Ginger 2
Peking duck, xiao long bao, and sushi in Cupecoy's Rhine Road corridor.
Why Go
Ginger 2 on Rhine Road in Cupecoy is the second location from the Ginger Sushi family, and it has evolved beyond its sushi-bar origins into something more ambitious. Peking duck, xiao long bao (Shanghai soup dumplings), and handmade noodles join the sushi menu — a combination of fine Chinese cooking and Japanese craft that creates one of the most interesting Asian menus on the Dutch side.
The Experience
Rhine Road at 30B in Cupecoy positions Ginger 2 near Porto Cupecoy and the growing residential-resort community that makes the western Dutch side increasingly vibrant. The menu's standout items signal genuine Chinese culinary skill: Peking duck requires specialized preparation — scoring, air-drying, and roasting until the skin crisps to mahogany perfection. Xiao long bao (soup dumplings) demand the hand-folding technique that separates serious Chinese kitchens from those that rely on frozen products. Handmade noodles demonstrate the same commitment to from-scratch cooking. The sushi side of the menu maintains the Ginger brand's sushi-bar identity, covering rolls, nigiri, and sashimi with fresh ingredients. At $$, the pricing is remarkably accessible for a kitchen producing Peking duck and handmade dumplings. The Cupecoy location gives this restaurant a built-in audience of discerning villa and condo residents who appreciate quality without having to drive to Maho or Simpson Bay.
What to Try
Peking duck is the headline — order it with the traditional accompaniments (pancakes, scallions, hoisin sauce) for the full experience. Xiao long bao is the test of any Chinese kitchen's skill — the soup inside should be hot and flavorful, the skin thin but intact. Follow with sushi rolls for the complete Ginger 2 experience.
Insider Tip
Rhine Road in Cupecoy is near the Porto Cupecoy plaza. Peking duck may require advance ordering — call ahead to check availability and preparation time. The xiao long bao may be limited in quantity, so order early. Ginger 2 is an evolution from the original Ginger Sushi at Paradise Mall — if you enjoyed one, try the other.
The Practical Stuff
Location: 30B, 66 Rhine Road, Cupecoy, Dutch side. Price range: $$. Hours: check locally. Payment: US dollars, cards accepted.
Pair It With
- Porto Cupecoy Guide — Stay at Porto Cupecoy and walk to Ginger 2 for Peking duck
- SXM Scooters — Rent an e-scooter in Cupecoy, then stop at Ginger 2 for dinner