Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing

4.3

2945 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Step into the bustling energy of Downtown Crossing at our stylish Legal Sea Foods location. Featuring a modern look with black brick and glowing amber glass, guests can unwind in the lounge, at the large bar, or in the dining room overlooking our open kitchen. 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! Located near Boston's theater and financial districts, it's ideal for a pre-show dinner / post-performance catch-up or a get together with the team to celebrate a win.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 692-8888
Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/boston-downtown-crossing/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing can accommodate all your special event needs. Make a splash when you celebrate a special occasion or host a corporate event with us.
Private party contact
Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432

Location
558 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
Neighbourhood
Downtown Crossing
Parking details
Our validation will net you savings at the Lafayette Garage across the street at 1 Avenue de Lafayette. Weekdays before 4pm, get a $2/hour discount for up to two hours. Or park for $16 on weekdays after 4pm and all day on weekends.
Public transit
Orange/Red Line: Downtown Crossing StationGreen Line: Boylston StationOrange Line: Chinatown Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, 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 2,945 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing offers an inviting atmosphere perfect for pre-theater dining. Guests frequently praise its "great location," "excellent service," and "delicious seafood." Highlights include "freshest fish," "amazing lobster," and a delightful key lime pie. Occasionally, service speed and food consistency vary, but overall, it's a delightful dining experience.

2,945 Reviews

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Priscilla
VIP
Greater Boston
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went there for lunch and had the pasta bolognese, side garden salad, and cheesecake during Dine Out Week. Lovely meal and service.
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Terry
Chicago
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I go to legal seafood almost every time I come into Boston. Almost without exception it is usually excellent. Today, unfortunately was an exception. The fisherman‘s platter and the Caesar salad were underwhelming, which is a sharp contrast from the usual.
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Maureen
Greater Boston
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food overall but could use a flavor boost! Steamed broccoli needed garlic and olive oil as a Finish; restaurants in 2025 should offer plant milk for coffee!
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Louise
New York City
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food is hit or miss we’ve realized after eating there 3 times. Not happy at the speed in which the waiter brought the bill. Puts pressure on us to pay and go, no matter if he says ‘take your time’. We had guests with us from Switzerland and it definitely felt awkward when that bill was brought and sat looming on the table.
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Ely cheikh
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience about everything, I’ll definitely recommend for y’all
Legal Sea Foods – Downtown CrossingResponded on February 17, 2025
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for the wonderful star review! 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, Douglas Anderson, General Manager
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Lind
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Perfect spot for theater district. Good food, convenience, efficient and friendly service. But menu overpriced.
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Victoria
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Amazing! Delicious Lobster for a first time in Boston
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Daniel
New York City
189 reviews
4.0
189 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
You almost can never go round with Legal's at Downtown Crossing! They have the complete picture - location, atmosphere, food quality and great service.
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Lori
Greater Boston
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always an enjoyable dinner before show Specials were very good
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Patricia
VIP
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I made a reservation and was greeted by the hostess desk and seated immediately. The service was great and the server was very accommodating and friendly. The food was fresh and delicious. Highly recommend
Legal Sea Foods – Downtown CrossingResponded on February 17, 2025
Hi Patricia, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Legal Sea Foods - Downtown Crossing! It's wonderful to know that our team's friendly service and delicious food made your visit memorable. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Douglas Anderson General Manager
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FAQs

Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 692-8888.

Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing is rated 4.3 stars by 2945 OpenTable diners.