Wild Ginger
Seattle, WA 98101-2105
Phone: (206) 623-4450
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Union Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Pan Asian Food 2005, Pan Asian Food 2004
- Hours:
- Mon-Thur 11:30am-3pm, 5pm-11pm, Fri 11:30am-3pm, 5pm-12am, Sat 11:30am-3pm, 4:30pm-12am, Sun 4pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Wild Ginger – by Citysearch Editors
The Scene
Everyone--from hotel doormen to longtime locals--considers this the definitive Seattle restaurant. Walls of windows and plenty of space between tables create an open-air feeling, while oversize wicker chairs keep folks comfortably settled for a long meal. Servers are often too busy to be especially helpful, but most can offer clear menu guidance if necessary.
The Food
Park at the famous Satay Bar and watch as chefs take turns racing plump scallops over hot coals or charring bite-size hunks of marinated boar for a dip in sweet pineapple-peanut sauce. For the money, stools at the Satay are the best in the house. Soups should not be missed. Best are the tangy, layered hot-and-sour soup with mint, and laksa, a coconut-based bouillabaisse buoying tender chunks of scallops and seafood. Among the entrees, the fragrant duck is the house specialty, though daily specials--like mango-braised pork--can be better bets.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitWant a little privacy? Take your date upstairs: A small, candlelit lounge with big, cozy wicker chairs awaits.
When to GoStop in for a late-night bite after a concert at Benaroya Hall.
User Reviews for Wild Ginger
04/09/2008 Posted by wseattlek
We had a large dinner for my work here in the private rooms. Every single dish I tried on our group dining menu was great. The service was fantastic. I also love the decor and bar in this restaurant. Good service and not too pushy...they are well trained. A little on the expensive side for Thai, but worth it for the quality of food. I have been to Thailand and this is on par with food I had there! I have also heard good things about their happy hour. Lots of parking nearby as well.
Pros: Great authentic Thai food, good service
Cons: A little crowded and loud on the weekends
01/17/2008 Posted by jayg32
Unless you look like Donald Trump and have his money, this is not the place for you! Unless you are dressed to the nines you won't get seated even with a reservation which they claimed we never made! The food was good but too pricey! Parking in downtown Seattle is a nightmare so avoid if possible!!!!!!!!!
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
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