The passionate owners of this noodle bar make ramen even the Japanese could love – but Observer readers know that already…
Bia Rebel, 409 Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3GP (02895 435 964). Ramen £6-£8. Sides £4-£6.
Be aware. If you ask chef Brian Donnelly of Bia Rebel to explain how he makes his food, he will tell you. He will go into quite extraordinary detail. There will be hand gestures and a lot of enthusiasm. If you’re a little short on time, perhaps it’s best just to order and keep the questions to a minimum. Otherwise, do ask, because it’s a hell of a story, with a beginning, a middle and an end, that end being the engrossing bowl of ramen he will serve you.
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