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Restaurant Reviews for Blue Ginger

Blue Ginger

583 Washington St.
Wellesley, MA 02482

Blue Ginger, located in Wellesley, brings urban dining and sophistication to the suburbs. In celebration of its 10-year anniversary, Blue Ginger expanded with a Rockwell Group-designed renovation, creating a chic, feng-shui inspired space with three distinct dining options. Enhancements include an updated main dining room in which to savor Ming's signature East-West cuisine, three private dining rooms, and the new Lounge at Blue Ginger, complete with cozy banquettes and a 10-stool granite bar. An Asian Tapas menu is served in the Lounge, featuring casual, shareable dishes like "Ming's Bings," Ming's East-West take on the burger. "Blue Ginger is unusual, not only because of the food or the room, but because it's a neighborhood restaurant of a type not found too often in the Boston area...those of us who live farther away will just have to travel now that the secret is out." --The Boston Globe *NOTE* Reservations are not accepted for The Lounge at Blue Ginger

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $50 and over
Parking: Private Lot
Cross Street: Church St.

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		4.4 out of 5 (325 Reviews)

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies (209)
special occasion (199)
neighborhood gem (135)
notable wine list (82)
hot spot (76)
romantic (76)
good for groups (58)
great for lunch (25)
vibrant bar scene (21)
great for outdoor dining (14)
kid-friendly (9)

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Blue Ginger Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Good food, not worth the price. Appetizers were too salty, main dishes were very good."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/30/2009

(review submitted 11/06/2009)

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Review 2 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I had blue cheese sliders with sweet potato fires and asian slaw. The sliders were unusual in that they had no bun but rather the meat was wrapped in a wonton and pan fried. They were very good. The service was very good as well."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/03/2009

(review submitted 11/05/2009)

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Review 3 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Good)

"This was my second experience at Blue Ginger and call me a minority, but I am just not wowed! Six of us dined and we enjoyed our meal, but no one was ready to scream... OMG, you have to taste this....! We were also seated in the back dining area which is just bleak, you miss the experience of viewing the working kitchen, the experience! Our server was terrific; attentive and helpful. This is expensive dining and I think Ming has to revisit and bring back the WOW factor!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/01/2009

(review submitted 11/03/2009)

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Review 4 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I had been looking forward to dining at Blue Ginger for many years. Finally when I found myself in the Boston area for Halloween weekend for work, I immediately made a reservation there. I took my step daughter, a college student, and we had the best time. I am familiar with the cuisine and Ming Tsai, however, my step daughter can be a bit finicky. She loved the leek mushroom spring roll and the Curry Pasta. It was the best noodle dish she ever had. As for myself, I relished in the fact that I was finally dining at Blue Ginger, after reading about Ming, cooking from his books and watching him on TV for years. Thank you for a wonderful evening of conversation stopping food!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/01/2009

(review submitted 11/03/2009)

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Review 5 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fabulous, I would recommend for a special occasion!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/29/2009

(review submitted 11/02/2009)

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Review 6 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"vegetarians feel respected here."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/31/2009

(review submitted 11/02/2009)

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Review 7 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent meal and excellent cocktails. All the flavors were well balanced and nothing was over the top."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/31/2009

(review submitted 11/02/2009)

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Review 8 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We're huge fans of Ming and love his show, "Simply Ming". We live in Providence and had been wanting to drive up to Wellesley to check out Blue Ginger for some time. We had just received good news that my fiance has passed one of his Board exams, so we decided that Blue Ginger would be a great way to celebrate. The experience was wonderful! The food was as good as we expected and the service matched in performance. Overall, it was simply a delight."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/31/2009

(review submitted 11/02/2009)

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Review 9 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"always good... however, in spite of sending in a request for a cozy booth, we were initially seated in a side room which was COLD and had to have our table changed."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/28/2009

(review submitted 11/01/2009)

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Review 10 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"one of best meals I have ever had."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/25/2009

(review submitted 11/01/2009)

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Review 11 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This was our first visit and it was for lunch. The food was very good as was the service. The restaurant tried very hard to accommodate my dietary restrictions."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/29/2009

(review submitted 10/31/2009)

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Review 12 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great spot for lunch. Menu wasn't extensive but plenty of choices. Service was very good too."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/28/2009

(review submitted 10/30/2009)

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Review 13 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I have been to Blue Ginger a number of times.....Ming Sai is very popular nationally but he is ignoring his own restaurant......Food was not very good,presentation was poor,noise quality is high and for 4 people it cost $375.00.....He is running on his reputation....not good"

Special Features: hot spot

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/27/2009

(review submitted 10/29/2009)

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Review 14 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Phenomenal experience & the perfect way to celebrate our anniversary. We were stressed & running a few minutes late for our reservation but the friendly staff immediately put us at ease. The setting is relaxing, and while there are quite a few tables, the layout & acoustics are such that you are able to enjoy an intimate meal. Our waiter was helpful & friendly & the wait staff struck the perfect balance of being very attentive without being intrusive; we were told both at the start & the end of the meal that there was no rush & to just enjoy. Every dish was pitch-perfect: foie gras shumai & tuna poke apps, 5-spice duck breast & crispy skin salmon entrees, cardamon ice cream/bittersweet chocolate cake and creme brulee desserts. Divine!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/25/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 15 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The service was unbelievable, the tables where to close together. My dish was fantastic, steak was cooked perfectly and the empenada was superb all topped off with an avocado sauce. However our second dish pasta with a curTry sauce was less then desirable. Calamari had an uncommon lime dipping sauce."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 16 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Blue Ginger was truly a singular dining experience. Stunning Manhattan ambiance, 4 star attentiveness, most of all outstanding food. The signature butterfish dish was a superlative dish. Highly recommend this restaurant."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 17 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The restaurant is modern in style and seemed quite popular. The menu is filled with interesting and unique combinations of flavors from the cocktails and appetizers to the entrees. We tried two cocktails, signature appetizers. One of us has the signature Alaskan Butterfish, the other a small game hen. Perhaps our palates are not sophisticated enough, but everything we ate and drank tasted just OK. Nothing we would order a second time."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 10/26/2009)

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Review 18 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Creative combinations, delicious flavors, and attention to detail make for continued excellence."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 10/25/2009)

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Review 19 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We live nearby and this happened to be our 40th anniversary. Sisters from Louisiana and Ohio were at the next table and had planned for this visit for a year, having watched PBS. Ming Tsai came to their table at the end of the meal and thanked them for coming. He chatted for a while and made their vacation even more special. Of course, their dinners and ours were fabulous."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/22/2009

(review submitted 10/24/2009)

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Review 20 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"My wife & I were there for a birthday dinner. We had delicious ginger martinis with excellent calamari to start. Entrees of Sake-Miso Marinated Alaskan Butterfish and the Garlic-Black Pepper Lobster were sensational! These are our favorites and we have them on every visit. For dessert we chose the Sesame Macadamia Caramel Nut Tart with Toasted Coconut Ice Cream and Housemade Hot Fudge and Gosling’s Rum Caramel Bananas. Ming Tsai came to the table with a happy birthday wish & we had a nice chat. Our waitress was superb and this was an outstanding dining experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/21/2009

(review submitted 10/23/2009)

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Review 21 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a wonderful meal at Blue Ginger Wednesday night. Food (duck breast and Butterfish; cranberry tart; salad and mushroom appetizers) was delicious. We were seated promptly and our server was attentive without hovering. The only downside was the noise and that the tables were too close together. It was a nice touch that the server brought special cookies for my friend's birthday."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/21/2009

(review submitted 10/23/2009)

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Review 22 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Our party of four, including visitors who crossed the United States from Oregon by car, thoroughly enjoyed the food and ambience."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/19/2009

(review submitted 10/21/2009)

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Review 23 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was our first time to Blue Ginger and we had very high expectations due to all the reviews we had read. From the moment we arrived, all those expectations were exceeded. Parking was conveniently located. The restaurant was very clean and the decor was tasteful and soothing. The service was friendly, well-timed and efficient. The food, most notably the Butterfish, was outstanding. And Ming Tsai was wonderfully kind and gracious.

We are extremely pleased with our experience (which was the highlight of our vacation) and will definitely be returning as soon as possible."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/13/2009

(review submitted 10/21/2009)

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Review 24 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We loved our meal...we sampled the chef's tasting menu of 5 chef-selected dishes. All of them were outstanding with the exception of a steak and lobster dish. The steak was lovely, the lobster divine... the sauce was... salty?!? Too salty to eat and I love salt! However, the Hawaiian Tuna Poke and grilled Butterfish dishes made up for it! So aside from the salt blip, we had a memorable dinner in a gorgeous restaurant."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/18/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 25 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The Butterfish was cooked perfectly and the miso and wasabi balanced it out beauifully. We received excellent advice on pairing the meal with wine and appreciated those extra touches."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/18/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 26 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Dinner at Blue Ginger was the highlight of my birthday celebration. The waiter described the menu items and made everything sound wonderful. The butterfish was cooked perfectly, flaky and moist. Remember to save room for delectable desserts. The cranberry tart topped with ice cream was amazing. The sweet ice cream nicely balanced the tart cranberries."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/18/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 27 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A breath of fresh air in terms of dining experiences west of Boston."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/15/2009

(review submitted 10/17/2009)

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Review 28 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We were delayed for our reservation by heavy traffic. When we called to let them know, they assured us this was "no problem", and we were greeted personally and seated upon arrival."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/12/2009

(review submitted 10/15/2009)

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Review 29 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Blue Ginger is keeping its high standard on the food front. We were a little disappointed with the service, had a longish wait till the waitress came to take our order. They seemed to be understaffed. But we will be going back on those special occasions."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/12/2009

(review submitted 10/14/2009)

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Review 30 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"We were there right at 5:30. It was almost empty yet they gave us a table that was right in front of where the staff was having some kind of a meeting, which was distracting and unwelcoming. The waitress never smiled, had a snobbish attitude and went down the "list" of menu without any regard whether we understood or not, obviously just reciting from memorization without any understanding of food served. We actually picked an entree and appetizer she recommended. The entree was excellent but the appetizer was mediocre. I think the food was worth the money, but who wants to pay so much for dinner if the atmosphere, table location and service is so poor? I made a reservation to celebrate the anniversary and stayed there barely an hour."

Special Features: special occasion

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/08/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 31 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The matradee was very nice and greeted us at the door. We were quickly seated in the corner. It seemed really tight, so good thing I'm skinny. The waiter came over and didn't even tell us his name, just mumbled something with his french accent and asked if we could wait for bread service. We did not have time to look at the cocktail list before he was asking us what we wanted. There was no music just people talking really loud. The waiter explained the menu somewhat, but the busboy was more helpful. He actually explained how we should eat our spring roll appetizer. The food was very good. I had the lamb with massaman sauce. The portions were small enough that you can finish the whole thing. The bar makes strong drinks."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/11/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 32 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Very friendly staff, food came out at the perfect times and tasted very delicious. The cocktails were very well put together! My date and I still talk about how amazing the butterfish was!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/11/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 33 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I have been to Blue Ginger at least 15 times over the last few years.
Now that we have moved to California, the visits are less frequent.
I was surprised this time to find many of the dishes to be extremely salty. We had 2 appetizers and 4 different entrees. The only entree that tasted as good as I remember it was the black cod.
Service was still top notch and their expansion makes getting a reservation more reasonable. I would still recommend the restaurant."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/09/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 34 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My wife and I had heard of the Blue Ginger when we were living in Providence a few years ago. We now live in Newton and were eager to visit. The food was spectacularly delicious. Our server was routinely adequate, but polite and very attentive--perhaps we were mistaken in presuming to get a more fine-dining experience; the atmosphere was more like a bistro. The Saturday night we were there was busy and "buzzy", the sort of energetic ambiance which we like at a restaurant. Full dinner from seating to dessert was a quick 90 minutes, with no unusual delays. An overall very good experience. We will certainly be back and will recommend it highly. Make reservations!"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/10/2009

(review submitted 10/12/2009)

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Review 35 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"everything on the menu was amazing! Atmosphere very upscale. A place you want to return to. Eating in the bar is very casual and relaxing."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/04/2009

(review submitted 10/08/2009)

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Review 36 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Dining experience was excellent. We had reservations, but I'm a baseball fan and there was a playoff game on TV, so we decided to dine at the bar. The bartender was top-notch. He let us order from the main dining room menu, and was very helpful with the food selections and wine pairings. I had the Butterfish, since I had read rave reviews on-line - it turned out to be some of the best fish I'd ever tasted. The crab rangoons we had for an appetizer were unlike any I've ever had - nothing but real crabmeat. Even the gimlet I had before dinner was exceptional. Overall a 5-star experience!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/06/2009

(review submitted 10/08/2009)

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Review 37 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Times were that I'd dream about meals at Blue Ginger. The unique mingling of tastes and textures that characterized the neo-Asian dishes was well worth the traffic up route 9 and across route 16. However, this last visit left me feeling like I didn't really need to go back. Signature dishes like the mushroom spring rolls are almost unrecognizable -- overfilled, not as flavorful. What would be a fantastic smoked salmon and beef carpaccio is so laden in the center with stuff that you lose the salmon entirely and the delicate beef is overwhelmed. Other dishes were typically very good, but over-sauced. These are still really good recipes in capable hands, but it's no longer the stuff of dreams."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
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By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/02/2009

(review submitted 10/04/2009)

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Review 38 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Best meal I've ever had. Fois Gras Shumai was unbelievably good. As was the Tuna on Crispy rice.

The entre's were really good, but the starters stole the show."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/18/2009

(review submitted 10/03/2009)

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Review 39 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Blue Ginger always promises yummy taste treats and the highest quality food and service."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/01/2009

(review submitted 10/03/2009)

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Review 40 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderful Dining Experience ... on a recent Sunday evening! We live in Maryland, and have been trying for years to work Blue Ginger into our schedule. This was our first visit. As Foodies who have worked in the industry, we were very pleased. Someone in a previous review had recommended Megan, so we reserved a table requesting Megan. Megan is The Best! She even "humored us" and went on a quest to answer all of our questions. Do you know what the MA State bird is? The service was impeccable. We highly recommend the Calamari, Gazpacho, Lobster and Chocolate Cake. The Crispy Skin Salmon was delicious, but we did not care for the wetness of the clam corn broth with risotto, so we removed the salmon and had the broth like soup."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/20/2009

(review submitted 10/01/2009)

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Review 41 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I dine almost once a month there. usually, it is excellent. it was just ok this time. The lobster is a bit too salty. I am not sure why they put us at a table right by the entrance. i thought all other tables were reserved, but it was not the case. There were still tables available by the time we left."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/28/2009

(review submitted 09/30/2009)

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Review 42 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I have never had a bad experience at Blue Ginger. The only problem I have in experiencing dishes other than the signature ones. Not a bad problem, in my opinion."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/21/2009

(review submitted 09/30/2009)

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Review 43 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I loved everything about it. Try the "sampler", paired w/ wines... unbelievable!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/28/2009

(review submitted 09/30/2009)

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Review 44 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"tables are very close together and if you are next to a "loud-talker" ... lets just say, I can recite the next tables entire conversation, but couldn't hear my partner on the other side of a 2-person table.
food is V. good as always."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/25/2009

(review submitted 09/29/2009)

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Review 45 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We were, quite honestly, disappointed. Blue Ginger has gotten so much hype but the food was definitely a little ho-hum. The fried calamari appetizer, a "signature dish" had breading that was nice and light, but the calamari were so small as to be overwhelmed even by that light breading. My husband had the duck as an entree:"good, but nothing special"; I had the salmon, which was just not that memorable. We had been given a gift card to the restaurant and we agreed that if we had had to pay the very high prices (each entree was $35+) ourselves, we would have been even more unhappy. Table service was excellent, but we waited half an hour after our reservation time for a table. Room was VERY noisy and the wine list just uninspired."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/26/2009

(review submitted 09/28/2009)

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Review 46 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I requested a table along the back wall in the first dining room opposite the kitchen. I told the hostess on the phone that it was a birthday and that if we couldn't get a table along that back wall anywhere in that dining room would be great. Our reso was @ 6:15pm and unfortunately the traffic was heavy. I called at 6:10 and explained we wouldn't arrive until 6:30. We didn't get there until 6:40pm. She took us to the very last table in the back of the restaurant. I asked her for something in the main dining area and she said "Since you were late this is what's available. I'll check and see if anything else is open". The restaurant was 25% full. I was angry and it started off the night on a bad note."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/25/2009

(review submitted 09/28/2009)

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Review 47 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent dinner with colleagues visiting from out of state. Fast and friendly service - would recommend to anyone. We were also very pleased (and excited) when Ming came to our table. My manager in town from New York is a huge fan and meeting him made her week :) Thanks again..great night all around!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/24/2009

(review submitted 09/28/2009)

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Review 48 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Celebrated anniversary friday night 9pm seating. We had to wait a few minutes for our table but every so often a different staff member would check up on us attentively and wish us a happy anniversary. Tea-smoked carpaccio & calamari were excellent appetizers. Crispy salmon in a summer vegetable broth topped with crispy clams was very good especially the broth which was outstanding. Hangar steak with tomatillo sauce and avocado cream was excellent and cooked to perfection. Chehalem pinot noir paired wonderfully with both. Sesame macadamia nut tart was a perfect finish. We've been here many times and except for the previous two visits which were a little disappointing, we've been very pleased and will continue to frequent this establishment."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/25/2009

(review submitted 09/27/2009)

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Review 49 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The best restaurant west of Boston did not disappoint!!! Magnificent appetizers, unbelievable main courses, a light dessert for the clincher - a truly memorable meal!!!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/22/2009

(review submitted 09/24/2009)

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Review 50 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Very good... love the butterfish!!"

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/22/2009

(review submitted 09/24/2009)

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Review 51 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was fantastic. The menu changes every 10 days or so, will be back to try other dishes!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/21/2009

(review submitted 09/23/2009)

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Review 52 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Whole experience was great - food was excellent, as usual."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/21/2009

(review submitted 09/23/2009)

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Review 53 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Overall the food and atmosphere was great. However out the 4 appetizer and 3 entree's our party tried. There were two dishes worth mentioning. For appetizer the Foie Gras-Shiitake Shumai in Sauternes-Shallot Broth one must definite try this rich and flavorable creation.
As for entree the Sake-Miso Marinated Alaskan Butterfish was flawless and amazingly good.

We were however was a little disappointed in the Lobster. It was cooked perfectly but the sauce was a bit salty and strong which overpowered the Lobster natural taste. Absoultey a must go to place. Ming was charming and humble fella."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/19/2009

(review submitted 09/22/2009)

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Review 54 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I went to Blue Ginger for a business dinner and thought I would not find anything on the menu that I would like. But the shrimp tempura appetizer was amazing. And since I got there early I asked the host for some menu info. He suggested the butterfish (since I am a spice whimp). It was the most well prepared fish I have ever had. And of course the creme brulee topped off the dinner. Thanks for a great meal."

Special Features: good for groups

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/17/2009

(review submitted 09/19/2009)

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Review 55 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We were lucky enough to be able to have lunch outside.
Of course the view is a funeral home, but that means it is a quiet place, right?
Food was as usual delicious, the waitress has no problem switching things up for
patrons, ie- shrimp over ceasar salad vs. cxn with ceasar...
Love that two varieties of bread with whipped butter are placed on table for enjoyment.
The gazpacho was incredible with tempura shrimp placed on top. YUMMM"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/14/2009

(review submitted 09/17/2009)

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Review 56 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"excellent. a must place to bring out of town guests for a delightful
culinary experience."

Special Features: special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/13/2009

(review submitted 09/15/2009)

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Review 57 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"It was unquestionably the best meal I have ever had (and that includes the other times I've dined there in the past). Food almost shouldn't be allowed to taste that good. Everything about the evening was excellent. Our waitress was attentive, friendly and helpful. On my budget, it can be only an occassional splurge, but well, well worth it."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/11/2009

(review submitted 09/15/2009)

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Review 58 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Another wonderful dining experience at Blue Ginger. Have never been disappointed here."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/11/2009

(review submitted 09/15/2009)

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Review 59 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We had a wonderful experience at Blue Ginger. Our table was ready when we arrived. the server was very knowledgeable. She was able to describe the dishes and answer any of our questions. With her help we made our selections. We were delighted with the food and our wine choice. It was not my first time at Blue Ginger, but each time I am impressed with the food and the service."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/11/2009

(review submitted 09/13/2009)

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Review 60 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We like the new bar area. We had a drink before dinner, and the bartender was very attentive and gave us great service. Our dinner was excellent. The food was great, as well as the service. The prices are a little steep, especially for drinks, but we had a great time and will be back again."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/06/2009

(review submitted 09/09/2009)

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Review 61 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is a phenomenal restaurant for a romantic evening. The food is exciting and the service is beyond every expectation. It is everything that one could expect. My wife and I have enjoyed our anniversaries here since they opened eleven years ago and never been disappointed."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/06/2009

(review submitted 09/08/2009)

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Review 62 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I am a foody that has always wanted to try blue ginger. On our drive to Boston, we stopped, and our expectations exceeded us! Can not wait to go back!!!!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/04/2009

(review submitted 09/06/2009)

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Review 63 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was fabulous! We enjoyed every bite and the servers were attentive but not obtrusive. I will go again, soon!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/04/2009

(review submitted 09/06/2009)

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Review 64 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Incredible food. Attention to detail in all areas, including ambiance, music, decor, service and of course food."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/30/2009

(review submitted 09/01/2009)

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Review 65 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent food, atmosphere, and service. Spectacular dishes."

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/27/2009

(review submitted 08/30/2009)

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Review 66 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Absolutely freezing dining room!! Really affected the experience, unfortunately."

Special Features: special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/24/2009

(review submitted 08/26/2009)

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Review 67 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I had a wonderful anniversary dinner at Blue Ginger."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/22/2009

(review submitted 08/25/2009)

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Review 68 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The Blue Ginger has been on our wish list for many years. We finally made it to Boston to get there. While it was an adventure driving to find it, we were not disappointed. The blending of the food and spices and flavors was amazing. I had the Wok Stirred Ginger-Soy Maitake Mushrooms with Truffled Parmesan Flan appetizer and the Crispy Skin Line-Caught Striped Bass with Verrill Farms Corn and Red Miso Risotto. My husband had the Shiitake-Leek Springrolls with Three Chile Dipping Sauce for an appetizer and the Mom’s Famous Three Vinegar Sautéed Organic Shrimp. His tip is to be sure to roll up a piece of the mint in the spring roll which finishes the infused flavors together with the chile dipping sauce. Definitely a worthy of a repeat"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/20/2009

(review submitted 08/25/2009)

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Review 69 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was spectacular. The service was impeccable. If you eat there have Ming's Buterfish and Ming's Lobster. Every table was filled and the patrons seemed to be enjoying themselves.
A very pleasant experience. I can't wait to go back to Wellesley and eat at Blue Ginger again."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/22/2009

(review submitted 08/25/2009)

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Review 70 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My daughter and I go for lunch every August before she returns to school. We appreciated the honesty of the serving staff, and are never dissappointed with the food. A+"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/19/2009

(review submitted 08/25/2009)

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Review 71 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"A great restaurant to help us celebrate our 15 yr old's birthday. She's a budding chef and fusion was something new for her."

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/22/2009

(review submitted 08/24/2009)

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Review 72 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I've been to dinner here several times and the food is always wonderful. Saturday's visit was exceptional in this regard, but this time, the service was spotty. There was an unacceptable delay between placing our order and getting our first course. Eventually, I asked the waitress "why?" and she said that the kitchen was backed up by the order from a large party. I good excuse--but my first course was Asian Gazpacho. Seems like someone could have shown some initiative and found a ladle ;-).
Only other complain was the ventilation seemed to be not working correcty. I sat with my back to the prep area--but at least 20 feet away from it. When I got home, I smelled like I'd been working in the prep area!"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/22/2009

(review submitted 08/24/2009)

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Review 73 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I'm sad not to have loved this place. The food was very good, but for the price I guess I expected just a little bit more. I took my wife here for dinner on her birthday, we've been dying to try it out for over a year. Took WAY too long to get a drink, I was stunned. The restaurant is LOUD and the tables are on top of each other, which shouldn't have surprised me after reading reviews on the web, but I was a little turned off from the get-go.

Food was spot on for the apps and the entrees (shiitake-leek spring rolls, calamari, chile 5 spice duck, and crispy striped bass), but really not that happy with the dessert, we ordered strawberry shortcake. It was difficult to eat, and flavors were weak ... just left me feeling a little disappointe"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/19/2009

(review submitted 08/22/2009)

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Review 74 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We have never had a bad experience at Blue Ginger. Everything was superb, although I'll admit I always have their signature butterfish and wonderful accompaniments so I haven't ventured throughout the menu. Their spring rolls are also a must have to start! Ming and Polly continue to show their deep appreciation for fine dining, excellent and unique ingredients, talented chefs, personable waitstaff and dedication to ensuring a wonderful experience. We would recommend it to anyone for a special occasion dining experience."

Special Features: special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/20/2009

(review submitted 08/22/2009)

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Review 75 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I went on a Wednesday for my birthday dinner, and the restaurant was pretty much full of energetic, jovial customers. I had the tasting menu with wine pairing, and the food and wine combination were excellent. Also, the waitress made great subtle efforts to make my birthday dinner feel special. Personally, I would like the noise level to tone down slightly, but I guess I can't really complain about the liveliness within the restaurant since I also appreciated the fact that the restaurant's relaxed casual dress code made me much more at ease than some of the other higher-end restaurants."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/19/2009

(review submitted 08/21/2009)

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Review 76 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"COnntinues to be the best in Metro West."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 08/19/2009

(review submitted 08/21/2009)

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Review 77 for Blue Ginger

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"as always, the delicious food set the stage for a special birthday night out, with ta