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    The Barking Claw

    4.8 (147 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Spicy and regular lobster rolls
    Apex S.

    What do I say about these lobster rolls? Large chunks of lobster flesh, juicy and fresh, so tasty. The buns were filled sufficiently with lobster. I liked that they were innovative in the varieties available. Everyone loved the spicy roll though it wasn't super spicy which was great. The relish and sauce is a great touch. The ambiance is a little bit of a let down because we were in a parking lot where these were sold under a tent and we ate them using the trunk of our car as the table. It would be nice if they added some tables, chairs, and umbrellas. The customer service is very friendly. It was basically run by high schoolers who prepared the roll very expertly!

    Barking Claw serves the best lobster roll in New England and, therefore, the world. You can find Tom and his crew parked out front of Grumpy's Pub in Falmouth every day all summer, with additional appearances around town like the Beach Breeze on some evenings and the Falmouth bandshell for big events. No one else serves a spicy lobster roll like this, with tomatillo salsa and spicy mayonnaise mixed in with a generous serving of lobster meat on a butter toasted bun. Barking Claw's rolls are extremely affordable compared to most of the overpriced and forgettable lobster rolls you'll find elsewhere in the region, and, like an authentic cape lunch spot, they offer Cape Cod Potato Chips as an add-on. My family are diehard fans of Barking Claw, typically buying one of the first lobster rolls of the season and we're some of the last customers before the cold weather arrives. So we were delighted when Tom accepted our proposal to cater our rehearsal dinner in my parents' backyard in August. He set up in our driveway and he and his staff served our 50 guests all the spicy and regular lobster rolls they could handle, in addition to stuffed quahogs (a New England favorite) and a delicious selection of salads and side dishes we worked on together to come up with. He even found a way to include the previously retired salmon-bacon BLT sandwiches on the menu. Barking Claw has become a Cape Cod staple, so go see what all the hype is about!

    This is The Barking Claw Kitchen
    Mark H.

    Two hardworking youngsters working in a pop-up / food truck setting .... Slinging the tastiest lobster roll I've had in quite some time. No real seating unless you are lucky enough to score the one picnic bench we saw - but you will down this lobster roll so fast that it doesn't really matter. Great service ... love the buttered and browned bun. The portions are still on the small side (hard to call 6 oz of lobster a "jumbo" - but they do). But compared to other lobster rolls you will find elsewhere, it's not bad value. My wife and I split that "jumbo" as a first-course light lunch and really enjoyed it. We will definitely be back !

    Spicy lobster roll
    Joy G.

    Amazing. The spicy lobster roll is the best lobster roll I've ever had, bar none. Loaded with chunks of lobster meat inside a buttered, toasted roll, topped with jalapeño relish and spicy mayo. My husband and I got the jumbo lobster roll and a regular sized spicy version, then agreed after consuming both that we absolutely needed to get another spicy one. A must-stop if you're in Falmouth or if you're strolling through the bikeway. The menu is limited, just lobster rolls and hot dogs. But I love a place that does a few things spectacularly well. They've nailed the formula. I sometimes find lobster rolls to be a bit too bread-y but this one gloriously enhanced all the meat and was beautifully toasted, with no overwhelming butter left on your fingers. At one point, my husband dropped a ginormous chunk of lobster onto the grass where we were eating and I seriously considered abiding by the two second rule and popping it back into my mouth. Barking Claw is quite literally a stand by the side of the road (a tent, a cooler, and some grills churning out the magic) with one picnic table set up in the grassy area when we visited. When we came on a Sunday, there was an endless parade of cars coming in and out of the lot. The girls working the stand were so nice and one of them brought over our food when it was ready. If you're biking over from the Shining Sea Bikeway, it's only a few minutes away and you can stick to the sidewalk to avoid the cars.

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    Brandi G.

    Stumbled across this little gem while my visit in Falmouth Massachusetts. Gotta love supporting mom and pop shops. This cute little food stand on the side of the road definitely hit the spot when looking for a lobster roll. Got to sit and talk with the owner and what an awesome guy. Takes pride in his food. Orders, quality product. He sells everything from hotdogs, to andouille sausage, to lobster bisque, and of course this delicious lobster roll ($28) that I had. I got a half spicy half regular, and the spice was just the right hint. He tells me on certain days he makes homemade lobster bisque and I'm sad I'll be missing that. Thanks for the good talk and the delicious food. If I ever get back from Vegas, I'll definitely stop bye

    Spicy lobster roll
    Hana M.

    Delish lobster rolls! I got the spicy one which wasn't super spicy, but it was super flavorful. It was amazing and I would definitely go back! Just fyi, it's just a cart and one picnic table.

    Jumbo Lobster roll, half regular half spicy

    Of all the places we tried for lobster rolls during our 4 day cape trip, this was by far our favorite. Family run business, fantastic roll. Got the jumbo and they did half spicy half regular. Both sides were outstanding. We drove 40 min to try this place and it was well worth it. Don't let the fact that it's a truck in a parking lot deter you!!!

    Regular Lobster Roll
    Jeff A.

    We were the last customer of the day as we ordered the last lobster roll for the day. The lobster roll was very good. We sat under a big shade tree next to the parking lot and enjoyed the beautiful weather. The staff was so nice and chatted with us for a bit before offering us their last hot dog of the day as they were going to be closing shop. Definitely worth the stop. Make sure to come early as they do sell out! We got lucky!

    Regular jumbo size

    One of the best lobster roll I had in a while. Simple ingredients showcasing the main dish. Lobster meat was served cold with piece of lettuce for crunch and served with warm buttered bun. Ordered the regular jumbo size ($36) and shared with hubby. My only complaint was that the jumbo size didn't live up to its name. Should be overflowing with lobster meat! I regretted sharing with hubby!

    Jumbo Roll
    Laura N.

    Owner reached out to let me know there was a mix up for my order and I actually received a traditional roll instead of a jumbo roll and gave me a refund. Greatly appreciate the honest business practice and good customer service. We will be back next time we are in Falmouth. One picnic table for eating and is mainly a take out place.

    Jumbo lobster roll.
    J J.

    Delicious lobster rolls and hotdogs. Great service. Had a nice table in the grass for us to eat at

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    7 years ago

    Great roadside cart with excellent lobster rolls in the parking lot of Grumpy's Pub. To me, the best no frills lobster roll.

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    6 years ago

    This was the most fresh lobster that I've ever tasted. Reasonable prices, fresh tasty lobster, what's not to love?

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    6 years ago

    Spice lobster roll was amazing! Can't miss if around Falmouth (and worth the trip if not around Falmouth)

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    I tried the spicy lobster roll and it was excellent. Not the biggest roll I have ever had, but definitely the tastiest.

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    This is a must for lobster rolls in Falmouth! Great local feel and awesome service. The spicy lobster roll is next level

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    12 years ago

    It's totally legit and delicious. Reasonable at $15 a lobster roll. Get one to go and head to The Knob for a view while eating.

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    I bought a hot dog that was overpriced and big beans on a chilidog is not smart. I would never go back.

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    7 years ago

    It was a incredible surprise! Very tasteful and real lobster! Totally recomend! I never do reviews, but this one needs to be share!

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    5 years ago

    so baller... the spicy roll gave me those westcoast vibez

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    Ask the Community - The Barking Claw

    Best place to get fried clams around Falmouth MA?

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    Where do we get the next best lobster roll since you will be closed when we arrive in October (4th thru 11th)?

    Chart room Cataumet -Thursday - Sunday Quahog republic Seafood Sam’s… 

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    We were looking for brunch. I guess breakfast ends at 11 on Saturday…read more Fortunately, I had a Cape Cod Rubin (with Haddock). It was amazing. I just couldn't stop talking about it. I will come back here for sure for the outstanding combination of flavors. My boyfriend had delicious the meatloaf sandwich. The staff was extra friendly. Highly recommended!

    Stopped in for lunch on a whim while driving through Falmouth. Biggest problem was finding…read moreparking. Both lots were full so we waited for a spot to open up. Our server was pleasant enough and the small restaurant was cute. Bar, hightop, booth and table seating are available. I ordered the fish and chips while my wife ordered the fish tacos with sweet potato fries. The fish tacos were very good but had too much cilantro but the taste was very fresh. My fish and chips was excellent. The fish was cooked perfectly, flaky and still glistening. The batter was crispy and was thicker than tempura but thinner than beer batter. The only issue was a fairly small portion size. My wife had the same amount of fish on her tacos. We did have dessert, which was unusual for us. My pecan pie was extremely well done and had a wonderful flavor. Only way to make it better would be to serve it cold, not room temperature...but that's just personal preference. My wife got the tapioca pudding, which was a little less successfully prepared. The texture wasn't bad, it was served cold but had to option to be heated and the serving size was good. It just didn'tdidnt have much flavor...tasted more like a custard, but it was even bland for that. Over all? Very positive experience and we will be back

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