I only shared a Crab Rangoon (made in house) and had a cocktail while my friends ordered Ramen. They all seemed to enjoy their food. I felt that the waitress/bartender was excellent, especially since it seemed like she was the only one working? My cocktail was delicious and we enjoyed the time we spent here. read more

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This place is located next to the Bewitched statue. This place was subpar. Convenient for a bite to eat and use the restroom. I had fried chicken appetizer and it was decent. Daughter had pork ramen which she said it was good enough but kind of plain. Husband had chicken ramen and he really liked it. He ordered Cajun mussel seafood boil. He also liked this meal. For a cocktail, I ordered the sneaky lychee and liked it. It was strong enough to give me a buzz. I was ready to face the cold wind outside once we were done. read more

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When we saw this place had dumplings we were all in! We ordered crystal shrimp, crab cakes and scallion pancakes for apps. The waitress brought out shrimp gyoza and we ate it thinking it was the crystal shrimp. When she brought out the crystal shrimp I was so confused and she laughed at me like I was dumb. I definitely didn't order the gyoza but glad i did bc the crystal shrimp sucked. My kids both got ramen and it was by far the blandest ramen we have ever had. Its like they took ramen package noodles, canned broth and threw in chewy lobster and charged $30 my husband had chicken po'boy and it was just giant dry chicken tenders thrown on a bun. I don't think it even had sauce. I had chicken and pork sticky rice. The rice was kind of slimy and bland so i just ate the meat. I'd recommend cutting the menu in 1/2 and focusing on perfecting whats left. I think this place is trying to do way too much so taking a hit on quality. The menu was overwhelming read more

I stopped by this spot because it looked pretty big, I was craving some oysters, and it was just across from the Witches House. We went during October when Salem is super crowded. Luckily, the restaurant wasn't packed when we got there. We were seated right away, placed our orders, and the food came out fast. The food was okay, but nothing to write rave about. I'm taking off 2 stars because when the bill came is when I found out they automatically add a 20% tip during October. The food and service didn't really justify that kind of tip. read more

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Disgusting food. Cheap, watered down drinks. My friend got food poisoning. I don't know how they stay in business. read more

Randomly stopped here for lunch during our annual trip to Salem. Inside was a bit crowded so we decided to go with outside dinning, even though it was chilly outside. To drink I got the witches' brew. I was disappointed it was served in an ugly plastic cup, but got over it, because it was tasty and sour to my liking. We shared wings and spicy beef dumplings. The wings were fresh and had a nice crispy crunch to it. The dumplings were in a chili oil and could of been spicier but were still very tasty. The food came out quick and the waiter did a good job. I wouldn't mind coming here again. read more

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Why Ginger still includes Cajun for its subtitle when most of the Cajun dishes have been gutted since the last time I was here, was looking forward to ordering the Sausage Shrimp Gumbo? read more

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When I walked in I asked the hostess if this place was safe for a person with food allergies. She's was abrupt, rude and responded "Yes, yes, yes, yes, it's safe we have separate kitchen areas." A server came over and we told them about the food allergies. They said to not eat here. They said everything is shared in the kitchen. Their response " I rather your child be okay." Also for the month of October, 20% gratuity is added. We did order sushi for our other children. I think having a set required standard of 20% is not right. It should start at 15%. They charge you 20% for subpar food and terrible service. read more

We order bao and chicken wings. The plain wings were crispy and flavorful. I had the pork bao the bread was soft and the pork was seasoned beautifully. The onion rings were crunch and fresh served With ranch sauce. There is something for everyone here. Plenty of seating. Clean. The service was very slow service but there was only one server for inside and an outside seating. Parking is difficult. They do not have a parking lot. On street meter parking 25cents for 10 minutes.. A little pricey. I came here because I missed having bao. read more

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Avoid this place if possible, they literally use packaged noodles and pass it off as house made. Up charged on there horrible service and added a 20% gratuity for October . Our bill for 2 people for 2 bowls of " chicken noodles" two beers and chicken wings was 100 bucks ridiculous. read more

Ginger Cajun Seafood - Chinese Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

I was in Salem w/ my sis & her bf. We decided to eat here for a late lunch. There was a long wait for tables inside so I said let's sit outside. I thought the fire pit towers would be turned on but they weren't. It was too cold outside & we didnt want to wait b/c we were hungry. The waiter was ready to go. He was very attentive! I ordered a miso soup to warm up & California rolls. My sister ordered the spicy beef dumplings steamed & 2 alcoholic beverages. Her bf ordered chicken wings & 2 alcoholic beverages. We were keeping it light. I didn't want to be overstuffed walking. In Salem there's a lot of walking. Everyone tried each others dish (except the miso soup of course). The spicy beef dumplings were ok. They weren't even spicy & it was a little oily to my liking. The chicken wings were pretty good. I'm a flats kind of girl so I tried one. What's your fave flats or drums? lol. The chicken wings were extra crispy along w/ a juicy inside. My miso soup was ok it needed more seaweed. The sushi was alright,too. It was stacked up w/ avocado & crab meat. Yum! I can usually eat a sushi roll in one bite. I couldn't w/ these. Overall, nice spot! read more

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On my last day in Salem, I had a very bad headache with nausea so for dinner I wanted ramen or just a warm soup. Walked to Ginger which is just down the block from our hotel. I guess the food is so-so because there was not wait time, got seated right away. We ordered a chicken fried rice and a pork ramen. I enjoyed the warm broth but ramen tasted like packaged noodles. Fried rice was good tasting. Service was quick & friendly. We sat by the window so we got to people watch! We watched 3 ladies dressed as witches from Hocus Pocus taking photos with everyone. Ahhh, Salem miss you already! Ginger has a bit of flavor for everyone from Chinese food, Japanese food, Cajun food. If you want variety it is here at Ginger! read more

Ginger Cajun Seafood - Chicken fried rice - Chinese Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Last night I witnessed a bartender and a "manager" being incredibly rude to their customers. That was the most disrespectful service I've seen when a bartender is going back and forth with a paying customer especially when one of the customers were celebrating her birthday. Zero out of 10 don't recommend coming here. read more

Service was great! The food was delicious! The location was awesome. It can use some sprucing up but I would still recommend this restaurant. I loved the shumai and lobster. I walked out happy. read more

Ginger Cajun Seafood - Lobster Tail - Chinese Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

If I could leave 0 stars I would. First off we went here during October madness and it was a Sunday evening, the place was kinda empty. Should have been my first indication of the place not being good. Food was over priced and it felt like spiced up take out food. Not good at all. The server was not the friendliest, which isnt the most important part, but when I got the bill and they automatically added 18%. I asked the server to remove it, she said she cant, while I indicated what if I wanted to pay cash for a tip and shouldnt be forced to pay a automatic %. She took it off and demanded that we leave her the 17$. At this point I almost didnt want to leave her anything. Service wasnt worth the $$. I dont recommend this place at all. There are way too many good places to eat in Salem. read more

The place was surprisingly empty, but the food was delicious. I had a lobster boil bag with the old bay seasoning and my partner had sesame chicken. We were both very happy with our meals! read more

We had an extremely disappointing experience with our server/bartender. She ignored our table for most of the visit, did not refill drinks, and we had to repeatedly ask just to place an order and later to close out. When it came time to pay, she made a mistake on the bill and claimed she couldn't fix it. What's worse, after my friend's payment was processed, she printed a receipt and took it into the kitchen. My friend's bank notified her of the charge, and the total did not match the printed receipt. The server had added exactly 20% more to the charge without consent, essentially tipping herself and then denying knowledge of how it happened. This is dishonest and unacceptable behavior. We expect this to be addressed immediately. read more

Just had lunch with a friend. The food was good and the service was very good. Our server Chesh was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu. The apps were great and the singapore noodle dish was a little heavy on the curry but very tasty. overall good value. would revisit! read more

The challenge with Salem in October is trying to find a place to eat that doesn't have a line around the corner. So when this place had no lines I figured it was either a hidden gem, or there were no lines for good reason. This place needs to decide what it is. Is it a restaurant, is it a hip place for overpriced drinks or is it a sports bar? It's truly unclear. What is clear is that overall it specializes in generally bland food. I hope there is an understanding of preparation and even an attempt at presentation, the lack of flavor made me wonder if I was starting to come down with Covid. (For the record, no, I don't have Covid; the food is just that tasteless.) The two stars are for the polite and attentive wait staff, and the fact that the lack of a line made it quick and easy to get into on a rainy October afternoon. The ability to sit down for a meal is something ... just don't expect anything to write home about. read more

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It is the best place to eat on the Salem Main Street if you don't want to wait in line! There seems to be very limited seating inside, as we were directed outside even though it was raining and the heaters did not work. It was fairly cold the entire meal. Aside from facing the weather, the food service was quick and convenient! With many vegetarian-friendly options, this is definitely the place to stop if you need a quick meal that can cater to a diverse group! read more

Ginger Cajun Seafood - Tofu In Garlic Sauce - Chinese Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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The positives: Great service, good location, drinks were delish and food was wonderful. Looking out onto Salem and all the visitors was lovely. But, the food was way too expensive for what you got. If you don't mind spending too much, then I recommend. Again, great service, tasty food, great location. read more

Food has no flavor and small portions. Asked for a soda refill ands didn't tell me there is no refills so got charged twice. Would defiantly pass on this place unfortunately. read more

Small portions very expensive. While talking to the service, she proceeded to start gagging and ran away and never came back so we had to flag down another server terrible experience. They also charge you 20% gratitude with no other choice. read more

Ever since we landed in the North Shore, Ginger Seafood has been a favorite of ours. Pictured, you see the mine and my wife's favorites. The Singapore Noodle is a flavor bomb, and I go for that extra spicy kick. But hey, they'll dial it in to your taste. My wife's favorite is the Chicken Rice Noodle with no veggies. Don't let the "Cajun" their tagline fool you, it's not all about the heat. And then there's the Scorpion Bowl, dreamt up by one of the owners, Alice. It's a dangerously tasty concoction that'll keep you coming back for more. Now, let's dive into the Ginger experience as a whole. They're a favorite place in Salem for 3 reasons. 1. Its distinctiveness and unparalleled nature are notable features. The fusion of Asian and Cajun cuisines is an unexpected blend that is masterfully executed. The visual appeal of the food in the pics below is a true reflection of its exquisite taste. It's a culinary experience that is both visually stunning and unmatched in the North Shore area. 2. The ambiance offers a wide spectrum of possibilities. Whether it's a tranquil Monday evening spent with friends at a quiet back table, engaging in DnD sessions with beers on Thursdays, or embracing the vibrant energy of Friday and Saturday nights with top-tier Karaoke presented by Dynamic Dragon DJ, the range of experiences is impressive. If you know me, you'll remember I am a decades long karaoke veteran and enthusist. I'm picky with where I go and the folks at Dynamic Dragon are by far the best. Lastly, there is also Sunday Karaoke. I mention Sunday Karaoke seperately because it presents the opportunity to practice new karaoke numbers, and the opportunity to sing more than 3 or 4 times in an evening. It's a new feel for karaoke filled with the love and support you need. 3. And lastly, the service provided by Alice and Clint is nothing short of exceptional. From the moment you step through the door, their warm personalities creates an immediate sense of belonging. More than mere patrons, you are treated as friends. You can tell they care about *you. The remarkable service they extend adds a distinct dimension to the overall experience, ensuring a memorable and cherished visit. Unfortunately, this Salem gem often goes unnoticed by many locals. The location's reputation has been negatively affected by the former restaurant, Bistro 118. However, I wish to clarify that there is no affiliation whatsoever with Bistro. Ginger has entirely separate ownership. I highly recommend checking it out. I am confident you'll have a great experience. I mean come on...look at these pics. Stop waiting. Go. read more

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Horrible customer service, refused us service because of our party size being 7 and they had a karaoke band coming and only 2 on shift... tried again with a different family member and looked at us from inside and ignored to talk to us never experienced such a disrespectful attitude from service workers... read more

Everything was DELICIOUS! I had the vegetable lo mein and the spicy beef dumplings. Everything was packed full of flavor and cooked perfectly. Friends had sushi and ramen and raved about both. Service was friendly and fast. Definitely worth the visit if you're in or around Salem. read more

Ginger Cajun Seafood - Spicy Beef Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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We went in for drinks & a quick snack. The oysters, green dragon roll, shrimp lomein, & Sneaky Lychee drink were spectacular! The waitress was friendly & attentive. The restaurant & restrooms were clean & modern. read more

Ginger Cajun Seafood - Chinese Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Canadian here! Went to Salem for a friends trip! If you don't feel like reading, a brief summary is this: (Scroll down for my rating scale!) - Food 4/10 - Price 7/10 - Interior 7/10 - Service 2/10 The food was nothing crazy, but ok to eat -- the calamari was not great. My plate specifically was bland, it tasted as if the noodles were just barely seasoned. It was ok. The shrimp was very under seasoned, gave the impression it was just thrown at the end after being boiled. The biggest problem I had with this place was the staff. Although our waitress was nice, we had many difficulties with our her because of her English not being very strong. That being said, 2 of our friends had to leave early with their baby and paid with the waitress at the counter near the door. When it was time for the rest of us to pay, my friend got her sisters bill added on. We didn't know she paid at the entrance so my friend paid the bill she received. Later that night, my friend called her sister letting her know she forgot to pay. Her sister argued and said that their meals were paid for with cash before they left. We ended up going back before they closed and spoke to the waitress explaining the situation (we weren't upset at this point, simply looking for a refund on an easily explainable situation). We had to have the manager called because the waitress seemed to be confused and denied it. After the manager came, we struggled for another 20 minutes explaining what happened as he wasn't clearly understanding and when he did was questioning our waitress who seemed to be denying it again. (They spoke to each other in their native language.) This is where we began getting frustrated so we had to ask him to pull out the cash bills for the night as proof. Although my friend who paid credit wanted it refunded on card, she ended up receiving it cash as it seemed too complicated to get it back with the machine. This MAJOR inconvenience and left a sour taste in our mouth for the experience as a whole. Food doesn't have to be fantastic to have a good time. Our drinks were strong, we were in a another country, as friends, having fun as a group; this review would have gone much differently if it had not been for this incident. -- My Rating Scale : (As someone who isn't picky with food but brutally honest!) I do, however, have a high standard for quality of service. 10 - Perfect, 0 Complaints 9: Amazing 8: Great 7: Decent 6: Good 5: Average 4: Plain 3: Bad 2: Awful 1: Horrendous read more

Ginger Cajun Seafood - Shrimp LoMein - Chinese Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

The food was way overpriced and the quality was not as equal as the price. Lunch for 2 was almost $100.if you can find any other Asian food, better go somewhere else. read more

The best seafood boil and staff!!! We always have a great time especially on karaoke night!

I really wanted to like this place and had high hopes. I feel like it's only in business because its RIGHT in front of Historic Salem. The dim sum (har gow and shiu mai) were cool to warm, hardly any flavor and honestly tasted like it came from a frozen package. The rice noodles came out hot but lacked a lot of flavor. Service was fair. Atmosphere was good. Will not be coming back here :( read more

While the staff at the Ginger Cajun Seafood was terrific, I strongly suggest trying another restaurant! The food went from mediocre, Cajun fries and gumbo, to terrible, salmon special, and finally inedible, a rotten sweet potato fry. The salmon, at $28 for the plate, tasted more canned sardine than fresh salmon! The fish in the photo is as presented, just missing one filet. It was about a 1/4" thick and very fishy. The orange mas at the top of the plate was a very rotten sweet potato fry. read more

Ginger Cajun Seafood - Salmon Special - Chinese Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

This is officially the worst Asia restaurant I've been too, food is tasteless and service is with attitude. What we ordered: ramen, wantons, oysters , spring roll ( how can you f up oysters boggles my mind) read more

Great service, great food, good time! I am with a group of 6 people on Friday at 4pm! Service was good, and the menu is expansive. I got the crab cakes 8/10 and pork buns 8/10 and really enjoyed them. One person got the sesame chicken 9/10 and it was delicious. Another got the chicken fried rice, said he gave it a 6/10. Chicken hoy it 6/10. Sticky rice chicken dim sum 8.5/10. Ramen was about a 8/10. Great place overall! Would go again to try more items on the menu. We ate everything on our plates! read more

Cold calamari and the saddest ramen ever Literally just a ripped bok choy, 3 slivers of green onion, & greyish pork. It's not advertised but there is an extra fee for visiting in October to beware of and included 20% gratuity charge. This place is kept alive by tourists who don't know any better read more

Great place close to home for some delicious crab.Prices are too high though. Two clusters of snow crab should not be over 40$. If you want to sacrifice a nice setting for a better deal go to king crab on route one! Or just to Rhode Island in general. Ginger you're great but at least do a deal once a week! Also: allow us to combine all our sauces!! read more

THIS PLACE IS HORRENDOUS. first of all, our waiter thought we were annoying by asking simple questions about the menu. second of all, they never came to the table. third of all, the food came out in less than 10 minutes. RED FLAG!!! my chicken was not cooked all the way. if i leave here and i have food poising or fucking SALMONELLA, i'm suing this place. if you're in salem and see this place, do not come here. there's a reason why this place doesn't have a line out the door. i ordered sesame chicken and white rice (which i had to pay for SEPARATELY???) and only maybe 6 pieces of chicken were on my plate. mind you this meal was THIRTY DOLLARS. i can get something better at a chinese spot by my house back in new fucking jersey. FOR MAYBE 10 DOLLARS!!!!!! DO. NOT. COME. HERE. edit: also how can i forget that we were going to order calamari and the waiter said "nah don't get that, it's not even good. people don't even touch it when they get it" HELLO??? read more

I went here to show my brother's new girlfriend Salem. This was the place with the shortest line. It became rapidly apparent why there was. My brother's girlfriend's shrimp entree was raw. The dumplings we ordered for apps were cold, and the sauce was bland. My brother's ramen was tasteless - on par with instant ramen with a bit of shrimp thrown in. I ordered a spicy seafood bag, and the waitress gave me a mild one. Some of the crawfish was undercooked. We waited half an hour for our check. To top it all off, there was an unannounced 20% service charge onto our bill. Just an absolute disaster all-around. read more

We came in for a quick snack as a group of 6. The restaurant was completely empty. Yet we received the slowest service. The waitress didn't check back on us at all. We waited over 30 minutes for the check while the waitress was in the back. We had to ask the bartender to pay us out since we didn't see her again. They added on a 20% tip since we were a "bigger" party. I would've left nothing if possible. Something big to note, as we were leaving someone in our party went to the bathroom as the same time as our waitress and she didn't wash her hands. Just straight up walked out of the bathroom. The food wasn't even close to being worth how slow the service is. read more

We were there around 4pm and I thought it would have been busier, we didn't check the review now I know why. The Ramen was bland. There was at least five staff members standing around which was five too many for the bathroom to not be clean and have no hand soap. Yes it's a busy time of yeah for them, but if your staff is not doing anything that's not an excuse. read more