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    Shore Leave

    3.7 (250 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Open 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Shore Leave, Ramen Martini
    Sara D.

    We went for drinks and loved it! We went twice during our 3 day visit to Boston which should say something. It's the only place we visited twice! The first time I tried the Shore Leave signature drink and it was your basic citrusy rum tiki drink - it was okay. But my friend tried the Ramen Martini and wow was that insanely good. That martini is the drink that made us come back! I hate gin but I loved this drink. Also on our second visit the bartender recognized us and gave us shots as a send off for our last night! Definitely loved the personal touch and great vibes. We recommended this place to everyone in Boston!

    Okonomiyaki Tater Tots
    Monica C.

    Went on an off-season evening for dinner, just after the holidays. We made reservations but probably wasn't necessary. The ambience was fun and lively, and food was decent. We had the tater tots for appetizer which was satisfying and flavorful. In terms of sushi, we ordered the Shore Leave Rolls and a selection of nigiri including yellowtail, tuna, salmon, and scallop. Salmon and scallop were definitely winners; it was melt-in-your mouth delicious, and I'd definitely get it again. I do think nigiri was standout so would order more of that in the future and would be curious to try the salmon set of nigiri's. We also tried the Shore Leave cocktail which we were hoping would come in a fun or special drinkware, but it was just a simple glass but still very tasty and good strength level.

    Gluten free Okonomiyaki Tater Tots
    Taryn L.

    Came here around Christmas, absolutely loved the decor. There were lots of options for someone gluten free. I'm celiac and I had the tots, wagyu skewers, and two of the sushi sashimi rolls. The service was friendly and attentive, would absolutely be back!

    Elderflower cocktail
    Aliya M.

    What a fun night! Shore leave is the place to go for good energy, good food, and a guaranteed good time. We went on a Sunday and were blown away by the fun ambiance with lots of string lights and cute decor. The music is fun and the servers and hostess were so kind and helpful. Now the best part of the night was when we found out we had accidentally come for their monthly Sunday drag night! Every last Sunday of the month they host this fun free event during dinner. The queens were gorgeous, fun, and incredible dancers. Could not think of better entertainment for a fun dinner. Now the food was also a highlight-- the menu is a mix of sushi and Asian inspired hot dishes. The sushi quality was excellent and I think my favorite dish of the night was the salmon nigiri flight--it comes with three different kinds of salmon and two pieces of each, which was perfect for sharing. We also got the Shore Leave roll with shrimp tempura, pineapple, and bit of a kick which was super yummy. The hot dishes were also good, and I particularly enjoyed the Pad Thai Brussel Sprouts which were very nicely seasoned. The Okonomiyaki Tator Tots were also fun, though got a little mushy by the end. The Gochujang wings had a nice kick but were slightly dry. We also had two different mock tails, the No New Friends and an Elderflower cocktail which were soooo good--would highly recommend as a great option for anyone not drinking! Overall I had such a fun time and can't wait to come back and try more of their dishes!

    Brenda L.

    The other reviews are all right - the vibes here are great and the service is also stellar! I visited on a Thursday (with reservations) -- it wasn't too busy at all so I think we probably could've skipped on the reservations since there's a credit card hold. My group and I didn't order any food, just drinks! The food options all sounded pretty good and unique. The cocktails also stood out a lot, I appreciated how much variety there was! It's a bit hidden, in the basement a couple flights of stairs down. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience and I loved how fun and decorated it was :)

    Menu
    Julia G.

    Who doesn't love a good tiki bar? My husband and I were in town visiting friends who live a a short walk from this bar. We were able to grab a table for five fairly quickly. Our server was great and attentive. Between the five of us, we ordered most of the drinks on the menu. My favorite was the pineapple upside down. The Jingle Bird is very bourbon forward. We ordered a bunch of food - gyozas, tater tots, salmon avocado roll and a Chicago hot dog. My favorite was the tater tots. Don't recommend the Chicago hot dog but you probably could've guessed that for a bar in Boston :)

    Okonomiyaki Tater Tots
    Erica C.

    The vibes are absolutely immaculate! Such a hidden oasis tucked three flights down the stairs in the Southend. This is the spot for a good time and good bites! I highly recommend the Okonomiyaki Tater Tots. Perfectly fried and dressed with sauce. Some bites were extra crunchy and crisp. Others had so much flavor and soaked up the sauce. The Jalapeño cheese on the bottom of the plate was a delicious surprise! My other favorite dish was the Wagyu & Crab Claypot Rice. The Wagyu pieces were so tender and melted in my mouth. The yolk also added a wonderful creaminess and flavor to the rice plate. The kimchi and cucumbers were a nice brightness and acidity to the dish. I also really enjoyed the cold Dan Dan Noodles. The chewy noodles were mixed in peanut sauce and paired nicely with cilantro and cucumbers. And the spicy tuna roll was fresh and the perfect amount of spice! I came here for the food, Rupaul Drag Race Watch Party, the drinks, and I'll be back for more! I'm really interested in trying their omakase for my next visit. The servers were really nice and the food came out quickly. Drinks were served immediately. I came on a Friday night with reservation. Street parking is available but limited in the area.

    Mai tai flight
    Laura P.

    We came for drinks and the love island launch party was happening. The drinks were balanced and there was a good selection at the bar. I had the shore leave and the mai tai flight. I wasn't a huge fan of the spicy mai tai but the place was great and I would def suggest it.

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    Amanda M.

    Came on a Wednesday night without a reservation and was seated right away. Ordered the crispy brussel sprouts and a sugar plum Mai Tai. I loved all the decorations and our server was very attentive. The drinks were classic strong tiki drinks served in the cutest tiki cups for the holiday that were also available for purchase! The music, the lights and the drinks were great! Love a great tiki bar!

    Salmon roll
    Rick C.

    I agree with the reviews about the bartenders and atmosphere. Both are 5s. Food is a bit less stellar. High price relative to the quality and value. More like a 3.

    The Golden Child
    Lawrence M.

    My friend and I visited Boston this past weekend and were disappointed with the food and prices. I understand that seafood will generally be more expensive than other dishes, but this was a total ripoff. This was the saddest salmon & avocado roll I've ever ordered. I hardly tasted either main ingredient. Y'all fumbled this, I would have been happy to give a 5-star review if it weren't for this debacle. On the upside, our bartender and waiter were incredibly kind and hospitable when serving our drinks. I also loved the ambiance and Halloween theme.

    Shore Leave and Lost Girls cocktails. Yummy!
    Laura H.

    Didn't know where this was until a friend told me about it - aside from the sign, you'd never know it was there, but that gives it a cool speakeasy vibe as you descend into the space. Met a friend on a Thursday night and it was surprisingly quiet. Service was friendly and fun; nice cocktails and wines by the glass, great sushi. I'd definitely go back.

    Melissa Y.

    I came to Shore Leave for the first time to meet up with some people. First off parking is tough since they only have street parking. When you arrive at the restaurant you walk down 3 flights of stairs that look like a parking lot garage. Once inside, the restaurant vibes are fun, funky, and cool. The reason for the 3 stars is our server was awful. The food was just ok as well and the same for the cocktails. Not sure if I would give this one another try.

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    Great atmosphere. Pretty and tropical without being tacky. Great drink selection. Sascha is a fabulous bartender!

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    The vibe is definitely chic tiki, with some fun elements like a disco ball and great music.

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