Legal Sea Foods - Harborside

Category: Seafood restaurant in Boston, Massachusetts

Address: 270 Northern Ave, Boston, MA 02210, USA

Phone: +16174772900

Opening hours

Sunday: 11:30AM–10PM

Monday: 11:30AM–10PM

Tuesday: 11:30AM–10PM

Wednesday: 11:30AM–10PM

Thursday: 11:30AM–10PM

Friday: 11:30AM–11PM

Saturday: 11:30AM–11PM

Reviews

Rawad Elias

Aug 18, 2022

** Review of Upstairs Restaurant ** AMAZING view, professional staff, but food isn’t very good. Ordered the clam chowder, firecracker sushi roll, and the rainbow sushi roll. Unfortunately the chowder wasn’t very flavourful, and the sushi didn’t taste fresh. The rice was dry and so was the seafood in it. Spoke with the host at the entrance of the main restaurant and he informed me that the upstairs has a different kitchen, and he didn’t seem too concerned when I informed him of our experience. The view of the harbour is absolutely stunning and that’s what earned them the extra star.

Victoria Vaden

Jul 23, 2022

I have very mixed feelings about Legal. They were highly recommended in blogs, YouTube videos, and from locals. But, I was slightly disappointed with our experience. First, the location is amazing, and we were seated near the water without having to wait though we were a large party. Everyone was amiable, and our waitress was very accommodating. However, our food was nothing to brag about (except the oysters were impeccable). As you'll see in the pictures, the cheeseburger I ordered from the kid's menu was not properly cooked and was still raw inside. The mac and cheese our friends ordered (also for a child) tasted “like aspirin” or rotten cheese. Our waitress and the manager came to apologize and refunded our money for both items, which were appreciated. But, as a tourist, this isn't an establishment that I would return to when we visit again.

Lana

Jun 22, 2022

Excellent food and great service. We could not get a reservation but the restaurant has a great amount of bar seats for walk in traffic. We were seated immediately and had some amazing food and drinks. This restaurant sits in the harbor and the atmosphere is very relaxed and comfortable. This was our first time in Boston and the first place we ate. It set a good tone for our visit.

Julie Judish

May 15, 2022

Our first time in Boston, first time at Legal. Maybe what I experienced is normal, I don't know. Coming from California, the prices are double what I would expect, SO you must be paying for atmosphere. This location is right on the water, and a pleasant breeze as we ate lunch made the bill more palatable. The food was good, but not $26 for fish n chips good. The burger was good but not $18 good. Like I said, maybe this is normal for Boston or just the New England area in general, I guess we will find out as we are here for 2 weeks! Server was attentive, we don't regret going, but we won't come back. Too expensive!

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Questions & Answers

Do they offer a kids menu ?

Angelique V | Aug 26, 2018
Andrew Gross Gaitan | Aug 26, 2018

Yes

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Can the kids really go fishing inside the restaurant?

Melissa Robinson | Aug 25, 2020
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Aug 25, 2020

Melissa, there isn't fishing, but we have a koi pond in the lobby of our restaurant and a "dock" where kids can stand and watch the fish swimming. It's fun!

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Do they have takeout?

Kathy Riley | Aug 25, 2020
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Aug 25, 2020

Yes, we offer take out.

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DO YOU ACCEPT LEGAL SEAFOOD GIFT CARDS ? CAN GIFT CARDS BE USED FOR ADULT BEVERAGES?

sergio rodriguez | Aug 26, 2019
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Aug 25, 2020

Yes, we do. You may redeem a Legal Sea Foods gift card for food and beverage.

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Do you take Apple Pay ?

Angie | Aug 4, 2022
Kristina Massey | Aug 4, 2022

Yes

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The New England clam chowder bowl is served in a bread bowl?

Manuel Andrade | Feb 26, 2022
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Feb 26, 2022

Hi Manuel! The Clam Chowder is not served in a bread bowl.

Do they have gluten free options? Particularly gf bread for a lobster roll?

Erin Moore | Feb 26, 2022
Gretchen Renaud | Feb 26, 2022

Truthfully I don't know

What time does the roof open on Saturday

joy malchodi | Nov 28, 2021
Kandi Hall | Nov 28, 2021

12pm - 11pm

Do you have to be 21 to have rooftop dining? Not a bar hop, a family meal, dining. Thank you.

Kimberly Christie | Sep 29, 2021
Zachary Williams | Oct 29, 2021

It didn't seem like that was a rule when I was there. But I got there for a late dinner, not a lot of young ones around

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Can you tell your boat up here and going to dine?

Elizabeth Lapointe | Aug 25, 2021
Chad Bowlin | Aug 25, 2021

Yes, they have a dock right next to the restaurant. It's not very big, so first come first serve

yes, I need to order a legal seafood gift card for Legal Seafood Harborside?

Willy Brennan | Aug 25, 2021
Shahrier Emon | Aug 25, 2021

If you need a gift card then sure buy one.

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I am looking to go tomorrow evening around 6:00 with some friends and can't find a table. Is there walk in availability/waitlist?

Dillon Williams | Aug 25, 2021
David Murphy | Aug 25, 2021

I went to the seaport and couldn't find a place for a late 4pm lunch without reservation. Got to walk into legal without delay and had a nice view of the harbor. Large parties or outdoor maybe best to call ahead but you can very likely walk in without issue and get a great meal

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What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Aug 24, 2022
Lorentz Etienne | Aug 25, 2021

Very safe and strict

Do you have good steaks too?

Monica septimio | Aug 25, 2021
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Aug 25, 2021

Monica, we do not currently offer meat - we mainly feature seafood, but also provide vegetarian options and grilled chicken on Floor 1. Our Floor 2 dining room is not yet open due to COVID 19, that menu featured several meat dinner entrees. Hope to see you soon! Thank you.

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Is there park?

marisa alves | Aug 25, 2021
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Aug 25, 2021

Marisa, there are many options for parking. Our validation will net you a $2/hr discount for up to 2 hours in the Park Lane Garage, across the street. (Pay the attendant at the parking booth to receive the discount.) Valet parking is available daily and during full hours of operation for $21 with our validation stamp. There's also metered parking available. And transient docking for boats is available in season at the Liberty Wharf Marina. Hope to see you soon!

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Can we bring a dog if sitting outside?

Matt Ackerman | Aug 25, 2021
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Aug 25, 2021

Matt, service animals are always welcome. Our patio is accessible both through the dining room and also around the outside of the building. Thank you for your inquiry, hope to see you soon!

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Can you bring a dog

Ann Corr | Aug 25, 2020
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Aug 25, 2020

Ann, we welcome all service animals. Hope to see you soon. Thank you.

Can you order 1st floor menu options on second floor?

EMMCG | Aug 25, 2020
roger best | Aug 25, 2020

Yep

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Is there Parking?

David Kelly | Aug 25, 2020
Kortney Reijh | Aug 25, 2020

I believe there are street side parking, didnt pay attention to if there were meters or not... and there is a parking lot but it is beside the harbor not directly by Legal Seafood. Hope this helps.

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Do they still have a separate oyster menu

Jennifer Reid | Aug 26, 2019
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside | Aug 25, 2020

Yes, we offer a separate oyster menu with up to 14 varieties.

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Do they have parking? Cost?

Scott Malin | Aug 26, 2019
Wayne Skutt | Aug 26, 2019

There is paid parking within a couple blocks. We walked about 4 blocks from our hotel.

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Does it have a View?

Dianne Davis | Aug 26, 2019
Alexandra Sulley | Aug 26, 2019

You have to book to get a table with a view.

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If my husband and I eat on the rooftop, what kind of dress code should we expect? Can he wear jeans?

Nicole Heyne | Aug 26, 2018
Roli Straub | Aug 26, 2018

Yes. Jeans an a polo or a shirts is perfecly fine. Enjoy 😋

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Do they accept legal seafood gift cards?

steve kailher | Aug 26, 2018
ALLAN KENNEY | Aug 26, 2018

Ditto!

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What is on your gluten free menu?

Kenneth Martin | Aug 26, 2018
Chris van Gorkom | Aug 26, 2018

Open their menu and look

Are there vegan options?

Michael McDougal | Aug 26, 2018
Nicole Christina | Aug 26, 2018

This is in regards to the roof deck! ----- i would look into it bc Im not vegan... BUT they have veggie sushi (sweet potatoe & i think a cucumber maybe?) plus i want to say a see weed salad and edimame!!

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