"Open for: Lunch Price range: $$ This soup and salad shop may look like a casual downtown cafe from the outside, but the menu includes all kinds of surprises. The must-try dish is the jalapeno-studded Fire Ramen Noodle Soup, a customizable bowl that can be made with vegan or bone broth. Rice bowls with house-made teriyaki sauce are another fan favorite, with a range of toppings like unagi, kimchi, and tofu. There are also plenty of fresh smoothies if you’re craving a break from heavy New Mexican cuisine and want some fruit instead. Vibe check: In the lounge area, you can kick off your shoes and play board games for as long as you like." - Karen Fischer
