Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place

4.1

3129 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Good for business meals
Child-friendly

Discover the heart of Boston with a view! Our Copley Place location offers stunning floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the city's historic South End. Enjoy a meal in our spacious main dining room, relax at the bar, or host an event in our expansive private space on the second floor, just near Saks Fifth Men's Store. 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! With convenient direct indoor access to the Westin and Marriott hotels, as well as the Prudential Center, Copley Place is the perfect stop for a delicious meal and breathtaking views. Short on time? Grab our Legal classics to-go!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(617) 266-7775
Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/boston-copley-place/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Legal sea Foods at Copley Place features multiple spaces that can accommodate guests lists from 20 to more than 50. The full venue can hold up to 250 for a reception style meeting or celebration. Whether business or pleasure, our Events Team can fulfill your needs.
Private party contact
Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432

Location
100 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02116
Neighbourhood
Back Bay
Cross Street
Dartmouth Street
Parking details
Our validation will net you savings. Park for $12 for up to 3 hours in the Copley Place Garage.
Public transit
Copley (Green Line) or Back Bay (Orange Line) “T” stop.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, 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

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

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)
EDAMAMEUS$8.00
KELP SALADUS$8.00
MAINE, sesame chili vinaigrette

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
GRAIN BOWLUS$13.00
farro, kimchi, pickled cabbage, avocado, kelp salad, pineapple, spicy mayo
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

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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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.2Service
3.7Ambience
3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place offers delicious seafood with "excellent service" from friendly and attentive staff. Diners enjoy "spot on" cocktails and a variety of gluten-free options. The location offers convenience, though the ambiance may feel outdated for some. Frequent diners appreciate "the highest quality" food and generous portions.

3,129 Reviews

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Rich
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
My lady and I were recommended to come here by a classmate of mine but I wish we hadn’t this restaurant is a rip off don’t spend you’re money here
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 1 day ago
Dear Rich, Thank you for writing and sharing this feedback! We appreciate all of your comments and appreciate learning more about your experience so we can correct our opportunities. Can you please give me a call when you have a moment at the restaurant so I may be of service? Thanks again and we hope to see you again soon. Best, Maura Daniels, General Manager
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Devin
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love it would go back again the food was good drinks were good to
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 3 days ago
Dear Devin, Thank you very much for the positive feedback! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your experience. Thanks so much for joining us and we look forward to serving you at your next visit! Best, Maura Daniels, General Manager
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patrick
VIP
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
New Experience for Legals. Still excellent food. Service was top notch.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 5 days ago
Dear Patrick, Thank you very much for the positive feedback! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your experience. Thanks so much for joining us and we look forward to serving you at your next visit! Best, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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phil
VIP
Greater Boston
52 reviews
3.0
52 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
have a biz dinner at copley a few times a year and have chosen legal -- steady decline in both food//cleanliness. Good for a large group but better options
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 3 days ago
Dear Phil, Thank you for leaving a review for us. I'd love to learn more about how we could've improved your dining experience and impressed you and your guests. I can be reached at 617-266-7775. I look forward to speaking with you soon and welcoming you back. Best, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Michelle
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service from our waitress. Food was excellent and the portions were very generous. Sat near the window and got to watch the snow come down.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on February 18, 2025
Hi Michelle, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our generous portions and excellent service. We're also glad that you were able to enjoy the beautiful scenery while dining with us. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests, and your feedback is a great way to hear that we're on the right track. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team
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Tiffany
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I had a great time tonight on Valentine's Day at this place. They have really good cocktails. I tried the winter painkiller. I think it's called and my husband had the mule. Those were both very good. We both had really good dishes. I had the cod with the smoked sea salt and pomegranate, which was phenomenal.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on February 18, 2025
Hello Tiffany, We're thrilled to hear that you and your husband had a great Valentine's Day at Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our cocktails, our winter painkiller and our mule. We're glad you found our dishes to be phenomenal. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience. Best Regards, The Management Team
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Amy
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Good food. Seafood incredibly fresh. But it wasn't a wow.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 7 days ago
Dear Amy, Thank you for leaving a review for us. I'd love to learn more about how we could've improved your dining experience. I can be reached at 617-266-7775. I look forward to speaking with you soon and welcoming you back. Best, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Sam
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Consistent food and service. Convenient to Copley Marriott
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on February 18, 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Sam! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. It's great to know that our location is convenient for you while you're in the area. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon at Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place. Best regards, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Torri
Orange County
45 reviews
3.0
45 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Reserved early dinner reservation for my high school teacher and my birthday. Legal Sea Foods is her fav restaurant. It was for her 80th Birthday and there was no recognition for it even though I mentioned it. We both ordered grilled swordfish. My swordfish lacked flavor and was not worth $56. I had jasmine white rice and roasted mushrooms, which tasted old and reheated. Lackluster experience for our special birthday event.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on February 18, 2025
Thanks for the review, Torri. We're sorry to hear that your teacher's birthday dinner at Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our food and service, so it's disappointing to hear that the swordfish and jasmine rice didn't hit the mark this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. Please call me at 617-266-7775 if you would like to discuss in more detail. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance to make things right. Best regards, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Vivianne
Zurich
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I came back after more than 30 years! I liked the airy athmosphere with the great view onto the South End where I live when in Boston. I was a little disappointed by the food however. How can you cook a lovely sole so much! Why is everything (fish, vegetables, white rice) soaked in oil? The young waitress who took care of us was of exquisite kindness and very attentive. A big thank you to her.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on February 4, 2025
Dear Vivianne, Thank you for your kind words about our atmosphere and service. We're thrilled to hear that you're coming back to Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place after such a long time! We're sorry to hear that you found our food a bit different from what you're used to. We understand that the quality of our seafood and cooking methods can vary, and we appreciate your feedback on this. We're glad to hear that our waitress made your experience pleasant. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team
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Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 266-7775.

Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place is rated 4.1 stars by 3129 OpenTable diners.