Legal Harborside
Seafood Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Seaport District, Boston
"We had the lobster roll and lobster mac and cheese - both tasty."(9 Tips)
"Love the lobster bake"(3 Tips)
"11 types of oysters - all outstanding!"(16 Tips)
"Rooftop Bar is one of the best in Boston!"(3 Tips)
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Chris DavisOctober 3, 2016Love water side views? Love looking at yachts parked along the side? Love great, unique seafood? This is the place! I loved it. Great open atmosphere and outdoor seating. Went here at nighttime 👌🏼🌙Upvote17Downvote
Ashraf AliSeptember 22, 2014Worth your attention. Nice views, salty breeze, and kind staff all add to the experience. Can't go wrong with a lobster bake (next time, I'll get a bigger one). Calamari rocks.
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CJApril 13, 2017Seats with a view of the harbor. Mussels and lobster rolls are tasty, a bit expensive. I love their soup of the day, some kind of seafood mix, remind me of Sotto Mare
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Megan MastersAugust 3, 2017Delicious Boston seafood experience. Presentation and taste on point. Service friendly and efficient. Would definitely come back!Upvote2Downvote
Aimée Jane ParrJanuary 3, 20211st floor for informal dining, 2nd floor for a formal & focused menu, 3rd floor for roof deck. We ate on floor 2, staff were helpful & food was delicious. Recommend the swordfish or tuna steak. Views.
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Ron JeramiahJuly 12, 2022Great spot to enjoy the harbor views while dining on tasty seafood. The rooftop bar is awesome with never ending views. All around great spot.
UpvoteDownvote- Meg BermanDecember 6, 2018Enjoy drinks with a view over beautiful Boston Harbor from the third floor or the outside patio when the weather is warmer. The wine list and the sunsets are not to be missed!UpvoteDownvote
- Meg BermanNovember 9, 2018Enjoy drinks with a view over beautiful Boston Harbor from the third floor or the outside patio when the weather is warmer. The wine list and the sunsets are not to be missed!UpvoteDownvote
Jamie LinMay 28, 2015My party got the specials for the day and everyone was happy. The raw shellfish platter is pretty good, though the crab is frozen, and vegetarian options aren't bad either (few though they are ha).UpvoteDownvote
Patrick van den HoevelSeptember 5, 2017Great lobster roll! Perfect! And the traditional Shrimp cocktail as well! Will come back!Upvote1Downvote
OkCupid Daters' ChoiceJuly 13, 2017Legal Harborside was voted the Best Open Air Date Spot by OkCupid users in the first-ever Daters' Choice Awards! Tap Read more for additional date spot categories in Boston. #daterschoice Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Anke RuwetteSeptember 5, 2015The Oysters!! And can't beat that view!! Get reservations or get their early during the day otherwise you're out of luck!!
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Catia DaSilvaFebruary 5, 2015Lobster, their services, salmon and Thai calamari are amazing.. Popcorn shrimp Uhmmm yummyUpvote1Downvote
The bar on the first floor has the best service and a gorgeous ocean view. The fried clam bellies are insanely delicious.UpvoteDownvote
Eug KApril 8, 2016I liked the place, fish was fresh and properly grilled (as in without fat and tender). Fries was nearly perfect.UpvoteDownvote
PMarch 5, 2018We had the lobster roll and lobster mac and cheese - both tasty. Sat on the 3rd floor and it was very cold and not pleasant without a coat..UpvoteDownvote
Monica CullenApril 1, 2016Affordable wine list, friendly service, oysters and a beautiful view of the harbor. Great spot for a night out.UpvoteDownvote
Sali YiJuly 9, 2016Warm buttered lobster roll was amazing. Also loved the dips in the appetizer!
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Davinci VirtualMay 25, 2011If you eat on the first floor, be sure to enjoy the view from the large elliptical bar where both wine and local beers are on tap. Or, request a patio seat, along Boston's beautiful HarborWalk.Upvote1Downvote- Aga ArtkaMarch 18, 2013Located just across the harbor from the airport. Perfect spot to grab a last clam chawda bowl before flying out.
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Luca MessinaMarch 5, 2013Enjoyable atmosphere in an up-and -coming area of the city. Highly recommend the crab salad. Turkey burger was very good as well.UpvoteDownvote
Matthew CaldecuttSeptember 6, 2015Wanted to try a stuffie, but it's only served with a hot dog. So, I had a lobster roll instead without cold slaw and fries. Sometimes, you just want the roll.UpvoteDownvote
ZeynepSeptember 27, 2015The best Legal! Atmosphere and food is always great. Try the seafood stew.
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Ask for the XL oysters! And make sure you have a view of the harbor - that should be the main goal!UpvoteDownvote
Danielle JensenAugust 27, 2016Strawberry creme brulee was phenomenal. Pearl oysters from New Zealand were AMAZING!Upvote1Downvote
Rebecca PlaineAugust 29, 2017The appetizer and small plates have a lot to offer for low prices and decent portions. Good views.UpvoteDownvote
Jonathan YuAugust 30, 2014Fried clams were incredible and so was the tuna burger. Try to get a table overlooking the water.UpvoteDownvote
The crabmeat roll contains a generous portion of crab. Happy to see that they do not skimp!Upvote1Downvote
MikeApril 13, 2012Get the swordfish salad! Swordfish is perfect. Served next to a light cucumber salad with fennel and chick peas. Awesome.UpvoteDownvote
Kurtis SherryJuly 28, 2018Fish tacos are great. Also book a table overlooking the waterUpvoteDownvote
Jeb MastandreaSeptember 5, 2011I did not realize that coming here was akin to visiting re White House. Stare at and scan my license, stamp my hand with a black light stamp downstairs, then another hand check upstairs? Dude I'm 33..Upvote1Downvote
Look out at the ocean for jewelry inspiration. If you dream up beautiful gemstone jewelry then immediately check out Gemvara.com. So much better than Tiffany :)UpvoteDownvote
Tobias KurolSeptember 12, 2014Claim chowder was awesome. Make a reservation early to get a table with a view.UpvoteDownvote
Nate BoatengAugust 3, 2016Clam chowder was fantastic. Fish and chips was incredibly fresh.UpvoteDownvote
Samir NazirJune 11, 2018grab a seat overlooking the water and a lobster roll, and call it a dayUpvoteDownvote
MarieNovember 6, 2011One of best views of waterfront. Stuffed calamari was fab. Got a spicy kick from sausage. Large plump chunks of tomatoe.UpvoteDownvote
My favorite Legal. Great bar scene. Love the oyster selection.UpvoteDownvote
Great take-out service. Need to get the clam chowder to go more often! Definitely get the dinner rolls.Upvote1Downvote
Atalay GökselApril 26, 2023Cioppino,garlic mussels ve stuffed lobster tail çok iyiydi.UpvoteDownvote
SNOCRUAugust 29, 2012Flagship for legal here. Tuna is unreal. Take your smokin hot date upstairs post meal for the cocktail. Score!!UpvoteDownvote
Jarritt NegriJuly 8, 2013No jäger Don't have the special, after selling it, didnt have a bourbon after selling it, suggested "steamers" as oysters, but they are claims, crab roll was served cold "nasty". Chowder is great.UpvoteDownvote
Melissa LeonDecember 6, 2011Try the Mahi Mahi - Mahi Mahi with a coconut curry over jasmine rice and spinach topped with shrimp.UpvoteDownvote
Sally SalsaJanuary 25, 2013The stuffed artichoke was amazing! So was the lobster bake :DUpvote1Downvote
Gene Wicker JrNovember 10, 2012If you can't get in on the second floor head to the bar. Excellent service.UpvoteDownvote
Stefan SvenssonOctober 4, 2014Sam adams harborside special is a bit too fruity for my European tastebuds..UpvoteDownvote
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Legal Harborside is Legal Sea Foods’ 20,000 square foot flagship...(Show more)
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- Mon–Thu, Sun
- Noon–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–10:00 PM
(617) 477-2900
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Dining Options
Bar Service, Take-out
Restroom
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
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