Starboard Claw Menu

Welcome to Starboard Claw, a culinary jewel nestled at 1818 Coastal Hwy, Dewey Beach, DE. This upscale seafood haven promises a dining experience that’s as vibrant as the nearby shore.

Patrons rave about the exquisite offerings, from the jumbo chilled shrimp and the incredibly fresh scallops to the delightful seafood rigatoni packed with shrimp, scallops, and crabmeat. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance of upscale and beachy, making it ideal for special occasions or casual evenings alike. Guests appreciate the exceptional service, with servers like Mattie and Chris providing personalized recommendations, amplifying the dining experience.

The creative touches, such as homemade fig jam on charcuterie boards and a grown-up funnel cake dessert, elevate classic dishes to new heights. Whether you dine inside or on the charming patio, Starboard Claw is a destination bound to leave a lasting impression.

SALAD & SOUP

DELMARVA BLUE CRAB SOUP

Short Rib, Cabbage, Butter Beans, Potatoes, Sweet Corn

US$13.00

CLAW CAESAR

Baby Green and Red Romaine, Pickled Egg, Grated Parmesan, Caesar Dressing

US$12.00

BABY SPINACH & MANGO SALAD

Dried Blueberries, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Carrots, Macadamia Nuts, Balsamic & Thyme Vinaigrette

US$14.00

BABY ICEBERG WEDGE

Chopped Bacon, Shaved Red Onion, Campari Tomatoes, Gorganzola, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

US$13.00

CHEF PAUL'S FAMOUS MOZZARELLA LOGS

House Made, Fra Diavolo Sauce, Parmesan

US$14.00

DEWEY CRAB "FRACHOS"

Waffle Fries, Melted Cheddar, Smoked Bacon, Crab Meat, Scallions

US$17.00

BURRATA BRUSCHETTA

French Baguette, Sweet Red Pepper Pesto, Arugula, Fig Syrup

US$14.00

BAKED NACHO-RIZOS

Crispy Corn Tortilla Chips, Short Rib, Chorizo, Monterey Jack, Pickled Shallots, Pico De Gallo, Mojo Verde Crema

US$15.00

SHISHITO PEPPERS

Charred Peppers, Goat Cheese, Black Garlic Puree, Sesame Oil

US$11.00

SMOKED JERK CHICKEN SLIDERS

Grilled Pineapple, Coconut-Jalapeno Aioli, Kings Hawaiian Bread

US$15.00

WINGS

Brown Sugar-Chile Rub, Baked, Jalapeno-Bleu Cheese Dip

US$15.00

KILO POT OF PEI MUSSELS

Toasted Baguette, Choice of Sauce: Fra Diavolo, Goat Cheese & Bacon, OR Classic White Wine & Herbs

US$16.00

GENERAL PAUL'S POPCORN SHRIMP

Sweet Sesame-Chili-Ginger Sauce, Rice Noodle Salad

US$15.00

SAUTEED CALAMARI & CLAMS

Roasted Red Pepper Chimichurri, Parmesan Crumbs

US$13.00

BIRRIA TACOS

Birria Style Beef Short Rib, Red Onion, Cilantro Crema, Queso Fresco

US$14.00

BAJA STYLE CHILI-LIME FISH TACOS

Red Cabbage-Mango Slaw, White Corn Tortilla, Baja Sauce

US$14.00

CLAW CRAB DIP

Crab Claw and White Cheddar, Crisp Veggies and Toasted Baguette

US$19.00

COCONUT GARLIC SHRIMP

Sauteed Coconut Garlic Jumbo Shrimp, Fresno Chiles

US$18.00

PIGS ON THE WING

Smoked Baby Back Ribs, Sweet Heat Buffalo Sauce, Crisp Veggies, Jalapeno Bleu Cheese

US$14.00

TO SHARE

HANDHELDS

THE SHRIMP BURGER

Old Bay Mayo, Butter Lettuce, Tomato

US$17.00

CRAB CAKE

Jumbo Lump, House Remoulade, Potato Roll

CRAB & MOZZ SAMMY

Smoked Mozzarella, Tomato-Cognac Sauce, Toasted Sourdough

US$17.00

CLAW BURGER

8oz House Blend Patty, Caramelized Onions, Gorgonzola, Claw Sauce

US$17.00

GRILLED VEGGIE WRAP

Yellow Squash, Zucchini, Lavash Wrap, Avocado, Sprouts, Poblano Peppers, Cilantro Crema

US$13.00

SPICY KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN

Kimchi Slaw, Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Glaze

US$16.00

PEEL & EAT SHRIMP

Half LB. OR LB

US$15.00

VIRGINIA TOP NECK CLAMS

Dozen

US$18.00

U/10 CHILLED JUMBO SHRIMP

Each

US$5.00

NORTH ATLANTIC 6 OZ. LOBSTER TAIL

US$25.00

1# DUNGENESS CRAB LEGS

US$50.00

1# SNOW CRAB LEGS

US$40.00

FROM THE CLAW BAR

MAINS

CREOLE SHRIMP & GRITS

White Cheddar Grits, Andouille Sausage, Tasso Ham, Crawfish, Holy Trinity-Garlic Cream Sauce

US$24.00

SCALLOPS

Pan Seared, Cauliflower Puree, Corn Chutney, Lobster-Champagne Sauce

US$36.00

RIBS

Smoked Whole OR Half Rack, Pomegranate Glaze, Choice of One Side

US$30.00

DELMARVA STEAM POT

Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Fish, Sausage, Sweet Corn, Baby Potatoes, Shellfish-Tomato Broth

US$28.00

SHELLFISH PENNE PASTA

Jumbo Shrimp, Scallops, Baby Spinach, Shitake Mushrooms, Rose-Parmesan Creme Sauce

US$29.00

COFFEE RUBBED SKIRT STEAK

Smoked Fingerling Potato Salad, Broccolini, Herb Garlic Butter

US$27.00

GRILLED MAHI MAHI

Jasmine Rice, Wilted Spinach, Mango Salsa, Red Pepper-Chili Gastrique

US$28.00

FRESH SEASONAL VEGETABLES

US$6.00

JASMINE RICE

US$5.00

SMOKED FINGERLING POTATO SALAD

US$6.00

DELAWARE CORN DODGERS

US$7.00

TATER TOTS OR FRIES

US$6.00

SWEET CORN ON THE COB

1 EAR/3 EARS

US$3.00

FRENCH BAGUETTE

US$3.00

SIDES

DESSERT

HOT FUDGE SUNDAE

Dewey's "STBF"... Coffee-Fudge Sauce, Espresso and Vanilla Ice Cream, Creme Chantilly

US$10.00

BANANAS FOSTER CREME BRULEE

US$10.00

FROZEN CHOCO-TACO

Caramel Waffle, Strawberry Gelato, Dark Chocolate, Macadamia Nuts

US$10.00