Crab portions
The king crab bucket can be large enough for three people with sides, with fresh, well-seasoned crab.
CLAW BBQ
Jumeirah Beach Residence
CLAW BBQ is an American-style BBQ restaurant in Jumeirah Beach Residence, built around generous seafood and comfort-food plates. Reviews especially point to Saturday brunch, king crab, lively music, games and beachside views for an easygoing group outing.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
4,040 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Group activities
Billiards, bull riding and other games give groups something to do between drinks and food.
Beach views
Outdoor seating is praised for views towards Ain Dubai, Bluewaters and the beach.
Table service
Some servers make the meal interactive, including preparing guacamole tableside and tying bibs for crab and ribs.
Sports atmosphere
The venue works as a sports-bar setting for major matches, with welcoming service and notably crisp fries.
Large platters
Shared platters are described as generous, with seasoned shrimp, loaded fries and sauces.
What to Eat at CLAW BBQ How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For CLAW BBQ, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at CLAW BBQ got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 10
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Beef ribs Net +2
“I would definitely recommend to try from the mains salmon with baked potatoes and greens and beef ribs. Thank uu! 💫😋❤️”
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“I would definitely recommend to try from the mains salmon with baked potatoes and greens and beef ribs. Thank uu! 💫😋❤️”February 2026
“I’ve tried several dishes and they’ve all tasted great—the beef ribs and guacamole are a must.”May 2026
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Brunch buffet Net +2
“Tried the brunch buffet at Claw BBQ and it did not disappoint! Great variety of food, everything fresh, flavorful, and well stocked throughout. Perfect mix of BBQ favorites and brunch bites, with generous portions and plenty to choose from.”
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“Tried the brunch buffet at Claw BBQ and it did not disappoint! Great variety of food, everything fresh, flavorful, and well stocked throughout. Perfect mix of BBQ favorites and brunch bites, with generous portions and plenty to choose from.”January 2026
“Amazing place with delicious food and a luxurious buffet. It was my first time there and I really loved it. Great lively music and lots of happy people.♥️”March 2026
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Bbq ribs Net +1
“Soooo delicious bbq ribs!!! Portions are huge! Nice vibes. Music is awesome, proper American style! I def recommend this place who is looking for such atmosphere 🌟🙌🏼”
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“Soooo delicious bbq ribs!!! Portions are huge! Nice vibes. Music is awesome, proper American style! I def recommend this place who is looking for such atmosphere 🌟🙌🏼”February 2026
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Guacamole Net +1
“I’ve tried several dishes and they’ve all tasted great—the beef ribs and guacamole are a must.”
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“I’ve tried several dishes and they’ve all tasted great—the beef ribs and guacamole are a must.”May 2026
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King crab bucket Net +1
“This place is awesome! We ordered the king crab bucket, and couldn't finish. You will see in my pictures the amount that was left over. 3 people, each with a side could share this. The crab was very fresh, and very favorable. Very well seasoned.”
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“This place is awesome! We ordered the king crab bucket, and couldn't finish. You will see in my pictures the amount that was left over. 3 people, each with a side could share this. The crab was very fresh, and very favorable. Very well seasoned.”December 2025
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Loaded fries Net +1
“Great platter! The shrimp was well seasoned, the loaded fries were tasty, and the sauces complemented everything perfectly. Generous portions and nice atmosphere. I would definitely come back.”
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“Great platter! The shrimp was well seasoned, the loaded fries were tasty, and the sauces complemented everything perfectly. Generous portions and nice atmosphere. I would definitely come back.”December 2025
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Loaded potato Net +1
“My wife got the loaded potato, and that was LOADED! It was crazy!”
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“My wife got the loaded potato, and that was LOADED! It was crazy!”December 2025
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Ribs Net +1
“Tons of fresh seafood, amazing ribs, and a full bar.”
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“Tons of fresh seafood, amazing ribs, and a full bar.”March 2026
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Salmon with baked potatoes and greens Net +1
“I would definitely recommend to try from the mains salmon with baked potatoes and greens and beef ribs. Thank uu! 💫😋❤️”
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“I would definitely recommend to try from the mains salmon with baked potatoes and greens and beef ribs. Thank uu! 💫😋❤️”February 2026
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Sweet potato fries Net +1
“I got the sweet potato fries, and they were great!”
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“I got the sweet potato fries, and they were great!”December 2025
Drinks 2
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Beer Net +1
“My favourite brunch in JBR pavilion. Love this place with cool parties . Especially brunch in Saturdays. So amazing and tasty . Oysters eat how much you want ) and all the seafood, roast beef and giant 🦃turkey . Tacos , guacamole, salads , cakes and fruits . We really enjoyed the cocktails and beer . All inclusive. And very kind waiters and hostess . We will come back again and again .”
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“My favourite brunch in JBR pavilion. Love this place with cool parties . Especially brunch in Saturdays. So amazing and tasty . Oysters eat how much you want ) and all the seafood, roast beef and giant 🦃turkey . Tacos , guacamole, salads , cakes and fruits . We really enjoyed the cocktails and beer . All inclusive. And very kind waiters and hostess . We will come back again and again .”February 2026
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Beer towers Net +1
“The brunch spread is exactly what you’d expect from a U.S. diner: loaded nachos, juicy burgers, ribs, wings, sliders, mac & cheese, and plenty of Tex-Mex favorites. The portions are generous, and everything comes with that indulgent “comfort food” feeling. Drinks flow non-stop – from classic cocktails to beer towers – which really adds to the lively, social atmosphere.”
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“The brunch spread is exactly what you’d expect from a U.S. diner: loaded nachos, juicy burgers, ribs, wings, sliders, mac & cheese, and plenty of Tex-Mex favorites. The portions are generous, and everything comes with that indulgent “comfort food” feeling. Drinks flow non-stop – from classic cocktails to beer towers – which really adds to the lively, social atmosphere.”September 2025
What to Avoid (2)
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Classic burger Net −1
“We tried the classic burger and striploin steak, both fell below expectations given the price.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We tried the classic burger and striploin steak, both fell below expectations given the price.”March 2026
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Striploin steak Net −1
“We tried the classic burger and striploin steak, both fell below expectations given the price.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We tried the classic burger and striploin steak, both fell below expectations given the price.”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Follow BlaBla. For parking and navigation, follow BlaBla on Google Maps; the underground parking is beneath it.
Check entry. Approach from the street side rather than assuming you can enter directly from the beach.
Choose shade. If visiting the smoking area during the day, factor in direct sunlight, especially around sunset.
Come hungry. The brunch buffet has generous portions and a broad spread, so arrive ready to try more than one plate.
Book brunch. Saturday brunch is the clearest match for seafood, BBQ, games, music and a beach view.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marsa Dubai - Jumeirah Beach Residence - Dubai
Marsa Dubai - Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Uneven service
One guest had to repeatedly find staff for another drink and the bill, while dealing with several different servers.
Price concerns
A reviewer found the classic burger and striploin steak disappointing relative to their price.
Loud music
The music can become too loud for a relaxed meal, according to one guest.
Sun exposure
The daytime smoking area may put you in direct sunlight, particularly around sunset.
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The Bottom Line
CLAW BBQ is an American-style restaurant and bar in Jumeirah Beach Residence, with a loud, playful social scene rather than a quiet dinner-room feel. The clearest draw is Saturday brunch: reviews describe fresh oysters, shrimp, mussels, crab, lobster, BBQ meats, burgers, tacos, desserts and flowing cocktails or beer. It is a substantial buffet, so come hungry.
Outside brunch, the menu leans into shareable comfort food. King crab buckets can be large enough for three people with sides, while beef ribs, guacamole, loaded fries and seafood platters are recurring favourites. One memorable touch is guacamole prepared at the table, and crab diners may be given bibs for the messy business.
The venue suits groups that want entertainment with their meal. Reviews mention billiards, a bull ride, beer pong and other games, plus DJs and music. Outdoor seating brings views of the beach, Ain Dubai and Bluewaters, while the sports-bar atmosphere works well for watching a major match.
There are practical caveats. Parking is underground beneath BlaBla, and one reviewer found the venue easy to miss. Enter from the street side, not the beach.
Service is usually praised, but another guest had to chase staff for drinks and the bill; music can also be very loud, and the daytime smoking area gets direct sun.