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Blue Ginger


3.5 of 5 stars 101 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Asian, Eclectic, International, Pacific Rim
  • Neighborhood: Metro West
  • 583 Washington St, Wellesley, MA 02482-6411
  • (781) 283-5790
  • Price range: €28-55 ($41-$80)

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2 of 5 stars
NHTraveler03062   1 contribution
Nashua, NH
Dec 29, 2009

I was expecting the food to taste especially "fresh" given what I have seen of Ming on TV. Everything was over salted!!!! We don't eat out as much because we are trying to be more health conscious and have found that most restaurants rely too much on butter and salt for taste. I selected Blue Ginger as a birthday treat... more

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4 of 5 stars
Happyw0rldtraveler   44 contributions
Portland, Maine
Nov 23, 2009
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OK, even after making a phone reservation three weeks in advance, we were asked to wait at the bar for a table and then shown the farthest table in the back room in a corner. We (three of us) were not happy after a long drive from Portland. The service started poorly, and we were given the "someone will be... more

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4 of 5 stars
adrosenb   63 contributions
Nov 12, 2009

Yum. Very good food here. more

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3 of 5 stars
trufflecat   20 contributions
Boston, MA
Oct 12, 2009

This restaurant has had so much hype, I guess it couldn't fail to disappoint. Yes the food is interesting and tasty, in fact above average, but not worth a) the price tag and b) the trip to the middle of nowhere, er , sorry Wellesley. Be prepared to drink water non-stop for the next 2 days. This is not elegant... more

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5 of 5 stars
Edgingin   23 contributions
Waban, Massachusetts
Oct 8, 2009

Even the commonplace somehow tastes amazing. We had a caprese salad - very basic - truly outstanding. The bar's tapas-style menu is inventive and the bar seating offers some pretty interesting people-watching. Can't wait to go back . more

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1 of 5 stars
GLSHMa   1 contribution
MA
Jul 22, 2009

The dish was Scallops in a Polynesian sauce with mixed vegetables. The sauce reminded me of a less-tasty version of French's Mustard. Thank god the portions were small so that I could suffer it down with water and not alert my dinner host (who had been looking forward to coming here). If I hadn't been an invited guest, I would... more

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5 of 5 stars
BeantownBriggs   16 contributions
Wellesley, Massachusetts
May 18, 2009

This place lives up to the hype, and was very friendly. We rolled in on a Saturday night, no reservations, expecting a huge wait. Yes, there was a wait, but we found 2 seats at the bar, and the very helpful bartender explained some of the specialty drinks. The Gimlet (forget exactly what it was called) with the homemade ginger... more

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2 of 5 stars
masulliv   11 contributions
Boston, MA
May 1, 2009

Hmm, The Blue Ginger..upon entry, the vestibule needed vacuuming, and it's spring now, there were dead leaves there. Had an appetizer of calamari, which did not seem freshly cooked. Prices are ridiculously high for the venue, it's just not that good. Paper tabletop covers over linens, what is that all about? More of a luncheon thing in my opinion. Busboys... more

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4 of 5 stars
usmcbmc   1 contribution
Chicago IL
Apr 17, 2009

Dined here in early March and we were wowed. We all thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The waitstaff were prompt and considerate in their service and timing, Chef Ming and his staff were gracious and the suroundings were delightful. Couldn't have asked for a nicer experience. We've dined at some of the best restaurants in the Chicagoland area and been less... more

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2 of 5 stars
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Mar 29, 2009

Great in concept, poorly executed more

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Blue Ginger Address

583 Washington St, Wellesley, MA 02482-6411
Tel: (781) 283-5790
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.