From a small food stall to a celebrated Soho restaurant, CLAW brings the best of British seafood to the heart of London.
CLAW’s journey began in 2015 when founder Fabian Clark discovered that nearly 80% of Britain’s crab was being exported. Inspired by this, he launched CLAW—not just a restaurant, but a celebration of British seafood and a testament to sustainable, innovative dining.
Reflecting the restaurant’s origins, we designed a space that supports an informal, social dining experience without sacrificing comfort and privacy. The open kitchen, bar seating, and strategically placed drink stations encourage interaction among guests, staff, and the culinary process. This setup fosters a lively, unpretentious atmosphere, while careful attention to lighting, acoustics, and space divisions ensures customers can enjoy intimacy amidst the activity.
The interiors acknowledge CLAW’s marine-focused menu while fitting seamlessly into the the urban hub of Carnaby’s dining and shopping scene. Achieving this balance with sustainable, humble materials was key. Carved plaster forms a seafood-themed art installation, illuminated metal mesh adds depth and serves as strategic screening, and simple illuminated glass spheres, resembling abstracted buoys, enliven the front façade and generate interest and activity. Out-of-the-box thinking was essential for this project.
With fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences, CLAW is now a cherished part of London’s vibrant food scene.
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