Legal Sea Foods

Ate here with some other Celtics, and I greatly enjoyed my entire meal. Never got sick, enjoyed all the appetizers - especially the buffalo shrimp! It was amazing to just keep eating and not stress about what I was consuming.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Staff knowledgeable about celiac. Served hot GF rolls. Waiter confirmed food is GF when serving. I ordered lobster, broccoli, rice, sorbet. Delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Never had a problem here! Tasty and safe with lots of choices.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Our waitress didn’t make me feel so sure about their knowledge of celiac, but a different one delivered my food to make sure mine was the celiac one. They didn’t have gluten free buns, but they do have gluten free rolls. The fries were really good. Overall I think it was good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

10/19 update: this place was as great as I remember it from about 4 years ago. Wonderful experience. Delicious fried fish, onion rings, and French fries and coleslaw. Highly recommend!

What a wonderful GF DF experience. My son had clams and shrimp and I had the platter where everything is fried in their dedicated fryers (fish, scallops, calamari, fries, etc.). What a treat! Eating fried food that is GF and DF in a restaurant is almost unheard of. They were very careful and really understood cross-contamination. Liked how they brought our plates out separate too. Delicious!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome gf food with gf rolls as an option too.

Glute-free paradise! They have a dedicated fryer, the staff is super friendly and knowledgeable, and everything was delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

WOW! 1) DELICIOUS GF FOOD. 2) celiac friendly! They have allergen trained people for celiacs and shellfish! 3) amazing service. The waiter told us that during their interviews, if they were not knowledgeable or messed up on an allergy inquiry they are not even hired.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Reviews can be wrong but NOT for this place. This place is Wonderful, Amazing, Tasty, and worth the cost of the meal.

My wife and I went here tonight for dinner after I read just about every review on the app. I have celiac and she does not. I’m also a Type 1 Diabetic. We got an Appetizer of Buffalo Popcorn Shrimp. She had the grilled Snapper and I had the Deep Fried Shrimp at the waiters’ recommendation. They let me sub the Polenta for the Coleslaw (no charge) and brought two GF rolls (amazing) at no extra charge.

By far the Best meal we have had in DC. It was all wonderful and the Manager delivered every dish that had to be GF.

HIGHLY recommend this place and Brian as a waiter. As a side note, I’ve seen some reviews complain about price. For two of us we paid $78 for all our food and drinks and that’s a bargain if you ask me (and we’re from the Midwest). We’ll definitely be returning.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This place is AMAZING! My waiter was very knowledgeable about food allergies and the ingredients, service was fast, and the food was delicious!! 🐙🍤😍

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We have been in Boston and now in Washington and you feel really safe for celiac. My wife was really happy to have a good and real gluten free beer (brew with GF grains not removed). The food was awesome and staff is really knowledgeable. Great time with party of 9.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wonderful meal! Manager hand delivered GF rolls, appetizers and my meal and ensured it was GF. The waitress was helpful in selecting options and ensuring I knew what I could have. So thankful!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing fried calamari and shrimp!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fabulous meal. What items that can be made gluten free are clearly marked on the menu. Lots of choices. They even have gluten free rolls! And buffalo popcorn shrimp! So good.

Our waiter was knowledgeable about celiac disease. The chef took extra care. The food is excellent!

This place was amazing! They have a lot of gluten free options in all sections of their menu and the batter that they use is gluten free! I have never been offered a gluten free roll as a part of the free bread before today! It was great!

Food was great. Lots of options. They even brought a gluten free roll!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Pricey, but many entrees can be made gluten-free. It was heavenly to have breaded fish again, and their's was the best gluten-free dinner roll I've ever had.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent! Staff was well trained, and super helpful! Delish gfbread! There was so much to choose from and they took us seriously!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Food was amazing. Best gluten free rolls that were baked when ordered. Several gf fried options as the breading is rice based. Fried shrimp amazing! Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable. A manager delivered my food and said careful attention was made for my food allergy. Love this place!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great experience! Menu clearly indicates GF options. Service was top notch. I only had to mention GF once and the staff made sure to point out that each dish they served was GF. The crab dip is to die for!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Took my celiac daughter here and she had a great dinner. We were so surprised when they brought just-baked gluten free rolls to the table - - she was in heaven! She had grilled scallops with the garlic/leek brown rice and spinach and did not get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing dinner!!! Staff is very knowledgeable and food was amazing, must try the popcorn shrimp. My celiac family had a great experience.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great choices for Celiacs but unfortunately the food was not the best and we had the most dreadful service!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. Fried seafood that’s celiac safe... love it!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff has had special training on food allergies and they had many options to choose from, even fried and breaded items like popcorn shrimp and fish and chips. No reactions.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Could not rate this highly enough! They are so accommodating to people with allergies and even have a special gfdf bread they will cook for you as an app. Had the most amazing meal for Valentine’s Day!

Make this a priority when visiting DC! This place is so effing good! A woman certified in gf food cam out and delivered our food and assured us the entire kitchen staff was very aware and making accommodations based on my allergy. I had fish and chips. This is not a a joke, I had the most delicious fish and chips ever. I still can’t believe it was gf and that amazing. If you don’t go here you are an idiot. For real.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Not symptomatic so I can't speak to safety other than how reassured I felt. The person I spoke to on the phone was not very helpful, seemed to be guessing what was gluten free. Once I spoke to the manager I felt much better. I was relieved to hear there was a separate fryer. I did a take out order and when I walked in, I asked for the manager, Richard, who I had spoken to on the phone. He was very nice and very reassuring that he would keep my little boy safe. The fries were good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

5 minutes after sitting down, my celiac daughter ate a gluten roll that the waitress brought to our table. This was after explaining we had celiac and her promising us GF rolls. She only ate one bite but only because I looked at the next table and realized they had the same rolls. The waitress (and manager) said “Oops. Sorry”. We did not eat there and wouldn’t recommend any other celiac eating their either.

Celiac friendly?

No

Menu is clearly marked w/ what items are or can be made gluten free. They use a corn mixture for frying instead of regular flour which was a nice surprise. Unfortunately our waiter was very arrogant and condescending to our questions about cross contamination and ensuring my meal was safe. The food was tasty (gf rolls were excellent!) Chowder was delicious - tasted just like clam chowder but w/ the consistency of a noodle soup almost. Fried fish platter was also very good and crispy. Nima tested the bread to ensure it was safe and it passed. Ate and did not get sick - unfortunately the waiter’s overall attitude put a damper on the experience. Would definitely return but request another service. Overall, excellent food and it’s safe.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This was an amazing experience, lots of options, excellent food and even fresh GF buns. Best dining experience of our trip to DC

Celiac friendly?

Yes

wonderful place to eat in DC!! staff very knowledgeable of allergies - gluten and tree nuts!! Food was delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Rolls, fried calamari and shrimp! Amazing!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Other restaurants should learn from legals regarding a good GF menu. Bring back the fingerling potatoes!

Picked this spot based on the recommendations on this app. They had great choices for seafood that were gluten free. Wish the crab cakes could be made GF but alas they need to be held together by an agent. Wasn’t sick afterwards.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The menu is clearly marked as to what is gluten free, and the staff is very knowledgeable and accommodating. I always have great meals here!

Our waiter had gone through specific training to accommodate to our needs. My food was phenomenal and I can't remember a time when I have eaten a gluten free clam chowder and a gluten free fried shrimp. Overall, this is a great place, and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a good place to eat!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Waitress was very attentive to my dietary needs. Food was delicious and fresh.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent choice for dinner!! Our waiter helped with our GF and DF questions. The only "mess-up" came when we realized that my husband could have requested egg wash prior to frying as opposed to a buttermilk wash. He had the Fisherman's Platter. He was very pleased with the taste!!

I had the char-grilled snapper with broccoli and rice which covered my GF and DF needs. The GF rolls are also DF which we had with olive oil brought to the table as opposed to butter. When I asked if the rolls were made in house, they said no, but they wrote down the name of the company from which they were ordered. The rolls are made specifically for the restaurant, but I look forward to checking out the website for other GF possibilities.

We will definitely return when back in DC!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

A must place to go for GFer's. staff was fabulous, food was amazing from the rolls, salmon, baked potato with crab meat, and yes even clam chowder soup. Took half of it back to hotel to enjoy the next day.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They were great! The manager brought out my food, showed me the ticket, which was marked celiac, and assured they took all the right measures to keep me safe and I felt fine after eating a salad and mussels. The restaurant trains staff in celiac and cross contamination and started a gluten free/celiac friendly food program on in 2005. I'm amazed and pleasantly surprised

Whenever I am in DC or Boston, I must go to Legal Seafoods! I have Celiac Disease and they are very careful. Their warm gluten free rolls are delicious. Even my gluten eating friends were surprised by how good they were. One time in DC I had fried oysters. Oh my goodness! After my diagnosis, I didn't think I would ever be able to have fried oysters again. I was thrilled. I thought they were delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

ate here for lunch and I'm hAving a reaction now at 4pm. I suspect the chips as they were fried.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Absolutely fantastic. Great caution and care was taking by wait staff and chefs. They announced when they brought food. Most delicious seafood!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Gluten free kids meals were tasty. The dedicated frier and large menus were a plus. The gf buns are not recommended. Stick to the yummy seafood

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

Amazing! Had an entire gf fisherman’s platter. (Share this with others - it is gigantic!) separate fryer, knowledgeable staff, entire menu is marked and almost everything can be gf!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The menu is extra clear with what is gluten free or not. The fry batter used is totally gluten free, and the serving staff is wicked conscious of allergens. Upon alerting the staff of the severe allergy, they took extra note and had the chef who prepared the meal bring the gf plate out. Their caution paid off as I did not get sick afterwards.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good