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There are some things on a menu that you don't really have a choice but to order. Jalapeño crab rangoons are one of those things. As soon as we saw them at Moonshine 152, it was an auto order, and they were exactly what you'd hope for: the perfect combination of a jalapeño popper and a crab rangoon. We started the night outside on the patio with those, a Downeast cider for me, my favorite, and a Battery Steele Golden Path Pilsner. Great weather, a view of the Pru in the distance, and crab rangoons on the table. Pretty hard to complain. For dinner, I went with Leslie Knope's Fried Chicken and Waffle. Somehow, I had never actually had chicken and waffles before, and now I understand why it's such a lethal combination. The chicken had exactly the crispiness I was craving, and throwing the sweetness of the waffle, cinnamon honey butter, and sriracha-bourbon sauce into the mix completely sold me on the whole sweet and savory thing. I now also understand why Chick-fil-A looked at chicken and waffles and essentially decided to make a sandwich out of it. My friends went with the burger and birria gringo tacos, and both gave their respective orders top marks. The best thing we ate, though, was the bananas n' cream gooey butter cake. Gooey butter cake always slaps, and Moonshine's version was top notch. Chef and owner Asia Mei even gave us a larger order, which leads to probably my favorite thing about Moonshine. Mei brought out all of our food herself and stopped to talk with us throughout the meal. That kind of thing is cool. There are plenty of places where you can get good food, but having the person behind the restaurant actually interacting with you and making you feel taken care of is the type of thing that separates a place. Everyone else working there was just as friendly and attentive, and the whole night felt easy. Sitting outside with friends, looking out toward the Pru, drinking good beer and cider and eating food that was actually fun to order is exactly what I want out of a neighborhood restaurant. Then I found out they do a burger of the month. I love a monthly burger. Give me an excuse to come back every month and see what you've come up with, and there's a pretty good chance I'm going to take you up on it. Moonshine 152 took care of us from the moment we sat down until the oversized gooey butter cake hit the table. It's absolutely worth a visit, and if they keep rolling out a new burger every month, this definitely won't be my last one.
Good food and flavors. On the pricey side, but done well. Good drinks and seasonal flavors. God for business dinners. They have an outdoor patio with umbrellas
Moonshine 152 has to be one of our favorite restaurants, if not our absolute favorite. The vibes are truly immaculate, and Chef Asia is amazing - so kind, thoughtful, and clearly incredibly passionate about what she does. Every dish is so creative, unique, and perfectly executed. We've left thinking about the food long after the meal, and there are dishes I genuinely can't stop thinking about! It's become the kind of place we want to go every Friday, just for the food, the atmosphere, and the feeling of being there. Somehow it always feels like the perfect night out. Moonshine 152 is such a special place, and we feel lucky to have it down the street!!!!!! These are only a few photos of the food we have gotten throughout the years.
This review is for delivery! We ordered the crispy basil chicken, crab rangoons, shishito peppers, artichoke salad, brownie, and butter cake. Everything was sooooo tasty. They even gave us an extra dessert as a thank you which was totally unexpected but very much appreciated. The chicken was full of flavor and they dressed the rice in the perfect amount of sauce. The crab Rangoon have a spicy jalapeño sauce and come on a bed of greens. The shishito peppers have a sauce too - couldn't tell what it was, but we enjoyed it. The artichoke salad was a surprise - lots of different flavors and textures. All three desserts were sooo yummy!!!! We will be ordering again soon!
Came here for brunch and was very happy with the twist on some classic breakfast favorites. I got an eggs Benedict with a hollandaise sauce that had a bit of a kick and jalapeño bacon. It was delicious. Definitely basic restaurant vibe but not in a bad way. Not to frilly just is what it is and very good. All staff were highly attentive and quick. Will definitely be coming back.
This restaurant is kinda between a sports bar and regular restaurant vibes. Staffs are very friendly and they love to engage in a small talks with all guests here. Much to my surprise, the chef herself also came out and serve foods to her customers. Definitely top notch customer service!!! I ordered their bloody Mary, patatas bravas, and Feb 2026 burger. Bloody Mary was delicious and refreshing with a hint of pepper. Their take on patata bravas also bold. Sauce is zesty and tangy with savory taste. Definitely a good appetizer. Feb 2026 burger is also too delicious. They mixed sambal (fresh chili sauce) into the burger sauce. Sambal is typically has bold flavor but for some reason they balanced the flavor!!! Definitely the best restaurant I visited in South Boston area.
Fusion in the best possible way! Moonshine 152 is near our son's apartment and we've only been twice.. but both times we were absolutely enthralled by the options, the vibe, and the FOOD! It is soooo good! The menu has so much variety that my only complaint is that I can't physically eat a fraction of the things that look good! Today's awesomeness according to the eaters: Chicken wings- outstanding, required if you like chicken! Meatballs- very tasty and tender and seductively fragrant with a touch of tang. Yum. Chicken dumplings- deliciously! (I asked for one word, there you have it Braised rabbit pasta- creamy but delicate, slightly tangy, tender and succulent! Short rib beef bimbab- creative, nice cut sticky glaze beef, lots of tasty textures Cajun Tilapia- The fish, the green tomatoes, the shrimp, and the sauce each have unique textures and flavors that made me smile down to the last desperate plate scrape! I recommend Moonshine 152 to everybody that visits Boston. It checks so many boxes that as I sit here waiting for dessert (pavlova, excited!) I wish again I could stuff in some of these other entrees! ENJOY and tell us about the other dishes!
From the moment we walked into Moonshine 152, we were greeted with warmth and professionalism that set the tone for a perfect evening. Every detail was thoughtfully executed, from the lighting and music to the attentive service and final photo as we walked out the door. Let's talk about the food because wow. The Soft Shell Crab Bao was a showstopper. Lightly fried with that ideal crunch, the pickled veggies and aioli brought balance, depth, and pure magic in every bite. Each flavor married the next well. Then came the Grilled Fish Tacos and Birria Style Short Rib Tacos both absolutely to die for. The birria tacos were juicy and deeply flavored, with the consomme adding a bold richness that lingered perfectly. The fish tacos were fresh and kinda zesty, topped with avocado and a slaw that made every bite feel like summer. The Jalapeño Crab Rangoon was PERFECTLY seasoned and cooked to perfection. The Dirty Fried Rice with Grilled Shrimp was one of my favorite dishes of the night. Every forkful had soul. The Cajun spices, caramelized onions, and juicy shrimp packed a dynamic punch. The I elevated by adding extra scallions. Each bite reminded me of the home cooked meals I grew up with in a kitchen where flavor was never optional. We also had the Korean Fried Chicken Wings and let me just say, yummalicious. Crispy on the outside, tender inside and unforgettable. And do not even get me started on the Ricotta Bruschetta . The grilled bread was buttery and crispy, and the toppings were fresh heirloom tomatoes, basil oil, and balsamic glaze. It was one of those "close your eyes and moan" dishes that you never want to end. What took this night from amazing to extraordinary was Chef Asia Mei herself. When your meal is delivered by the very hands that crafted it, there is a connection that forms between the plate and your heart. You feel the love, the intention, the joy of a chef who truly cooks with purpose. As someone raised in a home where good food and dessert were acts of love, and where my father, a gifted baker and cook, filled our home with unforgettable flavors, this meal literally felt like heaven had loaned him back to me for one night. Chef Asia, thank you. For filling my belly and warming my soul in one visit. Your flavors live in a lane of their own, and your presence elevates the experience. Moonshine 152 is now on my frequent flyer list. It's been a very very long time since I've been to the same restaurant two days in a row. And to all my fellow Yelp Elites, get there. Bring your appetite, your appreciation for creativity, and prepare for absolute perfection from start to finish.
Wow impressive. We loved everything about this place. The vibe, the art, the fun decor, the creative brunch menu. Ordered the bacon wrapped stuffing bites, Mei griddle breakfast Sammies and the Ron Swanson chipotle pulled pork scallion quesadilla. Chef Asia delivered our meals with a hello and a how's everything.... Five stars for the food that is obviously prepared with care and pride. Everything was fresh, flavorful and abundant. Our server was friendly and attentive. Cocktail menu looks fun, but it was too early in the day for us. Next time! We will definitely be back!
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Came here with my friends for my birthday and Moonshine did not disappoint we left full-bellied and ready to party. Moonshine does fusion and they do it well! They also do a (I think seasonal) special jello shot of which of course my friends bought me to try to start the night. Started with some Party Sprouts and while I have never had the tots, I am still going to claim the tots are where it's at! They may cost more but they are 100% worth it and we could not have cleared this plate faster. Almost ordered a second. We also split an order of the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings - these wings were amazing. So crisp. A perfect mix of American and Korean Fried Chicken and these wings were fat! My friend and I also shared an order of the Throwback Korean BBQ Tacos, I'll admit this - this was my least favorite dish. It was too Americanized in that it tasted like sweet chili or sweet and sour sauce with that overly sweet flavor rather than Korean. The ginger aioli and pear kimchi are great but the meat itself was covered in that fake, overly sweet sauce. My one friend ordered the Hawaiian Poke Rice Bowl - I had a taste and it was done really well. For my main I got a half order of the Pork Meatball Noodle Soup - I'm not seeing it on the menu anymore but I hope they haven't taken it off menu! It is a really authentic tasting meatball (like Chinese Lion's Head) in a sweet & savory broth with perfectly cooked rice noodles. Amazing highly recommend. I really want to come back and try their brunch menu - they have a really interesting pho-rrito. A lot of their menu - brunch or dinner otherwise - look amazing. I'd like to try it all at some point! read more
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We came to Boston for a few days from California and I found Moonshine 152 right here on Yelp. Wow.... This is a fantastic restaurant! The ambiance is casual: lots of booths, large group tables in the middle of the room, and a large bar with tv's showing sports (but there wasn't a "sports bar" feel which I liked, you could dine and talk easily). The service was great: the server who sat us and our server were both friendly and attentive. The food was OUTSTANDING: the party tots live in my dreams still! The Asian twist on the menu is perfectly done. We got to meet Asia who is the owner, chef, and the artist responsible for all of the beautiful art on the walls. We had such a great experience here we returned when we came back through Boston the following week! read more
3 years ago
I'm very torn. Service was fine but seemed understaffed. The food was overall very good. The drinks were great. The jalapeño crab rangoon is not my thing but i would give it 5 stars for knowing what it was. The bacon wrapped stuffing had promise but after the end piece the bacon was soggy. The stuffing was bland. 2 stars. The chefs fried rice with added spicy lamb meatballs was great. Special duck salad was great. The burger was ordered medium rare and came well done. I would've sent it back but it wasn't mine. The fries were spot on. The buger to bun ratio was way off. Way too much bun. The veggie burger was spot on. I would have given 4 stars but the men's bathroom was not clean. Kinda gross and had obviously not been cleaned for some time. read more
5 years ago
Great brunch place! I got the scallion pancake inspired by Ron Swanson and my boyfriend got the polenta egg dish. Fun Parks and Recreation themed menu items and drinks and since we're big fans of the show that was a fun surprise! Would love to come back for lunch or dinner sometime to try some more fun creations! Very easy to get to from the T, friendly service and creative unique dishes. read more
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**FYI** While this location opens at 5PM on the weekdays it applies to the BAR. The kitchen officially opens at 5:30PM. Stopped by on a Friday evening right when the location opened so we could look over the menu. The food we received was as follows: - Complimentary bread (includes butter with olive oil) - nothing special but better than what I've had at some other establishments. - Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings - $14 - Definitely the winner of the night. The wings were fresh, extremely tender and went well with the ranch dressing. Definitely recommended! - Mama Mei's Dirty Fried Rice - $17 (not including the $12 spicy lamb meatball add on which we got) - The flavor of the rice wasn't bad though unfortunately it was too salty. The meatballs were okay though the spice level overpowered the flavor of the meatballs. Also at $3 per meatball (we got 4 total) it was definitely not worth the cost. - Steak Frites - $26 (not including the $12 calamari and octopus add on which we got) - Steak was only okay. I thought it would be a thicker cut for the price but it was just a thin slice. Flavor wasn't bad but again, it too was over salted and because it was so thin my medium rare request was pretty much impossible (definitely was well done). The add on was also disappointing as we only got 4 pieces for $12. Flavor was okay but I wouldn't pay more than $4 for the amount we got. Overall the service was good and our drinks were always topped up. Unfortunately the quality of the food was a let down with the exception of the chicken wings. Everything else was too salty and just didn't justify the price. Parking is hit or miss depending on when you arrive. At 5pm there was some street side parking available for us. read more
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While everything we ordered was very good, my palate was just confused for most of the time. Coming from an Asian, it was hard for me to see the Asian part of the fusion other than the wonton shells! We ordered the jalapeno crab rangoons which to me tasted like jalapeno poppers just in a different form. Then for dinner we shared the chicken wings and Spanish style steak frites. As other reviewers had said, the chicken really does fall off the bone. They were delicious and fried so well, but because they fall apart so quickly you end up needing a fork to finish them. The dessert was the best part for me. We ordered the Blueberry Jamboree, which was really just a deconstructed blueberry cheesecake. Big enough to share! read more
When a restaurant is described as "asian fusion," often ends up a jumble of flavors, often toned-down Americanized Asian flavors. Not here. Many enticing choices on the latest menu. All great: --Grilled stuffed avocado with crispy Sushi rice, green papaya salad, and honey roasted peanuts ($15) --"Throwback" Korean Tacos with boneless beef short-rib, Asian pear kimchi, candied ginger aioli ($15) --grilled broccolini ($9), love it when a simple dish is amazing, strong grill flavor and herbed oil --Fried cauliflower with candied pecans, pomegranate, curry aioli ($13), my favorite dish of the evening, combo-flavor explosion. The chef/owner, Asia Mei, was very present, venturing out of the kitchen to check on our food personally. Had no idea a former Hamersley's Bistro chef and former head Whole Foods chef was the force behind this place. Unexpected find! read more
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A true hidden gem! The food was delicious, the staff was amazing. The chef even brought out the food to me. I can promise you will not be disappointed. A cute little gem away from the other restaurants and worth seeking out. Next time i come to Boston I'll be sure to stop in again. Definitely don't pass up the Jell-O shots! read more
Eclectic delicious food with a warm, homey feel! I was so impressed with the profiles of the food here. Each dish has a unique flavor combination that presents a new lens on some classics. The buttermilk fried chicken wings are not to be missed -- award winning and definitely deserving. They were juicy, crunchy, and had a good zest from the poblano sauce and fresh herb toppings. The service was phenomenal as well, with friendly waitstaff and the personal touch of the Chef/Owner Asia Mei stopping by the table for every round of food. Will definitely be returning! read more
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Absolutely delicious brunch cocktails and fresh food - wonderful service and atmosphere! Will absolutely be back and can't wait to try dinner! read more
4 years ago
Moonshine 152 From the moment we walked through the door, everything about this atmosphere was warm, cozy, beautiful and inviting. It brought me a sense of great anticipation and comfort without even consuming anything. I knew nothing except my child was excited to share the best place in Boston to eat. One of our ways to experience quality time is finding excellent cuisine when we travel. Sharing culinary delights while sharing life stories are moments I treasure with my sweet child. Our season is life, makes these moments even more precious because they are less frequent now that we are both 'adulting' and have great distance between us. Last night, just after I arrived in Boston, I was treated to one of the BEST discoveries in our history of excellence, local gems! The menu has many Parks and Recreation references, one of our family favorite's, and this immediately brought me joy. Decisions were made, drinks and food were delivered.. Chef Asia delivers each meal, personally, to the table. What a delightful, special touch of service, intention and care. I loved every bite and every moment. The crew I met knew I was from out of town. As I wrapped things up, they encouraged me to visit again the next time I'm in town. My reply? You might see me again THIS time before I leave! The Chef, the heart of the experience: "She (Asia Mae) skipped her graduation ceremony to search for a job to learn how to cook; this would be the day she wandered into the revered Hamersley's Bistro, where she would leave as a Sous Chef four years later. Here, Asia excelled on the hot-line and formed much of the basis for her style of cooking with classical French technique and New England ingredients. She would later further her love for the many possibilities of American cuisine working with the well-known Kinkead brothers at Sibling Rivalry as an executive sous chef. Even with an undying love for all things butter and salt, Asia then worked as head chef at Whole Foods for two years, which allowed her a unique opportunity to round out her multi-cultural approach to bright, healthy flavors with which everyone can identify. She was able to quickly appreciate the chance to explore the delicious, healthier possibilities found in diets based more on organic, vegetarian, and food allergen free values." Read the full story on the Moonshine 152 website. Moonshine 152 Restaurant Moonshine 152 From the moment we walked through the door, everything about this atmosphere was warm, cozy, beautiful and inviting. It brought me a sense of great anticipation and comfort without even consuming anything. I knew nothing except my child was excited to share the best place in Boston to eat. One of our ways to experience quality time is finding excellent cuisine when we travel. Sharing culinary delights while sharing life stories are moments I treasure with my sweet child. Our season is life, makes these moments even more precious because they are less frequent now that we are both 'adulting' and have great distance between us. Last night, just after I arrived in Boston, I was treated to one of the BEST discoveries in our history of excellence, local gems! The menu has many Parks and Recreation references, one of our family favorite's, and this immediately brought me joy. Decisions were made, drinks and food were delivered.. Chef Asia delivers each meal, personally, to the table. What a delightful, special touch of service, intention and care. I loved every bite and every moment. The crew I met knew I was from out of town. As I wrapped things up, they encouraged me to visit again the next time I'm in town. My reply? You might see me again THIS time before I leave! The Chef, the heart of the experience: "She (Asia Mae) skipped her graduation ceremony to search for a job to learn how to cook; this would be the day she wandered into the revered Hamersley's Bistro, where she would leave as a Sous Chef four years later. Here, Asia excelled on the hot-line and formed much of the basis for her style of cooking with classical French technique and New England ingredients. She would later further her love for the many possibilities of American cuisine working with the well-known Kinkead brothers at Sibling Rivalry as an executive sous chef. Even with an undying love for all things butter and salt, Asia then worked as head chef at Whole Foods for two years, which allowed her a unique opportunity to round out her multi-cultural approach to bright, healthy flavors with which everyone can identify. She was able to quickly appreciate the chance to explore the delicious, healthier possibilities found in diets based more on organic, vegetarian, and food allergen free values." Read the full story on the Moonshine 152 website. read more
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We came with a large party of 10 and sampled so much of the menu which was all amazing. Our server was perfect and took great care of us. The crab Rangoon, lamb meatballs, chicken and waffles, hamburgers, and steak frites were all incredible. Chef Asia brought our food out and she is awesome! Loved this place! read more
3 years ago
Great food, service and ambience. Table of 6. We loved the drinks, food and amazing service. We'll be back! read more
6 years ago
Best brunch in southie hands down. Great patio. Incredible menu. These french toast sticks are 10/10 read more
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The food was great. I just wish my bag was sealed or the food containers sealed before being given to the driver . After my food was delivered to the wrong location, Moonshine 152 was nice enough to make sure there was no mistake by calling me when the order had to be made a second time because Grubhub didn't get the first order to me as planned. read more
3 years ago
I met up with someone who is like a sister to after not seeing her for a year and this was an excellent choice for brunch. Everything we ordered was Awesome from presentation to taste. Just Delicious!!! read more
One of the best restaurants I've been to! Three words to describe my experience here: intentional, friendly, comfortable! I came here with a friend for brunch as we had a gilt offer for Moonshine 152. We ordered Mimosa, Crab Egg Benedict, and "Gypsy Eggs" with the spicy tomato sauce to the side. To my surprise, the chef brought out the food to us! How awesome is that?! The food was on point - good proportions of each ingredient to perfect the overall taste. Service was great. Everyone was helpful in answering our questions and providing the information we needed about the food and how to use gilt offer. I'd definitely come back even without the gilt offer. read more
What an amazing meal! After talking to our waiter, we decided to start with the chicken wings. They were tender and absolutely delicious. I had the steak frites and my colleague has the short rib grilled cheese. Both were amazing! My steak was cooked to perfection and the frites were nice and crispy. The grilled cheese was full of tender short rib and the bread grilled to a light golden brown. The tomato soup that came with the grilled cheese was excellent, but a little too spicy for my colleague. I thought it was perfect! For desert, we were torn so we got 3! The waffle sundae, butterscotch pudding and the Oreo brownies. The waffle sundae was my favorite but all three were delicious. You can't go wrong with any of them. Asea, the chef and owner, delivered our food and made sure that everything was perfect. She is such a delight! You owe it to yourself to check this gem out. Moonshine 152 is now on my go to list ever time I am in Boston. read more
3 years ago
AMAZING. Every meal was delicious, the chef, Asia Mei brought us our plates when she could and explained the meal. EVERYTHING was delicious and carefully made and prepared. From the apps, entrees and dessert. The drinks were great. Service was great. I'm so glad I came here. Chef Asia Mei is great. I loved it. I will be coming back. read more
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Loved this place! Such a hidden gem. Food was SO great, staff was even better. Chef Asia was so cool and really knows what she is doing. 10/10 recommend! We got the rice curry and duck tacos. Both so good but I definitely recommend the duck tacos. Amazing!!! read more
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