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    Jin Korean Restraunt

    4.2 (49 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Dwaeji Gukap- Porkbelly soup with chive and sesame seeds!  Yummmm
    Lindsey A.

    Tried this soup I saw all the Korean men eating! The waiter was so nice and said he hasn't seen an America. Try it but I was up for the challenge! I added the side seasonings he brought for a little saltiness and spiciness and it was delicious! It was the pork belly with scallions and sesame seeds. Broth definitely needed the additions! Their Kimchi is the best in town!! I will definitely order this again!!!

    Behind Zaxbys
    Min C.

    Props to Jin' s for being open on Sunday evening! Our usual go-to is another Korean restaurant named Todamgol in Lagrange, which is closer to us. This particular Sunday, however, our go-to was unexpectedly closed so we drove a bit extra to Auburn. Thankfully, their menus are very similar so we didn't have to change our selection a whole lot. If anything, Jin's had fish roe soup and spicy fried chicken that we don't come across often so we opted for those, plus our usual pork hock (jokbal). The only reason this lacked a full 5 star review is likely due to our heightened standards due to being a regular at Todamgol. We are conditioned to complimentary side soups, extra servings of rice (given our usual ~$70 takeout order), fuller cases of banchan, and larger portions. Their prices are also very similar so for the extra 'bang for our buck' factor, we were slightly disappointed by Jin's relatively smaller portions on banchan, rice, and entrees . But just looking solely at Jin's, the food is authentic enough and we like their extra menu offerings!

    a table full of food

    Worst service ever Not going back ! Not recommend ! Awful service. Kimbop mandu was Seafood pancake 해물파전 was very greasy 5 thumbs down 반찬도 누가 먹다 남은거 갖다준거같은 저녁식사에 딸랑 반찬 3 가지. 서비스 완전 개차반. 팁만 밝히는 서버들 하며 누구하나 음식 괜찮은지 필요한게 없는지 물어봐주는 사람없이. 팁 포함 안되어 있다고 말하러 와주는 서버 ! 그 시간에 음식은 괜찮은지 물어봐야 정상이지. 이런 개차반 서비스 식당은 진짜 첨인듯

    Trying something new
    Paul C.

    "An young ha sa oh" is how you say hello in Korean. Interestingly, Auburn has several Korean restaurants. Does the university has a special pipeline for Korean students? Is it because of the nearby Kia automotive assembly plant? And if that's the case, why don't we have more German restaurants in Birmingham/Tuscaloosa (the Mercedes plant is nearby)? Wife Linh, daughter Kristine, and I had an early dinner on Wednesday. My experience at Korean restaurants is limited to the table top BBQ style dinners, but Jin does not offer these. Instead, the menu is a large and busy page of items that we had no clue about. We asked the waitress (owner?) for help. Her English was so difficult to understand that we only recognized an occasional Bugogi, Kim Chee, and Bibimbop. So, here is what we ordered: Boodae Jjigae, Tukbaegi Bulgogi, and Dotsol Bibimbop. I would describe the Boodae Jjigae as a steaming bowl kim chee soup. It includes ramen noodles, tofu, and dumplings. The Tukbaegi Bulgogi is also a soup, and it contained slices of marinated beef, clear noodles, and some vegetables. Both are served with a side of rice. The Dotsol Bibimbop is opposite, a bowl of rice that is served with a side of soup. The bowl contains shredded lettuce, ground beef, a fried egg, and some other prepared vegetables. You squirt a srirachi-like sauce on it and mix it all together. The soup was a peppery broth. Our favorite of the three dishes was the Tukbaegi Bulgogi. I would say everything was good, but nothing made a lasting impression. The dishes may be more authentic/traditional, but I decided I prefer the Korean BBQ style dishes. My three star rating is largely due to the fly that was buzzing our table. It is difficult for me to enjoy any meal when there is a nasty fly hovering over my food.

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    Michael O.

    I travel for work...a lot! I wake up in a new city at least 2-3, sometimes more, times per week. I love Korean food and I always try to find the next best location, everywhere I go. I have to say...this has been the best! Not being from the area and reading the review about "hard to find", I was concerned it would be difficult to locate. It was actually fairly easy to locate, just behind a bank, next to a mission store, but clear to see from the road. The location was described as small, in other reviews, but I found it actually average based on the locations I've visited across the nation (see: I travel a lot for work). The atmosphere was authentic and the service was great. Now, the food...delicious, perfectly done and proportions that were also perfect. I've grown up eating Korean food, since I was 10 (now cresting 44), so I've got some experience. Like I said, after all the places I've tried...this tops them all!

    Joe S.

    Don't be fooled by the outside... Hiding behind Zaxby's is a TRUE GEM! The food was amazing! The staff was very friendly. I will come back when I am in the area again!

    鹏飞

    Looks this restaurant got some racial discrimination. They write "15% tips will be added if 5 people or more" as Chinese. But here is a Korean restaurant and only mark the tips reminder as Chinese in the U.S. That was such interesting.

    Menu
    Sarah N.

    I like the array of dishes that they have here. The price points are a little high but the quality of food is worth the price. The dishes are tasty and its one of the best Korean spots in Auburn. Every Korean restaurant here has their own version of Soft Tofu Stew and LA Galbi and these guys do it best. the Galbi here is particularly good because you can taste the chargrill on the meat... YUM. My favorite way to eat here is with a group of at least 3 and to do one of their combinations. At the top of the menu you can see that there are an A, B, an C combination options and its by far the most amount of food for your money. B is my personal fav since it comes with my 2 favorite things.

    Sides
    Nitda E.

    This probably my second favorite Korean place in the area. I like bringing my family here and we normally do the Combo 3 depending on how many of us is there. They have really good sides. I would give them 5 stars but their service can be a little better. Highly recommend this place for their food!

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    Authentic Korean. Loved the side dishes and everything else, just wish it was korean prices too.

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    We didn't know what to expect but it actually turned out to be really good & flavorful !! Really nice service everyone was super nice !!!!

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    So very delicious! An absolute jewel. I will drive from Columbus just to eat here. Step out of your comfort zone and try this place!

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    This is the best Korean food I've had in the south. I lived in Korea and this place taste authentic and not Americanized.

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    Jin's restaurant is under new management and foods taste even better!! Definately recommend if you havent tried it yet.

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