Reviews for Red Ginger in Traverse City, MI
Okay ! This was a great experience but there were a few things that were less so, so I'm just going to break it down into pros... and cons to keep it succinct. Pros : a fun, sophisticated and elevated atmosphere with a variety of meal selection (Indian andThai curries, Vietnamese plates, sushi), drinks and wonderful, efficient staff. The food itself was delicious (rainbow roll,spicy salmon roll, Tunagi roll, Vietnamese shaking beef) and came quickly to our table, despite the busyness of therestaurant. Cons : the sushi rice and the whipped cream. This may feel small, but to me it indicates a foundational whoopsiethat I can't ignore. For a $20 sushi roll, I am expecting quality ingredients, most of all the telling sticky but not tackysushi rice. These rolls did not have that - it was cheap rice and while the insides of the rolls were tasty, the outside ricenearly ruined the experience of eating them. Second, the whipped cream ; I was honored to have the server Mo bring me acomplimentary dessert plate for my birthday - two chocolate truffles decorated with whipped cream in the center and a candle.The whipped cream was split (overwhipped) and disappointing. I was grateful for the gesture but the fact the split cream wasplated and served made me questing the quality of everything else. I know I said succinct, alas there it is. For three rolls,two cocktails and one main plate, our bill was about $140 - higher, but not unexpected considering we needed a reservation for arandom Wednesday night and there's a dress code at the door. So, four stars, though I waver between 3 and 4 because of the twoaforementioned issues. Maybe it was a fluke - worth a try regardless. Read more
Great spot for dinner with the friends and family or a date. The food was amazing. The staff was very friendly. The location... does book fast . Recommend reservations. Portions and prices are perfectly matches Read more
The sushi was okay. We also ordered the orange chicken and we didn’t care for it. It was missing flavor. The desserts... weren’t anything special either. We were bummed. Read more
Best salmon I've ever had in my life!! Curry was excellent too. Good size portions. Service was a little slow but satisfactory.... Highly recommend. Read more
This was an absolutely wonderful dining experience. The restaurant is beautiful, the staff very friendly and helpful, and the... food amazing. Everything we ordered was prepared to perfection. The sushi was beautiful and the salmon was divine. Finally thecocktails were amazing. We be definitely will be back in the future. Read more
Outstanding Asian fusion with superlative service. Pleasant surprise to find start to finish such amazing food. We had... appetizers, sushi, and entrees and everyone loved pretty much anything and everything. Special call outs for sushi rollsincluding the seared salmon, sweet potato, and spicy tuna. And the orange chicken entree was perfect. Save up and come hungrybecause there's a LOT to explore and love. Read more
Excellent service and food. We had Tuna Poke and the Green Curry. Both were dishes we have had elsewhere but never better. Also... had the carrot cake and pot of tea. The cup cake was delicious however a smaller portion than expected for $8. The BlackberryShizo tea was excellent finish to dinner. Read more
Service excellent, pleasant atmosphere, Matt our server at the bar, excellent. Food is phenomenal, love the option for small... plates, calamari outstanding! Highly recommend! Read more