Legal Sea Foods – Virginia Beach

4.3

529 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

24 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Great for happy hour

Our Town Center of Virginia Beach location will be overlooking the main plaza. The 8000 square-foot layout will be able to accommodate guests for both lunch and dinner throughout renovated dining rooms, private event spaces, expanded bar and wrap-around patio. The menu will feature our signature dishes, focusing on our commitment to quality and guest service.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
Phone number
(757) 814-2722
Website
https://www.legalseafoods.com/locations/virginia-beach/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Let Legal Sea Foods do the cooking for your family or business event! Whether you are simply craving seafood for your team lunch or you need help feeding a crowd, our Catering Menu provides all the options you'll need to impress your guests!
Private party facilities
Welcome to Legal Sea Foods - Virginia Beach! Our restaurant is conveniently located in the Town Center and offers flexible space for both small and large events. The Ship’s Cabin private dining room can accommodate events of every kind, including a seated dinner, or celebratory cocktail reception!
Private party contact
Jessica Keefe: (617) 530-9432

Location
211 Market St, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Area
Virginia Beach
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options

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Experiences

Restaurant Week in Virginia Beach!
20 Jan 2025 - 26 Jan 2025
Join us for Virginia Beach Restaurant Week and enjoy special prix fixe menus, only January 20th – January 26th! Feast on a 2-course prix fixe lunch menu for $20 or a 3-course dinner menu for just $45. Enjoy favorites like our famous New England Clam Chowder, Clam Strips, Shrimp Scampi, Boston Cream Pie, and more. View Menu: https://www.legalseafoods.com/whats-on/virginia-beach-restaurant-week/

Offers

Happy Hour at Legal Sea Foods!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 13:00 - 15:30,Mon - Thu - 15:00 - 16:00, 16:00 - 17:30,Fri - 15:00 - 16:00,Sat - 13:00 - 15:30
We’re excited to announce our new Happy Hour menu in Virginia Beach, offered in the bar and lounge area. Available weekdays 3pm – 6pm and weekends 1-4pm. Enjoy food and drink specials including: $3 off alcoholic drinks, 30% off starters, and $2 raw oysters. Plus roll the dice for additional deals during your visit!

Popular dishes

New England Clam Chowder
our classic recipe
- CupUS$8.50
- BowlUS$10.50
She-Crab Bisque
lump crab, old bay
- CupUS$10.50
- BowlUS$12.50
Crispy Calamari**US$17.00
With tartar sauce. Rhode Island (hot peppers & garlic) - or - Thai (pineapple & peanuts)
- Rhode Island or ThaiUS$18.00
Fish TacosUS$15.00
fried or blackened whitefish, pickled red cabbage, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo
Legal's Signature Crab CakeUS$23.00
lump crab, mustard sauce, mixed greens, corn, peas, radish, tomato, chive vinaigrette
Crab Cake Sliders**US$21.00
roasted red pepper sauce
StuffiesUS$16.00
Cape Cod quahogs, chouriço, butter, ritz crumbs
Crab Pesto FlatbreadUS$18.00
smoked applewood bacon, roasted tomato, cheddar and romano, old bay aioli
Organic PEI Mussels**US$18.00
garlic-butter broth, white wine, grilled crusty bread
St. Louis Ribs**US$17.00
coffee BBQ sauce
Bang Bang CauliflowerUS$15.00
tempura fried, kung pao sauce (contains peanut oil)
Corn Ribs**US$13.00
chipotle aioli, cotija cheese, cilantro

Raw Bar & Sushi

Pure, natural, and prepared to order. Full Sushi Menu Also Available - ask your server for today's selection of sushi and sake

Oysters of the Day* **US$3.50
New England Littleneck Clams* **US$2.50
Colossal Naked Shrimp Cocktail**US$20.00
Chilled Seafood Platter* **US$85.00
serves 4: oysters, clams, shrimp cocktail, lobster tail, tuna poke
Blackened Raw Tuna Tataki* **US$18.00
sesame chili vinaigrette, seaweed salad, wasabi cream
Edamame**US$8.00
with sea salt or Tajín chili-lime spice

Crispy Fried

TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND OR ANGRY STYLE served with french fries and coleslaw

Jumbo Naked Shrimp**US$27.00
North Atlantic Sea Scallops**US$37.00
New England Clams**
whole-bellied, sweet & petite
- MKT
Fisherman's Platter**US$42.00
jumbo naked shrimp, sea scallops, local whitefish & calamari
Fish & Chips**US$28.00
locally-sourced by our good friend, Tory Bramante

LTK

Beet Roasted Salmon*, Organic Sea Harvest, Isle of SkyeUS$33.00
beet purée, chilled panzanella salad
Mexican Street Cod**US$30.00
roast corn off the cob, cotija cheese, cilantro, blue corn tortilla
Sesame Crusted Yellowfin Tuna*US$39.00
Szechuan green beans, peanuts, ponzu
Mediterranean SwordfishUS$38.00
pearl couscous salad, tzatziki, roasted tomatoes
LSF Gumbo
andouille sausage, jasmine rice
- ShrimpUS$29.00
- ChickenUS$26.50
Crab Stuffed Rainbow Trout**US$31.00
lump crab, cajun lemon cream, herbed rice pilaf, green beans
Oven Roasted Branzino**US$36.00
whipped potatoes, fennel and orange, garlic butter

Fresh Catch

Prepared blackened or grilled. Includes choice of two sides. Add an enhancement: cajun spice | garlic butter | ancho chile butter. Make it a power bowl $6 - quinoa, roasted vegetables and kale

Organic Salmon* **US$33.00
Isle of Skye, Scotland (EU Organic)
Yellowfin Tuna Steak* **US$39.00
Swordfish Steak**US$38.00
Cod**US$30.00
Iceland (MSC Certified Sustainable)
Sea Scallops**US$37.00
Gulf of Maine (MSC Certified Sustainable)
Colossal Shrimp**US$34.00
Bay of Bengal (All Natural, BAP 4-Star Certified Sustainable)
Rainbow Trout**US$28.00
Columbia River

Legal Classics

New England Baked Haddock - Anna's WayUS$28.00
buttered crumbs, roasted tomato, herbed rice pilaf, broccoli
Scampi
linguini, tomato, sofrito, lemon cream
- ShrimpUS$29.00
- ChickenUS$26.50
Legal's Signature Crab Cake ComboUS$43.00
lump crab cake, grilled shrimp, seared scallops, mustard sauce, herbed rice pilaf, mixed greens, corn, peas, radish, tomato, chive vinaigrette
Cioppino**US$44.00
clams, mussels, scallops, shrimp, calamari, whitefish, lobster tail, tomato broth
Lobster RavioliUS$46.00
fra diavolo, lobster tail, grilled crusty bread
Baked Lobster Mac & Cheese
one whole Gulf of Maine lobster, Vermont cheddar, buttered crumbs
- MKT
Stuffed Lobster TailsUS$45.00
shrimp, scallops, peppers, onions, buttery crackers, choice of two sides
Gulf of Maine Lobster**
steamed or baked with shrimp & scallop stuffing, choice of two sides
- MKT

Surf & Turf

Chicken Under a Brick**US$28.00
brushed with ancho chile butter, whipped potatoes, broccoli
Double R Ranch Filet Mignon* **US$48.00
brushed with ancho chile butter, whipped potatoes, broccoli
Surf & Turf*
above filet mignon paired with your choice of the following:
- Grilled Colossal Shrimp**US$13.00
- Seared Sea Scallops**US$16.00
- Grilled Lobster Tail**US$16.00
- Crab CakeUS$20.00
Snake River Farms American Wagyu Bavette* **US$44.00
ancho chile shrimp, chimichurri, corn ribs, chipotle aioli, cotija cheese

Sandwiches & Salads

Double R Ranch USDA Prime Bacon Cheddar Burger* **US$19.00
applewood smoked bacon, Vermont cheddar, lettuce, tomato, french fries & coleslaw
New England Crab Roll**US$34.00
delicate New England crabmeat with mayo, french fries & coleslaw
Half Pound Maine Lobster Roll**US$43.00
warm butter-poached or traditional with lemon mayo, french fries & coleslaw
Greek Salad**US$12.00
tomato, cucumber, feta, chickpeas, Kalamata olives, lemon-oregano vinaigrette
House Salad**US$11.00
local organic leaf lettuce, corn, peas, radish, cherry tomato, chive vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad**US$11.00
romaine hearts, garlic croutons, shaved romano, creamy dressing
Legal Wedge**US$12.00
salmon bacon, iceberg, tomatoes, crispy onions, crumbled blue cheese dressing

Top Salads With

Grilled or Cajun ChickenUS$7.00
Grilled Steak Tips*US$14.00
Grilled or Cajun Colossal ShrimpUS$13.00
Seared or Cajun Sea ScallopsUS$16.00
Grilled or Cajun Organic Salmon*US$15.00
Grilled or Cajun Tuna*US$15.00
Lobster Salad
- MKT
Crabmeat Salad
- MKT

Sides

Coleslaw**US$4.00
Herbed Rice PilafUS$7.00
Jasmine Rice**US$7.00
Pearl Couscous SaladUS$8.00
Street Corn**US$8.00
off the cob, cotija cheese, crema, cilantro
Szechuan Green BeansUS$8.00
red peppers, roasted peanuts
Steamed Broccoli**US$7.00
Whipped Potatoes**US$8.00
French Fries**US$7.00
Broccoli au GratinUS$9.00

What 529 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

Norfolk / Virginia Beach
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Legal Sea Foods in Virginia Beach offers a memorable dining experience with standout features like "exceptional service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the clam chowder, lobster rolls, and personalized celebrations led by attentive staff like Jordan and Kelly. While some diners noted service inconsistencies, the majority praise the "great atmosphere" and "perfect seafood."

529 Reviews

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Loreto
Richmond
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fantastic and the staff very hospitable. Thanks for a great night out with my wife.
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michael
Richmond
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First visit to Legal Sea Foods in Virginia Beach. Very pleasant. Thanks to Restaurant Week for providing the impetus to visit.
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Deborah
Richmond
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent, food was cooked well but still just ok. I would recommend for happy hour but not for dinner.
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Gregory
VIP
Richmond
36 reviews
2.0
36 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Attended with a party of 4. Service was slow. Took over 20 mins to receive drinks (cocktails) and 45 mins to receive appetizers. Food was not served together, but rather as it came out from the kitchen, so we all ate separately. Poor experience overall.
Legal Sea Foods – Virginia BeachResponded 3 days ago
Hello Gregory, We're sorry to hear about your recent experience at Legal Sea Foods. We apologize for the delay in service and the mix-up with the order. We understand how frustrating this can be and we're disappointed to hear that you didn't enjoy the meal as a group. Your feedback is important to us and we'll definitely use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it up to you. Respectfully, Andrew Good General Manager
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William
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We decided to patronize our Va Beach Legal Seafood Restaurant because of "Chowder Day". We have been eating Legal Clam Chowder forever, and it is as good now as it was 20 years ago.
Legal Sea Foods – Virginia BeachResponded on 16 January 2025
Thanks for the feedback, William! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Legal Seafood Chowder Day. It's wonderful to know that our commitment to serving you our classic Clam Chowder has not gone unnoticed. We appreciate your continued patronage and look forward to serving you more chowder favorites in the future! Respectfully, Andrew Good General Manager
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Michael
Richmond
14 reviews
1.0
14 reviews
Dined on 14 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Tuesdays are a slow night, granted. But a 630 reservation and subsequent dining "experience" should not be a problem on any night. It was. Sadly, I had a friend from out of town who wanted to go to Legal, so we went. I note that in 2023, I went for a birthday dinner and was furious at how bad the experience was - service pitiful, employee attitude poor, and food not even close in quality to the price point my lady paid for. This latest experience was identical. Never again, quoted the patron, never again. Did I mention that the bill was $221 before tip, or that fish was overcooked for 2 guests and undercooked for 1? Also, no manager apologies, no comps? Overall, once a 1-star, always a 1-star. Vote with your feet on this one!
Legal Sea Foods – Virginia BeachResponded on 15 January 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Michael. We're truly sorry to hear about your experience. We understand that food not coming out properly can be frustrating, especially when you're looking forward to a good meal. We're sorry to hear that we fell short on the quality and service you expected. Your feedback is invaluable, and we'll definitely take it into consideration. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right. Respectfully, Andrew Good General Manager
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Wyniakia
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The atmosphere was beautiful the waiter was excellent the food and the drinks was the Bomb, the Bartender I forgot her name but I know her birthday is today Happy Birthday was great. Top Tier Restaurant everything was 1000% great, excellent, perfect. I'll be having my dinner there for my Birthday.
Legal Sea Foods – Virginia BeachResponded on 3 January 2025
Thanks for the review, Wyniakia! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great birthday celebration at Legal Sea Foods. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, and drinks. We're also glad you had a positive experience with our service. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again on your next birthday celebration or any time you're in the area. Respectfully, Andrew Good General Manager
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Priyam
Richmond
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I went there with my family on first of January for lunch. The lady who greeted us was nice. Our server was OK but the food was terrible. The calamari was not crispy fried and was greasy same was the fish and chips. My kid ordered beef tenderloin, and the meat was really low quality, tasteless meat. I don’t know if it was because of first January and they had their main chef on leave that could be a reason, but my experience was terrible and I will never go back again.
Legal Sea Foods – Virginia BeachResponded on 2 January 2025
Thanks for the review, Priyam. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Legal Sea Foods didn't meet your expectations. We pride ourselves on our culinary expertise and it seems we missed the mark this time. We're disappointed to hear about the quality of our food and the issues you faced with the service. Your feedback is invaluable, and we'll certainly take it into consideration as we strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to serve you better in the future. Respectfully, Andrew Good General Manager
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Ziauddin
Richmond
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Service was poor. They delayed taking order until I have to go and remind. Mixed up food quite a bit. One of the server seems very unprofessional while placing food. Primary server who took order was good. Taste was nothing great and especially with too many mixups, lost interest. Overall very poor experience.
Legal Sea Foods – Virginia BeachResponded on 1 January 2025
Hello Ziauddin, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Legal Sea Foods. We strive to provide excellent service and delicious food, and it seems we fell short during your visit. We appreciate your feedback on the mix-ups and service speed, and we assure you that we will address these issues. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Respectfully, Andrew Good General Manager
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Roslyn
Richmond
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always have a great experience at Legal Seafood and my Fishermen platter was delicious. My guest also enjoyed the food Sams the service.
Legal Sea Foods – Virginia BeachResponded on 1 January 2025
Hey Roslyn, We're thrilled to hear that you always have a great experience at Legal Sea Foods! It's wonderful to know that you and your guest enjoyed your Fishermen platter. We strive to provide delicious food and top-notch service, so your positive feedback means a lot to us. Thank you for your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon! Respectfully, Andrew Good General Manager
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Legal Sea Foods – Virginia Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 814-2722.

Legal Sea Foods – Virginia Beach is rated 4.3 stars by 529 OpenTable diners.