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Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA

Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square

4.3
4.3
1916 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Healthy
Legal Sea Foods was founded over 70 years ago in Cambridge, and our Kendall Square location continues the legacy with a recently renovated space. Find us near MIT and the local business district, as well as the Marriott Hotel and the Cambridgeshire Galleria and Museum of Science. Our Cambridge location offers a bar, booth and table seating, private dining room, and seasonal patio, catering to residents, office workers, and tourists alike. 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!
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  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun 11:30–21:00 Wed 11:30–15:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–21:30
  • Phone number
    (617) 864-3400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, 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 - Kendall Square can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Cross Street
    Ames Street
  • Parking details
    Our validation will net you savings. Park for discounted rates at the Kendall Center Green Garage at 90 Broadway.
  • Public transit
    Kendall/MIT (Red Line) “T” stop.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,916 people are saying

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

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square offers "great food, great service" with standout seafood dishes like clam chowder and crab cakes. The attentive staff and "outstanding" gluten-free options enhance the dining experience. While some patrons note inconsistency, many appreciate the "excellent" menu choices and "super attentive" service. A reliable choice for seafood lovers.

1,916 Reviews
  1. Brent

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great. Food was average at best. Except for lobster bisque which was great Entree came out wrong at first but was corrected Lobster Mac & cheese had minimal lobster but they try to fool you by serving in a lobster shell. That does not account for minimal lobster meat sold at Market price Legal Seafood use to be a consistently great experience from food to service when a family owned business but since the sale it continues to decline Too many other good seafood restaurants around to visit Legal again

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  2. KarenS

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff had too many tables to cover. Kitchen backed up and we waited far too long for dessert. Since we had paid the check, we took the key lime pie to go. We all agreed we would not get that dessert again. Quality of entrees very good.

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  3. Ricardo VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I have been going to Legal Seafoods for more than 40 years. This, by far was the worst food I have ever had at legal. I had the whole belly clams. totally overcooked...Clams should be delicately cooked. These had more crunch than the french fries. My partners grilled seabass also overcooked and a friends crab cakes had a little blackening to the tops. So disappointing. Service was adequate. We did not complain about the food to the waiter, we just paid and left. But Legal in Kendall, I will never be back! Epic fail!

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  4. Michael VIP

    Seattle28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service team was spot on! I sat in the bar area, and it was a little loud. Will request main dining room next visit just to have a more relaxed meal. But I’ll miss the service team!

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  5. JOHN

    Greater Boston670 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The Dine out Boston LUNCH special on a Sunday was a bonus, well prepared. Only disappointment was the only one choice of dessert, no substitution of cheesecake and wold have preferred an option being lactose intolerant.

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  6. Michael VIP

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Legal has been revitalized over the last year and a half. A renewed menu but above all far better quality and service.

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  7. Liz VIP

    Greater Boston42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location, food was excellent, good menu selection. We sat at the high-tops near the bar so we were able to look outside.

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  8. Patrick

    Madrid1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was outstanding. Food portions were good. I should be back. Thank you

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  9. Ryan

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The people at legal sea food Cambridge is great people and great management. I Thanks them for great service

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  10. Tara VIP

    Los Angeles16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I recall going to a Legal Seafood years ago and the quality of the food and preparation being better. We ordered lobster bisque, crab cake appetizer, the warm lobster roll w/ fries, and key lime pie. Everything was good but not great. The server was lovely and attentive. The restaurant could use a refresh/remodel. The high prices were not worth the value of the experience.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square

355 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02142

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Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ames Street
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun 11:30–21:00 Wed 11:30–15:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Our validation will net you savings. Park for discounted rates at the Kendall Center Green Garage at 90 Broadway.
  • Public transit
    Kendall/MIT (Red Line) “T” stop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 864-3400
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432
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