JINYA Ramen Bar - Kennesaw

This place is a hidden gem ... Food is so good... The Staff are just wonderful!!! The prices are reasonable !!! Just plain relaxing!!! Check it out !!! You cannot go wrong!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had a Birria ramen...excellent.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Birria Ramen, Premium Tonkatsu Red Ramen

An absolutely amazing ramen bar that is wonderful for groups with varying tastes. Whether you are craving a simple ramen to warm up with or wanting to try a new combination with some spice you can't go wrong here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Have been to this location many times and never had an issue. Waited 40 minutes using their “waitlist” feature on the website just to be told we where never added to the list that it doesn’t work.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Great food and service. Food was all delicious and came out timely.

The food was delicious and you have to ask for Ely as your waiter. She made sure my table had everything we needed and she is very sweet. Do yourself a favor and eat here!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Really 4.5 stars. We visited on Saturday 10/17 around 8pm.There was a 25 min. wait but there is ample parking and you can sit in the car if you choose. We chose to eat ice cream before dinner next door. I suggest you do too but thats besides the point. We ordered two different ramen bowls, a rice bowl and an appetizer, each item was excellent. Our server Angelina was kind and informative and everything was well priced. The ambiance and esthetic were good. Not having been there before, it all left us with a more enjoyable dinner experience than we expected to have. I dropped 1/2 star because while they are clearly busy they should do a better job of cleaning the table condiment jars, a typical thing in ramen spots and similar but this place was a nicer then most in the area and it should reflect that.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I’ve eaten at Jinya, and gotten takeout many times over the years. It started out as my favorite ramen spot in Atlanta, so I have a bias in favor of them. But the last year or two, it has been on a slow, steady decline. The portion size for the ramen seems to be much smaller, and prices have gone up substantially. Tonight I ordered the spicy chicken ramen, and added a spiced egg. It was good, but nothing to warrant 4-5 stars. And I was still hungry afterwards because the portions seem so much smaller. Thankfully I also ordered the fried chicken thigh appetizer, but it was incredibly tough, and difficult to bite. I’ve never had it before, so I’m not sure if this is the quality it’s always had, but I wouldn’t order it again. Unfortunately, I think it’s time to try a different ramen place.

Food: 3

Jake was an awesome waiter...ask for him at the door 😀

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A tale of two courses: Hits and misses at Jinya Kennesaw GA.
Walking into this restaurant with nothing to anticipate as we are just driving/passing by . The ambiance was a blend of cozy and chic. My afternoon started on a high note, with two appetizers that were simply outstanding to me, and an incredibly insightful bartender who set the tone for an auspicious lunch. However, the experience was ultimately a mixed bag, with the main course failing to live up to the spectacular beginning.
Our first order of char siu buns arrived, classically plated. The bun itself was wonderfully soft and slightly sweet, with a satisfying pillowy texture. The filling of pork belly was a masterful balance complex blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic notes. Which I think I've tasted a star anise touch. They were, in a word, flawless.
The takoyaki followed, and these savory octopus balls were equally impressive. They were perfectly crispy on the outside, giving way to a warm, soft, and almost custard-like interior with the original takoyaki umami which also complemented by the sweet and savory drizzle of takoyaki sauce and the delicate, dancing bonito flakes on top and add up that gave me a surprise of its creative spin on a classic concept and introduces a new, successful twist of egg salad.
At the bar, Mr. Cain was truly a master of his craft. Instead of just rattling off drink specials, he took the time to chat with us and gauge our personalities. His ability to perfectly match each of our cocktails to our individual tastes was uncanny. The drinks felt less like beverages and more like a personalized extension of our moods, elevating the entire experience to something special.
Unfortunately, the momentum from the appetizers and drinks came to a halt with the arrival of the ramens. The wonton chicken ramen with a broth that is thin, watery, and lacks the expected rich, savory flavor of a good chicken or pork broth. It may taste like plain hot water with a hint of chicken-flavored salt, but without any depth or umami and Opting for a bowl with added spinach, I was surprised to find that the vegetable significantly changed the flavor and smell profile. The earthy, bitter notes of the spinach didn't harmonize with the rich, pork-based broth. Instead, the spinach taste overpowered the subtle and complex flavors of the broth, making the ramen taste imbalanced.
Ultimately, Jinya offers a journey of highs and lows. While the expertly crafted drinks and amazing appetizers hint at a kitchen capable of greatness, the disappointing ramen shows a clear lapse in execution. I look forward to returning soon and seeing this dish become a true showstopper.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Yummy, thank you jave you’re so awesome and cool 😲

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was great.
Iove the Gyoza!
I will definitely return soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Ramen

It should not take over an hour of waiting to pick up a takeout order of Ramen, but Jinya is uniquely capable of making you wait.

And it wasn’t even hot or good even after all that. 😭

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1

I eat here once a week and it's my favorite place to grab ramen! The creamy vegan ramen is my favorite since I'm a vegetarian and I appreciate that the vegan broth is not lacking flavor.

Worth the price

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5