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Legal Sea Foods - Harborside, Boston, MA

Legal Sea Foods - Harborside

4.5 (6646)
$30 and under
Seafood
270 Northern Ave., Boston, MA 02210

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 157 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Experience the ultimate in waterfront dining at our flagship Harborside restaurant. Spanning three floors and 20,000 sq ft, it offers classic seafood favorites, patio dining with harbor views, and private event spaces. On the main floor, dine on Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more!. On a sunny day, enjoy our Harborside patio with direct view of the harbor, the perfect location for a long lunch on a sunny day. The second floor hosts our private events space, where we create memorable events for private parties, corporate functions, or social celebrations. The third-floor rooftop deck, "The Overlook," provides 180-degree views of Boston Harbor, making it the perfect spot to enjoy the best of Boston's seafood, cocktails, and water views from sunrise to sunset. Located in the Seaport District, it's within walking distance to major attractions like the Institute of Contemporary Art and the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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) 477-2900
  • Website
    https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/boston-harborside/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Host a social gathering or business reception with us – your guests will toast your choice of venue. Private dining at Legal Harborside – Boston offers great food and hospitality and easy planning. We customize every menu and finishing detail.
  • Private party contact
    Liz Finley & Taylor DeLeo: (617) 530-9470
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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 (cash only) is available daily and during hours of operation for $26 with our validation stamp. Parking is also available across the street at the Ora Seaport Garage. 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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What 6,646 people are saying

Legal Sea Foods - Harborside reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Most Booked

  • Boston

    Great for scenic views

  • Boston

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside offers "amazing chowder and lobster rolls," a great waterside dining experience with "fantastic seafood," and a lively atmosphere. The restaurant boasts "beautiful harbor views" and attentive service, making it a preferred spot for both special occasions and casual outings. Highly recommended for seafood lovers!
6,646 Reviews

  1. Stephanie

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and attention to our kids! Loved everything and especially our server!

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  2. Lynne

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    It took a long time for our server to get to us. And when she did it was “ have you decided” no offer of drinks first, etc. Love Legal but need to work on service a bit!

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  3. Lauren

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chowder and lobster rolls were amazing! Would come back again.

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  4. Rob

    Little Rock1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great birthday dinner. Table by the water. Excellent server and great tasting food. Definitely would come back next time in Boston!

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  5. Susan VIP

    Atlanta2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Dining room was too crowded to enjoy meal. Servers and other diners were constantly squeezing by our table to get by which was not their fault.

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  6. Steve VIP

    Philadelphia County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect place to bring a visitor from Germany to experience great seafood on the Boston Harbor.

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  7. Deborah VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had requested outdoors and/or a table next to the window overlooking the patio. Was very disappointed to sit on the opposite side toward the rear along the wall where one seat had an advantageous view, but not for the other. Plus the service while good and efficient, seemed rushed.

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  8. Barbara

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was just ok. Not very hot and fresh. Beautiful location and atmosphere but could do with better quality dishes.

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  9. Deanna

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Pretty good! Wish I could reserve a patio table online!

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  10. sharon

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very accommodating! Great service! Great night with friends!

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FAQs

Legal Sea Foods - Harborside offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 477-2900.

Legal Sea Foods - Harborside is rated 4.5 stars by 6646 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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 157 times today
Google Map for Legal Sea Foods - Harborside

270 Northern Ave., Boston, MA 02210

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Seaport
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • 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 (cash only) is available daily and during hours of operation for $26 with our validation stamp. Parking is also available across the street at the Ora Seaport Garage. 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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/boston-harborside/
  • Phone number
    (617) 477-2900
  • Private party facilities
    Host a social gathering or business reception with us – your guests will toast your choice of venue. Private dining at Legal Harborside – Boston offers great food and hospitality and easy planning. We customize every menu and finishing detail.
  • Private party contact
    Liz Finley & Taylor DeLeo: (617) 530-9470
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