And the Winners of Chowdafest 2012.... CTbites Team February 08, 2012 Congrats to all the winners of the 2012 Chowdafest. A great time was had by all and 2012 set records for both attendance and donations. If you missed it or simply didn't hear who won, compare these top picks with your taste buds. Classic New England 1st: Mansion Clam House (first to repeat in the same category) 2nd: Rory's (their first top 3 finish) 3rd: O'Neill's (their first top 3 finish) Creative Chowder 1st: Ginger Man (a two time champion now plus a 2nd for same entry) 2nd: Crab Shell (1st year in the competition) 3rd: Dunville's (also a rookie with a top 3 finish) Soup/Bisque 1st: Crab Shell (a very impressive debut for the stamford boys) 2nd: Southport Brewing (winningest restaurant now in Chowdafest history) 3rd: Liquid Lunch (another top 3 finish - has placed every year in the 'fest') NOW FOR THE CRITICS CHOICE AWARD - VOTED ON BY YOU Top Ten: 1 Ginger Man 2 Cactus Rose Cantina 3 Tavern on Main 4 Da Pietro's 5 River House 6 Nicholas Roberts 7 River House 8 Mansion Clam House 9 Super Duper Weenie Dog 10 Super Duper Weenie Dog
