"This ramen shop located behind The Plaza Theatre does a good job of disguising its franchise 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) just like 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." - juli horsford
