Ginya Izakaya 6 Northside Drive Northwest 1700, Atlanta, GA 30318

"It’s not often I’d consider driving >200 miles for a true Izakaya experience but Ginza is worth it for me. It’s a small spot in a strip mall but manages to ooze traditional bar style, small plate offerings. My daughter came here at 9pm on a Friday and the place was packed. The wait wasn’t long since we grabbed a spot along the bar with a kitchen view. We tried so many things and our standouts were the Okonomiyaki, Kushiyaki offerings, Chicken Karaage, Agedashi Tofu and Tonkatsu. We passed on the ramen and noodle dishes. That will be part of our next visit. They have a taiyaki dessert a well. Service is pretty good. Food comes out quickly and hot. It’s a lively atmosphere as it should be. Parking is ok, the lot can get packed at peak times. Like I said, there aren’t many places that would get me in my car and drive for hours for a meal but Ginya is one of them."

"10 pc Takoyaki - for $10. Worth it. Fresh & hot. Nothing bad but also nothing great. Sukiyaki beef udon - perfect for winter. Flavor was good. Beef was tender and had a good quantity. Would order again. Ginya Don - fresh fish and quality rice. Would order again. Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) - mixed flavors and omakase style which I approve. It was very tasty. Especially the bacon. Friends got the ramen…idk how it tasted but here’s some pictures. Lol~"

"I had a phenomenal experience at Gina Izakaya. The food tastes fresh and well seasoned. I especially recommend the Vegetable Sunomono. The atmosphere is cozy and well lit. A new Atlanta favorite."

"What a great place for Japanese food, the service was great and the food just right. It’s got plenty of seating for a small building, but no outdoor seat is available. There is a small bar inside and seats so you can watch the food being prepared. The location does have booths, tables and a traditional table where you must take your shoes off and sit in the floor. They are always busy so plan ahead, but it’s worth the wait"

"A friend took my here during the pandemic one night. I seen it while riding to an event on Friday night and came back to have dinner again. We sat at the sushi bar. I tried this Japanese strawberry drink for the first time. It tasted like a pink starburst in a way. I got the spicy chicken miso ramen and it was so good and full of flavor. I also got the crunchy shrimp roll and the spicy salmon roll. They both were super delicious. I enjoyed every bite. The customer service was great. Quick, they were attentive. Even the gentlemen working the sushi bar made sure we doing okay."