LSF LONG WHARF LLC

Legal Sea Foods is a renowned American restaurant chain specializing in fresh, high-quality seafood. Established in 1950 as a fish market in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company has grown to operate 25 restaurants across five states. These include Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Virginia. The brand is synonymous with freshness and quality, adhering to the philosophy: "If it isn't fresh, it isn't Legal!"

The journey began when George Berkowitz opened a fish market adjacent to his father's grocery store in Inman Square, Cambridge. In 1968, the first seafood restaurant was launched next door, offering simply prepared dishes like broiled or fried fish served on paper plates at communal picnic tables. This humble setting quickly gained popularity, leading to expansion along the Eastern Seaboard.

Commitment to Sustainability and Sourcing

Legal Sea Foods is committed to responsible sourcing and sustainability. The company partners with day boat fishing operations to ensure the freshest catch. It was also among the first to implement Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) programs, setting industry standards for freshness and food safety.

Menu and Offerings

The menu features over 40 varieties of fresh fish and shellfish, prepared in traditional New England styles. Signature dishes include clam chowder, lobster rolls, fried clams, crab cakes, and baked scrod. Extensive wine lists and full-service bars are available at all locations.

Restaurants offer separate lunch and dinner menus, gluten-free options, and a kids’ menu to cater to diverse tastes.

Online Market and Additional Concepts

Beyond the restaurants, Legal Sea Foods operates an online fish market, shipping fresh seafood nationwide. Customers can order prepared dishes like Lobster Mac & Cheese and New England Baked Haddock, as well as live lobsters, fresh cold-water fish, and shellfish, guaranteed for freshness and quality.

The company has also developed unique concepts such as Legal Test Kitchen, Legal C Bar, and Legal Fish Bowl, each providing distinct dining experiences. For example, Legal Test Kitchen features a menu that is 50 to 60 percent non-seafood to appeal to a broader audience.

Community Involvement and Recognition

Legal Sea Foods has a longstanding relationship with the Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics, sponsoring promotions like the "Fan of the Game" at Celtics home games. The company's clam chowder has been served at every presidential inauguration since 1981, highlighting its status as a New England culinary staple.

Locations

• Cambridge, MA, USA - The birthplace of Legal Sea Foods, original fish market location.
• Boston, MA, USA - A key location along the Eastern Seaboard with full-service restaurant offerings.

With a commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation, Legal Sea Foods continues to be a leading destination for seafood enthusiasts. It offers a true taste of New England's finest seafood both in its restaurants and through its online market.