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Jinzen

4.2 (238 reviews)
ModerateAsian Fusion, Ramen
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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L6.Bibimbap and A5.Takoyaki(6) and shrimp app
Hanna K.

Always a good experience! Good food reasonably priced. Quick and friendly! Can't go wrong with the shrimp app and bimibap bowl

Dzuy T.

I'd give the food a 3.5/5. For the mentaiko udon, the portion was pretty small for the price I paid so I left still hungry and the sauce wasn't as flavorful as I would've liked. It was also more oily than creamy than I expect for a mentaiko cream. They were generous with the prawns though which is a plus. My friends got the volcano fried rice and enjoyed it but were surprised it was much sweeter than it was savory. The service here is really great. Our waitress kept coming back to check in on us and cracked jokes all the time. Wasn't crowded at all on a Thursday night and we were seated immediately. Overall, a decent place for Japanese food in Saint Louis but I'm not sure I'd come back unless I had extra money to spend.

Chicken gyoza
Jenelle B.

What a cute interior! Cherry blossoms line the ceiling, little details like darling chopstick holders and salt and pepper shakers add to the atmosphere. We started with mustard cucumber (so fresh, NOT to be missed), wasabi shrimp (glazed prawns on crunchy little rice crackers - yum), spring rolls (standard fare), and chicken gyoza (delicious little dumplings with a vinegar sauce). My dining partner had the Mentaiko Cream Udon which was a thick noodle with a creamy seafood based sauce with large shrimp. Delightful! I had the bibimbop which had a lovely sauce and had a generous serving of rice. I would have enjoyed a few more veggies - they were so flavorful. Our server was attentive and helpful.

Elgin B.

1/2 - A Great Homecoming Meal in St. Louis It's always nice coming home to St. Louis. My sister and I both love dining out and writing reviews, and after scrolling through Yelp, I came across a video of the Volcano Fried Rice at Jinzen, located at 8113 Maryland Ave. in Clayton. We had to try it for ourselves. We arrived after 6:00 p.m., which meant free parking, always a plus. Both the exterior and interior are beautifully designed with a modern Asian fusion aesthetic that carries through to the menu. I was impressed by how tight and focused the menu was, and it was also very reasonably priced. Our server was very attentive and made sure we always had water. We also had the pleasure of meeting the owner, who is Taiwanese and incredibly welcoming. He shared some great stories and made us feel right at home. My sister ordered the house signature salad, which she found very flavorful. She especially loved the dressing, though she wasn't completely sold on the corn since it's not something you usually see in salads. Overall, she still really enjoyed it. She also ordered the tempura vegetables, which were perfectly breaded and delicious. I tried the cucumber appetizer, which was refreshing and paired with a great sauce. Of course, I ordered the Volcano Fried Rice, made with carrots, peas, onions, and chicken. When it arrives, the pan is wrapped in a thin layer of egg around the perimeter, and your server mixes the egg into the rice tableside for a great presentation. It was absolutely delicious, and I completely understand why it's their standout dish. For dessert, we had the strawberry Japanese cake, which felt like the perfect ending to the meal. It reminded me of a strawberry shortcake, not too sweet and not too bland, just right. Overall, this was a fantastic experience. The food was great, came out quickly, and was served hot and fresh. The staff and ambiance were both excellent. I'll definitely be back, especially to try their ramen. For my first review of the year, I truly have no complaints. 4.5 out of 5 stars.

L2.Spicy Miso Ramen
Michaela J.

I really enjoyed my visit to Jensen! Came here during the week for lunch and it was not crowded or busy so that was great! Plenty of street parking outside the restaurant. The restaurant is really cute and intimate. I love their gold chopsticks and utensils! I appreciate the separate menu items for non-meat eaters. If you are a Ramen lover and don't eat meat, this is a perfect place for you! They were accommodating with another dish that I wanted that had me in it. I got to try the volcano rice, which was very tasty And filling. Plenty to take home. This was a great meal with the added bonus of some hot tea to go with it!

Debra A.

The food was good and enough to share. Service was quick and speedy as my friend and I had a musical to attend at the Fox! Waiter was very attentive. ONG the decor was so cute and quaint! I love the paintings and flower ceiling! There's street parking but with the snow it was difficult to navigate.

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Rishi J.

Went to Jinzen in Clayton for a weekday lunch with a friend and had a great experience! My friend ordered the Volcano Fried Rice, served sizzling on a hot plate -- the server poured the egg around it and cooked it right at our table. Such a treat to watch, and he loved the flavor too. I ordered the Bibimbap (vegan, without egg) -- delicious, hearty, and full of flavor. We also tried Ramune, the Japanese soda, which brought back nostalgic memories of my grandparents' home in Mundra, Kutch. The ambiance was beautiful -- bamboo frames and cherry blossoms gave it a calm, Japanese-inspired feel. Great food, friendly service, and a memorable dining experience. Highly recommend!

Whitney S.

Jinzen is one of my favorite Asian fusion restaurants! The service is always great, the vibe is awesome, and the food is delicious! My go to: Volcano Fried Rice and Black Garlic Steak Bites

Ramen
Lily Q.

One of my favorite spots in Clayton! The ambiance is great and there's a variety of Asian food from bibimbaps to ramen. There's plenty of vegetarian-friendly options as well. The desserts are also delicious so if you have space, would highly recommend trying those as well. Great service and overall a great place to grab some food!

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Deangela S.

My family and I had just landed. This was our first meal after the airport and we were starving! This was close by to our hotel and to be honest, it was a God send! The exterior and the interior of the restaurant is beautiful and clean. There is street parking right in front. The customer service was very welcoming and nice. Water was always refilled without even asking. They answered all our questions about the menu. We were so hungry so we ordered quite a bit. The vegetarian tempura was interesting. I don't think I've had so many different mushrooms in a vegetarian tempura before. The consistency was also very chewy and it was hard to tell what vegetable we were eating. The sauce was just straight up soy sauce and made it pretty salty. The chicken gyoza was probably my favorite item from this meal. The wrapping was thin and not too thick. They were crispy and the filling was perfectly seasoned, juicy and delicious. The garlic steak bites were a great appetizer as well. They even light the bottom of the block to keep it sizzling. The sauce for the steak was really good and the server gave us extra to use for other food items. Be warned that there is a lot of garlic pieces with this. The bulgogi deopbap had tender pieces of beef, a good amount of vegetables and rice. The bibimbap had thinner slices of beef and the fried egg on top. The sauce that comes with it gives it a kick of spice. The volcano fried rice is definitely the star of the show. They bring the plate hot and sizzling. Then they pour the egg fresh and mix it as it's still cooking on the hot plate. The chicken pieces in this dish were tender. The cashews and peanuts gave it a good consistency. Make sure to mix it well so not too much of the rice gets too burnt. The vegetarian ramen had a good broth. The nori, tofu and veggies came together to make a great entree. The noddles were a good consistency. They were not too soft or hard. We decided to get the mochi ice cream and matcha tiramisu for dessert. The mochi ice cream was a good size that was shareable. The mochi was strawberry and they paired it with matcha ice cream. The matcha tiramisu was pretty strong in matcha flavor, but good. The consistency was dense, but moist. The matcha sticks were a little stale. The portion sizes here are decent and you can easily share with the group that you're with. They have a good variety on the menu to satisfy both meat eaters and vegetarians in your party. I would definitely recommend this place to get your Korean food fix when you're visiting the area. Please support this local business!

Tempura appetizer
Cristy M.

You can never go wrong with their tonkatsu ramen. I decided to be adventurous this trip and ordered the Mentaiko Cream Udon this time and... I LOVED IT! It has shrimp and a creamy fish sauce that kind of makes it feel like an Italian fusion dish. The udon noodles were so thick and perfect for slurping. As always the service is excellent and you get seated quickly and lots of water refills. It's super cozy too and well decorated. Loved my visit here again!

A7.Black Pepper Garlic Steak Bites
Dani C.

It was an Asian fusion restaurant, and everything was honestly amazing. Would definitely come back and would highly recommend. Service was also excellent and they had a beautiful atmosphere.

Teresa R.

If I could give a BONUS Star I would! Everything was top tier from the moment you walked inside. It's decorated so cute! We were acknowledged and greeted immediately. The Black pepper Garlic Steak Bites are worthy of all the pictures and praise! Steak is Bites are tender and wonderfully garlicky. As was the Volcano Fried rice!! I can't wait to go back and try other items!

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Hands down the best ramen in St. Louis. I've tried a lot of spots around the city, and nothing hits…read morelike this place. The broth is rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The noodles are perfectly cooked, the toppings are fresh, and the portions are generous without feeling overdone. It's a small, cozy restaurant, so expect a wait during peak hours -- but trust me, it's worth it. The space feels intimate and authentic, which honestly adds to the charm. Once you're seated and that bowl hits the table, you forget you even waited. If you're in St. Louis and craving real ramen, this is the spot. No question.

I feel like I've been waiting forever to try this place and I finally got the chance last night. My…read moreboyfriend suggested we come here and I was hesitant because I figured there'd be a line and we probably wouldn't get in. When we pulled up, there was a line but it moved quicker than we thought. Once we got inside, we were both surprised at how small it was. While I've yet to go to Japan, it def gives off the vibe strictly from ambiance and the decor. It's small but intimate and offers seats at the "bar", as well as communal seating. We didn't get a choice and were sat at the bar. Ordering is done through the QR code and water is offered self-serve. We split an order of the appetizers: house cucumbers and karaage. I'm not a huge cucumber fan but I tried it. I preferred the one with miso as I found it to be more subtle in taste. The chicken was average and didn't wow me. We each got the chicken shoyu with no pork, no scallions and an extra egg. It felt like it took a long time to get our food. We were both surprised once we got it as we were expecting actual chicken pieces but after rereading the menu description, it was chicken oil. He was a bit disappointed as both our dishes were covered in scallions. I suggested we not send it back since it took quite a while to get our food and they were close to closing. Nevertheless, I found the broth to be tasty and full of flavor despite there being no meat. Overall, it was a solid first visit.

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I've often wondered about this place as I drive down Big Bend fairly often. I am so glad that my…read morefriend Parker recommended it to me, or I may not have ended up here. I've been several times now, and each time I go, they are consistently great. We usually order crab wontons and two cardinal rolls. My wife can't get enough of the cardinal rolls. The best part is that she isn't really a sushi person. It's changed her! Now we are here at least once a week these days. My son really likes the hand rolls, and he is partial to the avocado and crab one. The service is phenomenal, and they are always welcoming. The inside is quiet and comfortable. We do often use the drive through, but I prefer sitting inside. Don't go changing Yummi Tummi, we love you. (I had to post a second review because I can't seem to retrieve my previous account, and yelp support is non existent for non business accounts. Womp womp.)

Yummi Tummi has became my personal favorite Sushi spot!…read more When you walk in you immediately get greeted and seated. They even give you the choice of ordering online and picking it up. The staff are very kind, helpful and patient. The food comes out at the perfect pace, it doesn't take long at all. The seating is very comfortable, mainly booths with some half booth and half chairs. They have a bench up front to sit and wait if you ordered food to be picked up. They also have outside seating with umbrellas connected, perfect during the summer time. The atmosphere here is perfect for all different settings, a group of friends, a first date, just you and your significant. One of my favorite things to do is to bring friends from out of town and family members here to try out the Yummi Sushi. Everytime I visit Yummi Tummi I try a new dish or sushi roll, they NEVER disappoint! Their Spicy Steak Ramen is filling! The ramen has a great spice to it, it's not too spicy and has the perfect texture. Their meat in the ramen is delicious and cut perfectly. One of my favorite sushi rolls here is the Spicy Yellowtail Roll. There's really no bad sushi options here. The sushi comes out quickly, fresh, and placed on your plate with elegance and care. It's truly Yummy in my Tummi

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Robata is a small place with an ample parking lot size for its seating, or close to ample. I think…read morethere may not be enough seating for its customer demand... that's a sign of a popular place. Happy hour prices + the food quality are what had my friend invite me here. Some rolls are half off and so are a few beverages, like hot sake. I had never had hot sake. I've only had any sake once. I liked it fine, but I didn't want a second order after I finished the first. I was disappointed that Robata was out of plum wine. Instead I ordered what was described as a white sangria, but it tasted more like a brandy. I had a few sips and gave it to my friend. I had 4 vegetarian sushi rolls. Only the asparagus was included with happy hour. My 3 other rolls were takuan, pickle plum and BB. As much as I like plum (keep reading), and takuan was a pleasant surprise, and the asparagus was good, the BB, which has tempura asparagus, cream cheese, and sweet soy, was my favorite item of the evening. I was happy to see umeboshi onigiri on the lengthy menu. These were of a good size, but I think it perhaps would have benefitted from a higher pickled plum to rice ratio. (The only time I've had it has been from a food truck and I don't know how representative it is of onigiri.) Each order of food took a while to come out. My friend had trouble getting the server's attention when she wanted to put in more orders. Robata is not a place for a quick happy hour bite. It's going to take a while, especially if you're ordering in multiple rounds like we did. When the kitchen got too busy, my order another roll was denied. That happened well before dinner service ended and it was disappointing. I would have waited a bit longer. But it was probably good to get cut off from sushi at some point. We were a little confused by the bills. My friend may have overpaid (not gotten happy hour price) for some of her items, and there was some question about whether mine had been billed correctly, but in the end we decided that mine was probably correct. Hers, though... we aren't sure. I think I'll return to Robata for the BB roll, plum wine, and maybe something new, but I will be sure to have plenty of time, order a bunch all at once, and check the bill.

Since my source for umeboshi onigiri seems to have ceased operations (does anyone know what…read morehappened to the Izumi food truck?), i was pretty excited to see pickled plum rice balls on the menu here. I came with a friend for happy hour. We got the half off sushi (which included the mackerel nigiri, which is my FAVORITE (Tho, theirs isn't as good as Sushi Hanna in Alton)) and house hot sake, which was perfect for this freezing week. The heat was out? Which the waitress apologized for. They had a space heater out, so we sat right by that. I also ordered a few of the onigiri to go. They aren't the best I've had, but I'll probably be back semi-regularly to get my fix of the flavor, which is just so unique. Same for half off mackerel Maybe one day I'll even try their non-sushi offerings...

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