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Moonshine 152, Boston, MA

Moonshine 152

4.9
4.9
1774 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 22 times today
  • Innovative
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
A modern -American, neighborhood bistro restaurant in Southie (South Boston) by Chef-owner Asia Mei (as seen on Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay & Phantom Gourmet). With a globally-inspired, comfort food meets street food menu, Chef Asia puts her unique spin on both East & West Coast style cooking, striving to match the beautiful restaurant’s aesthetic, contributing to numerous glowing re-reviews, accolades & praise. Her "Best of Boston" Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings, her award-winning Burgers & Vegetarian Burgers, Street Tacos & weekly changing specials are only some of the reasons she was awarded the 2023 Best of Boston Neighborhood Restaurant in South Boston.

Moonshine 152 is located at 152 Dorchester Avenue, on the corner of Dorchester Avenue & West 4th Street in South Boston. We are one block from the Broadway Red Line train station, with bus connections local bus connections. We are a short walk from the South End & Ink Block neighborhoods as well as The Seaport & Downtown Boston.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 752-4191
  • Website
    http://www.moonshine152.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Asia Mei
  • Location
    152 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02127
  • Neighbourhood
    South Boston
  • Cross Street
    Dorchester Avenue & West 4th Street South Boston
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    MBTA Red Line Broadway
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

To Get Ya Started

"Order Fire" quick starters available in small or large portions. Don't forget to top it off by adding your favorite proteins, fixins, sides & sauces to any dish

  • Menu Addition: 'Shine Wedge Salad

    Crispy Iceberg Lettuce, Roasted Butternut & Beet Crema, Shaved Pecorino Cheese, Candied Bacon & Chopped Hard-Boiled Egg

    • RegularUS$17.00
    • GrandeUS$28.00

  • Menu Addition: Autumn Arancini Risotto Fritters

    Parmesan-Pumpkin Arancini, Crispy Rice Fritters w/ Roasted Pumpkin, Butternut Squash, Pecorino Cheese, Black Garlic Aioli & Glazed Cranberries

    • RegularUS$17.00
    • GrandeUS$28.00

  • 'Shine Famous Caramelized Onion-Roasted Beet Dip

    Local Beets, Caramelized French Onion Dip, Crispy Corn Tortillas, Chickpea Papadums

    • RegularUS$14.00
    • GrandeUS$23.00

  • Local Mixed Greens Salad

    Japanese ginger-sesame carrot vinaigrette, crispy olive oil roasted kale

    • RegularUS$10.00
    • GrandeUS$14.00

  • Jalapeno Crab Rangoons

    Sweet and spicy honey-sambal, real jalapeno crab filling

    • RegularUS$16.00
    • GrandeUS$26.00

  • Blistered Shishito Peppers

    Toasted sesame, crispy garlic and shallots, soy vinaigrette

    • RegularUS$13.00
    • GrandeUS$22.00

  • Spicy Lamb Meatballs

    Organic ground lamb, habanero date jam, lingonberry

    • RegularUS$17.00
    • GrandeUS$28.00

  • Tapas Style Patatas Bravas

    Crispy olive oil roasted potatoes, sherry pesto aioli, roasted garlic oil

    • RegularUS$15.00
    • GrandeUS$26.00

  • 'Shine Famous Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites

    Caramelized onion sourdough stuffing wrapped in crispy pecanwood bacon, Candied ginger aioli

    • RegularUS$15.00
    • GrandeUS$24.00

Next Level Favorites

Shareable 'Shine classics available in small or large Portions. Don't forget to top it off by adding your favorite proteins, fixins, sides & sauces to any dish

  • Chef's Whim Soup for the Soul

    Hungarian Porcini Mushroom Bisque: Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Cream, Thyme, Scallion Oil

    • RegularUS$12.00
    • GrandeUS$19.00

  • Warm Kale And Quinoa Caesar Salad

    Heirloom quinoa, Sautéed kale, Creamy Caesar dressing, Wonton crisps, Shaved pecorino cheese

    • RegularUS$17.00
    • GrandeUS$26.00

  • Party Tots

    Tater tots smothered with kimchi butter, sweet chili, truffled teriyaki sauce

    • RegularUS$16.00
    • GrandeUS$26.00

  • Party Sprouts

    Pan-roasted brussels sprouts smothered with kimchi butter, sweet chili, truffled teriyaki sauce

    • RegularUS$17.00
    • GrandeUS$28.00

  • Moonshine's Boston's Best Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings

    served with Poblano Ranch Sauce

    • RegularUS$17.00
    • GrandeUS$29.00

Add Ons!

Add your favorite proteins to any dish on the menu!

  • Chef Asia's Famous Vegan Mushroom Tofu Burger PattyUS$10.00

    • Grass-Fed Beef Burger Patty*US$11.00

      • Spicy Lamb MeatballsUS$14.00

        • House Crispy Chicken NuggiesUS$14.00

          • Roasted Statler Chicken BreastUS$13.00

            • Pulled Chinatown Style Roasted DuckUS$13.00

              • Sautéed Baby Shrimp*US$13.00

                • Cajun Grilled Fish of the Day*US$15.00

                  A-Mei Street Tacos

                  Regular= 2 Tacos, Go Grande = 3 Tacos

                  • Throwback Korean BBQ Tacos

                    Boneless beef shortrib, Asian pear kimchi, candied ginger aioli

                    • RegularUS$16.00
                    • GrandeUS$24.00

                  • Charsiu Pulled Duck Tacos

                    Slow roasted duck, cabbage, wonton crisps

                    • RegularUS$17.00
                    • GrandeUS$25.00

                  • Roasted Cauliflower Tacos

                    Fennel roasted cauliflower, Curry goddess aioli, sesame candied walnuts, tempura crunchies

                    • RegularUS$15.00
                    • GrandeUS$22.00

                  • Devon's Favorite 'Shine Fish Tacos*

                    Beer battered tempura cod, mango-cabbage slaw, sweet chili, ginger aioli

                    • RegularUS$16.00
                    • GrandeUS$24.00

                  The Main Affair-Entrees

                  Don't forget to top it off by adding your favorite proteins, fixins, sides & sauces to any dish

                  • Menu Addition: Chef Asia's Famous "Pho-Rrito"US$27.00

                    Shredded Beef Brisket wrapped in a Scallion Pancake topped with Pho Noodle Salad, Beansprouts & a Bacony Pho-Bone Broth

                    • Chef Asia's Famous Vegetarian Mushroom Tofu BurgerUS$19.00

                      Sharp cheddar, Housemade aioli, LTO, House-cut shoestring french fries...... Now available Vegan, just ask!

                      • Grass-Fed 'shine Beef Burger*US$19.00

                        Sharp cheddar, Housemade aioli, LTO, House-cut shoestring french fries

                        • Make It a Double PattyUS$11.00

                      • November 2022 Burger of the Month: "The Gobble-Gobble" Thanksgiving BurgerUS$24.00

                        topped with House Cornbread Stuffing, Turkey Meatloaf Burger Bites, Maple Cranberry Mayo & Gravy served with Shoestring French Fries. Make It A Turkey Meatloaf Carver Sandwich! Go All-In On Thanksgiving By Swapping Out Your Burger Patty For Turkey Meatloaf Burger Bites! Just Ask Your Server!

                        • Leslie Knope's "Fried Chicken And Waffle"US$27.00

                          Moonshine's Best of Boston fried chicken, Belgian waffle, sriracha-bourbon awesome sauce, cinnamon honey butter

                          • Ron Swanson Brunch-Inspired Chipotle Pulled Pork Scallion Pancake Quesadilla*US$27.00

                            Smoky pulled pork, scrambled egg, tomato, petite mixed greens salad, teriyaki, sweet chili glaze, house-cut shoestring french fries

                            • Available Vegetarian without Pulled PorkUS$25.00

                          • Cajun Grilled Fish of the Day*US$29.00

                            Cajun grilled fish of the day, fried pickled green tomatoes, srirachi-shrimp uni butter, sauteed tomatoes

                            • Spanish Tapas Style Steak Frites*US$29.00

                              Tapas shallot roasted patatas bravas, sherry pesto aioli, basil macerated tomatoes

                              Rice / Noodle Bowls

                              Don't forget to top it off with your favorite proteins, fixins, sides & sauces to any dish. Swap out your white rice for mixed greens for $2

                              • Tiki Roasted Duck Noodle SaladUS$28.00

                                Hoisin Slow Roasted Pulled Duck Confit, Crystal Glass Vermicelli Noodles, Duck Fat Fried Brussels Sprouts, Honey Roasted Peanuts

                                • Mama Mei's Famous Dirty Fried RiceUS$21.00

                                  Stirfried Chinese sausage, Scrambled egg, Ginger, Scallions, Duck liver

                                  • Spicy Kimchi Thai Vegetarian Fried RiceUS$21.00

                                    Asian pear kimchi, jalapenos, scrambled egg, stirfried veggies... available vegan, just ask!

                                    • Hawaiian Poke Rice Bowl*US$29.00

                                      Sweet Maui onion salmon poke, house applewood smoked shrimp salad, mango-edamame salsa, sushi rice, crispy chickpea papadum chips

                                      • Thai Crispy Chicken Basil Rice BowlUS$27.00

                                        Spicy basil pepper glaze, crispy panko chicken, seasoned sushi rice, stir-fried veggies

                                        Top It off

                                        Compliment your meal by adding your favorite fixins, sides & sauces!

                                        • House-Cut Shoestring French FriesUS$7.00

                                          • Steamed White RiceUS$5.00

                                            • Pan-Roasted Brussel SproutsUS$9.00

                                              • Asian Pear KimchiUS$7.00

                                                • Add a Fried Egg To any Dish*US$2.00

                                                  • Add 2 Pcs Jalapeno Bacon To any DishUS$4.00

                                                    • Add Cheddar Cheese To any DishUS$2.00

                                                      • Add Sliced Jalapenos To any DishUS$2.00

                                                        • Side of Jalapeno BaconUS$7.00

                                                          • Chef Asia's Infamous "Angry Sauce"US$3.00

                                                            • Sauce It upUS$2.00

                                                              compliment your dish with one of Chef Asia's homemade sauces: Poblano ranch, Sweet chili honey, Sherry pesto aioli, Curry goddess aioli, Candied ginger aioli, Truffled teriyaki, Bourbon-Sriracha "Awesome sauce", Szechuan Chili Oil (contains sesame & peanuts), Carrot-Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette

                                                              • Sub Sides/Substitutions

                                                                inquire with your server for side substitutions

                                                                • Mkt

                                                              Last updated: November 18, 2022

                                                              What 1,774 people are saying

                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                              4.9
                                                              4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                              • 4.9Food
                                                              • 4.9Service
                                                              • 4.8Ambience
                                                              • 4.7Value

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                                                              Review summary

                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                              Moonshine 152 offers a "clever" dining experience with "genius" flavor combinations crafted by Chef Asia Mei. Guests rave about the "amazing food," "friendly staff," and the chef's personal touch in delivering dishes to tables. Its inventive menu, including standout brunch options, makes it a "neighborhood gem" in Boston.

                                                              1,774 Reviews

                                                              1. Lisa

                                                                VIP

                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                24 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                24 reviews

                                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Great food and a wonderful server! Very accommodating too.

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                                                              2. Irene

                                                                VIP

                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                29 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                29 reviews

                                                                Dined on December 18, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                What a fantastic spot! This was our first visit to Moonshine and we spent most of our meal discussing when we could return. The menu offers a variety of options, most done with an interesting twist. The menu has something for everyone and an assortment of add-ons so you can personalize any meal. We enjoyed the caramelized onion-roasted beet dip, Hot Honey- Buffalo mac'n'cheese fritters, hungarian mushroom bisque,, pulled duck tacos, carnitas Birria tacos, and crispy Tempura fish tacos. Everything was delicious and cooked perfectly. Flavors were balanced and interesting. Desserts looked awesome too but we were too stuffed. The atmosphere and service is warm and friendly. Chef & Owner Asia Mei was serving and connecting with guests as well. A real treat to say hello to the chef. Finally, there is full bar with nice list of cocktails, beers, and wine. I highly recommend Moonshine152 if you want something a bit different and delicious.

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                                                              3. Dennis

                                                                VIP

                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                8 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                8 reviews

                                                                Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                This is one of my favorite places for brunch. Asia Mei is a special human. I don’t know of any other restaurant where the owner comes out to personally bring you your food. The food is consistently good. The Ron Swanson is amazing. She also brought us a bowl of in-house made yogurt with flavored granola and pieces of fruit which was delicious. If you haven’t been there, check it out.

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                                                              4. Kate

                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                Dined on December 14, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Everything about our experience was excellent, from the service to the food. We had people in our party with allergies and they found many dishes that worked for them- and the server was very knowledgeable/helpful about ingredients. We really enjoyed Moonshine 152 and highly recommend it to everyone.

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                                                              5. Marcus

                                                                Houston

                                                                1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined on December 14, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                All the food options were amazing. The phorito was a little messy but so worth it. Additionally, they had crab rangoons, which were probably the best ones I’ve ever had. Also, for dessert we had the brownie and butterscotch ice cream (a great pairing by the way). Lastly, Chef Asia (head chef and owner) helped bring the food out and talked to the guests which I though was great hospitality. Will definitely be coming back!

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                                                              6. Joe

                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined on December 8, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Hands down our favorite restaurant in Boston. Amazing chef, friendly & warm staff, charming interior. Could not be any better.

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                                                              7. Kellen

                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                4 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                4 reviews

                                                                Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Always delicious. Chef Asia is talented and sweet. Crab Rangoon are to die for. The tilapia is amazing. The oreo brownie dessert superb. Drinks yum! Love Moonshine 152!

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                                                              8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                VIP

                                                                Los Angeles

                                                                1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined on December 6, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                We were drawn to the restaurant because of its reviews and it more than lived up to all the reviews! The food was ten star plus! And the service off the charts! The atmosphere was cool and fun! And the chef:owner came to our table - as other reviews have mentioned - maybe 4 times out of- stopping to ask about our experience, bring a complimentary appetizer, talk, and just make us feel like we were super special (which she clearly makes everyone feel!). I haven’t written a review in years but was more than motivated to share how fantastic this place is!!! Just a wow all around! Try the lamb meatballs, the chicken wings, the talipia, and the butterscotch pudding - oh my gosh that was incredible!!!! And the cocktails… just go - you won’t be disappointed!!! 😊😊

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                                                              9. Michael

                                                                VIP

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                Dined on November 28, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Incredible food and service as always! The staff is incredible and the head chef knows what she’s doing 💪 menu is constantly changing (in a good way) and the food never disappoints. hidden Gem!

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                                                              10. Craig

                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Excellent dining experience. Fun, funky vibe. Menu was eclectic and everything was delicious! Service was outstanding as well. Highly recommend!

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                                                              FAQs

                                                              Moonshine 152 offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Moonshine 152 also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 752-4191.

                                                              Moonshine 152 is rated 4.9 stars by 1774 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                              Make a reservation

                                                              2 people
                                                              7:00 p.m.
                                                              Booked 22 times today

                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                              Google Map for Moonshine 152

                                                              152 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02127

                                                              Dining areas

                                                              Additional information

                                                              • Cross Street
                                                                Dorchester Avenue & West 4th Street South Boston
                                                              • Neighbourhood
                                                                South Boston
                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm
                                                              • Price
                                                                $30 and under
                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                American, Comfort Food, Fusion / Eclectic
                                                              • Dining style
                                                                Casual Dining
                                                              • Dress code
                                                                Casual Dress
                                                              • Parking details
                                                                Street Parking
                                                              • Public transit
                                                                MBTA Red Line Broadway
                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                              • Executive Chef
                                                                Asia Mei
                                                              • Additional
                                                                Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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