Kin NoTori Ramen Bar Midtown Atlanta

Amazing customer service! I randomly searched “ramen near me” and stumbled on Kin No Tori—and wow, I’m glad I did. Hands down the best ramen I’ve had in a long time. I ordered the Spicy Miso with extra mushrooms and edamame—10/10! The front hostess was so warm and welcoming. This spot is officially my new go-to.

This was my first time here, and I was welcomed with opened arms. The service was excellent. Several different ppl checked on us to make sure everything was good, and it was, no complaints at all. I'm not a huge fan of ramon, but as a first-timer, this won't be last time eating it. The appetizer was amazing! (7 peppers fries + Takoyaki) and my Yasai Ramon w/ fried garlic. 5/5 - definitely will be back.

This is our go to spot to unwind and also to celebrate. We love the miso ramen with shrimp, and the chicken teriyaki and rice . The portions are satisfying. The absolute best drinks ever are the plum margarita and plum tea (yes we’ve tried other flavors). You’ll appreciate the hospitality and food. Defiantly a must when you’re in the Ponce City Market area!

We had the seafood ramen and the black tonkotsu ramen, as well as the fried veggie gyoza and the spicy cucumber. Everything was excellent! The only complaint would be that the seafood ramen came with a single scallop (the menu says “scallops” which would imply more than one scallop…). Other than that, terrific. The cocktails were also nice .

Superb! The food was outstanding Hot and delicious. Noddles were tender like it should be and both was tasteful also you can pick how hot you want your ramen. So if you want some of the best ramen in town come here you won't be disappointed. The service was incredible, Thank you Jacob!. Ths restaurant is vibe.

It’s very rare that food impresses me, but I was completely blown away by the flavor in every dish they served. The seafood ramen was the perfect spice level…enough to have my nose running 😂. My wife had one small issue with the chicken and rice dish and they replaced it immediately with a shrimp paste that was awesome. Listen, this just became my go-to place for Ramen. Perfect timing for the winter coming in.

This is no joke the best ramen I’ve ever had. The garlic taste was on point, the broth was rich and flavorful, the pork belly was so tender, and I’ve never before eaten mushrooms that I actually enjoyed. It breaks my heart that I’ll only be in Atlanta for a week longer, because I know I’ll be longing for this bowl of noodles for the rest of my life. I often feel awkward going into restaurants alone as a solo traveler, but the simple bar seating was nice and I really enjoyed it. The atmosphere was perfect too- very cozy and welcoming. My waitress consistently checked on how I was doing and if I was enjoying my food. The staff was super friendly and all seemed to be enjoying working together. Overall this is one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve ever had, and I don’t think my review writing skills can do it enough justice. Thank you for the great food! 🍜

So good!! The spicy cucumber and shrimp shumai apps were amazing. The chicken karaage was a little over cooked/tough but the flavor was still great. Both of our ramens were amazing too, best I’ve had in Atlanta so far. Service was awesome and so was my plum margarita.

Everything here was great, the food was delicious. I can't say for sure that this was the best ramen I've ever had, because I normally don't like to compare one place with another, but this ramen was very good. The truffle fries were also top notch. The service was great, very attentive to us. The ambience of the place itself is great, lots of Asian culture in one cozy place. If you're ever in Atlanta, this place is a must go.

This was a straight little thing that I came up on, everybody was Very nice and attentive. I was out and about and near Ponce and I stopped in. Not the biggest layout so be aware of that when you come. But I feel like they could still be enough space. They have a ramen bar setting there so you can probably find a sink there if you can't find a table. Tori was my waitress and she took really good care of me. She answered any questions or she gave me plenty of time to look over the menu. She even stood around to talk for a few minutes, which I appreciate it. They do have a bar so just be aware of that You're looking at something to drink. To be fair it's not the biggest bar in the world so if you're just trying to go ahead and go for drinks, they may not have all you need but if you just want to nice drink with a meal this is actually not too bad. Fried squid legs - these were good, I had no issue with him. They were fried pretty well and what came with them was very tasty. Non niku - This was a really good ramen dish and I added pork belly. I also added an egg since no bowl comes with an egg here, which is really strange because I feel like every ramen spot has the egg already part of the bowl itself. I don't know if they're just trying to make extra money by nickling and diming, but it was odd. I got it middle of the road heat level and let me tell you it was very impactful. That heat was strong! Honestly I'm going to be 100% transparent, I don't know if I could have went a little further with the heat than I did. I'm already throwing down waters to try to curve it a little bit, but it wasn't like a hateful heat lol, it was a pleasant and friendly heat because the heat was associated with the flavor. If you like spice, they have plenty of options so I would definitely suggest it but just ask them before you pick a spice level lol. All in all, a decent spot and I would go back.

Casual ramen bar with appetizers and flavorful broth options! Setting: Cozy, yet casual and enough seating for smaller to medium sized parties. Large parties should be ready for a wait. Service: I've had mixed experiences! Staff can be quick and attentive or not as much. Food: The menu features ramen, appetizers, and other options. From these I would recommend the seafood ramen, spicy cucumber, and takoyaki. They have vegetarian options too!

I've gotten takeout here before and always enjoyed it, finally came to eat inside the restaurant with a friend and sat at the little bar. The food is actually better in person I think (plus the lychee martini I got was amazing so that didn't hurt). We both got different ramens, the broth in both were well flavored and the toppings and noodles are good portions! We also got the fried squid legs which I also liked. The restaurant is small but it's cute and the staff are nice and also efficient. I loved it!

Absolutely incredible. We came in 30 minutes before close (not something we ever do) but we were hungry and options were super limited. The service was great from the beginning until we left. We ordered and had our food within 5 minutes. I had the Tori broth with spice level 2 (it wasn't spicy, so if you like spice I'd definitely recommend going 3-5) with added corn and pork belly. Get the pork belly! I was absolutely blown away by it. The place is small, but it's super cute and not cramped.

We stopped in for an earlier dinner (6:30ish) and found a good crowd. There was a small wait for a table so we took a couple of the remaining seats at the bar. The menu is focused on ramen, with don options as well. We ordered the spicy cucumber to start. It comes out and is a sliced cucumber with sauce throughout. Such a clever presentation. We both ordered ramen for dinner and joined the clean plate club afterwards. I had the Ichiran ramen and Hubs did the garlic tomkatsu. The pork broth was rich. The noodles are thin and more authentic. They gave us some spices to add heat. Service was friendly and attentive. Real gem!

Something about a nice bowl of Ramen on a rainy day is always a hit! If you go here you HAVE to try their Buns because they are absolutely DELICIOUS! Perfect amount of flavor and texture. I had a Spicy Miso Ramen and the spice will give you a good little kick! If you like spicy food then their different level of spice will be enjoyable for you. I do wish their Ramen came with more in it vs. having to add extra toppings for an additional charge. It does start to add up eventually. I would definitely say their appetizers are my favorite! We went during lunch and they do run a special for an average timeframe. This restaurant has pretty solid service! You won't be waiting long for your food because the cooks are efficient and maximize their time. The seating is very snug as it is a little smaller than it may look when you get inside. Therefore, I do not recommend going with a large party. I would say 4-6 max if you want to sit comfortably. Because it's in a plaza, there is tons of parking!

I enjoy the ramen at Kin No Tori. It's a pretty small space, so sometimes there is a small wait, but it's worth it. The spicy seafood ramen with whole shrimp is my favorite, and my kids love to get the seafood ramen with fried shrimp. Both deliver noodles with a great texture and flavorful broth. The fried squid legs are delicious, the takoyaki OK. Service is mixed, sometimes quick and attentive, other times I have to work to get things like menus and place an order. Fortunately the core ramen is good enough to make it worth visiting when I'm on this side of midtown.

Nin'niku w/ grilled chicken + egg, bamboo shoots, and seaweed: 9/10 With 200+ reviews and 4.5 stars, i was curious to see what the hype was about with @kinnotori . Having tried it, now i understand!! It is a small little restaurant with only about 7ish tables. I loved the energy from the host once i walked in, and our server was also great! They have a good sized menu with various appetizers, ramen, and rice bowls. I'm a garlic lover, so i ordered the Nin'niku with a 1 spice level which was perfect. The portion was very large for the price and it was full of flavor. I highly recommend trying this ramen spot and i will be back for more the next time i'm in the area!!

This location is like a sweet hole in the wall that the best service! They were so nice and quick and the food was great! The ramen was delicious and the black tonkotsu ramen had a great broth! The buns were so fluffy and delish and the lychee martini was so refreshing!! Will definitely come again!

The ramen was phenomenal and that is an understatement. The fried shrimp and fried chicken changed my life! The mango margarita mmm mmm mmm. The waitress was also the bartender, she was great and attentive! She answered my ramen questions lol. The place was cute with a lot of anime figurines and stickers everywhere. Overall 10/10. We went on Sunday at 9pm

Went out for ramen yesterday for my birthday!! Got the Spicy Miso! It was very good. Added an egg and garlic butter My daughter who love super spicy got the Hiro Chashu ramen with the Utla Spicy Bomb said it was very spicy even for themmy husband got the Shoyu Miso pretty good as well! Also got the chicken gyoza, fried, & the pork boa buns. Staff very friendly and good came out fast

I decided to try this place after reading a review of someone from Japan and Chicago area. My favorite ramen is in Chicago and I've also visited Japan a few times so I felt I absolutely had to try this place. The review was right- this place is now in my top 3 favorite ramen places! Parking is a little hectic because it's across from Ponce city market. The space is small. 3 tables of 2, 3 tables of 4, 10 individual counter top seats, and one table that could probably seat 6. There's one bathroom for women and one for men. They were clean. The staff was nice and attentive. Ordered the fried chicken gyoza. It was really good. I got the black tonkutsu with both pork chaschu and pork belly. It was really good. I also added the ultra spicy bomb- it was VERY spicy so I'd advised only adding a little. I made the mistake of putting in half and regretted it. My SO ordered the spicy miso with pork belly. It wasn't very spicy in my opinion but he liked it. I can't wait to come back here!

The food was different from what we're use to eating. Although it's not bad it's also not one of my favs. Everybody opinions are different.

Very fast! A little pricey and I wish there was more noodles, but everything else was good. Also wish there was more seating but the environment was good and not too intense- good for kids. Service was nice and they filled up my water without me asking

The best vegetarian ramen I had everrrrr so much flavor and umami and you can even make it vegan by changing the egg noodles to kale noodles! The service was also amazing the staff are all very friendly. I love it! I can't wait to come back this will be my to go ramen spot in the city!

I've been meaning to check out this place so we stopped in to grab a quick bite. The space is small but comfy and the service was good. All the food was quite tasty and I loved the chicken buns. The chicken the moist and had really good flavor. The service was quick and rhetorical food was fresh. Will definitely be back

Good ramen spot right outside if Ponce Market if you're looking for a less crowded area to chill. The restaurant is quite small so would be easier for 1 or 2 people without any reservation. I like that they let you choose the protein of your choice. The roasted char siu was solid

2nd time visiting while out of town. I had the non niku ramen with chicken on the side. I enjoyed my meal. We had to remind the waiters about our plum wine. We were going to order more food and drinks but the owner I assume kept taking the menu for whatever reason.. ramen was good this time but I think I'd try another place in the future. Do try.

Best spicy cucumber known to man! The ramen was also exceptionally tasty. I took my younger cousin for a galentines date and she loved it as well. The service was also so bomb and they were just overall amazingly kind!

I come here often for lunch or dinner and it never disappoints. Their raman is top notch! They often bring in season options too. Their menu is limited but what they do offer is always amazing.

Food was amazing ! I recommend the spicy miso soup. Server Africa was great and gave us good recommendations. Hidden Gem!

Good service and innovative combinations. The hot paste is offered on the side, and itteally hot.

Good as always, unfortunately, I'm not sure I can justify the huge price increase. $16-18 for ramen. Now, you'll end up paying close to $20 for a ramen plate adding the extra toppings that ramen should have. Don't get me wrong their ramen is great, but not exceptionally great to justify the cost. This is probably the last time I'll visit this place. I'll look around, there's many other great places. One note though, both eggs on our ramen were undercooked. But I believe in isolated incidents, so not a big deal for me.

First thing's first, if you haven't eaten here, run. Run or drive as fast as you can, their ramen here is AMAZING. I'm very picky about ramen, or, hold it to a high standard. My favorite ramen spot is in Houston, Texas and I've tried numerous ramen restaurants and none have ever shone a light compared to Koji's. Kinnotori, you've seriously done the impossible. I'm so happy I finally found another ramen place I like as much as the one from back home! I've tried ramen in New York City, various cities in Texas and one other one here in Atlanta. Kinnotori is the first one that's really wowed me aside from my other fave. The flavors in the Ultra Spicy Ramen (I got spice level three) are phenomenal, and the seasoned ramen egg is to die for. I added braised pork belly rather than the fried chicken, and I don't regret it at all. The marinade that had seeped into the meat left me speechless; it basically made the meat so tender it melted in my mouth along with the broth from the ramen. I felt like I was in heaven. My boyfriend got the Spicy Miso Ramen with a side of the spicy paste used in the Ultra Spicy, and had pork chashu added to his. His was also spectacular, I'm pretty much convinced with just these two dishes alone that there is no way in Hell that this establishment has anything bad on their menu. Our server was super friendly, chatty, helpful and professional. Honestly, everyone that worked there was very sweet and made our day better just by being there. They gave us a wonderful experience! The ambiance is also super nice, I like the little pillows they have on some of their seating and I like the neon signs and the lighting colors. Also, if you like Old Fashioned cocktails, apparently this place has some pretty good ones. My boyfriend is also notoriously picky about that drink and he said it was the best Old Fashioned he's had going out in quite some time. The cocktail I had was also pretty good! It was the Plum Tea Margarita I think? I don't know, either way it was also really good! Sorry for the long review, I just wanted to thoroughly say how much I loved eating here, I would love to see this business grow because they really deserve it. My boyfriend and I will probably make this a regular spot we go to.

The ramen I ordered via uber eats was cold and flavorless. It had also spilled all over the poor guys car. I could not eat it

I've lived in Japan and Chicago, and so far this is the best ramen I've had in Atlanta

Kinnotori Ramen Bar is top tier. I appreciate the botique design of the restaurant. Once you enter, you feel a level of calmness as if you stepped inside a different world. The food is packed with so much flavor,prepared fresh to order. I had the fried gyoza and the spicy Ramen with pork belly. It was soooo delicious! Additionally, my server was friendly and attentive. This establishment is a pocket of joy as I left feeling full and happy ! Five stars all around!

Great service and delicious food. The broth from the ramen is bowl licking fantastic.

Ramen was amazing. definitely my new favorite spot in midtown. takeout order but interested to experience eating inside next time. I ordered the Yasai Spicy Ramen & veggie gyozas.

Don't sleep on this tiny ramen shop across the street from Ponce City Market. I originally came to the area to try a ramen stall in the market, but I was lured into Kinnotori instead based on the Yelp reviews. I am usually a traditional tonkatsu ramen person, but at the urging of Yelp I tried the chicken ramen instead. It was amazing! Service was good, even though they were busy. They have counter seats as well as tables. They also seemed to be doing brisk takeout business. I was there around 130-200 on a Saturday, so a little past what you might think of as the lunch rush, and they still had plenty of customers. Apparently the word is out on this one!

Service was top tier and the food was even better! I recommend anybody that loves ramen to check this place out!

We came here for an early Saturday lunch. We got prime parking in the lot since we were so early! The waitress was prompt and helpful. She got my order of shiitake buns, fried chicken buns, and pork buns in right away. They were brought out quickly and devoted immediately. I love, love the shiitake buns and my meat eater family members ate the other buns greedily! We also ordered four different ramen soups which one can get with or without meat. The kids really enjoy the food here and I wish I lived closer, because I would come here weekly!

Good ramen place. We ordered fried squid as a side. it was great and we could just go for that too. Service is good. But $3.50 for a can of Coke is a bit pricey?

Love, love, love this place! My favorite is the seafood ramen! I have enjoyed everything I have ever ordered here!

Definitely delicious!! Give these folks a try and you will be delighted! Best ramen I've had since I've been in Georgia.

We ordered some Japanese Curry as an appetizer, and it was delicious. The ramen we all got was also just as good.

Kinnotori is a small ramen shop nearby the Ponce City Market littered with anime figurines. When we got there there was about a 20-minute wait time (one party in front of us), partially because it is such a small shop, but it was absolutely worth the wait. I started off with a hot yuzu/citron tea which was perfectly sweetened and warm for a windy Atlanta day! Tori Paitan Ramen - The noodles were springy and starchy. Chicken was perfectly cooked inside but still crispy. The soy sauce egg was also perfectly cooked with a gooey center. The broth was opaque with a nice balance of salty and chicken umami. Honestly, just so incredible that anyone who likes chicken would love to try this one! Midori Kale Ramen - A clear shiitake and shoyu broth with bean sprouts, onion, kale, and scallions topped with fried tofu over kale noodles. Very good for anyone who loves a veggie palate or something light. Definitely a winner, whether or not you are vegan, as it has that delicious veggie umami with a smooth flavor. Overall, this place was an incredibly efficient operation. We got our ramen before the appetizer (as other reviewers also mentioned) but it was within minutes of ordering. Great service. I would definitely come back!

Very tight seating, quick friendly service We had Sapporo drafts and the spicy chicken ramen. The food was hot and comes out really fast. We actually ordered extra spicy chicken for about $3. You can customize the heat and pick from a wide selection of add-ons to the ramen. The noodles were ok, the broth was pretty good. Not a good location for a big group, but still there was a comfortable amount of space for a group of 3.

First night in Atlanta, my brother and I had a wonderful dinner at Kinnotori. We were sat at the two-seater bar. Our waitress, Stellina (hope I spelled her name right) was amazing!!!! She was extremely welcoming and attentive. Even though she was also the bartender, she always checked up on us and made sure we had everything we needed. She made our experience awesome!!! The spicy tori paitan ramen was very flavorful and I loved the addition of the chashu was the perfect balance between fatty and meat. The add-ons were perfect and made my ramen all the more enjoyable. My brother got the spicy miso, and he said it was okay. For apps, we got the takoyaki, which was not as hot as we expected. I'm used to burning my mouth whenever eating these squid balls so it was a surprise to find them not so hot. We also got the karaage, which was pretty basic fried chicken. It didn't come with any sauce in particular, just salt. We asked for some katsu sauce to go with it, turned out okay. Overall, the place had a nice ambiance and a chill after work vibe. I really liked their interior and the little anime stickers everywhere. Would definitely recommend!!!

The ramen was absolutely delicious! This hidden gem packs a mean punch. The only thing I was not too thrilled about was the fried chicken appetizer. It was a little bland. Other than that this place gets a 5/5 in my book

You can find Kin No Tori Ramen at 650 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Ste 810A Atlanta, GA 30308 - this is in the shopping center across from Ponce City Market in the buildings facing the main row occupied by The Home Depot. I've been parking in the main lot and crossing the road, just be very careful as the people driving in this lot have very little concern for most pedestrians. Kin No Tori focuses on a fairly specific Japanese style of ramen that focuses on chicken and chicken broth. I've had occasion to eat here a few times and really like the interior and service. This is a cross between classic Japanese with exposed wood surfaces, and modern industrial with lightweight metal chairs. I especially liked the smiling-kitty drink cups. The ramen is very well made with a strong chicken broth and generous pieces of chicken - everything I've had is very fresh - of course I spiced things up a bit and found the spicy ramen to be hot but very manageable. Service was very quick (I usually sit at the bar as I'm by myself) - the ramen is built to order so you'll need to wait on the noodles. Overall I dig this place quite a bit - the service is fast and the food is good - there are several ramen options nearby but this has become a favorite when visiting the Home Depot - it's certainly easier and cheaper (since the parking is free) than visiting the restaurants in Ponce City Market.

This place is definitely now one of my top favorite ramen spots! The broth was very yummy, as were all of the toppings! Best bamboo shoot I have had, and they give you plenty too. I added shitake mushrooms & they were yummy. The fried chicken appetizer is so crispy, and the salt dipping is yummy for this appetizer. Definitely coming back :)

Kinnotori is one of our go to ramen places. Somehow we always get takeout and have never eaten in, probably a habit we got into during the height of the pandemic. We definitely want to eat in at some pt, but from my experiences picking up food the people we've interacted with have been very nice! We really like the wide variety of ramen here and my usual dinner buddy who is vegetarian says their veg ramen is one of the better ones around.

So I found this place on Tiktok and decided to give it a try. Most of the time Tiktok places are pretty average, but this place was AMAZING. So my order- the ultimate spicy ramen (added brussels sprouts, spice level 3). They let you choose your spice level 1-5, so I decided to go right in the middle. I eat spicy food very often, and let me tell you, that thang had my nose running for its life. AND I LOVED EVERY SECOND OF IT. Flavor profile was amazing, the egg was perfectly flavored and textured (I've had some real weird ramen eggs before), pork belly melts in your mouth, fried chicken was delicious, broth flavorful, noodles super fresh. Now if that wasn't enough, let me just say this- some of the best service I've had at a restaurant in a long time. I'm super bummed I don't remember the servers name, but he was just an angel. Even offered to charge my phone while we ate because he overhead me say my phone had died. Super knowledgeable when explaining the spice level profiles as well! At the end of our meal, he served us some special tea, (pear infused I believe?) on the house. It was delicious. This ambience was adorable, dark, moody, kitchen right in front of you, good music playing, small tables. Reminded me of some hole in the wall in the middle of a big city. Literally have been thinking about that place since I left. Can't wait to return.

Great ramen. Great atmosphere. Great service. Highly recommend to anyone looking for some good ramen at a great price in and around the city.

The broth was way too salty. This seems to be a common theme with all restaurants nowadays. We had the spicy miso and the honey miso ramen, and both had the same issue of being extremely salty.

This was my first time at this restaurant. I didn't eat in, I grabbed some food to go. The food was amazing! I'm thinking about going back tomorrow. The server was really fast. While I waited for my order, before I could pour my coke it was ready!

The place is pretty small, but the decor is gorgeous so it has the vibe for a perfect intimate date night. We were seated pretty quickly on a Sunday evening and our server was very personable! He made great recommendations across the menu and even looked out for my dietary restrictions. I got ramen at the spiciest level (level 5) which was HOT but so delicious! The kale noodles were perfect and the crispy tofu magically remained firm even while swimming in broth. Definitely try the plum tea, we each had three cups and took one to go!

5 million stars!!! I got nin Niku with fried chicken and chicken gyoza, and for dessert- the ichago. Everything was so great. And our server Ferg was amazing as well!!!