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Shore Leave, Boston, MA

Shore Leave

4.7
4.7
219 Reviews
$31 to $50
Sushi

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2 people
20:30
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
Shore Leave is our interpretation of a tropical escape through the lens of our love for Boston’s rich dining scene.
Named after a sailor’s leisure time on dry land, Shore Leave’s tropical cocktails take you away from the hustle and bustle. This space, music, and most importantly, our Shore Leave team, make every moment here feel like watching the sun go down with your feet in the sand. Off the main drag, just below the street in Boston’s South End, Shore Leave brings you along on an everyday vacation.
Options are available for regular dining or the OMAKASE at SHORE LEAVE EXPERIENCE. We do not take reservations for "just drinks", so cancellation fees will apply. Just drinks-walk in for bar seats! We ID at the door. Underage guests are permitted but not permitted at the bar.

Stop by for live entertainment! Shore Leave hosts The People's Karaoke most Fridays beginning at 10pm and surf rock band The Electric Heaters Thursdays beginning at 8pm. Entertainment varies so call for details!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (617) 530-1775
  • Website
    https://www.shoreleaveboston.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Colin Lynch
  • Private party facilities
    Our tropical oasis is the perfect space for your next event! We offer multiple spaces uniquely suited for small gatherings from 8-30 guests as well as the opportunity to book our entire restaurant.We accept reservations for up to 15 guests Sunday-Wednesday, Thursday-Saturday up to 8. For all other inquiries email info@shoreleaveboston.com.

Experiences

  • Omakase at Shore Leave

    US$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at the Sushi Counter at Shore Leave for a fast & fun take on a tasting menu! If you are not familiar with Omakase, it translates to "I trust you"; you are trusting the sushi chef to curate your meal of approximately 12 courses. Expect a variety of bites including nigiri, sashimi, and tempura. This experience is quick paced so that you can enjoy the nigiri the moment it is made—as soon as you finish one piece, you’re handed the next by our sushi chef, who is right in front of you at the counter. Come early or stay late to enjoy cocktails and extra bites at Shore Leave’s bar! Your Omakase experience will be $85 per person not including tax or gratuity and will be approximately 12 courses.
    Omakase at Shore Leave photo

Menu

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What 219 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Greater Boston

    Lively

  • Boston

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shore Leave offers a "fantastic atmosphere" with top-quality sushi, creative cocktails, and a welcoming vibe. Guests appreciate the friendly staff and unique themed events like "Scare Leave." The decor is "very unique and cool," enhancing the overall dining experience. It's a bit pricey but "worth every penny" for memorable occasions.

219 Reviews

  1. Alex

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent tiki bar, with appropriate drink menu, great food, and fun atmosphere. Service was great and business was clean, friendly, and well organized. I would go back.

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  2. Mary

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had to make a last minute change to our reservation and employees at Shore Leave were very friendly, responsive, and communicative. It's a great spot with a lively atmosphere, and interesting a cocktails. We always make it a point to visit when we are in town.

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  3. Sare

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Awful service . Forgot our drinks 3x killing the vibe and extending the wait . Drinks aren’t measured or put in the proper glass - who puts vodka in a 16oz tall water glass ? Was asked to relocate to the bar after reserving a table because apparently cleaning up happens before closing time - again what a vibe killer . No standing space , No dancing , Nothing like the TikTok videos on it suggest .

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  4. Lena

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic atmosphere, great food and cocktails!!!!

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  5. Heather

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good drinks and good food! Our waiter is the best! We enjoyed our anniversary date! Definitely will come back!

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  6. Scott

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time enjoying the Halloween themed drinks and decor. Food was great!

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  7. Brad

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks are always great and the staff have consistently been friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. “Recently” they added a full sushi bar to expand on their food offerings, and we got to try it last night. The sushi was outstanding; fresh, quality fish. and not your standard nigiri. Each piece had a unique preparation, or sauce, or topping that was an excellent addition to the quality fish. And shoutout to the mushroom maki roll which was amazing. Don’t sleep on it. And from the bar menu the crab rangoon are more than just cheese pockets (jalapeños and scallion and flavor!) and the Okonomiyaki tater tots were so good too. In summary: I always thought this place was a solid time for great tiki drinks and atmosphere, but the food has really come to be reason alone to visit.

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  8. Kayla

    Greater Boston

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect. Thank you for a fun night! We love you Shore Leave

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was stellar. Staff are genuine and engaged and wanted everyone to have a great time. The food was 👌🏽. No conpalints AT ALL. will be back a thousand times .

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  10. Casey

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. If anyone thinks anything less, then they are wet blankets.

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FAQs

Shore Leave offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 530-1775.

Shore Leave is rated 4.7 stars by 219 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
20:30
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Shore Leave

11 William E Mullins Way, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    William E Mullins Way & Harrison Avenue
  • Area
    South End
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Executive Chef
    Colin Lynch
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Website
    https://www.shoreleaveboston.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 530-1775
  • Private party facilities
    Our tropical oasis is the perfect space for your next event! We offer multiple spaces uniquely suited for small gatherings from 8-30 guests as well as the opportunity to book our entire restaurant.We accept reservations for up to 15 guests Sunday-Wednesday, Thursday-Saturday up to 8. For all other inquiries email info@shoreleaveboston.com.
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