My girlfriend and I had a great experience overall. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere that makes you feel like you've stepped into Japan, despite its small size. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, offering excellent recommendations and explaining the menu with patience. The food was mostly excellent. The limited-time Dragon Ball Z ramen was outstanding and one of the best dishes we tried. The JINYA ramen had a flavorful base but could have used a bit more seasoning. Thankfully, the table seasonings made it easy to adjust to our taste. The gyoza were delicious, and the fried chicken portion was surprisingly generous. The takoyaki had great flavor and was among the best we've had in Utah, although we would have liked a little more octopus and slightly less batter. The strawberry and mango lemonades were refreshing but didn't have much fruit flavor, so they were the weakest part of the meal. Prices felt fair for the quality and generous portions we received. Overall, this is a place we would happily visit again and would recommend to anyone looking for good ramen, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. read more

I've been meaning to try this place for a while and when I was doing errands and saw one nearby, I decided to stop by. I went around noon and was immediately sat at the bar area. My server was Brittany and she was so nice and friendly. She immediately brought me water and asked if I had any questions. She asked if I wanted to sign up for the rewards and I immediately said yes and I got a free nikuman bun! It was absolutely delicious! I love that they have lunch specials throughout the week and a brunch special for the weekends. Not many places do specials on the weekends besides happy hours. I chose the tokyo yotai classic and it was such a fun idea to Collab with Demon slayer for those cute spoons! The broth was very rich and flavorful, and I really enjoyed all the toppings and the entire Ramen as a whole. It definitely hit the spot! Service is amazing, the place is clean, and the food is great! I love the variety of the menu and I definitely want to come back and try the spicy tuna crispy rice, the Matcha lemonade, and maybe a rice bowl! read more

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JINYA Ramen may be on the smaller side with a limited parking lot and a cozy dining room, but the flavors are anything but small. Everything we ordered was packed with bold, satisfying taste. The spicy chicken ramen was rich and comforting with just the right amount of heat, and the original pork ramen was deeply flavorful and well-balanced. Lunch specials are a great deal especially the crispy chicken dish, which was perfectly crunchy on the outside and tender inside. We also loved the gyoza, the crispy rice, and the eggplant each one delicious and well executed. This is the kind of place where every dish hits, making it worth the visit despite the tight space. Big flavor, great lunch options, and consistently solid food. Definitely coming back!! read more

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This is genuinely the best ramen I have ever had! If you love spicy get the spicy chicken ramen with thick noodles. I will be coming again!!! read more

I've been going to Jinya for five years, and have gone to a tone of different locations! This one is my least favorite. It was extremely loud and they seemed a bit frustrated when I needed to move tables and put noise canceling headphones in (I can still hear). The noodles were undercooked and the ramen wasn't as good as other locations. I'll go back to Sugarhouse in the future! read more

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For what it lacks in space, this tiny restaurant makes up in flavor. Yes, it's tiny-but that adds to the communal charm. There are tables where you can sit with just your party, or there are larger tables that might seat a mixture of folks-what a fun way to get to know new people! Service was outstanding-the server was friendly and attentive without being over the top. And I appreciate that he acknowledged my date's birthday celebration without making it weird (no clapping and singing here, thank you very much!) The food was delicious! I enjoyed a chicken rice bowl while my dining partner had a traditional ramen bowl. Everything came out as requested and tasted very good. Happy to come back and explore more of the menu items! read more

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Overall, good experience. I had the Tonkatsu Red with a spice setting of 3 out of 8. Definitely hot enough for me. If you want it hotter, there is a container of hot spice on the table or counter. Good portions, char siu was good. The ajitsuke tamago or spiced egg was a whole egg. Nice that they give you a whole egg, but I wish it was cut in half. Eating a whole egg was a bit of a nuisance. The noodles were the straight kind, typical for a tonkotsu broth. Overall, very good. Not THE best I've had but definitely worthy of 5 stars. Service was cheerful. They greet you with "irasshai" (welcome) and a "domo arrigato" as you leave. All said in a gaijin (Caucasian) accent. Nice Asian-ish vibe in the restaurant. I sat at the ramen bar. There are small pots of gyoza sauce, spice, and hot sauce available. $17 for most of their bowls. Not cheap, but reasonably priced for market. Of course, they have other menu items as well. 5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money. 4* = Outstanding. Top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business. 3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it. 2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money. 1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs! read more

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The place is very clean and they have table seating and counter seating. I ordered the Original Tonkotsu and added corn. The noodles are thicker than I'm used too but they were cooked perfectly. The broth was stronger in flavor and was a little darker than I'm used to. The waiter was very helpful and answered my questions. read more

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Wow wow wow, I absolutely loved JINYA. First time here and it did not disappoint. It was a little busy for a Friday lunch, but we grabbed seats at the bar and they were great spots too. We ordered the $18 lunch special with tonkotsu ramen, and I got the seaweed salad. Everything was soooo yummy. I also tried the Mangosakitini and a mojito. The mango drink had fresh mango at the bottom and was really good. Drinks were around $12-14. The restaurant itself was cozy with great lighting and an excellent use of space. It felt comfortable without being crowded, and they also offer outdoor dining. We even got a noodle refill for just $4, which honestly sealed the deal. Best place ever. Service was friendly, and we are definitely coming back for date night! read more

The food was delicious! We had an army full of appetizers. But the best dish was the garlic rice! Super flavorful, the fresh garlic cloves and egg. Ramen noodles was perfect! Service was great! She was very attentive and super kind! The vibe was awesome, felt like I was in a restaurant in the small streets of Japan read more

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Ramen is one of my favorite things in the world. If there's a chance to locate a place that serves it while I'm traveling for work, I will. JINYA is my current go-to in the Murray, UT area. I get there a few times a year for work and it's very close to my hotel. It's a small place. There's a little bar that faces the kitchen, where I've sat on my visits. The staff has always been really friendly and very attentive. The last time I went, I got a sake mojito -- it was unusual but really good! Okay, I got two. The ramen's great. The JINYA Tonkotsu Black is a favorite. I've also gotten some sides and all were good -- especially the sticky bun! The gyoza was also a good choice. Nice place all around and, like I said, it's become my go-to. read more

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Me and my mom go here at least twice a year and the food is always so tasty. This time I ordered their Chef's Special Birria Ramen and I really liked it! I also ordered a sake mojito which was super yum. read more

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I've been on the hunt for GOOD ramen since gaining in in Seattle and it's been tough, till tonight!!!!! This was incredible! So glad for a hot date night!!! Go go go! There was so many take out orders and a long long, so worth it!!! read more

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Great ramen at a great price. I love the vibe in here and the service is always quick.

The boss and I had the tonkatau black (thin noodles) and the kiddos had the tonkatau red (wide noodles and spicy broth). Tale of two cities here. Our black broth and noodles were very good. The broth was deep in flavor and the noodles were cooked properly. The red was disappointing. The red had bean sprouts in it. Sometimes you couldn't tell if you were chewing on the noodle or the bean sprouts. The noodles were not properly cooked. The spice overpowered the flavor of the broth. Service was very good. So the black would get a four from me. The red would get a 1 or 2. I'm rounding to a 3..maybe it was an off night for the wide noodles, but it is a ramen place. read more

First timer. Went with the Tonkatsu Black (extra egg). Ran me about $25 including tip. Nice flavor. Solid thin noodle. On par pork and broth. Met expectation for an Utah based Ramen spot. read more

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So this is probably a little different type of review but here goes!! I don't really love Ramen but my adult kids do! They rave about the Ramen so there's that! I want to go with them where they love to eat! I get the gyoza and the shrimp tempura with spicy sauce and both are delicious!! The Pinot Noir wine goes really well with the shrimp - just fyi!! The service is always spot on and friendly and u highly recommend their food and this location!! A little loud for conversation but I enjoy visiting with people around us so that's fun! read more

Very rude hosts I came in for dinner and everybody in the front was rude. They have four employees standing around the front doing nothing. Instead of being played and tell me a timeframe when I can sit down with the table they tell me that I have no choice to leave, and I have an hour wait which was fine, but then to get all the staring and laughing from their employees is kind of sad. I have come here longer than any of these people have worked here and too be treated so poorly is a thumbs down. More then likely will never come back read more

Amazing food, environment, and staff. Ramen is just delicious. Great list of options for food. read more

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As someone who loves to eat ramen I am disappointed. I ordered extra pork katsu and opened it and it looks old. Even the katsu in my ramen looked the same. The flavor wasn't it either. I ordered a bowl of trash because my first bite was just not it. I'm disappointed for a place being 4.7 stars if you're gonna make a place that servers ramen at least have it up to standard on what you're serving because this was a joke. read more

Holy cow, this is probably the best ramen in Salt Lake...the flavors in the spicy chicken ramen are so deep and powerful. The salmon poke tacos were so fresh and refreshing. I could eat 10 of them, haha. The server was nice, but it seemed like they were trying to handle too many tables. They seemed very rushed. The ambiance was very warm and welcoming, but we were seated at a community table across from each other so that was slightly odd. Overall, the food is a stellar 10/10, but the hectic serving and compact seating lowered it to an 8/10 read more

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Food and service are great! Their prices have gotten higher over the years, turned a regular spot into an occasional spot. We still love Jinya! read more

Came for a late lunch/early dinner on a Thursday with only 2 other parties seated so we did not have to wait in this tiny restaurant. I am never a fan of mood lighting and loud music in restaurants but it was a tame level of both of these so I could still talk and read the menu without issue. The food came quickly and I found it quite delicious. While the tonkotsu broth was very fragrant and the chashu was soft and juicy, I do wish that it had been a little hotter. Overall, not a bad vibe. read more

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The service was extremely good! Food is 10 out of 10. We were seated right away and the kids meal my son got was way more than expected. I definitely will come here again! read more

JINYA is the best ramen place!! I first tried it in Vancouver and have loved it since. I was so happy when I found out they opened in Utah! The Salmon Poke Mini Tacos were amazing! The caramelized cauliflower was also pretty good, but I wished it could be cooked longer so that it'd be softer. Their appetizers in general taste really good, but the portions are usually small and quite expensive. The Tonkotsu Black is my go-to and never disappoints. The Tonkotsu Spicy and Chicken Ramen were also great. I didn't like the Shrimp Wonton Ramen as much though. But for the most part, I loved how rich JINYA's soup base is (although I know some people think it's too salty), and so it's pretty filling. Moreover, the chasiu was delicious and tender. It's as if it could melt in your mouth! Their service was also good with friendly staff. Each time I went, I had a great time eating yummy food. I'd definitely come back over and over again! read more

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This was actually my first visit to Jinya ramen and it did not disappoint! I ordered the jinya black special, the soup was delicious and it came with thin noodles which I loved the texture so much! The waiter suggested spicy bean sprouts which was on the side and provided us extra chili oil to add, and it made my broth a perfect spicy. The only thing I wished is that they have a bigger restaurant. read more

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The Go to Ramen spot! Love this place. Especially when Justin is my server always gets my order perfect! Always smiling. Makes the trip even more worth it! read more

Went after work to gab a bite, went to Jinya Ramen and got excellent Ramen! Service was fast and uneventful. A cool thing is that they carry Orion beer from Okinawa (recommended!) . It's a small place, so go early as locals love this place. It's a bit noisier than other places, but that adds to its charm. read more

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Jinya is the best ramen I've consistently gotten in Utah. The Murray location is the OG spot and rarely lets me down. This location is not designed for big groups. I think they tried to make it authentic like true Japanese spots with limited seating. I tried something new there, the premium red which allows you to choose your spice level from 1-10. I overheard the waiter tell the couple next to us that the heat is an Utah heat, meaning it's not a true heat. And knowing Japanese cuisine isn't traditionally spicy, I went with a level 10. And regretted it immediately. I blame myself but the thick brother was thicker than normal from all the peppers and it took my breath away with the first sip. I powered through but was sweating by the time the bowl was empty but just the remaining broth. I could tell the broth was flavorful, it was just over powered by the maximum heat level. I also ordered the karage cause fried chicken read more

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Service was top tier, Ramen; Bomb as Hell *I have a Goal to try new Recipes of Ramen every time I sit down at this restaurant. *I like the "Black Tonkotsu" or the "Spicy Creamy Vegan".. You really can't go wrong with your selection read more

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- Quite busy so prepare to wait - It's not a large place so not good for big groups - The pork buns were great and I liked the takoyaki - The original ramen is pretty good and very filling - It was weird because a couple that came in and sat down after us, ordered after us, got their food before we did. Just something we took note of read more

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We ordered delivery from Jinya for dinner tonight, and while it was on the pricier side, it was absolutely worth it. My spicy tonkotsu was phenomenal--rich, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying. Highly recommend for a high-quality ramen experience! read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Murray - Ramen Near Me - Murray, Utah

The service was great our server was awesome. But the food was horrible. My "crispy chicken" karaage was overcooked and stringy, my "tonkotsu red" ramen broth had no flavor, and the chashu was stale and also lacked flavor. The worst offender was the "sushi" stale salmon and cream cheese on rice. 3 pieces. $12. Make it make sense. It seems like a fast food version of ramen with higher prices than a local store. I don't recommend this place at all. read more

I have been a frequenter of Jinya over the years and I just realized I've never taken a moment to give them a raving review! Ramen has always been one of my favorite foods and I guarantee that if you're looking for the perfect bowl of ramen to warm your soul on a cold day, this is the place! While a bowl of ramen can be incredibly filling on its own, one thing I would suggest is to not shy away from trying their small plates/appetizers. I have tried a handful of items from this section of their menu and have not yet been disappointed once. They also offer specials on occasion that are always worth a try. I once enjoyed a special that was essentially a softshell crab in a steam bun/taco and I dream about it to this day. For this trip, we opted to start with the Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna and I would highly recommend this dish to start. Where texture and flavor are concerned, these bites are an amuse-bouche! The consistency of the tuna in contrast with the crispy rice makes for the perfect bite (if you're more on the audacious side, I would call this a "one biter," but it can be a mouthful). As for our entrees, I don't think I've strayed from ordering the Spicy Creamy Vegan ramen (add mushrooms) every time. Call me a creature of habit, but I don't dare stray from this dish that truly brings me joy. Although this is a vegan dish and I am not vegan, I have always loved this menu option because it is so filling, rich, and hearty! I'm always completely satiated after a meal at Jinya. If I can make one suggestion that might improve your own experience when trying this dish, opt for less raw white onion or remove it entirely. While I do enjoy raw onion, it seems a little out of place sometimes and in this dish, I don't feel as though it adds much other than a crisp bite on occasion. Also a creature of habit, my husband orders the Tonkotsu Black whenever we visit and has enjoyed it every time. He would highly suggest it for anyone who likes the pork based broth and thinner noodle variety. What I will leave you with is that the food is absolutely delicious and I think it's a testament to the truth of that by the fact that this location is constantly packed. If I can impress upon you ONE thing, it is to not underestimate how quickly it can get busy on a weeknight. Even on most weeknights, we have had to wait anywhere from a couple minutes to an hour, BUT just know that it will be ABSOLUTELY worth the wait!! read more

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The ambiance and service were just fine-- a little loud, but a hip and trendy spot. The people working there were nice and friendly. I ordered a tonkotsu ramen and also a pork belly bao. The tonkotsu lacked some depth to the flavor; I've had a lot of really good ramen in Honolulu, LA, Toronto, etc. so I am a picky ramen eater. I would give the tonkotsu ramen a 3/5. However, the pork belly bao I had as an appetizer was delicious! I would for sure order that again the next time I go. read more

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This place has good ramen. It was the jinya bun that did it for me though, that stuff literally melts as soon as you bite into it. The pork is tender and the bun is super soft! The tonkotsu is flavorful, but don't be scared of the red stuff (chili paste?) it makes all the difference as it enhanced the ramen's flavor and pairs well with the meat. Service was good, my water was never empty and our server was knowledgeable about the menu items. She gave good recommendations and answered every one of our questions diligently. What put it over the top for me was when she didn't know the answer to one of our questions about the ingredients. This lady went to ask one of the chefs and got back to us almost immediately. I felt I was in good hands The overall environment of jinya was great, too. They shouted a greeting every time a new customer walked in and bid them farewell when someone left, both in Japanese. We'd even join sometimes, good vibes read more

JINYA Ramen Bar - Murray - Ramen Near Me - Murray, Utah

The food is always tasty and the servers are pretty decent. It's a little cramped in the State St location but not horrible. I love going here! read more

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I think this Ramen was the best of SLCIt tasted good and Rich:) I should come again next time Service was great read more

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Fast service, our waiter was personable and accommodated our party well. We had a larger group and they made sure we could sit all together. I do wish the tables had bag hooks, the interior is well decorated. Love the stained wood. Ramen was great! Loved the black garlic ramen. read more

Dig the food but service is a bit snooty. I sat down at a table and had to wait for my friend to join. He wasn't hungry so we split the bowl. $25 for a bowl and drink for lunch is a choker. We really like the food but so not worth it for broth, a few slices of chicken and a handful of broccoli sprigs. read more

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