Restaurant
JINSUSA
Shop 1/40 Blackwood St, Mitchelton QLD 4053, Australia
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Shop 1/40 Blackwood St, Mitchelton QLD 4053, Australia
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Tucked along Blackwood Street, JINSUSA delivers restaurant-grade Japanese comfort classics at genuine neighbourhood takeaway prices. Locals treat the intimate dining room as their default sushi run, packing tables for fresh sashimi, crisp chicken katsu curry, and generously rolled dragon plates. Regulars lean into the house specialty—the coconut-rich Jin ramen laced with laksa spice—while background jazz keeps the room relaxed even through the dinner rush. Service moves quickly, pairing hearty bento boxes and hot teriyaki bowls with cold sake or miso.
- Laksa-Style Jin Ramen: Bowls built on coconut milk broth with laksa spices offer a distinct house twist alongside traditional bowls.
- Fresh Sushi & Sashimi: Neighbourhood favourite for made-to-order rolls, tiger plates, and thick-cut sashimi.
- Easygoing Jazz Backdrop: Intimate shop atmosphere with upbeat jazz tracks and fast, cheerful table service.
What's On at JINSUSA
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Jinsusa
Discover why Mitchelton locals choose Jinsusa for authentic Japanese comfort food, specialty ramen, and relaxed neighbourhood dining.
Fresh, Flavoursome Sushi & Sashimi
Handcrafted sushi and sashimi platters made fresh with generous fillings, from fried shrimp and avocado rolls to dragon and tiger plates.
Sushi is freshly made and flavoursome.
Monique Mawbey Signature Laksa-Style Jin Ramen
A distinctive house noodle recipe marrying laksa-inspired coconut milk broth with authentic ramen noodles.
The coconut milk with the ramen was such a great combo.
쥰 Relaxed Dining Set to Cool Jazz
An inviting dine-in ambiance elevated by a background cool jazz playlist that sets a relaxed pace.
The cool jazz really adds something.
Alix O'Hara Cozy, Welcoming Neighbourhood Vibe
A comfortable, welcoming shop layout paired with attentive table service that makes dining in a pleasure.
the cozy but open feel of the joint really brings everything together.
Lachlan Weber Casual Family Dinners for All Ages
A varied menu of bento boxes, teriyaki rice bowls, and shared gyoza that satisfies every generation at the table.
Our four members family all enjoyed foods + atmosphere.
Minhwi Kim Hospitality That Elevates Gatherings
Warm, attentive service that makes casual gatherings and special family milestones feel genuinely looked after.
staff so friendly, helpful and obliging a great family restaurant.
John Goodship
Most popular items
Authentic Japanese comfort classics and house specialties crafted fresh
Laksa-Style Jin Ramen
The laksa style Jin ramen was really good, something different I haven’t had before.
Valerie “V” Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl
my son couldn’t get enough of the teriyaki rice bowl.
Alanna Evans Karaage Chicken
the karagi chicken are superb... served freshly cooked
DꙪm Chicken Katsu-Curry
It was, hands down, the best chicken katsu-curry I've had in a long while, and for only ~$16.
Alexander Nuutinen
Other favorites
Flavourful sides, shared starters, and beverages to complement your meal
Gyoza
The gyoza was also really tasty.
쥰 Crinkle Cut Fries in Sticky Sauce
crinkle cut fries in some sticky sauce that was sublime.
Gareth Dower Miso Soup
the miso soup is so good!
DꙪm Sake Selection
The sake selection is small, but delicious.
Ms Sharma
Before you head over
Practical advice to help you get the best out of your visit to JINSUSA.
Anticipate Peak Takeaway Waits
Peak dinner hours like 7:30 PM can see heavy backlogs and long takeaway wait times. Pre-order in advance or dine during off-peak times if you are on a tight schedule.
Spice Up the Jin Ramen
If you enjoy heat, ask for the coconut-broth laksa ramen with extra spice for the most balanced, robust combination.
Note Takeaway Container Fees
Takeaway orders incur a $0.50 container fee, so plan ahead or choose to dine in and enjoy the jazz ambiance.
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