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Cambridge Kendall Square

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Cambridge Kendall Square

At this time we are temporarily closed for kitchen renovations. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you can visit us at one of our other locations. If you’re in town for the Head of the Charles Regatta we invite you to visit our Long Wharf location. 

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Legal Sea Foods was founded over 70 years ago in Cambridge, and our Kendall Square location continues the legacy with a recently renovated space. Find us near MIT and the local business district, as well as the Marriott Hotel and the Cambridgeshire Galleria and Museum of Science. Our Cambridge location offers a bar, booth and table seating, private dining room, and seasonal patio, catering to residents, office workers, and tourists alike.

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Opening Hours

At this time we are temporarily closed for kitchen renovations. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you can visit us at one of our other locations. If you are in town for the Head of the Charles Regatta, we invite you to our Long Wharf location. Stay tuned for reopening info!

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Directions

355 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02142

Parking Info

Our validation will net you savings. Park for discounted rates at the Kendall Center Green Garage at 90 Broadway.

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(617) 864-3400

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Celebrate Oyster Festival

Join us in October as we celebrate all things oysters during our annual Oyster Festival. Enjoy $1 oysters every Tuesday* and a limited-time menu of feature dishes like Buffalo Oyster Sea-Cones, Oysters Rockefeller, Oyster Scampi, and more!

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Private Events

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Private events to remember

Perfect Events, Every Time. With years of experience, our dedicated private events team will ensure that your event not only tastes delicious, but looks amazing and runs smoothly. Get in contact to discuss your next event

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Hosting a party? We’ve got you covered

On point for the next family get together or office do? At Legal Sea Foods we bring the party to you. All our classic New England dishes prepared perfectly, ready for you to serve. So, take the stress out of your next function and order from our catering menu.

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