Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road

Name: Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road
Address: 30 Forbes Rd, Braintree, MA, United States, 02184
Telephone: (781) 817-1292
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

4.2

2866 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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Our location in Braintree is making a splash. Designed to evoke memories of vintage seafood restaurants, the space offers as many seating options as fish in the sea. Those looking to satisfy any thirst (or hunger) for fun, can choose between our bar, oyster bar or table and booth seating alongside the open kitchen. In warm weather, a glass wall slides back to a large patio.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(781) 817-1292
Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/braintree-forbes-road/
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 - Braintree – Forbes Road can accommodate all your special event needs.
Private party contact
our Events Team: (617) 530-9470

Location
30 Forbes Rd, Braintree, MA 02184
Neighborhood
Braintree
Parking details
Land a parking spot in the lot right in front of our door.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Happy Oyster Hour
Nov 9 - Dec 31, 2023
Sun - Sat - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us daily from 2PM-5PM for "Happy Oyster Hour" and enjoy $2 raw oysters! Limited time only.

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What 2,866 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
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

2,866 Reviews

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Kiswaz
Greater Boston
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food as been escalated here with lots more choice on the menu. I’m only giving 4 stars because due the second time we’ve sent back the espresso martinis as they were all I can say is disgusting. Plz teach your bartender how to make these correctly 😆
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LindaF
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience4
We think the fish must have been previously frozen. It was mushy.
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EricH
Greater Boston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience2
Friday and holiday not withstanding, the loud music made it very difficult for three old friends in their seventies with decent hearing to have a pleasant conversation after a concert in Boston. The food was excellent.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded 7 days ago
Dear Guest, Thank you for writing and sharing this feedback! We appreciate all of your comments and will address these few areas of concern with our staff. Please get in touch the next time you are joining us and we will ensure a better experience. Thanks again and we hope to see you again soon. Best, Mark Hayward General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience every single time! I went with my family and we got the lobster bisque and the stuffed lobster tails. Perfect!
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded 6 days ago
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food2service5ambience5
We didn’t come for the food. Thankfully the service was top notch.
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DawnH
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We came for my birthday and had such a lovely time. The food was great as usual and our waiter Luis was wonderful. Very friendly and attentive, he took great care of us. A very enjoyable experience.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 22, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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BethM
Greater Boston
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience3
Salmon not good!
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StevenO
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The service was outstanding and the value for the food was very good
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded 7 days ago
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress, Liz was fantastic. We had a large, excited group and she was so great the entire night.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 18, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The weather cannot have been better. He was very attentive. I wish I remembered his name. He deserves a shout out.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 15, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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NancyM
Greater Boston
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Our server was very attentive. We were disappointed in the Cioppino. It is a favorite of my guest. The dish did not have white fish, did not have a lobster tail and did not have tomato broth. The shrimp and scallops were minimal. The dish costs $44.00 ( therefore the low number for value).
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DonovanS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Christine was a gem in her serving, it was my wife's birthday. Christine did such a wonderful job in singing so quietly and soundly. Much appreciative of the experience. Thanks to all from the receptionist to the young lady who ushered us to our sits.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 13, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful evening together. We hadn’t seen each other in over a year and enjoyed the food, drinks and service very much. We will be back.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 10, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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ICarter
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Seating was adequate. The food quality was good. The drinks were good. My Arnold Palmer was a little weak. The service was very good.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 13, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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Michel
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience4
Octopus as a starter was fine. Trout as a main was just fair. It’s a very simple preparation. Sides rice and fries nothing special.
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Camila
Miami
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience3
I used to love this place but I gotta say I didn’t have a great experience on my last visit. It was me and my son. I made reservations and asked for a high top but they didn’t accommodate me with what I asked for until the 3rd try. I’m pregnant so I just knew the regular chair wouldn’t be comfortable. When it comes to drinks, my son had lemonade but it tasted really bad, I asked for mock-tail it was not good either, so I asked for a cup of crushed ice instead, but I couldn’t enjoy the ice because it smelled like bleach. When it came to food, I usually get the same thing a well done salmon, but when I received my food, the salmon wasn’t well done, so I asked them to bake it more, but it came back the same way again. On the 3r try, my salmon came back super crispy and dry and it had no salt. I told the manager it wasn’t seasoned. She said it’s because they baked it again, which doesn’t make sense. They put my sides all mixed up. It was sweet mashed potatoes and rice and that’s not how I usually get it and the manager said they usually put the sides together, right but not mix together. The food is usually delicious and well served. I'm cutting off this restaurant. They need to serve customers better. I wasted my time and didn't get to eat.
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JoeS
Greater Boston
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Good lunch. Good food very low noise level. Good time
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 6, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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Foodie
Greater Boston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great food, bar service, very attentive. We always love to go there.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 6, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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Out4dinner
Greater Boston
100 reviews
vip
2.0
100 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience2
Disappointing The room was crowded and noisy. We asked for a regular table and they seated us at a hightop. My shrimp were cold and dry, as if they were reheated and the rice was mushy. I didn’t send back because I didn’t want to wait for the food. The only reason I gave it 2 stars instead of one was because our server did a good job.
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Maryann
Greater Boston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
The food was delicious and the service was impeccable.Our server Catiana was on top of everything from filling our water glasses,and bringing our drinks and entrees to us in a timely manner
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RuthF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
EXCELLENT SEAFOOD COOKED TO PERFECTION COUPLED WITH GRACIOUS SERVICE.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 8, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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foodieman
Chicago
107 reviews
vip
5.0
107 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Food was wonderful as was the wine and beer. Dillion our server was great and made our experience very enjoyable .
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on November 6, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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KenH
Caribbean
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
A few issues but the manager was incredibly responsive. Will definitely return.
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Kiswaz
Greater Boston
25 reviews
vip
3.0
25 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
We went for dinner and looked over the menu, then we t to order and waitress realized we had the lunch menus. Ok , no big deal , so we ordered apps , clam chowder was bland and falafels balls were like rocks . I could even cut into them so had to send them back . Then we ordered mains but realized there were 2 extra menus of specials and sushi which no one had explained to us till it was too late and we’d already ordered which was disappointing . Mains were good , Then we got the espresso martini cocktails off menu which were literally so disgusting and insipid , when the waitress asked how were they ? we told her they were bad she took them back and got us different ones . The Boston crème pie was delicious.
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SteveM
Greater Boston
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great night with my wife! Food and service were top-notch. Thank you, Olivia, for the great service😊
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happycustomer2
Greater Boston
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall2food1service4ambience3
Fairly disappointed with dinner… First our party of 4 had to wait a very long time for our dinners , then my Tuna, (asked for it to be rare) came medium and improperly seared. I think Legal has changed over the past few years, not the place we totally enjoyed of the past. Food Quality control, not there anymore…
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CatherineO
Greater Boston
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience3
The only item that I enjoyed was the ice cream bon bons
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MattG
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wait staff we had was outstanding lead is in the right food combinations She made it a great experience
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 23, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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GregJ
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server was very knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. He recommended the grilled octopus appetizer and then gave us guidance on which oysters to order. Everything was perfect.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 23, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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NjeriB
Greater Boston
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The menu changed, missing shrimp scampi and other dishes, but the menu refresh was necessary and a nice touch!
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 28, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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LindaB
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
1.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
We waited 1.5 hours for our food and needed to leave to catch a show. The waitress came over once to say our food was coming. It never came. They packed it up to go. Won't go back. And they charged us for the food.
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Hilllam
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
I had the baked Rainbow Trout, it was delicious. My companion had the Baked Haddock she stated that it was a little on the dry side.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience2
Food was very good and our service was excellent . But, the lighting in the dining room was poor. It was very dark, especially overhead main light. They need to turn down the table light a little bit and turn up 50% brighter the main overhead light.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 23, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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milton666
Greater Boston
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
"Karen" says: the french fries were tired, not crisp. The lobster "bisque" had neither cream nor sherry, so was no bisque at all. The "signature" clam cake was so salty as to be inedible. Busy early evening so forgivable, but still ...
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 23, 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for writing and sharing this feedback! We appreciate all of your comments and will address these few areas of concern with our staff. Please get in touch the next time you are joining us and we will ensure a better experience. Thanks again and we hope to see you again soon. Best, Mark Hayward General Manager
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RitaM
Greater Boston
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Always a hit. Food very good but prices have increased
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 23, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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PamAla
Philadelphia
111 reviews
vip
5.0
111 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great. I love the rainbow trout. Would just ask they cook the broccoli a little more, too Al dente. Small matter, but ask them and they will do it.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 23, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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Rose
Greater Boston
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun for impromptu get together with a friend. Sat at the bar. Great service and food.
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 23, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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CarolO
Greater Boston
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Always enjoy Legals. Service was outstanding. Ambience is perfect. My meal was just ok, but others said theirs were perfect. Highly recommend no matter what!!
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 14, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
One of the things I very much enjoy are the rolls The ones I received were AWFUL…small and dry. Either you got a bad bunch or you are cheapening the experience to save money. Very disappointing!
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OpenTable Diner
Kansas City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Awesome food, great service. Very friendly! Great gluten free too!
Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes RoadResponded on October 11, 2023
Dear Guest, 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, Mark Hayward General Manager
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road using the Order Online button. Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 817-1292.

Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road is rated 4.2 stars by 2866 OpenTable diners.

Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road 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

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road

30 Forbes Rd, Braintree, MA 02184

Additional information

Neighborhood
Braintree
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Land a parking spot in the lot right in front of our door.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/braintree-forbes-road/
Phone number
(781) 817-1292
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road can accommodate all your special event needs.
Private party contact
our Events Team: (617) 530-9470

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Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

100 Boston / New England Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

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Happy Oyster Hour

Stuffed Lobster Tails

Lobster Bisque

Rainbow Trout

Main

Kids'Fish & Chips**$12.00

Kids' Crispy Fried Shrimp**$12.00

Kids' Grilled Salmon**$14.00

Kids' Grilled Shrimp**$15.00

Kids' Grilled Chicken**$14.00

Kids' Steak Tips**$15.00

Kid's Burger / Cheeseburger**$12.00

Chicken Fingers**$12.00

House-Made Mac & Cheese$11.00

Grilled Cheese Sandwich$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road restaurant rated?

Does Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road offer gift cards?

Is Legal Sea Foods - Braintree – Forbes Road currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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