# Glow-in-the-Dark Ramen Bars Bompas & Parr is Opening a Showstopping Ramen Noodle Bar in Atlanta By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-01-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ramen-noodle-bar References: [atlantamagazine](https://www.atlantamagazine.com/dining-news/worlds-first-glow-dark-ramen-pop-up-debuting-atlanta/) & [中村家](http://中村家.com/) In Atlanta, Georgia is the world's first-ever glowing [ramen noodle bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endless-ramen), created by [Bompas & Parr](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/demon-meat) in collaboration with Zoo-as-Zoo. The Nakamura.ke Lumen Ramen Bar pop-up will be open for a short time in the United States before it will make its move to Paris. Previously, Bompas & Parr has experimented with luminescence and this new project allowed it to draw from its expertise to create unique [ramen dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ramen-library) by experimenting with Vitamin B2, quinine levels and natural food coloring. Those who visit the glow-in-the-dark ramen bar will be astounded by more than just the food, as the entire sensory experience is enriched with tales of mythical spirits from Japanese folklore, who are said to "serve their bioluminescent ramen in the underworld." Image Credit: *[Dashboard](http://www.dashboard.us/)* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Glow-in-the-dark Dining:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of luminescent materials and immersive storytelling to create unique dining experiences. - **Novel Food Experimentation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with unconventional ingredients and techniques to create visually stunning and interactive food experiences. - **Cultural Fusion Cuisine:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional cultural elements with modern dining concepts to create captivating and memorable dining experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality and Restaurants:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unconventional dining concepts to attract adventurous food enthusiasts. - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative food and beverage products that explore the boundaries of taste and presentation. - **Event Planning and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate multisensory experiences and immersive storytelling into events and entertainment offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Ramen Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-maruchan-ramen-cottage-party.md) - [Contemporary Japanese Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jinya-ramen-bar-opens.md) - [Collagen-Infused Instant Ramen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-ramen.md) - [Ramen Culture Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xlarge-x-takumi.md) - [Ice Cream Ramen Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-volcano.md) - [Limited Collaborative Instant Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-2.md) - [Gourmet Convenience Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-star-ramen.md) - [Ramen Noodle-Derived Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-liquor.md) - [Restaurant-Quality Ramen Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-ramen-kits.md)