Kinya Ramen - Durham: Authentic Japanese Ramen, Fresh Sushi & Cozy Dining Experience

My friends and I visited Kinya on their 2nd day of soft opening (10/26/25) and had an overall lovely experience! Upon walking in we were welcomed by all of the staff and were quickly in awe at the beautiful and spacious dining area. There is lots of seating for groups of various sizes and lots of bar seating as well. After being seated, we were greeted by our server, Comfort. Comfort was a gem! She was very warm and friendly, attentive to our needs, and was happy to answer any questions we had! And last but not least, the food was really delicious! All of us ordered different ramen bowls as well as some sushi and soup dumplings. The ramen was so flavorful with al dente noodles, perfectly jammy eggs, and plentiful toppings! The sushi was super fresh and tasty and the soup dumplings were surprisingly excellent! Highly recommend! My friends and I can’t wait to return to try more things off the menu!

We went for dinner, on a cold and rainy night. The atmosphere was relaxing, with the decor being beautiful. The staff was inviting and kind. The food was absolutely amazing! Yes, they are brand new (as of October 28, 2025), so there are a few hiccups, but they still did an amazing job! We can't wait to go back! We tried the Kinya Ramen and the broth was really good and not really salty like a lot of ramen broths are. We also tried the trio of sushi tacos. What a fun way to present sushi! Comfort was our server and she was very nice. Janet, the general manager, was so happy to see us! She even gave me a tour of the space, showing me their fun celebration room, with a karaoke machine and lights that react to the music! Overall it was an enjoyable evening!

The atmosphere is so good! Beautiful interior design. As for the food, the ramen was delicious. Nicely seasoned broth, and the meat was tender. I love that the meal came with kimchi! My husband loved the poke bowl as well.

I recently tried the new KINYA Ramen & Sushi Bar and absolutely loved it! The ramen broth is rich and flavorful — you can tell it’s freshly made every day. The sushi is super fresh and beautifully presented, and the matcha gelato for dessert was the perfect finish. The staff were very friendly, and the restaurant has a cozy Japanese-style vibe. They even have private rooms with KTV, which makes it a great spot for group gatherings or team dinners!

This gem *just opened 5 days ago. 5 star experience! I felt like I was back in Japan; I was greeted with loud, unanimous cheer on entry. Our server, Seven, was amazing - answering all menu questions. The team name tags light up! They told me about their private rooms of 2 sizes - with karaoke. I'll be back for that. My Kinya Ramen could be customized to my desired liking AND had edible 24k gold flakes adorning the beautiful presentation! A couple dining in celebrated theor 15th wedding anniversary there - great fanfare! We will most definitely be back. I HIGHLY recommend this FANtastic experience & great food & drink establishment!

We met some friends for lunch today at Kinya. We knew it had just opened, so we were excited to try it out. We ordered the Kenya Ramen, Beef Ramen, a sushi combo, and some appetizers. The ramen broth was incredibly flavorful, and the sushi with fresh wasabi was the biggest surprise — absolutely delicious! The restaurant was spotless and had a very comfortable atmosphere. I’ll definitely choose this place again when entertaining friends.

Joy was our server and she was great. It's beautiful inside. I really enjoyed the kimchi. My dish was the spicy ramen with chicken. Lots of meat and noodles in the ramen. My bf got the Thai milk tea with about 70% sweetness. It was very delicious. I loved we were offered a choice on sweetness level

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic lunch at Kinya in Durham! We stopped by Kinya for lunch and had such a great experience. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and our server David took excellent care of us—friendly, attentive, and made great recommendations. We ordered the Tonkatsu Ramen, Shrimp Tempura Ramen, King Salmon Belly Nigiri, and Takoyaki. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The ramen broths were rich and comforting, and the sushi melted in our mouths. The Takoyaki was so good I forgot to take a picture before eating—it comes with six pieces, and every bite was amazing! Kinya is a wonderful new addition to Durham’s dining scene—definitely worth visiting for lunch or dinner!