Ramen, the Japanese comfort food that’s sweeping the nation, is coming to Gainesville. Local entrepreneurs Fred Brown and Bill Bryson have a passion for ramen and want to share their secret with Gainesville. Opening a restaurant, Crane Ramen, downtown at 16 SW 1st Ave, the Crane will feature creative concoctions based on traditional ramen styles and recipes. But before the restaurant opens later this summer, The Crane will be hosting a pop-up at The Vine, 627 N Main St on Friday and Saturday June 27, 28 from 5-10pm. Chef Daniel Herget will be serving bowls of three types of ramen ($10) to introduce the products and restaurant concept to the community. Come get an early taste of what’s on the dining horizon in Gainesville.