JINYA Ramen Bar - The Parks at Walter Reed

I'm so glad I discovered Jinya Ramen Bar! The food is consistently delicious, with rich flavors and generous portions. But what really sets Jinya apart is the exceptional service. From the warm greeting I receive every time I walk in, to the friendly wait staff and bartenders, the entire team is always welcoming and attentive.As the weather warms up, I'm excited to enjoy Jinya's outdoor seating area. But even on chilly days, the cozy atmosphere inside is a great place to relax and unwind. The drink menu offers a range of tasty options, and the bartenders are always happy to make recommendations. Overall, Jinya Ramen Bar is a fantastic spot to grab a bite or meet friends for drinks - I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

We love having Jinya in the neighborhood! We never have any trouble getting a table as it's surprisingly never crowded! The customer service is always amazing and the food comes out in a timely manner as well! Some of our favorites include the Jinya Bun, Spicy Shrimp Tempura, Octopus balls and offfff course all the ramen! I hope this restaurant sticks around for awhile because it really is a great touch to the neighborhood!

Host at the front said to be seated as we like Took to the bar and we were really goodWent straight to asking questions and we put our order in....Here's what we got Spicy Tuna Tacos (hard taco) Takoyaki Octopus balls (soft in texture fun to pick up with chopsticks)

Jinya always hits. I hadn't been to one in a while but I really do enjoy their ramen. My partner ordered the wonton ramen which was really light and tasty. I ordered the spicy ramen with mild heat, which wasn't any heat at all, so now I know. It was so rich and I loved it. We ordered karaage, which was super crisp and absolutely delicious. They have a good happy hour too. Our server was really friendly. It wasn't that crowded, which was nice.

I have a confession to make. I've been to this restaurant so many times and thought I had written a review until I looked and noticed that I had not. So, I immediately got on the horn to rectify this.I was so excited when this location opened because it's within walking distance of my house. I was initially introduced to Jinya Logan Circle location, which was close to work. I thought the staff at the Logan Circle were friendly. But, since day one, when they opened here, EVERYONE has been incredibly warm and welcoming. The atmosphere here is so inviting, along with the ambiance. Two people who have stood out for me are Frank, the GM, and Mercedes, the head bartender. We befriended each other at this location's grand opening. Their warmth and friendliness have made this place feel like a second home when I don't feel like cooking. I've had the opportunity to bring so many family and friends to come here to eat for different celebrations. Everyone always thanks me for the experience. As I sought to correct my mistake, I returned tonight to celebrate a friend's new house purchase. We ordered the Ebi-Katsu Bun and Crispy Chicken as starters. Then, we ordered and ate the Shrimp Wonton Ramen and the Spicy Chicken Ramen with an egg on top. Hmm...good eating. Some other dishes that I can firmly attest to during my many visits are as follows: the Brussels Sprouts Tempura, Edamame, Pork Gyoza (6 pcs), JINYA Bun, Impossible™ Bun, Spicy Creamy Shrimp Tempura (OMG), Salmon Poke* Mini Taco (2 pcs), Spicy Tuna Tacos (2 pcs), House Salad, and Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen. Unfortunately, after eating each time, I've never had the chance to try anything from the dessert menu. Hopefully, I will make it there one day. I would be remiss if I didn't say that the drinks are delicious. In the words of the Pringles potato chips motto, "You can't have just one." Am I allowed to say this? Okay, I'll say this: "Drink responsibly." But, when you happen to miss the mark in this, there is always Uber, Lyft, Metrobus, or a taxi. Please, by all means do yourself a favor and pick one! Do yourself a favor and stop by THIS location if you are in the area; you will not be disappointed. It's a beautiful restaurant in an up-and-coming neighborhood: Walter Reed.

I have been to a couple Jinya locations, but this one has been my favorite! It is so cozy and I was pleasantly surprised by the depth but balance of flavor in my "spicy creamy vegan" ramen. Usually vegetable based broths lack any serious flavor, but this one was delicious!! The prices are a little high, but I genuinely enjoyed the taste and the thickness of the noodles used. My waiter was also very friendly and attentive! I will definitely go back to this location and check out their happy hour menu:

I recently dropped by Jinya Ramen for a late afternoon meal. The restaurant was fairly empty and the waitress seated me in a prime seat where I could see the whole restaurant as well outside. The interior design was very chic and the music playing from the sound system was upbeat and eclectic. The server came by within minutes, explained the menu and offered a few suggestions upon my request. After careful consideration, I opted for the Jinya Chicken Ramen, a delightful combination of chicken broth, chicken chashu, spinach, green onion, and fried onion served with thin noodles. While the dish was tasty, it fell short on spiciness. I immediately regretted not ordering a spicy ramen. I mentioned this to the waiter and he volunteered to bring me some chili sauce to add to my ramen. Unfortunately, the sauce only added an orange hue and did not add any spice.I devoured my ramen to the point where I could read the text on the bottom of my bowl that said "no ramen no life." I contemplated dessert; however, neither of the options appealed to me. I opted for the check once I finished my meal. I was surprised to see a $1.50 charge for spicy sauce on the bill. I did not make a fuss since the charge was minimal; however, I thought it was in poor taste to add a charge that was not disclosed upfront. All in all, I got my ramen fix and discovered a new spot that just opened in October!

I just moved back into DC after living in Columbia Md. in Columbia I had a go to for Thai food call Dao Khao (shoutout). While there were several ramen bars in Columbia none made me go back regularly. JINYA! I will be a regular. The food was crazy good. The flavors all popped! . This is my go to spot now. HH, dinner all look awesome. I had a chicken ramen and it was very tasty. But y'all need to up your spice factor. I asked for hot it was maybe medium at best. Next time I will ask for spice factor 11See you soon JINYA!

Great food. Super friendly and fast service. Chic interior. This is such a good addition to the area!I recommend the tonkatsu black - so flavorful and absolutely delicious! Also the spicy tuna cones are so fresh and good! I'll definitely be back to try more things.

Every bite of my three course meal was packed with flavor and exactly what was needed to fill my midday hunger pains. The star of the show was the Shrimp Wonton Ramen which was served with thick noodles and wontons stuffed with shrimp and pork. Now that I have been introduced to this spot, I'll definitely be hitting up the location in Arlington, VA more regularly. S/o to my servers, Nick and Mercedes for providing such great customer service during my visit.