The chowder quest leads us to Markey's. At $5.95 for a small, their clam chowder offers great flavor and perfect potatoes at a great price. Of course the real questions is how does it compare to Brown's!

Brown's Lobster Pound at Hampton Beach offers clam chowder with big clams and creamy consistency. But the overcooked potatoes and mild flavor are drawbacks. Visit for the lobster, or try the steamers with clarified butter and get a side of chowder.