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 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 on an everyday vacation. Options are available for regular dining or the OMAKASE 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.
Live entertainment! On Fridays Shore Leave hosts Drag Race viewings at 8p and The People's Karaoke at 10p. The surf rock band The Electric Heaters play the first Thursday of every month beginning at 8p. Entertainment varies so call for details!
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.
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.
Shore Leave reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
Diners' Choice Awards
Greater Boston
Sushi
Review summary
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Shore Leave offers an exciting dining experience with "finely crafted" food and cocktails in a lively, "super fun" atmosphere. Known for its exceptional staff, the restaurant's omakase is a "must" for sushi lovers. Seasonal themes and creative drinks add to its charm, making it a favorite for special occasions.
252 Reviews
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Cody
New Mexico1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Would absolutely recommend.
My wife and I had an assortment of the menu items in both drink and food.
Everything we tasted was finely crafted.
Service was impeccable.
Great attention to detail for every item.
If I were local to Boston, I'd be a regular at Shore Leave.
Looking forward to my next visit.
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Andrew
Greater Boston1 review
4.0
Dined on 16 March 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
In town from Philly. Really enjoyed Shore leave. Great sample of food.
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Susan VIP
Greater Boston11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Enjoyed the Omakase dining experience. Joe was an excellent chef and our server Simon was great!
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Diane
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
great food & service.
I hope they have two Omakase options.
Short and long
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Jordan
Orlando7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
THE BEST! Had a business meal here and we had a GREAT time. Cocktails and food were fantastic.
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Duyen
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
We had a great time. My friend was very late to the reservation and the chef and staff were very accommodating. Omakase was lovely. They were really good about substitution for my friend’s crustacean allergies. Overall very enjoyable.
Shore LeaveResponded on 4 March 2025
Hello Duyen,
We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Shore Leave! It's always our goal to provide a wonderful dining experience for all our guests, including those with dietary restrictions or food allergies. We're glad that you enjoyed our Omakase. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you and your friends back soon!
Best,
Brittany and The Shore Leave Team
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Paul VIP
Greater Boston116 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
All was well. I look forward to coming back. The DanDan noodles were delicious.
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Amy
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The staff is exceptional and the sushi is the best in town.
They worked with us on gluten free options.
They were incredibly accommodating!
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Haley VIP
Greater Boston16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
BEST DATE NIGHT EVER!!! Superb food - amazing entertainment - just an incredible staff!
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Mickey
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Everything was great, from the host table, to our server, to the performances, food and drinks!
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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 252 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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.