JINYA Ramen Bar To Open First Location in Michigan
Acclaimed Japanese ramen restaurant to debut in Royal Oak, offering first 100 guests free ramen on their next visit
Royal Oak, MI (RestaurantNews.com) JINYA Ramen Bar is set to bring its authentic ramen experience to Michigan with the opening of its first location in Royal Oak on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 11 a.m., offering guests a taste of real ramen culture. To celebrate this milestone, JINYA will offer the first 100 guests free ramen on their next visit, making it a must-attend event for ramen lovers.
Located at 129 Main St. in the Royal Oaks shopping center, the new restaurant will serve JINYA’s acclaimed ramen, featuring broths simmered for 20 hours to develop rich, complex flavors. Guests can also enjoy traditional Japanese rice bowls, small plates, and an array of authentic ramen toppings, craft beer, and curated cocktails.
“Bringing JINYA to Michigan has been a long time coming, and we couldn’t think of a better place to start than Royal Oak,” said JINYA CEO Tomo Takahashi. “The city has an incredible food scene, and we’re excited to introduce our signature ramen to the community. We can’t wait for locals to experience the flavors and quality that make JINYA special.”
The new JINYA in Royal Oak marks the brand’s first location in Michigan and 71st systemwide. Once open, the restaurant will serve guests Sunday – Wednesday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Thursday – Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
At JINYA, ramen is more than a meal—it’s an experience. Guests can savor slow-simmered, thick, and flavorful broths perfectly paired with handcrafted noodles. Toppings like tender pork chashu, shrimp wonton and seasoned eggs add depth to every bowl, while small plates and craft beer selections complete the dining experience. With a commitment to authentic flavors and quality ingredients, JINYA brings an elevated take on traditional ramen to Royal Oak because ramen culture is serious business—and seriously delicious.
To learn more about JINYA’s full menu, visit JINYARamenBar.com. Photos and a logo are available HERE.
About JINYA Ramen Bar
Founded in 2010 by Tomo Takahashi – who was named among the most influential restaurant CEOs in the country in 2022 by Nation’s Restaurant News – JINYA Ramen Bar has over 60 restaurants with multiple new locations in the pipeline. JINYA’s focus on kaizen – the Japanese practice of continuous improvement – means its guests will always experience the best ramen out there. From the water used to prepare its broth to the special aging process that its noodles undergo, JINYA pays meticulous attention to everything that goes into its guests’ bowls. JINYA also operates bushi by JINYA, Robata JINYA, LBD Japanese Bar and Lounge, and JINYA Ramen Express. For more information, visit JINYARamenBar.com and follow JINYA on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. To learn more about JINYA’s franchising opportunities, visit JINYARamenBar.com/franchise.
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