Chain Gang: Del Frisco's stone crab claws

Company description: "Once harvested, the claws are cooked fresh on the boat, then promptly chilled - never frozen - and flown fresh to the restaurants."

Chain: Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House.

Location: 15th and Chestnut streets.

Calories: Because it has fewer than 15 locations, the chain isn't required to provide nutrition information. But the Internet consensus seems to be 60 calories for 3 medium claws, which are 100 percent protein, with no fat or carbs.

Order time: 15 minutes.

Price: Three large claws are $30 (jumbos, $52); six are $56 ($86); and nine are $82 ($115). A combination of three large and three jumbo claws will set you back $75.

Review: Chain Gang doesn't usually splurge on swanky steak houses, but when Del Frisco's offered us an opportunity to taste their famous stone crab claws, available only between October and May, we had to take the plunge.

The claws, served hours after being caught off the coast of Florida, were truly "jumbo"- 3 inches long and brimming with sweet, juicy meat that didn't require much coaxing to pry out of the shell.

The claws' simple preparation brings out their full flavor, but the house-made mustard adds extra kick.

Summary: These claws are big enough for a personal entrée, but they also make a great appetizer for the table.