Clever Ramen

Clever is a counter-service spot where you can take a break from formatting spreadsheets and grab food before sending afternoon emails. Midday usually has a line out the door, so get here before 12pm, opt for a late meal, or order ahead to skip the queue. The space is our idea of an adult treehouse, with green ferns hanging from the ceiling and curvy wood paneling. You’ll be happy with the spicy karaage chicken bao or rich pork belly ramen, and their fries with kimchi and cheddar cheese sauce are great—they might make you want to nap after demolishing, but who gets any work done after lunch anyway?