For Restaurants & Seafood Businesses

Get Your Spot in Front of New England Seafood Lovers

New England Seafood Guide is a curated regional directory built for people actively searching for great seafood — locals, tourists, and food enthusiasts exploring the coast.

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Restaurant Photo Featured Lobster Docks
Woodman's of Essex
📍 Essex, Massachusetts
The birthplace of the fried clam, Woodman's has been a North Shore institution since 1914. World-famous for their whole-belly clams, lobster, and waterfront atmosphere.
★ Featured Fried Clams Lobster Since 1914
What You Get

Enhanced Visibility Across the Platform

Featured spots receive prominent placement throughout the guide, helping your restaurant stand out to seafood enthusiasts actively exploring New England.

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Homepage Placement
Featured spots appear in the curated section on the NESG homepage, the first thing visitors see when they arrive.
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Featured Badge
A distinct gold Featured badge on your listing card signals quality and editorial curation to every visitor browsing the directory.
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Priority Category Placement
Your listing appears at the top of your category results — whether someone is browsing lobster docks, raw bars, or fried clam shacks.
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SEO Landing Pages
Featured spots are included on category and regional landing pages optimized to rank for searches like "best lobster roll in Maine."
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Larger Listing Card
More visual real estate in directory listings — a larger card with your photo and description that commands attention.
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Future Promotion
As NESG grows its audience, featured partners will be considered for social media highlights and newsletter features (planned for 2026).
How It Looks

Featured Placement Examples

Here's how featured spots appear across the directory — from the homepage to category listings.

Directory listing view
Red's Eats ★ Featured
📍 Wiscasset, Maine · Seafood Shacks
Five Islands Lobster Co.
📍 Georgetown, Maine · Lobster Docks
Eventide Oyster Co.
📍 Portland, Maine · Raw Bars
Homepage featured section
Featured Spots
★ Featured
Woodman's of Essex
Essex, MA
★ Featured
Abbott's Lobster
Noank, CT
Featured spots appear above standard listings on the homepage
Featured badge
Featured
The Featured badge appears on your listing card, in search results, and on category pages — immediately distinguishing your spot from standard listings.
Mobile appearance
★ Featured
Red's Eats
📍 Wiscasset, ME
Early Access

Become a Founding Featured Partner

NESG is growing fast across all six New England states. Early partners get discounted founding pricing and the opportunity to be highlighted as the directory builds its audience.

600+
Listings currently live
6
New England states covered
∞
Free standard listings, always
Apply for Founding Partner Pricing
Step 1 of 2

Find your restaurant

Search for your listing in the NESG directory. This links your payment to your listing so we can activate your Featured badge automatically.

Don't see your restaurant? Submit it here first — it's free and only takes a minute.

Pricing

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Standard listings are always free. Featured placement is an optional upgrade for restaurants that want greater visibility.

Standard Listing
Free forever
No fees, no catch. Submit your spot and it's listed free of charge.
  • Directory listing
  • Category placement
  • State & region filtering
  • Restaurant details page
  • Featured badge
  • Homepage placement
  • Priority category ranking
  • SEO landing page inclusion
Submit a Free Listing
Founding Partner
Featured Spot
$19 / month
Or $49/quarter — founding partner pricing, limited availability.
  • Everything in Standard
  • ★ Featured badge on listing
  • Homepage featured section
  • Priority category placement
  • SEO landing page inclusion
  • Larger listing card
  • Future newsletter & social consideration
  • Cancel anytime
Why NESG

Built for New England Seafood Culture

NESG isn't a general restaurant directory. It's a focused, curated guide for people who care about seafood — the kind of people who plan trips around finding the best lobster roll or the perfect fried clam shack.

Seafood-specific audience — every visitor is actively looking for a seafood experience, not browsing a general guide.
Regional focus across all six New England states — from the Maine coast to Connecticut's shoreline.
Editorial curation — listings are reviewed before going live. Quality matters here.
Growing fast — 600+ listings live and expanding with new spots added weekly.
600+
Listings live
6
States covered
9
Categories
Free
Standard listings, always
Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How does featured placement work?
Featured spots receive a gold badge, priority placement in the directory and category pages, inclusion on the homepage, and spots on SEO landing pages. Apply and we'll review your listing before activating featured status.
Can restaurants buy their way to the top rankings?
No. Featured placement improves your visibility in the directory, but editorial rankings and "best of" lists on NESG are not for sale. We maintain editorial independence — that's what makes this guide trustworthy.
How long does featured placement last?
Featured placement is month-to-month ($19/month) or quarterly ($49/quarter). It continues as long as you're subscribed and your listing remains active and accurate.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. There are no contracts or lock-in periods. Cancel anytime and your listing reverts to a standard free listing — it stays live in the directory.
How do I apply for featured placement?
Use the application form on this page. We'll review your listing and reach out within a few business days. If your spot isn't in the directory yet, submit it first at /submit/.
Is NESG only for seafood restaurants?
Yes — NESG is focused entirely on the New England seafood experience. Restaurants, lobster docks, fish markets, raw bars, clam shacks, and other seafood-focused businesses are welcome. General restaurants without a seafood focus aren't listed.
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Help Seafood Lovers Discover Your Spot

NESG is built by seafood enthusiasts, for seafood enthusiasts. If you run a great spot and want to reach the people actively searching for it, we'd love to feature you.

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Questions? Email hello@newenglandseafoodguide.com