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Is Seafood Sam's Still Open? Best Thing I Ever Ate Update (Sandwich, MA)

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As of September 2026, Seafood Sam's is listed open on seafoodsams.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

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What happened after Best Thing I Ever Ate?

The Cooking Channel's 'Best Thing I Ever Ate' episode 'On the Waterfront' spotlighted a Cape Cod seafood specialty at Seafood Sam's, part of a family-run chain that has served the region for more than 50 years. The Sandwich, Massachusetts location serves classic New England seafood-shack fare, from fried clams to lobster rolls, in a casual waterside setting. According to seafoodsams.com, the restaurant continues to operate at 6 Coast Guard Road, listing an active online ordering system and a 2026 promotion inviting customers to write a dish review for a chance to win $500, with the drawing set for October 1. The site also lists additional locations, including Falmouth, and offers gift cards alongside its regular seafood menu. Seafood Sam's markets itself as a Cape Cod institution built around simply prepared, quality seafood.

Featured on Best Thing I Ever Ate

Season / episode
Season 11, Episode 8
Original air date
Not confirmed
Episode title
On the Waterfront
What was featured
A classic Cape Cod seafood-shack dish, such as fried clams or a lobster roll
Role
Featured restaurant
Name on the broadcast
Seafood Sam's

Frequently asked questions

Is Seafood Sam's still open in 2026?

As of September 2026, Seafood Sam's is listed open on seafoodsams.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

What happened to Seafood Sam's after Best Thing I Ever Ate?

The Cooking Channel's 'Best Thing I Ever Ate' episode 'On the Waterfront' spotlighted a Cape Cod seafood specialty at Seafood Sam's, part of a family-run chain that has served the region for more than 50 years. As of September 2026, Seafood Sam's is listed open on seafoodsams.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

Where is Seafood Sam's located?

6 Coast Guard Road, Sandwich, MA 02563. That is the address on the record as of September 7, 2026.

What season and episode of Best Thing I Ever Ate featured Seafood Sam's?

Season 11, Episode 8 of Best Thing I Ever Ate. The episode is titled “On the Waterfront”.

What do reviews say since Best Thing I Ever Ate?

According to seafoodsams.com, the restaurant continues to operate at 6 Coast Guard Road, listing an active online ordering system and a 2026 promotion inviting customers to write a dish review for a chance to win $500, with the drawing set for October 1. We summarise what dated sources report; we do not publish our own rating.

Is Seafood Sam's still using the Best Thing I Ever Ate menu or branding?

The site also lists additional locations, including Falmouth, and offers gift cards alongside its regular seafood menu. Anything newer than our last check on September 7, 2026 may not be reflected here.

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Address
6 Coast Guard Road, Sandwich, MA 02563
Venue type
restaurant
Official website
seafoodsams.com

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