Crabs Claw Inn

601 Grand Central Ave, Lavallette
(732) 793-4447

Recent Reviews

Sara Sheehan-Petti

Have been coming here for 20+ years since I was a kid. I swear it keeps getting better. Years ago sometimes you'd have a bad day, a rough server, food that was good but not great. That's never the case the last several years everything about this place has gotten better. I get something different every time and today's was my favorite cocktail and favorite meal.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Creamy Crab Chowder, Coconut Shrimp Tacos

Albert Campolattaro.

This place is always busy, but I must say for all the years that it has been there. They try to accommodate you whatever which way they can to get you seated. Going there and experiencing the atmosphere you get when you're eating, you won't be disappointed. We had over 18 people to be seated to eat, and they accommodated us.Kid-friendliness: They have no problem accommodating your children not at all.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Oysters, French Fries, King Crab Legs, Lobster Roll, Clams on the Half Shell, Salad

Tricia Moberg

I love the food (had calamari and stuffed flounder, yum) and the bands that play there are awesome! The Mangoes was the name of the band on

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Buffalo Calamari

Darryl Scott

Outstanding place, the food is fantastic , and the staff are the best.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anthony Costanzo

Stopped in because I've never been here but have heard great reviews. The reviews had been correct. Started with 2 of the 3 sound Creamy Crab Chowder was very good but the Lobster Bisque steals the show, order the bowl because the cup is not enough. Shared the Crispy Asian Tuna and the Crab cake sandwich. Crisp Asian Tuna was the clear winner in this race only because the Crab cake was a little thin and not crispy enough for my liking. Plenty of atmosphere tv and "singing" entertainment aspect. Staff was very polite and friendly.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Tuna

M Baker

Enjoyed our dinner. Everything fine!Parking: Can get busy especially 'in-season' and allow time to find parking nearby; in 'off-season' there is typically street parking alongside restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Lee Bedatsky

Great iconic place at the Jersey Shore. They never disappoint. Although they are primarily regarded as a seafood place, when last here, we had the Prime Rib special. It was great. Friendly staff. Can get quite crowded during the summer, of course, so have patience. It is worth the wait. Parking is on street only, and definitely at a premium in-season.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chris Danielson

Can spot, great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips

Barbara Dolan

We always have a good time. Waiters are always good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Mary B.

Just ok. Overpriced service was fine. Absolutely no ambiance at all. Very crowded for a winter Saturday, guess no much open this time of year

Bobbi Montemaro

Great crab cakes!

Jeff Mourao

Excellent food,

Food: 5

Service: 5

Broni Bach

Jacquie was our server and she is the best! Great service and a great gal!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Toni L. D.

One of the worst. Presentation sorely lacking. My brother-in-law even got sick from the soup. Can't understand the attraction for this place when there are far better alternatives nearby.

Steve Blank

Everything was fine. The waitress forgot to give the rest of my fries when I asked for to go

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

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