the cape were telling me that it was the best clam chowder they have ever had. The food portions were huge and everything from lobster to veggie dinners were perfectly cooked. No one left our party hungry. When the food service was done they took down some tables for us to open up the dance floor. at the end of the night they took down all tables and chairs and packed up our centerpiece for us. They really did all of the hard work and made the night flawless. I did not have to worry about a thing. So many guests came to me and complimented the catering company. Clambakes Etc. made such a great impression and I would recommend them to anyone who is throwing a party. I don't have any negative thing to say about this company and all of the workers were so nice and easy to work with. Thank you Clambake Etc. for making my wedding reception amazing.

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We contacted Clambakes back in October to ask about catering options for our wedding and we were immediately impressed. We happened to be in the area and they let us drop by their facility where they answered all of our questions and assured us that they would be flexible and accommodating to the somewhat diverse food preferences of our guests. We also were surprised by their extremely reasonable prices--almost half the price of comparable services elsewhere on the Cape!

On the day of the wedding, they arrived on time and graciously checked in with the neighbors to make sure their truck wasn't in the way. During the wedding they were professional, friendly and helpful, and even made sure that my husband and I were the first people to get food.

We were amazed that for a party of almost 50 people, it only took two of them to cook, set up and clean up quickly and flawlessly!

The one thing to watch out for is that the rental company that they partner with can be somewhat unreliable, and tables that were supposed to be delivered a day in advance were not. We understood that this is not their fault so it doesn't affect this review, but its something to be aware of if you're planning ahead. It did not end up affecting our reception in the least.

Forrest Sent on 08/01/2014

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Our ceremony and reception were at the Holden Inn, Wellfleet, and of all our many vendors Clambakes etc. stood out as by far the best, and some of our other vendors were excellent.

Everything, from the planning process, responsiveness to emails and phone calls, the pricing and, of course, the phenomenal food, was better than excellent. I don't take 5 star reviews lightly but Clambakes etc. earned it!

When we were choosing a caterer we interviewed a lot of different vendors on the cape and when we finally got quotes from them, the prices were outrageous. They would say, well if you adjust the menu and only pick these entrees, it can be a little cheaper. It was a demoralizing experience.

Finally, we took a step back and thought about what we really wanted out of our wedding reception. We wanted people to have a good time with family and friends, and celebrate our wedding over delicious food in a classy but not pretentious atmosphere. So, we called Clambakes etc.

Jason got back to us, and when we went through our options which, by the way are transparently posted on their website - something very rare in the industry, I was impressed. We booked soon after and the rest of hte planning process was absolutely seamless. Jason was always responsive to our emails and calls had good suggestions for how we can adjust things to better meet our needs.

Even in the run-up to the wedding when the rental company (American Tent is a very So So to bad company to work with) threw a wrench in the works, Clambakes always had our back.

On the wedding day, everything showed up as promised and Clambakes was one of few vendors who required absolutely nothing of my wife and I. They just showed up, and took care of it.

Our guests raved about the food. Even the chowder was among the best I've had ANYWHERE! The lobster and shellfish were great as well and surprisingly, the vegan option was a HUGE HIT!

I cannot thank Clambakes enough for everything!

Nina Sent on 07/23/2014

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They went above and beyond my expectations, making my boys birthday the greatest party...

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Could not have been better. The food was amazing! Lobsters were a hit and everyone raved about the chowder and raw bar. Service was great!! Could not be happier. 100% recommend Clambakes Etc.

Barbara Sent on 07/12/2014

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The food and the service was amazing. Best clam chowder we've ever had.

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Clambakes Etc was in a word...AMAZING! They catered our rehearsal dinner in Provincetown and couldn't have been more professional and flexible. The food was delicioius and Bobby was a great representative and chef!

Kristine Sent on 06/26/2014

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We hosted a rehearsal dinner for 40 friends and relatives and Clambakes Etc did the catering. We couldn't have been more pleased! From the initial email contact and subsequent telephone conversations in regard to planning to the actual evening event, the service couldn't have been more accommodating or professional. The tables, linens and chairs were delivered and set up the day before by a team of young men who were friendly and easy going. The Clambake itself was amazing! The crew set up, cooked and presented our guests with an experience they will never forget. They were super friendly, just as I had hoped for. The freshness of the shellfish in the raw bar and dinner was remarkable. Everything was done to perfection and absolutely delicious. Our guests came from all over the world and were so impressed with this event!

Maggie Sent on 06/09/2014

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My husband and I couldn't have chosen a better caterer. We decided to have a laid back clambake wedding on our property and from the first contact with clambakes etc I knew it was the right decision. The food was amazing, especially the chowder, my guests are still raving about the food and just the experience of being in the midst of a real clambake. Everyone from the company was extremely professional and they cleaned up And were gone before I even noticed. I will continue to refer anyone having a function to clambakes etc. thank you!!!!

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The team leader Justin was excellent as were the 2 lady assistants extremely professional , food cooked properly, and presented on time a great plus and great cleanup. Everyone at the party gave positive comments.as a few members of the group are Lobster and commercial Fishermen and the clams were clean and the lobsters were full no shedders. I will keep your number on speed dial.

Lauren Sent on 03/30/2014

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Exceptional service and exceptional food plus a truly hassle-free process! I just can't recommend them enough!!

Bethany Sent on 11/19/2013

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They were so professional and wonderful to work with! Food was fabolous and portions were huge!

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My wedding was at a rental house and we had the reception in a tent for about 50 people. The cost per meal was fantastic and there was a lot of it and it was very good. They packaged up left overs and placed them in the refrigerator and we ate them for the next few days! I was able to hire a bar tender for a great hourly rate and the catering team did extra tasks for me such as pouring the champagne and water and busing the tables. I also appreciated that you could select multiple main courses and there were no minimums for each choice. I was able to change the meal count the day before the wedding due to two last minute cancellations. The only suggestion i would have is that some of the flatware i rented was missing and may have ended up in the trash from busing the tables. It could also have been the tent company not counting correctly - I will never know. Overall, I am so happy i selected them for my wedding because they did a fabulous job, were pleasant to my guests, and helped me out by doing the extras i mentioned. I also appreciated the affordability-one of the few vendors i used that didn't gouge me because the event was a wedding.

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Clambakes etc. catered a clambake for us for our wedding renewal. I hired them strictly on line and conducted all business with them on line and by phone. They were amazing, from the minute they arrived at our house and from set up to clean up. The presentation, food (from raw bar, to 2lb lobsters and steak) was amazing,service was impeccable. They made our special day everything we had hoped it would be. There timing was perfect. We got what we paid for and more a true value. I would recommend them again an again.
Lisa and Billy Fortin

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I know I wanted a traditional clambake for my Cape Cod wedding and I did a lot research before finally deciding to go with Clambakes, though they didn't make it difficult as they offered the most food at the lowest price I could find. Not only that but Jason, the catering manager, was probably the only one out of all the other caterers I called that answered their phone! Right from the start Jason and the rest of the employees at Clambakes etc. were a huge help. Always friendly, always professional. They even let me pick up the lobster crackers and bibs ahead of time so I could set them at the tables! The food was to die for. Simply amazing. The guests were raving about it days after the wedding. I had a wedding app set up for guests to go and upload all their photos from the wedding and I'm pretty sure there were more photos of peoples plates than there were of the actual wedding! Presentation was great, staff was great, even the steak and chicken were great which NEVER happens at weddings. I am so happy and impressed with the job Clambakes did. They really made the day even more memorable!

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These guys were amazing! They were always friendly on the phone and emails were answered promptly. On the day of everyone was fantastic and the food was great. My guests are still talking about it weeks later. My many thanks to them for helping to make my cape cod wedding everything I hoped for.

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Everything about the lobster boil clambake Clambakes Etc. provided for my wedding was perfect. The food was amazing, the staff was polite and friendly and they were all perfectly cleaned up and gone in record time at the end of the evening, which my parents appreciated as the wedding was at their home. I highly recommend Clambakes Etc. for weddings, family reunions, etc.

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We worked with Clambakes for our wedding two weeks ago and they were absolutely incredible. They showed up 2 hours early, which gave plenty of time to set up. The food was delicious - everything was cooked right there on the spot. Our guests were amazed that the lobster was still hot as well as the steak and chicken. The portions are enormous and completely worth it! Not to mention, the staff was super friendly and great to work with. We will be using Clambakes for any other even that we have!!

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I had my son's rehearsal dinner at my home in Mashpee for 85 and the food was delicious and servers were friendly and informative to my guests. Rented tables, chairs and tablecloths which arrived early for easy setup. I also hired a bartender who was very professional and handled the crowd easily! It was a fun way for my guests to enjoy a taste of Cape Cod during their visit and got the people up and about mingling with other guests.

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Absolutely fabulous company to work with, details, taking my endless calls of little details/questions; staff professional, polite and went beyond to cater to all. Food superb. Clambakes, Etc. made my daughters' wedding a "huge success"

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Clambakes Etc. people were very professional. They showed up on time, set up with out questions, and served a wonderful meal!

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This wasn't a wedding but a company cookout. I can't say enough about the steaks, lobster, chicken, clam chowder (the best ever), etc. Our employees were very happy with the food which was served on time and the Clambakes Etc. employees were the best. Any special requests were handled (shellfish allergies) to our specs. I would not hesitate having them doing any future company events.

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Excellent experience all around !

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Jason and the Clambakes etc. team were excellent from start to finish. They were helpful in the planning stages of the wedding menu, to quantity of food, to service on the day of the wedding. Everyone was raving about how delicious everything was and how it was the best wedding food they have ever had! No one left feeling hungry and everyone enjoyed themselves. Clambakes etc. helped to make our special day even better!

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I can not say enough for the entire staff of Clam Bakes etc... Everyone was so kind and full of smiles. The food...AMAZiNG!!!!! Everything was so fantastic it leaves me speachless!!

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Clambakes Etc. recently catered our clamboil wedding and my guests have not stopped raving about the meal. The food was amazing. The staff was responsive, polite and professional. Portions were great and I thought the price was affordable BEFORE I saw the portions. Great Great Great!

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Everyone at our daughter's wedding raved about the food.It was perfect.We were very pleased with how professional the staff was.Thank You for making it a great day.

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When I was planning our wedding, it seemed that my own backyard would be the perfect place- ceremony on the porch and clambake in the backyard. Clambakes Etc... provided a delicious meal for 100 guests. They arrived on time and served the food on time. Everyone loved the seafood and steak. They even made some hamburgers for children. They just couldn't have been more helpful, more organized or more pleasant. Clambakes Etc...made the reception so stress-free for me so that I could really enjoy my wedding. And how great is it that they cleaned up too!

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They were fantastic. Did all the planning over the phone or email, since we live out of state & they were got back to me promptly. The day of the event the staff was professional and very pleasant. We had a guest with a seafood allergy & it was no problem. Cant recommend them enough.

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I'm going to start out saying that my husband and I are very picky about our food and service. We typically don't like to go to restaurants because we love to cook and entertain. Clambakes Etc., exceeded our expectations! They were efficient, prompt, friendly, set up a beautiful buffet table and the food was amazing!! I can't say enough about how much we loved our rehearsal dinner clambake!! Thank you Paul Dean and crew!

Debbie C. Orleans, Ma

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My wife and I had Clambakes, etc cater our wedding back in August of 2010 at the beach. We loved it so much that we had them come again this past August and cater another party for my daughter's graduation and our 50th year on the Cape. I'm a private chef and TV host in Arizona and must say.......These guys are great. The staff was excellent. Everything was on time and the food was GREAT!!!!! And I think we got great value for what we paid!!! We will be using them again and again. Thanks Clambakes, Etc. It's nice not to have to worry at all about the food and service for events such as these. Craig Nassar - The Practical Chef

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PLANNING WAS EASY, FUN AND PRACTICAL. THE ACTUAL EVENT WAS A BIT TRICKY DUE TO SOME RAINSTORMS THAT DAY, BUT ALL TURNED OUT WELL. THE STAFF WAS FRIENDLY, QUICK BUT NOT RUSHED AND COMPLETELY SMOOTH WORKING TOGETHER AND WITH OUR GUESTS.
WIL WAS IN CHARGE THAT DAY, BUT ALL MEMBERS OF THE CREW SEEMED TO BE INVOLVED IN PULLING TOGETHER TO GET DONE WHAT WAS NEEDED OR HELPFUL. THE SERVERS WERE EFFICIENT BUT CHARMING WITH OUR GUESTS (AND US), AND THAT GOES FOR THE BARTENDER PROVIDED (ALLISON) AS WELL.
THE CLEANUP PART WAS ALSO SWIFT AND COMPLETE - SO MUCH GOT DONE WITHOUT ANYONE RUSHING OR INTRUDING UPON THE GUESTS.
A COMPLETE PLEASURE TO DEAL WITH FROM BEGINNING TO END!!!

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My sister and I hosted an 80th birthday party for our mother. Not only were they willing to come to Franklin, MA, but we were also a small party of 20.
The came on time, friendly and professional, and put on an amazing feast.
Everything was perfectly cooked, seasoned and served. They even took the trash of lobster shells and corn cobs. The chowder was outstanding and that was just the beginning.
I would use Clambakes, etc again and recommmend them highly!
Thank you Clambake, etc, Paul and Staff,
Marcia and Diane

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Absolutely no complaints. food is excellent, staff on time and easy to work with. would definitely recommend!!

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I was so excited to use this business because it was a referral given to me. They were very responsive in answer questions over email, even agreed to cut out cake for us. The guests raved about the food! They also cracked our lobsters (husband and mine) so we didn't have to get too dirty eating. They were extremely professional. Guests not only raved about the food, but also the service. I can't wait to use this vendor again in the future for family events!

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Just experienced my 2nd amazing Clambakes Etc. summer clambake!!
Travis and Ryan were courteous, professional and very efficient!!!! And the food was absolutely delicious. Their clean up was amazing, that's a great BONUS.
I HIGHLY recommend their services!

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I couldn't be happier with the service this company supplied for our wedding. We had the traditional Cape Cod wedding overlooking the ocean and Clambakes Ect. Made it as smooth as I could have wished. Working with Jason was great as well. He was very prompt with his responses each and every time I needed to contact him. Very highly recommended!

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This business made our wedding. The food was great....hot, plenty, and presented very professionally. Everyone loved them they were the talk this week with anyone that was at the wedding. I would recommended them to anyone and if I ever throw a party again I WILL use them.

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The engagment party catered by Clam Bake's etc.., for our daughter and furture son in law was wonderful. The staff was great blended in nicely. On time, the food was fantastic and our guests raved about the presentation and quality. We will have you cater for us again:) Also I should have used your t-shirts for favors as the entire family loved them! Thanks again for wonderful service,
The Reeds- Paul and Debbie

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We used Clambakes Etc. for our wedding celebration June 9th. We got married just the two of us in Hawaii but wanted to throw our family and friends a party to let them know how much they mean to us. Clambakes Etc. was the perfect vendor to help express our sentiments. The food was amazing and such a treat for everyone. All of our guests raved about the quality and quantity of their meals. Everything was cooked perfectly and the scallops and bacon app was delicious. The staff was also wonderful; everyone was relaxed and laid back but professional. All we needed to do was provide them with our order and they showed up and handled everything else flawlessly. They were everything we were looking for and we highly recommend them.

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I cannot recommend Clambakes, ETC enough! They were a superb company to work with during our planning period and they executed our day flawlessly! Every previous review that praised their product and service and sang their accolades could not have been more accurate. During our planning process they were extremely responsive, helpful and accommodating. On the actual day, they arrived, set up and created a meal of epic proportions and taste! Jason was stellar to work with from soup to nuts. His staff was fantastic and I would recommend them to everyone! Thank you Clambakes, ETC for a perfect execution. There wasn't one hitch to the entire day!!! Thank you!

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We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary. It is possible! Clambakes Etc.
were totally "golden." Paul, Jason, the tent staff, the cooking staff, all
were fabulous. The "food" presentation was not only organized and
beautiful to look at, but absolutely "delicious." Their chowder is
outstanding. We look forward to having them celebrate our 60th.
THANK YOU THANK YOU

Valerie Sent on 08/03/2011

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Clambakes, Etc. did our rehearsal dinner and another party for our family 2 years later - both times they were excellent. Food and service are outstanding and they make the planning very easy! I highly recommend them.

Marcia Sent on 08/03/2011

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I found Osterville Fish online and I needed them in a pinch. Not only were they accommodating but just nice people to deal with. The two guys they sent out to handle our bake were awesome! They arrived and sent up without any issues and served everyone in a professional and friendly manner. They took our trash and left with a smile! I would recommend them in a heartbeat! Thanks for helping us make our party a big success!
Salami Family Westwood MA

Kathleen Sent on 07/05/2011

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We used Clambakes Etc...for our Rehearsal dinner and it was PERFECT! The staff was amazing and the food was to die for. They did a great job of having everything ready to go as soon as we arrived to the venue and cleaned everything up after. Highly recommended!

Ralph Sent on 06/24/2011

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We used Clambakes, Etc for my daughters wedding June 11. The whole experience and food could not have been better. The portions were large and taste excellent. And better yet, they provided no surprises. They delivered exactly what they said they would and more. The staff was so professional and kind to our guests and the clean up and attention to our having a good reception was very appreciated. If you are planning a catered event, hire this group and just mark it off your list. You will be very satisfied.

Jenn Sent on 06/13/2011

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The food and service that Clambakes Etc provides is wonderful. I didn't worry about a thing when I booked them. They came and set up (on time!) and got the food ready, helped with clean up, packed up their stuff and off they went. Completely hassle free. And, the food is amazing. No one will leave hungry! Big portions of fresh seafood, the steak was cooked perfectly, and the chicken juicy! The chowder is amazing- I heard some guests saying it was the best chowder they'd ever had! We had an outdoor reception under a tent, and this meal was perfect for our day! Thank you!

Kim Sent on 06/08/2011

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I do not know where to start!! First, I have to thank Paul and Jason for making my wedding day worry free. They took care of everything! I had trouble with my venue site and had to make some changes to the menu...They handled it flawlessly. The food was delicious, the presentation was beautiful and the staff was fantastic. The raw bar was a huge hit! Guests at my wedding are still talking about how great the food was!
I would recommend Clambakes Etc. to anyone who wants great food, professional staff and happy guests!! I had nothing to worry about. They came in, set up, served delicious food and then cleaned up....everything. They were amazing!!
Thank you Jason and Paul!
Kim H.

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We had an outstanding Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Clambake Friday May 6th.
The food was incredible and the staff even better. We heard nothing but rave reviews from all in attendance.
Calmbakes were great to work with even when we called them last minute to add tables and chairs to the event.
And best of all when the 80 plus person event was over everything was cleaned up so well it looked as if we didn’t have a party.
Our sincere Thanks to Clambakes for a truly memorable evening!!

Monica Sent on 10/08/2010

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Clambakes was so good.
They were extremely helpful with all my questions and always got back to me right away. I was happy with everything.
The clam chowder was to die for EVERYONE loved it. My husband and I got the lobster and I wanted more!
There was a mix up where I was told they set up the tables for my outside wedding. Well that was not true but they and the bartending service that Clambakes referred us to set it up for us and were really nice about it. They saved my butt!!!
If you want a laid back clambake that offers excellent service and food you should really look into these guys!

Mary Sent on 07/26/2013

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We used Clambakes Etc. to cater our clambake wedding. We paid an extra travel fee as they came to Central Massachusetts to provide the service. Even with the travel fee the cost was affordable and less than any of the caterers in our area. The food was amazing!!! The portions were plentiful and delicious. The staff was professional, thorough, and fun. They served about 190 people at our wedding and really did pack up the leftovers for us to take home. I would highly recommend this caterer and plan to use them again.

Susan Sent on 09/07/2012

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Our event was at a lakeside cottage with 85 people. We were concerned as to whether or not we would be able to eat comfortably with that many people in a fairly small area. Clambakes, etc. made everything easy. They arrived on time, served on time, paid close attention to details (one of our guests was allergic to shellfish and the food had to be made seperately). Their set up allowed for people to get their food easily and everyone thought it was delicious. Many people asked me for their card so that they could book them also. They also cleaned up which was a real blessing. We give them a perfect score

Aislinn Sent on 08/21/2014

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Clambakes, etc. was awesome. We had them come to our place for our rehearsal dinner so that people didn't have to travel, and everything went incredibly smooth. I would recommend them in a heartbeat. And the food is really good, authentic cape cod clambake (which in the end is the most important!)

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We had a rehearsal dinner for 150 on Marta's Vineyard. Although they are not based on the island, we chose Clambakes, Etc. And we're not disappointed. The food was great and we received scores of compliments. People said it was the best rehearsal dinner they had ever been to.

Claire Sent on 08/31/2011

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I found every person that i dealt with to be friendly, helpful, efficient in helping me plan the clambake. On the day of......everything was done beautifully, on time, friendly, and absolutely delicious! We are seafood aficionados from the "old school" and usually very very fussy especially with seafood. The chowder was wonderful, the lobsters, clams, and all the fixings all done just right. I would use them again for any of my catering needs in the future.

Mollie Sent on 08/25/2015

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The clambake itself was excellent. We ran into some negotiation trouble with one of the managers near the time of the event. This left a bad taste with us but the food was great and the staff was friendly.

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