Ginger Cafe

398 W El Camino Real #114, Sunnyvale - 94087
204 reviews
Chinese Asian Fusion
(408) 736-2828

I prefer to support the little guys and independently owned places.The service was spectacular and the lack of stars in NO way reflects on the staff. However, I draw the line at watering down alcohol and skimping on the ingredients in the food.I had ordered an Old Fashioned and was shocked at how it tasted, so I asked for a Maker's Mark neat to be absolutely sure. FYI when you mix bourbon with water you can visibly see it.My orange beef had no chilies and no tangerine peel and tasted like peanuts.I feel awful writing this review but it needs to be said.

We came in to try the foods because of its great tv commercial. But we were disappointed…(+) NICE simple interior decorations.(+) NICE dish platings n presentations.(+) NICE services.(-) sweet sour soup contains WAY TOO MUCH white peppers!(-) Dim Sums n Pork Steamed Buns are hardly warm enough to serve n some taste plain.(-) Crispy Skin Half Chicken is TOO DRY, stale n flavorless!(-) plain white rice tastes stale n mushy.(-) not an authentic Chinese cuisine.

Delicious! Thank you for good service! ?

Nice decor, bright, window seats. Very friendly and attaintive service staff. Brought our appetizers first and then the main courses later, well timed. The dishes were all a bit above average, freshly made. Liked the soft shell crab roll, refreshing. The tofu veg was good, but a bit on the salty side. The dim sum samplers were ok.

Food was served an hour after we arrived. Even the appetizers were an hour late. There were very few other people at the time and those who came after us got their order served before us. The waitress mostly ignored us. Gave me ice water even though I specifically asked for water with no ice. Twice she brought us the wrong food order. I had to inquire about our order multiple times. Our food finally arrived just as we were about to leave after an hour of waiting. I just forced myself to eat it since I was hungry. But the food hardly had any taste. It was either too oily or too salty. We asked - thrice - for a box to pack some of the leftovers but our request kept getting ignored. The place was mostly empty with very few other customers. The only thing that came to us on time was the check/bill. This is an expensive place for poor service and bland food.

Came in a little late, they only had 30 minutes before closing. The staff was so kind and welcomed us in and didn't make us feel rushed at all.The restaurant was super clean and fresh feeling.The food came out pretty fast, it was fresh and delicious. Loved that the wonton soup was chicken (so many places are pork and I don't eat pork). The dumplings were mouth watering and the custard buns were so good that we brought extra home.The server let us know when the kitchen was closing and offered us to order anything else before. He has a conversation with us and was very friendly.Will definitely be coming back and I highly recommend.

Service is always excellent. Usually can be seated right away. The dining area consists of a large circular room with a tall ceiling and tall windows. Very unique and pleasant. I like their Crispy Tofu, and their Kung Pao Chicken. Full bar, good beer and wine selections.

Great style and authentic taste! Definitely will come back!

Great style and authentic taste! Definitely will come back!

Great food and great service. Glad to have found this place. Will be back.