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Legal Sea Foods - Park Square, Boston, MA

Legal Sea Foods - Park Square

4.1 (456)
$31 to $50
Seafood
79 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Since 1980, we've been a staple in Boston's Park Square. Now relocated and renovated, our new spot at the corner of Arlington Street offers a wrap-around bar, open raw bar, and expansive lounge and dining areas. In warmer months, our patio provides a charming outdoor dining option right across from the Park Plaza Hotel. 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!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our Park Square location has a beautiful 20-25 seat private dining room with a large flat screen monitor for your presentation needs. This new space features a full wrap-around bar, open raw bar, expansive lounge and dining areas, as well as substantial patio dining along the bustling Park Plaza.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Cross street
    Park Plaza and Arlington Street
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Arlington Station (MBTA Green Line)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout
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What 456 people are saying

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

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4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Legal Sea Foods - Park Square offers "great food and great value" with consistently excellent seafood, highlighted by "some of the best crab cakes." The restaurant features a "great atmosphere" that can be either casual or formal, and the "friendly, attentive" staff ensure a pleasant dining experience.

456 Reviews
  1. Betsey

    Las Vegas1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always reliable and good. Love the bang bang cauliflower

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  2. Cassie

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location, good service and enjoyed Anna’s haddock.
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Cassie, 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 Fishes, Angela Amodie, Restaurant Manager

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  3. Barry VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Quiet atmosphere to allow conversation.
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Barry, 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 Fishes, Angela Amodie, Restaurant Manager

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  4. E VIP

    Atlanta20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Booked a table for one and was seated at the bar (my own choice) ;02May2025 @ 1915. The hostess was pleasant and accommodating. I was greeted at the bar and immediately offered bread rolls and water (warm and delicious). The clam chowder was superb (a Legal’s must). I ordered the Cod Loin with coleslaw and Brussel sprouts. The fish was cooked perfectly and without any fishy flavor… excellent and moist. Dessert was a Boston cream pie … enhanced by the raspberries and chocolate drizzle, also excellent. The food & service were excellent. I do recommend and will return.
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded 2 days ago
    Dear E, 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 Fishes, Angela Amodie, Restaurant Manager

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  5. Vivian VIP

    Greater Boston34 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Compared to Legal Seafoods at Copley Place and Harborside, this location pales. The lobster roll had noticeably less lobster and less flavor. The accompanying cole slaw was under seasoned and underwhelming. The lobster bisque was too creamy and again, underwhelming. The “hot” bread rolls served at the start were not hot on the inside and tasted/looked underbaked. While the place was nearly empty, we were given the bill before we finished and without asking for it. When we were ready to pay, it was very hard to get the attention of any staff, who were oblivious to my efforts. After about 10 minutes of trying, I took the bill and walked to the bar to get help. Doubt we’ll be back.
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Vivian, Thank you very much for writing. I sincerely apologize that your visit did not meet expectations. We pride ourselves on our high level of service and food quality, and we are truly sorry that they were not up to par for your experience. I have addressed your concerns with my culinary and service teams to ensure that these issues are resolved. If you would like to discuss further, please contact me at 617-982-0500. Best, Angela Amodie, Restaurant Manager

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  6. Liane

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    One person in party arrived prior to others and was seated. Restaraunt was pretty empty for a Wednesday evening! When we were sat few minutes later waiter came over and asked if we were ready to order our meals. We said no and ordered rolls and cocktails. He returned saying the rolls were out and would be few minutes. 2 drinks arrived and the other 2 were going to be few minutes before aisle they had no oranges, for a garnish. Meals were mediocre. Have always thought of Legals as serving superior fish tonight this was not the case! Oysters were ok. Char was overcooked and very thin piece of fish. Sea bass was just ok. Fries Clams were fine. At end asked for a box and server handed it to guest to box our selves. The service was just ok. Good could have had better and restaraunt empty! Sad they’ve stopped making fish chowder. Use to be a favorite!!! Don’t know if I’d return to the “chain”. Have had better elsewhere!
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Liane, We're sorry to hear that your experience at Legal Park Square didn't meet your expectations. We apologize for the wait times and the issues with the meal. Your feedback regarding the sea bass is noted and will be shared with our culinary team. We're disappointed to hear that our service didn't live up to the standard we strive for. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance to serve you better. If you consider returning, please contact me so that I may make sure your next visit is a better one. Best, Brigitte B - GM

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  7. Emily

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was just ok and only 2 out of 5 meals came out as ordered.
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded on April 25, 2025
    Dear Emily, We're sorry to hear that you found the food and service not up to par during your visit. We strive to provide our guests with high-quality meals and service, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short in your case. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. If you do decide to give us another try, please contact me and I'll be sure your next visit is as excellent as it should be. Best, Brigitte Boursiquot, GM

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  8. bill VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Park Square and Downtown Crossing are both great space, great service and great food!
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded on April 24, 2025
    Dear Bill, 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 Fishes, Angela Amodie, Restaurant Manager

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  9. Carrie

    Oklahoma City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was fantastic, great atmosphere, can be casual or more formal
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded on April 23, 2025
    Dear Carrie, We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Park Square! It's great to know that our atmosphere and service met your expectations. We strive to create a comfortable and enjoyable environment for all our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Brigitte B, GM

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  10. Tony

    Dallas1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and great value. Was very full after the meal.
    Legal Sea Foods - Park SquareResponded on April 21, 2025
    Dear Tony, 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 Fishes, Angela Amodie, Restaurant Manager

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FAQs

Legal Sea Foods - Park Square offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 982-0500.

Legal Sea Foods - Park Square is rated 4.1 stars by 456 OpenTable diners.

Legal Sea Foods - Park Square 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 13 times today
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79 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Park Plaza and Arlington Street
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Arlington Station (MBTA Green Line)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Our Park Square location has a beautiful 20-25 seat private dining room with a large flat screen monitor for your presentation needs. This new space features a full wrap-around bar, open raw bar, expansive lounge and dining areas, as well as substantial patio dining along the bustling Park Plaza.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432
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