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Legal Sea Foods - Chicago, Chicago, IL

Legal Sea Foods - Chicago

4.0
4
309 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Legal Sea Foods Chicago is now open along the vibrant Riverwalk in the bustling River North neighborhood at the famous Marina Towers. Legal's first Midwest location features two floors of upscale casual New England vibes with sweeping riverfront views and an outdoor space. The brand-new restaurant features a large main dining room, bar area, private event space, and outdoor terraces. Enjoy New England favorites, including Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more! Legal Sea Foods combines New England's coastal fishing traditions with modern culinary flair. A taste of New England in the Mid-West.
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What 309 people are saying

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4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Chicago

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Legal Sea Foods in Chicago offers a stunning riverfront location and a "fantastic happy hour." Diners praise the "best clam chowder," "awesome crab cakes," and attentive service from staff like Chris and Paris. While some diners note inconsistencies, Legal Sea Foods is celebrated for its fresh seafood and welcoming ambiance.

309 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Met friends there for Sunday brunch, we had a great time.

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  2. OpenTable Diner VIP

    St. Louis1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Waiter was awful. To make it worse , he was training a new waiter. I order a salty dish and my drink was never refilled. Order was incomplete yet I could never inform him as he never stopped by. Fried food was over bartered.
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Legal Sea Foods - Chicago. We pride ourselves on our service and it sounds like we missed the mark during your visit. We understand how frustrating it can be to have a dish not received to the level you expect, and we apologize for this. We're also sorry to hear about your wait experience. It's certainly not the standard we aim for. We'll take your feedback into account as we continuously strive to improve our service. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with the service you deserve. Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. Melissa

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wanted to enjoy the view of the Chicago River but the area near the window was really cold so we had to move to other side of the room with very little view. Great if they can forgive out how to moderate the temps. Otherwise a great experience.
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Melissa, Thank you very much for the positive feedback! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your experience. Thanks so much for joining us and we look forward to serving you at your next visit! We apologize about the Windows they Do tend to get a bit Colder especially when the Temperature is lower! If you let me know when you're Looking to come back would love to get a seat on our patio when it is a bit warmer Best, Dino Masciopinto, Assistant General Manager

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  4. Cheryl

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was tasty! We started with oysters on the shell. They were plump and fresh. Tasted like the sea. My crab cake was mostly crab with just a little binder. My husband had Chilean Sea Bass. Very fresh and firm. My trout with lemon and capers was moist with just enough lemon, not to overpowering. The 4 sides were all done well. I especially liked the Brussels with bacon. The service was exceptional. We were given knowledgeable suggestions to help us decide what to choose. The waiter and the manager both were congenial and attentive. I recommend this restaurant.
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Cheryl, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our oysters, crab cake, and trout with lemon and capers. It's great to know that our fresh seafood hit the spot! We're also glad that our service met your expectations. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again at Legal Sea Foods - Chicago. Best wishes, The Management Team

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    If you’re looking for fine elegant dining, this isn’t the place. Not upscale and selection of food isn’t the greatest
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback! We're sorry to hear that you found our upscale and selection of food not to your taste. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your feedback will help us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best regards, Legal Sea Foods - Chicago Management Team

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  6. Andrew

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chris P was our waiter and did a stellar job. I used to live in Boston (home of LSF), and it was just like home. All the seafood couldn’t be fresher, cooked to perfection, and my two dining companions can be a little particular in what they like and don’t like, and everything was a home run! They even get their seafood directly from the fishermen. You gotta go!
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded on March 2, 2025
    Hey Andrew, we're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your dining experience at Legal Sea Foods - Chicago! It's great to know that our seafood and service met your expectations. We're especially proud of our freshness and quality, and we're glad your meals hit the mark. We're also happy to know that our seafood staff made your visit special. We can't wait to welcome you back! Legal Sea Foods - Chicago Management Team

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  7. Paige

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely great! Service was amazing and food was even better!
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Paige! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at Legal Sea Foods - Chicago. It's fantastic to know that our food and service met your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with an exceptional dining experience and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to serving you again soon! Dino Masciopinto Assistant General Manager

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  8. RitaB VIP

    Chicago53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, especially the Clam Chowder. Service was attentive and I did not feel rushed. Each course was perfectly paced, fresh and hot.
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Rita, Thank you for your wonderful review and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Clam Chowder and found our service to be attentive. We strive to provide a relaxed dining experience for our guests and it's great to know we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon at Legal Sea Foods - Chicago. Best regards, The Management Team

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  9. Sarah VIP

    Chicago9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Wait staff needs some training in attentiveness and menu. Was underwhelmed with quality of food for the price. Salad was dripping in dressing with old veggies. Great location, though!
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded on February 21, 2025
    Hi Sarah, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Legal Sea Foods - Chicago. We're sorry to hear that you found our service and food to be lacking in quality. We strive to provide our guests with exceptional food and service, and we regret that we fell short in this instance. Your feedback is valuable to us and we will certainly take it into consideration as we continuously work to improve our guests' experiences. We're glad you enjoyed the location and found it convenient. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again under better circumstances. Best regards, The Management Team

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  10. LindaC VIP

    Chicago27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We do not remember the portion sizes being so large. Also great to have the $1 and $2 cup and bowls of clam chowder as an add-on. The clam chowder is the best in the city. Only little point about improvement is to speed up delivery of drinks order. Several times when we have dined there, the drinks would arrive well after we received our first courses and/or our entrees. Otherwise, this resto is a great addition to River North.
    Legal Sea Foods - ChicagoResponded on February 17, 2025
    Hello Linda, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our clam chowder and found it to be the best in the city. It's great to know that our portion sizes met your expectations and that you appreciated the $1 and $2 cup and bowl deals. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the timing of our drinks service. We're always looking for ways to improve and your comments will help us. We're delighted to be a part of the lively dining scene in River North and we hope to serve you again soon! Best Regards, Legal Sea Foods - Chicago The Management Team

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FAQs

Legal Sea Foods - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 910-6517.

Legal Sea Foods - Chicago is rated 4 stars by 309 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Legal Sea Foods - Chicago

315 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654-2681

Additional information

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  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ozzy Amelotti
  • Delivery & takeout
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