I felt like I needed to update my review. I went back in on Halloween night with my date, her sister and two other friends (can you tell I like Legals?). It was not busy, most likely because it was Halloween night and we went for a late dinner. Much to my delight, Kate was working and I had asked if she could be our waitress again. The hostess had no problem setting us up with Kate. She even remembered who I was and what I had for wine the week or so prior. The service just like the first time was exemplary. Kate is a testament on how a waitress should act and treat their customers. I can not wait until the next time I go in. Kate also recommended to us the Thai Calamari and it did not disappoint!!
(5)
Kate A.
I brought my grown daughter there Wednesday, sat at the bar. Had appetizers and cold, delicious drinks. The service was attentive and good. I will definitely go back and recommend to others.
(5)
Janice S.
My husband and I really enjoy going and siting at the bar great fun atmosphere! We love the sushi and I enjoy the crab cake appetizer but got it last nite and was so disappointed it is like half the size now!! Service is always great! Please bring back your FULL size crab cake!
(4)
Kelley C.
Legal C Bar is great, but last night we had to switch waiters because our first lovely waitress had to go home. She told us we would be having Brian H the waiter. We finished our first round of drinks and 20 mins later, no Brian. She was leaving and had to order us another drink because he was nowhere to be found. after we got those, he never came over to ask anything. we've been there for about two hours over the course of the night, maybe 45 mins with him as our waiter. I got his attention and my date ordered another drink. he walked away and 10 minutes later proceeded to say he couldn't get him another drink because he thought he slurred. we ate a nice dinner and had two drinks over the course of two hours and not once got us drinks and the first time he is asked he says NO! it was completely rude and he had no interest in us for the half hour before my date asked for his first drink with him as our waiter. I can assure that he was not slurring and it was completely shocking. I love legal sea foods and the chains but this waiter here was rude and ignorant. I am sure he just wanted to get us to leave from the moment he had to wait on our table. at this point there was probably only 6 tables with people sitting so it was just rediculous.
(1)
Jason D.
Don't order the seafood casserole. The menu lists lobster as an ingredient. Lobster must have missed my dish. When I told the waitress she said it's all pre-mixed and that not every dish will have lobster.
(1)
Sam S.
This place is spectacular, beautiful! Something is missing, though??? Bloody Mary was spicy and delicious in a very small but tall glass with no alcohol (I felt ripped off)! We had a couple of sandwiches that I would never order again. The staff is over the top great!
(3)
Karen C.
Legal C Bar is first class. Our service was excellent, however, we went at 5:15 and it fills quickly. We liked the ambience and vibe. I ordered the Sashimi to start and it was one of the best I've had. Perfect portion and not too spicy. Delicious. Spouse ordered chowder , it was the quality and flavor you expect. If you like a Martini I highly recommend the Pear Martini, not too sweet , just delicious so much so I (eek) had number 2! Hubby stayed with beer then traditional fish and chips dinner. I tasted and it was excellent. I read antithetical review about about the Seafood casserole, I beg to differ...mine had lobster, shrimp, sweet scallops and delicious Haddock. I would order again. I had been at first opening and had the Everything Tuna. steak, it was to die for and a generous portion. If you are watching calories it came with yummy spinach and steamed rice. This was most delicious, recommend this very highly, Cannot wait to go back! Just loved it! As good as Boston and closer , easy parking. A Gem
(5)
Dan S.
Oh yum! This updated take on Legal Sea Foods is a good concept. Family-friendly without peddling to them, this is a place that a hipster or grandmother feel equally comfortable. We got seated within a few minutes of walking in on a Friday evening. They were busy but had good turnover. And then the food! Delicious fish n chips, sea scallops that melt in your mouth and naturally delicious clam chowder! Service was very prompt and attentive. No complaints at all there. Good kids choices as well. It may not be the most gourmet, but this was a really enjoyable place to eat on a Friday night visiting the area.
(5)
Mike K.
I should preface this review with the fact that I am not a lover of all things seafood. However, I had a gift certificate and decided to check this place out. We went on a Tuesday night and it was actually really busy. Nice Summer evening, so we sat on the patio. The patio is totally covered so the restaurant can always accommodate those who prefer the al fresco dining experience regardless of rain. We had this kung pao cauliflower thing for an appetizer and it was fantastic. Nice kick and perfect for two people. My wife had a Caesar salad for her main course as she is vegetarian, and she seemed happy enough with her choice. I had the steak tips and they were really good. They were grilled and not broiled which is always a better method for maximum flavor. As this Legal Seafoods location is in the new Lynnfield Marketplace which we frequent often, we might actually come back here again. The service was pretty good too.
(3)
Anthony S.
A modern twist on the classic Legal Seafood menu. The staples are l still here, but with plenty of cool additions like sushi, pizza, tacos, fried pickles and more that you wouldn't find on the regular Legal menu. The sushi and seafood is as fresh as it gets. I can't say I've ever had anything bad here. Even the pizza is surprisingly good for being a seafood place. I love the decor here, especially the exterior blue "wave" tiles that reflect the sun like the ocean. The location couldn't be better, either as it's among the first things you see when you enter Market Street Plaza. The cocktail menu is also really good, and they've got a whole wall of different types of vodka.
(4)
Elizabeth C.
Our go-to place on Sunday afternoon. Love the martinis. Bar staff is professional. Can't beat the chowder. Adorable sailing motif. Classy.
(5)
Anthony B.
5 Stars hands down! My girlfriend and I have now dined at Legal C Bar 4 times, and have absolutely enjoyed the experience each time. Right from when you walk through the front door, to being seated is a great experience with the staff! The restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere with an outdoor patio for eating with a great view of the Market Place. I particularly love the empty bottles sticking out of the back wall at the back of the restaurant, this gives it a nice touch. My girlfriend has a lobster and mussels food allergy in which management made her feel very comfortable in knowing that they take it very seriously. I always order the Everything Tuna which is my favorite. The Tuna is prepared perfectly and always fresh. I would recommend Legal C Bar to any seafood or non seafood eater. It is truly a great place to dine!!!
(5)
Heather O.
Our bill was $130 and if it weren't for my friend offering me her leftovers I would have left hungry. We split a half dozen oysters and I ordered the swordfish with two sides. Of course the ones I wanted (healthier options) were $2 more each. Asparagus- I spent $2 extra for literally 4 of them. The side salad- $2 extra for lettuce and a few peas. I was expecting a bit more for the salad. My friend had shallots and radish in hers but I just had lettuce and a few peas. The side salad here should be ashamed of itself. She got fried scallops and French fries. I guess you have to get fried food here to leave full. The service was odd. I got my salad 15 minutes before she got hers, and then the oysters came which we ordered well before.
(3)
Aerin L.
This is one of my favorite restaurants legal seafood always impresses and satisfies. I love the New England clam chowder and fresh salad that you can top with salmon squid or any type of fish you like. The atmosphere is lovely always a nice place to go to dinner or meet a friend thank you.
(5)
Chris F.
A million stars for providing me with the first stress free meal since having my second baby. My husbands birthday was upon us and I am the worst kind of buzzkill to have dinner with because I currently cannot eat dairy or soy. My little one has an intolerance to both which leads to days of unpleasantness if I am not insanely careful. Who knew that soy is in practically every damn thing we put in our mouths?? I feel like a pretentious twit asking for a breakdown of every ingredient especially to a very busy server so I usually avoid eating anywhere but home. Our waitress at legal c was super chill about helping me find a dish even though the place was slammed. A couple modifications and we were good to go. The manager hand delivered my food and stressed how seriously they took food allergies. It was really great. The spicy tuna roll was delicious. My oysters were fresh, cleanly shucked and perfect. My cocktail was strong and ice cold. My husbands dish was also excellent it was a lemon caper fish entree. I'd dined here prior to my restrictions and enjoyed the sushi before and the basics like clam chowder and lobster rolls. Repeating what others have said its a nice space. Modern and clean with good outdoor seating. Acoustics are a bit much;I wouldn't come here for a quiet date night but it's a solid place with consistent food and great service.
(5)
K Sera S.
Absolutely solid if somewhat unremarkable cuisine--but what does one expect in a shopping center restaurant? The sushi special roll of the day was a tuna with a hot (but not too hot) pepper flavor that was thoroughly satisfying. The lemon sole was a nicely prepared on a bed of sauteed spinach that had not been cooked to within an inch of its life (as so often happens). The servers were fine, but attentive to the point of it being comical. If I was asked once during a 40 minute meal if I needed anything, I was asked a dozen times. I'm eating; what do you think I need? Stock tips? Emotional support? A nail file? Back off.
(3)
Tudor P.
For a seafood chain this place is tops. Great menu selection from raw bar to sushi, pizza and grilled food. Great service at this location.
(5)
Eric And Arisa C.
Atmosphere: 5-stars Food: 5-stars Service: 5-stars Atmosphere: Great outdoor seating, love this small outdoor mall area. They seem to play a lot of reggae music, which is nice for the atmosphere. The inside is also cool, a by chilly during the day, but very comfortable and cool lighting in the evening. Great bar. Nice, clean bathrooms. Food: Favorites of its include: The Wedge Salad (amazing bleu cheese vinaigrette - very light and refreshing salad, great size!) Bang bang cauliflower Deviled eggs The white wine flight is fantastic (or at least was when we went) The calamari has great flavor, but it's a touch dry and a little heavy even though it's not that big - it may be a bit much for 2 people, but would be a great dish for a bigger party to share Service: Phenomenal general manager, extremely attentive and professional.
(5)
Agnes S.
Fun atmosphere and loved the tables outside. The service was great. The lobster roll was to die for. The Tuna burger was ok- nothing particularly special. The mussels were out of this world- we essentially drank the broth :-)
(5)
Raisa S.
Joe and I are huge fans of Legal Seafood, it's really the only chain that I go to pretty frequently and enjoy. We've gone to Burlington a bunch of times, and a few different locations in the city. I liked the setup of this place, I thought the decor was really great and it is definitely loud but I think that's part of the experience instead of a super fine dining experience like you would find in Boston. So that part didn't really bother me. I always pretty much have a positive food experience, the quality is always high and consistent. My biggest issue with this location was the service. Our waitress was nice, but just seemed like she was in a HUGE rush. I'm not sure if there weren't any specials (hard to believe on a Saturday night) but she didn't tell us any specials, and would quickly ask what we wanted/if we needed anything and sprint off before we could get anything else. Joe wanted to get gluten free rolls, but he couldn't talk fast enough before she'd walk away. For appetizers we got the buffalo popcorn shrimp and fried pickles which were REALLY good. I hadn't seen either of these at any other location and they were really great. Joe got the paella for his meal and I got the wood grilled shrimp with lemon butter sauce. Everything was good. Just mediocre service and I think I still prefer the Burlington location for something nearby.
(3)
Mark W.
Came in for a quick work meeting and ended up sitting at the table for about 3 hours catching up on work. Not only was the sushi delicious but the staff was super courteous even though I was being a bit of a pain by just drinking iced teas and taking up a table for an afternoon. Always have to appreciate good customer service on top of good food.
(5)
Kare C.
0 stars. Wtf. We came here and they quoted us 2 hours wait time. Then they changed it to 3 hours after we waited for an hour. This is all in pouring rain and with two babies. There was a big table half empty for half an hour and barely any people waiting. When one of us went to check to see how much time is left, the hostess had the audacity to snap at us. If you didn't want our business (and it was obvious), just let us know. We don't need to eat here. We don't care if you have the best food in the world (and you don't), but you sure do have the shittiest/most biased service. Btw, it's been 6 hours and still no call that a table is ready. Of course we aren't still waiting there for that table to pay for snottiness (went to have a delicious dinner at a Thai restaurant who welcomed us with warm friendly service), but what is wrong with this picture?
Best meal of my trip to Boston was here. At this chain restaurant. Don't judge me; they produced a great meal and top notch service. Went here for lunch on our last day of corporate training in Boston. Had their special surf and turf sushi roll as an appetizer on the recommendation of the waiter. He did right by us on this one - it had tenderloin and avocado inside and was topped with crab and tamago. One guy refused to touch it and one guy only ate one piece, so more for me! Ordered the crab cake lunch. Crabcake with an accompanying salad - and fries for me:) The crab cake was smaller than I expected, but delicious with lots of crab and not a lot of filler. The salad was fresh with some interesting components and yummy dressing. The fries were hand cut and really tasted like potatoes. The service was good and the pace of the meal was just right. Kind of wished I had discovered this place earlier in the trip so I could have eaten here more than once. Next time.
(4)
Kimberly K.
We were seated 15 min late for our res. but the atmosphere was nice and thankfully they had a waiter walking around delivering drinks to patrons. The bar was a madhouse on a fri night. The waitress at our table was phenomenal. Truly. I wish I could remember her name. Orange dragon roll was fresh, but unremarkable. Orange wasabi calamari was delicious, but lacked spice. We put more fresh wasabi on it and it was great. Oysters were top notch. Spaghetti squash and goat cheese pizza was amazing. I really loved it. Warm chocolate pudding with ice cream and coco macaron was just so so. Tiny cocktails with very little alcohol may prevent us from returning often.
(4)
Mark D.
We went to Legal c bar early with a large party. The hostess help us out yesterday when we called. There was 10 of us. Some came later than expected. Our server Mallory just rolled with it. She was OUTSTANDING Food great , wine and Ritas awesome. But Mallory made the night Two people were gluten free at the table and they were wow at the attention she paid to her needs. Thank you. Legal C
(5)
Neil M.
Service was mediocre at best and that has been a constant trend for us at this restaurant. Cozy factor non existent, it has a cold feel which is different than their other restaurants. I know this is a loser version but I think the amount of industrial design is a bit much. Food very good and everything. I would expect from a solid restaurant chain.
(3)
S N.
Best clams I've had. As large as your hand. Appetizers are better than the main courses. My ahi tuna first came out well done, rather than the rare I had specified, but was replaced without a fuss. It was good, if a bit unremarkable.
(3)
Eleanor C.
My friend called reserved a table for 10 for Wed 12/10 at 5 pm. We arrived and only ended up having a party of 6 so we informed the staff about change of party #. They seemed put off and inconvenienced and that attitude from the staff lasted throughout our entire evening. We immediately offered to move to a smaller table. They told us we were fine where we were and placed dividers so they could seat additional parties of two or four people. We looked at the drink menu and wine list (as for most of us it was our first time at Legal C's Market Street location .) We asked questions about some of the menu items and ordered a round of drinks but were made to feel very rushed on making a decision as to what we were ordering. Appetizers meant to be meals for two of us and were asked to be brought with the rest of the dinners were brought out immediately as if they ignored anything we needed or asked for. Although all of our food and drinks were excellent, the waitstaff were very impersonable and seemed bothered by our entire presence all evening. Anytime we asked for something we seemed to get a negative attitude. They brought our check very early in the dinner before we had a chance to even order a 2nd drink!!! We started a 2nd check for a drink and appetizer order and were made to feel as if we were not wanted there. We again asked if it was ok to stay there or if they needed us to move but they gave us a non-convincing ok to stay. At $9-$11 for a glass of wine the staff should be happy we chose to spend our money at Legal C's...we should have taken our business elsewhere. When we settled the bill, we specifically asked for change as we split things 4 ways..the waitress brought us all $10 bills back instead of lower denominations to tip with. We were given quite an attitude when we asked a 2nd time for appropriate change but reluctantly she finally brought it to us. In the competitive restaurant industry you should be making a commitment to serving your patrons and making sure they are happy with every aspect of their dining experience. Legal C's may have had great food but completely lacked the staff and atmosphere to back it up. We will never go back here based on how horribly we were treated as guests. Save your money and your self esteem and go to one of the many other restaurants at Market Street Lynnfield!
(1)
Nikki B.
I just love the service here and the access to shopping. One of my faves! You must get the crab cakes and the mussels.
(5)
Kim B.
Absolutely love this place! Food is always amazing! Love that they have sushi and cocktails are delicious!
(5)
Meredith D.
I have been to many legal chains. The C bar in lynnfield is not my favorite (my favorite might be legal harborside) but I think the atmosphere is a bit better than the classic legal chains. Food is what you would expect. At our most recent trip, I enjoyed the Anna's baked scrod with butternut squash and spinach. My husband had the wood grilled trout with butternut squash and sugar snap peas (considered a "premium side"). Food is consistent. Nothing crazy exciting, but good, fresh fish. I do wish they had some more interesting side dishes to choose from. Service was good. Not a bad place to go if you want a decent fish meal. If you want something less classic and more trendy, this is not the place.
(4)
D B.
Although I adore Mr. B., and the regular Legal Chain restaurants, this design concept and price point takes the cake! We dined on a weekend when the house was less than a quarter full, the hard surfaces, semi-open kitchen and lack of any noise buffers made it seem like you were dining next to one of those machines that crushes junk cars! $139 for lunch for 2 is a bit much unless I get a pedicure in Champagne! And I now need a hearing test to see if I lost an ear drum! I won't be back or recommend! Been there done that, got the T-shirt and the head set for the Range or when using power equipment in case someone invites me to dine there!
(1)
Ashley F.
The food is consistently great. The sushi and the calamari are my go-to picks. Tim, one of the managers always checks in with us to make sure we are happy. Super friendly staff. Over-all great experience.
(5)
The B.
Lobster should NOT be pliable. My girl got the lobster roll and we can't figure out what was done to it. It wasn't just rubbery meat, it was stretchy and mushy and that rendered it inedible. A real disappointment. I got the steamed 1.25-1.5 pound lobster and felt like I was being tricked. I have eaten enough lobster in my life to know the difference between a chix and a 1.5 pounded. I'm no fool so don't try to cheat your patrons. Ambiance is adorable, food wasn't worth returning. For a seafood place the lobster should be top notch not sub-par. We won't be back!
(2)
John S.
We liked it so much we came back 2 nights later on a cold quiet Monday night. We had the same waiter, Marc. He recognized us and knew we wanted the White Clam Pizza as a starter (awesome). Now that's a good waiter. He even knew why the booth seat backs had numbers on them. I had to ask. Busy or quiet the service and food we have found it outstanding. I had a Caesar Salad with a skewer of delicious scallops. Frito Misto was well liked as was the Hoisin glazed Salmon.
Did not meet the expectations of Legal Seafoods. The appetizers, limited sushi options, and clam chowder were all very good. The fried clams were great! But the grilled salmon entree fell quite short. Not a very good quality piece of salmon, and it was cooked well done when asked to be prepared medium rare. Nice restaurant, but could be better.
(3)
Tina G.
My friend and I had a great birthday lunch here today! Salmon was cooked perfectly, and drinks were amazing! Jonathan was an amazing server, very attentive and his knowledge truly helped ensure we had a great dining experience. There was one minor food issue with my meal, however, it was handled promptly and professionally. Being in the industry we understand the recoil of just that-- but regardless We will back! The faro Island Salmon is a MUST TRY!
(5)
H S.
I have yet to have a bad meal here. The seafood is incredible and on par with all other Legal locations. They have sushi too which is on point. Staff is nice and it's doable to make reservations here on busy nights. Sometimes there's a small wait but it's always worth it. And they have outdoor seating! Here and there, the atmosphere feels a little clubby when they start playing bad music, and it can be a little loud since they pack everyone in. Otherwise though, the food makes everything worthwhile.
(4)
Jow O.
Good place for dinner. Make a reservation or plan on waiting 2 hours on a weekend. Try your luck at the bar and you'll grab a seat there if you don't mind. Full me I at the bar. We orders a bunch of apps. Devilish eggs - great. 1 hard boiled egg 2 halves wh bacon. Kung pao cauliflower - very good Shrimp wh blue cheese and hot sauce -Was really good. Fried pickles - on point! Crispy and tangy like they're supposed to be Clam chowder was great - standard Legal chowder how can you go wrong!?! Pepperoni and crab pizza - okay pretty much every restaurant in boston Serves "flatbreads" aka pizza. This was very good. Creamy. Crabby and pepperoni. The drinks were good! We had the cucumber cooler and the El Camino. I had to subtract 1 star for all the ice in the El Camino. And it was crushed ice!! A full glass of crushed ice. Not cool, Legal.
(4)
Mark S.
Bang Bang Cauliflower. That is all.
(4)
Lauren T.
First of all - we usually love a Legal restaurant - but we had possibly the most miserable meal and experience at Legal C we have had in a long time. Most of the misery was around the atmosphere - it was so freaking COLD in the restaurant (it was a very hot day) that we were literally shivering throughout dinner. In fact, after ordering drinks and apps we almost decided to go someplace else to eat but didn't want our server to lose the table. It's also a loud restaurant - even not full to capacity the two of us were struggling to hear one another across the table. Anyway - incredibly cold. On an up note - one of the prettiest restrooms I've seen in a long time! We had the shrimp cocktail - which was fine - although hardly huge shrimp. I had the crab cake appetizer which is served with a tiny side salad. The crab cake was good - nice large chunks of crab and the side salad was yum - but really - $15 for one small crab cake? I rarely complain about prices, but was horrified. We also had some signature cocktails - a cucumber cooler and a watermelon specialty drink. The cucumber cooler is served on the rocks and is really about the smallest cocktail I've seen served "tall" in a long time. We ordered a sushi roll and the "tortilla, goat cheese (and something else) salad". The sushi roll was fine. The salad was an incredible disappointment - over dressed, with virtually no tortilla strips and having a certain nondescript flavor. It's the first time in our family we have left more than half a salad on the plate at a restaurant. The little pile of greens that came with my crab cake was better.
(2)
Christine B.
the food was delicious and the service was good, but it was still over all disappointing. The menu was very limited compared to what the offer at the traditional Legal Seafood, 1/2 of which has the price point listed as "market price". This in and of itself is no big deal, but if my husband had known the market price for swordfish was over $30 he would have just ordered lobster. I had the paella, my only caveat is that I would've liked the rice cooked a little longer to crisp up as it was on the mushy side. All in all we had a nice anniversary dinner, but we weren't wow'ed for the price of the meal. we could've gone to yard house or fugakyu and had a superb meal for the same price, heck we could've had a meal and a few rounds of bowling at Kings for the cost of our dinner. I wish we'd gone to the proper legal' so my husband could've gotten the clam bake he had wanted which is not offered at C bar.
(3)
Linna T.
My sister and our boyfriends tried this place for the first time a few nights ago. For our appetizers, we ordered raw oysters (cowboy), sriracha pop corn shrimp, and clam chowder. The oysters were great! Fresh and tasty. We also loved the presentation of the shrimp. There were actual popcorn and a popcorn bag! However, popcorn was very sweet and sriracha sauce was spread only on a portion of the shrimp. For the entrees: The men order steak tips which came with fries and cold slaw. Fries were very crunchy and a little overcooked, steak tips were delicious! My sister and I ordered sushi. I heard about the California rolls having real crab--- tried it and like previous posts I felt it was rather bland. Our meal all came fast and the waitress was... okay. -1 star due to us asking for water more than three times and she never asked if I wanted another drink. I ordered a margarita which I finished within 15 minutes. It was a very small drink. Honestly, Legal Seafood in Peabody is a lot better than Legal C Bar. The portion there is a lot bigger than Legal C Bar. Plus, my water always got filled without me asking for more.
(3)
Alyssa B.
Excellent dinner tonight. Spectacular service (thanks Lauren!). Crab cake was amazing. Wine flights were a great choice. Shellfish platter is a must have. Steak tips were cooked PERFECTLY. Just an all-around great dinner.
(5)
Paolino P.
I want to start out with I love Legals but I feel that Mr Berkawitz ( not sure on the spelling) is now over stretching. Legal C bar Legal Test Kitchen Legal Harbor Legal on the Mystic Legal on your Sisters ass. Just stop! Go back to the basics. This place although the few things on the menus are tasty as an entirety the menus is small and boring. The bar is set up poorly and is chaotic at best. I personally will not be visiting this location again. The regular Legals and even the Harbor side is worth a trip but this location is a joke.
(2)
Ashleigh H.
Absolutely amazing. My server was great, wish I got his name. We ordered a shrimp tempura app- so delicious! I ordered the jasmine special which used to be my favorite meal at Joe Fish. This was yummy, huge shrimp, ample broccoli, and yummy fluffy rice. Typically I only give restaurants 4 stars because 5 is for when it really deserves it... And this was it! The staff was friendly and organized, the location is great, the food excellent, and the decor was cute and fun too.
(5)
Jules K.
Sangria is incredible.. The buffalo shrimp app and spinach and feta dip app were great. The place is slammed on weekends but it's worth the wait. I like the ambiance a lot as well and all the servers I've had have been wicked nice.
(4)
Audrey D.
I have had lobster rolls at many expensive restaurants that have a much better reputation than legal, yet I have never been charged $30 for a lobster roll in my life. If you are going to charge $30 for your lobster roll, it should be absolutely brimming with lobster. This wasn't. Beware of the "Market Price," as the food is very overpriced.
(2)
John N.
Legal C-Bar what art thou??!!?? No really, similar if not the same menu as Legal's regular restaurant, half the seating with a bar! I get it... I get it... Not a "sit down, bring the family type of place where I can kick back and enjoy", then be a bar! So should I sit down and have lunch/dinner then? Then be a restaurant! Food: Bang Bang Cauliflower!!! 'Nuff said!!! Interesting "theory" with decent execution. I think if you switched up the menu and made it more casual more focus on the bar I would like it better, but I would come back. With Legal chains you expect a certain quality and that CERTAINLY is there! That's not why the 3 stars, that's from the constant scratching of my head to decide how to enjoy and soak up the atmosphere... Should I relax and grab a beer or be stuffy and feel like I'm at my bosses thanksgiving??? Got me! Oh and did I say BANG BANG CAULIFLOWER? because if not the BANG BANG CAULIFLOWER is amazing... No the BANG BANG is BANG BANG!!!
(3)
AJ Q.
I made a reservation online for 4 on a Saturday night. I then called that afternoon and asked if they could move it up an hour, and was really surprised when they did. I had placed a comment in the notes field of the online reservation that both couples were celebrating anniversaries, and that one of the diners had celiac disease (no gluten). I'm never sure if anyone really reads those notes, but they read mine. They made sure to ask which of us was GF. They also brought us a free app to help celebrate the occasion, delicious large shrimp. We ordered GF calamari which were delicious, as was the rest of the meal. All of us were happy with our entree's. The service was great and they even brought over a complimentary desert at the end of the evening. It was a really special evening and they went out of their way to help us celebrate on a very busy night. This wasn't our first time at this location, we've been there at least twice before and had nice meals then as well. We'll definitely return again.
(5)
Candy M.
Worst service ever! Sat at the bar. Bartender was completely inattentive. Wrong entree was brought and food runner had no clue about the menu. Was given the same dish as my appetizer for entree. Once correct entree was brought, the other two people in my party had finished their entrees. Nothing was comped and bartender did not even acknowledge mistake. Appetizer plates sat dirty in front of us throughout meal. Will not return. Would give zero stars if possible.
(1)
Wendy Z.
General Manager John Archambault could not have been nicer to myself and my mother for lunch. I will definitely be back!!!!
(5)
K. E.
Decided to try the new Legal C Bar for dinner over the weekend - Open Table reservation was quick and easy and we were seated promptly (always a plus). Service was great - we never waited long for a drink or for our food to arrive/appetizers to clear, our server spaced everything out perfectly so we never felt rushed, and overall we had nothing but good things to say after our meal. The food was good, as expected - husband had the seafood casserole and I got the Everything Spiced Tuna (perfectly cooked). For apps we tried the small shellfish platter, which was fantastic and just the right size for two. Get the apple sangria - tastes like apple juice! We will definitely come back again.
(5)
Dave B.
Went there this Saturday around 4pm for an early dinner. While I was parking the car the hostess sat my wife and daughter at a table right behind the hostess station and right next to the cash register. They lose a star for that. The restaurant was not busy, so really do you have to sit us there? I asked to move our table and the hostess happily agreed to this request, but they still lose a star. We moved to the high top table section which was a nice change from standard table seating. The service was great 5 stars. My wife and I shared a wedge salad, it was huge. However, in addition to bleu cheese they also add a strong Italian like dressing which was a bit much and completely overpowered the salad and it other ingredients. 3 stars. I had a cup of clam chowder which was very good, hot and hearty. Not the best I've had but very good. 4 stars. My wife had some sushi dish for her main course, which was very good, 4 stars. My daughter had the California rolls, both my wife and daughter agreed it was bland. 2.5 stars. I had a fried clams and fried scallops combo platter. Legal Seafood right so it's got to be good. It was good, not has crispy as I like, but tasted good. 4 stars. If I were to stop here we would have a nice review averaging about 4 stars. HOWEVER, at 12:38 that night I felt very sick and spent the night going to the bathroom. I'll spare you the details, but if you read about symptoms of food poisoning I was the poster boy. This food poisoning laid me low for pretty much all Sunday. I started feeling better around 10 Sunday night. My wife and daughter were fine.So it had to be the clams, scallops or maybe the tartar sauce. Anyhow, should we go back, doubtful, but should we, I will avoid any type of seafood at Legal Seafood. 5 Stars -1 Star for seating, -3 Stars for the food poisoning = 1 Star.
(1)
Patti N.
Strawberry Sangria and little necks were great, scallops were salty and the atmosphere was too loud for dinner with my parents. Good service and no wait [a first for a marketplace restaurant] earned the three stars.
(3)
Chuck G.
Been here three times. Love it. It is a little noisy when they are busy but it is ok, Steve is a great bartender and took great care of me and my wife, Great mixed drinks and great service, Food is always great but it can be pricey but you get what you pay for.
(5)
Adriana T.
We went there for brunch with another couple. We arrived a little bit before 12:15PM and the restaurant was semi-busy. By 1PM it was pact. We enjoyed the food, the drinks and the company. The design ofthe restaurant is very beautiful, chic and modern. We will definitely go back. Don't be tricked by the restaurant' name. It's not a Legal Seafood restaurant. They only have a few dishes of seafood so the rest of the food on the menu is non-seafood. Delicous!!!
(4)
Michael F.
Great food, great service. And they even had gluten free rolls.
(5)
Samoo M.
Wow the tuna burgers was AMAZING!! Very clean atmosphere. Enjoyed our experience for sure! The sever ice was great too.
(4)
Allie I.
I have been here twice now and feel like I should review. It's pretty disappointing here. All of the other Legals I have been too have been much better in every way. First visit: it was their opening week, so was prepared for a bit of learning curve. This first time service was excellent, food was OK - big problem was that I ordered from the gluten free menu, the server was knowledgeable, the manager delivered my meal, but I was sick to my stomach after I left. Glutened. It was surprising since they are usually so good about it. Bummer, I have celiac and used to feel like I could trust them! Second visit: about 8 months later. Just went for drinks and apps. Place was packed but we got a seat in the bar. Service OK, but slow. Wine was good but my friend was given the wrong glass of wine. She just drank it because it was about 30 minutes before we saw our server. We got sushi and mussels. The sushi was dry and had no flavor. And the mussels with pineapple were actually gross. Who screws up mussels? Yuck. We were going to say something but were trying to have a nice night out. Probably won't go back.
(1)
Lina F.
First time here and last time. Service was ok. Started out with fried calamari which were gummy and overlooked. Then we had fish plate which fries were greasy and fish once again over cooked and coating was burnt. Was so looking forward to a decent fish plate since I can't get one where I'm from and I left here very dissapointed,,
(2)
Isabelle K.
The seafood is very fresh here. Cioppino has lobster, clams, mussels, shrimps, scallops and squid in it. The tomato sauce is not strong enough.
(4)
Brian L.
I got a Swordfish entree which happens to be a Market Price item and I must say it was excellent. Worthy of 5 stars dues to good and drinks. My wife got a Salmon Pad Thai which sounded good but unfortunately way too sweet. Was like candy and not edible. The salmon was tasty... Son5 stars for swordfish and 3 stars for the salmon dish left me with a 4 rating which I think is fair to a bit high. Was food enough for a return eventually...
(4)
Eric P.
This is a frequent spot for us, especially summertime where you can sit outside. Always fresh food and consistent cooking and flavors. My favorite is the tuna sashimi app which is delicious! Wasabi sauce definitely clears the sinuses. Obviously most all fish is a good choice, including fish and chips. A great plus is the drinks. Good selection of cocktails and beers. My wife can't wait for the strawberry sangria to return for the summer.
(4)
Brooke H.
Wait was much shorter than expected and the man who greeted me at the front desk was so welcoming and friendly! Our waitress was also super friendly and helpful with recommendations despite being really busy on a Saturday night. My boyfriend had the everything tuna (tasted similar to an everything bagel seasoning) and I had the cioppino. All the seafood was just as fresh and delicious as it looks :)
(5)
Katie F.
I haven't been to a Legal's in years and I was excited to see this new variation open in Lynnfield. We decided to stop in early on Saturday evening for some oysters and a light dinner. The food and service was great and the oysters were shucked perfectly which is important! The -1 star is due to the kind of "identity crisis" I felt like this place is having. You walk in and there is a hip, modern, casual vibe. You can see into the beer cooler, the chairs are made of sails, there is a paper placemat for your plate, they serve interesting pizzas and sushi. All of this, but they did not serve burgers or sandwiches on the dinner menu? So you're telling me that if I walk into Legal C Bar after 4PM, I cannot order a lobster roll??? That's bizarre.
(4)
Mike D.
Cool new concept, with a great vibe. I love that Legal's realized that times are changing and competition is becoming fierce, so they re-invented themselves. The raw bar is what you would expect: fresh, perfectly chilled seafood. The apps and entrees are outstanding and service was on point. This really couldn't have come at a better time because area restaurants were becoming stale and mundane. If you are looking for an up beat place where service is important and quality seafood is a must, open the doors and go on in!
(4)
Therese P.
Tried this place last evening and it seems to be a winner. Reservations through open table were easy ... next time I'll request a booth though. The restaurant is visually appealing, clean, and modern. The staff seemed very attentive from the time we walked in. Our server was great and helpful with suggestions. I'd give him credit but don't believe he told us his name. The legal sangria was very tasty. And while the wine is a bit pricy at $10+/glass, they do pour a reasonable glass of wine. We got the mac & cheese and cioppino. Both were fabulous. Would recommend either highly. Neither was too salty for our taste. The only negative and this was not enough to take off stars for, is that it is a busy place, which is their goal, of course. But in addition to customers, there seems to be a significant amount of staff floating around, probably checking the status for the waiting list, but this makes it appear even busier and may make people feel a bit rushed. Many of these people did greet us, all were pleasant, and the manager visited to inquire about our experience, which was appreciated. But they may want to try to limit the circulating hosts a bit. Regardless of this, we could still have a good conversation ... it was not too loud. This restaurant just opened and clearly will be a popular place. We'll be back for sure!
(5)
Nichole V.
Delicious, and not very expensive. My husband and I got two dinners an appetizer and a drink and it was less than a $50.
(4)
Monica J.
Excellent service, friendly staff and delicious food! No complaints from me. We attended on a Friday night for a company Christmas party and had an attentive server who was able to suggest drinks and appetizers for the group. We never wanted for anything, and the food was beyond yummy! Will definitely go back!
(4)
Craig F.
They're off to a good start. Service was great, food was good with the typical Legal quality. Only thing that kept it from 5 stars was the noise level
(4)
Amy C.
The first time i went here it was extremely crowded and service was ehhhhh.... Putting that aside cause it was fairly new, I went back tonight!!!!! Food was decent. Service- well let's say, not very warm or welcoming on a cold evening as slow as it was. Now, let's start with the bartender, NO PERSONALITY WHATSOEVER. I felt although i was ordering my food and drinks from a speaker from kfc not legal c. I'm in the service business and when the bartender makes you feel comfortable and welcomed, at least you know if the food isn't great, they'll go out of their way to make it better... She didn't even ask how it was. I'm starting to believe there should be a personality test for bartenders. Geeezzzzzz
(2)
Anna C.
Everything is wonderful. The Hoisin glazed Salmon was cooked perfectly, be sure to know it's a sweet dish with a veggie pad Thai. I'd highly recommend Cioppino (shell fish, mussels, & more) for value, taste, and portion. There was so much seafood soaking in a bowl of broth. I was pleasantly surprised with the delicious apple sangria. The drinks change with the season. I like how they modify the menu every few months. Make reservations for Thursday - Sunday night! Gorgeous outdoor seating when it's warmer. Very knowledgeable wait staff.
(4)
June D.
Had dinner here recently on a Saturday night. Even though it was cold and snowy, the place was busy. We got there early enough so we didn't have to wait. Ryan, our waiter, told us the specials and recommended the sushi app. Based on his recommendation, I got it and loved it! It was fresh, flavorful and a great way to start my meal. My husband had the fried scallops, and we couldn't believe the amount of scallops in his plate. He loved them! I had grilled salmon over jasmine rice and spinach. Ryan suggested the salmon be cooked medium, and he was right. If it were cooked any longer, it would have been too dry. The spinach was just slightly wilted which is how I like it and believe that's how it should be cooked. The seasonings were spot on, and it was one of the best meals eaten out I've had in a while. Definitely will return!!
(4)
Terry R.
I go to legal sea foods all around the country assign this location has poor quality service I told them it was my birthday I bought a bottle of wine I had to tell them to top it off call me a glass of wine pour me a glass of wine make me a glass of wine put it in there let's go fill me up no birthday treat no birthday food all I got was the muscle cell with riding cold not very happy with the muscles I told the manager of the muscles are cold and she said she would take them off but you never did and was in desperate very disappointed
(1)
Kara B.
We went to Legal C Bar this past Mother's Day and it was fantastic. Everything from the service, drinks, food and decor was spot on. It's a spacious and inviting atmosphere and the smells of the fresh dishes coming from the open kitchen fills the air. My extra spicy Bloody Mary was a perfect way to start our lunch, and our kids devoured the calamari. The entrees were perfectly portioned and cooked as ordered. Legal C is also the perfect setting for a quick work lunch or just a few drinks. We will def be back and look forward to another wonderful experience.
(4)
Walter M.
Excellent quality seafood within walking distance of the Sheraton Colonial in Wakfield, MA. This restaurant is located in an up and coming "town center" type of retail area. We dined on fresh locally caught oysters that tasted so fresh it was if you pulled them from the ocean that morning. Next, we followed up the apps with the fresh swordfish which was grilled to perfection. The service was excellent (sat @bar) by Joanie and Joanne who kept our drinks topped off and encouraged our water consumption as well. Only four stars due to price.
(4)
C O.
We went out for New Year's Eve and it was amazing! I ordered grilled salmon with mashed potatoes and spinach! Food was so good! Prime rib steak was delicious also. Service was outstanding!
(5)
Lesley A.
Loved this place! Great, fresh seafood. Got the oysters and clam chowder to start and both were divine. I got the Cioppini which has tons of seafood in it. My boyfriend got the lobster pizza on special and he really enjoyed it. Excellent atmosphere, awesome drink menu, and really great service. I am looking forward to going back!
(5)
Jennifer B.
i have been here a handful of times and the food is always delicious. the drinks are great ( the red sangria is great, not too sweet but nice and bright and fruity) their sushi is great and their salmon with pad thai is out of this world. my boyfriend doesnt even like pad thai and he kept taking bites off my plate. service has always been attentive but not intrusive. yes it can get pretty noisy there and some people may not like being seated near the kitchen. i dont mind that and actually like looking at the meals coming out because sometimes they look so damn good that i change my order at the last minute. my sister loves their raw bar, i am not an oyster fan but she says they are always fresh and delicious. she usually gets the sampler plate that gives you 2 of each kind of oyster. she cant eat them fast enough!
(5)
Jon C.
Staff was very good, drinks ok, DO NOT get the lobster we ordered two 2-2.5lb baked stuffed lobsters they were so very dry (horrible). We told the waitress the lobsters were not good and she responded by saying were they dry? We said beyond dry. This must be a regular problem if she new the issue before we told her. There were 8 people at the table for the money none of us thought we would go back. Overrated.
(2)
Glaucia A.
Disappointing! A big let down. Service is very slow, ordered appetizer and drinks. Waitress forgot appetizer, the calamari was very good when it finally came. I ordered a salad with salmon, the salmon was good but the salad was disappointing, just a bed of crappy lettuce sprinkled with tortilla crumbs. And goat cheese. It was supposed to come with apples, tortilla strips and avocado which I found a small piece when I was done with the salad. My significant other ordered scallops with fries and asparagus which where supposed to come with grated cheese and didn't. Drinks were ok, everything was just sub par and expensive. We got a $90 bill for bellow average food. I don't recommend coming here for eating, maybe for appetizers and a drink.
(3)
Days G.
great service, great atmosphere, great location!! food was so delicious and the drinks were strong. the bang bang cauliflowers are so amazing!!!!!
(5)
Steve S.
Had lunch date here on 12/27/13. Atmosphere was boisterous and fun. Menu was great, as usual for Legal, and service was pleasant and attentive. Located in the new Marketplace in Lynnfield, there are lots of choices for window shopping before and after your meal. Will look forward to an opportunity to return and spend time at the bar.
(3)
Dave O.
Very good food and drink--I have eaten here many times and I've never been disappointed-- I enjoy their chowder, salads, bread, grilled fish, calamari, cauliflower, and crab cakes. The service has always been enjoyable.
(4)
Joni B.
I have never been a big fan of Legal's Seafood because while the fish is always very fresh, I found the preparations to be rather pedestrian and in the Boston area there are so many other options, my favorites being Mare and Neptune Oyster both in the North End. Because it's so close to my home, I decided to try the new Legal C Bar in Lynnfield. I have to say I was very pleasantly surprised. I sat at the large bar. I saw the Bruins clinch the first series so, that was a plus. Besides that: The bartenders were friendly, professional, and knowledgable. My martini was well made. A $12 Ketel One martini with bleu cheese olives is about $4 less than it would be in the city. They had a special sushi roll that they said was like a salmon pad thai roll. I tried it and it was delicious and tasted very much like pad Thai without the noodles. Next I had the crab cake which was wonderful and almost all crab! It also came with a nice green salad. Lastly, because I came in very hungry, I had the smoked salmon tartare. This is not for the faint of heart. It's quite strongly smoked and salty but the sweet New England brown bread round that it was served on really rounded out the flavor. It was my least favorite of what I had but still very good. Suffice it to say I was very happy with my experience and will return. They also have a good wine list. I had a glass of Cake Bread Sauvignon Blanc, one of my favorite white wines and great with seafood!
(4)
Traci M.
Cool place. Less expensive than regular Legal Seafood. It's brand new and I think they are still trying to get settled in - meaning that our waiter was incredibly overbearing and the General Manager visited our table 3 times while we were there for about an hour and a half!!!! The waiter came to our table so many times I was getting anxiety about what he would say next. It was definitely odd. They were all kissing our butts but in a way that seemed fake. I'd go back because the food was really good and maybe they were having a weird night. When we walked in the door three different people asked us if we had reservations when the place was half empty. That drives me nuts. I don't like seafood but there was a good steak entree - steak tips which was incredible. I substituted the fries for butternut squash which was great too. I wish there were more than two choices for the non seafood eater. Their rolls were great - piping hot and butter on the side. Yum. The appetizer house salad is definitely big enough for two. If you like a lot of attention this seems to be a good place!
(4)
Joe N.
Stopped in last night only for a drink. The atmosphere was great and the bar tenders were extremely friendly and very knowledgable and helpful. They let us sample one wine im particular and then educated us on it a bit. Definitely going back for dinner in the near future!
(5)
Bob B.
Nothing special. Service was slow and spotty. Food was a C minus. I have to say that Legal's various restaurants have really gone downhill the past few years. Too bad.
(2)
Adam M.
Excellent food and awesome customer service. We ate at the bar and had the crab pizza, sushi, and buffalo shrimp. I didn't particular care for one of the speciality drinks. The bartender noticed it right away and took it off our bill. We will def. be back.
(4)
Jessica P.
Stopped in for lunch this past Sunday and had a very nice experience. Our waitress was friendly and attentive, and wasn't annoyed that my fiance and I were waiting on the last person in our party for about 30 minutes. We both ordered drinks and the blackened tuna sashimi while we waited, and everything was good. We also tried the bang bang cauliflowers and while at first I was disappointed they were fried, I quickly forgot about that during my first bite. They were delicious! Would definitely recommend both of these appetizers to other visitors.
(4)
Wayne G.
The food was excellent. Enjoyed by all at our table from lobster roll to cram roll, bang bang cauliflower, all good. But I happen to mention that we were visiting from Texas, never been there before and at the time of our meal I was enjoying a Harpoon Boston Stout. 5 star.. Asked then if I could purchase the glass it was in, had logo and Boston skyline. The manager said " no I only have 10 can't afford to do that , go on Amazon and try to purchase one. " To me that would have been good customer relations had he allowed me to have the glass ( even dirty ) But we won't be back.
(3)
Deborah G.
Great service! Loved the Deviled eggs! Delicious! It is busy was constantly checked on by the many bar staff! Will be back!
(5)
Fred B.
We have been to many of Legal's restaurants but our first time here. Saturday dinner reservation and seated right away. The service was excellent as usual at Legal. Great atmosphere. Excellent food and wine. Very cooperative with dietary restrictions which is a key for us. Will definitely return.
(4)
Karla M.
Great service, great food. Drinks are very pricey, but weak. If I'm paying $12 a drink, I'd like a real drink!
(3)
Ryan C.
Went on a Saturday night with a group of people and the wait was 1.5 hours, which was ok, as we'd just walk the stores for a bit. When we returned 1.5 hours later we kept waiting and waiting and heard a new story from everyone working there. At 3 hours waiting, the solution by the manager was to split my party up into four groups. We walked out. If you have more than 4 people in your party, stay away. This place has awful customer service.
(1)
George A.
I ordered a Lobster Cocktail...$17.99...and a salad. Salad was delicious...cocktail came and I could not help note the size of claw on the dish with the greens...and the lobster tail shell juxtapose . Great presentation until I picked up each to find they were empty..merely decorations. It took me awhile but I did find 6 or 8 gumdrop size pieces of lobster. Dont waste you money...I'll go back - with a gift certificate - get an expensive martini - then leave for Jimmys Steerhouse on Route 1.
(1)
Joseph C.
Lucky enough to score a friends and family invite before the official opening of the restaurant. This location is very convenient in the brand new Market Street complex in Lynnfield. The area has several other restaurants as well as numerous shops and a large Whole Foods. This restaurant is a nice modern and bright establishment with a large open kitchen along one wall of the restaurant with the bar in the middle of the space. The spicy ribs as an appetizer were surperb. Fork tender with just the right amount of heat. The fried seafood we both had were typical of Legal; day boat fresh and delicious. My scallop plate had a huge amount of plump sea scallops and my wife's cod fillet was large and thick. The handcut fries were perfectly cooked crispy on the outside and soft and potatoy inside. Dessert was chef's choice and was unbelievable. I will definetly order again. If you are tooling down I-95 on your way home from work stop for a drink and some spectacular food in a casual friendly space.
(5)
kris n.
We got a gift certificate so were back again and Food was great. Still a Legal C's fan.
(5)
J N.
Good food but discombobulated service. Went in on Sat. even at 5:30 put our name in for table of 2. Told it was a 30 min wait. Place was full but not barely. One our later went to desk to check on our reservation... after a few mins the hostess said we were 3rd in line. Complained about others being sat before us, all of a sudden we were first in line. Sat. waited for overly busy waitress to great us, etc. etc. Spent 3 hours there. Very noise sports bar type atmosphere but Legal Seafood prices. It's not hard to find better.
(2)
cheri t.
We had an early dinner here yesterday and overall our experience was no more than three stars. First off, the service was excellent, we wanted for nothing the whole meal, I could not find one thing bad to say about her if I tried. That being said, the food was not that great and very disappointed with the menu We ordered the Salmon tartar and it had minimal sauce with exactly one caper. I asked for more sauce and it came out in a dirty paper cup, considering the price of the .food, I was shocked. The bang bang cauliflower was tasty, but again minimal sauce, although this appetizer was the highlight of our food. I had the Cioppino and it was disappointing, one small lobster claw with minimal meat, and I had to break it open. Not what I expected. Mostly contained mussels, and if I wanted a meal with 90% mussels I would have just ordered mussels. Tons of cooks, maybe they need to be a little less cheap with the food.
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Jeff B.
I felt like I needed to update my review. I went back in on Halloween night with my date, her sister and two other friends (can you tell I like Legals?). It was not busy, most likely because it was Halloween night and we went for a late dinner. Much to my delight, Kate was working and I had asked if she could be our waitress again. The hostess had no problem setting us up with Kate. She even remembered who I was and what I had for wine the week or so prior. The service just like the first time was exemplary. Kate is a testament on how a waitress should act and treat their customers. I can not wait until the next time I go in. Kate also recommended to us the Thai Calamari and it did not disappoint!!
(5)Kate A.
I brought my grown daughter there Wednesday, sat at the bar. Had appetizers and cold, delicious drinks. The service was attentive and good. I will definitely go back and recommend to others.
(5)Janice S.
My husband and I really enjoy going and siting at the bar great fun atmosphere! We love the sushi and I enjoy the crab cake appetizer but got it last nite and was so disappointed it is like half the size now!! Service is always great! Please bring back your FULL size crab cake!
(4)Kelley C.
Legal C Bar is great, but last night we had to switch waiters because our first lovely waitress had to go home. She told us we would be having Brian H the waiter. We finished our first round of drinks and 20 mins later, no Brian. She was leaving and had to order us another drink because he was nowhere to be found. after we got those, he never came over to ask anything. we've been there for about two hours over the course of the night, maybe 45 mins with him as our waiter. I got his attention and my date ordered another drink. he walked away and 10 minutes later proceeded to say he couldn't get him another drink because he thought he slurred. we ate a nice dinner and had two drinks over the course of two hours and not once got us drinks and the first time he is asked he says NO! it was completely rude and he had no interest in us for the half hour before my date asked for his first drink with him as our waiter. I can assure that he was not slurring and it was completely shocking. I love legal sea foods and the chains but this waiter here was rude and ignorant. I am sure he just wanted to get us to leave from the moment he had to wait on our table. at this point there was probably only 6 tables with people sitting so it was just rediculous.
(1)Jason D.
Don't order the seafood casserole. The menu lists lobster as an ingredient. Lobster must have missed my dish. When I told the waitress she said it's all pre-mixed and that not every dish will have lobster.
(1)Sam S.
This place is spectacular, beautiful! Something is missing, though??? Bloody Mary was spicy and delicious in a very small but tall glass with no alcohol (I felt ripped off)! We had a couple of sandwiches that I would never order again. The staff is over the top great!
(3)Karen C.
Legal C Bar is first class. Our service was excellent, however, we went at 5:15 and it fills quickly. We liked the ambience and vibe. I ordered the Sashimi to start and it was one of the best I've had. Perfect portion and not too spicy. Delicious. Spouse ordered chowder , it was the quality and flavor you expect. If you like a Martini I highly recommend the Pear Martini, not too sweet , just delicious so much so I (eek) had number 2! Hubby stayed with beer then traditional fish and chips dinner. I tasted and it was excellent. I read antithetical review about about the Seafood casserole, I beg to differ...mine had lobster, shrimp, sweet scallops and delicious Haddock. I would order again. I had been at first opening and had the Everything Tuna. steak, it was to die for and a generous portion. If you are watching calories it came with yummy spinach and steamed rice. This was most delicious, recommend this very highly, Cannot wait to go back! Just loved it! As good as Boston and closer , easy parking. A Gem
(5)Dan S.
Oh yum! This updated take on Legal Sea Foods is a good concept. Family-friendly without peddling to them, this is a place that a hipster or grandmother feel equally comfortable. We got seated within a few minutes of walking in on a Friday evening. They were busy but had good turnover. And then the food! Delicious fish n chips, sea scallops that melt in your mouth and naturally delicious clam chowder! Service was very prompt and attentive. No complaints at all there. Good kids choices as well. It may not be the most gourmet, but this was a really enjoyable place to eat on a Friday night visiting the area.
(5)Mike K.
I should preface this review with the fact that I am not a lover of all things seafood. However, I had a gift certificate and decided to check this place out. We went on a Tuesday night and it was actually really busy. Nice Summer evening, so we sat on the patio. The patio is totally covered so the restaurant can always accommodate those who prefer the al fresco dining experience regardless of rain. We had this kung pao cauliflower thing for an appetizer and it was fantastic. Nice kick and perfect for two people. My wife had a Caesar salad for her main course as she is vegetarian, and she seemed happy enough with her choice. I had the steak tips and they were really good. They were grilled and not broiled which is always a better method for maximum flavor. As this Legal Seafoods location is in the new Lynnfield Marketplace which we frequent often, we might actually come back here again. The service was pretty good too.
(3)Anthony S.
A modern twist on the classic Legal Seafood menu. The staples are l still here, but with plenty of cool additions like sushi, pizza, tacos, fried pickles and more that you wouldn't find on the regular Legal menu. The sushi and seafood is as fresh as it gets. I can't say I've ever had anything bad here. Even the pizza is surprisingly good for being a seafood place. I love the decor here, especially the exterior blue "wave" tiles that reflect the sun like the ocean. The location couldn't be better, either as it's among the first things you see when you enter Market Street Plaza. The cocktail menu is also really good, and they've got a whole wall of different types of vodka.
(4)Elizabeth C.
Our go-to place on Sunday afternoon. Love the martinis. Bar staff is professional. Can't beat the chowder. Adorable sailing motif. Classy.
(5)Anthony B.
5 Stars hands down! My girlfriend and I have now dined at Legal C Bar 4 times, and have absolutely enjoyed the experience each time. Right from when you walk through the front door, to being seated is a great experience with the staff! The restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere with an outdoor patio for eating with a great view of the Market Place. I particularly love the empty bottles sticking out of the back wall at the back of the restaurant, this gives it a nice touch. My girlfriend has a lobster and mussels food allergy in which management made her feel very comfortable in knowing that they take it very seriously. I always order the Everything Tuna which is my favorite. The Tuna is prepared perfectly and always fresh. I would recommend Legal C Bar to any seafood or non seafood eater. It is truly a great place to dine!!!
(5)Heather O.
Our bill was $130 and if it weren't for my friend offering me her leftovers I would have left hungry. We split a half dozen oysters and I ordered the swordfish with two sides. Of course the ones I wanted (healthier options) were $2 more each. Asparagus- I spent $2 extra for literally 4 of them. The side salad- $2 extra for lettuce and a few peas. I was expecting a bit more for the salad. My friend had shallots and radish in hers but I just had lettuce and a few peas. The side salad here should be ashamed of itself. She got fried scallops and French fries. I guess you have to get fried food here to leave full. The service was odd. I got my salad 15 minutes before she got hers, and then the oysters came which we ordered well before.
(3)Aerin L.
This is one of my favorite restaurants legal seafood always impresses and satisfies. I love the New England clam chowder and fresh salad that you can top with salmon squid or any type of fish you like. The atmosphere is lovely always a nice place to go to dinner or meet a friend thank you.
(5)Chris F.
A million stars for providing me with the first stress free meal since having my second baby. My husbands birthday was upon us and I am the worst kind of buzzkill to have dinner with because I currently cannot eat dairy or soy. My little one has an intolerance to both which leads to days of unpleasantness if I am not insanely careful. Who knew that soy is in practically every damn thing we put in our mouths?? I feel like a pretentious twit asking for a breakdown of every ingredient especially to a very busy server so I usually avoid eating anywhere but home. Our waitress at legal c was super chill about helping me find a dish even though the place was slammed. A couple modifications and we were good to go. The manager hand delivered my food and stressed how seriously they took food allergies. It was really great. The spicy tuna roll was delicious. My oysters were fresh, cleanly shucked and perfect. My cocktail was strong and ice cold. My husbands dish was also excellent it was a lemon caper fish entree. I'd dined here prior to my restrictions and enjoyed the sushi before and the basics like clam chowder and lobster rolls. Repeating what others have said its a nice space. Modern and clean with good outdoor seating. Acoustics are a bit much;I wouldn't come here for a quiet date night but it's a solid place with consistent food and great service.
(5)K Sera S.
Absolutely solid if somewhat unremarkable cuisine--but what does one expect in a shopping center restaurant? The sushi special roll of the day was a tuna with a hot (but not too hot) pepper flavor that was thoroughly satisfying. The lemon sole was a nicely prepared on a bed of sauteed spinach that had not been cooked to within an inch of its life (as so often happens). The servers were fine, but attentive to the point of it being comical. If I was asked once during a 40 minute meal if I needed anything, I was asked a dozen times. I'm eating; what do you think I need? Stock tips? Emotional support? A nail file? Back off.
(3)Tudor P.
For a seafood chain this place is tops. Great menu selection from raw bar to sushi, pizza and grilled food. Great service at this location.
(5)Eric And Arisa C.
Atmosphere: 5-stars Food: 5-stars Service: 5-stars Atmosphere: Great outdoor seating, love this small outdoor mall area. They seem to play a lot of reggae music, which is nice for the atmosphere. The inside is also cool, a by chilly during the day, but very comfortable and cool lighting in the evening. Great bar. Nice, clean bathrooms. Food: Favorites of its include: The Wedge Salad (amazing bleu cheese vinaigrette - very light and refreshing salad, great size!) Bang bang cauliflower Deviled eggs The white wine flight is fantastic (or at least was when we went) The calamari has great flavor, but it's a touch dry and a little heavy even though it's not that big - it may be a bit much for 2 people, but would be a great dish for a bigger party to share Service: Phenomenal general manager, extremely attentive and professional.
(5)Agnes S.
Fun atmosphere and loved the tables outside. The service was great. The lobster roll was to die for. The Tuna burger was ok- nothing particularly special. The mussels were out of this world- we essentially drank the broth :-)
(5)Raisa S.
Joe and I are huge fans of Legal Seafood, it's really the only chain that I go to pretty frequently and enjoy. We've gone to Burlington a bunch of times, and a few different locations in the city. I liked the setup of this place, I thought the decor was really great and it is definitely loud but I think that's part of the experience instead of a super fine dining experience like you would find in Boston. So that part didn't really bother me. I always pretty much have a positive food experience, the quality is always high and consistent. My biggest issue with this location was the service. Our waitress was nice, but just seemed like she was in a HUGE rush. I'm not sure if there weren't any specials (hard to believe on a Saturday night) but she didn't tell us any specials, and would quickly ask what we wanted/if we needed anything and sprint off before we could get anything else. Joe wanted to get gluten free rolls, but he couldn't talk fast enough before she'd walk away. For appetizers we got the buffalo popcorn shrimp and fried pickles which were REALLY good. I hadn't seen either of these at any other location and they were really great. Joe got the paella for his meal and I got the wood grilled shrimp with lemon butter sauce. Everything was good. Just mediocre service and I think I still prefer the Burlington location for something nearby.
(3)Mark W.
Came in for a quick work meeting and ended up sitting at the table for about 3 hours catching up on work. Not only was the sushi delicious but the staff was super courteous even though I was being a bit of a pain by just drinking iced teas and taking up a table for an afternoon. Always have to appreciate good customer service on top of good food.
(5)Kare C.
0 stars. Wtf. We came here and they quoted us 2 hours wait time. Then they changed it to 3 hours after we waited for an hour. This is all in pouring rain and with two babies. There was a big table half empty for half an hour and barely any people waiting. When one of us went to check to see how much time is left, the hostess had the audacity to snap at us. If you didn't want our business (and it was obvious), just let us know. We don't need to eat here. We don't care if you have the best food in the world (and you don't), but you sure do have the shittiest/most biased service. Btw, it's been 6 hours and still no call that a table is ready. Of course we aren't still waiting there for that table to pay for snottiness (went to have a delicious dinner at a Thai restaurant who welcomed us with warm friendly service), but what is wrong with this picture?
(1)Kiara M.
Such a great experience overall!! The food was delicious, waiter was awesome and the manager was so accommodating. The rosé that I ordered had been open for a few days so the manager came back over with the wine list and offered a few more choices. I really had my heart set on the rosé so they opened up another bottle and it was delicious (like I remembered from my last visit). Top notch service with delicious food. What more is there to ask for!!! (I visited on Sunday April 19th)
(5)Charleen S.
Best meal of my trip to Boston was here. At this chain restaurant. Don't judge me; they produced a great meal and top notch service. Went here for lunch on our last day of corporate training in Boston. Had their special surf and turf sushi roll as an appetizer on the recommendation of the waiter. He did right by us on this one - it had tenderloin and avocado inside and was topped with crab and tamago. One guy refused to touch it and one guy only ate one piece, so more for me! Ordered the crab cake lunch. Crabcake with an accompanying salad - and fries for me:) The crab cake was smaller than I expected, but delicious with lots of crab and not a lot of filler. The salad was fresh with some interesting components and yummy dressing. The fries were hand cut and really tasted like potatoes. The service was good and the pace of the meal was just right. Kind of wished I had discovered this place earlier in the trip so I could have eaten here more than once. Next time.
(4)Kimberly K.
We were seated 15 min late for our res. but the atmosphere was nice and thankfully they had a waiter walking around delivering drinks to patrons. The bar was a madhouse on a fri night. The waitress at our table was phenomenal. Truly. I wish I could remember her name. Orange dragon roll was fresh, but unremarkable. Orange wasabi calamari was delicious, but lacked spice. We put more fresh wasabi on it and it was great. Oysters were top notch. Spaghetti squash and goat cheese pizza was amazing. I really loved it. Warm chocolate pudding with ice cream and coco macaron was just so so. Tiny cocktails with very little alcohol may prevent us from returning often.
(4)Mark D.
We went to Legal c bar early with a large party. The hostess help us out yesterday when we called. There was 10 of us. Some came later than expected. Our server Mallory just rolled with it. She was OUTSTANDING Food great , wine and Ritas awesome. But Mallory made the night Two people were gluten free at the table and they were wow at the attention she paid to her needs. Thank you. Legal C
(5)Neil M.
Service was mediocre at best and that has been a constant trend for us at this restaurant. Cozy factor non existent, it has a cold feel which is different than their other restaurants. I know this is a loser version but I think the amount of industrial design is a bit much. Food very good and everything. I would expect from a solid restaurant chain.
(3)S N.
Best clams I've had. As large as your hand. Appetizers are better than the main courses. My ahi tuna first came out well done, rather than the rare I had specified, but was replaced without a fuss. It was good, if a bit unremarkable.
(3)Eleanor C.
My friend called reserved a table for 10 for Wed 12/10 at 5 pm. We arrived and only ended up having a party of 6 so we informed the staff about change of party #. They seemed put off and inconvenienced and that attitude from the staff lasted throughout our entire evening. We immediately offered to move to a smaller table. They told us we were fine where we were and placed dividers so they could seat additional parties of two or four people. We looked at the drink menu and wine list (as for most of us it was our first time at Legal C's Market Street location .) We asked questions about some of the menu items and ordered a round of drinks but were made to feel very rushed on making a decision as to what we were ordering. Appetizers meant to be meals for two of us and were asked to be brought with the rest of the dinners were brought out immediately as if they ignored anything we needed or asked for. Although all of our food and drinks were excellent, the waitstaff were very impersonable and seemed bothered by our entire presence all evening. Anytime we asked for something we seemed to get a negative attitude. They brought our check very early in the dinner before we had a chance to even order a 2nd drink!!! We started a 2nd check for a drink and appetizer order and were made to feel as if we were not wanted there. We again asked if it was ok to stay there or if they needed us to move but they gave us a non-convincing ok to stay. At $9-$11 for a glass of wine the staff should be happy we chose to spend our money at Legal C's...we should have taken our business elsewhere. When we settled the bill, we specifically asked for change as we split things 4 ways..the waitress brought us all $10 bills back instead of lower denominations to tip with. We were given quite an attitude when we asked a 2nd time for appropriate change but reluctantly she finally brought it to us. In the competitive restaurant industry you should be making a commitment to serving your patrons and making sure they are happy with every aspect of their dining experience. Legal C's may have had great food but completely lacked the staff and atmosphere to back it up. We will never go back here based on how horribly we were treated as guests. Save your money and your self esteem and go to one of the many other restaurants at Market Street Lynnfield!
(1)Nikki B.
I just love the service here and the access to shopping. One of my faves! You must get the crab cakes and the mussels.
(5)Kim B.
Absolutely love this place! Food is always amazing! Love that they have sushi and cocktails are delicious!
(5)Meredith D.
I have been to many legal chains. The C bar in lynnfield is not my favorite (my favorite might be legal harborside) but I think the atmosphere is a bit better than the classic legal chains. Food is what you would expect. At our most recent trip, I enjoyed the Anna's baked scrod with butternut squash and spinach. My husband had the wood grilled trout with butternut squash and sugar snap peas (considered a "premium side"). Food is consistent. Nothing crazy exciting, but good, fresh fish. I do wish they had some more interesting side dishes to choose from. Service was good. Not a bad place to go if you want a decent fish meal. If you want something less classic and more trendy, this is not the place.
(4)D B.
Although I adore Mr. B., and the regular Legal Chain restaurants, this design concept and price point takes the cake! We dined on a weekend when the house was less than a quarter full, the hard surfaces, semi-open kitchen and lack of any noise buffers made it seem like you were dining next to one of those machines that crushes junk cars! $139 for lunch for 2 is a bit much unless I get a pedicure in Champagne! And I now need a hearing test to see if I lost an ear drum! I won't be back or recommend! Been there done that, got the T-shirt and the head set for the Range or when using power equipment in case someone invites me to dine there!
(1)Ashley F.
The food is consistently great. The sushi and the calamari are my go-to picks. Tim, one of the managers always checks in with us to make sure we are happy. Super friendly staff. Over-all great experience.
(5)The B.
Lobster should NOT be pliable. My girl got the lobster roll and we can't figure out what was done to it. It wasn't just rubbery meat, it was stretchy and mushy and that rendered it inedible. A real disappointment. I got the steamed 1.25-1.5 pound lobster and felt like I was being tricked. I have eaten enough lobster in my life to know the difference between a chix and a 1.5 pounded. I'm no fool so don't try to cheat your patrons. Ambiance is adorable, food wasn't worth returning. For a seafood place the lobster should be top notch not sub-par. We won't be back!
(2)John S.
We liked it so much we came back 2 nights later on a cold quiet Monday night. We had the same waiter, Marc. He recognized us and knew we wanted the White Clam Pizza as a starter (awesome). Now that's a good waiter. He even knew why the booth seat backs had numbers on them. I had to ask. Busy or quiet the service and food we have found it outstanding. I had a Caesar Salad with a skewer of delicious scallops. Frito Misto was well liked as was the Hoisin glazed Salmon.
(5)Jennifer D.
Hey everyone! I went to Legal C Bar with my fiancé last Sunday. For people that are not yet familiar with Lynnfield Market Place, it can be a bit overwhelming when you first pull in, it almost reminds me of outlet shopping lol (the way it is set up), but it is very easy to navigate through. So anyways, we walk inside and are warmly greeted and led to our table. I had hoped for intimate window seating, but instead we got seated in the middle (kind of open and not as cozy for a date), next time I would request the window or a booth. This is completely my own personal preference for date night. The overall ambience is very nice, modern, and simple. I must let everyone know that Legal C's menu is limited, they still have a good selection, but just keep in mind that it is not the same as Legal Seafood. With that being said, we started off with the blackened tuna sashimi.....Oh my gaawwd that was a winner! The combo of the chili vinaigrette, seaweed salad, and wasabi was so perfect. I would order that again in a heart beat. Presentation was spot on! Now for the entrees: I opted for the fried scallops, the fried dishes come with hand cut fries and cold slaw. I really enjoyed the scallops a lot, they were cooked very well and I was given an ample amount....and I totally ate them all! I am the type that only gives a hoot about the seafood, so the fries were just a "nest," although I did try them... and BELCH! They were terrible honestly, they were fried to within an inch of their potato life! Just borderline being burnt, the inside hid the tiniest amount of soft potato. The cold slaw could have used more acid, but now I'm just being picky :). The boy got the fried fish, same sides as myself, he loved the fish and didn't enjoy the fries either. We did not get dessert....we both don't care for it most of the time. Overall it was a really good experience. I actually half expected the fries to not be that great, I know people that have been recently and that was their same complaint. Go for the seafood and maybe sub out the fries for the onions "straws." FYI the scallops are sold at "market price," and they ended up being around 28 dollars (I hate asking how much it is), so I just wanted to put that out there.
(4)Linda V.
Did not meet the expectations of Legal Seafoods. The appetizers, limited sushi options, and clam chowder were all very good. The fried clams were great! But the grilled salmon entree fell quite short. Not a very good quality piece of salmon, and it was cooked well done when asked to be prepared medium rare. Nice restaurant, but could be better.
(3)Tina G.
My friend and I had a great birthday lunch here today! Salmon was cooked perfectly, and drinks were amazing! Jonathan was an amazing server, very attentive and his knowledge truly helped ensure we had a great dining experience. There was one minor food issue with my meal, however, it was handled promptly and professionally. Being in the industry we understand the recoil of just that-- but regardless We will back! The faro Island Salmon is a MUST TRY!
(5)H S.
I have yet to have a bad meal here. The seafood is incredible and on par with all other Legal locations. They have sushi too which is on point. Staff is nice and it's doable to make reservations here on busy nights. Sometimes there's a small wait but it's always worth it. And they have outdoor seating! Here and there, the atmosphere feels a little clubby when they start playing bad music, and it can be a little loud since they pack everyone in. Otherwise though, the food makes everything worthwhile.
(4)Jow O.
Good place for dinner. Make a reservation or plan on waiting 2 hours on a weekend. Try your luck at the bar and you'll grab a seat there if you don't mind. Full me I at the bar. We orders a bunch of apps. Devilish eggs - great. 1 hard boiled egg 2 halves wh bacon. Kung pao cauliflower - very good Shrimp wh blue cheese and hot sauce -Was really good. Fried pickles - on point! Crispy and tangy like they're supposed to be Clam chowder was great - standard Legal chowder how can you go wrong!?! Pepperoni and crab pizza - okay pretty much every restaurant in boston Serves "flatbreads" aka pizza. This was very good. Creamy. Crabby and pepperoni. The drinks were good! We had the cucumber cooler and the El Camino. I had to subtract 1 star for all the ice in the El Camino. And it was crushed ice!! A full glass of crushed ice. Not cool, Legal.
(4)Mark S.
Bang Bang Cauliflower. That is all.
(4)Lauren T.
First of all - we usually love a Legal restaurant - but we had possibly the most miserable meal and experience at Legal C we have had in a long time. Most of the misery was around the atmosphere - it was so freaking COLD in the restaurant (it was a very hot day) that we were literally shivering throughout dinner. In fact, after ordering drinks and apps we almost decided to go someplace else to eat but didn't want our server to lose the table. It's also a loud restaurant - even not full to capacity the two of us were struggling to hear one another across the table. Anyway - incredibly cold. On an up note - one of the prettiest restrooms I've seen in a long time! We had the shrimp cocktail - which was fine - although hardly huge shrimp. I had the crab cake appetizer which is served with a tiny side salad. The crab cake was good - nice large chunks of crab and the side salad was yum - but really - $15 for one small crab cake? I rarely complain about prices, but was horrified. We also had some signature cocktails - a cucumber cooler and a watermelon specialty drink. The cucumber cooler is served on the rocks and is really about the smallest cocktail I've seen served "tall" in a long time. We ordered a sushi roll and the "tortilla, goat cheese (and something else) salad". The sushi roll was fine. The salad was an incredible disappointment - over dressed, with virtually no tortilla strips and having a certain nondescript flavor. It's the first time in our family we have left more than half a salad on the plate at a restaurant. The little pile of greens that came with my crab cake was better.
(2)Christine B.
the food was delicious and the service was good, but it was still over all disappointing. The menu was very limited compared to what the offer at the traditional Legal Seafood, 1/2 of which has the price point listed as "market price". This in and of itself is no big deal, but if my husband had known the market price for swordfish was over $30 he would have just ordered lobster. I had the paella, my only caveat is that I would've liked the rice cooked a little longer to crisp up as it was on the mushy side. All in all we had a nice anniversary dinner, but we weren't wow'ed for the price of the meal. we could've gone to yard house or fugakyu and had a superb meal for the same price, heck we could've had a meal and a few rounds of bowling at Kings for the cost of our dinner. I wish we'd gone to the proper legal' so my husband could've gotten the clam bake he had wanted which is not offered at C bar.
(3)Linna T.
My sister and our boyfriends tried this place for the first time a few nights ago. For our appetizers, we ordered raw oysters (cowboy), sriracha pop corn shrimp, and clam chowder. The oysters were great! Fresh and tasty. We also loved the presentation of the shrimp. There were actual popcorn and a popcorn bag! However, popcorn was very sweet and sriracha sauce was spread only on a portion of the shrimp. For the entrees: The men order steak tips which came with fries and cold slaw. Fries were very crunchy and a little overcooked, steak tips were delicious! My sister and I ordered sushi. I heard about the California rolls having real crab--- tried it and like previous posts I felt it was rather bland. Our meal all came fast and the waitress was... okay. -1 star due to us asking for water more than three times and she never asked if I wanted another drink. I ordered a margarita which I finished within 15 minutes. It was a very small drink. Honestly, Legal Seafood in Peabody is a lot better than Legal C Bar. The portion there is a lot bigger than Legal C Bar. Plus, my water always got filled without me asking for more.
(3)Alyssa B.
Excellent dinner tonight. Spectacular service (thanks Lauren!). Crab cake was amazing. Wine flights were a great choice. Shellfish platter is a must have. Steak tips were cooked PERFECTLY. Just an all-around great dinner.
(5)Paolino P.
I want to start out with I love Legals but I feel that Mr Berkawitz ( not sure on the spelling) is now over stretching. Legal C bar Legal Test Kitchen Legal Harbor Legal on the Mystic Legal on your Sisters ass. Just stop! Go back to the basics. This place although the few things on the menus are tasty as an entirety the menus is small and boring. The bar is set up poorly and is chaotic at best. I personally will not be visiting this location again. The regular Legals and even the Harbor side is worth a trip but this location is a joke.
(2)Ashleigh H.
Absolutely amazing. My server was great, wish I got his name. We ordered a shrimp tempura app- so delicious! I ordered the jasmine special which used to be my favorite meal at Joe Fish. This was yummy, huge shrimp, ample broccoli, and yummy fluffy rice. Typically I only give restaurants 4 stars because 5 is for when it really deserves it... And this was it! The staff was friendly and organized, the location is great, the food excellent, and the decor was cute and fun too.
(5)Jules K.
Sangria is incredible.. The buffalo shrimp app and spinach and feta dip app were great. The place is slammed on weekends but it's worth the wait. I like the ambiance a lot as well and all the servers I've had have been wicked nice.
(4)Audrey D.
I have had lobster rolls at many expensive restaurants that have a much better reputation than legal, yet I have never been charged $30 for a lobster roll in my life. If you are going to charge $30 for your lobster roll, it should be absolutely brimming with lobster. This wasn't. Beware of the "Market Price," as the food is very overpriced.
(2)John N.
Legal C-Bar what art thou??!!?? No really, similar if not the same menu as Legal's regular restaurant, half the seating with a bar! I get it... I get it... Not a "sit down, bring the family type of place where I can kick back and enjoy", then be a bar! So should I sit down and have lunch/dinner then? Then be a restaurant! Food: Bang Bang Cauliflower!!! 'Nuff said!!! Interesting "theory" with decent execution. I think if you switched up the menu and made it more casual more focus on the bar I would like it better, but I would come back. With Legal chains you expect a certain quality and that CERTAINLY is there! That's not why the 3 stars, that's from the constant scratching of my head to decide how to enjoy and soak up the atmosphere... Should I relax and grab a beer or be stuffy and feel like I'm at my bosses thanksgiving??? Got me! Oh and did I say BANG BANG CAULIFLOWER? because if not the BANG BANG CAULIFLOWER is amazing... No the BANG BANG is BANG BANG!!!
(3)AJ Q.
I made a reservation online for 4 on a Saturday night. I then called that afternoon and asked if they could move it up an hour, and was really surprised when they did. I had placed a comment in the notes field of the online reservation that both couples were celebrating anniversaries, and that one of the diners had celiac disease (no gluten). I'm never sure if anyone really reads those notes, but they read mine. They made sure to ask which of us was GF. They also brought us a free app to help celebrate the occasion, delicious large shrimp. We ordered GF calamari which were delicious, as was the rest of the meal. All of us were happy with our entree's. The service was great and they even brought over a complimentary desert at the end of the evening. It was a really special evening and they went out of their way to help us celebrate on a very busy night. This wasn't our first time at this location, we've been there at least twice before and had nice meals then as well. We'll definitely return again.
(5)Candy M.
Worst service ever! Sat at the bar. Bartender was completely inattentive. Wrong entree was brought and food runner had no clue about the menu. Was given the same dish as my appetizer for entree. Once correct entree was brought, the other two people in my party had finished their entrees. Nothing was comped and bartender did not even acknowledge mistake. Appetizer plates sat dirty in front of us throughout meal. Will not return. Would give zero stars if possible.
(1)Wendy Z.
General Manager John Archambault could not have been nicer to myself and my mother for lunch. I will definitely be back!!!!
(5)K. E.
Decided to try the new Legal C Bar for dinner over the weekend - Open Table reservation was quick and easy and we were seated promptly (always a plus). Service was great - we never waited long for a drink or for our food to arrive/appetizers to clear, our server spaced everything out perfectly so we never felt rushed, and overall we had nothing but good things to say after our meal. The food was good, as expected - husband had the seafood casserole and I got the Everything Spiced Tuna (perfectly cooked). For apps we tried the small shellfish platter, which was fantastic and just the right size for two. Get the apple sangria - tastes like apple juice! We will definitely come back again.
(5)Dave B.
Went there this Saturday around 4pm for an early dinner. While I was parking the car the hostess sat my wife and daughter at a table right behind the hostess station and right next to the cash register. They lose a star for that. The restaurant was not busy, so really do you have to sit us there? I asked to move our table and the hostess happily agreed to this request, but they still lose a star. We moved to the high top table section which was a nice change from standard table seating. The service was great 5 stars. My wife and I shared a wedge salad, it was huge. However, in addition to bleu cheese they also add a strong Italian like dressing which was a bit much and completely overpowered the salad and it other ingredients. 3 stars. I had a cup of clam chowder which was very good, hot and hearty. Not the best I've had but very good. 4 stars. My wife had some sushi dish for her main course, which was very good, 4 stars. My daughter had the California rolls, both my wife and daughter agreed it was bland. 2.5 stars. I had a fried clams and fried scallops combo platter. Legal Seafood right so it's got to be good. It was good, not has crispy as I like, but tasted good. 4 stars. If I were to stop here we would have a nice review averaging about 4 stars. HOWEVER, at 12:38 that night I felt very sick and spent the night going to the bathroom. I'll spare you the details, but if you read about symptoms of food poisoning I was the poster boy. This food poisoning laid me low for pretty much all Sunday. I started feeling better around 10 Sunday night. My wife and daughter were fine.So it had to be the clams, scallops or maybe the tartar sauce. Anyhow, should we go back, doubtful, but should we, I will avoid any type of seafood at Legal Seafood. 5 Stars -1 Star for seating, -3 Stars for the food poisoning = 1 Star.
(1)Patti N.
Strawberry Sangria and little necks were great, scallops were salty and the atmosphere was too loud for dinner with my parents. Good service and no wait [a first for a marketplace restaurant] earned the three stars.
(3)Chuck G.
Been here three times. Love it. It is a little noisy when they are busy but it is ok, Steve is a great bartender and took great care of me and my wife, Great mixed drinks and great service, Food is always great but it can be pricey but you get what you pay for.
(5)Adriana T.
We went there for brunch with another couple. We arrived a little bit before 12:15PM and the restaurant was semi-busy. By 1PM it was pact. We enjoyed the food, the drinks and the company. The design ofthe restaurant is very beautiful, chic and modern. We will definitely go back. Don't be tricked by the restaurant' name. It's not a Legal Seafood restaurant. They only have a few dishes of seafood so the rest of the food on the menu is non-seafood. Delicous!!!
(4)Michael F.
Great food, great service. And they even had gluten free rolls.
(5)Samoo M.
Wow the tuna burgers was AMAZING!! Very clean atmosphere. Enjoyed our experience for sure! The sever ice was great too.
(4)Allie I.
I have been here twice now and feel like I should review. It's pretty disappointing here. All of the other Legals I have been too have been much better in every way. First visit: it was their opening week, so was prepared for a bit of learning curve. This first time service was excellent, food was OK - big problem was that I ordered from the gluten free menu, the server was knowledgeable, the manager delivered my meal, but I was sick to my stomach after I left. Glutened. It was surprising since they are usually so good about it. Bummer, I have celiac and used to feel like I could trust them! Second visit: about 8 months later. Just went for drinks and apps. Place was packed but we got a seat in the bar. Service OK, but slow. Wine was good but my friend was given the wrong glass of wine. She just drank it because it was about 30 minutes before we saw our server. We got sushi and mussels. The sushi was dry and had no flavor. And the mussels with pineapple were actually gross. Who screws up mussels? Yuck. We were going to say something but were trying to have a nice night out. Probably won't go back.
(1)Lina F.
First time here and last time. Service was ok. Started out with fried calamari which were gummy and overlooked. Then we had fish plate which fries were greasy and fish once again over cooked and coating was burnt. Was so looking forward to a decent fish plate since I can't get one where I'm from and I left here very dissapointed,,
(2)Isabelle K.
The seafood is very fresh here. Cioppino has lobster, clams, mussels, shrimps, scallops and squid in it. The tomato sauce is not strong enough.
(4)Brian L.
I got a Swordfish entree which happens to be a Market Price item and I must say it was excellent. Worthy of 5 stars dues to good and drinks. My wife got a Salmon Pad Thai which sounded good but unfortunately way too sweet. Was like candy and not edible. The salmon was tasty... Son5 stars for swordfish and 3 stars for the salmon dish left me with a 4 rating which I think is fair to a bit high. Was food enough for a return eventually...
(4)Eric P.
This is a frequent spot for us, especially summertime where you can sit outside. Always fresh food and consistent cooking and flavors. My favorite is the tuna sashimi app which is delicious! Wasabi sauce definitely clears the sinuses. Obviously most all fish is a good choice, including fish and chips. A great plus is the drinks. Good selection of cocktails and beers. My wife can't wait for the strawberry sangria to return for the summer.
(4)Brooke H.
Wait was much shorter than expected and the man who greeted me at the front desk was so welcoming and friendly! Our waitress was also super friendly and helpful with recommendations despite being really busy on a Saturday night. My boyfriend had the everything tuna (tasted similar to an everything bagel seasoning) and I had the cioppino. All the seafood was just as fresh and delicious as it looks :)
(5)Katie F.
I haven't been to a Legal's in years and I was excited to see this new variation open in Lynnfield. We decided to stop in early on Saturday evening for some oysters and a light dinner. The food and service was great and the oysters were shucked perfectly which is important! The -1 star is due to the kind of "identity crisis" I felt like this place is having. You walk in and there is a hip, modern, casual vibe. You can see into the beer cooler, the chairs are made of sails, there is a paper placemat for your plate, they serve interesting pizzas and sushi. All of this, but they did not serve burgers or sandwiches on the dinner menu? So you're telling me that if I walk into Legal C Bar after 4PM, I cannot order a lobster roll??? That's bizarre.
(4)Mike D.
Cool new concept, with a great vibe. I love that Legal's realized that times are changing and competition is becoming fierce, so they re-invented themselves. The raw bar is what you would expect: fresh, perfectly chilled seafood. The apps and entrees are outstanding and service was on point. This really couldn't have come at a better time because area restaurants were becoming stale and mundane. If you are looking for an up beat place where service is important and quality seafood is a must, open the doors and go on in!
(4)Therese P.
Tried this place last evening and it seems to be a winner. Reservations through open table were easy ... next time I'll request a booth though. The restaurant is visually appealing, clean, and modern. The staff seemed very attentive from the time we walked in. Our server was great and helpful with suggestions. I'd give him credit but don't believe he told us his name. The legal sangria was very tasty. And while the wine is a bit pricy at $10+/glass, they do pour a reasonable glass of wine. We got the mac & cheese and cioppino. Both were fabulous. Would recommend either highly. Neither was too salty for our taste. The only negative and this was not enough to take off stars for, is that it is a busy place, which is their goal, of course. But in addition to customers, there seems to be a significant amount of staff floating around, probably checking the status for the waiting list, but this makes it appear even busier and may make people feel a bit rushed. Many of these people did greet us, all were pleasant, and the manager visited to inquire about our experience, which was appreciated. But they may want to try to limit the circulating hosts a bit. Regardless of this, we could still have a good conversation ... it was not too loud. This restaurant just opened and clearly will be a popular place. We'll be back for sure!
(5)Nichole V.
Delicious, and not very expensive. My husband and I got two dinners an appetizer and a drink and it was less than a $50.
(4)Monica J.
Excellent service, friendly staff and delicious food! No complaints from me. We attended on a Friday night for a company Christmas party and had an attentive server who was able to suggest drinks and appetizers for the group. We never wanted for anything, and the food was beyond yummy! Will definitely go back!
(4)Craig F.
They're off to a good start. Service was great, food was good with the typical Legal quality. Only thing that kept it from 5 stars was the noise level
(4)Amy C.
The first time i went here it was extremely crowded and service was ehhhhh.... Putting that aside cause it was fairly new, I went back tonight!!!!! Food was decent. Service- well let's say, not very warm or welcoming on a cold evening as slow as it was. Now, let's start with the bartender, NO PERSONALITY WHATSOEVER. I felt although i was ordering my food and drinks from a speaker from kfc not legal c. I'm in the service business and when the bartender makes you feel comfortable and welcomed, at least you know if the food isn't great, they'll go out of their way to make it better... She didn't even ask how it was. I'm starting to believe there should be a personality test for bartenders. Geeezzzzzz
(2)Anna C.
Everything is wonderful. The Hoisin glazed Salmon was cooked perfectly, be sure to know it's a sweet dish with a veggie pad Thai. I'd highly recommend Cioppino (shell fish, mussels, & more) for value, taste, and portion. There was so much seafood soaking in a bowl of broth. I was pleasantly surprised with the delicious apple sangria. The drinks change with the season. I like how they modify the menu every few months. Make reservations for Thursday - Sunday night! Gorgeous outdoor seating when it's warmer. Very knowledgeable wait staff.
(4)June D.
Had dinner here recently on a Saturday night. Even though it was cold and snowy, the place was busy. We got there early enough so we didn't have to wait. Ryan, our waiter, told us the specials and recommended the sushi app. Based on his recommendation, I got it and loved it! It was fresh, flavorful and a great way to start my meal. My husband had the fried scallops, and we couldn't believe the amount of scallops in his plate. He loved them! I had grilled salmon over jasmine rice and spinach. Ryan suggested the salmon be cooked medium, and he was right. If it were cooked any longer, it would have been too dry. The spinach was just slightly wilted which is how I like it and believe that's how it should be cooked. The seasonings were spot on, and it was one of the best meals eaten out I've had in a while. Definitely will return!!
(4)Terry R.
I go to legal sea foods all around the country assign this location has poor quality service I told them it was my birthday I bought a bottle of wine I had to tell them to top it off call me a glass of wine pour me a glass of wine make me a glass of wine put it in there let's go fill me up no birthday treat no birthday food all I got was the muscle cell with riding cold not very happy with the muscles I told the manager of the muscles are cold and she said she would take them off but you never did and was in desperate very disappointed
(1)Kara B.
We went to Legal C Bar this past Mother's Day and it was fantastic. Everything from the service, drinks, food and decor was spot on. It's a spacious and inviting atmosphere and the smells of the fresh dishes coming from the open kitchen fills the air. My extra spicy Bloody Mary was a perfect way to start our lunch, and our kids devoured the calamari. The entrees were perfectly portioned and cooked as ordered. Legal C is also the perfect setting for a quick work lunch or just a few drinks. We will def be back and look forward to another wonderful experience.
(4)Walter M.
Excellent quality seafood within walking distance of the Sheraton Colonial in Wakfield, MA. This restaurant is located in an up and coming "town center" type of retail area. We dined on fresh locally caught oysters that tasted so fresh it was if you pulled them from the ocean that morning. Next, we followed up the apps with the fresh swordfish which was grilled to perfection. The service was excellent (sat @bar) by Joanie and Joanne who kept our drinks topped off and encouraged our water consumption as well. Only four stars due to price.
(4)C O.
We went out for New Year's Eve and it was amazing! I ordered grilled salmon with mashed potatoes and spinach! Food was so good! Prime rib steak was delicious also. Service was outstanding!
(5)Lesley A.
Loved this place! Great, fresh seafood. Got the oysters and clam chowder to start and both were divine. I got the Cioppini which has tons of seafood in it. My boyfriend got the lobster pizza on special and he really enjoyed it. Excellent atmosphere, awesome drink menu, and really great service. I am looking forward to going back!
(5)Jennifer B.
i have been here a handful of times and the food is always delicious. the drinks are great ( the red sangria is great, not too sweet but nice and bright and fruity) their sushi is great and their salmon with pad thai is out of this world. my boyfriend doesnt even like pad thai and he kept taking bites off my plate. service has always been attentive but not intrusive. yes it can get pretty noisy there and some people may not like being seated near the kitchen. i dont mind that and actually like looking at the meals coming out because sometimes they look so damn good that i change my order at the last minute. my sister loves their raw bar, i am not an oyster fan but she says they are always fresh and delicious. she usually gets the sampler plate that gives you 2 of each kind of oyster. she cant eat them fast enough!
(5)Jon C.
Staff was very good, drinks ok, DO NOT get the lobster we ordered two 2-2.5lb baked stuffed lobsters they were so very dry (horrible). We told the waitress the lobsters were not good and she responded by saying were they dry? We said beyond dry. This must be a regular problem if she new the issue before we told her. There were 8 people at the table for the money none of us thought we would go back. Overrated.
(2)Glaucia A.
Disappointing! A big let down. Service is very slow, ordered appetizer and drinks. Waitress forgot appetizer, the calamari was very good when it finally came. I ordered a salad with salmon, the salmon was good but the salad was disappointing, just a bed of crappy lettuce sprinkled with tortilla crumbs. And goat cheese. It was supposed to come with apples, tortilla strips and avocado which I found a small piece when I was done with the salad. My significant other ordered scallops with fries and asparagus which where supposed to come with grated cheese and didn't. Drinks were ok, everything was just sub par and expensive. We got a $90 bill for bellow average food. I don't recommend coming here for eating, maybe for appetizers and a drink.
(3)Days G.
great service, great atmosphere, great location!! food was so delicious and the drinks were strong. the bang bang cauliflowers are so amazing!!!!!
(5)Steve S.
Had lunch date here on 12/27/13. Atmosphere was boisterous and fun. Menu was great, as usual for Legal, and service was pleasant and attentive. Located in the new Marketplace in Lynnfield, there are lots of choices for window shopping before and after your meal. Will look forward to an opportunity to return and spend time at the bar.
(3)Dave O.
Very good food and drink--I have eaten here many times and I've never been disappointed-- I enjoy their chowder, salads, bread, grilled fish, calamari, cauliflower, and crab cakes. The service has always been enjoyable.
(4)Joni B.
I have never been a big fan of Legal's Seafood because while the fish is always very fresh, I found the preparations to be rather pedestrian and in the Boston area there are so many other options, my favorites being Mare and Neptune Oyster both in the North End. Because it's so close to my home, I decided to try the new Legal C Bar in Lynnfield. I have to say I was very pleasantly surprised. I sat at the large bar. I saw the Bruins clinch the first series so, that was a plus. Besides that: The bartenders were friendly, professional, and knowledgable. My martini was well made. A $12 Ketel One martini with bleu cheese olives is about $4 less than it would be in the city. They had a special sushi roll that they said was like a salmon pad thai roll. I tried it and it was delicious and tasted very much like pad Thai without the noodles. Next I had the crab cake which was wonderful and almost all crab! It also came with a nice green salad. Lastly, because I came in very hungry, I had the smoked salmon tartare. This is not for the faint of heart. It's quite strongly smoked and salty but the sweet New England brown bread round that it was served on really rounded out the flavor. It was my least favorite of what I had but still very good. Suffice it to say I was very happy with my experience and will return. They also have a good wine list. I had a glass of Cake Bread Sauvignon Blanc, one of my favorite white wines and great with seafood!
(4)Traci M.
Cool place. Less expensive than regular Legal Seafood. It's brand new and I think they are still trying to get settled in - meaning that our waiter was incredibly overbearing and the General Manager visited our table 3 times while we were there for about an hour and a half!!!! The waiter came to our table so many times I was getting anxiety about what he would say next. It was definitely odd. They were all kissing our butts but in a way that seemed fake. I'd go back because the food was really good and maybe they were having a weird night. When we walked in the door three different people asked us if we had reservations when the place was half empty. That drives me nuts. I don't like seafood but there was a good steak entree - steak tips which was incredible. I substituted the fries for butternut squash which was great too. I wish there were more than two choices for the non seafood eater. Their rolls were great - piping hot and butter on the side. Yum. The appetizer house salad is definitely big enough for two. If you like a lot of attention this seems to be a good place!
(4)Joe N.
Stopped in last night only for a drink. The atmosphere was great and the bar tenders were extremely friendly and very knowledgable and helpful. They let us sample one wine im particular and then educated us on it a bit. Definitely going back for dinner in the near future!
(5)Bob B.
Nothing special. Service was slow and spotty. Food was a C minus. I have to say that Legal's various restaurants have really gone downhill the past few years. Too bad.
(2)Adam M.
Excellent food and awesome customer service. We ate at the bar and had the crab pizza, sushi, and buffalo shrimp. I didn't particular care for one of the speciality drinks. The bartender noticed it right away and took it off our bill. We will def. be back.
(4)Jessica P.
Stopped in for lunch this past Sunday and had a very nice experience. Our waitress was friendly and attentive, and wasn't annoyed that my fiance and I were waiting on the last person in our party for about 30 minutes. We both ordered drinks and the blackened tuna sashimi while we waited, and everything was good. We also tried the bang bang cauliflowers and while at first I was disappointed they were fried, I quickly forgot about that during my first bite. They were delicious! Would definitely recommend both of these appetizers to other visitors.
(4)Wayne G.
The food was excellent. Enjoyed by all at our table from lobster roll to cram roll, bang bang cauliflower, all good. But I happen to mention that we were visiting from Texas, never been there before and at the time of our meal I was enjoying a Harpoon Boston Stout. 5 star.. Asked then if I could purchase the glass it was in, had logo and Boston skyline. The manager said " no I only have 10 can't afford to do that , go on Amazon and try to purchase one. " To me that would have been good customer relations had he allowed me to have the glass ( even dirty ) But we won't be back.
(3)Deborah G.
Great service! Loved the Deviled eggs! Delicious! It is busy was constantly checked on by the many bar staff! Will be back!
(5)Fred B.
We have been to many of Legal's restaurants but our first time here. Saturday dinner reservation and seated right away. The service was excellent as usual at Legal. Great atmosphere. Excellent food and wine. Very cooperative with dietary restrictions which is a key for us. Will definitely return.
(4)Karla M.
Great service, great food. Drinks are very pricey, but weak. If I'm paying $12 a drink, I'd like a real drink!
(3)Ryan C.
Went on a Saturday night with a group of people and the wait was 1.5 hours, which was ok, as we'd just walk the stores for a bit. When we returned 1.5 hours later we kept waiting and waiting and heard a new story from everyone working there. At 3 hours waiting, the solution by the manager was to split my party up into four groups. We walked out. If you have more than 4 people in your party, stay away. This place has awful customer service.
(1)George A.
I ordered a Lobster Cocktail...$17.99...and a salad. Salad was delicious...cocktail came and I could not help note the size of claw on the dish with the greens...and the lobster tail shell juxtapose . Great presentation until I picked up each to find they were empty..merely decorations. It took me awhile but I did find 6 or 8 gumdrop size pieces of lobster. Dont waste you money...I'll go back - with a gift certificate - get an expensive martini - then leave for Jimmys Steerhouse on Route 1.
(1)Joseph C.
Lucky enough to score a friends and family invite before the official opening of the restaurant. This location is very convenient in the brand new Market Street complex in Lynnfield. The area has several other restaurants as well as numerous shops and a large Whole Foods. This restaurant is a nice modern and bright establishment with a large open kitchen along one wall of the restaurant with the bar in the middle of the space. The spicy ribs as an appetizer were surperb. Fork tender with just the right amount of heat. The fried seafood we both had were typical of Legal; day boat fresh and delicious. My scallop plate had a huge amount of plump sea scallops and my wife's cod fillet was large and thick. The handcut fries were perfectly cooked crispy on the outside and soft and potatoy inside. Dessert was chef's choice and was unbelievable. I will definetly order again. If you are tooling down I-95 on your way home from work stop for a drink and some spectacular food in a casual friendly space.
(5)kris n.
We got a gift certificate so were back again and Food was great. Still a Legal C's fan.
(5)J N.
Good food but discombobulated service. Went in on Sat. even at 5:30 put our name in for table of 2. Told it was a 30 min wait. Place was full but not barely. One our later went to desk to check on our reservation... after a few mins the hostess said we were 3rd in line. Complained about others being sat before us, all of a sudden we were first in line. Sat. waited for overly busy waitress to great us, etc. etc. Spent 3 hours there. Very noise sports bar type atmosphere but Legal Seafood prices. It's not hard to find better.
(2)cheri t.
We had an early dinner here yesterday and overall our experience was no more than three stars. First off, the service was excellent, we wanted for nothing the whole meal, I could not find one thing bad to say about her if I tried. That being said, the food was not that great and very disappointed with the menu We ordered the Salmon tartar and it had minimal sauce with exactly one caper. I asked for more sauce and it came out in a dirty paper cup, considering the price of the .food, I was shocked. The bang bang cauliflower was tasty, but again minimal sauce, although this appetizer was the highlight of our food. I had the Cioppino and it was disappointing, one small lobster claw with minimal meat, and I had to break it open. Not what I expected. Mostly contained mussels, and if I wanted a meal with 90% mussels I would have just ordered mussels. Tons of cooks, maybe they need to be a little less cheap with the food.
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