1. 1. ‘21’ Club

   21 W. 52nd St., nr. Fifth Ave.; 212-582-7200

   You’d think this Prohibition-era institution would be too fusty for such things, but on July 31, it’s throwing a Chesapeake clambake—and caution to the wind (à la carte or $55 three-course prix fixe).

2. 2. Savoy

   70 Prince St., at Crosby St.; 212-219-8570

   Through July 31, lobster is the centerpiece of the $40 Montauk Point boiled dinner, which begins with littlenecks and ends with peach- and-blueberry crumble; $55 with unlimited rosé.

3. 3. Zócalo

   174 E. 82nd St., nr. third Ave.; 212-717-7772

   Starting July 26, summer specials include a $32 Yucatán-style clambake of shellfish and chorizo in achiote-habanero sauce.

4. 4. HQ

   90 Thompson St., nr. Spring St.; 212-966-2755

   The $37.50 Monday-night clambake covers familiar coastal territory, from New England clam chowder to Key-lime pie.

5. 5. The Hideaway

   185 Duane St., nr. Greenwich St.; 212-334-5775

   Summer Mondays are Blue Crab Night at this Tribeca newcomer, where post-weekend malaise is ameliorated with Maryland crabs, peel-and-eat shrimp, and corn on the cob.

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