I've eaten at a lot of places in America claiming to serve "authentic Japanese ramen," and let's just say some of them should be investigated by international authorities. Then I found Jinya Ramen. The Tonkotsu Black came out looking like a supermodel. The pork chashu was cooked so perfectly it practically melted in my mouth. The noodles had me one bite away from checking flights to Tokyo. If nostalgia had a texture, it would be those noodles. The egg? Soft boiled perfection. That beautiful jammy center deserved its own spotlight and possibly a small round of applause. I also ordered the pork gyoza, and whoever pan-fried those deserves a raise immediately. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside--basically what every dumpling dreams of becoming. My only tiny complaint: you've got to season your own broth a little. But honestly, compared to some of the so-called "Japanese ramen" spots I've tried in the U.S., this place is five stars and then some. The service was fast, attentive, and genuinely caring--it felt authentic, not forced. The restaurant itself was beautifully decorated, spotless, and had the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay for a while. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

First of all, Trevor was a great server and was super friendly and attentive to our needs. A+ Second, Jinya probably has one of the best Takoyakis I've had in the states. It is almost as good as Japan's so I was fairly impressed. The tonkotsu ramen was good although I didn't think the bowl had enough broth. No random American fillers so love that. The chicken karaage was fine. I don't think I would get that again. The matcha tiramisu was divineeee though. Highly recommend getting that. I do wish it was slightly cheaper and closer to south tulsa. The tables could be cleaner too. Anyway, Jinya is a good spot and the vibe was on point. read more

We often get into a rut, especially on Sunday nights. Honestly, we default to pizza. Not anymore. We had tried Jinya first at a Yelp event a couple of years ago and we were impressed but kind of forgot about them. Not anymore! What a great evening. The vibe is relaxed and friendly. I loved the decor. We had the gyoza to start and I tried the Geisha Saki Flight. So good. The pairings were done by sweet-dry-sweet-dry. I ordered one more of the yuzu variety. So good. We tried the wonton ramen and the spicy chicken ramen. Seriously good stuff. The Hubs is a ramen fan and he said he would probably not go anywhere else for ramen from now on. Large portions and you can choose from an almost unlimited list of toppings. Pizza, you're on the way out! Ramen from now on! read more

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This place has THE best ramen! I'm a ramen freak! Everywhere I go, London, Scotland...EVERYWHERE...I will seek out their ramen! And let me tell ya...this place needs to be on your list. The employees are all sweet and very attentive. Thank goodness I was informed about their spice levels because I usually order a spice level of 4-5 but I was informed that their 2 is more like a 4 and their 4 more like a 6 and so on and she want kidding! I ordered a 2 and was SWEATING! So definitely try their ramen. We also loved their gyoza. Great ambiance too! ARIGATO! read more

The standout was Trevor, who was the first person I'd talked to during a long day of business travel that started at 3:45 am in California. Slowing things down & introducing himself set the pace for a very relaxed dinner that I needed. It was great seeing parties of all kinds here - dates, friends, college groups. I saw two friends trying ramen for the first time, twirling their noodles with forks like spaghetti, and it was great. There are no pretenses here, just folks enjoying good food. I was expecting that I may have ordered a little light, but the salmon poke was actually a very reasonable portion with a couple of small sides. I look forward to coming back for the ramen & their specialty cocktails. Until next time, cheers! read more

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Stopped in for a bowl of ramen, and it exceeded my expectations. The ramen was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, with generous portions--so definitely come hungry. The service was friendly, the atmosphere was lively and clean. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Fresh bowl of ramen - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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One of my favorite ramen places to go to in Tulsa! When I'm looking for a ramen/noodle fix, you cannot go wrong with Jinya Ramen Bar. Whether you're dining in or taking it to go, you will be satisfied with whatever you get from this restaurant. I took a nice walk from my hotel to Jinya and was able to order some delicious food and enjoy it, to-go! They package everything so well, nice and neat, that it tastes just like if I were dining in at the restaurant. Let's get straight to the food, shall we? I ordered the Sauteed Broccolini, along with the Jinya Tonkotsu Black Ramen. Now, let's break it down! Sauteed Broccolini had a nice taste, was still crisp and wasn't overcooked. The bits of quinoa added a nice texture and taste to the overall appetizer as well. The Jinya Tonkotsu Black Ramen is the MVP! They package the liquid and the solids separately, and I did my best to bowl it like if I were dining at the restaurant. The egg was nice and had a creamy yolk. The noodles had a nice bite and chew to it. The various toppings complimented the ramen very well. The broth was clean and had a good pork taste to it. Overall, can't go wrong with this dish! read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Steamed broccolini, To-go ramen - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Jinya had a really cool vibe. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. Delicious food! Sake was good too! read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Hot sake. Always a favorite of mine. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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We had a taste for noodles for dinner and chose Jinya. We did not realize that it's a chain around the country. I hope the rest are as good as this. The atmosphere is very relaxed and comfortable. The staff friendly and helpful. And the ramen delicious, done just right, and huge portions. All freshly made. I had the Chicken Yuzu Shio Delight. The egg was done just right. All good. My husband had the Tonkatsu Black, delicious. I wanted to watch Tampopo after we'd had our dinner read more

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We came here for lunch. We started with the Pork gyoza & Brussel sprout tempera. Then, we also tried the crispy chicken small plate, and the shrimp sushi. My husband ordered the spicy chicken Ramen and I had the chicken Chashu bowl. Both were amazing! I love the atmosphere at lunch. I would definitely be back for a date night. Our service was what made them lose a star. Our waitress was very nice but they were fully staffed (multiple waitstaff & people in the kitchen, a bartender, and a hostess) and only 3 tables had people seated. There was no reason for our waitress to be so inattentive. read more

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Saturday evening snack of Birria Ramen was absolutely delicious and fantastic, added mushrooms to enhance the flavor. I loved getting the additional noodles to finish the meal, drank the broth. Very satisfying! The family shared an order of Buffalo Cauliflower, which I thought was surprisingly juicy, tangy and didn't even have a cauliflower taste. The service was excellent and the waitress stayed on top of everything. We will definitely return to stuff ourselves again. A two twirling fork review. read more

Jinya is my go-to place for ramen, especially when I'm in the mood for something comforting and hearty. Conveniently located downtown, it's a great option for groups and a solid choice when guests are in town. There are a few street parking spots right outside and a row of spots across the street. On busy days, you may have to find a spot around the corner, but I haven't had any issues with parking so far. While I generally prefer local spots over chains, I appreciate the consistent quality and reliably good food. The service is usually decent as well. My favorite dish is the Tonkotsu black ramen. The original version is also delicious, as are the fried chicken pieces. Although it's just a touch on the salty side, the flavors are always rich and satisfying. Given how hearty the meals can be, I tend to eat here sparingly, though it's perfect on cold or rainy days when the craving for a hot bowl of ramen hits. Overall, Jinya delivers a dependable dining experience that keeps me coming back. read more

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This matcha latte was such a sweet treat. Very balanced and not OVERLY sweet- I let the ice melt a little before drinking and it was perfect. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Best matcha I've had ! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

TLDR; Solid vibes, mixed results. Food Tonkotsu Black Ramen - 2.5/5 Edamame - 3.5/5 Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice - 4/5 Gyoza - 3.5/5 Pork Chashu on Sticky Bun - 2.5/5 Service (sit-down) Spot on Ambiance The decor and menu totally nailed the Bay Area urban ramen bar vibe--felt right at home for anyone used to SF or Oakland spots. The Tonkotsu broth, though? More like a basic pork soup with a thickener than a rich, long-simmered 12+ hour bone broth. I had to doctor it up with the "seasoning sauce" and "hot sauce" at the table. Chashu was fine, pork bun had potential but got buried in mayo, and the gyoza was your standard good-but-not-memorable variety. Surprise win of the night: Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice. Not quite LA Katsuya-level, but definitely the standout dish. read more

This trip to Jinya Ramen came after picking up some more goodies for my birthday in Tulsa, that i missed during the week. Before heading home to Muskogee, after a full day, we decided to stop into Jinya for lupper. My husband chose chicken ramen with ground chicken and sweet tea, and I chose a chicken chashu without mushrooms or onions(I have to remember to get it without egg next time, I don't like liquid chicken inside). It was perfectly sweet, I didn't have to add any sauce. Then I redeemed my free birthday dessert plate( I got the last chocolate mochi and a matching green tea tiramisu, I shared it with the hubby). My drinks of choice were water, Dragon fruit fizz, and J Girl.I can safely recommend with drinks.The dragonfruit for a night out filled with fun, and to go with the dish I had for my lupper. We actually went at the perfect time, it was not too crowded and peaceful. By the time we left, it looked like something was rolling in weather wise, so we headed hone to crash for the rest of the evening. This made a great end to my 49th birthday week. We look forward to coming back in the future. read more

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My partner and I were craving for some ramen after a tough weekend. We were so excited because the reviews made this ramen place sound phenomenal. Little did we know, we were going to be disappointed. I got the spicy creamy vegan ramen and stirred fried broccoli while my partner got the black tonkotsu. The vegan ramen was very lackluster in flavor -- it was just salty. I asked for extra chili paste and it made it slightly better. The black tonkotsu was also very very mediocre. My partner finished his bowl but he wasn't the happiest, especially for a comfort meal. And the most disappointing of all was the stirred fried broccoli which was boiled broccoli and I guess flash fried in oil for 2 seconds. It was nasty - not the typically ramen stirred fried broccoli you expect. As for the service, the waiter we had was amazing! He removed the broccoli off our bill because we literally didn't eat it and that was very nice of him. The ambiance is also very nice; good place for a date if only the food was better! read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

I LOVE SOUP NOODLES Favorite ramen in Tulsa :) Come here at least once a month to get my ramen fix. First time trying the JINYA Tonkatsu original and it was delicious. This comes with a pork broth, pork chashu, green onions, spinach, seasoned egg, nori and THICK noodles. Broth is perfect - not too salty and well flavored. Chashu is very tender. Egg is cooked to perfection - not runny and not overcooked, the perfect yellow-orange color. The noodles are my favorite part because it's almost double the thickness of a normal ramen noodle :) Other favorites from past visits: JINYA chicken ramen JINYA wonton chicken ramen - this is my regular with KALE noodle sub Pork gyoza JINYA bun I love that they have different noodle options - thin noodles, kale noodles and thick noodles :) Shoutout to Nancy our server - friendly, energetic and quick service :) Outdoor seating is available which is great for spring/summer nights! And love that they are open SUNDAYS. read more

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Best Ramen and customer service in town! Trevor our server was amazing and helped our first time guests find the perfect meal! Deli read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Jinya Tonkotsu Black - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Sadly, I had a very poor experience here the other day. I had the worst bowl of ramen I've ever had. I love ramen, and I've had it here a number of times before, and it's been good. This time, though, the broth was extremely thin. By thin, I mean the flavor. Like, it tasted like water with a hint of broth. I hate complaining in a place like this but there was no point in eating it. They brought out a replacement bowl. The flavor was better than the first but still not normal. The second bowl was also oddly very salty. I don't know what's going on here. This place's ramen has always tasted pretty authentic to me. (Admittedly, it's been a long time since I've been there; I was in town for an appt so stopped by.) Anyhow, something is not right. Or at least it wasn't right on that day. I thought this was actually a Japanese company based on past authenticity/quality of the ramen. I do think it might be a chain. I think the company might need to get some quality assurance going, do some surprise visits. The silver lining? The waitstaff person was really nice. No complaints at all there. And the seasoned egg and pork and other ingredients in the ramen were fine. But if you know anything about ramen, you know that a shop's reputation lies in the quality of its broth. read more

I tried the Jinya buns and the pork gyoza. I didn't really care for the buns but it was my first time having them so the consistency was unexpected. I liked the gyoza even more when I added the little chili sauce / paste on top. I got the chicken ramen and honestly it was delicious. It was simple but very flavorful. Only thing I would say is I wis I had a little more broth bc it came out uneven near the end of the bowl with not enough broth and too many noodles. I also got this delicious salt cream matcha that I wish I could have every day of the week. The cream they put on the top tasted like ice cream. read more

In tulsa for a wedding from out of state, and decided to come here on a rainy day and im so happy we did. We came around 1pm on a Saturday and the service was quick and friendly. I got the red tonkatsu ramen spice level 3 and it was the perfect spice level. The gyoza we got as an appetizer was also great cute place with a full bar and beautiful space. I recommend! read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Red tonkatsu - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Normally , I really love this restaurant and have always really enjoyed the food and the service. This last visit though it was pretty bad from a service perspective. We got sat quickly but nobody came to talk to us. The service staff would walk by but not make eye contact. I finally had to ask one of the bussers if they could figure out who's section we were in, after sitting there for twenty to thirty minutes. Order was goofed up. I will be back because I enjoy their food, but if I find the same thing again I will probably not return to eat at the restaurant. read more

This spot continues to be excellent. There are many vegan options and they are all clearly identifiable on the menu. At this point I've had all the vegan options and they are all excellent. The service is usually very good as well. The complaint is still the incessant yelling at people when they come in or leave the restaurant, though the number of times the employees do this has been reduced a considerable amount. Thank the corporate overlords for allowing the workers to do their jobs without having to yell salutations at people upon entering or exiting the restaurant. read more

Excellent ! First time here with family- they come here often. I'm a picky eater and this place ramen was top notch! Crispy chicken appetizer excellent. Gyoza delicious. I had the Birria ramen special beyond amazing. read more

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From the second you walk in the door of JINYA, the decor, dishes, and delightful servers transport you to a swanky Japanese ramen house. The menu is an eclectic mix of Small Plates (the Brussels Sprouts Tempura, y'all ), Mini Tacos, Salads (the Quinoa Salad is next level), Rice Bowls, Ramen (duh ‍), and lots of other fun surprises and twists on tradition. And while you dine, the Japanese tradition of the chefs and servers yelling in unison to welcome you to their restaurant is also alive and well. Domo to you too, JINYA. JINYA hosts a daily happy hour with specials on small plates, beer, wine, and signature cocktails. And they have a rotation of Chef's Specials, like the current Kara-Men ramen, which is ‍‍‍. read more

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Waitress took a while to get us our drink even though the place was relatively empty. I ordered Tonkotsu Spicy and was not asked about the spice level. A different person served us our ramen and she didn't know our order. She told us a different ramen than the one we ordered even though she brought the right ramen. I also told her that I did not get to choose my spice level and she told me to put some hot sauce or she can bring some chili oil. The noodles of my $16.90 ramen was clumpy. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Clumpy noodles - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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I love the ramen at JINYA and always leave completely satisfied with both the food and service. The restaurant is small, but its welcoming atmosphere makes it feel cozy. I especially appreciate the vegetarian options, which are rich and flavorful. read more

Jinya Ramen Bar was established by Tomo Takahasi who wanted to bring authentic and delicious Japanese cuisine to America. The first restaurant opened in LA in 2010 and has since expanded across the US and Canada. Jinya signature bowl is the Tonkotsu Black. The broth of Jinya Tonkotsu Black is very umamic, made with the highest grade bones. The broth has been simmered for more than 20 hours, creating a very rich and full flavored broth. The pork belly is good at Jinya, 2nd best pork belly I've had. The egg is mostly cooked, slightly runny on the inside, which is good. The spicy chicken ramen is also quite good, although not as good as the tonkotsu black. JINYA always has good service and this location is no exception but I need that "arigatou" to match with the OKC location. JINYA has the best ramen in Tulsa currently for me. For ramen, it's a little pricey. Two bowls and a beer costs more than $33. But the quality matches the price. read more

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I joined the waitlist 20 minutes ahead of the time that we would arrive and received an auto response text that I was on the list, however when we arrived we were told we weren't on the list and that it would be over 35 min wait. I even showed them the text I received and their only solution was to add us to the wait list then. We had already anticipated the wait, which is why we joined the list & it was poor, very poor customer service to have us waiting nearly twice the amount we should've. read more

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Not a good start....I have food allergies to chicken/all foul and I asked about their broth, and they would not assure me there would not be cross contamination between their chicken based and pork based broth...which was a bit of a surprise because it was not an issue at Roppongi...this meant all ramen was off the table, which left a pork rice bowl and a Poke bowl...and they ran out of rice so the bowl was going to take an extra 20 minutes.. Neat concept, execution issues IMHO if you can't handle allergies or cross contamination. Haven't been back because of this, nor will I because my health and safety is most important. Rest of my party enjoyed the food. Sorry, not for me. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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I've been here a few times already and things to do: 1) Ramen, bc it's a franchise - the flavour profiles are more on point regardless who is making it. It's not your mom and pop ramen if that is what you do. 2) solid seaweed salads options 3) HUGE PASS on the poke bowls. I should of know better when it comes to raw fish in Okie, but it was not fresh. 4) too juicy mayo even on the tuna poke tacos 5) the buns were ok but nothing to rave about And when they do spicy - it's actually not too spicy so you can add more on the side. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

In all of Tulsa, I went to only one spot to eat - Jinya - and I'm very happy I did. What highlighted this particular Ramen bar wasn't the grilled chicken or spinach or fried brussels sprouts, but it was the quality of the broth itself. It stood out to be exactly what I was looking for. The spice level was perfectly on point and I throughly enjoyed the flavor. The gentlemen behind the bar, who I learned had a son with a cool name (starts with W), was quick on his feet, ensuring good quality customer experience, and was enjoyable to listen to. The combination of a jonesing for Ramen and being alone in a new city, the ambiance at the bar with delicious Ramen broth made me feel homey. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Spicy Chicken Ramen - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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i've been here time and time again since they've first been here. hanging out with friends, business meetings, dates... jinya is good for all of those occasions. for the recent times i've been, sports was on display while it wasn't as busy, which is something that works in my favor (i like having places to myself when i'm solo... especially with sports is involved). the servers are always nice & attentive. food was never a long wait. never had any complaints on my orders or never had a dish that let me down. i like the location it's at downtown along with the interior being very minimal & in low light (again, suitable for dates). it's usually quiet outside of the hosts + servers having a greeting for welcoming guests (it can get entertaining when other visitors join along). i've tried a majority of the ramen, i don't have a favorite as i try to switch it up each visit (i had the spicy chicken recently). one thing that really caught me off-guard & that i enjoyed was the takoyaki (octopus balls), that's something that helps switching it up + going out of my norm. the brussel sprouts tempura are pretty good & it's something i'd get over & over again. a lot of options to choose from no matter what kind of appetite you have. read more

My husband took me here as a surprise on a cold day recently. I got the chicken ramen and it was delicious My husband got the pork ramen. Both were amazing... the broth is so rich and the flavors are so satisfying. We also got the crunchy fried chicken and it was good. Not a huge fan of thigh meat but it was still very tasty! Our waitress was very nice and attentive. The ambiance has a very modern and fancy vibe but also very comfortable. Definitely going back here for our next ramen fix. read more

I've lived in Tulsa for almost 3 years, and I still think Jinya is the best ramen place in Tulsa. It is a little pricier than some other ramen places though. Today I got the Tonkotsu black ramen, and it was delicious! The broth was flavorful. The egg was perfectly jammy in the center. You also definitely need to check this place out during happy hour because there are a lot of apps that are discounted! read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Tonkotsu black ramen - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

This place is absolutely wonderful for a night out!! the food was show stopping, great for first time ramen tryers and seasoned ramen eaters as well. The servers were very attentive and made sure that all of your needs are met all throughout your entire visit. For those seeking an indie tulsa experience this is the place for you, not only is the food absolutely delicious but the vibes are unmatched. read more

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Always the go-to ramen spot when I'm in Tulsa! So tasty. Also has really good poke bowls! Service is good, waitresses/waiters are friendly and the inside is always clean and well kept! read more

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The chicken ramen here is great! The happy hour includes half priced appetizers. The staff is okay, but I've certainly received better service. The dining tables are set pretty close together so when they are busy I opt for take out. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Impossible tacos - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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Always a pleasure popping into the local Jinya! Had the spicy chicken ramen for the first time, and added brussel sprouts, fresh garlic, friend chicken, and fried onion. Came in on a Thursday afternoon, and it was extremely slow. Good food, good service nonetheless. read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Tulsa - Spicy chicken ramen, brussel sprouts, fried chicken, Sapporo draft - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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This place is amazing! The spicy vegan ramen is so tasty. The staff is great. If you're eating anywhere else when you pass through Tulsa, you're missing out. read more