I came with a friend to Moonshine 152 after having seen the positive Yelp reviews. We had a great time! The restaurant has an interesting, if somewhat confusing vibe, with a pan-Asian/European/international menu but the look of a dive bar. In any case, we started with the lamb meatball and patatas bravas appetizers. The lamb was perfectly tender, and the lingonberry was a WONDERFUL part of the dish. It was robust and flavorful. The patatas bravas were solid. I had the brown butter braised rabbit pasta for my entree, and what a great choice that was! I hadn't had rabbit in ages and it's often too gamey, but that wasn't an issue here. The bed of ravioli was a great texture match with the rabbit...honestly, the flavors melded together especially well. Two La Diablas (tequila-based cocktail) later and it was finally time for the meal to end. Our server was very friendly and attentive throughout the evening. What a nice find in Southie! read more

Moonshine 152 - Brown Butter Braised Rabbit Pasta - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

What an awesome meal! Came here for a birthday dinner for a friend with a large party of 11. We were seated in the center of a really simple yet modern looking space and there was another birthday party near us as well so it seems like this place is quite popular for celebrations! Service was overall really excellent. Large parties are never easy to cater to, but our server was really friendly and attentive and it was also really amazing how the head chef seemed to come out out serve every table personally. That sort of touch is something you don't see a lot of and it shows her dedication to the restaurant overall. This place is definitely more on the pricier side, but the quality matches up to it so if you're willing to splurge, it's well worth it. I loved the texture of the tots ( definitely have had a lot worse so I appreciate them getting it right ) and the quesadilla was absolutely fantastic. The fries along with it were well-made and overall complimented the meal really well. I got to try pieces of the ribs too and found the dish overall to be really excellent - I'd recommend either of the entrees and would love a chance to come back to eat more! We provided our own cake for our birthday ( there is a cake fee ) but they ended up giving us this sort of biscuit dessert along with it for free which was extremely kind of them. I believe it was the streusel and I honestly could've eaten 5 in one sitting ( even with how full I was ). Amazing! I'm definitely going to be back to try their other dishes as well as some of their drinks. The place overall is definitely hip, trendy, and well worth the price so don't hesitate to try anything and everything on the menu! read more

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Awesome dining experience at Moonshine 152! Chef Asia Mei has created a warm, eclectic and homey atmosphere where her food's blending of textures and flavors are enhanced and highlighted in unique ways. Chef Asia serves her dishes, converses with guests and delivers celebratory well wishes to people who come to her resturant seeking great food, excellent company and an overall wonderful dining experience! Try the fried rice...perfect balance of seasoning and ingredients and the this month's burger, roasted beet dip, chicken and waffles and the mango pavlova blew us away! We just spent 5 fabulous days in Boston. Thank you for being a serious part of Fabulous, Chef Asia! read more

Moonshine 152 - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Got to Boston for a wedding on Thursday. Picked this place for dinner because it has a good reviews containing "vegetarian." Made a reservation on OpenTable. Seated right away. Good customer service and attentive wait/serving staff. I ordered the crab ragoon appetizer and she got the potato dish. Both were delish, hers more than mine. I got the warm kale salad which was tasty and a good portion. She got a vegetarian burger but didn't love the texture. The shoestring fries that it came with were a win though. Again, really good service. Not bad prices. Close location to our hotel, the Langham Boston. read more

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The food was wonderful and the owner stopped by to see how we were doing and she was very sweet. We had the butterscotch dessert and it was fabulous!! read more

Moonshine 152 had been on my list for a while ever since I saw some of the Parks & Rec inspired items, so I'm glad I finally gave it a shot. I mostly enjoyed a lot of things I had and chef Asia was very friendly. The patatas bravas and jalapeño rangoons were great starters. The patatas bravas though was my favorite, it was just salty and crispy enough with the aioli and garlic oil. Next we had the party tots and added duck to it. The ducks and tots themselves were delicious and I though the two complimented each other. But the kimchi on it was nasty, but it was easy enough to eat around it. The chicken & waffles was just as delicious as everything we've had previously. 3 HUGE pieces of fall off the bone chicken (could've used a little more seasoning) with a syrupy waffle - it was great. read more

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The BEST Restaurant experience I've had in 6 Years of living in Boston. The food was 10/10 AMAZING and the Owner delivered all the food to every table in the restaurant and was SO NICE. We were celebrating our Anniversary and they even gave us a free dessert and they took such great care of us. Chef Asia the owner is an all time nice human, at a great atmosphere with the BEST FOOD I've had in 6 years in Boston. You WILL Regret it if you don't try Moonshine 152 ASAP the best spot in the entire city of Boston read more

Does it get any better? Love this place!! You have to love all the selections Chef Asia has to offer. Quite impressive when you order, Chef Asia brings it to you with a smile and describes what you ordered! Also I learned that all of her employees are happy to be there! That speaks volumes about her business! Also dog friendly! If you call ahead you can bring your pet to the outside deck! My new favorite place to enjoy!! read more

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We pounced on our orders, so tempting and textured and tasty were they. Cauliflower tacos were especially good with the curry coating the veggies and the little crunchies that Chef Asia told us were "tempura crunchies". Patatas Bravas we're hot and crispy and heaped with basily garlicky goodness. Party sprouts (Brussels) were nicely done though of our three items it was the least taste bud tittilater. Drinks: House Manhattan, straight up and faultless There's Fire, a good spicy margarita My only complaint is the rather long slog for those walking in from central Boston, next time we'll bike. read more

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An average experience. The food was okay -- nothing really stood out. The chicken was a bit dry, and the mozzarella sticks were just fine. Service was neutral -- not bad, not great. It's a decent place for a quick bite, but not something I'd go out of my way for. read more

Just want a place to stop in and get a great drink with the best bartender, this is the place to go! You want some of the BEST food to eat in the Boston area, this is the place to go. We have been here many times after our friends introduced us to this great restaurant and we continue to recommend it to everyone that we talk to. Great place, great food, great drinks and great service. This place has it all!! read more

This is what restaurants should be. The food is great, the drinks are great, the people are better. Asia Mei has created an amazing venue. She attracts and keeps a good crowd, so that you feel good when you're there. People talk to each other. The staff seem genuinely engaged and happy to be there. I've been there at least a dozen times and every time, Asia delivers food to the table, even tho (or because!) she's the owner and chef. Nothing gets by the pass without her seeing it. And she'll visit at the table once she delivers the food, if that's your thing. But if you don't feel like visiting, you'll never know that the food runner is one of the best things to ever happen to the Southie. Food. A fusion sort of thing. The best fried chicken wings evah. (Just order them. You'll be glad I insisted.) The fried rice -- Mama's recipe. So good! Bowls and apps and even steak frite. So many things that it's hard to keep track. The menu changes. But not so much that you won't find comfort and elegance here. Drink. Very good mixologists. The kind that remember you, even if names are unnecessary. I asked for a specific cocktail (that time the power was out at my place and I wasn't going home to the dark) and the bartender googled it and listened to my preference and made a killer version. My next visit, he remembered. The most recent visit -- the place was jamming -- and he nodded to me from the other end of the bar as if to say, "I got you." And that's Moonshine 152. They got you. The deets... it's very close to the Broadway stop in the MBTA Red Line, so close that there's really no reason not to go to Moonshine. But if you insist, there's parking on street if you're clever or good. (Nobody is both.) They take reservations but you don't always need them. They love finding a place for you. They have a long very comfy bar, a bunch of two and four-hightops, booths along two sides, and a dedicated built-in legit pre-pandemc patio. I've spent a few afternoons there in the rain and sun -- comfortably protected by the big umbrellas. During pandemic (and maybe going forward? who knows!) they added picnic benches outside along Dot Ave. BTW, Asia is always doing really altruistic community stuff like teaching scouts how to cook or something. Like I said, she's the best. read more

Moonshine 152 - Specialty cocktail (by request) and the amazing Mama Mei's dirty fried rice at the bar. Heaven! - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Service: is always top notch, everyone is friendly and its always great having Chef Asia Mai come out to bring you your dish herself! Food: I went two weekends in a row to enjoy the Shine Steak n Eggs. The biscuit and gravy is mind blowing and it undoubtedly gets a 10/10 from me. read more

Moonshine 152 - Menu Addition 'Shine "Steak & Eggs" - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've been here at least a dozen times! Always delicious, always fresh, always unique specials. The appetizers are so yummy! I highly recommend the Party Brussel Sprouts. There are entrées with kimchi for a delightful crunch and zing. The veggie burger is excellent and I think it might be mushroom-based because it's so savory. Don't overlook the amazing butterscotch pudding for dessert; this is NOT from a box! And Chef Asia is so friendly that she is even likely to bring some of the dishes to your table to say Hi. read more

If you live anywhere near Moonshine 152, this spot is a must!! Chef Asia Mai is truly a culinary artist, and one of the best server/host you could ask for. Really just an all around great human being. Everything my wife and I had were incredible! The seasonal baby carrot soup is the most delicious soup my wife and I had experienced to date. Probably ever. If it is still on the menu by the time you read this, get it. If not, ask when it will be back, because you NEED to try it. Be sure to reserve a table since the restaurant is fairly small. Outside dining is an option. Chef Asia Mai's artwork is displayed throughout, giving it a unique atmosphere. Bottom line, do not look over this incredible restaurant. The dishes we had could have been priced higher and still worth it. Thank you Chef Asia Mai for a truly unforgettable experience! And to our waiter whose name escapes me, thank you for all your suggestions, and congrats on your upcoming marriage! We will most definitely be coming back if we are ever in Boston again! read more

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I've been coming here for the last year and it is by far my favorite brunch/lunch spot since moving to Boston. The staff are always so friendly, and Chef Asia is an absolute angel!!! I would give Moonshine more stars if I could. The food itself is amazing, every time I go I am always blown away. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu - both for food and drinks. I always get the shakshuka (I highly recommend). read more

excellent range of flavors from which to select, started with crab rangoon and moved to the Asian bowls, taste of dessert and espresso martini; great flavors and service! Will come again! read more

We had a great meal at Moonshine 152! I recommend making a reservation because we got there 5 minutes early for our 11:30 am reservation on a Sunday, and there were 3 other parties waiting to get in when they opened the door. The tables seemed to fill up quickly. Food and drinks were delicious - especially the fried chicken! The chicken was super flavorful and tender it literally fell off the bone. And they were so generous to send us a dessert with a candle for my husband's birthday. The bread pudding was awesome! read more

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Loved the eclectic selection of dishes at this up-and-coming Southie restaurant! I typically dislike Asian fusion dishes, but their unique offerings were actually quite amazing. My friends and I came for brunch and sat at the outdoor patio. I appreciated how they are taking COVID seriously, with the tables appropriately distanced from each other and with hand sanitizers stationed at every corner. The owner of the restaurant, Chef Asia, typically comes out to converse with her guests. She told us about how she started Moonshine 152, her favorite dishes on the menu, and how local restaurants have shifted priorities to cope with the pandemic. read more

Moonshine 152 - Leslie Knope's "Fried Chicken and Waffle" ($27) - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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After seeing the chef on tv, we were excited to try Moonshine 152 on my next visit to Boston. The menu looked creative and delicious, and reviews were good. Unfortunately this review isn't for the food or atmosphere, since they left a voicemail message to cancel our reservation on us with one week's notice. We had booked the reservation months ago, and they claimed a "conflict with the reservation system" was the cause. No solutions were offered, just a message telling us they were sadly not honoring the reservation. They wanted me to call them back at my earliest convenience. Sure, I'll get right on that... Maybe their food is epic, they just don't know how to run a business or treat people with respect. read more

10/10 would go again The vibes were phenomenal - from the ambiance to the food everything is amazing The food was dealt with much care and was one of the best tofu burgers ive had to date read more

Nice place! First, service was great! Everyone was really friendly. Unfortunately, I showed up, at first, during the break between lunchtime and dinnertime, so they were closed and had to leave and come back. So, I ran an errand and returned a few hours later. I specifically went there because they have butterscotch pudding on the menu, which I've been craving for a few days. But, the pudding was disappointing. On first look, I thought that it looked like artificially flavored pudding mix. After tasting it, I was sure it was pudding mix, but tried to power through because I really wanted some butterscotch pudding. Ultimately, I just couldn't do it. Not worth the calories and sugar intake. Just didn't taste good. Good thing it wasn't the only thing I had. Otherwise, this rating would be no stars. The tacos tasted good, but they were $18 for two tacos. That's my fault, since I did see the price before I ordered. The burgers on the menu looked great, so I'll have one of those next time, if I go back. They look like a better value. read more

I had the jalapeno crab rangoon and cajun tilapia. Everything was super delicious. Service was fantastic. I'd definitely go again.

I hate to say this but this place is too expensive for the amount of food served. 1. $26 for 6 mini pieces of crab Rangoon. Too expensive for my taste. They're good but I've had better for half the price. 2. 3 tacos for $24. Never had tacos costing me more than $4. 3. Never had burger at market price. Burgers were mediocre. They charge $3 for a side of hot sauce. Wasn't notified until the bill came. Also we were here to celebrate a friend's birthday and they charge $3-4 to cut cake. Overall, food were good but I just think it's too expensive for me with a fine dining price tag. read more

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The buttermilk winks were AMAZING. Go for the bigger serving of 8 and split. There were fall off the vine and the sauce was finger licking. We sat on the patio and enjoyed the cool breeze and local Boston vibe. read more

Chef Asia Mae is quite literally a genius in the kitchen. The menu has no skips. There's literally not a bad item on there. The butterscotch pudding cured my depression. Quite literally one of the finest restaurants in the United States. Also the entire staff is kind, timely, and delightful. read more

My friend and I came here on a Thursday evening right about when they opened. We made reservations but the place was pretty empty~ slowly as the night went on it filled up! Fun, casual atmosphere. It was pretty small but they had a super cute outdoor seating area as well. I thoroughly enjoyed my food here! We ordered the patatas bravas as an appetizer and it was really tasty, especially with the aioli and garlic oil. For my entree I got the brunch style pulled pork scallion pancake quesadilla~ such a mouthful, in both ways!! I absolutely loved this. Yes, it was heavy but all the flavors of the pulled pork, teriyaki, and sweet chili glaze, just mixed together so perfectly. I would highly recommend and would absolutely come back to get it again! It was just so different and not something I'd seen before. My only small complaint was that the food took a while to come out. It almost seemed as if there was one woman cooking everything in the back cuz she was the only one bringing food out... But nevertheless, everything was still delicious and enjoyable. I would definitely come back here! read more

Moonshine 152 - Tapas Style Patatas Bravas - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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A neighborhood gem. Chef Asia is so welcoming and cares so much about restaurant guests and the community. The food is always amazing, especially the fall of the bone fried chicken wings. read more

Moonshine 152 - "Boston's Best" Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings & Birria Tacos (a special) - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Moonshine 152 was for us, an incidental finding where we tried to find a restaurant that was somewhere between where my friends and I were staying. Looking for a quick hangout spot, we instead found a gem that had both delicious drinks, Jell-O shots, and an Asian fusion menu that was both imaginative and impressive. Across the board, we enjoyed both our appetizers and entrees. Being a smaller restaurant, the chef actually brought out our entrees and later checked on us and how the meal was going personally. The restaurant was loud and lively- a great place for a party or for a dinner, and the food was to die for. read more

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Don't walk- RUN! This place is fantastic Chef Asia has her fingers on the pulse and her amazing staff has her back all the way. Food was as stellar as the service. Keep it up! Buy some artwork while you're there also. True gem! Susie and Daryn- Texas read more

The burger was amazing, it felt like I actually was eating a burger and not lettuce bread and tomatoes. The aioli was great and added so much, it was very well season. And the fries were crispy. The service was alright, very nice and the food came at a good time. The place looked amazing though, the art was inspiring. A fun place to go with friends after work. As they said, "they have the best drunk food." read more

Moonshine 152 - Grass Grass-Fed Beef Burger - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Amazing brunch at Moonshine! Definitely order the chicken and waffles and tater tot poutine! read more

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The food was phenomenal. I've never liked cold soup, but the beet soup was amazing. It had some very complex flavors, but they all blended beautifully together. The tofu mushroom burger is one of the best veggie patties I've ever had (and as a vegetarian, I've eaten my fair share!). I was super full and just kept eating the butterscotch pudding because it was so good. The outside patio is perfect for warm summer nights (and has really nice flowers and string lights!). All of the servers were very polite and helpful. Dinner was such a nice end to a long day of traveling. read more

Fantastic place!! Fabulous food and service!!! Chef Asia Mei brings the food to you!!! She also is active with the community. My favorite place to eat!!! read more

Food was amazing (vip burger, steak frites, and crab rangoons), service was immaculate. Great spot

DEEEEELISH!!!!!! so many cool options all tasty. super nice staff and yumby drinks. Loved the scallion pancake quesadilla and stuffing bites the most read more

Moonshine 152 - mostly eaten Shine Famous Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I had a Sunday brunch with a friend at Moonshine 152 after getting rave reviews from other foodie friends. Sadly, their reviews didn't match what we experienced. This small restaurant is in Southie near Broadway Station. Plan ahead regarding parking. The decor was confusing and the outside patio littered with fake flowers even more so. It's a cute little spot, they just need to choose a genre and stick with it the little bit of kitsch meets modern isn't working. Service was quick and friendly. We ordered the Shine's Bloody Mary, Tater Tot Poutine, Shine's Southie Corned Beef Hash, and Leslie Knope's Fried Chicken and Waffles. The Bloody Mary was the best thing ordered. I loved the tangy taste of the kimchi in there. The poutine was flavorful we loved the sausage in it but the lack of cheese curds was disappointing. It appears that they used mozzarella as the "white cheese" listed in the menu. It just made things messy once the cheese hardened. The chicken and waffles that we were served was a shock to the wallet at $27. One tiny greasy waffle (think of a Dash waffle iron size) and a couple pieces of dried fried chicken. The corned beef hash is was not what I would call a "Southie proud" dish. The eggs were perfectly cooked and I thought the runny yolky goodness could save this dish but alas it could not. The potatoes were undercooked, too big and lacked the flavor. It was like the potatoes were parboiled and lightly sautéed with a teeny bit or salt and pepper. The corned beef was scant and I was served mostly fat and gristle, that in addition to having zero flavor. The beer bread was okay but I was too disappointed to enjoy it. The chef, who served everyone their meals, tried to address our concerns. The main meals were taken off our bill. I'm not in a hurry to return. I was so looking forward to some Asian fusion genius but left disappointed. Definitely go for the Bloody Mary though, the bartender is throwing it down. read more

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I recently had a great first experience at Moonshine. I was tasked with finding reservations for a party of 14 people (co-workers) in less than a week's time. Moonshine came through on all fronts. First, when I called to see if they could accommodate the large party, they got back to me same day. They made the process extremely easy and for that I was grateful, as I don't even live in the Boston area. When we arrived, they had a huge center spot ready for us and were very attentive to our needs the entire time. They gave us the right amount of time to look at menu's as they first took drink orders, then app orders, and finally entrees. The pacing of the food coming out to the table was also spot on. As for the food, everyone at the table found something they liked and all agreed that what they chose was delicious. On my side, I was specifically interested in Moonshine because they had a couple options that could be made vegan. I ended up having one of the salads (the crispy kale was incredible) and the mushroom tofu burger made vegan, which was also very good. On top of all that, Moonshine was close to our office so we'll definitely be coming back soon. read more

Casual ambiance with flair. The food exceeded our expectations- flavorful and creative.

My son danced while he ate, and anyone that has a little one knows that they are harsh critics. The buggies were delicious and the waffle he thought was out of this world. So much so that I had to order him another one. The waitress was sweet, attentive, just all around pleasant. This place never misses. read more