I enjoy trying new places, new adventures and my friend has parking karma and found street parking around the corner. This restaurant is located next to Miharu Ice Cream on Telegraph and William Street in Uptown Oakland. My friends and I walked in and liked the bright decor and cozy booth that we were seated in. The server was friendly and attentive and we took our time deciding what to order to share. We ordered fried clams with garlic fries, creamy shrimp noodle, crabcakes, a bag of mussels and crawfish, chicken wings with soy garlic sauce and a side of 50/50, peach lemonade, mango lemonade and strawberry lemonade which wasn't too sweet. We were given bibs and gloves and had a blast eating with our fingers for the shellfish. My favorites were the tasty crabcakes and mussels. For dessert, we had tiramisu and chocolate lava cake (nice and warm). The space is cozy and clean. Would come back to try other items on the menu! read more

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This will be short and sweet. Th three of us in our party each ordered seafood boils. Two of us had shrimp and the other guy had snow crab clusters. We all had the 50/50 sauce, the shrimp boils were medium heat and the crab was mild. Everything was really good flavor. The service was good and attentive. Pricing was a little high, but it is California! Ambiance was nice, the place is new, only open about 4 months. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

Sonphi very kind server Ariya was also The food was fresh came out Hot we ordered a mix and match and calamari Appetizer. The seafood was fresh,potatoes were tender I didn't like the sausage. And the season So I give it 7/10 read more

The shrimp, clams, and crawfish were all really good. The sauce was a little sweet if that's your preference if you don't mind that. We'll probably ask for a little spicier sauce next time. The noodles also were really amazing. We ate everything! The food initially came out really fast but then customers started coming in so it's important to use the call bell that's assigned to each table. Some people were at the bar area just to get drinks so it's good this place has different options. I'll definitely come back again. read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

I visited Cajun Claws in Oakland, CA [1951 Telegraph Ave] on Saturday, 03/28/26, around 7 PM. I was honored to come to this restaurant during the soft opening. For dinner, I ordered the "Boil Your Catch" option, which allowed me to customize a seafood boil bag. I got the 1lb of shrimp peeled off with the 50/50 sauce (garlic butter sauce + cajun sauce), medium as the spicy level ("Cajun Current"), sausage, potatoes, and corn. I must say that the sauce was extremely flavorful and complemented all of the fixings of the bag. My taste buds were dancing and I was completely satisfied with the overall taste. The service met expectations. I had the pleasure of being served by Dipesh. Dipesh was super attentive, sweet, and kind. I loved his friendly disposition and hospitality, which enhanced the entire dining experience even more! I was able to take a photo with him, too! The indoor ambiance was beautiful. I loved the spectacular decorations. The inside just had a modern take and it was just so inviting in general. Thank you, Cajun Claws, for the incredible food, marvelous service, and a positively energetic team of people. I will be returning here whenever I find myself in the Bay Area again. read more

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Uptown, just a block up from Fox Theatre has a new place to eat in what used to be Roam Burgers and a Nashville Style Chicken Restaurant. Cajun Clams specializes in seafood. My review is based on my lunch order of the Shrimp Po' Boy sandwich. The sandwich, which comes with a choice of fries (regular, Cajun style, and shrimp style). I had the Cajun style fries and they pretty much tasted bland like salty fries. They weren't bad but I would have expected a stronger Cajun flavor (3/5). The Shrimp Po' Sandwich on the other hand was very good. The fried shrimps were lightly battered and they were decent sized shrimps. (5/5). This place is new and as you can see has a nice fresh looking interior. Service is reliable and friendly. Look forward to coming here again and trying their other dishes. read more

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We came here with our boys to have a nice lunch together. The 2 ladies working up front were very friendly and very helpful. The place is clean and has a nice atmosphere. There were couples and families there. So, it's a good place for a date or a get together. The food was very good. We'll be going back soon. read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Happy birthday son. Great lunch choice. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

Amazing seafood boil! The crab and shrimp were super fresh, cooked perfectly, and soaked in incredible, bold seasoning. Quick service and great vibes in Uptown Oakland. second time read more

This place is cute a little hole in the wall restaurant. Dim lighting and a bar I like that they had the table set as if you would do a big seafood boil sharing. The waiter was sweet suggested items. I got shrimp bowl with sausage and potatoes over rice omg it was awesome I'm never had a thing like it. It was like a dry rub gumbo if you get my drift. I will definitely be back. I was doing work next door at coffee shop and my coworker and I came here. read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Menu - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

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Food was great but positives stop there! Unfortunately, I will not be returning due to shady business practices and hygiene issues. Server and manager did not the 10% off honor happy hour discount despite their advertisement on a board outside the restaurant AND IG flyer. They claimed that a "physical flyer" was needed but there was no mention of this on their restaurant sign nor IG. Also, one employee said she would apply it prior to us ordering but was later overridden by other people right when we were about to pay. Also, there is a weird dirty water smell and flies/mosquitos that bothered us while we were eating. Awful customer experience for such a new restaurant. Will not be returning. read more

Food: 8/10. The seafood was good, the 50/50 sauce in medium spice level was really good. We also ordered fries and rice as sides. The only downside was when the boil came out, it didn't have much sauce on it. Thus, I recommend ordering an extra side of sauce. Service: 10/10, the staff were really attentive and checked in on our party plenty of times. Food also came out relatively quickly. Ambiance: 9/10, typical crab boil interior. Nothing special. I will note that the inside was very clean. read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Shrimp boil with side of corn in 50/50 sauce, medium spice. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

Waitresses are great food was awesome nine out of 10 highly recommend Food is so delicious read more

This is my 2nd time here and this is the best crab place in the East Bay. Sonphi made me and my husband the best shots. I had a Bayou Boil which came in Watermelon but Sonphi let me substitute it for Strawberry! Soo good! The crab cakes are crispy and well seasoned. The crab sauce was so good and the crab legs were fresh, not frozen. I've been to every crab place in the bay and this is my go to spot! read more

Saturday evening I've decided to give this spot another chance since found this place to have its own potential but boy i was wrong. I've placed an order online for mix and match along with other items but soon realized that it's be more worth to order a combo if I were going to add additional toppings such as corn, potatoes, and sausage. I'm not upset at the woman who took my phone order that could've recommended me the combo instead of my individual orders. I called back within seconds after my order and I was connected I told the manager that lied to us about being unable to accommodate us, which is surprising. I've worked as a server for over 10 years, and his behavior was absurd--being unprofessional on the phone, then only offering a 10% discount for over $20 in additional toppings, which now raises red flags about management's training. I don't feel comfortable dining here given potential food safety issues and the restaurant's incomplete setup, despite ordering takeout for months. I wanted to support this new Cajun boil spot, but it's underwhelming, and I prefer going to San Jose. I've traveled across states for seafood boils, and this experience is disappointing, especially in today's economy. Charging $72 for 2 lbs of shrimp with only a 10% discount is frustrating. He claims a $10 credit for the next visit, but that's just 10%--which implies spending $100. Honestly, I won't be coming back. read more

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Cajun Claws is new to downtown Oakland so we decided to give it a try. The shrimp rice bowl was surprisingly delicious. The boil bag was quite tasty. I loved the sausage! I would definitely go back read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Shrimp, crawfish, corn. Potatoes and sausage - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

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Came here to celebrate Father's Day. Ordered two All In One Bags and two Cajun Claw Linguine Noodles for 4 adults. The 50/50 seasoning was very good and had a good balance of that garlicky and Cajun flavor. The staff was very attentive and accommodating and helped us navigate the menu as it was our first time at a seafood boil as a family. The decor and lighting in the evening looks a lot better in person than the photos on Yelp so It ended up being a great spot for a family dinner. Definitely will have to return another time. read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Cajun Claw Linguine noodles - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

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First and last time eating food from this place. We ordered the shrimp basket and the fish basket along with a side of mac & cheese. Sadly, what they call the "Cajun " seasoning did not taste Cajun AT ALL. It just tasted like some sort of uninspired seasoning mix with way too much sugar that they use on everything. Sugar seasoning on the fried fish, sugar seasoning on the fried shrimp and the same sugar seasoning on the curly fries. Thank goodness we ordered the mac & cheese because everything else went in the compost. The actual fish was tasteless, and the breading on the fish and shrimp was awful. This is lazy and uninspired cooking. read more

delicious seafood boil! Sonphi, our server was attentive to us and catered to our needs! loved how busy it was and great vibes. they even gave us store credit for our next trip. will definitely be returning read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

probably the best seafood boil place ive ever had. awesome sauce. awesome customer service read more

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Very good food!! The staff and atmosphere are always very nice!! So far, I have had the shrimp basket with Cajun fries, the crab boil, the shrimp and rice bowl. and the chicken wings and I was never disappointed. You should definitely check it out!! read more

Super good food enjoyed eating here,the waiters were nice and patient with us . It was really good, flavorful, and m beset good service

The food was amazing and the service was even better!! I recommend this place for anyone wanting a cool dining experie With no flak!

Glad we stopped by at this location. Everything we had was fantastic. The service went smooth and was welcomed the moment we stepped in. Our waitress was kind and attentive. This was all during Saturday lunch. My friend and I will be coming back again. We ordered the all in one bag to share with each other. read more

Food was amazing. Service was quick and attentive without being too much and the owners clearly care about the establishment and the quality of their food and setting. read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - There was a pound of shrimp where this used to be - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

So good when I tell you very season seasons, perfection not overly season not to under season the good quantities I'm talking about more than you can finish. Customer service is amazing. They're very polite. Sonphi & Aariya made me feel so welcomed!! You don't have to wait on anybody. You have a button on your table that you could call for somebody to come serve you you don't have to ask for the bill you push a button. The bill is brought to you. The ambience is amazing. You feel like you're really at a pirate ship or something. It's like all the crabs on the wall and the net just gives a good feeling that you're really in the Bayou eating some good seafood boil I'll go try them out. Went twice this week !!! Try the GUMBO!! read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Gumbo / Crab boil / bayou combo platter - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

Great service, great food, quick, staff is super nice. Lots of food the sauces make it. Won't disappoint. read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

I enjoyed the service and the ambiance. However, I look forward to tasting other sauces. The chicken wings were good.

Amazing and delicious brand new spot in downtown Oakland ! Come check them out! Really sweet staff and owners!!

We ordered a build ur own boil with crab, 1/2 lb shrimp, sausage and corn with 50/50 sauce. Mouth watering!!!! Staff was nice read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Boil with crab, sausage, potatoes, corn and shrimp 50/50 sauce mild - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

Service is amazing!! They are so attentive and sweet. Good vibe. Food was delicious -- got the all in one combo bag and it was more than enough for two of us. Corn was a bit overcooked but overall such a fun experience read more

Great! Needed to ask for spicier but sauce was amazing already! Not too thick not too thin! loved it. read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

Seafood boil here is really good. I got the all-in-one and the claws loaded family combos and it was so much food for a party of 4. The 50/50 sauce mix and mild spice are the best for general parties, unless you like the spice. All the seafood was fresh and well-seasoned as well. Loved the mussels and crawfish in our bags. The ambience inside is really nice as well, very calm and a nice view of downtown Oakland. The staff here are really attentive and sweet as well and very accommodating to all requests. Highly recommend coming here, especially if you're local to east bay. It's extremely worth it for the portion sizes you get. read more

My partner and I ate here for dinner earlier this evening. We shared the crab cakes and the street corn; my entree was the gumbo and hers was a mildly spicy 1 lb mix of Cajun sauced shrimp and crawfish. All of the food was excellent: the seasoning mix on the corn was flavorful; the crab cakes had a perfect crunch that complimented the soft crab well; the Cajun sauce on the shellfish was a great mix of savory and spicy; and the gumbo was tasty, filling, and satisfying. The strawberry lemonade was tasty as well but a little too sweet. Overall, a great dining experience - highly recommend if you are in/near Oakland and craving Cajun seafood! read more

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This is a newly open restaurant just few 2-3 months ago (2026) For the same money,the amount or potions of food compare to other Cajun restaurants is less here. But I like the Cajun sauces here, taste better. read more

Glad to have a good sea food boil place close by! Super friendly Staffa and good food

Absolutely amazing service and food! We had the most amazing waiter (Sonphi). Even offered to take a picture of me and my partner and went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of! Definitely comin back for more! -Kyle read more

Cajun Claws Seafood Boil House - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Oakland, California

Well!!! Definitely pleasantly surprised with the food! Staff was helpful and friendly for a first timer, portions were great, and they got the Coke Zero to wash down that spicy Cajun butter. The flavors were amazing- 1/2 garlic butter with spicy sauce. Got the 1/2 lb of all ocean deliciousness, and the shrimp po boy with Cajun fries- everything was executed well! Will definitely be coming back for a treat myself Sunday. read more

Friendly staff and delicious food, top tier customer service. We will definitely be back. very clean inside. read more

Service was fast and very professional. The food was very hot and it didn't take long to be presented at the table.

I haven't been to a crab boil in years because the lines are insanely long. But a 3 pm dinner on Sunday worked out fine. Great food, friendly staff. Highly recommend read more