JINYA Ramen Bar - Bellevue

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JINYA Ramen Bar - Bellevue

Restaurant · Bellevue

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15600 NE 8th St Suite 0-11, Bellevue, WA 98008

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Ramen with flavorful broths, vegan options, small plates, and sake  

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15600 NE 8th St Suite 0-11, Bellevue, WA 98008 Get directions

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The 11 Best Ramen Spots In Seattle - Seattle - The Infatuation

"This LA-based ramen spot on the Eastside holds up to the hype and has a tasty vegan option to prove it. Their creamy plant-based ramen with loads of silky tofu and a smooth mushroom broth (that even a funghi hater would enjoy) is our go-to. It's light and earthy, and it's even possible to take down a whole bowl without feeling like you have a boulder sitting in your lower intestine." - kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo

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The 9 Best Ramen Spots In Seattle

"This LA-based ramen spot on the Eastside holds up to the hype and has a tasty vegan option to prove it. Their creamy plant-based ramen with loads of silky tofu and a smooth mushroom broth (that even a funghi hater would enjoy) is our go-to. It's light and earthy, and it's even possible to take down a whole bowl without feeling like you have a boulder sitting in your lower intestine." - kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo

https://www.theinfatuation.com/seattle/guides/best-ramen-seattle
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Lia M

Google
The noodles seem to be hand made but very hard. I think those are raw?!? And the red broth was oily and thick and salty. Cauliflower tasted raw and the buffalo sauce was barely enough. Great service but really bad food. Wont come back again.

Annu Priya

Google
One of the best spots in Bellevue for Thai cuisine! Their spicy vegan ramen is an absolute delight—rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The tofu is incredibly soft and absorbs the broth beautifully, making every bite a treat. The restaurant has a warm and inviting ambiance, and the staff is exceptionally friendly and attentive. Plus, the wait time is minimal, making it a great choice for a quick yet delicious meal. A must-visit for vegetarians and anyone who loves comforting, flavorful food. Highly recommended for a meal or quick bites.

Yun

Google
It’s been a quite long time here I am at jinya for a craving of noodles. Surprisingly, I was very satisfied with my bowl of ramen with the new jinya. Obviously, it has completely changed the menu with much variety of rice bowls, ramen bowls and other dishes even kids meals. My only complaint would be the sever made big noises when he/she push the cart to collect the dirty dishes. I am also happy to see the checks were delivered with the traditional way of signing.

James

Google
Not normally a huge fan of ramen, but since I was with a few people, decided to try out what they're known for - I had the Tonkatsu Black ramen, which is a tonkatsu broth-based ramen dish with pork belly On the positive side, the broth was pretty excellent for how thin it was. I prefer my broth to be thicker, so it wasn't as good as I would've liked, but for being thin, it did have a good amount of flavor to it. It was impressive that it was able to generate a good amount of richness despite not carrying much viscosity. The noodles were also pretty solid - similarly on the thinner side, but I didn't have any complaints about the noodles. Also, the egg was excellent. It had that perfect jammy texture that's beautiful to look at and even more enjoyable to eat. On the downside, the pork belly was just not flavorful enough. It had nothing close to the melt-in-your-mouth texture that it should've had, and instead had basically no taste at all. It wasn't dry or chewy, but it just seemed to be very lacking in fat for whatever reason. This dish also reinforced my prior opinion that I don't generally like ramen as a dish due to it being mostly around eating each individual thing separately, but that's out of scope for what this restaurant can do The price was actually not too bad - it ended up being 25 per person with sharing an appetizer (fried brussel sprouts), and the ramen bowl was relatively large Overall, it's what I would call slightly above average ramen, but that has its place. 7.5/10

L

Google
- HmmMM spicy vegan ramen and panna cotta - Food: 4 stars Service: 4 stars Ambiance: 3 stars Price: 3 stars Overall: 3.5 stars We came here a bit before 6pm but there was only one group of customers. We sat down and ordered quickly. The menu looks the same as last time since they got a new owner back then (it's been a while though). I got the spicy creamy vegan ramen ($19.8) with low sodium, and hubby got the Jinya Tonkotsu black ($19.8) with low sodium and firm noodles. I ordered the vegan ramen because it's the #1 most ordered on door dash for some reason... I need to find out why it's popular!! Our food came after 10 minutes, and they look good. I initially thought the broth was too spicy, but the more I eat it and mix the soup, the less spicy it gets. In the end, I enjoyed the broth a lot. Though I was hoping it'd come with meat instead of tofu since I don't think tofu goes well with ramen, and I also wish my noodles were a bit more firm as well. They took a while to redeem my dessert plate for my birthday, but they have good attitude and I really didn't mind waiting. They also made sure I got points for our food today as well. The dessert plate was the panna cotta with a chocolate mochi ice cream (est. $9.25). I didn't really care about the mochi ice cream, but the panna cotta was good. The caramel cream sauce was a bit too sweet but not overwhelming. I enjoyed it a lot. They started to fill up when we leave around 6:30 pm. I think this is a good dining experience and definitely sign up for their loyalty program if you haven't already. I believe their ramen is more expensive than other places, but the dessert plate was good. -------------------------------------------------------- - Disappointing yuzu shio [Update from June 2025] - Food: 3 stars Price: 2 stars Service: 2 stars Ambiance: 3 stars Overall: 2.5 stars It's super strange but this side of the mall have really slow business, so it's something when this place lasted so long despite management changes several times.. their menu seems slightly different again from the last time I came here. My husband ordered the JINYA tonkotsu black for $20 and I got the chicken yuzu shio delight for $20. The prices are higher than other places by a dollar or two. We asked low sodium for both bowls, and his was fine. Mine barely had any yuzu taste. The soup also wasn't very refreshing like the one from kizuki. The portion wasn't particularly big to reflect the $1 or $2 difference from other places either, so it was quite disappointing. I think the vegan ramen I had last time was much better, and this one just made me never want to come back again. I guess I will go elsewhere for shio ramen, such as kizuki or santouka. Overall the dining experience was fine, we finished eating in less than 30 minutes and the ramen came out fast as they don't usually have much business before noon on weekdays. However, the waiter gave us the bill but never checked on us even though I put down my cc right in front of his face. I went to the bathroom and it's still not touched, so I had to wave him down for it. I'd say the service is also lacking as well. I guess we will come back in a year to see how things are if they can keep surviving lol...

Anusha R E

Google
Our family with 2 toddlers had a great experience at Jinya Ramen Bellevue. Kids meal was great. Our regular size Ramen was underwhelming partly because it was not served hot. Crispy chicken appetizer was great and was the best thing we tried. Service was very personable and quick too. They accommodated our requests and were courteous. It was easy to find a table during off peak hours on a Saturday.

Rashmi Kalra

Google
Japanese cuisine or want to try something new. Located in a shopping-friendly area with ample parking and wheelchair access, it’s super convenient and welcoming. The ambience is cozy and modern with comfortable seating, quick service and friendly staff. Food arrives fast and fresh, perfect for a satisfying meal. We ordered the Jinya Tonkotsu Black, Spicy Chicken Ramen, Crispy Chicken and Miso-Glazed Eggplant. Everything was packed with flavor and authenticity. The portions are so generous, you’ll feel like you need to pack yourself into the takeout box! Expect to spend around $30–$50 per person for an entree and drink. A great spot for ramen lovers or anyone ready to slurp their way through a delicious meal.

Bonnie Z

Google
We had high expectations for this place, but unfortunately, we ordered four different dishes, none of them stood out—everything just tasted okay, nothing impressive. The service was good, but that might have been because it wasn’t very busy at the time (only about 4 tables were occupied). Overall, it was an average experience, not bad but not great either.

S. M.

Yelp
The first time I ate at a Jinya Ramen Bar was a year ago in Vancouver, BC. It was so good my friend and I ate there twice in a week. For my cousin's birthday, I took him here for his birthday dinner. He thought I was going to take him to this other ramen bar in the area where the menu is a QR code and my cousin being in his late 70s is one of the few people who never had a cell phone. He was happy and I was happy that Jinya actually had a menu and not a QR code. For the appetizer were ordered the pork gyoza, which was really good. My cousin had the spicy chicken ramen and I had the spicy miso ramen. My cousin said his spicy chicken ramen was spicy, but I have to say that my spicy miso ramen wasn't that spicy. We both enjoyed our ramen. I thought service was good. During our meal the wait staff checked on us at least three times asking how our meal was and if there was anything else they could get us. Compared to the Jinya Ramen Bar in Vancouver, BC I have to say this place is a lot more low keyed. The Jinya Ramen Bar in Vancouver, BC was very busy, noisy with lots of people, and seemed like the place to be. The Crossroads is a little out of the way for me, but I will be back.
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Hui-yu Y.

Yelp
- Disappointing yuzu shio [Update from June 2025] - Food: 3 stars Price: 2 stars Service: 2 stars Ambiance: 3 stars Overall: 2.5 stars It's super strange but this side of the mall have really slow business, so it's something when this place lasted so long despite management changes several times.. their menu seems slightly different again from the last time I came here. My husband ordered the JINYA tonkotsu black for $20 and I got the chicken yuzu shio delight for $20. The prices are higher than other places by a dollar or two. We asked low sodium for both bowls, and his was fine. Mine barely had any yuzu taste. The soup also wasn't very refreshing like the one from kizuki. The portion wasn't particularly big to reflect the $1 or $2 difference from other places either, so it was quite disappointing. I think the vegan ramen I had last time was much better, and this one just made me never want to come back again. I guess I will go elsewhere for shio ramen, such as kizuki or santouka. Overall the dining experience was fine, we finished eating in less than 30 minutes and the ramen came out fast as they don't usually have much business before noon on weekdays. However, the waiter gave us the bill but never checked on us even though I put down my cc right in front of his face. I went to the bathroom and it's still not touched, so I had to wave him down for it. I'd say the service is also lacking as well. I guess we will come back in a year to see how things are if they can keep surviving lol...
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Karthik R.

Yelp
The spicy creamy vegan ramen is really great. For someone who doesn't eat meat they have quite a few options. The staff is friendly and the ambiance is great
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Akshay S.

Yelp
A decent ramen place. We tried the spicy vegan ramen and spicy chicken ramen. The spice levels were not that hot so you can go for more spice level. Also, I found the broth low on flavour and that's why 3 stars. Had to add a lot of hot & sour sauce to get sone flavour. The service is quick and ambience is okayish. This place is definitely not value for money.
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Linda W.

Yelp
Been to Jinya probably around 5 times now and it's always been good! Just a good place with good ramen and lots of parking space. I got a regular sized Chicken Chashu bowl and it was well portioned with a good ratio of rice, meat and veggies. Service is fast and there's lots of seating available inside. The place is also clean.
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Nandini H.

Yelp
It's my second most favorite ramen bar in the Seattle area and the food is always great. I especially appreciate the quick and efficient service
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Kenneth G.

Yelp
We moved from Las Vegas to Southern WA and Jinya was our go to spot for so long, so it's become a real treat when we find ourselves far enough north to get it. The food was soooo good. The creamy vegan broth (I sub my pork broth for it) is killer. And whatever sauce they're using on the salmon don is mouthwatering good. It was fairly busy on a Sunday evening so we got seared at the little bar area. It was pretty cozy and the service was great. They were on top of everything from start to finish. Love it!
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Huong L.

Yelp
My sister and I decided to try this place for lunch and we both thought it was ok. The service was average, the person who took our answer couldn't really answered any of our questions and they didn't really do much. Food wise, we got: Tonkotsu 2.0 ramen + pork chasu rice bowl combo Ramen - the broth was supposed to be thicker but I didn't think so, and for me, it got saltier as I eat more of it so not my favorite. Rice bowl was standard - it was fine, but nothing really stood out. The salad that came with the rice bowl was pathetic looking though and didn't taste that good. Price is a little high in my opinion for what you get but it could be because of inflation these days. $18 for the ramen and $11.5 for the small rice bowl --- for me, it would be more reasonable if the ramen was like $15 and the rice bowl was $9... Overall, eh.
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Josh K.

Yelp
I love their ramen here, the original 2010 ramen had thick noodles with chashu slices. Very balanced yet rich dish, great to visit with friends for a casual or nice lunch! Very nice staff
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Erin H.

Yelp
JINYA Tonkotsu Black is the way to go. Really good flavor in the broth and the meat was nice and tender. Egg and noodles had good consistency too. Definitely the best ramen I've had on the Eastside! I had Ramen Danbo recently, and I think the quality and flavor of my Tonkotsu Black was the same! But this saves me the trouble of going to Seattle and waiting in that line! Will definitely be coming back again, and I've already recommended to a lot of my friends! Small place, but enough seats that I wouldn't expect it to get TOO busy with the location it's at. Parking is free and plentiful
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Dee C.

Yelp
Late review but this little restaurant is nice when you walk in the ambiance sets the vibe and the smells sets the mood lol. Came here with my wife and brother in law and we all were craving some ramen on a cold day so this spot definitely hit the spot. We came just in time for happy hour which is nice because we were able to try the Jinya Buns and Crispy Chicken to pair with the ramen for a great price. We ordered 2 Tonkotsu Spicy, 1 Yuzu Shio Delight, 3 Jinya Buns & 1 Crispy Chicken (Karaage) Everything was delicious and fresh, came out fast and presented nicely in the nice tall bowls to protect you from the broth a bit when slurping and eating the noods haha. The jinya buns were really good! Hard to find fresh and tender pork belly buns like that on the fly so this is restaurant is definitely one of my go-to's because that's on the happy hour menu. Also another great HH menu option is the Crisp Chicken aka Karaage! Super tender juicy and flavorful! This and the buns are great reasons to frequently stop here for quick eats. They also have other great options if you're not wanting ramen which I'll be back for because they also sound delicious.
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Al K.

Yelp
We were craving hot ramen on a cold night and decided to try Jinya Ramen Bar in Bellevue. We ordered the Tonkotsu Black Ramen and Spicy Chicken Ramen. The Tonkotsu Black Ramen was perfect--piping hot with steam rising from the noodles, exactly how ramen should be served. Unfortunately, the Spicy Chicken Ramen was lukewarm at best and lacked that comforting heat. When we brought this to our server's attention, she offered to "heat it up"--in a microwave. Microwaving fresh ramen? With delicate noodles, soft-boiled egg, and fresh ingredients? Unbelievable. Frustrated, we requested another Black Ramen instead. The server seemed annoyed but complied. However, her attitude soured the experience even more. When she returned to check on us, her demeanor was far from apologetic or helpful. Instead of trying to make it right, she seemed inconvenienced by our simple request. Ramen should arrive hot--it's a basic expectation. Microwaving it is never a solution. This experience left us with a bad taste (literally and figuratively), and the service here was sorely lacking. Some people just aren't cut out for customer service.
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P Raj A.

Yelp
This place is amazing, love the pork tonkatsu ramen with seaweed, eggs and the spicy broth option.
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Han H.

Yelp
If you have a big group, they got a huge table smack in the middle (our group of 10 adults, 2 kids fit perfectly). Yuzu shio ramen was flavorful and the low sodium broth wasn't too salty! Fried chicken was unfortunately disappointing. Crispy rice with spicy tuna and gyoza were good. You're going to a place in Crossroads so don't expect less than $$ (bowl of ramen was $18). Nice and clean. The staff was very friendly and attentive.
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Nikita S.

Yelp
Had reservation of 5 people. We were grateful that, despite it being crowded and/or informing us that all five people needed to be present to receive a table, they gave us the table with 2 people. I ordered Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen. The noodles had the ideal texture and cooking time. The broth had good flavor. But in my opinion, a little too salty. However, I didn't enjoy the pork meat. Service was decent and quick
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Jodi P.

Yelp
My favorite ramen bar EVER Jinya Tonkotsu Black is hands down the best - get two Seasoned eggs - thank me later ! The staff are very friendly and accommodating. The restaurant is very inviting and includes a communal table in the center.
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Sarthak N.

Yelp
I visited Jinya with friends. One of them had been here before and knew they had vegan options. We were a large group, and the place was almost fully occupied, but luckily we got a table quite soon. We ordered a few starters - brussels sprouts tempura, sauteed broccolini and crispy chicken, and then got the spicy creamy vegan ramen, flying vegan harvest, and spicy chicken ramen. All of the food was quite delicious, but some folks felt that the vegan broth wasn't very flavorful. I had added chicken soboro and an egg to my spicy chicken ramen, and it tasted really good. Will definitely come back.
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Chris S.

Yelp
Arrived at 2100 with my partner meet with a polietservice. Ordered the tofu ramen and the pork rice bowl. Both were very good and priced job at right for a dinner for two
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Katherine R.

Yelp
Went here after an escape room nearby. The ramen was a rousing success, though my rice bowl was a little underwhelming. We started with the Jinya buns and corn tempura. The Jinya bun appetizer was delicious, though the pork a tiny bit dry at the end, and I could definitely taste mayonnaise. The corn tempura was a hit with the corn lovers. My pork chashu bowl came with kikurage namul (thin chewy mushroom strips), which I usually enjoy but the sesame was too overpowering to eat with anything else. The shiitake mushrooms were watery and cold and flavorless. Those were the only two toppings so I ended up with rice and pork. The spicy chicken ramen and black tonokotsu were enjoyed by the rest of our party. The "spicy" wasn't very spicy, though, so if you are looking for a punch of spice make sure you communicate that. They also have nice microwave safe bowls for leftovers/takeout. Overall, I would return, but I would stick with ramen.
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Cathy D.

Yelp
I ordered the Jinya Tonkotsu Black Ramen. I asked for it spicy with reduced sodium, and the waiter gladly accommodated my preference. Ramen came out hot and it was flavorful. Noodle texture was perfect and al dente which I enjoyed. Ambiance was nice. Perfect for groups. Lots of seating. Overall I highly recommend Jinya Ramen!
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Vanessa L.

Yelp
This is based off of ordering takeout vs dining in. We ordered a tonkotsu ramen, wonton ramen, and chicken chashu ramen. The noodles were dry, prepackaged, and stuck together. The wontons tasted like prepackaged microwave wonton. The wonton wrap fell apart easily and the meat inside was compacted and tasted a bit odd. My friends noted that the chashu and tonkotsu broth was too salty and reminded them of instant noodles. The one friend that has dined here before said that the dining experience is much different than ordering takeout. Taste and quality dont match. With that, I will give JINYA another try dining in. Will see if what my friend noted holds true.
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Sherlyn M.

Yelp
I ordered the chef's special chicken kara-men. Thin Noodles served in a hot and oily(fatty) broth with minced meat, bean sprouts and topped with an egg. The portion size is good! For desserts we ordered all of the options: chocolate mochi, green tea mochi and the Panna cotta. The mochi were decent - nothing special, the Panna cotta was really good. The service was a bit slow. It felt as if they were short staffed. As for the ambiance, it's well lit with booth and table seating and a long communal table in the middle.
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Katie P.

Yelp
Jinya has been a great, reliable place to get ramen on the Eastside for a number of years. Their noodles are perfectly tender and the broths are flavorful. You're able to pick a noodle base and have total control over topping customization to create your perfect soup. The ambiance is also cute, this is a great place for a date. It's located inside Crossroads Mall so parking is plentiful and there are numerous options for desserts and activities to do afterward.
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Karishma A.

Yelp
**vegetarian review** OMG so so so so good!!! I got the creamy vegan ramen - which was so delicious. I got fresh garlic on side and hot sauce, but really neither was actually needed. The dish on its own is stands well. I kinda wanna try the other dishes they have, but creamy ramen was so good that I might just order that again when I am back!! Highly recommend!
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Amita J.

Yelp
After my latest visit after a year hiatus, I have to downgrade this to a 3 star. I ordered the spicy creamy ramen which is my normal go to. However, it was served just warm and lacked flavor, not at all spicy. In addition, my group waited 45 minutes from the time we ordered for the food to arrive.
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Paxton S.

Yelp
By far the best ramen i have had in Bellevue. I really like their noodles and their broth is so good. I always order extra garlic and extra noodles. The flavor profile the noodles and soup have are the best ive had. Great quality food and service. This is definitely the spot to be on a cold fall or winter afternoon/evening. The best comfort food
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Sophia L.

Yelp
A bit salty, but portion size was pretty good. I got a chicken chashu bowl which came with a soft boiled egg! Not super busy during a weekday lunch and staff was pretty friendly.
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Lauren N.

Yelp
Came here on a Saturday afternoon at 3pm with some friends. There was only 5 other parties in the restaurant so service was quick. First thing to note is that the menu is digital :/ they did have paper menus, but it wasn't complete and didn't have the prices :( Once we ordered, it took a little bit for the food to come out. For some reason potstickers came out 10 minutes before everything else. Including the bao. Food wise, everything was good. But a little pricey. Chicken karage - 5 big chunk of fried chicken thigh. They were nice and juicy and came with a ponzu sauce. Tastiest karage I've had on the east side. I wish they were cut in half for more crispy coverage. But that's just being nitpicky. JINYA bao - good, but small piece of chasu. Nice spinach and cucumber addition, but it was a little small and lackluster. Spicy Tonkatsu ramen - good flavor, but a little steep for what it is. Lots of thick ramen noodles with 2 fatty pieces of chashu, a bunch of Wood ear mushroom. I asked for mild spice. It was not spicy at all! Somewhat misleading name for the bowl. I also thought there was going to be an egg, but i didn't get one. And I forgot to ask. It's a medium sized bowl, but the broth is very rich and overall a filling item. Chicken karage ramen- 2 pieces of chicken karage with noodles, green onions and seaweed. It was flavorful, and slightly lighter than the tonkatsu broth.
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Sierra W.

Yelp
Definitely a great spot to eat! Friendly and prompt service! Usually extremely busy with a wait in the evening so came earlier in the day and perfect timing for a more relaxed lunch! Clean restaurant with nice seating!
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Pearl W.

Yelp
Okay ramen. The first ramen place I've ever seen to have boiled spinach as a topping. The pork was a little tough but did appreciate the searing for extra flavor. Noodles were okay as well. Overall will fulfill your ramen craving but wouldn't go out of my way for it.
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Andy L.

Yelp
Plenty of parking spots at the Crossroads mall. Place was full when we went in around 7pm but luckily a table was just leaving so we got seated soon after. We got the Chicken Ramen with Egg, Jinya Tonkotsu Black, Spicy Chicken Ramen with egg, and the Takoyaki. I got the Jinya Tonkotsu Black instead of the original because the waitress said the original had a thicker richer broth (ie saltier). I think I made the right choice since the Spicy Chicken Ramen was way too thick and salty for my taste and the Tonkotsu Black was just right. Takoyaki was decent too, although I haven't tried this in many different places.
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Kumar V.

Yelp
This is one of two Ramen places I regularly visit whenever I crave Ramen in the Bellevue area. This time I went with a Vegan Ramen and it was really delicious. The atmosphere is energetic but it's a small place so you might find it bit difficult to grab a spot if you come at peak evening time.
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Chris K.

Yelp
3.5 stars. Like many ramen shops in the states, JINYA tries to do a little bit of everything, without a single focus. The yuzu shio ramen, while reminiscent of Afuri, is a bit imbalanced on the side of yuzu. We preferred the spicy miso ramen, with its thicker noodles and more flavorful broth. The spicy oil was a nice addition but we could've used more kick. Overall a nice place to get your ramen fix in the Crossroads area- hard to believe that ramen will soon be crossing the $20 bill threshold.
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Julia W.

Yelp
No idea why I was in a rice mood at a ramen bar, but the food was great nonetheless. I got the Pork Chashu Rice Bowl, which was a hefty portion with seemingly more protein than the ramen bowls contained for about the same price. Of course, it's rice rather than their excellent noodles, but I took a few bites of the Spicy Unami Miso Ramen next door so it was all good. Takoyakis were also quite fresh and a pretty good serving size. Service was quick even for a larger group of 6, and bills came out really quickly. Great place to hit before catching a movie at the theater!
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Jacques I.

Yelp
Ya know, it's been a long time since I was last at JINYA Ramen Bar in Bellevue but alas, I found myself back here after a few years to meet a friend for lunch before watching a movie nearby. And unfortunately, I can't say it was the best ramen in town. We visited on a Sunday for lunch and the place was busy. There was a line outside the door, waiting for names to be called. For the two of us, my friend and I waited about 15 minutes for a table. The place was bustling and throughout our time here, people were waiting to get in. Who knew JINYA was so popular? Or it because it's one of the few eateries to eat at Crossroads? I ordered the black truffle ramen while my friend had the spicy tonkotsu ramen. It didn't take long for our bowls to arrive. Everything looked good, but the taste was A-OK. I think I was most disappointed by how lukewarm the temperature of the ramen was. I like my ramen hot and piping and this wasn't close to that. It was as if the broth had been sitting around for a bit without anything to keep it heated. With that said, it affected the taste of my ramen, so wasn't as good as it could've been. And I know inflation has jacked up the price of just about everything these days, but holy moly, close to $20 per ramen for what I found to be satisfactory was off putting. Compared to other ramen spots in town, JINYA wouldn't be one I'd recommend.
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Mark T.

Yelp
Say yes to JINYA Ramen Bar - and today the hilight was the service 1. took the time to confirm it was ok to seat us by the window since might be breezy when door opens 2. Magically got me a new napkin when mine blew on the floor due to breeze (see 1. above). We had the JINYA Tonkotsu Black and the Spicy Chicken Ramen. Both had distinctly different and tasty broths. The spicy wasn't too spicy. We also ordered the Spicy Tuna Mini-Tacos as a nice appetizer. Ramen was tasty and came out quickly. I liked all the protocols they followed too! I also like they have "Impossible" meat versions. Another bonus: you can pay via QR Code directly from the bill. We will be back to JINYA!
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Mikah M.

Yelp
Super good ramen! Generous portions and was able to be seated immediately. Our server was great as well.
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Jeffrey S.

Yelp
Very nice ramen and quite large portions. The broth and pork were very flavorful and the pork was very lean. The hot sauce on the table was a nice addition and the other stuff in the ramen was good, but I could have used a few more toppings.

Carlos T.

Yelp
I wanted to begin by saying that my initial experience with Jinya was in Vancouver, Canada. I loved it so much that I found out they had another location in Washington and decided to go with my girlfriend. For starters, this location is NOTHING, I repeat Nothing like the Vancouver location. It's small, and the ambiance is significantly different. My girlfriend and I ordered two Black Tonkotsu and Takoyaki as well as potstickers. They brought out the Ramen first and 10 minutes later brought out the appetizer. That in itself threw off my experience. The food tasted rushed. The noodles were not cooked all the way through and the potstickers tasted frozen (even though on their menu they say they're made in house). Will not be coming back again. Nothing like the Vancouver Location! If you want delicious Ramen at a better price, visit Yoroshiku in Wallingford!
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Roy T.

Yelp
We came here for a quick bite for lunch. The three of us each ordered a different ramen: the tonkotsu white (pork), tonkotsu original, and the chicken ramen. Our ramen arrive nice and hot and all of the broths were all tasty. The noodle has a nice chew and was cooked perfectly. Topping were all delicious as well. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Located in a neighborhood part of Bellevue, a casual ramen joint worth checking out.
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Linda C.

Yelp
OVERALL: I would definitely visit again but when its not as cold outside! INTERIOR: Small interior space but clean and simple. I can imagine this place getting pretty crowded and having a good wait time. We go there around 1pm and there were a few tables open so we got seated immediately. The worse part about this experience was every time someone would open the door, which was about every 5 mins, it dropped the restaurant tempt to a toast 37F. Needless to say, we sat, we ate, and we left. STAFF: Very minimal interaction with the staff so its hard to say they were overly friendly or helpful. When we got seated, someone brought water immediately which is great. After a few mins, a waitress came over and took our order. Other than that, we didnt get checked on until we were done and they asked if we wanted the check. FOOD: The food was tasty and came out quick which was a huge plus since I didnt want to stay in the restaurant long due to the constant influx of cold air coming from the outside. - Spicy tuna taco: This was a back up order since they didnt have the spicy salmon taco available. Good crunch to the taco and good flavor of the poke. - Chef's special: Kaarage ramen: Broth was flavorful and the kaarage wasnt completely soft from sitting in the broth. The only change would be to swap out the thin noodles it comes with to the thicker ramen noodle. - Tonkatsu spicy: Broth was very good, the chashu had a good braise and good amount of fat. I wish the slice was a little bigger as this is the smallest piece of chashu i've been given in a ramen. I loved the thicker ramen noodle it came with. I am very surprise the lack of topping it automatically gets included. You can obviously add extra topping for a fee but wish it came with more.
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Katherine L.

Yelp
More like 3.5 stars but I'll give it 4 for good service. I was in the mood for ramen and decided to try this place as it's close. Not the best ramen by far but it's good enough and ok. I ordered the original tonkotsu. Wish it was creamier. My husband got the black tonkotsu and his broth was pretty watered down...not good. We also ordered the crispy salmon rice- that was yummy. Overall I'd probably only come back occasionally for convenience sake. The service here is really nice though- very toddler friendly.

Mary J.

Yelp
it's okay. i need to add more seasoning to get the flavor of the broth. is not the same like before, maybe they change the owner? the only thing is really good is their chicken karaage.
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Olivia S.

Yelp
Came here on a busy night and was quickly seated and ordered. Nice indoor seating with extensive online menu. Got our food quickly and we both got the Tonkatsu black, which were both good. I've had some better ramen but it was good in a pinch after a long day.
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Sarah E.

Yelp
Brussels Sprouts TempuraJinya Tonkotsu Black Noodles Decent ramen place but the cha siu meat pieces came out kind of cold.
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Jessica D.

Yelp
Wow. Please eat here. I had the karaage chicken ramen and added corn and ate every last spoonful. Servers were very attentive and quick. A little spendy, but worth it.
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Tammy L.

Yelp
Really solid bowl of ramen with an amazing soft-boiled egg. The flavors are strong, but you don't feel so heavy afterwards like with most bowls of ramen. Waiters were also nice and attentive, and I was shocked at how quickly my food came out! Their menu also has vegan and gluten-free options which is unique. The only thing I would note is the chasu pork has a smoked flavor almost like bacon -- not really my thing.
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Chris C.

Yelp
everything about this place was nothing less than amazing last night, the service, the amazing food, possibly the best budget Japanese crispy chicken around town, so so good! my favorite was the creamy vegan ramen that they offer, feels very clean. 10/10. trying this place next time for happy hour :)
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Kishi M.

Yelp
Having tried almost ALL the Ramen joints on the eastside, this is THE ONE, and for several reasons.. - The Ramen was almost perfect and the Char Siu was so delectably soft and cooked just right. The broth was very very flavorful and it was as perfect a bowl as can be - The service was too notch, the hosts were very attentive and super polite - It took literally minutes for the food to arrive I plan on coming here repeatedly and very much pleased that the experience was much better than expected