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Food - Basho Japanese Brasserie, Boston, MA

Basho Japanese Brasserie

4.3 (648)
$31 to $50
Japanese
1338 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215

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Basho Japanese Brasserie

4.3
$31 to $50
Japanese
Back Bay

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Good for business meals
  • Vegan-friendly
Basho is a Japanese word that is roughly translated as "location" or "a space where activities occur". It could be a family gathering, socializing with friends, or a business event; moreover, it could be the setting for an unforgettable experience. We call this setting "Basho".

Basho is a contemporary Izakaya brasserie where dishes are prepared in two separate areas: the principal kitchen and the sushi bar. Rather than offering individual starters and main courses, Basho serves dishes that are designed for sharing and are brought to the table steadily and continuously throughout the meal.

Your server will be happy to assist you in choosing dishes, such as our Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice Appetizer, which is highly popular or our specially crafted 1338 Signature Roll. We are also conveniently located within the heart of Fenway. If you're ever in the area for a Red Sox's game, stop by! We are only a 2 minute walk from Fenway Park!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Cocktail Bar, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offering catering for private and corporate Events. Please call the restaurant for further information and details.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining options from 10-50 guests.18% gratuity is included for parties of six or more people.
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Cross street
    Jersey St & Kilmarnock
  • Parking details
    Basho offering validation for parking within the 1330 Boylston garage off of Jersey Street for up to 3 hours for $12, every day, even on game days.
  • Public transit
    Kenmore Square (Green)Fenway (Green)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.3

4.3
(648)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

648 Reviews
  1. Liora

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 5, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious and fun dinner here! Sushi rolls, sashimi and all appetizers were amazing, and very accommodating for dietary restrictions. Wonderful service as well! We will definitely be returning!

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  2. David Gold

    Greater Boston14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 5, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The menu had limited selections, compared to last year. I understand restaurant has new management; please bring back the old menu.

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  3. Allison Gold

    Greater Boston29 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 8, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, a good experience! Loved being able to people watch from the seats right next to the window. The sushi was good, those some pieces of crabs seem to still have some shell on it, but overall the taste was delicious. The Rose Paloma was to die for, super refreshing!

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  4. David Gold

    Greater Boston14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 24, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The menu has changed signifucantly, gone are the chicken wings, beef teriyaki, and many of the appetizers we enjoyed! ,

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  5. Tim

    Greater Boston14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As a connoisseur, I would have to put this in the top couple of sushi spots in Boston… They do a huge carryout business. The sushi is always top-notch. There’s a cool bar, but the restaurant is never really that full so it doesn’t have a great vibe… But the sushi is worth the CHILL atmosphere.

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  6. Mark

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on November 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was not great, quite expensive for what it was, and did not come out at the same time.

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  7. Jhon

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience! Delicious sushi... so many to choose from. We tried the " Tasty", "The crunchy", "The Basho" Fabulous server, Joseph was attentive and friendly. Gave us good food recommendations. We were celebrating my niece's birthday and Joseph made sure my niece's drink was always filled, brought her a surprise birthday dessert. Ambiance super cool, great music playlist. The host, Madeline was very nice, sat us on a very nice table, nice view and came by a couple times to make sure we were having a nice xperience. They also validate parking... that's a nice perk in Fenway area. I will definetely go back!

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  8. Nicholas

    Greater Boston25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The atmosphere is really casual. Which isn't a bad thing. The food really shines, everything came out great. Prices on point for Boston. Service wasn't bad, but inattentive and confused. Seemed like there were 3 different servers taking our orders so no one person was responsible for our table. Overall worth checking out in the back bay

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  9. Caroline

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great sushi, very competent and personable staff, perfect pick for a game day meal!!

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  10. John Gold

    Greater Boston24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lots of great options for appetizers, sushi and sake. Nice ambiance too- underrated spot in Fenway

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Cocktail Bar, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offering catering for private and corporate Events. Please call the restaurant for further information and details.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining options from 10-50 guests.18% gratuity is included for parties of six or more people.
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Cross street
    Jersey St & Kilmarnock
  • Parking details
    Basho offering validation for parking within the 1330 Boylston garage off of Jersey Street for up to 3 hours for $12, every day, even on game days.
  • Public transit
    Kenmore Square (Green)Fenway (Green)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Basho is a great pick before Fenway games or an MGM concert, guests frequently praise it as an ideal pre-game/pre-concert meal; for a quieter visit try off‑peak evenings (guests even found New Year’s Eve surprisingly un-busy).

Yes, guests report family-friendly service: one party celebrating a niece’s birthday said staff kept her drink topped and brought a surprise birthday dessert, showing attentive, welcoming service.

Basho is a polished, Izakaya-style brasserie, sleek and cozy with a sushi bar and a calm, composed dining room where soft lighting and a cool playlist set a relaxed tone.

Basho often feels calm rather than packed, though some visits have been fairly busy; one guest even noted New Year’s Eve was surprisingly un-busy for them.

Smart casual is the guide, think polished but relaxed: neat, put-together clothing rather than formalwear.

At Basho Japanese Brasserie reviewers describe the servings as generous and filling.

Yes, Basho's polished, calm dining room and soft lighting create a quieter, composed atmosphere well suited to a relaxed date-night dinner.

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A photo of Basho Japanese Brasserie restaurant

Basho Japanese Brasserie

4.3
$31 to $50
Japanese
Back Bay

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 4 times today
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