Jay’s Kitchen

First time eating here. Did not have to wait to be seated for an early dinner. Madison was our server and she was outstanding. She was attentive and very honest about the menu especially in regard to the level of spice. We ordered shrimp tempura as an appetizer which was excellent. My husband ordered the bibimbap with the spicy kimchi on the side which was very spicy (thanks Madison for suggesting it on the side). I ordered the Crack chicken which was also very good, a little more spicy than I expected but the yum yum sauce calmed it some. My only disappointment was the fried rice which was a little mushy. We will definitely be back.

First time eating here. Did not have to wait to be seated for an early dinner. Madison was our server and she was outstanding. She was attentive and very honest about the menu especially in regard to the level of spice. We ordered shrimp tempura as an appetizer which was excellent. My husband ordered the bibimbap with the spicy kimchi on the side which was very spicy (thanks Madison for suggesting it on the side). I ordered the Crack chicken which was also very good, a little more spicy than I expected but the yum yum sauce calmed it some. My only disappointment was the fried rice which was a little mushy. We will definitely be back.

Great Sushi and salmon with veggies and waffle fries, shrimp shewers... The new shrimp and corn chowder was too sweet for my taste. The salad was very fresh and ginger dressing was on point this time. Last time, it was spoiled, so always recognize the true taste because it's very good. Personally, I would have preferred it not be sweet, so I could better taste the shrimp and corn...salt, pepper and garlic would have been great to add to cut sweetness possibly from sweet corn, cream or other additives. Our 1st time having fried oreos, very sweet, but tasty. I would suggest limiting whip cream or use a lite whip since chocolate swirls were also added. Pretty, but too much excess for such small oreos. Of course, we ate it 😆. Service was Exceptional by McKinley because she was very attentive to all our needs from serving us with professionalism, kindness, beautiful smiles and ensuring we were fully satisfied all the down to taking our numerous pictures. This was a very special lunch before my sister get a major medical procedure done, so McKinley's great service meant the world to us. Thank you again McKinley.

Great Sushi and salmon with veggies and waffle fries, shrimp shewers... The new shrimp and corn chowder was too sweet for my taste. The salad was very fresh and ginger dressing was on point this time. Last time, it was spoiled, so always recognize the true taste because it's very good. Personally, I would have preferred it not be sweet, so I could better taste the shrimp and corn...salt, pepper and garlic would have been great to add to cut sweetness possibly from sweet corn, cream or other additives. Our 1st time having fried oreos, very sweet, but tasty. I would suggest limiting whip cream or use a lite whip since chocolate swirls were also added. Pretty, but too much excess for such small oreos. Of course, we ate it 😆. Service was Exceptional by McKinley because she was very attentive to all our needs from serving us with professionalism, kindness, beautiful smiles and ensuring we were fully satisfied all the down to taking our numerous pictures. This was a very special lunch before my sister get a major medical procedure done, so McKinley's great service meant the world to us. Thank you again McKinley.

the staff can't be held responsible - they're just doing the job they were hired for and they do it well. a shame the restaurant steals their tips. anyway, nice atmosphere and decor. Bulgogi Fries not bad. but goodness gracious what on earth is this excuse for "ramen". visually, spot on. but the taste could not be further from reality. 豚骨 (tonkatsu) is pork bone, but tell me how the only thing I can taste is fish, and horrible fish at that? ramen does traditionally have a bit of dried fish, but there shouldn't be a fishy taste at all. pork should be the dominant taste and yet it's nowhere to be found. no idea how the chashu was seasoned but it was no better. this is the people of Goldsboro's only option for Japanese ramen, as Narita serves Korean rameyun and Nai Thai sells a Thai variation. this is, in no way, "authentic" and is quite frankly one of the worst things I've ever eaten that labeled itself ramen. not at all surprising for a place that pays Ninja Hibachi workers $7.25 in 2026!