This restaurant was recommended to us from Naomi at Strewn Winery. We asked if there was a dress code as we were underdressed due to the fact we had just spent the day packing for our camping trip and driving to Canada. She assured us not to worry as the owners are very kind and it was a place you could dress up but accept casual wear as well. So off we went. Pulling in we saw it was a restaurant attached to the Orchid Hotel. And old but beautiful looking home converted to a hotel/restaurant. Once inside I saw white linen table cloths with nice stem ware and crisp white napkins and silverware. I looked at my sister and said I think we are underdressed lol. It was a Thursday around 5 pm, no reservation but it wasn't super busy yet so we were immediately seated. The host was kind, and put two tables together for our party of 5. The menu was simple which I liked. We ordered appetizers to start, the spring rolls and the crab cakes. I apologize for not taking pictures, I was tired and forgot so I'll just say they were delicious. Sidenote: I don't like seafood but one taste of the crab cake and I could have eaten both cakes myself! So very good! For the main course I ordered the Thai chicken coconut curry which had a side of rice. My hubby ordered the salmon with rice and vegetables. From the first bite we both let out yummy noises. We each took a bite of each other's food and I can say the salmon was absolutely delicious as was my curry dish. The portion sizes were great. We were both so full. My brother in law got the lamb-it looked like it was cooked perfectly and he said it was delicious. My sister got the fish and chips-it came with a couple different sauces but all she wanted was tartar sauce and ketchup. She didn't ask if they had any because she didn't want to offend the chef lol. My niece got a beautiful big salad and enjoyed it but neither enjoyed their pics as much as us other 3 did lol. The host was engaging, he explained that it's a family run business for the last 37 yrs and the last 15 years he and his brother and mother have been running it alone. His mom runs the hotel and he and his brother run the restaurant. I recommend eating here if you're ever in the area. read more

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This restaurant is small, like 8 tables. The food was interesting, made fresh and every sauce was perfect. I think it is family run as the mom was in and out of the kitchen and the waiter look related. The service was great, food was plentiful and unique, but make a reservation or you'll be sorry! read more

Ginger Restaurant - Ice wine! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Niagara-On-the-Lake, Ontario

I went there with some girlfriends last night. The food was delicious and the service was top notch. I got Japanese Fish and chips which were light and scrumptious and a coconut curry soup. The server even called our shuttle for us and kept a lookout for when they arrived. Will definitely return when we visit again. read more

The menu melts the different cultures of the Asian continent into a stereotype on a plate. Just because one ingredient from a specific country is added to a Western dish with Western execution, does not make it fusion. This only comes across as lazy, ignorant, and disrespectful of the culture that it is attempting to represent. read more

There's a reason Ginger has been around for so long...the food and service are excellent! We ordered the spring rolls, schnitzel and crispy chicken. All were presented very nicely with global inspiration. While I'll admit the interiors are a bit dated, it doesn't take away from how lovely the staff are and how delicious our dinner was. We'll definitely try it again! read more

Ginger Restaurant - Schnitzel and spring rolls - Asian Fusion Near Me - Niagara-On-the-Lake, Ontario

A gem of a restaurant for sure. My husband and I had the braised lamb and crispy chicken and all I can say is - oh my goodness. Service and atmosphere was excellent. read more

Some of the best food we enjoyed in Niagara-on-the-Lake came from this restaurant! Ginger is actually part of the Orchid Inn, but there were many people who just came here for dining and we were glad to have gotten a last minute reservation. Because it was such a nice day, we opted to eat outside at one of their covered tables. They've done a nice job of converting part of the parking lot to accommodate those who feel safer outside, or to just enjoy the weather! I really enjoyed that they had mostly wine from the area. It is a sad statement that most of the restaurants in NOTL do NOT feature local wines! Our excellent and super-nice hostess Cindy told us that these restaurants feel their American customers prefer California and European wines. However, we opted for a Big Head Bigger Red Select bottle that was perfect with our fantastic meals! The table of four of us enjoyed a Ginger Spring Rolls starter that was perfectly fried crisp, but with no excess oil. Then the fun began! Two of us got the Beef Ribs, which were the best short ribs we had in a long time. My wife had the Coconut Curry Chicken, which was excellent, with a bowl of perfect jasmine rice- sticky without being overcooked! I was also tempted by the third dish, delicious lamb shank that fell off the bone! Our server was Seth, an extremely friendly and professional young man, who answered our many questions about the menu. As we paid the bill, Cindy mentioned Seth was one of her sons, the other was the chef in the kitchen. Covid had challenged the family operation, so Seth was also the prep chef! We could feel the passion they had in providing such a relaxing, warm, and tasty dining experience! Of all the places we ate, Ginger had the best combination of service, food, passion, and value for money! read more

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My new favorite restaurant in NOTL. The service was very attentive and the food was amazing. We will definitely be back!

It was a chilly, windy evening and covid restricted all dining to patios so we ordered takeout. The woman owner who greeted us was very cheerful regardless that there was no one eating in due to the weather. As we waited she brought us complimentary green tea to stay warm, what a wonderful gesture. It seems we were the start to a late dinner rush since several couples arrived shortly after us. The food was great: the tomato gazpacho was delicious and the fall-off-the-bone Korean ribs were outstanding especially with the dipping sauce. The chicken curry had an excellent sauce and I think I would order it with just veggies next time since the chicken was a little overcooked and, in my opinion, probably not needed. The spring rolls were light, not greasy, and a nice appetizer. I recommend this restaurant and I will return. read more

Excellent, attentive table service, great tasting and somewhat unique dishes, and perfect setting for dinner conversations - so many others are too noisy to enjoy the company. Reservations definitely recommend. read more

For our first night in Niagara-on-the-Lake, we decided to make things simple and since people were arriving at differing times, our party of fourteen ordered take-out from Ginger. This review is only based upon the food, not restaurant service or atmosphere. While Ginger does take-out, they do not deliver the food, so upon picking it up, everything was ready and the people I interacted with were kind, although the bill was extravagant. It came out to about $30/person (including four under five year olds). The up side was that since we had such a large order, I was able to sample a great deal of dishes including: Ginger's Spring Rolls, Soba Noodle Salad, Lemon Chicken, Grilled Korean Short Ribs, Thai Style Coconut Curry (with shrimp and chicken), Grilled Pork Loin and the Vegetable Stack. We also requested a chili paste to accompany our meal and the chef brought out something he'd made that day with a spiciness warning (I have a strong spice tolerance, but this "spicy" sauce was NOT spicy at all). The meal as a whole was "A-OK". The Spring Rolls and Soba Noodle Salad were disappointing in flavor. The Lemon Chicken, Thai Style Coconut Curry were flavorful, but nothing that you haven't tasted before. However, I did prefer the shrimp over the chicken for the coconut curry. As for the Korean Short Ribs, they were very flavorful but the meat was too tough. The Grilled Pork Loin was my favorite item from the menu, I would recommend and order that dish again. Ginger was great accommodating a large take-out meal and having things ready on time. However, overall, for the portion size and flavor of the meal as a whole, the price tag doesn't add up for me. I can't say I'd recommend visiting Ginger Restaurant and wouldn't rush back in the future. read more

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I had the prix fixe and it was the best meal that I've had in six months. The Thai chicken soup was creamy and perfectly spiced for a cold night. When the duck arrived as a main, I had to put down my book to enjoy it properly. It was perfectly balanced. A slightly sweet glaze that hit you just after the flavour of meat had melted away. Each of the side vegetables were perfectly cooked... even the sprouts. The dessert was perfectly done: a simple Crete brûlée. The service was professional and attentive, but not overbearing. I was concerned a bit about the price for the fixed menu, but it was definitely worth every penny. I look forward to returning to try their regular menu. Highly recommended: the chef is a rare talent. read more

Ginger Restaurant - Roast duck breast. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Niagara-On-the-Lake, Ontario

This is an amazing restaurant! My sister and I ate here and we both loved the food. She had the spring rolls followed by the chicken curry. Both were excellent. I had a salad followed by the salmon. The salmon was the best I have ever had! The service was attentive and friendly. We would definitely return here to try more of their amazing dishes! read more

Delicious restaurant with excellent service located in an inn. This place was pretty easy to get a table at after 8pm. Ordered the calamari salad, duck confit and creme brulee. Would definitely go back again! read more

The quality is there in this restaurant. I order the vegetable stack. Wonderful. My friends order the coconut curry. One order chicken and the other Shrimp. The best quality shrimp my friend has ever had. You will not be disappointed if you come to this restaurant. read more

Not typically a fan of Asian fusion restaurants but I thought that Ginger did a good job with balancing the two styles together. The menu is limited which would suggest what is on the menu is very good. That assumption checked out well. We had the Tilapia and the Lamb Shank. The Tilapia dish served on rice was spicy but very well balanced. The taste of the fish, spice, and sweetness of the sauce were all present and harmoniously dancing in my mouth. The lamb shank was huge and absolutely tender. Slow cooked in sake, soy , and sapporro that thing packed a lot of flavor for such a huge slab of meat. I enjoyed that lamb dish better than I enjoyed lamb at Fogo de Chao! I think I liked this place because it was Western cuisine with cues of Asian influence rather than Asian cuisine tailored to the western taste. Makes a difference! read more

We had an excellent meal at Ginger Restaurant (August, 2011). Food was served hot, was delicious, and nicely presented. Service was attentive. We had no complaints about any item. Nice wine by the glass. It is quite a few blocks away from the main streets in NOTL, which was a disadvantage to us since we walked----not a problem if you have a car. We recommend this restaurant, especially if you like asian fusion dishes. read more

This was Asian fusion food done fairly well. We tried the Chicken Supreme and Thai curry. Good curry, and well favoured tender chicken breast. Service was good too. read more

We got the at 5p.m. when they opened and they had entirely empty restaurant and turned us away because we had 4 small children. I guess it went against atmosphere they wanted to have. read more

Ginger Restaurant - Look for this place so you know what to avoid. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Niagara-On-the-Lake, Ontario

Had a fabulous meal at Ginger last nite. Hubby and I shared the short rib app and it was perfect! We ordered lemon chicken and AAA steak - and we're both thrilled with our meals! We always share - so I can say that the chicken was soooo tasty, the steak was a perfect med-rare. Everything was seasoned so nicely. Veggies, rice and fries were also great. Service was really nice. And portions were perfect for appetizer and for dinner. We shared creme brûlée and it was a perfect topper ! Great get-away weekend dinner, read more

My wife had the Thai Curry chicken and I had the AAA Steak done medium rare to perfection. It was accompanied by spinach and seasoned fries. The service was great, as was the atmosphere. It was a great dining experience! We will return. read more

My boyfriend and I came here while we were spending a nice getaway weekend in NOTL. Everything was fantastic. We started with the duck lollipops, they were so good that my boyfriend was tempted to come back for dinner again the next night so we could just get several orders of those for dinner. For our main courses I had the coconut curry and he had the Yakisoba grilled salmon. Both were deliciously flavorful and the portions were good sizes. He is normally not a fan of Asian fusion (he's a total food purist) but he was delightfully surprised by how well the bacon noodles enhanced the dish (then again, when does bacon not help a dish??). The service was also friendly and attentive, highly recommend!! read more

My husband and I took a day trip to NOTL and found some great reviews online for Ginger Restaurant. Located inside the Orchid Inn the restaurant was nice and quaint. We started the night with mussels which were deliciously made in a lemongrass/cilantro/coconut milk broth. My entree was the duck ravioli. Though it tasted pretty good the portion size was underwhelming. To be honest the duck ravioli in the clear broth reminded me of wonton soup which I haven't decided is a good thing or a bad thing. My husband had the Thai coconut curry with shrimp. Again the portion size was slightly small but the food tasted great and the shrimp was noticably fresh. I left the restaurant still feeling hungry but overall, the food tasted great, the service was great but it was slightly pricey for the portion size. read more

With the reviews being so good i was expecting so much more from this place. We oredered both a steak and there famous red curry bowl. For a 24 dollar bowl, i must admit i have had better for 12 dollars at other smaller thai resteraunts that specialize in take out. My girlfriend ordered the steak, admittingly she ordered it medium, but it came out far from tender, albeit a very tasty five spice sauce which i beleive is vietnamese. Over all a very unimpressive meal and a unimpressive atmosphere. I would not advise it while in niagra on the lake... But the frys were great! read more

Amazing food. Highly recommend the duck and for desert the crème brulé. But the food is very good in general. Great area right near this little town. The portions are great. Love the place. Just love it. read more

Outstanding meal and incredible service. The crab cakes and salmon were delicious. Highly recommend if you're looking for something different when visiting Niagara-on-the-lake. read more

attentive service. the water glasses were super tiny, but they were very good about continually keeping them filled. I was a little upset that a dish I saw on the menu that day online wasn't available, but they have since removed it from the menu. We started with the spring rolls which were very good. I had the Thai coconut curry chicken with rice and Chris had the Teriyaki Grilled Shrimp with veggies and rice. Both dishes were well made and tasted great. We are used to great Asian and Thai food and this held up to our expectations. read more

Wonderful dinner with my husband and mother and father in law. Myself and my mother in law had the curry dish. It was not overly spicy but had great flavor. My husband and father in law had the fish. Both were well prepared and very good. Service was great. read more

Went to Ginger last month before going to see a play at Shaw. I thought it was an Asian restaurant from the reviews. service was very good but the food was ordinary.......my friend ordered the steak medium and it was well done. As time was short, she told the waiter but there was not time to get a new one....they were very nice in discounting her wine. I order the chicken and it was good, albeit a very small portion (I am not a big eater) which was not filling. Surroundings were lovely, but probably will not go back...too bad read more

In a word - fantastic! Don't miss out on an opportunity to enjoy a professionally prepared and presented meal along with excellent service. You won't be disappointed - it's well worth every penny. read more

The Thai curry with shrimp was excellent. The carrot ginger soup superb. We highly recommend!

Niagara-on-the-lake is a lovely town and the Ginger Restaurant is an attractive choice with very good service. We enjoyed the food but it is definitely not a very good place to bring the kids. Just about the only thing that appealed to them on the menu was the Spring Rolls and even then they found the sauce to be too spicy. Nice choice just for the adults, though. read more

I have one thing to say about this place- FANTASTIC! And only because there's no good food in town. Go!

Prix fixe night, so the menu was small. But full of great choices. Spring rolls and short ribs in a Korean sauce with mild kimchee potato salad. Enjoyed it thoroughly. read more

Simply excelent. We had the AAA Steak and the Pork Loin. Both very tasteful, well presented. Great service. Everything upscale but the prices. Definitely one of those special places that you will remember. A+ read more

Seven of us went for the November 2914 Fabulicious. I started with the cabbage rolls which were a great play on an old dish. Small and tasty, just right for a starter. My main was the short ribs in a rich sauce served over halved baby potatoes with green beans. Excellent! For dessert I had the mango panna cotta, a lovely end to the meal. With a glass of wine, coffee and taxes, about $50/head. The service is always good. read more

Recently had a girls weekend at NOTL and decided to go to Ginger for a meal based on reviews I read online. This place was absolutely fantastic! The food was delicious and very well priced for how great it was, and the service was even better! Family owned and operated they really show how much they care about the quality they put forth. I strongly suggest taking time to visit Ginger! No doubt you will enjoy :) read more