Legal Sea Foods

16 recent ratings
$$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items: Calamari, Fries, Lobster Rolls
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15 ratings

As rated by the community

100 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02116

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac
2 months ago

I am always grateful for legal seafoods. Their allergy commitment in the menu, the awareness of the servers, the variety of options, are all so by oof. I went twice while in Boston. Both times I enjoyed the GF rolls, and ate lobster. Once was a whole steamed lobster. The other time was the lunch lobster roll in a lettuce wrap. The lunch special came with fries (dedicated frier), Cole slaw, and soup. Neither of the soup options are GF and they apparently won’t sub on their lunch specials. That was a little disappointing, but it was more than enough food regardless: I will be back.

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  • — Lobster Rolls, Fries
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Symptomatic Celiac
4 months ago

In my option, this was like a seafood version of Olive Garden. It just seemed mass produced and I didn’t realize it was a chain until I already made the reso. However: The food came out quickly and only one person delivered it every time and always presented it as gf - which I love. The calamari was great! The blackened shrimp was great. The oysters were meh, wouldn’t get oysters there again. Pretty many options. Not sure I would go back but I didn’t get sick.

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  • — Calamari
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Symptomatic Celiac
4 months ago

Felt safe, knowledgeable staff, good brought out by manager, and I had no reaction. The issue is the food just wasn’t that good! I got the blackened salmon and it was okay, my husband got the lobster roll and it was tough (and expensive).

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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4 months ago

Clearly marked on menu what could be made gf. Food was good. Ordered lobster roll but was told it would be served w just a pile of lobster and no bread. Substituted salad so had a lobster salad instead. Others had sushi and offered tamari sauce. All fried food breaded with gf breading.

Celiac
5 months ago

Very nice meal. Almost all off the menu is gluten free. Even their regular dredge for fried food is gf so fried seafood is available. I informed our waiter John that I was celiac and he ensured me that was no problem, even offering to bring me gf rolls to start. All the food I ordered, and the food of others in my party I thought I might try, were delivered by one staff person whose job it was to ensure my dietary restrictions were met. All the food was great. The only issue was I felt the whole belly clams were more similar to clam strips, but that was a minor detail.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
6 months ago

Fabulous and extensive menu. GF hot honey chicken, and GF calamari was great.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
10 months ago

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

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  • — No dedicated fryer
Celiac
1 year ago

really good food, and i love the bonbons! the staff is really knowledgeable and kind, and as i said earlier, the food is amazing! i usually get the fish and chips, but there’s tons of other options and the gf rolls are sooo good! i go here a lot and i’ll definitely be coming back.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Food flagged
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Other dedicated equipment
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  • — Dinner
  • — Lunch
  • — Outdoor seating
Celiac
1 year ago

This location does NOT have a dedicated fryer. I confirmed this over the phone with the chef and in-person with my waitress. I ordered a caesar salad with no croutons and my salad was delivered by the manager with croutons. The manager said they were gluten free, but I asked the waitress when she stopped by and she didn't even know that Legals had gluten free croutons! She double checked with the kitchen and the croutons were gf after all, but I would strongly recommend against visiting this location.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
1 year ago

Omg, I am from MN, so there are few times I have eaten fried calamari, shrimp, fish and chips. It is all in a dedicated fryer. The calamari was amazing (crispy, not chewy) and I was so full that I couldn’t eat another plate. They brought out a gluten free roll that I had to ask if it was really gluten free. Then I asked for a dessert menu and they had a chocolate lava cake with a macaroon cookie (and ice cream - although I can’t do ice cream). I am so happy. I struggled with the choice since it is “in the mall” but there is a gorgeous view (make reservations on the weekends). If you have the chance - go. Just go. I’m so satisfied for another 5 years!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Staff accommodates
Gluten Intolerant
1 year ago

A chain that is known for safety. I ordered the Rhode Island Style Crispy Calamari as my meal. Tasted great and no after effects I would eat here again.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Dinner
  • — Lunch
Celiac
1 year ago

We have been struggling since this is our first time traveling after celiac diagnoses. My daughter was very happy with all the choices and felt very comfortable eating there. Wait staff was very understanding and accommodating. She was extremely happy which made us all happy. Food was excellent. Thank you Legal Sea Food.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Asymptomatic Celiac
1 year ago

They have very clear labeling about their commitment to gluten free, I am fairly certain anything battered is gluten free, and the fries are safe, too. I felt very comfortable with all of the labeling and our server’s knowledge about gluten free dining.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
1 year ago

Great experience, menu clearly marked, servers knowledgeable and accommodating

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
2 years ago

They brought out gluten free rolls at the beginning for no extra charge. GF items clearly marked, lots of options for celiacs, and the server was very knowledgeable.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
2 years ago

LOTS of GF options on menu. Staff very careful.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
2 years ago
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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
2 years ago

Can I just. Take a moment. To say this is my favorite place to eat as a celiac. They have gluten free rolls (which do not cost extra!!!) and are probably some of the best I’ve had. The majority of their menu can be made gluten free (ALL OF THEIR FRIED FOOD IS GF) and they even have dedicated allergen runners that bring you your gluten free meal so that they do not touch other plates that contain foods with gluten. This is the safest place to eat by far as a celiac and every experience here has been amazing. I once had a waiter secretly pack me some gf dinner rolls to go because I told him they were the best I’ve ever had. Don’t get me wrong, the place is expensive; seafood in general is expensive. But this is one of the very few places where it is worth every penny.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
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  • — Food flagged
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
Other
  • — Dinner
  • — Good for kids
  • — Lunch
  • — Outdoor seating
Celiac
2 years ago

Gluten free bread rolls were delicious and gave me a sense of normalcy.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Symptomatic Celiac
2 years ago

A must for those who have celiac disease. All fried food is gf!!!! Clear that they took precautions and get gluten free. I love!!!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
2 years ago

I love the food here. Fish is fresh and they have lots of gluten free items. The fish and chips are a treat but they have lots of healthy seafood too. They are great for gluten free with high awareness.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Staff accommodates
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  • — Dinner
  • — Good for kids
  • — Lunch
  • — Takeout
Celiac
2 years ago

The staff took the need for GF very seriously, including different runners brought out the GF dishes. Dedicated GF items that are SO GOOD! The Rhode Island calamari is exactly what you want it to be and the lobster roll is jam packed with fresh delicious lobster! Highly recommend for a great dining experience.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Gluten-Free Fries at Legal Sea Foods
Celiac
2 years ago

Fantastic experience. Allergy needs taking seriously and emphasized any time food brought to our table by a manager. We felt accommodated without being viewed as a burden. Staff was knowledgeable and courteous. Able to enjoy our time without feeling that we were a burden. Food was great.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Asymptomatic Celiac
3 years ago

This place is buried inside the mall and was tough to find. But the food was delicious and Legal Seafoods is always good with the gf items. I was even served warm, gf dinner rolls.

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  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
3 years ago

Great safe FRIED food!!!!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
4 years ago

We ate FRIED FOOD! All their fried batter is gluten free! The manager followed our meal through because of the celiac notification. Super friendly and knowledgeable. Great selection. Wish we could rate more stars!

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Gluten Intolerant
5 years ago

The waitress mentioned her mom has celiac disease and that she makes sure everything is up to the standards where she feels safe bringing her mom in. Got the lobster bake and ate it with no reaction.

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Symptomatic Celiac
5 years ago
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Celiac
5 years ago

Almost everything is gf and celiac safe. Gf fried seafood, delicious rolls, very knowledgeable kitchen! Everything fried is gluten free

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Celiac
5 years ago

This is probably one of the best places to eat gluten free, along with 110 Grill. I’ve eating here many times, every time something different, and have never gotten sick. The staff is really knowledgeable and they even bring you gf bread, which is pretty good. The only thing I didn’t like was the clam chowder—only the lite one is gluten free and it’s not good. Hopefully, they’ll make the regular one gf in the future.

Symptomatic Celiac
5 years ago

I was so happy with my meal here. I just got the fish and chips (which I’ve never had before but always wanted to try) and it was amazing how normal the breading tasted. I haven’t had any good fried food since finding out I was celiacs (not even a decent chicken finger) so this just blew me out of the park that I found something after all this time.

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5 years ago

Great meal, manager brought it out separately from everyone else’s meals. Separate fryer and lots of GF options.

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6 years ago
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Symptomatic Celiac
6 years ago

One of my best ever GF dining experiences

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6 years ago
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6 years ago

Great experience. Staff was very knowledgeable about celiac/gluten free food preparation as well as cross contamination. They were patient and willing to accommodate my needs.

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7 years ago

They seemed to take allergies seriously. They brought out delicious gluten free rolls and made sure to explain the precautions they would take when preparing my food.

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Celiac
7 years ago
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7 years ago

amazing so knowledgeable!!

Celiac
7 years ago

Tons of gluten free options they are good about letting you know it's gluten free when they set the dish down on your table.

I had fried calamari and fish and chips. YUM

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Celiac
8 years ago

Great service. Sooo gluten free friendly. First time in over a decade that I have been able to order fried calamari. So good. Gluten free clam chowder also good, says my husband. Hassle free, delicious. Wish we had a Legal Sea Food in California.

8 years ago
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Celiac
8 years ago

I make sure I visit one of their locations whenever I am in town. Delicious gf fish and chips and gf dinner rolls.

Celiac
8 years ago

Sooo good! Bring out gf rolls which are amazing! They can make almost everything without gluten! Fries have dedicated fryer! They also can make fried seafood gluten free! I wish we had one of these back where I live!

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8 years ago

Almost everything on the menu can be made gluten free- including their bread and fried food

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Celiac
8 years ago

I had a fair number of entree options here, but they did not have any gluten free desserts. Overall the food was good, but my moms tuna was very overcooked and my dish was somewhat bland. That said, I didn't get sick!

Celiac
8 years ago

Food was incredible and I made sure to specify that I had celiac disease. The manager (rather than my server) brought my food out just to acknowledge that it was GF, which was very nice. The GF rolls (free of charge) were warm and absolutely delicious! I got the fish and chips and my meal was huge and just wonderful. Will be coming back next time I'm in Boston.

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Symptomatic Celiac
9 years ago

I don't usually even like seafood, but I find that anything I have ordered is quite good at Legal Seafood. They have a dedicated gf fryer, and they take you seriously when you say you're celiac. I didn't get poisoned when I ate there, and I tend to react to very small amounts. You can eat here with confidence.

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9 years ago

Had a really great meal. Staffs were really helpful in recommending suitable meals for gluten and dairy free. ;)

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac
4 days ago

Dedicated gf fryer, gf batter, and knowledgeable staff! the food was great, too

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fish & Chips, Sandwiches, Fries
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety
  • — Dedicated fryer
Gluten Intolerant
1 week ago

First time here and already love this place! Let them know I was GF for an allergy and I was brought separate gf rolls, that tasted good! They have gf fish and chips and lobster roll

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fish & Chips, Lobster Rolls, Fries
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
3 weeks ago

Food was delicious, reasonably priced for Boston and tons of gf options! Anything our server was unsure about she immediately asked the kitchen and we got clear answered. We definitely will be back

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fried Oysters, Calamari
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  • — Dedicated fryer
Symptomatic Celiac
1 month ago

Food is good but I am not sure everything k Is safeAs they claim. Be carefull if you have Celiac disease.

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Hashimoto's
1 month ago

Most of the menu is gluten free and they include a gluten free promise. I feel safe eating here!

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GF Menu Items
  • — Beer, Fish & Chips, Sandwiches, Fries
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Dedicated fryer

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