Restaurant had a nice outdoor area. Overall the food was okay. We got the wings which were the highlight. VIP burger and regular burgers were unevenly and overly cookers and too salty. My biggest takeaway is that the food and drinks were decent but this place was crazy expensive for the quantity and quality of what we got. Not worth it. Likely will not go back. read more

We had an incredible meal at this place this evening! Both food an service were fantastic! The chef brought out food to our table several times throughout the evening. Very innovative flavors and creations--so many yummy items to try. Love it when the evening experience is unexpectedly great. Thank you for a wonderful meal and experience! read more

So happy that Moonshine is open again!! After 3 long months of staying home and no brunch, my friends and I decided to venture out to Moonshine for brunch this past Sunday. I was a little nervous since it was our first time out since covid19 started but I can honestly say I felt just as comfortable sitting outside at Moonshine as I did before! When we went inside we had our temperatures taken before we could be taken to our table. I personally loved that and think all restaurants should be doing it! For piece of mind at least. When we got to our table outside there was a small paper taped to the table that detailed the rules for eating there very clearly. It was nice to have those guidelines laid out for us. It said keep your masks on when speaking with the wait staff, wear them to the bathroom and please be patient with the staff as they are new to all of this as well. For being new to it, they were handling it perfectly! The servers and staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating! They checked on us to make sure we were happy and made small talk but never took their masks off or made us uncomfortable in anyway. Asia, the chef and owner, was there per usual and came out to greet every table! The paper menus were organized by "phases" which was funny and had some really amazing new items on it! I was bummed to not see the grilled avocado but thrilled that they still had their chicken wings (highly highly recommend!) I got the Ron Swanson Brunch which was scallion pancake breakfast quesadilla. One of the most unique and best brunch dishes I have ever had! One of the many things I love about Moonshine is I know when I go there I will eat something unique and amazing. Overall, I am so happy to say that this experience was comfortable, fun and felt like old times! I can't wait to go back again and again! read more

My fiancée took me here for a surprise bday dinner. And man, they really really put a lot of effort in for my bday! The festive decorations were awesome. They even created a special menu for me with off the menu drinks and food. My fiancée gave high praises for Amanda who was apparently instrumental during the planning process. Thank you, Amanda! Beyond that, the bold food menu with an Asian flare was very enjoyable. Get the party tots. Will def come back. read more

We had the most incredible meal at Moonshine 152 in South Boston. From the moment we walked in, we knew we chose the right place to go! The menu is RIDDLED with incredible options. Some of them at Parks & Rec themed which makes the whole thing even better. We highly recommend the wontons, fish tacos, chicken and waffles, and VIP burger. Truly, everything was spectacular. The chef came out and introduced us to her, making the evening even more special. The staff and owners helped us put together a tourist list of things to do and even sent us to some fun bars afterward. Hospitality was incomparable. We can't wait to go back! read more

I went there for the first time on. Saturday and had brunch. The crab egg Benedict was really good! Although I didn't order that, since I'm allergic to crab. I had the sticks French Toast and they just taste like dessert. Very soft inside and crispy on the outside. Really delicious! I want to go back there and check if they can make the crab egg Benedict without crab, then I will order it. read more

SO GOOD! Came here on recommendation. The vibe is casual yet classy, too. There's a bar you can sit at but also nice booths and it all comes together well. There are specials listed on a pillar behind the bar and it's festive and cute for October! The servers have been kind and accommodating. Ordered their special burger of the month - the pumpkin spice burger and the cinnamon French toast sticks to start. The cinnamon toast was great and came with a jam that tasted fresh and not too sweet! Very well balanced with the French toast itself! I'm not a huge pumpkin spice person and I was hesitant, but I am so glad I tried it. And even now, being done with it, I'm still in awe of how amazing it tasted. The pumpkin/sweet potato latke complimented the juiciness of the beef burger perfectly. The chef, Asia, who is the sweetest, actually came over to give us our burger and also introduced herself! I'm so glad we found this place and will definitely be back next month for the next burger!! read more

Moonshine 152 - "Pumpkin Spice" Beef Burger of the Month - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Moonshine is a straight 10/10 and serves out miracles. It is no lie that they have won best of boston fried chicken for 4 years running. Our vegan monk friend broke her vow of silence and diet proclaiming "WOW" upon eating a bite of this chicken. Next level crispy, not oily, juicy and fall off the bone. I will be coming back!! On a real note, I mean what I said above and the food is incredible whatever you order. The owner Chef Mei is so friendly, talented, and generous. A little off the beaten path but it is completely worth it! read more

I think I've written four Yelp reviews in my life over a good amount of years, either when I'm seeing red or I've had a formatively amazing experience. This is definitely the latter. This is easily the best brunch I've had in the Greater Boston Area. We got Shrimp & Grits, the chicken wings, the spicy lamb meatballs and we couldn't choose what was the best thing. I'm now sitting in my car nauseous because I couldn't stop eating. Special shout-out to the head chef, Asia, she checked in personally and seems like a total homie. Go here, bring your friends/spouse/sidepiece/unemployed TikTok teen and bring loose pants. Just wow. read more

bookmarked and excited to try. got a lucky spot on a Sunday right outside (otherwise, parking might be a deterrent). off to a great start! then...we entered and met with semi sluggish Sunday reception. hmmm, ok. picked a booth seat, and saw duct tape on it... at least it didn't scratch. wanted coffee; no special stuff, just hot or iced. hmm ok. the heavy cream stream made a lovely visual, though. i smiled. menu looked enticing, except i did want to try the octopus, which was not offered at brunch. oh well. went with the half size tater tot "poutine" to share, friend got a burger, and i had the chef special - pork schnitzel with parmesan bread dumplings - which the waitress reassured me it was a great choice coz it's amazing. high hopes and anticipation!! then the food came. "poutine" consists of tater tot with some gravy at the bottom and minimal amount of gooey cheese... why call it a poutine, then? the lap cheung (Chinese sausage) might be a surprise element to others, not so "special" to this ethnic Chinese, but i could appreciate the fusion. it's a great execution in itself, all in all. just don't call it poutine when it's not, please. burger is good, what a burger should be. add that fried egg, even for $2 extra. now, that schnitzel...correct me if i'm wrong, but when one hears that term, is it reasonable to expect a thinly pounded thing of meat, battered and deep fried?? i had to Google it just to be sure afterwards - and yes, the description only frames the dish as "being fried in oil or grease"... but i'm not feeling the fry either. meat is thin alright, but not the pounded out kind, nor fried to any extent. the entire time i was eating it, i had "Vietnamese" in my head: lemongrass seasoning, scallion, thinly sliced pork, stir fry to serve on rice. except you don't get rice here (coz then it wouldn't be "fusion"), but in its place some grain mustard sauce, plus lightly dressed greens, and a side of "bread dumplings" (which is another topic on its own). but calling that pork "schnitzel" when there is that little (if any) resemblance, then you might as well call it pho. fully expecting something battered and fried from the menu, only to get an entirely different preparation...you can imagine that feeling of being cheated. the greens were actually refreshing and well prepared, but i didn't pay $19 for that. what looked like a few oz. of pork i could likely prepare at home, plus a biteful of greens, and a side of slightly wetter, softer version of bread with an overcooked fried egg (which didn't even quite matter at this point)... i was not happy about this "special". kicker: place seemed to pick up as more people rolled in and occupied the outdoor area (which i wouldn't care to sit at, right by major roadways, but to each their own). we waited a little to catch the attention of our waitress to get the check and tend to payment. asked about the "10% cash back" with yelp payment method, and the response was a rather abrupt "we don't have anything to do with this, I have no idea how this works". i don't think yelp just threw your restaurant's name in the bag and forced you to do this, right?? i'm new to this, but i wouldn't presume you would be too. anyway..... after the dust settles, sounds like there is more gimmick and name-throwing than substance to this place. appreciate the thought of "Asian fusion", but not really seeing it shown in its true form. removing bookmark... read more

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Went recently with a foodie friend on a weeknight. It's fairly small and cozy, but the real hero was the food! Everything we ordered was delicious. Left feeling full and happy :) read more

Innovative menu with delightful variants of classic small & large plates. Seasonal. Flavorful. Aesthetically pleasing. Cool art (for sale) throughout. read more

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If you live in Boston, or are just passing through... Stop whatever you are doing, amd get to Moonshine 152. Right now. Do not pass go, do not collect $200 in till you have gone here. I saw this chef on the food network a few weeks ago amd put it on my list. It was the best meal and tje best decision I have made in a while. The staff is super nice, fantastic service. Peter the bar tender was the best. The chef & owner Asia Mei was actually personally delivering every dish to the customers! Now for the food. I had the Jalapeno rangoons which was an excellent mix of spicy, creamy, and sweet wrapped in a perfectly crispy shell. Then came the chicken and waffles. It saus on the menu that its "the best in Boston" boy, do I believe it! Hands down the best chicken amd waffles I have ever had. That waffle (though a bit small. Aparently you can order an extra if you want) was absolutely wicked. Purely insane! The texture, density, and flavor are nuts. It almost seemed like the waffle was lightly deep fried after it was cooked, to create the perfectly firm outer bits and deliciously moist soft insides. The chicken that comes with it must be the most tender chicken I have ever had, falling off the bone like you would not believe and perfectly crunchy batter crust. I asked for some hot sauce to go with it, as I always like that mix of sweet and spicy with chicken and waffles. I didn't use any, because it didnt need it, it was already perfect. Drinks and the bread putting for desert were also suitably delicious but nothing can top that chicken and waffles so I will just stop there. This place is now a must visit any time I am in Boston. Thanks again Peter and Asia! -John read more

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The tacos were really great, meatballs and shishito peppers as well, and the brownie Oreo desert was also on point! The staff super friendly and the inside was really clean read more

So Delicious! Chef Asia comes up with such unique and tasty dishes! For brunch, I have had the Leslie knop chicken and waffles, which are the best chicken and waffles I have ever had! Then I had the crab eggs Benedict and I could not stop eating it! My BF had the Ron Swanson egg quesadilla and he said you can't get that type of dish anywhere else! The sweets like French toast and red velvet pancakes were the best balance between sweet and salty. You won't regret visiting! read more

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My boyfriend's brother and sister-in-law took us to this restaurant when we were in town visiting. They talked up their fried chicken wings so clearly we had to get it. OH MY GAWD. Their fried chicken wings = HEAVENLY. We also ordered the jalapeño crab rangoon and party tots - AMAZING. The service was impeccable. Our waitress was so attentive and friendly. If you're ever in Southie, make sure you stop by this place. I highly recommend it. I know the next time we are in Boston we are definitely coming back. Disclaimer: food was so bomb I forgot to take any pics read more

Excellent, creative food with great, friendly service and a welcoming vibe. Always happy to dine here

Unbelievable experience! The food, service. A true find! We weee so happy to find this spot on our first time to Boston. We will be back!

Chef Asia does not MISS . We come here often and are never disappointed. Genuinely everything on the dinner menu is amazing, and brunch was incredible. read more

Moonshine 152 - 'Shine's Crab Eggs Benedict, Cinnamon French Toast Sticks, Tater Tot Poutine - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is the best restaurant I've been to since moving to Boston. The chef is creative, welcoming , and so talented. The food is top tier. Not only is the chef great but the staff is so helpful and knowledgeable. My fave is the Korean Tacos and the chicken and waffles. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Please go! read more

I'm literally going out of my way to review this place based on a Caesar salad lol. I ordered their warm quinoa Caesar salad. All I have to say is order the large size because it is so freaking good. Best salad I've had in a longggg time! The staff was friendly, the vibes were great, 10/10 recommend read more

Such a amazing gem in the area. We went for brunch everything was delightful and unique and brought to us by the chef. I really appreciate the experience the place has to offer and all the hard work the owner does! She has a lot of her artwork displayed beautifully throughout the restaurant and is so dedicated to such a hands on approach by making sure to visit all customers and by creating such a unique menu that really shows just how creative she is. I'd recommend this place even if it's a long drive or walk really an amazing place to support! read more

Came here a few weeks ago to grab a drink and I was blown away by how friendly everyone was. It definitely seemed like a place with a lot of regulars. The bartender was amazing! One of the best bartenders I have encountered in a while. I definitely want to come back for food because the menu looked great as well! I will write an updated review once I eat there, but as far as drinks and service goes...2 thumbs up! read more

I live in South End and have been walking by this restaurant whenever I go to the Seaport district. I thought it's about time for me to give it a try. I stopped by during a weeknight for dinner. Well, I won't go back again. I got the "THE LESLIE KNOPE" FRIED CHICKEN AND WAFFLE", claimed to be "Moonshine's "Best of Boston" Fried Chicken, Homemade Waffle, Sriracha-Bourbon Awesome Sauce, Cinnamon Honey Butter." It was simply horrible. There are 4 pieces of chicken: 2 drumsticks and 2 thighs. I would call this a chicken wing dinner: all pieces are baby size. It's just a deep fried chicken wings. The serving size was not that a big deal. The chicken was not fresh: the meat was mushy - seriously. The waffle was sort of eatable. There was no memorable flavor as a whole. The sauce (drizzled) or the butter (dumped on the top of waffle) were no way to rescue the chicken. If this is the Best of Boston, KFC should win the Best of US. The chicken simply got murdered twice: the first was when it was butchered and the second was when it was made to a dish by this restaurant. The only good thing is: I was sitting at the bar for the dinner. The bartender was friendly and kept things moving. That's about it. This restaurant is located in a up-and-coming area in Boston. To this restaurant: if you want to do a good business, you need to try harder. Don't take shortcut. Best of luck. read more

Amazing food and staff, and a hygge ambiance as well! We tried a selection of vegan options, including cauliflower tacos, mushroom burger and shoshito peppers. They were all fantastic! The chef brought the dishes to our table and our waiter was a gift. What a great experience! read more

The brunch is out of this world delicious. So many great choices. We were with a group with multiple food allergies and the staff knew the menu really well and was able to find something for everyone to eat safely. The bloody marys had balanced flavors. Not too spicy. Not too much horseradish. Definitely look forward to returning. read more

Schitt's Creek fans ... check out The Lover's Curry!! Light and yummy - sweet potato Thai style curry, coconut milk & braised pineapple. Perfect any time. (Like right now) Best wishes. Warmest regards! read more

Moonshine 152 - Lover's Curry - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

while my family and i weren't able to have the "complete" dining experience here, we were still very happy with the service and food that we were given. before arriving, we had made a reservation through resy. the hostess quickly seated us as soon as we arrived. the appetizers probably only took around 15-20 minutes to come out, but the entrees are a different story. after waiting for almost an hour, the waitress came out and told us that their kitchen had experienced an electrical issue and that our food wasn't able to be made. she told us that she would update us about whether they'd be able to fix the technical difficulties and get the kitchen back up and running, but unfortunately, they weren't able to. so, they let us have our appetizers free of charge, which we were fine with. since the staff seemed to be really kind, there's not much to complain about. although we wished that we would've been able to eat our entrees too, we were still pleased with the appetizers that we had. 10/10/21 -local mixed greens salad 10: this salad had japanese ginger-sesame carrot vinaigrette on top of some crispy olive oil roasted kale and other greens. while simple, we were surprised about how good this tasted!you could tell that the kale was tossed evenly in the dressing, since every bite was pretty consistent. the greens were a refreshing choice and a popular dish here for a reason! i wouldn't get this for just one person, since it's not the most filling. but, the taste and quality are both great. (4/5) -tater tot poutine 16: the tater tot poutine is actually an entree that's only available during weekend brunch times, which is from 10:30 am-3:00 pm. however, we considered it an appetizer since it's pretty much a shareable dish. the tater tots are covered in red-eye gravy, chinese sausage, green onions, and chopped melted white cheese! the chinese sausage was our favorite part of it, which added a great savory factor to the whole dish. not only was the cheese pull safistying, but the overall presentation was quite impressive. however, i definitely wouldn't order this just for one person's entree, since it's a really hefty dish. for $16, it's kind of pricey, but worth it if sharing among multiple people. (4.5/5) overall, i'd definitely come back to moonshine 152 sometime in the future. hopefully, their kitchen won't break down during that visit, because i'm really looking forward to trying some of their entree dishes! the tater tot poutine and local mixed greens salad are a must get to share with the table. i'd highly recommend that you order them if you're dining with a group! read more

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I had heard about this place from my husband and when he finally brought me to the restaurant I was impressed! The food was delicious and the chef came out to bring us our food! It was a great experience that we will pass along to our closest friends as we got them gift cards for Xmas :) read more

Omg! You have to go here, it's like hands down amazing quality food. I had brunch and was so impressed with everything that came out. The fried avocado appetizer was so flavorful with a choice in house made oil. The corned beef hash with the best beer bread you will ever taste was to die for. And the butterscotch pudding was perfect. The chef even came out and talked to us and took the kids for a tour of the kitchen they were so excited. This place was just such an amazing experience. read more

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Popped in here last night after dinner for a nightcap. Nice little spot right by the train so it was a perfect little place for me. I don't know if I've had better wings in years. Even though I just finished dinner, I couldn't put them down. The Chef Asia's angry sauce was unreal. Staff was very pleasant and my very accommodating. Would certainly pop back in for a couple of drinks again. read more

Really enjoyed the taste of my Thai basil chicken and rice bowl. However, for $24 the portion was extremely small. One piece of chicken, some white rice and 4-5 slivers of a bell pepper is what this dish consisted of. Hard to be impressed by that for $24. read more

Moonshine 152 - Thai Crispy Chicken Basil Rice Bowl - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best meal on my trip to Boston by far. This is a very unassuming place - I felt a bit overdressed- but don't be fooled. The food was amazing. I practically licked every dish- such great flavor combos. Staff super nice too. Will definitely be back. read more

Do yourself a favor and order the buttermilk fried chicken. It has been voted Boston's best for good reason! The brussel sprout "tots" smothered with kimchi was also another stand out dish for all the right reasons. I have also tried a couple of other dishes and everything has been consistently delicious across the board. Good selection of beer and interesting cocktail selection. Service has also always been friendly and what you would expect from a well run restaurant. read more

Best restaurant in Boston. Hidden gem. Whether it's brunch or dinner Chef Asia will always have you impressed. We come almost every week! read more

Moonshine 152 - Cinnamon French Toast Sticks, Tater Tot Poutine, and 'Shine's Crab Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Everything tastes good. Friendly server. Very reasonable price. Convenient location near subway. read more

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I would write everything that I liked about Moonshine, but than you would have to spend time reading my review instead of going here and enjoying it - hopefully as much as I did. There did everything right from service- apps were good, salad was delicious, entrees were great and butterscotch pudding was outstanding. The service was remarkable, and it's such a chill spot to hang and really just enjoy life, and really comforting food. It's worth a drive as it's really a great experience. The food is a little decent so come prepared with an empty stomach. read more

Moonshine 152 - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I had their cold noodles. It was way too salty. Usually not a fan of asian fusion. This is one of the reasons why. They dishes are on the pricier side. Probably won't be back since there are many other options out there. read more

This has to absolutely been the best restaurant experience I have ever had in my years living here in Boston. Where do I even begin. For starters we had patatas bravas and party Brussels that did not disappoint. The rest of the food was out of this world. I had the chicken and waffles. The chicken was literally falling off the bone at the slightest touch and it has an amazing crunch and kick of flavor. The waffle was so good I had ordered a second waffle half way through my meal because I scarfed my first one down in seconds. To top it all off we had the honor of meeting the chef and she is, for the lack of a better work, badass. 10/10 recommend if you want some top tier food, drinks, and hospitality. Asia, Chef/Owner, also brought out some homemade rice crispies with potato chips in them and let's just say I would've bought bags of that stuff bc they were that good. Plus can never go wrong when menu items are named after Schitts Creek and Parks & Rec! Wil be back very soon! read more

This place was fun, so friendly, and DELICIOUS high quality food. I got the hamburger, my partner the Korean bbq tacos, and both were just incredible. The cocktails were legit, and the desserts awesome. You can't go wrong. Give this place a visit. read more