Introduction
Charlie Claw’s is the original Wasini Island restaurant. The gardens, ending in small sandy bays are shaded by old indigenous trees where you can find your own space to relax and unwind in privacy and comfort. The lazy lagoon pool is the only pool on the island. Here, you can wallow and cool off after a sumptuous lunch.
You can also swim in the deep water or sit immersed in one of the many nooks and crannies. It’s an open plan restaurant under a coconut palm roof overlooking the Indian Ocean and Wasini Channel. Relax in the casual atmosphere and be served by the cheery Charlie Claw’s team for whom nothing is ever too much. But don’t take our word, instead take a look at what our guests said.
“atmosphere THE BEST !!!” — Dabrova (POLAND)
“One of the best places in Africa” – Daniel Nomba (KENYA)
“Very good idyllic setting. Unspoilt & uncommercialised.” — Graham & Pat Oldfield (UK)“pleasant, relaxing, lovely pool.” – Tom & Karen (UK)
“don’t forget to check out the views from the pool!” – Johnathan & Rachel (SWEDEN)
“Excellent place! What a pool! Definite return…” — Shah family (KENYA)
“Pool a paradise” — Chaiara Cavatta (ITALY)
Fresh Seafood Everywhere
Lunch at the restaurant is always served using the freshest seafood – fish and crab, our specialty, and is brought daily to the beach by the fisherman who can be seen waving cheerily from their dugout canoes. The trading dhows from the East have for centuries influenced Swahili Coastal culture and the many cargos of spices have created interesting, mouthwatering dishes.
Our restaurant serves Swahili cuisine and all dishes — whether vegetarian, from the sea or from the land — have a hint or more of exotic spice. Don’t forget to take a look at our well-received Swahili Blue menu if you have a craving for Swahili-style cuisine. The many orchards and shambas (farms) of the coast also provide us with juicy exotic fruits. Our policy is to buy fresh and from the local farmer and fisherman. This way, you help us to provide an income to the local community. Somewhat naughtily — but careful not to influence the younger island generation on a predominately Muslim island of gentle folk — we are the only licensed restaurant on the island, and we specialize in making long, thirst-quenching cocktails for our guests.
“BEST MEAL EVER” — Mr Branton (USA)
“Gorgeous food. Lovely, relaxed setting.” — Mr & Mrs D Smith (UK)
“A lovely cool spot . The best crab anywhere” – John & Joyce Vaughan (KENYA)
“the place is very fine and the food very, very excellent !! Compliments to the kitchen crew!” — Stodelman (GERMANY)
If you’re ready to join us here on Kenya’s idyllic coast, take a look at our wide range of services and tour packages. Our attentive Charlie Claw’s team is ready to cater to all of your desires. In fact, our long list of satisfied customers is a testament to this fact.
