JINYA Ramen Bar - 2nd and PCH

"First Timer to a Ramen restaurant and as one should asked about the menu and customer favorites. Service was very helpful, very busy and staff were pleasant. I chose customer favorite and enjoyed it with warm sake. Entree was sufficient but many other tables had starters. I believe I would return to try another dish. 5pm is before the rush, we sat at 6pm and inside sitting was packed."

"I had tried the Jinya Ramen in Vancouver, CAN and had no idea this place existed in Long Beach until my sister took me. It was just as good as the Vancouver location. This is some of the best ramen I’ve ever had. The portion size was perfect for me and the broth/ seasoning sauce they provide just makes the dish so delicious. We also got the cauliflower appetizer and it was delicious. Service was also great, the girl gave great recommendations. I can’t wait to come back to try some of their other broths and appetizers."

"Nice. Hip. Trendy. Normally very busy, especially Fridays and Saturday nights. And for good reason too! The meat, noodles, and broth are savory/delicious. Tons of options too! The egg is one of the best, soft and gooey on the inside. They also give you a whole one, unlike many other establishments. My only knock is that it's only 2 smallish slices of chashu pork and relatively light on toppings (you can add more for an extra fee). Overall, I would still return, the quality is up there with some of the best."

"[Update: Tried a vegan ramen, the Tsunami White Pearl. I'm dumbfounded a vegan broth is this thick and rich. Well executed Jinya.] Long Beach has a new Ramen Bar in town, and it's awesome. First, love the fire pit table outside, the inside has a nice warm atmosphere, very cozy ambient lighting. Staff is friendly and fairly attentive. The food however is what makes this place shine. I've only tried two Tonkotsu options (one spicy, one black garlic), but they were both slightly different. The black Tonkotsu used thin noodles, and the spicy used thick; both did an excellent job of holding the broth to the noodles while you slurp it up. Thick noodles were perfectly cooked as well, springy and ever so slightly al dente for a bit of chew. Waiter warned me from spice level five saying three was hot, and four was the perfect balance between heat and flavor for me, so kudos for that. The regular Tonkotsu broth is amazing, rich but actually not as heavy as some other places. The appetizers are also solid. Get the curry rice ball croquettes while you can, has that bit of oozy cheese inside, and the curry flavor isn't overdone. The sushi cones are neat, but maybe a little pricey ($5 for happy hour, I'd happily pay that all day). The tacos are different, definitely good portion to price and delicious. Edamame is well portioned, perfect with a pint of Sapporo as a snack. I'm legitimately glad this place opened, it's in the perfect spot between all the other ramen establishments. Definitely will be a regular."

"If you’re looking for vegan ramen in Long Beach, this is a good option. They opened recently so they are still figuring out a few quirks in terms of service. The food tastes the same as their other locations so that’s good. If you’re into tea, they serve Bigelow and Lipton. You’re warned. They also have happy hour!"