LOVE!!! Such good food and good vibes - Best mussels in white wine and birria tacos. Ready for another season!

Since we were at the 10th Annual Hopsauce and Beer Festival in Beach Haven LBI, we wanted to try this local favorite. My wife and I walked 3/4 mile each way and the restaurant was busy at 1:30 PM. Your expected NJ Shore bar ambiance so we found a high table across from the bar. I ordered six of the local Ship Bottom oysters and they were incredible. We also shared the Paella between the 2 of us. Mussels and Shrimp and Arborio rice with plenty of Saffron! Delicious. Our only feedback was that we requested bread and they actually charged us as Extra Bread on the receipt for $3. Really??? Other than that a great place. read more

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We found this restaurant after attending the HopSauce Festival 2025. The food was phenominal, the service was great and the ambiance was very cool. We had the swordfish skewer and lobster roll. This is a very nice place to hangout with friends and family. Great job and very well recommended! read more

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This was my first trip to LBI, and I didn't always feel welcome everywhere we went--but this place was a huge exception. Despite having a very cranky 2-year-old with us, Kevin went above and beyond to make us feel right at home. I asked for fries first just to get something in my kid's belly. Then we took our time ordering the rest. While we waited, Kevin brought over buttons and toys to keep my son entertained. When I mentioned that he had seen a balloon earlier and really wanted one, Kevin blew up a kitchen glove for him. That kind of thoughtful, above-and-beyond service is rare. Truly phenomenal. The ambiance was relaxed and welcoming. Everyone, including the other customers, seemed chill and friendly. While they don't have a liquor license, I was able to enjoy a small bottle of rosé, which was perfect for our early Mother's Day celebration. Food-wise, we started with a dozen oysters, which were so good we ordered more. You can't go wrong with focaccia with burrata. The crab birria tacos were messy and I couldn't really taste the crab, but they were still tasty. All in all, a wonderful atmosphere with great food and even better people. I'd absolutely go out of my way to come back here. read more

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If you are in the area you must to try this restaurant. Little cozy and fun. Great staff, good service . The swordfish skewers are delicious and the lobster roll amazing. I would be beck there if in the area!! read more

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10/10!!! My kind of place... I could write a long eloquent review but no need to. The food here speaks for itself!Atmosphere, service, food all fantastic! read more

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Got amazing lobster roll and mussels/langostinos takeout from this place and it was beyond delicious. The food was ready on time and perfectly packaged. The place looks cool to hang out in as well and can't wait to return. read more

Dock and Claw - Lobster rolls takeout - Seafood Near Me - Beach Haven, New Jersey

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This place is a gem! I had Korean duck wings. They had a little kick to them and were tossed in Korean barbecue sauce. We shared the shrimp Poboy, which my wife liked more than the lobster roll, but I enjoyed them both equally. Amazing quality, and freshness. And don't sleep on the french fries! Great food and great service! read more

We have passed Dock and Claw over the years saying we've got to eat here, but never quite got to it. Well this year I was determined because I was wanting to try the Korean Duck wings. Well we finally made it and I'm so mad at myself for waiting so long. Yep, I got my Duck wings and they were amazing A sticky sweet bbq sauce that then catches you by surprise with some heat at the end. Delicious. My wife had the mussels in a garlic wine sauce. The mussels were plump and perfectly cooked. The garlic and white wine sauce was a garlic lovers dream. It comes with a wonderful bread slices to help you soak up that amazing broth. This is a busy tiny place, so come prepared to have a little wait. For us about 15 minutes. But the staff are very nice, food comes quickly, and the portions are plentiful. When I come back next July I will make sure Dock and Claw is on my have to go eat places. read more

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Hubba Hubba Mac n cheese! This place is a five star! Food is miraculous just like the servers! We will be back!! You can watch the sunset with a dreamy lobster roll in hand! read more

I had mixed feelings about this place. We rented the house right next door for a week so we decided to try it. It is very small. It also is kind of deceiving because you walk in and see a bar. But they don't serve liquor or beer. They do have wine for 15$ a glass. It is BYOB. They have a small menu but everything we ate was good. I personally had the lobster roll and it was yummy. It's more of a lunch place than a dinner place. It's was ok. read more

Yummy lunch of shrimp cocktail, Dock Burger (best burger in LBI) and Lobster roll. Great place to come, especially on a cloudy day! read more

Dock and Claw - YUMMMMY Dock Burger and Lobster roll! - Seafood Near Me - Beach Haven, New Jersey

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We were told to use the QR code for the menu. I personally wanted steamed clams and that is why I was there. I also ordered the side of Mac and cheese. I originally wanted to get the fish tacos but was told it was too much food. Oh well- another meal in my future! They can sell wine but do not have a liquor license. The house white was not good. My friend got the clam chowder. I only tasted it but was very impressed with how flavorful it was. I got the clams and they did not disappoint. Lots of delicious broth and bread for dipping. The Mac and cheese was creamy too. Loved the French fries. Very casual eating outside. read more

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Menu is small, but everything we have had on it is great. The laid back feel with the walk in capability to sit inside or outside is comfortable. The staff know the food options well. Highly recommend. read more

Good good and really friendly service. good views from the outdoor patio to the River

Ambiance: charming. Old time beach raw bar feel. Very nice. Service: good Food: putrid. Lobster rolls on stale role toasted. Lobster meat drowning in mayonnaise. Awful. 'StreetCorn' ....where to begin. Corn on the cob, not fresh, looks like grilled. If this actually was grilled, it must've been days ago. Corn was cold and packed with what looked like vanilla frosting but was actually cold, coagulated butter. The whole thing was gross, really disgusting. Why not just serve Corn? Everything was more than disappointing AND expensive! read more

Came here for a private party once and it was an amazing experience. Food was excellent and seemed high quality. The staff was very attentive and made sure everyone's plates and drinks were full! I would definitely like to visit again read more

Excellent lobster rolls and sangria. Worth your time. Go there. Also BYOB. Great spot on LBI.

The food is outstanding and not your typical snack bar selections. Really enjoyed the specialty oysters and the dinner special, Scallops over creamed goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, strawberries, pesto and balsamic vinegar. An extraordinary mix of flavors and combinations. I highly recommend! Also loved the upbeat atmosphere and excellent service by the entire waitstaff! read more

Love this place .... Love the vibe and the people .... But please do something about the crab birra tacos. That does just does not work. At least 6 people we know have said (a) we loved the place and (b) the crab tacos were really disappointing. Can't taste the crab once you dip it. Become absolutely tasteless. Has to go!!! read more

First time Back since the new owners, really love the vibe still. The fish tacos were bomb and the Korean calamari was really good. Definitely recommend this byob place! read more

Dock and Claw - Jenga outside - Seafood Near Me - Beach Haven, New Jersey

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After 40 years of eating underwhelming lobster rolls I've finally found one worth eating. This hole in the wall spot is a hidden foodie destination. Great service, amazing food, and good vibes. No liquor license, but the food holds its own. Definitely a must see when you're in town. read more

I'm not sure why this place has such high reviews, it's basically a small dive bar. Food is mediocre at best. we had crab birria tacos (greasy and bland), oysters (good), tuna tower (edible but would not order again), and the corn (good). Much better food in Beach Haven elsewhere. Loud rock music is playing, the bar is sort of moon shaped and takes up most of the room with couple of high top tables. If you want good food and a nice vibe where you can sort of have a conversation then this is not your spot. read more

The food is creative, always fresh, and portions are satisfying! The staff is awesome!

Can't wait to visit again this summer. Went at the tail end of last summer, simply because I was scrolling on IG and saw their burrata & prosciutto salad. I grabbed my purse and headed over. Lol we had a very enjoyable meal, sat by the window. The place is small, very limited seating. Service was great, ambiance was very much a bar at the beach. read more

Love this little place, it has such a cool shore vibe. We were lucky to get a table as soon as walked in and our server was so quick to attend to us. Lobster rolls and mussels were out of this world!Definitely recommend! read more

Probably the best burger I've ever had. Great service as well and good vibes. Burger is smash burger style with special sauce, think Big Mac sauce but better. Fries are fantastic as well, everything is super fresh and hot. Note that it's BYOB read more

Dock and Claw - Burger - Seafood Near Me - Beach Haven, New Jersey

Excellent food and service. We ordered the lobster roll, snow crabs, and side of Mac & cheese. So so good!

Creative dishes. The mac and cheese was fast and the burrata peach salad was one of my fave dishes we had on our trip. Kombucha was a bit too tart for my liking but delicious food overall read more

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This is an awesome spot in LBI. It's first come first serve and I would highly suggest sitting at the bar because it's fun. The servers are super nice and they are really good at their job. The food is so fresh. I highly suggest the shrimp cocktail and the mussels. The mussel pot sauce is incredible. Their fries are also super good. You can purchase wine or sangria there as well. read more

Yummy casual fresh and chill spot for all ages (but probably more fun for 21+). Loved everyone including the patrons / shuckers. Shared the tuna nachos and I got the tacos - if I could have I woulda tried ordering the whole menu. Hibiscus kombucha was refreshing! BYOB. read more

Dock and Claw - a group of people working at a bar - Seafood Near Me - Beach Haven, New Jersey

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This is a fun spot. Not your typical LBI dining experience. The food is top notch. There are tables outside and some small tables inside, but the main set up is a large semicircle bar where you eat your delicious food. The staff is attentive and engaging. We sat at the large bar, chilled our drinks nearby in a large metal tub filled with ice. From the name you would surmise that it's mostly a seafood place but I decided to get the burger... This might be the best burger on the island. We also had the mussels , tuna poke, calamari and the buratta .. everything was well prepared. Fun spot. Check it out. read more

Ordered pick up! Food - mac and cheese is delicious and a nice portion. Lobster rolls were delicious and well portioned with crispy fries that were great. I wouldn't say they were something crazy and new but tasted great, fresh, and definitely the best I've had on the island. Crab birria tacos were very nice, wish there was a little more "oomf" of flavor on the inside. Duck wings were a can't miss! Service - quick and easy pick up! Called right at opening and was ready within 20 minutes. Ambiance - can't speak much to it since we picked up but parking was a bit crowded on a nice sunny day. *Pulled pork mac and cheese from the food truck was the best! read more

When you're in Beach Haven, give this place a try! The former "Clam Bar", under new ownership with a new name is sure to please. Co-owner Kevin was working the inside and great to chat with. No reservations; write your name on the chalk wall to the right of the door and wait for a table or seats at the bar. We had hoped for an outdoor table, but there were only four and folks looked pretty settled in. We opted for seats at the bar and were happy for the A/C and camaraderie. Appetizer was Tuna Poke Nachos. Delicious but a few more pieces of tuna would have been nice. The ratio of tuna chips was off. Next up was garlic and white wine mussels. A heeping bowl full accompanied by warm bread. Lots of garlic and delicious. Enough said. Blackened shrimp Po' Boy...shrimp were big and made it difficult to eat the whole sandwich. Needed to be cut to enjoy. Presentation was great, but not functional. The fries that came with it were enjoyed by all. Chorizo tostados were very good. Fish tacos are made with fried fish and the alternative is blackened shrimp. We went for the alternative but were disappointed that only two shrimp per taco were provided. It was very tasty but would've been better with three shrimp per taco. Aioli may have overpowered the mango salsa. Hush puppies were deep fried and served with honey butter. Seemed a bit pricey at $10 per order, with hush puppies to spare. We would've liked to have paid less and had fewer hush puppies. We appreciated the large buckets of ice for BYOB. The kitchen closed at nine but at 8:45, people were still coming and the joint was jumping. Review is mixed, but we really enjoyed it and want you to check it out. 5 Stars! read more

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Finishing up our meal, I heard someone sit down and say "does it taste the same Without the fear?" A reference to the previous establishment where you took your life in your hands using your cellphone and you used to have cash only. The new decor is fresh and updated. It needed it! The owner is incredibly friendly, on top of it and working his butt of behind the bar. The menu is still fairly small, but so is the building so par for the course. Some new favorites to be had in the burrata bruschetta and tuna nachos. The mussels are an old favorite and still just as good. The kids food - the burger and chicken fingers aren't just for kids, it's not crap, it's actually good quality stuff. The two things I miss are the fish tacos (the new ones are fried fish which aren't really my jam). I wish they'd introduce a nice grilled or blackened mahi taco but there is enough I love on the menu that I'll live without. Also the scallop melt. A super odd delicious LBI landmark dish, would love to see it hit the menu. It's still byob, still a U shaped bar and outdoor seating. Still a great place to go for some solid food. read more

I don't give 5 stars ever! However, this is a 5-star place for me. It's like a 10-star for LBI. The service is great, everyone is super friendly and the food is consistently delicious! Love that it's BYOB. Fave place in LBI. read more

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We finally got to Dock & Claw Clam Bar and it didn't disappoint. We got burrata bruschetta and street corn apps - both were awesome. Bruschetta was super fresh and the street corn was absolutely loaded with flavor - best street corn I've ever had. My wife, who doesn't love corn, said next time we should each get our own so we don't have to share it For dinner we got blackened shrimp tacos and the mexi-cali crunch salad with chorizo. The tacos were a little bit of a mess but worth every bite - but somehow the salad was the star of the show. When I tell you this was one of the best salads I've ever had.... Huge portion, dressing was killer, chorizo was fantastic (not too spicy so my wife loved it) and they had peanuts that they roasted and tossed in hot sauce (again, not too spicy) that added a nice crunch. We will be back for sure, I can still taste that salad and it sounded like their burgers and po boys are worth trying too. Service was great, they were very friendly and helpful with recommendations. We sat outside with our pup who they had a fresh bowl of water for. Only knock is that we couldn't order drinks with dinner, so next time we'll come prepared. It's not cheap, but nothing is on the island and especially not in beach haven. The portions were generous and we both left there happy and full read more

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no offense to the Holiday but Dock and Claw may have the best burger on the island. great oysters and fish tacos too.

DELICIOUS NEW spot in Beach Haven. Love trying all local seafood spots in town and this is a winner for sure. Super fresh local oysters. Po boy was unbelievable as well on a toasted buttered brioche. Must try if you're in the area. cool vibe too with the classic round bar top and good tunes playing too. Super friendly staff as well. read more

Dock and Claw - Po Boy - Seafood Near Me - Beach Haven, New Jersey

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Had a lovely outdoor lunch here! My Lobster Roll was so good, as was the street corn. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the owner was super friendly and helpful. Totally recommend! read more