Shaking Seafood is a New Orleans-style seafood restaurant that brings the fun and atmosphere of the Big Easy right here to Boston. We’re all about letting loose, and that means enjoying a heaping helping of your favorite seafood armed with gloves, bib, and a smile on your face. Mix and match the items you want, choose your spice and sauces, then prepare yourself as we cook everything made-to-order just for you! We may have only just opened, but we’re ready and waiting to show you, your family, and your friends some of the best seafood you’re likely to find.
Based on 136 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
1616 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02122
Phone: (617) 506-8823
Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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1:30–10 PM
Holiday hours
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| Tuesday | 1:30–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 1:30–10 PM |
| Thursday | 1:30–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
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Reviews
libra dom
i had more than an excellent time coming here, just stellar and phenomenal service. the servers had a lot of knowledge and attention when it came down to us being first time customers and not knowing what to order! interior was beautiful AND bathroom was clean with a nice interior as well, despite being a little tiny restaurant. the food was flavorful and placed out in a timely manner, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal. we came in at 9pm but finished eating at 11pm, which we felt really bad about. nonetheless, the staff were generous enough to let us stay past their closing time and didn’t rush us to leave. we tried our best to eat quickly and clean up properly, but we were just shocked at the fact that the service was just really superb for a seafood boil place. i would highly recommend everyone i know to give this place a try!
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Meg Dahmes
Amazing boil bags and with their shaking sauce So good!
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kenira antunes
I absolutely love the food!
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KayJ
Dry seafood bags little to no sauce, went back a second time giving them another chance since I don’t live far still little to none. They move very fast to just push orders out did I mention the “sauce” was straight grease no type of herbs you can feel or see! For the same price of (Shakin Crab)I will get in the car and spend my money there.
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Patricia Rodriguez
Love this seafood place, its one of my faves. I’ve been ordering from here since they only had the first restaurant in Roslindale. I love how they have an option for people who don’t like spicy or hot foods, I think that’s wonderful cause that shows they take their customers’ likes and needs into consideration. They have gotten a little pricey, but their food is worth it.
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Mesh MW
Got pickup. Good prices for what you get. I wanted spicy, but based on reviews, wasn’t expecting anything reay spicy and wasn’t disappointed – but the spiciest offering of shaking sauce was pretty mild but still good, I could taste the components. Mussels were a bit overdone, but still moist enough and delicious. For the sausage I was expecting nem nuong and got kielbasa – so honestly the biggest disappointment there, but since I came here for seafood, I’m not going to judge that harshly. The king crab legs were spot on – meaty, juicy and sauce absorbed. The hush puppies were cooked through, crispy, flavorful and on point. The fries were crazy good – even after they had cooled down they were still crispy and not mushy – witchcraft!Definitely a repeat visit is in order!
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Natalie Koffarnus
YUM! I especially like that the headless shrimp are cleaned and easy peel. Comes with a bib and gloves to keep clean. The Dorchestwr location looks very clean and freshly remodeled. Nice staff too.
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JaQ T
I liked the shrimp. When I was ordering at the countertop I felt rushed and to make things seem weird there was no greeting when I arrived. This place did not seem friendly enough to make me want to come and sit. I got the feeling that it was hurry up order and go.
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B Beasley
Worst seafood bag I have ever had!!! Called to advise what the problem was and was hung up on. Called back was put on hold only to be disconnected two more times! The Roslindale location is way better. My bag barely had sauce, the potatoes were not done, still hard, and the corn was soggy. Very dissatisfied as I’ve ordered from here before.
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D. Bucks
Great hole in the wall place.. loved the food
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