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!

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 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.

Special occasion. 80th birthday. Food was brilliant. Staff wonderful. We have never had a bad night at Gingerboy ... or even an average night. It is always brilliant.

The food was okay but as Asian flavour fans, we were a bit disappointed nothing 'wowed ' us. We went early, 6.30pm Saturday night, expecting it to be quiet, but there was a significant pre show element as it is near a theatre, so it was full. As there are many tables, that means crowded and busy busy. We prefer a tad quieter and less squashy. The best part was the service, which was attentive and thoughtful, definitely above average. The offer to create a banquet with your tastes in mind, is a great idea.