Shore Leave

4.8

249 Reviews

$31 to $50

Sushi

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails
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 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!

Dining areas

Additional information

Location
11 William E Mullins Way, Boston, MA 02118
Phone number
(617) 530-1775
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Asian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Executive chef
Colin Lynch
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Experiences

Omakase at Shore Leave
$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.

What 249 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Sushi

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Shore Leave offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "fun cocktails" in a "friendly, funky tiki bar" setting. The omakase is "phenomenal," and the sushi "delicious." Patrons love the "great service" and "festive atmosphere," making it "one of my favorite places." Perfect for special occasions or a casual night out.

249 Reviews

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Diane
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. 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 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. 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 March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. 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 7 days ago
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 Boston113 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. 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 February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. 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 February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. 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 February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great, from the host table, to our server, to the performances, food and drinks!
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Aniek VIP
Greater Boston1 review
1.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Never go there ! !!! The food is worse than any place I’ve been too… wagyu skewers cold . Sushi tastes sour… mix of flavors in food is off.honestly never had such a bad miss in Boston. McDonald’s or any chain resturaunt tastes better. RECOMMEND TO SHUT DOWN.
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Cheryl
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful flavors and fresh fish from all around the world showcased in this omakase! Loved that we came here for Valentines and got to see some dancing by the Temptation Island crew!
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Harry
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
5 star all around. Came here to celebrate a birthday with a party of 8 and everyone was very happy.
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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 4.8 stars by 249 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

11 William E Mullins Way, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(617) 530-1775
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Asian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Executive chef
Colin Lynch
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Shore Leave

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Omakase at Shore Leave

Menu

What 249 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Shore Leave offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Shore Leave restaurant rated?

Is Shore Leave currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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