Kinya Ramen – Meridian

Kinya Ramen - Meridian is a restaurant in Meridian, ID. The establishment serves ramen, sushi, and bar items, focusing on what it describes as an authentic dining experience. The menu features Golden Ramen topped with real gold flakes, specialty cocktails mixed with gold flakes, and handcrafted drinks. For locations that serve sushi, the items are prepared by chefs referred to as Itamae. The restaurant highlights that some of its chefs resided on the mainland of Japan and have prepared authentic dishes for many years, contributing to a rich, creamy broth.

The name Kinya means gold, a concept the business applies to its food and service standards. The interior features a Daruma character, a symbol of perseverance and good luck in Japanese culture. The one-eyed Kinya Daruma mascot represents the quest for high-quality food and service. Its design includes wavy lines referencing signature golden noodles and a base matching the bottom of a ramen bowl. The Daruma doll is associated with the concept of nanakorobi yaoki, which translates to falling down seven times and standing up eight, serving as a reminder of goals and perseverance.

Kinya Ramen - Meridian holds a rating of 4.60 based on customer reviews. It is located at 3149 W Quintale Dr #130 in Meridian. The business offers a specific style of Japanese cuisine characterized by gold-flaked dishes and authentic preparation methods in the Meridian area.