We believe that the messiest meals are the tastiest! If you’re not reaching for a roll of paper towels, a wet wipe or two, and wiping your mouth with the back of your hand, then you’re doing it wrong!

We were left licking our fingers after the tantalising meal we had at CLAW BBQ DOHA at the DoubleTree by Hilton Doha – Old Town. This American spot is a sports fanatics dream; large TVs, flowing drinks, and great food! We may not be into sports, but we are into food, so we had to stop by. The energy in the brick-walled room was bursting with life; full of laughter, conversations, and spirited vibes.

We weren’t interested in the games playing but fell into the mob mentality when the cheers would arise, and frankly, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. After placing our orders, we were given sanitised cutlery in individually wrapped plates and some antiseptic wipes. Little did we know we’d be needing more of these wipes as we went on with our meal, so be sure to ask for extras. We started off with two popular appetisers; their Nacho Libre and Claw Wings tossed in sweet BBQ sauce. The nachos were enough to feed a party, bathed in cheese and jalapenos, super crunchy and delicious.

The wings were doused in a delicious sauce and perfectly cooked, the kinds of wings you’d crave in the middle of the night. Eating them was definitely not our most dignified hour. We tried to strategically place the wing between our hands, in the optimal scarfing position, but there was no stopping that BBQ sauce. We really made use of the napkins and wipes! For our mains, we ordered the BBQ Beef Short Ribs and the King Crab! The ribs cut like butter, if not softer. Truly mouthwatering! We’d recommend eating the ribs while they’re hot, so they retain that warmth and flavour.

No one likes cold ribs. We didn’t think things could get better until we went for the crab. The crab came in a large bucket full of roasted potatoes and corn cobs and an assortment of tools and gloves for each of us. Any food that requires more than one type of utensil to eat is bound to be no walk in the park, especially when those utensils include, um… a MALLET. We had so much fun cracking and taking the crab apart, definitely a fun-filled meal. We smashed, cracked, pulled, and ate to our heart’s desire. The crab meat was soft, silky, and had a subtle sweetness, making it a delectable savoury treat. The large legs had enough meat for two, so we’d recommend sharing this entree.

This was all paired with a pitcher of their peachy Claw Iced Tea. We’re very particular about our tea, hot or cold, so trust us when we say this was one of the best we’d had in Doha. Not all foods are meant to be eaten with a knife and fork, sometimes you just need to use your hands for the whole experience – so you’ll have to forget about appearing well-mannered here. Claw BBQ is great for a fun-filled night with food and drinks with friends, and we’ll definitely be coming by again! ✤

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