Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing

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   Kristen

   Manchester

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had an exceptional meal! Our server James was great, very helpful and service was quick. They were extra busy due to the Nutcracker performance next door but we were not rushed and enjoyed it all. Kids menu was one of the best I’ve seen by daughter ate like a queen. Will definitely be back again.
   

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   PAULA

   Greater Boston

   13 reviews

   3.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   The last time I dined at a Legal Seafood restaurant was about 5 years ago. I remember the service and the food was pretty good. Tonight, the service was good, but the food was less than mediocre. I was with 2 other people. Two of us ordered the clams and linguine. The third person was planning to order shrimp scampi, but it was not on the menu, so she ordered the clams and linguine, but omitted the clams, and substituted shrimp. (for an extra charge). The waiter said that they had removed shrimp scampi from the menu; it was a seasonal item. We didn't understand why, since the clams and linguini were so close to shrimp scampi, and there were other shrimp items on the menu. Anyway, the clams and linguini, and the shrimp and linguine were all disappointing. The linguine was very dry. There was a little sauce in the bottom of the dish, but not enough to moisten the food on top of it. The clams were tough as old dried rubber bands. There were several broken pieces of clam shell the dishes. I wouldn't go to Legal Seafood again. Too many other choices in the area.
   

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   Imai

   Denver

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Best crab cakes ever! So conscientious of allergies. Great service.
   

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   Fernanda

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I think it’s always a good idea to eat in this restaurant.
   

   Legal Sea Foods – Downtown CrossingResponded 4 days ago

   Dear Guest, Thank you very much for the wonderful star review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your experience. Thanks so much for joining us and we look forward to serving you at your next visit! Best, Douglas Anderson, General Manager
   

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   Doug

   Western NC

   12 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Freshest fish I’ve ever eaten! Bar none! Always consistent.
   

   Legal Sea Foods – Downtown CrossingResponded 4 days ago

   Thanks for the review, Doug! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the freshest fish you've ever had. It's always our goal to provide consistent quality, so we're glad we hit the mark for you. Your kind words about our service and value are greatly appreciated. We look forward to serving you again soon! Douglas Anderson General manager
   

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   Doug

   Western NC

   12 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on November 27, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Delicious lightly battered haddock. So fresh, so flakey & light. With Caesar salad. Highly recommend.
   

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   Russ

   Charleston

   2 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 25, 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Calamari was very greasy; simply not good. Two of us had the baked haddock. We both agreed that it was dry and had no flavor. The broccoli was also bland and flavorless. Two others in our party had the grilled scallops. They were tiny (about nickel size) and were flavorless. Very disappointed in what is normally a good restaurant.
   

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   Michael

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 25, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely food and great staff I would certainly recommend.
   

   Legal Sea Foods – Downtown CrossingResponded on November 27, 2024

   Hi, We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Legal Sea Foods - Downtown Crossing! It's wonderful to know that our food and staff made a positive impression on you. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your feedback helps us do just that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Douglas Anderson, General Manager
   

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   Ted

   Greater Boston

   7 reviews

   2.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on November 24, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Very poor service. Wrong item brought to table. Parts of drinks missing. Scallops done badly. One highlight Pad Thai Qinoa was a lovely surprise
   

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    david

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Legal seafood is always a good experience. Always a great place to take visitors to the city and a great place to just sit down and have good food and conversation.
    

    Legal Sea Foods – Downtown CrossingResponded on November 25, 2024

    Hey, thank you so much for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing is a regular stop for you and your visitors. It's great to know that our food and service consistently meet your expectations. We're always striving to provide a top-notch dining experience and your feedback helps us do just that. We look forward to your next visit!
    

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