Great tasting food and good portions. Serving staff was nice and helpful. Clean. Unique flavors you won't find in many ramen shops. Even their unsweet tea tastes good despite that it was fountain mixed and not brewed by hand. Just so expensive anymore that it is hard to justify. $20 for a bowl of ramen is just more than I'm willing to pay and be able to enjoy it. $14 for kids meal is also rough.

One of the best ramen restaurants in the area. I went to this location and the one in VA and they didn’t disappoint. Very flavorful and good portions given. The quality of the food is good too. I keep my bowl simple with the ingredients it comes with. One downside was the spicy bowl we ordered wasn’t spicy but it was still edible. Customer service was good. Parking is terrible but that’s DC, unfortunately.

In my opinion one of the best ramen places in DC. I love coming here the service has always been great and have never had any complaints with the food. The space is pretty small and may seem a little cramped when they are busy but it is well worth it. Even the drinks they have are good too!

It's a good place to hang out. But the noodle is so-so. Both thin and thick noodles are not impressive. Only Tonkutsu Black soup is good.

The food was overall quite tasty, but a tiny bit too salty, especially the karage. I was disappointed by the fact that they didn't have any hot sake. The guy who served us was really nice, polite, friendly and courteous, but the bus boy was being really rude to us. At some point he started taking the plates away even if some of us were still eating. Not a professional behavior. I understand it's Friday, but you shouldn't work at a restaurant if you're gonna be in a rush to leave.

I’ve been in the search for good ramen in DC and finally found a spot that I can say is worth a trip to. The options are plenty and the service is good. I tried the original tonkotsu ramen and even added extra noodles because the broth was tasty and didn’t want to just slurp it down. There are 2 floors, so even when it’s crowded, seems like the wait goes quick. I’ll be back. So far the best ramen I’ve found in DC.

The ramen here is delicious, although on the pricier side at $20 a bowl. Their broth is on the lighter side and not as rich and their thin noodles could be improved upon. Otherwise, their toppings and meat are delicious. I would recommend the Tonkotsu black or their summer special of Chicken Karaage ramen. Happy hour is from 4-7, although their $2 taco Tuesday specials are extraordinary. The tacos are bite-size but packed with a lot of flavor. I thought the Salmon Poke tasted better than the Spicy Tuna! The staff are attentive, the facilities are nice, and it's a great place to dine!

Great place with genuinely friendly and helpful staff. The food is plentiful but also tasty and cooked to perfection. We had a real good time and the bill was honest. We'll come again!

Great atmosphere, awesome food, presentation and service . The food has so much flavor you can’t just settle for one appetizer. Make sure to save space for your ramen bowl the star of the show. Shout out to Zahara our waitress she was very nice and helpful. We are definitely coming.

This place is amazing. The ambiance is unforgettable and the food is spectacular. The environment will have you coming back for more. Sergii is the greatest bartender I've come across, really friendly and awesome at his craft. Everything is delicious here. The drinks are exquisite here. The presence of greatness is among this place. My server Darwin did a great job and I can't wait to visit again!

Food is absolutely AMAZING! It was so good!!! We ordered the California Poke Bowl, Shrimp Wonton Ramen, and the Pork Chashu Rice Bowl! They were all delicious 🤍 Plus they served the food right away!

When I first walked in, my impressions of the restaurant were that it was well maintained and cleaned. The decor was aesthetically pleasing with a modern look juxtaposed with an industrial vibe from the brick and corroded iron veneer. The bathroom was sleek and clean was well. I walked out of the restroom back into the dimly lit ambiance ready to browse the menu and order. After opening the menu from the QR code, I noticed that Jinya offers a huge selection of foods such as fusion appetizers and meals like chashu rice bowls. I went ahead and ordered a classic tonkotsu ramen with no toppings with a side of takoyaki. I waited a while for the food to arrive--on the long side for a ramen restaurant, but was excited to see that the food looked exactly it was on the online menu. Jinya did a good job on the presentation. The ajitama (egg) and the chashu slices were perfect. Slightly chilled with a melt-in-your-mouth umami feel. After finishing these, I was left wishing for more flavors and textures as there were only noodles and broth left. Though at a perfectly cooked al dente and flavorful, I wish I ordered bamboo shoots or otherwise to combat the monotonous onslaught of noodles. I could not justify ordering more toppings as its base price was already at a premium of $20. I couldn't help but to remember the fully loaded ramen bowls for roughly half the cost in the Little Tokyo district of LA. I polish off the bowl by slurping the broth. Bold, but not pungent. In the end, I thought the portioning seemed rather small even with the takoyaki (best I have ever had in terms of flavor and presentation). Had I ordered toppings to accompany the ramen bowl, perhaps the portioning would have been adequate. All in all, well done in terms of quality, but the portioning was rather small and left me wanting more. I will definitely come back again.

It was okay, not sure why this place is top rated. I have been to places wayyyyy better that are a fraction of the price. For starters, the Tonkatsu broth was not well done and did not have the deep flavors the broth is well known for, the garnishment was nice though and the char su pork was good but the portion size and quality for the price is a guarantee I wont go back. Also had the Takoyaki which was good, but they serve it on a bed of egg salad which is an odd choice but I enjoyed it. Id rank this place a solid 5/10.

Had their chef special karaage ramen and Shrimp Spring Roll along with tongkutsu, spicy creamy shrimp. Each dish did not disappoint. Was around DC for a conference and had a craving of ramen at the end of the day. This place is a must visit for a deeply satisfying experience. Our service was attentive and has a positive attitude even if it was rush hour. If you like margaritas, try their classic margarita. It was so good, only if I could have one more drink but I had another conference to attend the next day 😂 Will def visit again when back in town.

Absolutely delicious! Hadn’t been to a Jinya since I went in Dallas a long time ago and so glad I got to go again. About a 15 min walk from my brother’s apartment and it was perfect on a crisp evening like tonight. The red sake sangria was a great way to start my meal. We split the crispy rice which was delicious, though I would prefer the rice slightly crispier, but still amazing! Both ramens we ordered, tonkoksu black and the tonkotsu original, were incredible. Highly recommend and would definitely go back!

Ok, so this is the first time at this place. First thing the menu has small fonts and on right side of menu it's green with tiny black description that makes it so hard to read. The noodles came out like warm. The chicken was cold and the noodles were subpar. For a supposed Asian restaurant nothing was made fresh. You may ask how would I know that well I have been to more Asian restaurants and I can count and on top of it if you order the food and it comes out within 5 minutes of it being ordered it's not fresh. The place was clean atmosphere was nice.

Amazing drinks and food from start to finish. Carlos is a great bartender too! Attentive without hovering (like some bartenders elsewhere like to do), personable, friendly, and quick with a drink. Spicy tuna crispy rice is perfection!

Came here with a friend on a Friday night around 8, it was about a 15-20 min wait. Well worth it though, the ramen was great!! We got the tonkotsu original and spicy, both delectable. The egg was especially a highlight, extremely delicious flavor. Our waiter, Keith, was quite friendly and helped us with our choice. My only complaint was it was quite loud but what else can you expect on a Friday night. I'll definitely be coming here again for more!!

Jinya is delicious. The spicy chicken ramen had a lot of flavor and the chicken was not hard and rubbery but soft and tender- full of flavor. Husband got the black Tonkatsu and enjoyed it as well- the broths here are very good. Carlos was our server and he was very attentive and had excellent customer service!

I’ve been to this Jinya location a couple of times for lunch now and it’s been quite a nice experience. My waiter/barista(Daniel) has been the best! He accommodates me and is nice even though I am usually in a hurry or pressed for time. I think the ramen was good but my favorite things to order are the Takoyaki, the shrimp tempura and the drinks. The Takoyaki definitely takes me back to my trips to Japan. I definitely look forward to coming back for lunch again.😋🤤🍜🥢🍤🍢🍶🎌

One of the best Ramen places in DC. Sorry about the photos, I usually take better pics but I was in a rush because the food looked and smelled amazing! I truly wished my mouth was bigger! Their fried chicken appetizer was surprisingly good...who knew. My ramen was equally as better. Nice ambience. It was really chill. Definitely a spot worth visiting!

This is by far the best ramen....I have eaten at this place in L.A. also and they are both consistent. For me it's all about the broth and theirs is very authentic. I get the spicy chicken ramen...add broccolini and jalapeño corn. The service here is great 👍 and the atmosphere is for family and friends...great bar too! Don't forget your vaccination card at this location or no Ramen for you!

I loved my experience at JINYA! Everyone is so kind and welcoming. Our waitress Camila was knowledgeable and attentive! My favorite appetizer is the spicy creamy shrimp tempura. Perfect spot for some ramen all year round. Will definitely be back 😋 🍜

The menu is pretty large. I had a ramen and Mochi ice. Both very good. Plus a nice local craft beer - perfect. Great food together with friendly service - what else do you need.

I thoroughly enjoy eating at JINYA every time I go. The service is good and the food is even better! I tried the Impossible Gyoza and they were delicious. It came with a spicy dipping sauce which was amazing (if you like spicy). We also tried the brussel sprouts … never had better sprouts than these. It had some butter like sauce at the bottom that I just ended up dumping in my ramen lol!

Not the best but definitely above average quality of ramen dishes. Taste is rather authentic and the price is reasonable. A nice place for drinks too.

Thought it would be better. The seats are very awkward to sit in, and maybe the AC is a little strong. The food is extremely salty, especially the soup. Ramen was okay and the sauce that came with the chicken was overloaded with sodium. The service wasn’t that good either, the server was often distracted by other things, and when we tried to call them, it took many tries before we got their attention. Overall, this place was salty.

Probably the best ramen I’ve ever had in DC. Their chicken ramen is beyond my expectation, its chicken broth has a very creamy and rich taste. Their seasoned egg was also perfect. My friend ordered the black tonkotsu and they absolutely loved it. Will definitely be back to try their other menu esp the appetizers!!!

We dined here on Thanksgiving and Camila was such a warm and friendly server. The entire staff was excellent and really took care of us even though they were working on a holiday. Our kids are vegetarian and it was the best vegan ramen they ever had. Wish they had locations in New York.

Carlos the bartender was amazing, guided us on the drink menu to have 2 awesome drinks!! If I’m ever in time again I will have to come again!

Daniel was an amazing server, and he made made sure that our glasses were full at all times. He is attentive to detail, very hospitable, and made great suggestions. The food was also better than at other locations. I’d definitely come back to the DC location again!

Ramen was delicious!My husband had the spicy pork and I had chicken(added tofu and the egg myself)I recommend the battered octopus and the Jinya sake sangria . Diego was a great server as well, very friendly. I would definitely go back.

Very good, flavorful, authentic and delicious in my opinion. I deducted a star because the restaurant allows for pets to enter and sit in the dinning area. That was unsanitary. I would recommend dining early as they do get a lot of foot traffic.

Absolutely one of the best ramen experiences you can have! Me and my group enjoyed the food and drink. If you're in the area, you will NOT regret the food. Pricing is fair for the quality and quantity of the food. I highly recommend it!

I had spicy chicken Ramen, definitely one of the best I have ever had. For reference it is not too soicy and is comfortable to eat. Carlos was an amazing host and made sure we were comfortable and even turned down air-conditioning because I was too cold. Definitely recommend.

Clean, fun, and chill atmosphere. Lots of tables and a full upstairs dining area. I got the chefs special Kara-men and it was delicious! They use a lot of oil but the broth was flavorful and the ingredients tasty. Natalie was our server and she took really good care of us

I do not eat pork and it is hard finding a Japanese restaurant that gives you non pork ramen options. Loved everything about this place, the food was amazing, will definitely be going to the one located in my hometown next time

I've been to Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto and still Jinya remains one of the best ramen bowls I've ever had. Their Tonkotsu Black is just unbeatable. I love the expansive cocktail menu as well. This location is especially nice as its got two floors and plenty of seating. Even if its packed the bar seating has a high turnover rate so it's never hard to grab a spot!

Really cool ramen bar. It’s a multilevel, long building that lures you in as a customer. The atmosphere here is crisp - black on wood with intentional lighting. Plenty of seating, both at the bars and plenty of tables for larger parties. Overall, just cool. The drink lists and food options are pretty solid. Highly recommend to start off with the Okinawan Punch (rum punch with a twist) and the creamy tempura shrimp. Both were excellent. As for the ramen bowls, staff will tell you there’s no best bowl. And after a couple visits, I agree. Each of the ones I tried were tasty and very generous in portion. All the way around, a good spot.

Food: Spicy chicken ramen (I asked them to add chicken wantons to it); Crispy chicken; Crispy rice with spicy tuna; Shrimp spring rolls Ambiance: Casual & busy Parking: Street meter parking is available Pricing: Fair Food (flavors): I LOVED the crispy rice with spicy tuna; the flavor combination was balanced and the rice didn’t fall apart as I bit into it. The spring rolls were pretty standard; I didn’t taste any unique flavors. The chicken was fried well but I think the flavor came from the sauce that came with it. The ramen was great and definite had a kick to it! It was nice seeing numerous non-pork flavored ramen options on the menu. Portion size: Medium-large For more review follow my IG page at fave_foodie

I have been to this chain twice and i was equally pleased both times with their vegan ramen. It's relatively tough to find tasty vegan food in East Asian cusine but this place is great for someone who wants to try vegan ramen. I am not a big fan of edamame in general but their salted edamame were also nice. Good service,great portion and will visit again

Definitely one of the most delicious ramen I’ve ever tasted. The creamy shrimp was the bomb. If you are ever in DC, highly recommend this ramen spot

The place is a nice quiet place I'm sure it gets busy one the weekend. The service is get as a first timer and someone that is from out of town I tend to ask a lot of questions and the server was great answering them and letting us take our time. Will definitely be coming back everytime

Went in for Lunch, Darwin kindly took initiative and asked if we had been helped. Took us to our table and made sure we were comfortable. He gave us the option to either speak in Spanish or English. He also kept on checking on us to see if we were doing good or if we needed anything. Great service and great food, very satisfied :)

I visited DC with my wife and this restaurant is cross the street of where we stayed. Service is good here and Camila who served us is very nice and friendly. The food is great. We love the Jinya Bun and the Tonkutsu. The Original 2010 is a bit salty but flavor is rich and great.

The ramen was great. I enjoyed a Japanese beer. We asked the waiter what was the most popular ramen and ordered his suggestion. We also tried the pork pot stickers and dessert. Our waiter was very professional. He was attentive and not overbearing. Great place to go after walking around D.C. when it's cold outside!

Camila was an amazing member of the wait staff who attended to our every need! She brought the best table service: kind, attentive, easy to contact and very great energy. In my ex-front of house experience, it can be hard to maintain enthusiasm in such a crowded restaurant (it was a Friday night and busy) however Camila showed me that it is indeed possible. Sending much love to y'alls very well trained staff. Food was amazing as well!

Appropriately-paced, comfortable service! Carlos at the bar was fantastic, helped pick a Japanese whisky that was just right. When taking food orders, he was consistent about asking after dietary allergies or restrictions. The pork cachu bowl was beautiful to look at and more so to eat.