Jinya Ramen Bar

This ramen shop, located behind The Plaza Theatre in Poncey-Highland, does a good job of disguising its franchise-happy roots. Huge metal cube lighting fixtures, exposed brick walls with anime-style paintings, and upside down plant boxes hanging from the ceiling make Jinya feel (dare we say) like just part of the neighborhood. Alternating black and red bowls lining the open kitchen counter set the stage for what they’re best at and why you should be here—ramen. Get the spicy chicken ramen for broth that’ll clear your sinuses. And while you’re at it, snag a jinya bun stuffed with pork cashu and drizzled with their special house made tangy sauce.