Gingerboy - Melbourne

Food is great I have been here 6 or 7 times now when I’m in Melbourne. Not a huge fan of the beer selection, but otherwise everything is great! read more Food is great I have been here 6 or 7 times now when I’m in Melbourne. Not a huge fan of the beer selection, but otherwise everything is great!

Bold tastes and attentive service always make this a great dining experience read more Bold tastes and attentive service always make this a great dining experience

I've NEVER left a bad review, but the other day at Gingerboy it was a disaster. Reserved a table via Open Table for a birthday occasion. When we showed up, was... read more I've NEVER left a bad review, but the other day at Gingerboy it was a disaster. Reserved a table via Open Table for a birthday occasion. When we showed up, was told that no booking existed (even though I had email and mobile confirmations because the system doesn't link with the restaurant. Waited 30 mins, finally they placed us upstairs but the top floor had total lack of service and managed by the most slow paced downbeat bartender (perhaps the lack of staff upstairs forcing him to serve is making him hate his job? Worst menu explanation too, sounded almost like he has never dined in the restaurant. Guests were getting annoyed with the attitude and no service, we complained and luckily was able to be moved downstairs with the other diners. From then on the night was fine and the staff a LOT nicer, attentive and gasps actually smiling! Almost ruined a special occasion. Gingerboy, what happened? You used to be on my list for top Melbourne restaurants. If the online booking system doesn't work, then don't use it. If your staff needs support, re evaluate your capacity. Highly highly disappointed. Will definitely not visit anymore, especially not for special occasions.

We had the GB’s Adventure, set menu option. Each dish was fantastic and presented beautifully. Amazing flavours in each course. The staff were very friendly and... read more We had the GB’s Adventure, set menu option. Each dish was fantastic and presented beautifully. Amazing flavours in each course. The staff were very friendly and engaging. I highly recommend this restaurant and think it was really reasonably priced too.

Absolutely love how consistent the food is, always super delicious and great flavors! I came here for my birthday at the end of last year and absolutely loved t... read more Absolutely love how consistent the food is, always super delicious and great flavors! I came here for my birthday at the end of last year and absolutely loved the spring rolls I think I could probably eat 100 of them! Also the panna cotta is one of the best I’ve ever had can’t wait to come back soon :