Legal Harborside

Everything fried is safe here! they have a Gluten free promise written in the menu! ordered sushi to go and stated Gluten free and gluten allergyin my notes. When we got the order it had a GF sticker that was branded and everything. can't wait to be a regular here!

* edit: got the fisherman's fried plater and it was great! They severGF rolls and asked the level of sensitivity. No issues and it was plenty to share between two or three.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Great place to eat. From the valet, hostess, server, to great food. GF knowledge. If it has the GF marking it is GF. A post said that the stuffed crab had gluten...... well it was not marked for GF.. Your post and rating should be dropped for being a TROLL. Great fish and chips and othe GF options.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

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

Had the angry shrimp and fish and chips both angry and normal. Also cheesecake and key lime pie. Will be back again and again and again.

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

Great food! Large selection of GF items. Food was delivered by a ‘certified food allergy specialist.’ GF taken very seriously here!

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

This place was amazing, I was able to get things that i haven’t had in years. The fried calamari was the best ever! Our server was knowledgeable about allergies and asked if CC was ok or not and made sure to tell the kitchen. Will definitely be back

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

I was so excited when I saw the menu and many gluten free options. The server was attentive to diet restrictions and brought me GF rolls. I ordered the fisherman’s platter and unfortunately I am suffering for it. Almost ordered the crab cakes and glad I didn’t. They had a gluten free symbol next to them but turns out they weren’t GF. Server told another person in my party after she had eaten 1/2 of it.

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?

— Average

Based on this app I came to Legal Harborside. I’ve been traveling to Boston for 20 years and never new the staple Legal Seafood had gluten free bread. I finally got to enjoy their famous lobster roll and fries!

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

Amazing experience! Best GF fried calamari I’ve had. They literally had an “allergen runner” come out with my order and explain how it was gluten free and safe. I was so impressed! Everything fried is gluten free here! Fried clams, fried scallops, fried everything…

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• 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?

— Excellent

I was very excited to find so many gluten free options including fried seafood. It clearly states on the menu that the breading used on all their fried seafood is gluten free. When asked if I had an allergy, and I responded that I had Celiac disease, I was told that special care would be taken with my order. Dinner rolls had been brought for my friends not needing gluten free, I was told I would get some gluten free ones which would take a little longer. They were well worth the wait! They were the best that I can remember ever getting in a restaurant! I ordered the fish and chips. My food was brought out separately before my friends meals were brought out. It was absolutely delicious! I would highly recommend this restaurant for a delicious gluten free meal!

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
• 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?

— Excellent

This is one of the best food experiences I have ever had! The staff and floor manager know their stuff and verified as they served food items that the were gluten free. The GF bread rolls are delicious, the fish and chips amazing, and the sushi/sashimi was perfection. Did not disappoint!!

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
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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

I had the fish and chips and it was so good! Tons of options and the staff seemed well versed and knowledgeable about allergies. They even brought warm gf rolls beforehand!

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

Came from Denver to the St Paddy’s Day parade. Grew up eating lots of fried seafood when I lived in Connecticut. Was so so so excited to find out they had a HUGE menu of options for me and lots of fried stuff- all the fried items are gluten free. AND I got to have rolls and not be left out of that fun. Server was so so nice. I felt comfortable and happy. Food was amazing and view beautiful. Probably won’t be back because of where I live but recommend for others visiting.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Server was very knowledgeable and double checked that the frier was dedicated gluten free. The chef even made all the crab cake sliders on gluten free buns for us to share.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

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

Excellent choices - separate server and felt they were taking all the neccessary precautions. Fried seafood all 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

Legal was my favorite restaurant since I was a kid, but the new ownership is unfortunately terrible. It’s no longer safe for anyone with allergies, and no longer good enough for people without.

I’ve had several negative dining experiences here in the past few months (as of September 2022). The most recent was the worst dining experience I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Bad service, bad drinks, and bad experience overall. My entire table agreed we would not be going back to legal anymore :(

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Food initially tasted good. Was a very busy restaurant for mid weekday. Got very sick less than an hour after dining. I am not sure their meals noted as GF are actually gluten free. Others in the party enjoyed their food.

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

— Not 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?

— Some

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

— Average

Server was great and knowledgeable. Tons of options. Had a shrimp tempura roll and a lobster roll (the hot one with butter). It was delicious!

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

— Very

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

What a disappointment! And an expensive one at that! Explicitly explained my son and I have celiac disease and need strictly gluten-free, with no cross contamination. Server assured me it was safe. I asked about the fries that came with the GF Lobster Roll. She didn’t think they were safe, but she’d check with the chef. Server asked if I wanted hot lobster with butter (yes) or cold lobster with mayo (no). She asked me twice. I asked how many ribs come in the GF ribs starters - 5, I was told. Great - perfect for our 4-person party.

The 2 non-GF meals for the rest of our group came. I asked about our GF ribs - where were they? That server wasn’t allowed, she was a non-allergen server. Finally, my son’s and my meals came at the same time as the ribs starter for the whole table, after the other half of our party as half-way finished. :( Nice that our food was delivered by a separate server, with gloved hands. However…. My GF Lobster Roll was, well, odd. And if that was the way it was supposed to be made, no one told me. It was a bed of chopped lettuce, with room temperature lobster with no butter, and 2 GF dinner rolls on the side. My son’s GF fish and chips were fine, and he ate them.

Our 5-rib appetizer was only 3 ribs with little meat.

By the time the server finally came back after avoiding us, I pointed out that I had ordered the GF Lobster Roll. I said I could understand if they had no GF bread for the roll (but come on! They are known for Lobster Roll!) and I asked where my side of fries were … or were they not safe? … the server said “The chef said he didn’t *think* they were safe,” so she didn’t bring me any and so did I want more dinner rolls? WHAT???!!! I pointed out that my son was served *GF* fries with his fish & chips and he just ate the last fry! And now she was telling me they were not safe?!?! “Oh! Well, then, they must be OK,” she said and she brought me a small basket of fries.

This was our big splurge for a nice meal when in town, and yet I was served a salad instead of a Lobster Roll, 3 ribs instead of 5 for our 4 people delivered after people we’re 1/2 way done eating, fries that weren’t safe for me were supposedly OK for my celiac son, then the server flipped her understanding and gave me fries anyway later on.

Such a disappointment!

Next time, I’ll save my $ and keep my expectations and visit Luke’s Lobster’s instead. MUCH more assuredly safe food and service.

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

— Not 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?

— Some

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

— Average

Wonderful experience

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

Tons of GF options here! Felt safe with the waitstaffs knowledge on gluten. Ate here twice with no issues!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Lobster tempura sushi was incredible. They took precautions and follow the same steps as the other locations.

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

— Very

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

Great meal, beautiful view. Lots of GF choices, would eat there again and again!!

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

Ate here twice. Fried Calamari was great. Dedicated fryer. Very good experience, the food coming out was brought out separately - different then the other food items. Catch of the day was good and had sushi.

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

From the very positive customer service by a knowledgeable server to the last bite of my gluten-free fish and chips platter, this restaurant earned its 5-star rating from me. This was our second time eating at this location in 3 years (we are out-of-staters), and both experiences were super. Not a frequent occurrence for this Celiac, so it was greatly appreciated. We will return again.

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

Amazing food and overall experience. We ate outside but the water. Very friendly GF options marked on the menu even fried foods and French fries. First fried shrimp in 15 years and it and the fried fish tasted great! So happy we came here. Other grilled options as well. Thanks!

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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Ordered gluten free sushi rolls. Noticed the brand of soy sauce wasn't gf and the waiter proactively mentioned this and brought a gf option. Was impressed with their knowledge of detail.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Separate fryer and gf batter and all that. Had fried calamari, oysters, and a scallop entree. They had run out of a bunch of stuff but otherwise good times (expensive obviously)

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?

— Some

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

— Good

An absolute go to for anyone with Celiac. Dedicated fryer and staff very knowledgeable. Manager brings out GF food. Highly recommend

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

All of their batter is gluten free so low chance is your food getting cross-contaminated. The manager brings out all gluten free food.

I got gluten free fried fish and chips with fries. It was absolutely amazing. Didn’t get sick at all. This was the most safe I felt eating out at a restaurant.

I would 100% recommend this place!!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Had fish and chips. Son had burger and fries. Both feeling fine hours later. This place is fantastic. Wish I didn't have to drive three states away to eat here. Service and food was excellent.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

its called Legal Harborside. Took my 6 year old celiac son there tonight. I'm not sure what glutened him (he had a hamburger on gf bun, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob and GF bread brought out before the meal and soft serve ice cream) but he is so sick right now, he was definitely glutened at this place. We will not be back. I wish there was an option to give zero stars.

Celiac friendly?

No

Never had an issue here and they have awesome dishes!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

It's technically considered a chain but I've always had a good experience here. The staff is accommodating and makes you feel comfortable. It's nice to be able to get fish n chips and feel relaxed about it.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing menu.. The staff was so accommodating !!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My boyfriend tried to take me here for a fancy dinner. He told them at reservation, at check in and upon being seated that we both have a serious gluten allergy. Despite them being told several times they still brought out a big basket of gluten filled bread while carrying the gluten free roll right on top of the gluten filled basket. Needless to say after seeing that I did not feel comfortable at all and left immediately!

I did try and contact legal's "safety manager" about this incident as I had already had an awful experience at legal's on the mystic and she never returned my call!

Celiac friendly?

No

Amazing Meal- Legal really is the top when it comes to working with food allergic guests- Well prepared food with lots of variety to choose from! GF menu choices are now indicated in the main menu- They even bring out warm gf dinner rolls (made locally by Something Sweet Without Wheat)- Our server was friendly, personable and very helpful-

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I was in gluten free heaven! When they brought me gluten free rolls, I knew it was going to be a great meal. I also had the buffalo shrimp appetizer and I had the lobster roll. Such a treat! I wish I lived here!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This restaurant is amazing! I went with a group of friends and we got a table on the rooftop. I told the manager that I have celiac and everything I was served was handled in such a special way. Its all a raw bar on the rooftop, but the sushi was amazing. They did bring one dish for our group to share that wasn't gluten free and were very clear to warn me about it, but also brought me a small plate of my own food so I could eat with my friends. Service like that is rare. I would definitely eat there again!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The BEST gluten free meal I have ever had! They can modify most of their dishes to be GF. They use chick pea breading to make any of the fried or breaded items. They have dedicated fryers for GF meals. I had the buffalo shrimp appetizer. Absolutely delicious! For dinner I had breaded sea scallops and French fries. Also very delicious. The scallops were so tender and the breading very light. They also have the most delicious, soft, GF rolls they buy from a local bakery. My husband who is not GF liked my rolls better than the regular rolls. If you're celiac and in Boston DO NOT miss this restaurant!

Celiac friendly?

Yes