Legal Sea Foods - Harborside

4.6

5340 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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Legal Sea Foods was born in 1950 as a fish market in Inman Square, Cambridge that expanded in 1968 into a no-frills restaurant where guests sat on picnic tables. The first floor hull of Legal Harborside celebrates this heritage and features a casual restaurant and market.

Choose to eat at one of the picnic tables for an authentic throwback experience or grab a seat at the oyster bar and watch our shuckers at work (up to 14 varieties of oysters are offered daily). A large elliptical bar offers both wine and local beers on tap. Patio seating, along Boston's HarborWalk, affords a clear view of the Boston Fish Pier, the oldest working fish pier in the country, and the city skyline.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 14, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 99 times today

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Takeout

(617) 477-2900

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Sushi
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 477-2900
Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/restaurants/boston-harborside-30
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party contact
Shion Hara: (617) 530-9452

Location
270 Northern Ave., Boston, MA 02210
Neighborhood
Seaport
Parking details
Validation: $2/hr discount for up to 2 hours in the Park Lane Garage. Valet parking is available daily and during hours of operation for $21 with our validation stamp. Transient boat parking: Liberty Wharf Marina.Liberty Wharf Marina link: http://www.libertywharf.co/docks/reservations/
Public transit
Silver Line Way (Silver Line)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Oysters of the Day* **$3.00
Scorton Creek | Pemaquid | Blue Point | Wellfleet
Cape Cod Littleneck Clams* **$2.00
Colossal Naked Shrimp Cocktail**$17.00
Colossal Lump Crab Meat Cocktail**$17.00
Gulf of Maine Lobster**
Available in half | whole
- Market
Blackened Raw Tuna "Sashimi"* **$16.00
sesame chili vinaigrette, seaweed salad, wasabi

Starters

New England Clam Chowder
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$10.00
New England Fried Clams**
appetizer | roll | dinner plate, whole-bellied, sweet & petite
- Market
Legal's Signature Crab Cake$18.00
lump crab, mustard sauce, seasonal salad
Crispy Calamari**$16.00
regular or Rhode Island style (hot peppers and garlic)
Fish Tacos$14.00
crispy local whitefish, pickled red cabbage, avocado crema, pico de gallo
Buffalo Fried Oysters**$18.00
crispy fried, buffalo sauce, buttermilk blue cheese
Kung Pao Popcorn Shrimp$16.00
crispy rice noodles
Organic PEI Mussels**$17.00
prosciutto, lemon cream, grilled crusty bread or traditional garlic-butter broth
Bang Bang Cauliflower$12.00
kung pao sauce, crispy rice noodles

Crispy Fried

Choose our signature Gluten Free** breading or our Beer Batter with Samuel Adams Boston Lager®. Served with french fries and coleslaw

Colossal Naked Shrimp**$21.00
North Atlantic Sea Scallops**$25.00
Fisherman's Platter**$36.00
colossal naked shrimp, sea scallops, local catch & calamari
Beer Battered Fish & Chips$20.00
made with Samuel Adams Boston Lager®, locally-sourced by our good friend Tory Bramante

LTK

Our Chefs have been hard at work creating new fully composed dishes with some of our most popular seafood and new sides. Please share your feedback with your server or in our online survey!

Herb Crusted Organic Salmon*$26.00
farro asparagus salad, whole grain mustard beurre blanc
Yellow Fin Tuna Steak*$33.00
togarashi & sesame crusted, ponzu, sesame soba noodle salad
Grilled Swordfish Steak**$35.00
Castelvetrano olive tomato-caper relish, parsley red bliss potatoes
Seared Gulf of Maine Scallops**$26.00
sweet potato purée, bacon jam, pickled Fresno chile
Baked Lobster Mac & Cheese
one whole Gulf of Maine lobster, Vermont cheddar, buttered crumbs
- Market

Legal Classics

Legal's Signature Crab Cake Combo$33.00
lump crab cake, grilled shrimp, seared scallops, mustard sauce
Baked Stuffed Colossal Shrimp$31.00
signature lump crab stuffing, mustard beurre blanc, herbed rice pilaf
New England Baked Haddock - Anna's Way$22.00
buttered crumbs, stuffed tomato, herbed rice pilaf
Colossal Shrimp Scampi$24.00
linguini, tomato, sofrito, lemon cream
Gulf of Maine Lobster**
steamed or baked with shrimp & scallop stuffing, choice of two sides
- Market

From the Grill

Double R Ranch Filet Mignon* **$36.00
simply grilled, parsley buttered red bliss, grilled asparagus
Surf & Turf*
add to your filet mignon: Baked Stuffed Colossal Shrimp (2), Signature Crab Cake, Pan Seared Sea Scallops**
- add$14.00
Simply Grilled Fish* **
all of our fresh fish are available simply grilled over an open flame with your choice of two sides and preferred enhancement
- Market

Enhancements

no additional charge

Togarashi & Sesame Crusted**
Olive Tomato-Caper Relish**
Whole Grain Mustard Beurre Blanc**
Cajun Spice**
Herb Crusted**

Sandwiches & Salads

Half Pound Maine Lobster Roll**
warm butter-poached or traditional with lemon mayo, french fries & coleslaw
- Market
New England Crab Roll**
delicate New England crabmeat with mayo, french fries & coleslaw
- Market
Snake River Farms Wagyu Bacon Cheddar Burger* **$18.00
applewood smoked bacon, Vermont cheddar, lettuce, tomato, french fries & coleslaw
House Salad**$9.00
tomato, cucumber, carrot, sunflower seeds, mixed greens
Classic Caesar Salad**$9.00
romaine hearts, garlic croutons, shaved romano, creamy dressing

Top Salads with

Grilled or Cajun Chicken**$7.00
Grilled or Cajun Shrimp**$12.00
Grilled or Cajun Salmon* **$11.00
Grilled or Cajun Tuna* **$11.00
Lobster Salad or Crabmeat Salad**
- Market

Sides

Coleslaw**$3.00
Herbed Rice Pilaf$6.00
Farro Asparagus Salad$6.00
Steamed Broccoli**$6.00
Parsley-Buttered Red Bliss Potatoes**$6.00
French Fries**$6.00
Sesame Soba Noodle Salad$6.00
contains peanuts
Mashed Sweet Potato**$6.00
Broccoli au Gratin$8.00
Grilled Asparagus**$8.00

What 5,340 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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EastCoastGirl
New England
81 reviews
vip
3.0
81 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food4service3ambience2
We were seated in a very busy area. There were crackers on the floor that should have been cleaned before we sat. Table was dirty too …not a thorough cleaning. But I will say that the swordfish was excellent. Just wish they had better side choices.
S
Sammy
Toronto
49 reviews
vip
4.0
49 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great location by the water but difficult getting a taxi or Uber to come and get you. Delicious crab cakes and sushi. Good service.
SM
ScottM
New England
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service2ambience5
Nice water view and many menu choices. Service was just above poor - you ever feel like it's more about the wait staff than the customer?
QB
QueenB
Atlanta
81 reviews
vip
3.0
81 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service2ambience4
I was a little disappointed, our server seemed hurried, oysters not cleaned very well, lobster bisque disappointing.
JD
JudyD
New England
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food1service2ambience3
We made a reservation months in advance. We were sat on side of the building outside. My husbands dinner was served by someone else not our waiter . After 10 minutes our waiter said to me I’m sorry but they dropped your dinner & a new dinner will be out soon. My salmon was supposed to be well it was not served with cold couscous weird flavor. It was not a good meal at all. My husband had a salad w cold shrimp. Shrimp tasted fishy he said. We have gone here for years because it is so convenient for the concerts next door & we love the view. We won’t be back for the food.
s
sesalch
Austin
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Grace was awesome and friendly. The food was amazing. Best lobster ever!
RH
RowenaH
New England
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
The view is spectacular. Food and service were outstanding. But that White Sangria!!!!!!!!!!!! We had a great time.
SC
SteveC
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Everything was tasty but dinner was pricey, especially the oysters. Skip the chain place and find some quiet independent place. However if you do go, be sure to get the lobster bisque!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Unplanned - perfect setting
EP
EmilyP
Charlotte
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and yummy food. Large portions.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Kansas City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and really good service
JC
JoseCarlos67
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience: taste and quality of food, service, view, time.
DH
DianeH
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect!
JM
JimMrt
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love it here. Atmosphere, service and people. All perfect.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience2
We were a group of 10 and we couldn’t make the reservation for all of us, therefore we did two reservations of 5 each, asking them to sit altogether in one table or in two, one beside the other. They never replied to our request and when we arrived they told us that was not possible, and instead to try to find a solution the manager reacted with an unpleasant attitude. They finally sat us in a table at the entrance(not nice place at all) and food was good.
MM
MichaelM
Washington DC
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience4
It is very very clear to me after having been to legal seafoods dozens of times over the course of years that the restaurant has gone severely downhill after the corporate takeover from the family and while the hostess was very nice and the views and ambience on Seaport were terrific the service we experienced was one of the worst ever
DL
DanL
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything we had was fantastic and at a reasonable price.
AC
AnneCecile
New England
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always love to go to this location. Great food and the view is beautiful. The quality is always consistant 👍🏼
C
Cjcj
New England
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have a gluten allergy and was taken such good care of by the server Brian and the kitchen ! Beautiful scenery sitting outside in the deck … and delicious food (the heated gluten-free red rolls were delicious !)
C
Chicklet
New England
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the food, the drinks and most of all the view. Perfect dinner and a perfect night in Boston.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful outside atmosphere overlooking the water. Staff was very careful with my shellfish allergy which was much appreciated !! Excellent food
T
Trini
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, ambiance, weather, my company, and music was out of this world. Everything was excellent.
BA
BethA
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and location
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Friendly staff took us right on time. Waiter was super helpful with extensive menu. Good place
B
Billd
Detroit
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
We would of given the restaurant a 5 for overall, and ambience, but we were seated at a table that had a large post in front of it which obstructed our view of the water. There were multiple tables that remained unoccupied the whole time we were there that had unobstructed views of the water.
M
Michael
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just a pleasant visit to Boston for the day. Had a lovely time sitting by the bay enjoying our late lunch. We had a lovely waitress who hails from Ireland! Wish I’d remembered her name.
L
Lori
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience5
Food was just okay. Service was fine. Nice location.
DR
DrRick
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service (thanks Nikolas!, and excellent food on the terrace; weather and ambience conspired to make this a great culinary introduction to a classic Boston eatery!
WV
WVSki
New England
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The food, the views, the staff. Excellent! Thanks!
M
Mark
Washington DC
64 reviews
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful good, excellent service and great location - we’ll be back!!
TM
ToddM
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
Overall, good not great food with a nice view. Our server was great, but the hostess, Gabby, was incredibly rude. It is hard to believe an upscale restaurant would allow someone like Gabby to make patrons feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. This is especially the case when you have a reservation at a restaurant you plan on dropping $300 for lunch. If we weren't starving that day, we would have left for sure.
M
Minga
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Katherine from Dublin was so gracious and kind!
CG
CatherineG
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always first choice when at the Seaport, never a disappointment
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
The restaurant is okay, great view, but that shouldn’t justify the very overpriced items. If you don’t wanna be surprised, avoid items that say market on the price (you may get a $50 Mac and cheese)
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gorgeous views, great food and good service
DG
DianeG
New England
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience5
I made a reservation to take friends to this Legal Sea Foods after having delicious food and service at the Legal Seafoods near the Boston Opera House. While the views were fabulous, the food was so terrible that my friends did not eat much of it, and we refused doggie bags. How disappointing that the Legal Seafood quality is not across the board. If we go there again, I will just have drinks.
G
Gibby
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2022
overall4food5service1ambience4
Great food!!!! Service not so much. Very slow and forgetful. Will return but hopefully the service level will get better.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A highlight to our Boston Trtip. the view was amazing and Josh, our server was wonderful
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
I changed from 2 to 3 people about 30 minutes before the reservation and the restaurant did not have that update. They were still able to seat us with a harbor view table, which I had requested. One person was in a wheelchair but she did not need it to sit at the table. There was no convenient place to put the wheelchair.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2022
overall1food2service5ambience5
Oysters chucked poorly. Tuna not sashimi and over cooked.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Legal Sea Foods - Harborside using the Order Online button. Legal Sea Foods - Harborside also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 477-2900.

Legal Sea Foods - Harborside is rated 4.6 stars by 5340 OpenTable diners.

Legal Sea Foods - Harborside does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 14, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 99 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(617) 477-2900

Other options

Order online

Google Map for Legal Sea Foods - Harborside

270 Northern Ave., Boston, MA 02210

Additional information

Neighborhood
Seaport
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Validation: $2/hr discount for up to 2 hours in the Park Lane Garage. Valet parking is available daily and during hours of operation for $21 with our validation stamp. Transient boat parking: Liberty Wharf Marina.Liberty Wharf Marina link: http://www.libertywharf.co/docks/reservations/
Public transit
Silver Line Way (Silver Line)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/restaurants/boston-harborside-30
Phone number
(617) 477-2900
Private party contact
Shion Hara: (617) 530-9452

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Legal Sea Foods - Harborside

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

Gift card

Lobster Roll

Seafood Casserole

Crab Cake Sandwich

Raw Bar

Oysters of the Day* **$3.00

Cape Cod Littleneck Clams* **$2.00

Colossal Naked Shrimp Cocktail**$17.00

Colossal Lump Crab Meat Cocktail**$17.00

Gulf of Maine Lobster**

Blackened Raw Tuna "Sashimi"* **$16.00

Starters

New England Clam Chowder

New England Fried Clams**

Legal's Signature Crab Cake$18.00

Crispy Calamari**$16.00

Fish Tacos$14.00

Buffalo Fried Oysters**$18.00

Kung Pao Popcorn Shrimp$16.00

Organic PEI Mussels**$17.00

Bang Bang Cauliflower$12.00

Crispy Fried

Colossal Naked Shrimp**$21.00

North Atlantic Sea Scallops**$25.00

Fisherman's Platter**$36.00

Beer Battered Fish & Chips$20.00

LTK

Herb Crusted Organic Salmon*$26.00

Yellow Fin Tuna Steak*$33.00

Grilled Swordfish Steak**$35.00

Seared Gulf of Maine Scallops**$26.00

Baked Lobster Mac & Cheese

Legal Classics

Legal's Signature Crab Cake Combo$33.00

Baked Stuffed Colossal Shrimp$31.00

New England Baked Haddock - Anna's Way$22.00

Colossal Shrimp Scampi$24.00

Gulf of Maine Lobster**

From the Grill

Double R Ranch Filet Mignon* **$36.00

Surf & Turf*

Simply Grilled Fish* **

Enhancements

Togarashi & Sesame Crusted**

Olive Tomato-Caper Relish**

Whole Grain Mustard Beurre Blanc**

Cajun Spice**

Herb Crusted**

Sandwiches & Salads

Half Pound Maine Lobster Roll**

New England Crab Roll**

Snake River Farms Wagyu Bacon Cheddar Burger* **$18.00

House Salad**$9.00

Classic Caesar Salad**$9.00

Top Salads with

Grilled or Cajun Chicken**$7.00

Grilled or Cajun Shrimp**$12.00

Grilled or Cajun Salmon* **$11.00

Grilled or Cajun Tuna* **$11.00

Lobster Salad or Crabmeat Salad**

Sides

Coleslaw**$3.00

Herbed Rice Pilaf$6.00

Farro Asparagus Salad$6.00

Steamed Broccoli**$6.00

Parsley-Buttered Red Bliss Potatoes**$6.00

French Fries**$6.00

Sesame Soba Noodle Salad$6.00

Mashed Sweet Potato**$6.00

Broccoli au Gratin$8.00

Grilled Asparagus**$8.00

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