Ready for your seafood fix on Pier 3? The Whale's Tail set to reopen

NEW BEDFORD — The Whale's Tail is set to reopen at Pier 3, behind Mirasol's Café, on Friday, May 3.

Nestled in the bustling Fisherman’s Wharf, The Whale’s Tail is a small seafood haven that offers a taste of summer all year round. Opened in 2020, by Black Whale owner Steve Silverstein, this clam bar quickly gained a following for its delicious fried seafood dishes and refreshing drinks.

If you’re planning a visit to The Whale’s Tail, here’s what you can expect.

Location and Hours

Conveniently located beside The Black Whale restaurant, The Whale’s Tail is situated at Pier 3 in Fisherman’s Wharf. They are currently open for the season with their new hours being: Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Delicious seafood delights

The Whale’s Tail is best known for its fried seafood dishes that are cooked to perfection.

Their menu reflects classic New England favorites such as clam chowder, clam cakes, and fish and chips. But they also offer a twist on traditional dishes, such as a fried clam strip roll, calamari with hot cherry peppers, and a tuna poke with a pineapple-ginger-soy dressing.

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For seafood lovers, The Whale’s Tail is a haven with their signature dishes, including fried clams, whole belly clams, scallops, and fried shrimp. And if you’re not a fan of seafood, don’t worry, they also have options for land-lovers, like chicken tenders and burgers.

Try their award-winning clam chwoder

One of their most popular dishes that keep people coming back is their award-winning New England-style clam chowder. Available in a cup, bowl, or quart, this creamy and hearty soup is a must-try.

Made with their secret recipe and filled with fresh clams, potatoes, and just the right amount of herbs and spices, The Whale’s Tail’s clam chowder has become a fan favorite.

Refreshing drinks to go with your meal

What’s a seafood meal without a refreshing drink to cool you down? At The Whale’s Tail, their beverage menu offers a variety of options, including freshly brewed iced tea, bottled water, and Spindrift sparkling water. Non-alcoholic options like their house-made lavender lemonade are also available.

If you’re feeling more adventurous, try one of their signature cocktails like the Whaler Margarita or the Pineapple Painkiller. And for beer lovers, they have a selection of local and craft options for you to choose from.

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And there's also dessert!

No meal is complete without dessert, and The Whale’s Tail has a delicious key lime pie that will satisfy your sweet tooth. With a cinnamon graham cracker crust, raspberry sauce, and whipped cream, this dessert is a refreshing end to your meal.

It's not just for dining on the patio

If you can’t get enough of The Whale’s Tail, you can also bring a part of their experience home with you. They offer bottles of their house-made cocktail mixers, such as cran, blue, grapefruit, and tequila lime, so you can recreate your favorite drink at home.

Standard-Times staff writer Seth Chitwood can be reached at schitwood@s-t.com. Follow him on twitter:@ChitwoodReports. Support local journalism by purchasing a digital or print subscription to The Standard-Times today.

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