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Jin Ju

5203 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 334-6377
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Ranked #156 of 7,778 restaurants in Chicago
Price range: RM66 - RM94
Cuisines: Korean
Good for: Romantic
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Good for: Romantic
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Chicago, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 via mobile

We tried this restaurant based on the reviews from others on trip advisor. We wanted some place we had never been before and were not disappointed. There were 8 of us and we tried the appetizers, specials and regular items off the menu and were pleased with all. Our waiter was wonderful walking us through the menu and giving suggestions... More

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Danvers, Illinois
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2013

My husband and I ate there on a Sunday for our wedding anniversary. At one time my husband lived on South Korea, so he really enjoys the food. I am usually a reluctant follower when he wants to eat Korean, however, I'm a new fan. The food at JinJu was a delight to the taste buds! We had fried mandoo,... More

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14 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

I went to Jin Ju for the first time for a small birthday dinner. The service was friendly, knowledgable and prompt. We appreciated the input and suggestions. The free taster plate is a fun surprise. All of the dishes were delicious. We had fantastic tilapia dish. The texture and flavor were delicious, and it was a large quantity. The chicken... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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6 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

Jin Ju creates and serves wonderful Korean favorites, some with a western touch. Like their egg rolls; meat, (our favorite) or kimchee filled. They are awesome. Unlike other Asian egg rolls, these are served with a seasoned soy based dipping sauce, about 7 to a portion and are small and round and delicious and of course home-made. Other apps like... More

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Boston
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7 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2012

My wife and I have been coming to Jin Ju since it first opened 9 years ago. Now that we live out of town, we hadn't been there in awhile and wondered if it would still be as good as we remembered it. This weekend we went for dinner with my 70 year old parents and siblings and had a... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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47 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2012

If you like Korean food, you must try Jin Ju. There is traditional Korean food, but also Korean fusion foods that are simply amazing. I would say try one dish over another, but honestly, having been to Jin Ju several times, I have never had a bad dish. They are all delicious in their own right. I do not give... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

Upscale food, but not at upscale prices. (Mostly) great staff. I had never had Korean food until this year and now I've been to Jin Ju several times. I can't get enough of the Pajun and I get it EVERY time I go. Simply prepared, delicious every time. The Mandoo appetizer is also very tasty (steamed or fried, both ways... More

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Chicago
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15 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Drinks and atmosphere were nice. A little (make sure to read "a little") chic in Andersonville. Like the food, but pricey.

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Green Bay, Wisconsin
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011

Good food but way too dark. Server was very accommodating.

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Ramat Gan, Israel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2011

The atmosphere in Jin Ju is fantastic, and food was great. I'm quite unfamiliar with Korean food so I picked it from the menu randomly. I had some sort of Dim Sums for starters (I'm sorry but I can't remember the name) which was good and the Stone-pot Bi Bim Bap which was excellent. In fact, it was so good... More

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