Aunt Carrie's Restaurant Clam Cakes Price

Aunt Carrie's Clam Cakes are award-winning clam fritters and a signature menu item of this restaurant. These fritters are made from scratch based on a recipe that originated with the founder, Carrie Cooper. The recipe was adapted from her original corn fritters when she began adding fresh clams brought to her by her children. The clam cakes are known for being large and are considered a must for the full Aunt Carrie's experience, perfect for dunking in chowder or as a standalone appetizer. The Aunt Carrie's Restaurant Clam Cakes price is $8.99 for a half dozen and $14.99 for a full dozen.

The clam cakes are a classic example of Rhode Island cuisine and can be compared to the clam cakes at Iggy's Doughboys & Chowder House. Customer reviews state that Aunt Carrie's clam cakes are huge, meaty, and delicious. The most traditional pairing for the clam cakes is with the restaurant's South County-style chowder. This chowder has a thinner broth and is served with a choice of milk, plain, or as a tomato-based broth, providing the perfect medium for dunking the savory fritters.

The history of the clam cakes is intertwined with the restaurant's founding. Carrie Cooper and her husband Ulysses began by selling lemonade to local fishermen and campers in Point Judith. The smell of Carrie's chowder and clam cakes, made for her family, attracted attention, and soon they began selling them from a small stand. Ulysses bought the property where the restaurant now stands, and the original building was constructed in 1920. The name "Aunt Carrie's" originated from her many nieces and nephews calling for her on the beach. Today, the restaurant is run by the fourth generation of Aunt Carrie's family, continuing the tradition she started.