A family owned fish market since 1970, selling fresh seafood and cooked meals
Charles Donahue started the Donahue family seafood enterprise in the year 1970 selling fresh seafood from the back of a truck. Eventually, he rented a store in Derry, NH where his five children would work after school, learning the business while sharing family values. Donahue’s business grew in Derry, NH for five years before relocating to Plaistow, NH.
In 1975, the Donahue family business settled into the Plaistow area in what is now known as the Shaw’s Plaza. After three years of success in that area, in 1978 Charles and his wife Dotty purchased a small house in Plaistow and remodeled it into a small store, offering fresh quality seafood with quality service. Keeping their family values with them, the Donahue family had established a permanent location.
In 1985, Charles and Dotty moved their residence to the state of Maine and went on to open two additional businesses in the seafood industry, one in Rockland and the other in St. George. While Charles and Dotty continued to grow in Maine, their children, Mark, Susan, and Jennifer thrived in Plaistow.
On April 6th, 1993 our father Charles Donahue passed away, and as a result the Maine businesses were closed and Dotty Donahue returned to Plaistow to be with her family. In 2001, the Donahue family responded to customer demand and expanded the fish market to include some homemade deli entrees and a meat market.
The Donahue family business still offers the largest selection of quality seafood in the area, either fresh from our market, or freshly cooked from our kitchen, using our own products. We hope that you enjoy your visit to our establishment and will tell your family and friends.
☀️ BONUS SPECIAL ☀️ April 10th
It’s too nice out not to enjoy some fried clams!
We’ve added a Fried Clam Plate to today’s lineup 🐚
Limited supply — when they’re gone, they’re gone!
Perfect day to treat yourself… stop in before they sell out!
Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Road
Plaistow, NH
603-382-6181 ... See MoreSee Less
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Fish Friday is here 🐟🔥
Our case is loaded with fresh seafood and ready-to-go favorites! Chef Steve’s at it again with take & bake shrimp scampi and plenty more easy options for tonight.
Skip the cooking—grab dinner with us!
📍 Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Rd, Plaistow NH
📞 603-382-6181 ... See MoreSee Less
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Fish Friday is here 🐟🔥
Our case is loaded with fresh seafood and ready-to-go favorites! Chef Steve’s at it again with take & bake shrimp scampi and plenty more easy options for tonight.
Skip the cooking—grab dinner with us!
📍 Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Rd, Plaistow NH
📞 603-382-6181 ... See MoreSee Less
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Beautiful morning in Gloucester ☀️🐦
Fresh seafood, just the way it should be.
We’re loaded up today with great specials and a full case—perfect for lunch or an easy dinner tonight.
Stop in early for the best selection!
📍 Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Road, Plaistow NH
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Beautiful morning in Gloucester ☀️🐦
Fresh seafood, just the way it should be.
We’re loaded up today with great specials and a full case—perfect for lunch or an easy dinner tonight.
Stop in early for the best selection!
📍 Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Road, Plaistow NH
📞 603-382-6181 ... See MoreSee Less
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NEW TAKE-HOME MEALS 🔥
Chef Steve is loading up the case with fresh, ready-to-heat dinners!
Perfect for busy nights when you still want something homemade.
🐟 Glazed salmon with rice & veggies
🍤 Shrimp scampi over pasta
…and more coming!
Just heat and eat — no stress, no mess.
Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Rd, Plaistow NH
603-382-6181 ... See MoreSee Less
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April 8th 2026
NEW TAKE-HOME MEALS 🔥
Chef Steve is loading up the case with fresh, ready-to-heat dinners!
Perfect for busy nights when you still want something homemade.
🐟 Glazed salmon with rice & veggies
🍤 Shrimp scampi over pasta
…and more coming!
Just heat and eat — no stress, no mess.
Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Rd, Plaistow NH
603-382-6181 ... See MoreSee Less
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We are loaded up with fresh seafood and Chef Steve has been busy in the kitchen. Come in early, beat the crowd, and grab something fresh and easy—perfect for a quick lunch or take-home dinner.
Our case will be full and ready for you!
📍 Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Road, Plaistow, NH
📞 603-382-6181 ... See MoreSee Less
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Our case is loaded with freshly cooked shrimp, oysters, salmon, halibut, Dover sole, steamers—and Chef Steve’s fresh corn crab salad is back!
Grab one of our specials and enjoy a great meal without the work.
Donahue’s Fish Market
20 Plaistow Rd, Plaistow NH
603-382-6181 ... See MoreSee Less
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