The Kickin' Crab is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

1. The Kickin' Crab

8.5
3611 S Bristol St #C (at MacArthur Blvd.), Santa Ana, CA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · South Coast · 31 tips and reviews

Vandy C.Vandy Chanel: The clams are damn good here

Joy D.Joy D.: Take a clam shell and pour some of the sauce over your rice! YUM!

JonesJones: Shrimp clams crawfish

The Olde Ship is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

2. The Olde Ship

1120 W 17th St (at N Bristol St), Santa Ana, CA
Pub · 48 tips and reviews

Kurt A.Kurt Arnlund: The clam chowder is excellent!

Jordan Bennett S.Jordan Bennett S: The fish and chips is AMAZING. Wash it down with a few bottles of champagne and, you ready to start your Amy wine house themed night.

U.S. SoccerU.S. Soccer: U.S. fans in Orange County would be wise to drop anchor at The Olde Ship which is distinguished by its personality and charm as well as its traditional British flare.

Newport Seafood Restaurant is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

3. Newport Seafood Restaurant

7.7
4411 W. 1st Street, Santa Ana, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews

Chevy P.Chevy Pham: OMG, this place has been the best seafood place since I was in HS (80s), with wait times of 60 minutes long. Try Lobster or crab special, clams with black bean or basil -- these are the best.

Thu N.Thu Ngo: The lobster never disappoints!

Gordon S.Gordon Sturm: Cheap eats, get there early for lunch as you cannot park in street on Fridays (street sweeping)

Murasaki Sushi is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

4. Murasaki Sushi

7.9
2901 W MacArthur Blvd (fairview St.), Santa Ana, CA
Sushi Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews

JTJT: Some of the best sushi I've had - get the chefs menu and everything will come marinated for you! Their clam miso soup, duck, and soft shell crab are also reaaaaalllly delicious

bOnbOn: House custard pudding is so yummy!!

Cece B.Cece Bear: The have real Kobe beef from Japan🇯🇵🍗🎣🍣

The Boiling Crab is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

5. The Boiling Crab

8.9
1500 W MacArthur Blvd (btw Bristol & Bear), Santa Ana, CA
Seafood Restaurant · South Coast · 70 tips and reviews

Michelle K.Michelle Kahne: Don't wear your favorite outfit, it'll get ruined, bring your own gloves if you prefer to not get dirty w/your hands. Last tip, order clams & shrimp for sure!

Karthik B.Karthik Balasubramanian: Love this place ! Medium is a good level of spice.

Zainab A.Zainab AlFaisal: Not a seafood fancy; but their "medium spicy shrimp shabang" absolutely delicious 👌 ! Don't miss the tasty cajun fries !

Quattro Caffe is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

6. Quattro Caffe

7.7
3333 S Bristol St Ste 1205 (at Town Centre), Santa Ana, CA
Italian Restaurant · 33 tips and reviews

Claire S.Claire Salvador: Spicy Penne Arrabiatta is so good!

Eileen M.Eileen Marie: Try the Giardino Salad w lemon dressing, Lobster Bisque & Margherita Pizza . . . w a glass of wine

Gokben U.Gokben U.: take a break..

Ritter's Steam Kettle Cooking is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

7. Ritter's Steam Kettle Cooking

7.9
1421 W MacArthur Blvd Ste G, Santa Ana, CA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · South Coast · 26 tips and reviews

Mimi N.Mimi Nguyen: Loved the house gumbo and new England clan chowder but the portions are huge!

Kristine A.Kristine Armosilla: The food is good but the service really sucks. It took an hour to get seated and once we were seated it took 30 mins to even get bread and water when other tables were immediately served.

Becky K.Becky Kim: One hour later still waiting for food... isnt it known that five hangry girls result in bad consequences?

8 Steers is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

8. 8 Steers

6.9
3751 S Harbor Blvd Ste C, Santa Ana, CA
Steakhouse · 5 tips and reviews

Kenji J.Kenji Justin: If you're wondering about the salmon, it's delicious! Crispy on the outside, perfect on the inside. The mashed potatoes & grilled veggies complimented it, and the cider redux wasn't too sweet.

Kenji J.Kenji Justin: Must try the White Gummy Bear martini! Tastes just like a white gummy bear, and not too sweet. Plus they give you the extra from the shaker in a tiny carafe! It's almost two drinks in one!

Jesse E.Jesse Erickson: Try the Kobe Sliders. They are incredible!

Avila's El Ranchito is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

9. Avila's El Ranchito

7.4
2201 E 1st St (btw Tustin ave and Golden Circle Dr), Santa Ana, CA
Mexican Restaurant · 8 tips and reviews

Deena K.Deena Kaylee: Happy hour has good deals on drinks and food, they also have free apps with cucumbers, celery and carrots with ranch dip

Bridget W.Bridget Willard: The carne asada tacos are amazing! The tortillas are freshly made.

Mark K.Mark Kelley: great Carnitas here!

Tangata Restaurant is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

10. Tangata Restaurant

6.2
2002 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA
New American Restaurant · Downtown Santa Ana · 1 tip

CandiceCandice: A Patina Group restaurant. Food is good ambiance is great. Good for lunch on a weekday. Museum after! Read more.

Denny's is one of The 11 Best Places for Clams in Santa Ana.

11. Denny's

7.1
2530 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA
Breakfast Spot · South Coast · 5 tips and reviews

Joel R.Joel R.: Very nice Denny's. They did a good job with the old Marie Calendars place. VERY clean

Alfonso C.Alfonso Cervantes: Very nice staff and attentive

Anton P.Anton Paz: Morning service the best in this Dennis's get the fit slam mmm