Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place

4.1

3138 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Good for groups
Healthy

Discover the heart of Boston with a view! Our Copley Place location offers stunning floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the city's historic South End. Enjoy a meal in our spacious main dining room, relax at the bar, or host an event in our expansive private space on the second floor, just near Saks Fifth Men's Store. 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! With convenient direct indoor access to the Westin and Marriott hotels, as well as the Prudential Center, Copley Place is the perfect stop for a delicious meal and breathtaking views. Short on time? Grab our Legal classics to-go!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(617) 266-7775
Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/boston-copley-place/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Legal sea Foods at Copley Place features multiple spaces that can accommodate guests lists from 20 to more than 50. The full venue can hold up to 250 for a reception style meeting or celebration. Whether business or pleasure, our Events Team can fulfill your needs.
Private party contact
Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432

Location
100 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Cross street
Dartmouth Street
Parking details
Our validation will net you savings. Park for $12 for up to 3 hours in the Copley Place Garage.
Public transit
Copley (Green Line) or Back Bay (Orange Line) “T” stop.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, 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/

Popular dishes

OYSTERS OF THE DAY*$3.50
LITTLENECK CLAMS*$2.50
NEW ENGLAND
SHRIMP COCKTAIL, COLOSSAL NAKED$21.00
SHELLFISH TOWER*
oysters, clams, shrimp cocktail, lobster, shrimp ceviche, kelp salad
- FOR 2$48.00
- FOR 4$96.00
- FOR 6$144.00
TUNA TARTARE*$21.00
gochujang marinated cucumbers, avocado crema, rice paper crisps
SHRIMP CEVICHE$17.00
citrus marinated shrimp, tomato, red onion, cilantro, blue corn tortilla, salsa roja
TUNA TATAKI*$19.00
cajun blackened, sesame chili vinaigrette, seaweed salad, wasabi blackened, citrus soy sauce, kelp salad, wasabi cream

STARTERS

CHOWDER FRIES$17.00
New England clam chowder, french fries, sharp cheddar cheese, bacon, scallions
CALAMARI, CRISPY FRIED$18.50
GULF OF MAINE
FISH TACOS$17.00
NORTH ATLANTIC whitefish, pickled red cabbage, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo
CRAB CAKE, A LEGAL SIGNATURE$24.00
lump crab, mustard sauce, greens, corn, onions, tomatoes, Dijon vinaigrette
STUFFIES$16.00
CAPE COD quahogs, chourico, butter, ritz crumbs
MUSSELS, ORGANIC$19.00
PEI, garlic-butter broth, white wine, grilled bread
POPCORN SHRIMP$17.00
BAY OF BENGAL, chili lime aioli
CHICKEN WINGS$17.00
MEATBALLS$17.00
homemade meatballs, ricotta, grilled bread
BANG BANG CAULIFLOWER$16.00
tempura fried, kung pao sauce (contains peanut oil)
EDAMAME$8.00
KELP SALAD$8.00
MAINE, sesame chili vinaigrette

SALADS & BOWLS

GREEK SALAD$14.00
tomato, cucumber, feta, chickpeas, Kalamata olives, lemon-oregano vinaigrette
HOUSE SALAD$12.00
local organic leaf lettuce, tomato, roasted corn, hard boiled egg, red onion, croutons, apple Dijon vinaigrette
CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD$11.50
romaine hearts, garlic croutons, shaved romano, creamy dressing
WINTER CHOPPED SALAD$13.00
romaine, radicchio, candied walnuts, blue cheese, pepitas, pomegranate, maple cider dressing
THAI PEANUT SALAD$14.00
napa cabbage, red cabbage, edamame, scallion, red pepper, peanut dressing, crispy rice noodles
GRAIN BOWL$13.00
farro, kimchi, pickled cabbage, avocado, kelp salad, pineapple, spicy mayo
TOP SALADS/BOWL WITH
- GRILLED CHICKEN$7.00
- GRILLED SIRLOIN TIPS*$15.00
- GRILLED SHRIMP$13.00
- GRILLED PETIT SALMON*$16.00
- GRILLED FULL SALMON*$21.00
- SEARED PETIT TUNA*$18.00
- SEARED FULL TUNA*$18.00
- LOBSTER TAIL mkt
- LOBSTER SALAD mkt
- CRABMEAT SALAD mkt

SANDWICHES

served with french fries and coleslaw

CRISPY FISH SANDWICH$19.00
NORTH ATLANTIC wild caught whitefish (always fresh!), lettuce, tomato, pickle, tartar sauce
LEGAL LOBSTER ROLL
warm butter-poached or traditional with lemon mayo
- MKT
JONAH CRAB ROLL
NORTH ATLANTIC delicate crabmeat with mayo
- MKT
TUNA BURGER$20.00
chili-garlic seasoned ground tuna, roasted red pepper sauce
GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH$19.00
applewood smoked bacon, Vermont cheddar, lettuce, tomato, mayo
BACON CHEDDAR BURGER*$20.00
DOUBLE R RANCH, WASHINGTON STATE, applewood smoked bacon, Vermont cheddar, lettuce, tomato

FROM THE SEA

Choose a Protein, a Flavor Style, and 2 Sides

SOLE, seared$29.00
WILD CAUGHT, visit Freshly Sourced for today's origin
COD LOIN, seared$32.00
ICELAND, MSC Certified Sustainable
STRIPED BASS, grilled$34.00
FARMED, BAJA, MEXICO, BAP 4-Star Certified Sustainable
RAINBOW TROUT, grilled$29.00
COLOMBIA, BAP 4-Star Certified Sustainable
ARCTIC CHAR, grilled$29.00
ICELAND
SEA BASS, seared$41.00
WILD CAUGHT, CHILE
SALMON*, grilled$34.00
HELGELAND COAST, NORWAY
SWORDFISH STEAK, grilled$40.00
WILD CAUGHT, visit Freshly Sourced for today's origin
YELLOWFIN TUNA*, seared$41.00
WILD CAUGHT, visit Freshly Sourced for today's origin
SHRIMP, grilled$35.00
BAY OF BENGAL, all natural, BAP 4-Star Certified Sustainable

BUTCHER'S TABLE

Choose a Protein, a Flavor Style, and 2 Sides

FILET MIGNON* 8oz, grilled$48.00
DOUBLE R RANCH, WASHINGTON STATE
BONELESS RIBEYE* 16oz, grilled$48.00
DOUBLE R RANCH, WASHINGTON STATE
SIRLOIN STEAK TIPS* 12oz, grilled$32.00
DOUBLE R RANCH, WASHINGTON STATE
HALF CHICKEN, roasted$26.00

FLAVOR STYLES

FRESH & SAVORY
- Lemon Butter & Crispy Capers
- Apple-Pomegranate Chutney & Smoked Salt
- Roasted Corn Salsa & Avocado Crema
- Garlic Herb Chimichurri
EARTHY & SPICY
- Montreal Steak Seasoning & Red Wine Sauce
- Cajun Blackened & Hot Butter
- Nori Chili Crust & Sticky Soy Sauce
- Five Spice & Kung Pao Sauce (contains peanut oil)

SIDES

SIDES
- STEAMED BROCCOLI
- ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
- SZECHUAN GREEN BEANS (contains peanuts)
- BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON
- ROASTED MUSHROOMS
- COLESLAW
- FRENCH FRIES
- WHIPPED POTATOES
- CRISPY POTATO WEDGES
- STEAMED JASMINE RICE
- HERBED RICE PILAF

ADD ONS

make your meal a Surf & Surf or a Surf & Turf

CRAB CAKE$20.00
SHRIMP & SCALLOP STUFFING$12.00
SIRLOIN TIPS*, grilled$15.00
SHRIMP, grilled$13.00
LOBSTER TAIL
- MKT
PETIT SALMON*, grilled$16.00
PETIT YELLOWFIN TUNA*, seared$18.00

LEGAL CLASSICS

HADDOCK, BAKED ANNA'S WAY$28.50
NORTH ATLANTIC, wild caught, buttered crumbs, roasted tomato, herbed rice pilaf, steamed broccoli
COD, SALT & VINEGAR CRUSTED$32.00
ICELAND, crispy potato wedges, napa cabbage and bacon slaw, remoulade
CIOPPINO$45.00
clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, whitefish, lobster tail, tomato broth
CRAB CAKE & SHRIMP$45.00
lump crab cake, grilled shrimp, mustard sauce, herbed rice pilaf, greens, corn, onion, tomato, Dijon vinaigrette

PASTA

CLAMS AND LINGUINI$30.00
clams, garlic and shallot confit, pancetta, white wine, chili flakes
SHRIMP SCAMPI$27.00
linguini, tomato, sofrito, white wine, garlic butter
RIGATONI BOLOGNESE$26.00
slow braised beef and pork ragù, marinara, ricotta, mascarpone
ORECCHIETTE SALSICCIA$26.00
sweet Italian sausage, mushrooms, leeks, tomatoes

LOBSTER

STEAMED LOBSTER
choice of two sides
- MKT
BAKED STUFFED LOBSTER
shrimp, scallops, peppers, onions, buttery crackers, choice of two sides
- MKT
STUFFED LOBSTER TAILS
shrimp, scallops, peppers, onions, buttery crackers, choice of two sides
- MKT
LOBSTER MAC & CHEESE
one whole lobster, Vermont cheddar, buttered crumbs
- MKT

CRISPY FRIED

traditional New England or Angry style served with french fries and coleslaw

FISH & CHIPS$28.00
NORTH ATLANTIC, wild caught, always fresh
SHRIMP$28.50
BAY OF BENGAL, jumbo naked
SCALLOPS$38.00
GULF OF MAINE
CLAMS, WHOLE BELLY
NEW ENGLAND, sweet & petite
- MKT
CLAM STRIPS$29.00
NEW ENGLAND
FISHERMANS PLATTER$48.00
jumbo naked shrimp, scallops, local whitefish, calamari, clam strips

DESSERT

ESPRESSO TORTE$12.00
whipped cream, strawberries
NEW YORK CHEESECAKE$11.00
graham cracker crust, seasonal topping
KEY LIME PIE$11.00
lime custard, raspberry sauce, whipped cream
CHOCOLATE PUDDING CAKE$12.00
naturally gluten free, warm chocolate center, coconut cookie, vanilla bean ice cream
BOSTON CREAM PIE$11.00
vanilla cream layered cake, chocolate ganache, toffee almond crunch
ICE CREAM SUNDAE$12.00
cookie dough ice cream, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, toffee almond crunch, strawberries, whipped cream, cherry
THREE BON BONS$7.00
bite-size scoops of ice cream dipped in chocolate

KIDS' MENU

choice of one first bite, one main, and two sides

FIRST BITES
choice of one:
- FRUIT CUP
- POPCORN
- CARROT STICKS
SANDWICHES
- HAMBURGER / CHEESEBURGER$10.00
- GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH$10.00
- GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH$10.00
PASTA
- WITH BUTTER$10.00
- WITH RED SAUCE$10.00
- MAC & CHEESE$10.00
SIMPLY GRILLED
- GRILLED SALMON$12.00
- GRILLED SIRLOIN TIPS*$13.00
- GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST$10.00
FRIED
- FISH FINGERS$10.00
- POPCORN SHRIMP$10.00
- CHICKEN FINGERS$10.00
SIDES
choice of two:
- SEASONAL VEGGIES
- FRUIT
- FRENCH FRIES
- JASMINE RICE
- RICE PILAF
- COLESLAW

*

Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. *Served raw or undercooked, or contains (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

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What 3,138 people are saying

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.2Service
3.8Ambience
3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place is known for its "superb service" and "excellent seafood" offerings. Diners often highlight dishes like the lobster roll and clam chowder. While some find it "hard to locate" within the mall, many appreciate the "friendly and attentive" staff. The restaurant offers a "great dining experience," making it a favorite spot for locals and tourists alike.

3,138 Reviews

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Rebecca
Greater Boston2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We tried the Fixe Prix offering. This dinner was excellent. Food at Legal is usually pretty good, but our dinners (grilled salmon and striped bass) were particularly good.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 2 days ago
Dear Rebecca, 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, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Juliet
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great experience with great food and service! We had a large group and they handled it so well. Our food was delicious and we really enjoyed the experience.
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Scot
San Diego54 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our second trip to Boston and specifically wanted to seat here. We were not disappointed!!!
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 4 days ago
Dear Scot, We're thrilled to hear that your visit to our Copley Place restaurant was a great one! It's wonderful to know that our food, service, and value met your expectations. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests. Thank you for your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team
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Ron VIP
Greater Boston23 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful early dinner. Service was great. We had. Swordfish. It was very good. It was quiet, we had a great seat by the windows with a great view
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 5 days ago
Dear Ron, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to our Copley Place location! It's fantastic that our Swordfish hit the mark for you. We're glad you had a great view and had a pleasant dining experience. We look forward to serving you again soon. Thanks for the wonderful review! Best regards, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Janet VIP
Greater Boston52 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very nice pre-symphony meal. Great service by our waitress.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on March 7, 2025
Thanks for the feedback, Janet! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your pre-symphony meal at Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place. It's wonderful to know that our service met your expectations. We're always striving to provide our guests with an exceptional dining experience, and we appreciate your input. We hope to see you again soon! Best regards, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Mona
New York City82 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I always remember legal seafood being an upscale high-quality restaurant. I took Global colleagues here for a nice Boston dinner and it was so disappointing. It felt more like a cheap chain restaurant with no ambience and mediocre food.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on March 4, 2025
Thanks for the review, Mona. We're sorry to hear that your recent visit to Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our high-quality seafood and it's disappointing to hear that we fell short this time. We're glad to hear that you found our service satisfactory and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better dining experience. Regards, The Management Team
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Stephen VIP
Atlanta276 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was terrific. Was great celebratory environment for my daughter’s white coat celebration. Thanks for delivering a quality experience.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded 4 days ago
Dear Stephen, Thanks so much for choosing Legal Sea Foods for your celebration! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your dining experience. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you on your special day, and we look forward to having you join us on many more occasions. Thanks so much again and we look forward to seeing you back soon! Best, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Thomas
Greater Boston16 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
My lobster roll tasted fishy. Couldn’t finish it. Staff would disappear. So disappointed. This restaurant used to be a guaranteed good meal. Seems to have lost their way. Won’t go back to this one. May try another but not sure.
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on February 28, 2025
Dear Thomas, Thank you for leaving a review for us. I'd love to learn more about how we could've improved your dining experience and impressed you and your guests. I can be reached at 617-266-7775. I look forward to speaking with you soon and welcoming you back. Best, Maura Daniel, General Manager
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Rich
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
My lady and I were recommended to come here by a classmate of mine but I wish we hadn’t this restaurant is a rip off don’t spend you’re money here
Legal Sea Foods - Copley PlaceResponded on February 25, 2025
Dear Rich, Thank you for writing and sharing this feedback! We appreciate all of your comments and appreciate learning more about your experience so we can correct our opportunities. Can you please give me a call when you have a moment at the restaurant so I may be of service? Thanks again and we hope to see you again soon. Best, Maura Daniels, General Manager
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Lisa
New York City15 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, an attentive snd intelligent waiter, who anticipated and met every moment, and a pleasant family atmosphere.
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Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 266-7775.

Legal Sea Foods - Copley Place is rated 4.1 stars by 3138 OpenTable diners.