Legal C Bar - Dedham

4.4

3030 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 25 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for business meals
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Situated in Dedham's Legacy Place, our restaurant features two bars, booth seating, table dining, and a patio for warm-weather enjoyment. Savor Legal favorites such as Lobster Rolls or try a new twist on one of our classic dishes, available for dine-in or take it home with Legal to-go. Enjoy local favorites, including Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 11:30 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(781) 234-6500
Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/dedham-legal-c-bar-legacy-place/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Celebrate a special occasion or plan your next meeting with us. We customize every menu and finishing detail. Here at Legal C Bar, we can accommodate up to 50 people for a cocktail reception on our mezzanine or up to 35 guests for a sit down dinner in our semi-private dining room.
Private party contact
Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432

Location
736 Legacy Place, Dedham, MA 02026
Neighbourhood
Dedham
Cross Street
Rustcraft Road
Parking details
Land a parking spot in the lot right in front of our door.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Dine Out Boston
Feb 23, 2025 - Mar 15, 2025
Join us for Dine Out Boston from February 23rd – March 15th, 2025! Feast on a 3-course prix fixe lunch menu for $32 or a 3-course dinner menu for just $46. Enjoy favorites like our famous New England Clam Chowder, Fish & Chips, Shrimp Scampi, Nori Chili Crusted Salmon, Sirloin Tips, Boston Cream Pie, and more. View menus and learn more at https://www.legalseafoods.com/whats-on/dine-out-boston/

Popular dishes

EDAMAMEUS$8.00
with sea salt or sticky soy sauce
KELP SALADUS$8.00
MAINE, sesame chili vinaigrette
MODERN NIGIRI*
two pieces per order, served over seasoned rice with soy sake glaze
- MAGURO (tuna)US$12.00
- SAKE* (salmon)US$11.00
SASHIMI*
three pieces per order
- MAGURO (tuna)US$16.00
- SAKE* (salmon)US$15.00
CALIFORNIA ROLLUS$16.00
Jonah crab, avocado, cucumber
RAINBOW ROLL*US$24.00
California roll topped with tuna, salmon, avocado
SHRIMP TEMPURA ROLL*US$18.00
avocado, cucumber, tobiko, spicy mayo, teriyaki
FIRECRACKER ROLL*US$20.00
spicy tuna, salmon, tempura shrimp, avocado
LOBSTER TEMPURA ROLL*
avocado, lobster, tobiko, spicy mayo, teriyaki
- MKT
SPICY ROLLS*
cucumber, spicy mayo
- TUNAUS$18.00
- SALMONUS$16.00
DRAGON ROLLS*
- RED tuna topped spicy tuna rollUS$21.00
- ORANGE salmon topped spicy salmon rollUS$18.00
- GREEN avocado topped spicy salmon rollUS$17.00

RAW BAR

pure, natural, and prepared to order

OYSTERS OF THE DAY*US$3.50
LITTLENECK CLAMS*US$2.50
NEW ENGLAND
SHRIMP COCKTAIL, COLOSSAL NAKEDUS$21.00
SHELLFISH TOWER*
oysters, clams, shrimp cocktail, lobster, shrimp ceviche, kelp salad
- FOR 2US$48.00
- FOR 4US$96.00
- FOR 6US$144.00
TUNA TARTARE*US$21.00
gochujang marinated cucumbers, avocado crema, rice paper crisps
SHRIMP CEVICHEUS$17.00
citrus marinated shrimp, tomato, red onion, cilantro, blue corn tortilla, salsa roja
TUNA TATAKI*US$19.00
cajun blackened, sesame chili vinaigrette, seaweed salad, wasabi blackened, citrus soy sauce, kelp salad, wasabi cream

STARTERS

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
our award-winning recipe
- CupUS$9.00
- BowlUS$11.00
LOBSTER BISQUE
cream sherry
- CupUS$10.50
- BowlUS$12.50
CHOWDER FRIESUS$17.00
New England clam chowder, french fries, sharp cheddar cheese, bacon, scallions
CALAMARI, CRISPY FRIEDUS$18.50
GULF OF MAINE
FISH TACOSUS$17.00
NORTH ATLANTIC whitefish, pickled red cabbage, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo
CRAB CAKE, A LEGAL SIGNATUREUS$24.00
lump crab, mustard sauce, greens, corn, onions, tomatoes, Dijon vinaigrette
STUFFIESUS$16.00
CAPE COD quahogs, chourico, butter, ritz crumbs
MUSSELS, ORGANICUS$19.00
PEI, garlic-butter broth, white wine, grilled bread
POPCORN SHRIMPUS$17.00
BAY OF BENGAL, chili lime aioli
CHICKEN WINGSUS$17.00
MEATBALLSUS$17.00
homemade meatballs, ricotta, grilled bread
BANG BANG CAULIFLOWERUS$16.00
tempura fried, kung pao sauce (contains peanut oil)

SALADS & BOWLS

GREEK SALADUS$14.00
tomato, cucumber, feta, chickpeas, Kalamata olives, lemon-oregano vinaigrette
HOUSE SALADUS$12.00
local organic leaf lettuce, tomato, roasted corn, hard boiled egg, red onion, croutons, apple Dijon vinaigrette
CLASSIC CAESAR SALADUS$11.50
romaine hearts, garlic croutons, shaved romano, creamy dressing
WINTER CHOPPED SALADUS$13.00
romaine, radicchio, candied walnuts, blue cheese, pepitas, pomegranate, maple cider dressing
THAI PEANUT SALADUS$14.00
napa cabbage, red cabbage, edamame, scallion, red pepper, peanut dressing, crispy rice noodles
TOP SALADS/BOWL WITH
- GRILLED CHICKENUS$7.00
- GRILLED SIRLOIN TIPS*US$15.00
- GRILLED SHRIMPUS$13.00
- GRILLED PETIT SALMON*US$16.00
- GRILLED FULL SALMON*US$21.00
- SEARED PETIT TUNA*US$18.00
- SEARED FULL TUNA*US$18.00
- LOBSTER TAIL mkt
- LOBSTER SALAD mkt
- CRABMEAT SALAD mkt
GRAIN BOWL
kimchi, pickled cabbage, avocado, kelp salad, pineapple, spicy mayo, choice of: sushi rice or farro
- TUNA SASHIMI*US$28.00
- SALMON SASHIMI*US$27.00

SANDWICHES

served with french fries and coleslaw

CRISPY FISH SANDWICHUS$19.00
NORTH ATLANTIC wild caught whitefish (always fresh!), lettuce, tomato, pickle, tartar sauce
LEGAL LOBSTER ROLL
warm butter-poached or traditional with lemon mayo
- MKT
JONAH CRAB ROLL
NORTH ATLANTIC delicate crabmeat with mayo
- MKT
TUNA BURGERUS$20.00
chili-garlic seasoned ground tuna, roasted red pepper sauce
GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHUS$19.00
applewood smoked bacon, Vermont cheddar, lettuce, tomato, mayo
BACON CHEDDAR BURGER*US$20.00
DOUBLE R RANCH, WASHINGTON STATE, applewood smoked bacon, Vermont cheddar, lettuce, tomato

FROM THE SEA

Choose a Protein, a Flavor Style, and 2 Sides

SOLE, searedUS$29.00
WILD CAUGHT, visit Freshly Sourced for today's origin
COD LOIN, searedUS$32.00
ICELAND, MSC Certified Sustainable
STRIPED BASS, grilledUS$34.00
FARMED, BAJA, MEXICO, BAP 4-Star Certified Sustainable
RAINBOW TROUT, grilledUS$29.00
COLOMBIA, BAP 4-Star Certified Sustainable
ARCTIC CHAR, grilledUS$29.00
ICELAND
SEA BASS, searedUS$41.00
WILD CAUGHT, CHILE
SALMON*, grilledUS$34.00
HELGELAND COAST, NORWAY
SWORDFISH STEAK, grilledUS$40.00
WILD CAUGHT, visit Freshly Sourced for today's origin
YELLOWFIN TUNA*, searedUS$41.00
WILD CAUGHT, visit Freshly Sourced for today's origin
SHRIMP, grilledUS$35.00
BAY OF BENGAL, all natural, BAP 4-Star Certified Sustainable

BUTCHER'S TABLE

Choose a Protein, a Flavor Style, and 2 Sides

FILET MIGNON* 8oz, grilledUS$48.00
DOUBLE R RANCH, WASHINGTON STATE
BONELESS RIBEYE* 16oz, grilledUS$48.00
DOUBLE R RANCH, WASHINGTON STATE
SIRLOIN STEAK TIPS* 12oz, grilledUS$32.00
DOUBLE R RANCH, WASHINGTON STATE
HALF CHICKEN, roastedUS$26.00

FLAVOR STYLES

FRESH & SAVORY
- Lemon Butter & Crispy Capers
- Apple-Pomegranate Chutney & Smoked Salt
- Roasted Corn Salsa & Avocado Crema
- Garlic Herb Chimichurri
EARTHY & SPICY
- Montreal Steak Seasoning & Red Wine Sauce
- Cajun Blackened & Hot Butter
- Nori Chili Crust & Sticky Soy Sauce
- Five Spice & Kung Pao Sauce (contains peanut oil)

SIDES

SIDES
- STEAMED BROCCOLI
- ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
- SZECHUAN GREEN BEANS (contains peanuts)
- BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON
- ROASTED MUSHROOMS
- COLESLAW
- FRENCH FRIES
- WHIPPED POTATOES
- CRISPY POTATO WEDGES
- STEAMED JASMINE RICE
- HERBED RICE PILAF

ADD ONS

make your meal a Surf & Surf or a Surf & Turf

CRAB CAKEUS$20.00
SHRIMP & SCALLOP STUFFINGUS$12.00
SIRLOIN TIPS*, grilledUS$15.00
SHRIMP, grilledUS$13.00
LOBSTER TAIL
- MKT
PETIT SALMON*, grilledUS$16.00
PETIT YELLOWFIN TUNA*, searedUS$18.00

LEGAL CLASSICS

HADDOCK, BAKED ANNA'S WAYUS$28.50
NORTH ATLANTIC, wild caught, buttered crumbs, roasted tomato, herbed rice pilaf, steamed broccoli
COD, SALT & VINEGAR CRUSTEDUS$32.00
ICELAND, crispy potato wedges, napa cabbage and bacon slaw, remoulade
CIOPPINOUS$45.00
clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, whitefish, lobster tail, tomato broth
CRAB CAKE & SHRIMPUS$45.00
lump crab cake, grilled shrimp, mustard sauce, herbed rice pilaf, greens, corn, onion, tomato, Dijon vinaigrette

PASTA

CLAMS AND LINGUINIUS$30.00
clams, garlic and shallot confit, pancetta, white wine, chili flakes
SHRIMP SCAMPIUS$27.00
linguini, tomato, sofrito, white wine, garlic butter
RIGATONI BOLOGNESEUS$26.00
slow braised beef and pork ragù, marinara, ricotta, mascarpone
ORECCHIETTE SALSICCIAUS$26.00
sweet Italian sausage, mushrooms, leeks, tomatoes

LOBSTER

STEAMED LOBSTER
choice of two sides
- MKT
BAKED STUFFED LOBSTER
shrimp, scallops, peppers, onions, buttery crackers, choice of two sides
- MKT
STUFFED LOBSTER TAILS
shrimp, scallops, peppers, onions, buttery crackers, choice of two sides
- MKT
LOBSTER MAC & CHEESE
one whole lobster, Vermont cheddar, buttered crumbs
- MKT

CRISPY FRIED

traditional New England or Angry style served with french fries and coleslaw

FISH & CHIPSUS$28.00
NORTH ATLANTIC, wild caught, always fresh
SHRIMPUS$28.50
BAY OF BENGAL, jumbo naked
SCALLOPSUS$38.00
GULF OF MAINE
CLAMS, WHOLE BELLY
NEW ENGLAND, sweet & petite
- MKT
CLAM STRIPSUS$29.00
NEW ENGLAND
FISHERMANS PLATTERUS$48.00
jumbo naked shrimp, scallops, local whitefish, calamari, clam strips

DESSERT

ESPRESSO TORTEUS$12.00
whipped cream, strawberries
NEW YORK CHEESECAKEUS$11.00
graham cracker crust, seasonal topping
KEY LIME PIEUS$11.00
lime custard, raspberry sauce, whipped cream
CHOCOLATE PUDDING CAKEUS$12.00
naturally gluten free, warm chocolate center, coconut cookie, vanilla bean ice cream
BOSTON CREAM PIEUS$11.00
vanilla cream layered cake, chocolate ganache, toffee almond crunch
ICE CREAM SUNDAEUS$12.00
cookie dough ice cream, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, toffee almond crunch, strawberries, whipped cream, cherry
THREE BON BONSUS$7.00
bite-size scoops of ice cream dipped in chocolate

KIDS' MENU

choice of one first bite, one main, and two sides

FIRST BITES
choice of one:
- FRUIT CUP
- POPCORN
- CARROT STICKS
SANDWICHES
- HAMBURGER / CHEESEBURGERUS$10.00
- GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHUS$10.00
- GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHUS$10.00
PASTA
- WITH BUTTERUS$10.00
- WITH RED SAUCEUS$10.00
- MAC & CHEESEUS$10.00
SIMPLY GRILLED
- GRILLED SALMONUS$12.00
- GRILLED SIRLOIN TIPS*US$13.00
- GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTUS$10.00
FRIED
- FISH FINGERSUS$10.00
- POPCORN SHRIMPUS$10.00
- CHICKEN FINGERSUS$10.00
SIDES
choice of two:
- SEASONAL VEGGIES
- FRUIT
- FRENCH FRIES
- JASMINE RICE
- RICE PILAF
- COLESLAW

*

Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. *Served raw or undercooked, or contains (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

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What 3,030 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Legal C Bar in Dedham offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent food" and "attentive service." Diners appreciate the variety of seafood options and the special attention to food allergies, such as gluten-free offerings. The restaurant is praised for its "delicious cocktails" and "great bar," although some note service inconsistencies and occasional delays.

3,030 Reviews

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SusanG
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server, Jordan, was friendly and very efficient. Checked in with us several times which we appreciated.
Legal C Bar - DedhamResponded today
Susan, Thank you for your recognition of Jordan! She certainly has been a great addition to our team and i'm happy it's being recognized. We hope you join us again soon. Kindly, Ashley Ortiz, General Manager
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Vanessa
VIP
Greater Boston
50 reviews
4.0
50 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Great food, our waitress was great when she had the time, the hostess was a bit off and took longer than expected for cleaning a table which he did not set up so we had no utensils or small plates , he created delays to about 4 parties. A manager came but he did not do much either. Weird set up for the support stuff
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Amanda
VIP
Greater Boston
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Service was slow for it not being busy, wine glasses were dirty (even asking for new ones), my salad had lettuce, tomatoes, and corn topped with four shrimp and was $27.
Legal C Bar - DedhamResponded today
Amanda, My apologies that we seemed to miss the mark on multiple instances of your experience. That is certainly never the goal. I have addressed these issues with my team for a more positive experience moving forward. We hope to have you again. Best, Ashley Ortiz, General Manager
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Karen
VIP
Greater Boston
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was great. We got put In a really large table for two people. Kind of in the back. Very roomy but away from the bar and atmosphere. Food always good.
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Linda
Greater Boston
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The newly revised menu has some old friends and new additions. Unfortunately the rolls were stale!The sushi menu looked similar but with the addition of tuna tartare, which was delicious. The swordfish portion looked noticeably smaller than it used to be; arctic char replaced salmon and the piece was very thin. All the dinnerware is new and has a more modern flair. Overall the food was good. The service was outstanding. Our server, Jennifer, could not have made the evening any better.
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Mary Ann
Greater Boston
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food at Legal C was excellent as always. Our server was very friendly. I arrived before my friend, and the server took my drink order and returned a second time to check on me.
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Thomasina
Unspecified
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Waitress was very pleasant! Food was ok! They seemed understaffed -maybe because of the storm since the service was very slow.
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shelley
VIP
Greater Boston
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a wonderful date night , the food was excellent and I tried the the Valentines Day special drink “Hearts Desire” and it was delicious! Would highly recommend!
Legal C Bar - DedhamResponded on February 18, 2025
Shelley, Thank you for the rave review! We are certainly an excellent choice for a good date night, so i'm glad you chose us to take care of you and your guest. The "Hearts Desire" was a rave hit all night, so i'm glad you loved it. Kindly, Ashley Ortiz, General Manager
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Molly
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great server delicious food and cocktails asked for quiet table and even great
Legal C Bar - DedhamResponded on February 16, 2025
Molly, Thank you for joining us! I'm so pleased my team took great care of you and your guests. We hope to have you join us again soon. Best, Ashley Ortiz, General Manager
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DeCosta
VIP
Greater Boston
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Pretty much all food was good. I got the Greek salad with blackened salmon. Salmon was cooked perfectly but tasted boring, not much flavor.
Legal C Bar - DedhamResponded on February 16, 2025
DeCosta, Thank you for letting us know about the Salmon. I had addressed your concern with my culinary team to ensure a better seasoned fish. We hope you join us again. Kindly, Ashley Ortiz, General Manager
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FAQs

Legal C Bar - Dedham offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 234-6500.

Legal C Bar - Dedham is rated 4.4 stars by 3030 OpenTable diners.