Moonshine 152
Our verdict
Dorchester Avenue After Dark The stretch of Dorchester Avenue running through South Boston has spent the better part of a decade in transition, shifting from a corridor of dive bars and convenience stores into a more layered dining and drinking...
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- Address
- 152 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02127
- Phone
- (617) 752-4191
- Hours
- Mon ClosedTue–Thu 5–10 PMFri 5–11 PMSat 11:30 AM–11 PMSun 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Website
- moonshine152.com
- Directions
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on OpenTable
The menu
What to order
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings
- Mushroom Tofu Burger
- Jalapeño Crab Rangoon
Comparison venues in the immediate area give some sense of the competitive field. The bar-restaurant format that Moonshine 152 appears to occupy is one of the most competitive in American dining. At the high end of that format, venues like Lazy Bear in San Francisco or Alinea in Chicago have pushed the communal dining experience toward something theatrical and tightly controlled. For a frame of reference on what refined American restaurant dining looks like when it is fully documented and credentialed, Le Bernardin in New York City, The French Laundry in Napa, and Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Tarrytown represent the tier at which awards, sourcing programs, and chef credentials are all publicly documented and peer-reviewed. Moonshine 152 is not in that conversation, nor does its address suggest it is trying to be.The Broader American Bar-Restaurant Format
That is also the tier at which venues like Emeril's in New Orleans, Providence in Los Angeles, Addison in San Diego, Single Thread Farm in Healdsburg, The Inn at Little Washington, Atomix in New York City, and 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana in Hong Kong all operate with the kind of documented infrastructure that makes editorial assessment precise. For a broader overview of where Moonshine 152 sits within the neighborhood's dining options, our
Frequently asked questions
How do I find Moonshine 152?
Moonshine 152 is located at 152 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02127, South Boston.
Is Moonshine 152 a good spot for drinks before or after a Red Line commute in South Boston?
The 152 Dorchester Ave address is walkable from the Broadway MBTA Red Line station, which makes it a practical stop for commuters coming in or out of South Boston. The bar-restaurant format the venue appears to occupy is well suited to that kind of casual, drop-in visit.
What's the best thing to order at Moonshine 152?
The venue's name and its position on Dorchester Avenue in South Boston point toward an American bar-restaurant format, where the bar program typically carries as much weight as the food menu. A reasonable approach on a first visit is to ask the bartender what's pouring well that night.
Can I walk in to Moonshine 152?
Bar-restaurants at this type of Dorchester Avenue address in South Boston generally operate on a walk-in basis for bar seating, with table availability depending on the night. Arriving before peak evening hours on weekdays is the most reliable approach without a booking.
What's the standout thing about Moonshine 152?
The address itself tells part of the story. Dorchester Avenue through South Boston has been one of the more active corridors for new bar-restaurant openings over the past decade, and 152 Dorchester Ave places Moonshine squarely in that stretch.
The Short List
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moonshine 152This venue — the venue you are viewing | American-Asian Fusion | $20–30 | Not listed |
| Fresh Boston | Modern American Deli Bar | $20–30 | South Boston, Modern American Deli Bar |
| The Broadway | American Pizza Bar | $30–50 | South Boston, American Pizza Bar |
| Layla's American Tavern | Modern American Tavern | $20–30 | South Boston, Modern American Tavern |
| Shy Bird - South Boston | American Rotisserie Chicken | $20–30 | South Boston, American Rotisserie Chicken |
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Details
- Lively
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Brunch
- Casual Hangout
- Late Night
- Open Kitchen
- Craft Cocktails
- A La Carte
- Small Plates
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Options
- Gluten Free Options
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 5–10 PM
- Friday
- 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Warm, welcoming neighborhood atmosphere with effervescent chef-owner presence, serving as Southie's lively living room for weeknight dinners and date nights.