Once upon a time, ramen noodles were a cheap dish for college students and kids with picky palates. However, nowadays, hungry diners likely aren't referring to instant noodles when they talk about this dish. Ramen has, believe it or not, become a gourmet dish in many Asian-inspired restaurants throughout the U.S. Here in the Best Location in the Nation, there are many places for ramen in Cleveland... but you'd be hard-pressed to find ramen more gourmet than that served at Xinji Noodle Bar. Is your mouth watering yet? It will be once you see the dishes at this Cleveland restaurant! Check it out:
Keep your eyes peeled next time you're driving down Lorain... Xinji Noodle Bar is hiding in plain sight.
This Ohio City restaurant is as vibrant as what you would expect in this charming neighborhood... except that it serves dishes that are both familiar and exotic.
Many come here for the ramen, but there's so much more that this restaurant has to offer.
Xinji specializes in Pan-Asian cuisine, ranging from Korean fried chicken to dumplings.
For starters, it has an ambiance that's oh so cozy.
This is one seriously laid-back restaurant, but in a good way. You'll love its dreamy outdoor dining space, and inside you'll find yourself wrapped up by the aromatic and spicy scents coming from the kitchen.
And you'll love the vibrancy of its dining space. It's honestly downright inspired.
Vivid colors and artwork blend flawlessly with the Ohio City atmosphere. If you have time after your meal, this is one neighborhood you'll want to explore.
Plus, Xinji serves cocktails and drinks that will make your mouth water.
Find local beers from names you recognize, like Fat Head's, as well as internationally sourced beers like Hitachino Dai Dai Ale.
If you're looking to try something unique, the menu will pique your interest. They have bao, kimchi balls, mochi, and more!
Click the link above to order online -- don't worry, you can grab some of those cool beers through the app, too!
Xinji Noodle Bar sources as many local ingredients as possible, so you can be sure you're getting something fresh and satisfying.
Locally sourced veggies and farm-raised meat somehow make dishes so much more indulgent.
And the drinks... many beverage options you'll find come from all around the world.
Who doesn't love a good sake with their ramen dish?!
Noodles are the name of the game at Xinji Noodle Bar, and there's truly something for everyone here.
They offer kids noodles, too, so the whole family will find something to munch on at Xinji.
Ramen, dumplings, and good vibes galore await at Xinji Noodle Bar.
You can check it out at 4211 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113.
Nobody quite does ramen in Cleveland like Xinji. Have you ever visited this local landmark? What dish was your favorite?
If you love ramen, you'll love visiting Mason's Creamery in the winter months. During the warmer half of the year, however, you'll find oodles of ice cream!
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