Ginger

I'm tired of writing the same review, but this is another example of an Anchorage restaurant that opened years ago with a bang and has done nothing since to improve, meaning they've actually slid backward. Our server was a bit awkward. It would have been fine, but he talked a LOT, always overstaying his welcome. Pineapple mocktail was fabulous. Spicy tuna app was pretty good but not the least bit spicy. Fries were meh. Burger was salty AF, I spit out the second bite. Banana dessert tasted nice but the dough was wet and too chewy. Won't ever return.

Dinner Review aka a search for Sunday night fancy food . I understand why so many places take Sunday and Monday off, but for folks with off set schedules - finding a nicer place to eat out can be a challenge when it's not Friday or Saturday. Often recommend here for a celebration meal. ginger came through as expected. Amazingly consistent after 17 years. We had a 6pm reservation but it was not needed. They could have taken a walk-in party easily through 8pm. Service was fast. Bar was busier than restaurant. What we had: SHARED Pomme Frites - sharable portion, came hot and crispy and stayed that way to the bottom of the cone. These are worth the trip alone. Have frites and drinks for a complete experience. (Not pictured, standard fry shape, served in a cone) Eggrolls- also very hot (I can't stand food that has obviously sat under a warmer) beware of grease that may burn, good dipping sauce, packed with meat (half a roll hiding in back of my salad) HIM Fried Chicken- best dish of the night, chickpea flour is a unique coating, big chicken chunks, spicey sauce (make your lips a little poofy spicey, not eyes watering spicey). Husband would have preferred it be dark meat, but still loved it. ME Banana lemon grass soup with crab and eggplant. Yup it sounds weird. Yup it's always tasty. I got the bowl but took half home (appetizers were filling). VERY light on crab and you need to enjoy eating long strands of grass. I'm fine with both as the overall dish is well constructed. Strawberry salad- I enjoy butter lettuce but it's a softer leaf that got drowned by the dressing when mixed up. I'd get all dressing on the side next time. Nuts and strawberries were excellent. Not sure where they found ripe berries in March but yum! Dessert- matcha creme brulee. Shell has more than the classic crunch so be prepared for shards of sugar. Custard was very thick and great green tea flavor, sweet not grassy. More tasty strawberries. It's a lot for one person but I'm a trooper. Husband opted for a Spanish coffee instead which is so fantastically complex and a great dessert drink. Beverages- Cosmo- light pour great for a DD, not great as a cocktail (pictured) Vieux carre- complex new Orleans style cocktail. Get it if you like strong stuff (pictured) Pineapple shrub mocktail (not pictured). Stupid good flavor. House made shrub. Classic martini (not pictured)- served in a vintage round glass not an 80s v shape which is fun. Gin is gin. ‍♀️

I had the General Ts'anders and it was delicious. I love a good fusion restaurant and Ginger nails it. Service was great as well, lovely staff who answer any questions you may have.

Heard from a friend that this is worth the drive from Girdwood to try out. The drinks were good and the food was tasty. However, one of the bartenders I found to be very unprofessional. My friend ordered an espresso martini. He replied back, “Which one when have so many.” We didn’t see it on the menu handed to use. After saying that he then proceeded to say it’s on the dessert menu. He didn’t give us a dessert menu. I even googled it. The dessert menu is not on their website either. The whole transaction was like he was speaking in riddles. They had three options for espresso martinis after asking for the menu we could order from. He could have just explained that. He charged us for the wrong drinks, fixed that mistake and then handed me back someone else’s bill and not my card. I had to flag down another bartender. I’m giving this a generous 4 stars because that is not everyone’s experience here. Sure is it foolish to complain about espresso martinis online, but after working a double and driving 30 miles it’s not enjoyable to order from someone who is rude for no reason.

Fun night out with friends, close location to theater

This is the third time I've visited, and each has been overall a great experience. I have several major dietary restrictions, and I've always been really happy with the variety of options I've had! This most recent time I had the fried chicken, and it was quite tasty. Great atmosphere for a formal work dinner!

I had amazing service at the bar. Amanda was kind and quick! I was in town for a solo trip and am so glad I checked this place out. I wanted to grab dinner before sundown, so I arrived around 5:40 and there wasn’t a crowd. As I left (close to 6:30), the crowds rolled in. Glad I went early! The poke bowl was possibly the best I’ve ever had. If I ever go back to Anchorage, I will be back!

My last night in Alaska-- Ginger's is where my family met for cocktails and hordurves. The drinks and food were excellent. Furthermore, the atmosphere was memorable. If you are ever downtown in Anchorage I highly recommend Gingers.