Jin Ju

We met friends for dinner and we left happy and well fed! The food was flavorful, beautifully served and delicious! Jin Ju is a popular place and it can be loud, but the server was friendly, attentive, polite and helpful. At no time did we felt rushed or pressured, we had a great meal and would like to come back again!

The portions and the quality of the food did not reflect its high pricing. Disappointing.

I had a lot of reservations to leave a review but I think I should. I went to Jin Ju in late October 2025 with a family member on a Saturday evening. They were nice, the food tasty, but was not fresh. I guess on a bad day, this restaurant serves old food that is going bad. For example, we ordered the fried chicken wings appetizer, and we got a heavily sauced large drumsticks; we werea little confused how huge the chicken wing part, that looks like the drumstick. I guess I should have asked a waiter, "where are the wings?"But decided not to be so picky. Biting into the meat, it tasted good with a lot of heavy sweet sauce, but there was an underlying taste of stale chicken, definitely not fresh and maybe beginning to go bad...I know that taste and I really should have stopped eating it. I had one peace and a little bit of another piece. Afterwards, I got sick: my face broke out, had stomach pains, dark circles beneath my eyes and a yeast infection....Basically food poisoning. My symptoms lasted a few weeks. At the time I did notice other dishes were not as fresh; they were left overs or reheated. Because of its of this experience, I will never go there again. Service were great and they were kind, but i will never trust their food again.

Order the brussel sprouts

Seriously some of the best sophisticated Korean food in the city. I enjoy no frills Korean cuisine as well (think Joong Boo, SGD), but Jin Ju has a unique and special atmosphere to it, not to mention the food is absolutely delicious. Must try

This review is for the bibimbap: its downright terrible—worst I’ve had (for context, yes I’ve been to korea).

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Review for Jin Ju – Woman-Owned BEST Sushi & Korean Restaurant & Chef in St. Pete If you’re looking for the best sushi and Korean in St. Pete, RUN to Jin Ju! This place is an absolute gem. Not only do they have the most incredible, fresh, flavorful sushi in town, but their BOGO sushi deal is unreal — high-quality rolls at unbeatable prices. As a tuna lover, I’m blown away every single time. Their tuna is unbelievably fresh and melt-in-your-mouth good. And if you’re not in a sushi mood, their flank steak is a must-try — tender, juicy, and a hidden gem on the menu. One of the things that makes Jin Ju so special is that it’s a woman-owned business, led by an incredible woman chef whose passion shows in every dish. The employees absolutely adore her, and the energy is contagious — everyone is kind, upbeat, and genuinely happy to be there. The service is consistently exceptional — friendly, attentive, and joyful. It truly feels like the happiest staff in St. Pete. Thanks Pedro if you read this! The ambiance is beautiful — modern, zen, cozy, and perfect for date night, dinner with friends, or even a huge party! I’m always able to get seated right away, which feels rare for a restaurant this amazing. Every roll and entrée is chef’s-kiss PERFECT. This is easily one of the top restaurants in St. Petersburg, best sushi near Downtown St. Pete, and my personal go-to for incredible food, great vibes, and unbeatable deals. If you’re searching for St. Pete sushi, BOGO sushi specials, fresh tuna rolls, best sashimi, steak entrées, or local woman-owned restaurants, Jin Ju needs to be at the very top of your list. You will LOVE it here! 🍣✨ Meant to take a pic of the delicious food but we devoured it 😂💕

A clean restaurant with a great staff and delicious food. I highly recommend it

his was my first time ever having Korean food, and it was amazing. Not entirely what I expected, but in the best way. I came with a friend who knows the cuisine well and handled the ordering for the table, so I knew I was in good hands. Our server was incredibly kind and helpful, guiding us on what Soju to try and checking in throughout the meal. The restaurant itself felt chic and modern with a calm, welcoming atmosphere. If I ever make my way back to Chicago, this will definitely be one of the first places I return to.