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    JINYA Ramen Bar - Katy

    4.3 (640 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Guillermo C.

    We had to stop here to get the spoons you get with a certain ramen bowl as part of the Demon Slayer promotion. We were greeted with a warm and friendly welcome. The establishment was not all that big but it did not feel that way. It was really clean and had fun vibes going on. Very laid back and chill. Nice bar too! It was our first time eating here so our server did a great job at explaining the menu and answering any questions we had. Our food did not take long at all to come out and everything we ordered was really good. Their menu had lots of options and fairly priced considering its location. We are looking forward to combing back and trying our luck in order to get the collection of spoons as well as trying other things on the menu.

    Pike salmon tacos
    Rachel D.

    I got the tempura Brussel sprouts and the salmon poke tacos both were really good! I'll definitely be back. I also love the jinya bun and the fried chicken. The ramen is always yummy too!

    Spicy ramen (left)
    Harris N.

    The location is very nice and a new building so there is some appeal here. However, I think the food can be much better for the price they charge. The vibe is decent though so overall I would say it's a middle of the pack Ramen restaurant in the Houston area.

    Saemyi L.

    The ramen was so good! The broth had a lot of flavor and the noise was cooked well. There were good amount of toppings and loved that the egg was cooked perfectly jammy! Our server was on top of everything and the food came out really fast. It's a more casual atmosphere, great spot for lunch.

    Birria Ramen
    Patrick Z.

    Love going to Jinya, always tend to go for the Tonkotsu or the Kaarage whenever they have it but this time I saw Birria Ramen on the menu and was so intrigued. THATS the kinda Houston Fusion I like to see so I had to try. FLAAAAMES. This was incredible the meat was as soft and juicy as in a birria taco and that consome flavor was on point. The broth was delicious, noodles were great, and this one did not come with an egg but I had to add one because how can you have ramen without egg?? Love that they give you full eggs and not half eggs here. Sat at the bar and our bartender / server was incredibly kind and attentive!

    Watermelon Drink
    Kyla W.

    Came here on a random Wednesday afternoon and it was pretty packed. I sat at the bar & Huy was my server. I've been here so many times I order off of memory and he knew exactly what I was talking about. He checked on me multiple times and was a pleasure. Food was 10/10 as always. I ordered their watermelon, summer drink, the crispy shrimp tempura as an appetizer and the spicy chicken Ramen. (I forgot to take a before pic so here's the after. lol) Definitely will be back.

    Sara Q.

    First time here, I don't eat Ramen but my grandson wanted to eat here. I let him order both our meals. Absolutely delicious! Cyrus was awesome and engaged with Josiah thank you Cyrus you made his day! Restaurant is super clean. There's patio seating as well

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    Jando S.

    Despite being in a strip of serious food heavy hitters (#1), the most popular option is likely this JINYA, nestled in the heart of Katy's suburbia. They've become a relatively well oiled machine with keeping their Japanese-American inspired fare consistent and their customer service reliably on point. Whether one is a novice or regular, it's going to be a good time almost every time. While the space isn't extremely spacious, they've done a great job in utilizing a layout that works for all group sizes. The bar is always a fun area to watch the kitchen staff do their thing, but larger groups can enjoy the intimate corner / side areas for more comfortable surroundings. The ambiance is especially nice at night, which could make this a quality date night destination. Kudos to the interior designer for the excellent ambient lighting. The tonkotsu black is always a safe option, which combines a fragrant broth with an equally tasty finish. I always take a nice couple of spoonful sips before bottoming out the rest of the bowl. The yuzu shio, spicy umami, and the tonkotsu original are always appreciated. While their wonton based ramens have failed to impress, the birria ramen is a complete salt bomb. The latter is admittedly a rough one, so I'd recommend sticking to their classic options. Beware of the semi-small portions when considering extra options like chashu pork, corn, or extra noodles. When it comes to toppings, I don't know of any other ramen chain that has such an extensive selection. There's no limit how one can customize the bowl to their liking, which is pretty fantastic. Shoutout to management for offering vegan friendly options as well. Their crispy chicken (aka karaage) has a nice crunch and is appropriately juicy. While I think the gyozas are overpriced at nearly $12 for 6 pieces, they do make for a nice change up palate wise. The mini tacos are definitely mini and the presentation is extremely on point. The best deal in the house might be the kids meal at $12, which comes with a mini bowl of chicken ramen, along with a mini chashu rice bowl, some crispy chicken, french fries, and even candy. The staff is what makes JINYA shine almost always. The customer service is on point and they're incredibly accommodating to point where I'm often looking forward to every visit. ___________ (#1) Which includes Twenty Five Teishoku House, Fadi's Mediterranean Grill to name a few.

    Seaweed salad.
    Robin A.

    As usual, my first dinner when I get to Katy, is the vegan ramen and seaweed salad from JINYA. It always hit! Fresh, delicious, and fast. I'm here four days, I'm sure I'll eat here more than twice. The staff is very nice, even though I typically get takeout so I can eat with the family, I'd eat there in a heartbeat. It's clean and everyone is friendly. I forgot to take pictures of all my food. Day 2 I ordered the vegan kids meal for my grandson and the seaweed salad. So good.

    premium tonkotsu red
    Jennica P.

    Ordered the Premium Tonkotsu Red and went with spice level 6 (out of 10). It was prettty spicy, but in the best way. The kind of heat that keeps you going back for more! Our waiter was super sweet and helpful with recommendations. Service was quick, food came out hot and fresh. Definitely coming back!

    Calvin D.

    Lana is the sweetest person here at Jinya Katy. She is always so attentive and treats me with the utmost respect. I come here for happy hour during my lunch break and I love it. Food is pretty good for the price. I got salmon and tuna tacos for $5 each! I also like their rice bowls here. If you go to jinya Katy, ask for Lana!

    Vegan Red Fire Opal with seasoned egg & seaweed on the side
    Mercy K.

    Service was great & very responsible taking dietary restrictions seriously. Both vegan ramen bowls we had were awesome. My favorite was the Vegan Red Fire Opal. Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen was also very good. The space was very clean & chill.

    jinya tonkotsu black ramen on my side, chicken wonton ramen on his side!
    Annie N.

    our server was fantastic! i may have forgotten but i think her name was jessica? sorry if not correct lol, but jinya's quality is so consistent across every location i've been to! super yummy lunch for me and my boyfriend :)

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    Got food poisoning from here twice. Each time tried something different. I'd run the other way.

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    Always good. One of my favorite Ramen restaurants in Katy. They are always consistent with their food and their service.

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