The Blu Claw

Our neighborhood had Food Truck Friday and The Blu Claw was here. We had other choices as well but i really wanted to try the Caribbean Jerk chicken tacos. My back-up plan was going to be their crabcake sandwich. Spoiler...they were very good. A unique flavor of spices and Caribbean cabbage on flour tortillas. $4 each or two plus fries for $10. Food was worth it although the crabcakes and other offerings are pricey. The real problem was the long wait. I waited an actual 20 minutes in line just to order. My wife and daughter were in line at another food truck and waited, ordered, and got their food and i hadn't even gotten up to order yet. I was only forth person back. Then as i ordered they ran out of jerk chicken but luckily they said they had enough for mine and then cut off orders for jerk chicken. Then it was at least another 20 minutes before i got my food. I would recommend the food and the people were nice. If its a casual night and not in a hurry give it a try. They would be a solid 4 stars if not for the wait. Maybe next time i will try the crabcakes and maybe a 5 star rating.

I would probably try this place again if it were for the crab cakes. I went for the curry shrimp and although the shrimp was fresh, the whole meal lacked a lot of flavor. Definitely not good Caribbean in my book.

Time is of the essence they say. Well only visit this truck if you have the time. I love the idea of having a little wait when I eat somewhere. Usually point to the direction and freshness and deliciously hot food. Well the wait here came with freshness but it wasn't all of what I expected. The mini crab cakes tasted great but nothing was hot. That was my biggest pet peeve. I waited in line to order about 30 minutes (there were maybe 7 people in from of me). Waited for my food for another 10. Took the not even 5 minute walk back up to my desk... cold food. The hushpuppies were the hottest item. Cabbage and rice and beans were missing some umph to make them good. It was just okay. Might try again... not sure.And although this didn't happen to me quite a few people came down ordering the brown stew chicken. I guess it was posted online as them having it but they only have what's on the board. Slight miscommunication but I heard at least 3 people trying to order it.

Hop on the "The Blu Claw Train" and you'll enjoy this Caribbean Cuisine ride! The menu offerings include Curry Shrimp, Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken and the Crab Cake Platters - all looking mighty delicious but saving for another visit!I had a small plates lunch of their specials: jerk wings and the Maryland Crab soup - both flavorful and delicious with ample portions! On my list to check out their platter offerings next time they make the Greystone Park stop!

Curry shrimp with peas and rice and seasoned cabbage. Single crab cake. The shrimp and rice was heavy in curry flavor but not very flavorful. Three shrimp was pump and tasty but I hate having to physically remove the tails to eat the rice dish. The main star of this dish is the crab cake. Oh my gawd. That's the reason for stopping there. I tried to eat it in little bites.

Crab cakes anyone? Yes, please! This review is ONLY ON THE CRAB CAKES! The Blu Claw showed up at the apartments on food truck Wednesday. Since hubby & I are Keto-ing, I wanted to make sure the crab cakes didn't have breading or fillers. I know, I know...crab cakes with no breading or filler you say? Well, luckily--No on the breading.No on the fillers. AndNot fried but BROILED! WHAAAT??? The lady said, "I'm a Maryland girl...I don't bother with fillers and stuff like that!" Ok...I'll take 2 please!The portions seemed small and pricey for 2 cakes as you can see from the pics, however, they were hot (temperature hot), fresh lump crab meat (probably market price) and the accompanying sauce was the perfect combination of yumminess! Hope the Blu Claw truck returns on another food truck Wednesday!

Honestly, I feel like the Blu Claw deserves 3.5 out of 5 stars. The first time I had them I felt like it wasn't really worth it. But since since they've improved a bit so I feel like four stars is pretty good.I feel that if one were to spend more for one of their entrees, then it really is worth it. The first time I had them I got the mini sampler, and despite how good the crab cakes were, I felt it was not worth the amount I paid for them. For that one I wanted to add extra hush puppies and for 7 bucks I got 4 hush puppies and one itty bitty crab cake. Was not worth it and for me I would've gave them 2 stars because service was good and friendly. When they came to my work place again I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt and gave it another go. This time I decided to get the trio of crab cakes with hush puppies as a side. Still pricey, but a better deal. And another time I got the crab ball sampler, which came with two crab balls, hush puppies and two sides of your choice. It was the most expensive of the three times, but I felt this one I got more bang for my buck. Obviously Blu Claw is pricey because of good quality lump crabmeat that they use in their crab cakes. I like that you do get a lot of meat in each cake so that you can really taste it, and the balance of spices and other ingredients in the crab cake is perfect. Service is very good; very friendly folks and the time it takes from ordering to receiving is typical when ordering from a good truck.I do like Blu Claw and will get them from time to time if I'm in the mood for some crab cakes and don't mind spending a bit to satisfy my cravings.

Pricey but worth every penny!The Blu Claw specializes in crab cakes and Caribbean food. This was my first visit and I was not disappointed. I ordered the crab ball sampler, which came with two mini crab balls, two sides, and two hush puppies. The mini crab balls were UNBELIEVABLE. Another reviewer said there was no filler and I was skeptical, but, sure enough, there was absolutely no breading or filler in there just lump crab meat. The crab balls are broiled, which is how they stay together. I highly recommend asking for an extra sauce and grabbing a spoon to eat them with. The cabbage was DEVINE and had so much flavor without being over powering. The crab soup was also a great addition to my lunch with this cold weather. To me the only real negatives is the cup of soup was very, very small and the Mac and cheese left a lot to be desired. I've included a picture with a soda bottle for size comparison. Overall, a great lunch spot with really high quality ingredients and obviously homemade food.

Best crab cakes I've had in Jax!! Broiled, not fried and full of crab meat (very little filler). Also, their remoulade sauce served on the side was very tasty! I'll be back next time I see them!!!

The 3 Crab Balls and side of cabbage were very tasty. However, the price seems a bit high for the portion. I would definitely try them again.