We happened to be in Auburn on a cold and a rainy day, so we wanted some hot soup after a round of golf. Not cheap even for AL price. We didn't really expect much in a college town but it turned out to be pretty legit. Banchan - really good. Love the fish cakes. We asked for more but they said they ran out. So they never came back to our table again, not even to refill our tea and water cups after that. Stew: I think it is called Gopchang Changol or something like that. It usually got beef tripes, tofu, veggies, something, then intestines. This one got tofu and lots of intestines, flavored was good but way too much intestines, I like a mixed of stuffs. We always get udon in a stew, not this place. Not what I was expected. Big portion though so we took the leftovers, grabbed some tofu from Walmart and udon, and made another batch the next day. Fried chicken (both original and spicy) - not bad. Galbi (short ribs) - pretty good Tteokbokki- not bad read more

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The young man who seated me and waited on me was pleasant and polite, the ambiance was clean and modest ... the food was a bit less enjoyable than I am accustomed to... the Veggie and Beef Kimbap were kinda bland, not sure if they did that on purpose for people who prefer to add their own soy sauce and sesame oil? I needed both, but had to ask for it. The Omirice was tasty, had never had it w green beans before, so that was interesting. read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - Veggie and Beef Bulgogi Kimbaps - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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Loved the beef Bulgogi, kimchi and Korean beer. Will come back to try the other dishes. NOT Spicy. read more

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

Great! What a treat! Great Korean authentic, prepared fresh. The service was great, waited was very attentive, did not wait long for meal it came out steaming hot and the aroma was just great. What a joy. The restaurant is decorated in authentic Korean decor, well laid out, bright and colorful. If you don't try it you'll never know what a great automatic Korean meal is like. read more

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!!! read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - Dwaeji Gukap- Porkbelly soup with chive and sesame seeds! Yummmm - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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All I can say is, just come and try it, after the first mouthfull I knew it was special. It's an hour from my house but we'll be doing it again soon. read more

Walked in to pick up my order and immediately knew the food would be good. I ordered the dakgalbi and it was amazing. Chicken was so tender and full of flavor. They gave various banchan as well which were delicious. read more

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! read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - Behind Zaxbys - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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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 read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - a table full of food - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

This place is a hidden gem! Obstructed from view by Zaxby's, I discovered this place while visiting the thrift store next door. Glad I finally stopped by! Very delicious food, with an extensive and diverse menu. Service was great, if a bit slow. Atmosphere was very calm, and I appreciated behind able to draw a curtain around your stall for privacy. Will definitely be visiting here again soon. read more

Food was very good. Service was also very good. Typical strip mall asian restaurant so nothing extra regarding ambiance. Prices were a bit high but not unreasonable and good amount of food. I haven't eaten at a lot of Korean restaurants to compare it to but I would definitely recommend if you are in the area. read more

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

"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. read more

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Absolutely my speed. A little run down. Food is a little hotter than you think it would be, they don't skimp on the gochugaru. Don't bother ordering the green tea, it's a waste of time. read more

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! read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - PDF conversion of menu - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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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! read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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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. read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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. read more

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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! read more

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I have been here three times and it has never disappointed. Beef bulgogi and bibimbap are both phenomenal. Kimchi is perfect. Staff is friendly and helpful. I recommend it to anyone looking for Korean cuisine in the area! read more

Seriously authentic. Seriously friendly owners. Seriously delicious food. Don't let the decor fool you. Jin, while lacking any atmosphere outside of a television with Korean subtitles. is a treasure in Auburn. We had the Galbi, Beef Bulgolgi, Mandoo potstickers, and Jap jai (not on the menu, but AMAZING). All of the food was fantastic and the namul that came with it were great too. They served barley water with the meal, which is surprisingly refreshing. From beginning to end, Jin is a win. Do yourself a favor and support good food in Auburn. read more

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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!

Really good food; the only problem is, the restaurant could be upgraded. It looks pretty old. Also the lady who was serving us kept asking us to bring other people next time and kept looking in my phone. That seems unprofessional, but other than that it's pretty good. - read more

Stopped in for some Korean food on our way up to ATL. Mixed reviews, so we weren't quite sure what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised! Everything we ordered was delicious (we eat Korean food often/one of us was born & raised in Korea). Service was very friendly & prompt. Would definitely come back next time we are in the area. We ordered Yukaejang, Budaejjigea, Gamjatang, & haemul pajeon. And Soju! Check it out! read more

I think I've found my new favorite Korean restaurant in town. Don't be scared by the strange location and decor. The walls are cinder blocks and the chairs are old office chairs. It's pretty bizarre, but you'll forget as soon as you start chowing down on the delicious food. Enjoy! read more

So YUM! First time having Korean food, and it was amazing! Such great flavors. The galbi has an amazing taste and the japjai noodle dish was amazing, and the bulgolgi was, of course, delicious. The potstickers too!! So great and great portions! The namul was so amazing- such a large spread of delicious kimchi. I will go back. read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - It was so good! - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

A little hard to find (behind a bank), but this casual and authentic Korean place is worth a try. We arrived for a late lunch, and the whole staff was preparing for a large catered event, but they took great care of us. The chef (an older Korean woman who clearly knows what she's doing in the kitchen) helped us select our meals, and they were amazing. I got a hot & spicy mackerel stew that was like nothing I have ever tasted. My wife got the sizzling Dolsot Bibimbap, and loved it. Everyone was helpful and friendly, and I will definitely be back. read more

This restaurant has continued since opening awhile ago to attract locals. Most telling is the fact that many local Koreans also are eating here. That sold it for me that cooking is authentic. The serving is in authentic Korean style but they gladly furnish anyone silverware when requested. The food is cooked on site with meats and veggies in Asian style. Always enjoy soups to multiple courses when I go there. read more

I recently visited Auburn and was really interested in getting Korean, since the town where I live has no good Korean food. I can't claim to be an expert since I don't eat it all that often but I thought everything was delicious - we got soft tofu stew, chap chae, and seafood pancake, and it was great, as was the panchan. I may not be an expert but I'm pretty sure you'll like the food a lot. read more

Food: Authentic. Momma is in the kitchen cooking, and she can come out and give you recommendations. Authentic, fresh, homemade Korean foods like Bi Bim Bop. Lots of little sides like Kimchee, pickled bean sprouts, greens, boiled peanuts. Diverse menu best if you love Korean food and know how to navigate it. No Korean table-top BBQ. Interesting, inventive, authentic menu items that you hardly find outside Soul. Service: Sweet. Family run. Daughters are the waitstaff, with Dad helping. Atmosphere: Well, there isn't any: But it's about the authentic food. Price: Wide variety from really cheap to fairly expensive. Tons of options. It's hard to find, map it!! read more

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

Since owner was changed, they have much better service and food. The main dish and side dishes are so tasty and healthy. The restraunt is small but cozy and clean. The server was super kind and nice. I do love this place and I would like to come back. read more

This place is small but the food is amazing. I wish I didn't move from Auburn cause I love this place and it's the only Korean place that makes the best spicy pork. I usually order two things on their menu spicy pork and the kimchi soup those are my favorite. So if you want to try good Korean place come to this place you won't be disappointed. :) read more

If you want really good and authentic Korean food, this is an excellent choice. Be aware that customer service will be minimal unless you are a native Korean, and the ambiance is basically Korean homeland closed circuit TV. So maybe not where you want to propose, but hard to find better food and options. read more

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

Authentic and flavor was excellent. Ordered a dish not on the menu and prepared it. Good portion sizes and wonderful lady serving the clients. They also sell Kimchi, in several types. read more

Very friendly environment with best Korean foods in town! Surprisingly no msg added and all of these dishes are so flavorful! My All time favorite. read more

The tofu stew had no flavor, not spicy not salty no nothing. Ordered seasoned grill eel, didn't know it was the snake looking eel. Smells weird and hard to chew, kinda like a squid tasting? While it was cooking, we can see its eggs coming out. And then she cut the eel in front of us, the juice of the fish splashed all over my face and hair. So we ended up spending 50+ bucks and all of us were still hungry. read more

Jin Korean Restraunt - It didn't have any taste whatsoever Super disappointed - Korean Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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Great food and wonderful customer service! This is our favorite Korean restaurant in Auburn. The server is really attentive, friendly and pretty generous with the side dish refills. A couple of our favorites are kalbi and tofu soup with kimchee. If you like Korean food, go check out this place! read more