JINYA Ramen Bar - Poncey Highland

The food was super delicious , we had Melo as our server and they were super attentive and really friendly. Melo made sure to ask if we had any questions or option recommendations since it was our first time and it was highly appreciated.

Yuck. Save your time and money and make your own $1 instant ramen at home. I couldn't even eat the salad. It tasted like it came out of a bag and the dressing tasted terrible. Flavors suck here and overpriced for not fresh food. It tastes like it comes out of a jar. I took some leftovers home and tried to eat them the next day and couldn't even eat them.

easily my all time fav ramen in the world! i love how veg friendly their menu is! the drink menu isn't that great but it was fun to try a new drink - i got the matcha lychee drink. you can't really taste the lychee.

BEST RAMEN ATLANTA. I love ramen and always try tonkotsu ramen at new restaurants for comparison. Jinya Tonkotsu Black: Crazy fatty rich broth. My favorite ramen texture thin and chewy QQ 很精致. Pork belly full of flavor melt in your mouth. Soy egg perfect yolk like honey like liquid gold. I am confused by reviewers who say "yuck". We must have very different genetic dispositions for food. This is the farthest you can ever get from "yuck". It is YUM! Service was very nice and food came SO QUICKLY I was taken aback. I sat at the bar and the atmosphere was so cozy. Restaurant is clean, organized, and beautifully decorated. And of course, the price was right. $18 ramen. You can't complain about that. 10/10!!!! :)

I’ve literally been to almost all the JINYA locations and I’ve only ever experienced great service. Even the more…I absolutely love a good ramen and this place NEVER disappoints. My go to is the Flying Vegan Harvest w/a seasoned Egg and Thin noodles. I also swap the broth for the spicy creamy vegan broth sometimes to switch it up but both are amazing! This is the spot for top tier ramen!

I’ve been to this restaurant several times, but my recent visit was disappointing enough that I doubt I’ll return. While I don’t mind paying for quality, the portion sizes have consistently shrunk with each visit, and this time it felt like a rip-off. I was charged $2.50 for two small spears of broccolini and $3.80 for a tiny scoop of Impossible meat soboro. When I brought it up, I was told by the staff and manager that the portions are pre-measured, and the pricing is out of their control. While the staff was polite, it doesn’t justify the steadily shrinking portions and high prices. The inconsistency in portion sizes and lack of value for money make it hard to recommend this restaurant. With so many great restaurant options nearby, it's wiser to spend your money elsewhere.

The food and service here is ALWAYS wonderful! I usually order on UberEats but whenever I dine in its always great service, good ramen and a good cocktail.

We came to this Jinya after homecoming and it was literally the highlight of our night. JoJo took such great care of us. She had great service and came thru with the recommendations. I got EXACTLY what I wanted thanks to her. We love JoJo and will definitely be back! If y’all goto the Poncey Highland location make sure to ask for JoJo and take good care of her!

Dinner date! Cute spot. Ample parking out back despite store front appearance. Very friendly staff. My friend had never experienced Ramen so i decided to take her out. It's considered a chain but the food is solid. I got us Lycheetinis to start the service. Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen for my entree (not too spicy very smooth) and we shared the Jinya Bun, sautéed broccolini, and creamy shrimp tempura. I ordered a Cucumber refresher for myself to wash it all down. For dessert, we shared the chocolate and green tea mochi and the panna cotta. Great way to finish a meal. Every item we ordered was really good. A lot of great options to choose from. Definitely recommend.

Ramen turned chain food. Apparently JINYA has 60+ restaurants in the U.S. and Canada. Everything was good. Nothing was great. Prices are pretty economical and the portions are large. I don't think we are JINYA's prime demographic. At Saturday lunch there were loads of parents with children. Service was ok.

Walked into this beautiful small restaurant, decor very nice and greeted very quickly to which I sat at the bar. I got some hot sake because it's cold outside and nothings better then a little warm pick me up! I decided to get the basic Jiyen black I believe is the name. I added bamboo shoots as well as shrimp wontons. Perfect taste of the broth and the waitress was very nice and attentive.

From the moment we stepped in and were greeted with an enthusiastic "irasshai!" (which I later learned means "welcome"), the energy was contagious. It's a space that feels both dynamic and comforting--a perfect set-up for a warm, delicious meal AND accommodating for all group sizes. We went for a lunch date on Saturday and sat at the bar, since it was just the two of us. We started with the salmon poké tacos (DELICIOUS...I could eat 20 of those if you let me) and for our main course, we both ordered ramen (the JINYA Tonkotsu Black). Creamy broth...sheets of seaweed bringing umami flavors...and then the noodles and toppings tied it all together so beautifully. Everything arrived quickly without feeling rushed, which was nice. So while our visit wasn't long, we left thoroughly satisfied--full in every sense of the word.

Perfect for a mid-week date night! Loved the environment although the tables are kind of tight: do not go expecting intimacy, but rather good tasty ramen. I would definitely recommend getting a reservation early as sometimes you may have a wait. Service and food moves very quick.

I have heard this is a popular ramen spot. It is conveniently located on ponce de leon and next to East Pole Coffee. There's a paid parking lot right next to it. When we walked in, we were greeted immediately. There are bar and wooden table seating with some outside for the nice weather days. I like that they have a happy hour on their menu with a few options. We got the premium tonkatsu red and jinya tonkatsu black- both very popular signature bowls. Our waitress also asked if we wanted everything included in the description and if we wanted to add anything else. I like that you can choose to add more toppings at a set price, including a serving of ramen. The spice level of the red tonkatsu can be adjusted, but you have to pay an additional $1.00 for a spice level above 6. For no additional charge, you can have a side of fresh garlic. They were really nice when I was asking for recommendations and a reference level for the spice level. I wound up getting #4, which was a good spicy challenge for me. It's around buldak spicy level, but definitely spicier than shin ramen, sriracha, and kimchi. The black tonkatsu had a delicious broth with well cooked noodles and soft meat. I love that they have an app for rewards and online ordering. I had a birthday reward for a dessert plate, which came with a panna conna and a matcha mochi. It was delicious, very soft and adequate sweetness.

4.3/5 Came to have early dinner with a friend. I went with our waiter's recommendation and ordered the spicy creamy vegan ramen. But I replaced the tofu with chicken and added an egg. It was really tasty, I would definitely order it again but make it spicier. My friend ordered his usual, the JINYA chicken ramen which he enjoyed as always. We had the edamame on the side and we tried the mango sake. The edamame had a nice amount of salt, I wasn't too sold on the sake though. Very nice place for a casual outing, they have a parking lot and some street parking for pay and they do not validate. Would come back again.

Very yummy lunch! My workplace ordered takeout from here today. While I normally would choose a ramen, I went with something lower calorie since I'm trying to get back on track. I appreciated that the menu online offered the caloric counts. I decided to go with the small chicken chashu bowl, and asked for some soy sauce and spicy sauce on the side. I received both and mixed them into my bowl. It tasted fresh, flavorful, and delicious, and looked beautiful as well.

Wanted Ramen and was recommended to try this place by my hair stylist. Walked in at 6pm and literally 1 person was dining in while 10 were taking it to-go...I was seated right away, thankfully too because it was packed out within 20 minutes. The layout is intimate, clean , soft lighting with lots of windows. My server (Tara) was prompt, attentive and kept my water glass full the entire service. She was very courteous and considerate of my requests. The kitchen has an open layout and anyone can see into it. Great place for a solo visit, a date or a friend-date. The restrooms, tables and floors were very clean! (That's huge for me ). I ordered the Jinya Tonkotsu Original, a combo add of pork gyoza and the food is fantastic! The gyoza is hands down the best I've had in Georgia, the Ramen is delicious but I couldn't eat all of it... my eyes were bigger than my stomach. The team on the line executing the orders were amazing. They moved in a perfect rhythm like they have worked together for years. Fantastic all around experience, no doubt though my early timing played a factor beating the rush, but even after the crowd came, the team on the line kept cranking out the orders. Very smooth and consistent.

Really cute ramen bar. This was my first time trying ramen. I ordered the vegan red ramen and added shrimp wonton. They have a plethora of options to add to your ramen and quite a few vegan options which is very nice! I used the sauces to spices the ramen to my liking. I enjoyed the broth and the noodles were thick and tasty. I did not eat all my ramen so I found the serving size to be nice. I found the price to be decent as well. Service was timely and friendly. My total was roughly $21, which wasn't bad for lunch. Parking is free which is always a plus! Overall good experience.

I am currently im currentky trying to process how my order totaled up to 80 dollars. This is my first experience with ramen, and it is safe to say that I will not be returning to this particular establishment. We shared the following: Shrimp tempura - 7/10 A standard bang bang shrimp dish Arguably the highlight of the menu Hot tea A single tea bag priced at 3 dollars Is this a joke? Tonkotsu spicy 1/10 one piece of pork belly and additional charges for every side dish Charging 3 dollars for a spoonful of corn is outrageous Broccoli Brussels sprouts, and extra broth! I also ordered a lychee drink I cannot recall the name, but it certainly did not justify its price! The service was satisfactory. However, the quality of the food and the pricing did not align

I came here with my fiancé, his family, and a friend. We were seated pretty quickly however after that the service went down hill... Our waitress didn't check in with us, without us calling her over and was not very friendly. While my mother in law was ordering, in the middle of speaking, the waitress walked away to another table to give them silverware... The overall ambiance of the restaurant was nice and clean. The food was about a 3.5/5. I ordered the spicy chicken ramen and Jinya bun. Everyone else ordered various ramens, a rice bowl, and octopus balls. I'm allergic to all seafood so I wasn't able to try all the other dishes but everyone said the octopus balls were the most flavorful thing. The Jinya bun was a very nice texture and the sauce was good I just wish there was a little more sauce or glaze on the meat. I don't fell it was worth $5 for one. I tried the Pork Gyoza they were okay. Regarding my spicy chicken ramen, it was also just okay. I had to add a lot of seasoning and hot sauce to it. I was expecting it to be more flavorful, it tasted like something was missing. Overall the food was decent it just wasn't amazing, the ambiance is nice, but our waitress was terrible.

My original lunch plans didn't work out, but Jinya saved the day! Location and Parking Located in a shopping center on Ponce, parking is free and located in a lot on the side of the building. Venue and Atmosphere The space is small, but seating is maximized with high and low tables, as well as booths. There is an open kitchen at the rear. The lighing is dim hwever there are large windows. Service Service was prompt, courteous, and efficient. Food and Beverages I had the chef's special with pork, spinach, and wide noodles. It was tasty and ur server confirmed that it was delicious and assured me I made the right choice. I added a little bit of hot sauce and it was perfect. Flavors were well balanced and it wasn't served too hot. Verdict I'll be back!

Service was so quick! There's a paid parking lot in the back that's not too expensive, and lots of seating inside at low tops, high tops, and the bar area. We tried four different appetizers, two drinks, and two ramens. Everything was delicious! Only complaint is the tables are a little close together, but so worth it!

It's a small but cozy atmosphere. All of the tables are bunched together. My service was okay, but once I mentioned how the broth tasted off and that I no longer wanted my food, I got an extreme cold shoulder from my server. Also, Jinya used to give you a good amount of meat, but now it's just 2 small pieces. The food is not worth the price.

I met a friend for dinner. We really wanted a nice meal with cocktails. We have been to other locations and decided to visit this one because of the distance for both of us. There was only 4 cocktails to choose from which was surprising. I ordered a Lychee Mojito which was small but good and my friend had a Yuzi drink. We both had the Spicy Chicken Ramen which I added a seasoned egg to mine. It was ok kind of bland for it to have so much onion, broth and spinach. I added a lot of seasoning and hot sauce to mine. It didn't take long to get seated but would recommend mirroring some of the other locations like Buckhead to be better.

This is a Great place to bring a date. Walking into the restaurant the ambiance was welcoming, warm, and modern. Dining area was clean and orderly. Bathrooms were clean and items stocked. The service was very responsive and accurate. The server was helpful addressing our item questions. I had the tonkotsu black ramen soup which was deemed the most popular based on the server. Soup broth was very flavorful, hearty, and zesty. Soup contents had right amount of noodles, great quality pork loin slices, and vegetables. This soup was much better than Okiburo restaurant in my opinion. I will go there again and I recommend for you to try it out.

This ramen was so good . And it was a nice chill vibe I enjoyed it and would love to come back. My server was so sweet

JINYA is a chain and all, but they are consistently great. It's always a reliable place to get great ramen. You can even enjoy it when delivered through an app like Uber Eats. They send the contents of the ramen in a different container than the broth. So, when you put it all together, it's damn near as good as fresh at the restaurant. Highly recommend getting the spicy miso ramen; it's a favorite of mine.

The pictures do no justice, betrayal actually. This JINYA Tonkotsu Black* is delicious and paired so well with my Mango Mule mocktail. Also caught them at happy hour, so the Crispy Chicken I had was only $5. The customer service was amazing as well. I felt very welcome and the food came out super fast. Will definitely be back!

The food was amazing, and we had a great server to go along with it! Shout out to Tara for recommending the Brussels sprouts. They were so good we wind up ordering two orders of it! Hands down 10/10

Good ramen, excellent fried shrimp, disappointing mochi . I've had better mochi in a box. I'll skip on dessert next time I try this place. Positives: friendly customer service and chill ambiance

Good food overall. Service a bit rushed so not somewhere to sit for a long time. A bit noisy, but not too bad. Good for a weekday dinner.

On a quest to find food late night, we called Jinya and asked if we could still come in to place an order. We were aware that the closed in less than ten minutes and we may get some push back, but the server gave us the okay. When we got in, she said we could still order our food. Living in Atlanta you understand that if a restaurant closes at a certain time, the kitchen closes at least 45 mins before, so you can imagine how thankful we were. When you walk in you are greeted and welcomed by the staff. Our food was amazing, and we were so happy to be able to order off of the entire menu. The seating is a mix of community and intimate. We sat at the community which gives you enough room to enjoy your meal and not feel squeezed like an Oreo!! We will definitely be back!

Yummy ramen, fairly pricey, but large portion and worth the wait! Parking is tough, especially on the weekend.

People have their favorite ramen restaurants in their cities, and I can confidently say that JINYA is that place for me in Atlanta. I ate here on May 1st with my friend and sometime in August with my boyfriend. I ordered the seaweed salad and JINYA bun, and we shared the tuna tacos. I've tried the JINYA original ramen and the Yuzu Shio Delight. Both were delightful, and I would recommend this restaurant without hesitation.

Jinya is consistent and solid ramen. I really appreciate the customization options provided. I like the Poney Highland location, there is ample parking and on a Thursday night there was little to no wait. As we approached, we saw a party wrapping up on the patio and it was a lovely day outside. I mentioned to the host that we wanted to sit outside, he wasn't rude but did try to dissuade us from waiting. My party of 2 order the crispy tuna and one jinya bun and 2 bowls of ramen. The ramen came out before the small plates. I hate when that happens but such is life. The Black ramen hit the spot and the chicken wonton ramen with hot sauce literally warmed my soul. The jinya bun was a miss... idk if it was the large amount of mayo or I've had inauthentic buns but they were a hard no. Thick pork belly...really fluffy bao, and ransom mixed greens. The crispy rice and tuna was spot on. There is a limited drink menu like 4 cocktails, a decent assortment of sake, a few beers, wines, and non alcoholic beverages. All in all it's a good for a weeknight. Probably one of the best ramen at this price point in the city. Is it as good as ramen in Japan... nah but it scratches my western itch.

The food was delicious! I got spicy hot vegan ramen, Brussels sprout tempura, hot sake, Japanese porter, and panna cotta. Everything was good. The atmosphere is a loud, busy ramen joint. The ramen serving was huge.

I want to love this place so much and be a more regular customer....but they make it hard to love when they nickle and dime you at every corner, from no substitutions to charging you extra for everything you want in your ramen bowl, but not bring down the price for anything that you don't want. I live 2.5 blocks away...the last time they wanted to upcharge me for switching out the pork broth to chicken broth :-( This time I wanted to order online and switch the chicken out for tofu...I called, they said no substitutions, I went to order online where there is a charge for anything extra, but your bill stays the same if you remove the chicken or other items...Should a bowl of ramen really cost $20?? The food tastes great...too bad the company forces each location to operate this way.

Had the spicy vegan ramen. It was alright. Not sure if I would go again though. Good ambiance.

We went here about 2:00pm on a Sunday before a film festival at the Plaza Theater nearby. They have good ramen (veg, chicken and pork variants), tasty fried chicken, and relatively affordable draft Japanese beer. Service was quick and the decor is nice. Recommended to scratch that ramen noodle itch in the Ponce and Virginia Highlands area.

Why would you call out gluten free noodles and not be more clear that NOTHING is available that's gluten free for the noodles. None of the broths or sauces or even just veggies. Just call it a rice noodle or whatever it is but it is very misleading.

If you are looking for an authentic Japanese ramen experience, JINYA is and isn't your place. For starters you are welcomed with an Irashyaimasen! (It means welcome in Japanese for those who don't speak Japanese). The ramen noodles are cooked well but often lack flavor, they do have a snap though. The broth is good and but nothing to rave about. The pork is a hit or miss, I live close by so I stop by frequently since I crave ramen pretty often. The pork is either delightfully tender and juicy or dry and tough. No I between. The star of the bowl for me has always been the egg. The egg at least for me has always been runny and added to the richness of broth and the overall flavor. The ambience is nice but it can get crowded during peak hours. Overall this place hits the spot or rather it satisfies my itch for ramen. I have had better but this place does the job.

Would definitely come back here!! Such a good date or dinner place! FOOD: - Jinya Tonkatsu Black - 10/10: the thin noodles were filling and chewy. The pork and broth were rich. The egg was runny on the inside, and adding some chili oil made it all the better. This ramen is one of my tops in Georgia that I've tried! - Chicken Karaage - 10/10: You get three medium/large pieces of chicken that are perfectly fried and juicy. I really liked this. - Salad side - 8/10: standard salad/lettuce mix with garlic on top. Very tasty! SERVICE: The waiter was so attentive and kept checking up on us. He asked if dessert was wanted, how the food was, and if we needed anything regularly. The service was top notch. AMBIANCE: Nice dark atmosphere with plenty of seating. Wait time for dinner was about 20 minutes. Parking was plenty!

I was disappointed! I love JINYA just not this location - the service was slow and a little unfriendly. The Ramen was delicious though and we did receive it quickly - way before our appetizer. The pork gyoza's came at the end of our meal and the children's meal was served late. The ambience was nice - a little small.

I've been to this location a few times and each time they have not disappointed. The service is always great and the food is delicious. Than ambiance is nice and very casual and laid back. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and I love trying different types of ramen each time I come.

We arrived on a Thursday evening. Parking was relatively easy to find. I requested to sit outside as they were other people on the patio and it was decent weather. The hostess indicated that she needed to clean a table, but we were seated shortly after. There was one other occupied table on the patio when we were seated. We waited about 10 minutes for our waitress and when she arrived, she apologized for the delay. I remember her name is April because it was the month of April. She took our drink orders and we reviewed the menu. She returned shortly after with our drinks and took our food order. In the meantime, the other table was done with their meal and they paid and left so we were the only ones left on the patio. This is where everything went downhill. Another server came out and noticed that we were sitting at a table where there was no overhead light so she offered to move us. I appreciated that, so we move to a larger table with better lighting. About 10 minutes later, our original server, April, poked her head out of the door and noticed we were no longer at the smaller table, but then saw us at the larger table. She then went back inside. She never came back out again to check on us. She never came to see if we got our meals or if we wanted to refill our drinks I honestly think she forgot we were out there. About 20 minutes later, which we are now 40 minutes into being seated, I finally went inside and asked what was the status of our food. April claimed to be surprised that we hadn't been served yet however, as all server should had she come back to check on us she would've realized that we had not received our food . She apologized profusely and said she would check on it about five minutes later one of our orders showed up about five minutes after that one of the items in my order showed up but they were two of them. I told the server that I had not ordered two and I was afraid to take both because I didn't want to be charged for two so she left one and walked away with the duplicate. We waited another 10 minutes, April still has not come out to our table and I still did not have the rest of my order so I had to go back inside the restaurant again. APRIL again apologized and claimed she didn't know what was going on and why we didn't have our food so I had to involve the hostess and another server for someone to find my food. At this point I was ready to leave because I was hungry And dissatisfied. Finally, the remainder of my order arrived. At this point we are about an hour in. The only saving grace is that the food was absolutely delicious. Really really good. That is the only reason that I would consider giving his place another chance the next time I'm in the area.

I ordered ramen takeout from JINYA and it did not disappoint! The broth was delicious and everything arrived packaged separately so that nothing was soggy. I ordered the Tonkatsu Black and the broth was delicious with just the right amount of toppings!

I'm a huge Ramen enthusiast! I decided to try the seasonal fried karaage chicken ramen this time. While it didn't become my absolute favorite, I was open to trying something new. However, the shrimp tempura, pork belly, and ice cream selections were a big hit for me!

This is genuinely my favorite casual restaurant in Atlanta. The food is always amazing, I love the virtual waitlist function and service is great. Best vegan ramen I've ever had!

Great experience for Lunch today. I ordered the spicy chicken bowl -it was the perfect temperature and everything in my bowl had it's own distinct flavor and texture that when eaten together left you wanting more. Thank you to the wonderful staff for the attentive service and attention to detail. They were all working as a team, no matter who was passing by our table, even if they weren't our waiter, they came over to assist as needed. That exceeded my expectations, as I am big on customer service! The manager also took a moment to stop by our table to ensure we were all enjoying our meals.

I've been to Jinya before in Denver and was excited to see one in Buckhead. My friend and I wanted to fill our bellies before going to a concert and Jinya did the trick! We were seated quickly and our orders were taken promptly. The food did not take long at all either! I got the brussel sprouts tempura. Brussel sprouts are my absolute favorite veggie and this has truffle oil on top! Sold! Black garlic oil is a favorite for ramen, so whenever I see it, I gotta have it! I got the black tonkotsu ramen and it was as delicious as I remembered in Denver! Definitely recommend!

Can't ever go wrong with Jinya. This chain has opened a few locations around the Atlanta area and we seem to always end up at one of them. Their tonkatsu black is one of their favorites and most popular. I usually get the spicy just to switch it up! My wife likes the original tonkatsu the most; kinda just based on what soup broth you enjoy the most!

Jinya is what ramen dreams are made of. I can't even front, this was my first experience with "fancy" ramen. I was use to eating the instant kind out of the plastic wrap, but experiencing the ramen at Jinya changed my life! I'm never going back to the instant ramen, lol! They recently opened and didn't have an alcohol license at the time. I studied the menu prior and ended up going with the pork gyoza and shrimp wonton ramen. The gyoza was delicious! They were perfectly crispy on the bottom and contained a delicious filling. The ramen was amazing. The broth was rich and robust. It also contained a nice amount of wontons. I added crispy garlic for an additional fee and some sauce and spices that were provided. The service was friendly and efficient and I'm looking forward to returning and trying different ramen flavors.

It's definitely cute little vibe ..Came for the spicy chicken (hot) ramen and a glass of wine... perfect spicy like I like it ... my server was Cece she's was the sweetest and made sure she checked on us. The food also came how quickly which was perfect. The restaurant was not too nosey and perfect for a conversation but also music so it's not too quite.

Love the brussel sprouts. Spicy tuna is good! The chicken is sooo seasoned!! Definitely recommend for beginner or seasoned ramen eaters

I was walking in the neighborhood with my girlfriend and we decided to pay an impromptu visit to JINYA, a restaurant we had been intending to visit since they opened. I am 62 years old and was informed by my cold, dead-eyed waitress that I could not have a beer because I had no I.D. (Impromptu visit as I said) I then noticed that they carded a nearby couple who were clearly well over 70. I have noticed there is a certain kind of restaurant that cards EVERYONE no matter what and that they always have a chilly, soulless, kind-of-creepy corporate feel. (I was not surprised to find out JINYA was a chain.) Needless to say that while I thought the food was really, really good and the restaurant is a block away from my house I will never, never, never return.

This Jinya just recently opened. At the time, they didn't have their liquor license yet. But the staff is as friendly as ever at this location. Good parking, especially considering its just off Ponce de Leon. Super clean and bright interior with open windows. The food is the same (and that's a good thing) as the other locations. Everything came out hot, fresh, delicious. I always get the 5 piece chicken karaage. This location has happy hour every day as part of their new opening. Its a local chain that always delivers quality. Will definitely be going back.

Consistent, predictable, filling, and nonetheless amazing for a breezy evening dinner. The restaurant was packed and visibly understaffed. But our server Mina (?) was still speedy and attentive. Our appetizer Chicken Karage was juicy and yummy, but was a bit fatty and oily. Also came out after the ramen. Tonkatsu black: yummy with fresh garlic; Ginger chicken ramen: decent and predictable.