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Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf, Boston, MA

Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf

4.2
4.2
5962 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
A local and visitor favorite, our Long Wharf location is perfectly situated near Boston's Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, and the New England Aquarium. Enjoy a seafood meal after exploring the city or embark on a cruise right from our doorstep. With an open lounge, large bar, private dining space, and seasonal patio, Long Wharf is a quintessential Boston dining experience. Dine on 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–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 742-5300
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, 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 - Long Wharf can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432
  • Neighbourhood
    Faneuil Hall
  • Cross Street
    Atlantic Ave.
  • Parking details
    Our validation will net you savings, daily after 4:30pm. Park at discounted rates for up to 4 hours in the Boston Harbor Garage, located at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Milk Street.
  • Public transit
    Aquarium Station (Blueline)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, 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/
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What 5,962 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf offers "incredibly fresh and flavorful" seafood with standout dishes like New England Clam Chowder and lobster mac & cheese. Guests consistently praise the "excellent service" and diverse menu options. The location near the aquarium adds a "casual vibe," making it a great choice for families and tourists.

5,962 Reviews
  1. Peter

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Legal Sea Foods never disappoints. The fish is incredibly fresh and tasty, service is impeccable, and deserts are amazing too! No matter what you order for your entree, you must enjoy their New England Clam Chowder. It's amazing!

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  2. Charity

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding from start to finish. Seated quickly. Great service. Seafood was incredibly fresh and flavorful.

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  3. Maryna

    VIP

    DO NOT USE

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Two absolute favorite things were sangria & clam chowder. If you travel with the kids, the kids menu has a great value. For my personally, the crab cake was a little bit undercooked.
    Legal Sea Foods - Long WharfResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Maryna, Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf during your travels. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our sangria and clam chowder. We're sorry to hear that the crab cake was not cooked to your preference. We'll definitely take your feedback into consideration as we strive to improve our food quality. We're glad that you find our kids menu a great value. We hope to see you again soon! Best, T.J. Lowry - General Manager

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  4. Philippe

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great location, maybe more touristy than others right in front of the ships and the aquarium. Somehow a more casual vibe than other Legal's locations. Stunningly wide range of options on the menu.
    Legal Sea Foods - Long WharfResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Philippe, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf. We're thrilled to hear that you appreciated our wide range of options and found our location stunning. We strive to create a casual yet sophisticated vibe for our guests and we're glad to know we achieved that during your visit. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, T.J. Lowry - General Manager

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  5. kim

    E. Tennessee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was phenomenal! The cajun salmon and the lobster Mac & cheese were top notch!
    Legal Sea Foods - Long WharfResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Kim, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the cajun salmon and the lobster Mac & Cheese! It's always a pleasure to know that our guests had a great dining experience with us at Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf. Your kind words and high ratings are truly appreciated. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, T.J. Lowry - General Manager

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  6. Bob

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent choice of sustainable seafood and many side and flavor choices for their fish choices. Lots of gluten free options including their fried foods, which use chickpea flour and a dedicated fryer and a couple desert options that are not ice cream. Reasonable pricing and quick and attentive service. Too bad there are no locations in California.
    Legal Sea Foods - Long WharfResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Bob, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our sustainable seafood, flavor choices, and gluten-free options. Your appreciation for our quick and attentive service is much appreciated too! We understand that you're disappointed in the lack of locations in California. We're always looking for ways to expand our menu and your feedback is invaluable. We hope to see you again soon in another part of the country! Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf T.J. Lowry - General Manager

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  7. Sally

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, as always! Kudos to our server Rick for ensuring a great time.
    Legal Sea Foods - Long WharfResponded on February 13, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Sally! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent time at Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf. Your kind words about our food and service are greatly appreciated. We're committed to providing the best for our guests and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to your next visit. Best, T.J. Lowry - General Manager

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  8. James

    VIP

    Dallas

    129 reviews

    5.0

    129 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. We loved the lobster Mac n cheese, Anna’s haddock, fried clams and cioppino
    Legal Sea Foods - Long WharfResponded on February 13, 2025
    Dear James, thank you so much for your kind words about Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service, especially the lobster Mac n cheese, Anna's haddock, fried clams, and cioppino. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and your feedback affirms the hard work we put in every day. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, T.J. Lowry - General Manager

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  9. ruth

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Legal is always good, but tonight’s meal was especially delicious. The grilled swordfish was a standout, and we also enjoyed the salt and vinegar cod, wellfleet oysters and clam chowder.
    Legal Sea Foods - Long WharfResponded on February 13, 2025
    Thanks for the review, ruth! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our grilled swordfish, Wellfleet oysters, and clam chowder. Your compliments truly mean a lot to our team. We strive to provide delicious meals, and we're glad you found the meal to your liking. We look forward to serving you again soon at Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf. Best, T.J. Lowry - General Manager

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  10. Katy

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my son any my first time here. We arrived a few mins early, and was able to be seated immediately. Everything was cooked perfectly. Seasoned beautifully. Our server, Harold was attentive, but never made us feel rushed instead the exact opposite. Everything was please take your time, enjoy, there is no rush. Outstanding job! Thank you! Will be adding this to the list of must have stops! Thanks for making our night extra special. Without evening knowing you did! Great job! My son said everything was perfection! From start to finish!
    Legal Sea Foods - Long WharfResponded on February 13, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Katy! We're thrilled to hear that you and your son had a wonderful experience at Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf. It's great to know that our team was able to provide you with a prompt seating and that everything was cooked to your liking. We're also glad that you appreciated our attentive service. We strive to make every visit a special one and we're glad we could provide that for you. We can't wait to welcome you back for another outstanding experience! Best, T.J. Lowry - General Manager

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FAQs

Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 742-5300.

Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf is rated 4.2 stars by 5962 OpenTable diners.

Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf 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

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf

255 State Street, Boston, MA 02109

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Atlantic Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Faneuil Hall
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Our validation will net you savings, daily after 4:30pm. Park at discounted rates for up to 4 hours in the Boston Harbor Garage, located at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Milk Street.
  • Public transit
    Aquarium Station (Blueline)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 742-5300
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432
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