Gluten-Free at Legal Sea Foods

Legal’s is one of the very few places around where all fried food is GF, so eat that calamari and get those fries! Excellent, fresh fish, great service and friendly staff.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Son is celiac-best gluten free calamari hands down! Delicious food, and son did not have a reaction at all. Staff was very knowledgeable.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Staff caring, thoughtful and concerned about Celiac concerns. From the seater, waiter, chef and manager, the experience at Boylston Ave., The Legal was an A+

The manager was requested by myself to go over safety issues for gluten free issues. The chef came out with the entrees which was reassuring. All dedication fryer questions were anzwered.

answered.

The previous beer batter had been removed two months previous. There no complications,no cross contaminations, and I am ultra reactive to gluten dust and airborne gluten. I had no problems and would highly recommend talking to the management should you be Celiac and have read any previous comments from an earlier timeframe.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

By far, my favorite restaurant in my area. As a Celiac, I’m thrilled to have safe food from a GF frier plus the menu changes a bit here and there to offer up new Test Kitchen option. My partner also loves it!

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

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

Dedicated fryer. Haddock or pollock. Lots of gf options.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• 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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies

Phenomenal seafood! Tons of options clearly marked on the menu. They also have gf rolls. I got the Fishermans Platter which was huge. It came with fish, scallops, shrimp and calamari. They were able to do “rhode island” style peppers and garlic on the side for the calamari. A must go to if you’re visiting or live in the area.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Went out for date night and had an amazing experience here. Separate fryers and lots of gf choices that are marked clearly. I had some delicious fried calamari and the Cioppino. Felt very safe here and didn’t get sick and I am very sensitive. I would come here a lot if I lived in the area.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

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.

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

— 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

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.

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

— 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

Not dedicated gluten free but definitely nice place to get burgers. Staff are super friendly too!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

Great safe FRIED food!!!!

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Most meals can be made GF, hot gf rolls were great, food was good and the waitress was very knowledgeable. 10/10 would recommend

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

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

They no longer have gluten free rolls. Can’t get the lobster stuffed. They do have a separate gluten fryer. After we told waiter of gluten allergy he brought us regular rolls, good thing we always double check before eating. My celiac husband got sick. I also got sick and don’t have celiac. Cocktails were mediocre. Better places to try in Boston in my opinion.

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Average

The staff was very knowledgeable. They have a dedicated gluten free fryer for fries, fried fish, calamari, etc. it was absolutely delicious and I’m so glad that I discovered this place!

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

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

— 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
• 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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

I was disappointed to find out that they no longer have gluten-free rolls/bread at this location 😕 I did order fish & chips which are still GF

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

I was really excited to eat here because of the great reviews. I came for the lobster roll and ended up getting sick. They were out of the gf lobster roll bun so it came on two mini sliders that were old and hard. The lobster itself was very good. The server said the fries could be made in a separate fryer, so that was also a plus. All in all, ok food, overpriced and be careful if you have celiacs!

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Below Average

They take GF very seriously. Always our first stop when we get to Boston. They serve GF rolls and many items are available GF. We got the GF fried shrimp and it was amazing. The manager brings the GF items out separately from everyone else’s food. Always a great experience.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Idk about this place. We ordered a burger gluten free and it just came without a bun. They can do a bunch of stuff gf tho

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

Great food. Dedicated fryer and I didn’t get sick.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Fantastic seafood. They still have gluten free fish n chips and gluten free calamari. They have a dedicated fryer. It’s not listed on the menu, but order the signature fish n chips gf and I didn’t get sick. Great service.

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

— 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 lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

Love Legal seafood - they’re knowledgeable about celiac and have a dedicated fryer. The only thing you can’t have is the beer battered fish and chips.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

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

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

— Excellent

I as assured everything was gluten free but was sick for two days

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

— Not at all

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?

— Poor

They used to be great for celiac GF eaters, unfortunately they just added a beer batter fried fish to their menu ( not gf beer) Which now cross contaminated their frier so the fried options (french fries) are off limits

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

— 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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

GF options are limited but our server was knowledgeable about celiac. He helped me find a safe meal (grilled fish with veggies), and I did not get sick.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

Overall I give this place a “meh”. I will start off by saying that in addition to being strictly GF, I also don’t eat seafood. That limited my options significantly but that is not the fault of the restaurant. We chose to eat here based on the rave reviews but I was not impressed. There are so many better places in Boston. For example, I asked about a dedicated fryer in regards to the French fries and our server said they did not have one, which is contrary to other reviews. Our server was knowledgeable about cross contamination which I did appreciate. To make my burger GF, they pan seared it and I had no bun. Not terrible but, again, not great. My non-GF husband got an expensive scallop dish that was a very small portion.

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

— Not very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— Some

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

— Average

Other Characteristics

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

This used to be one of my go to places. Sadly, since they were bought out that will not be the case again.They’ve changed their procedures now can’t guarantee that any fried food is gluten-free. He also seemed to not be terribly confident about cross-contamination.. Offered to bake me some scallops but I was just too uneasy. I will miss you legal seafoods.

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

— 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

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

Legals is no longer good with gluten free :(. SOO VERY SAD! They reduced their menu but even though they say some fried seafood is GF, it isn't because they now offer beer batter which is fried in the same fryer. Roger Berkowitz should not have sold out to this restaurant group. Legals has spent years perfecting batter for deep fried seafood and GF rolls and specializing in allergies. It was clear the GF rolls were not freshly baked, they were reheated and very dry and hard - terrible. Their fryers are now contaminated with beer batter (please let's not go back to the 1990's!) I have been going to Legals for years, they did gluten free when it wasn't "popular". They now don't even offer GF rice. My favorite entree was the jasmine special which is no longer even able to be made. Our waitress who was GF suggested I get a salad, really??? So Extremely Disapointed!!

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

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

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout

Amazing meal. Had the fried calamari and lobster roll. Spoke with the manager and he told us that EVERYONE gets the GF version of the calamari since they converted the recipe about 5 years ago. Very knowledgeable and accommodating. Manager brings out any GF order personally. My daughter is celiac and had NO issues.

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

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

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

I, unfortunately have a shellfish allergy to go along with celiac. I asked if the chef could make something off menu for lunch and was immediately told by the server that it would be fine. And it was absolutely delicious! This was our first time dining in at a restaurant since before the pandemic hit and I couldn’t have felt more comfortable.

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

— 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 takeout

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

— 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

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

— Good

Our server informed us that all of the batter they use for fried foods is gluten free! I had the calamari, fried shrimp, and fries with no reaction or issues! The food was phenomenal and would absolutely recommend

The amount of food was great! And the quality was amazing!

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

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

All the fried food is available gluten free!! I was able to eat fried clams and fried scallops. Delicious!!

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Honestly there are so many better options in Boston for seafood that I don’t think Legal is worth the money. Their calamari is heavy and not as good as 110 grill, which seems ridiculous since Legal is a seafood restaurant. The last time I went to this location they didn’t have any GF rolls or buns. The grilled seafood is mediocre and not any better than what you could just prepare at home.

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

— 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?

— Some

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

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

I would definitely not consider them gf. Ordered a gf lobster roll, its just a pile of lobster on a lettuce leaf. NO ROLL!!

Love their fish n chips. They are not open right now due to covid. Hope they reopen soon😩

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Could be the most comfortable I’ve felt in a restaurant. When you tell them you’re GF the manager instantly gets involved and makes sure everything is taken care of. Delicious GF fried shrimp!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

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

— Excellent

They are very conscious and friendly about gluten allergies

Excellent food, many gluten free options

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

— Very

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

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

— Excellent

Legals has a great selection of gluten free menu items. First time I have been able to enjoy Fish & Chips in years. Look for the gluten free icon on the regular menu.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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

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!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The most GF friendly restaurant I’ve been to in a long time! Love the rolls and fries! Legals is the best!!

Awesome for celiacs!!! Great protocols. All fried food is gluten free. Get smiles with the Nima. Highly recommend.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wait staff and management very aware of and attentive to gluten issues. We had breakast here and manager brought food to the table to assure us of GF status.

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

— 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?

— Some

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

— Excellent