We came in on chili weeknight excited to give this place a try, and our bellies were warmed with yummy ramen broths and hot takoyaki. I was sad to see the menu had some many delicious sounding items crossed off, but they still offered a good selection of food. We had the inkfire ramen and dragon fire ramen, both similar broths but the dragon fire packs a bit of heat! My favorite dish was the takoyaki, and they come out incredibly hot and fresh that you have to give it several minutes to cool down. Service was super friendly, and considering there was only one server that night, the service was surprisingly quick! It wasn't busy, but there were still a good number of parties. We are looking forward to coming back and trying out other ramen options! read more

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It's definitely a very "Americanized" Japanese place, considering this place doesn't have some staples of Japanese culture, even sushi, but it's pretty solid. Had the karrage oyakodon, and it was a solid amount of food, with the chicken staying crispy. The taste was good enough, but it definitely needed more flavor/salt. The ramen is nice and customizable, but the seafood one was a bit salty; however, the spicy miso had the spice and flavor. The reason this place gets a 4 star, though, instead of a 3 for its mostly above-average food is because of the service. To date, one of the nicest servers I can recall, as she was very energetic, apologetic, etc. everything you'd want a server to do she did. It's more of a place to come hang out than to enjoy the food, as the interior was also nicely decorated, making it feel a bit cozy, but I'm not complaining much. Thats about it. read more

InkFire Ramen Tapas & Bar - Ramen Near Me - Norman, Oklahoma

Ambiance is cool. My husband had the spicy miso ramen with udon noodles and pork belly and I had the dragon fire with wavy ramen noodles with the ham hock. Mine was definitely superior and the spice was perfect. Our server was great and knowledgeable. Not my fave ramen to date. read more

InkFire Ramen Tapas & Bar - Dragon fire with wavy ramen and ham hock - very good - Ramen Near Me - Norman, Oklahoma

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Was in the mood for ramen and stumbled upon Inkfire. It's a cute restaurant perfect for a date night. We started with the karaage which was delicious! Loved the sauce it came with. The ramen was really good, the broth had a smoky flavor and the chaashuu was tender and delicious. Loved everything! Service was great too, everyone was super welcoming and nice. read more

InkFire Ramen Tapas & Bar - Karaage - Ramen Near Me - Norman, Oklahoma

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The food was not good, but the waitress was kind. Rice was too mushy and flavors were bland.

The first time my husband and little ones went to InkFire, the restaurant was still working out the kinks. The food delicious, but service wasn't organized yet. I've been very many times now, and it is SO good! We've had ramen of many kinds, tapas, wings, bulgogi, drinks, etc. it's so tasty, presented well (beautifully plated), and the service is always great! The ambiance is relaxed, the decor cute and unique, and they even have a patio! I adore this restaurant! I recommend it to anyone who mentions that they are looking to grab lunch or dinner in Norman! read more

This weekend my husband and I wanted to have Japanese cuisine for dinner. While in Norman we discovered a newer restaurant called InkFire ramen and tapas bar. I was delighted to see a few traditional dishes on the menu. We started with sharing our salads which were sliced cucumbers in a lightly spiced vinaigrette and a medium spiced cabbage salad in a sweetened soy dressing. We were hungry and excited that I forgot to take pictures! My husband had an Asahi pint on tap and I had hot green tea in a cast iron kettle with cast iron tea cup. The our entrees came. My husband had the Gyudon (beef simmered in onions with a scrambled egg in a savory and sweet sauce over rice. I had my number one favorite dish which is Katsudon. It is a fried chicken mostly pork cutlet also simmered in a sweet soy with onions and a beaten egg cooked over it served over rice as well. Both come garnished with green onions, pickled ginger and nori. It was fabulous and delicious! We left full and satisfied and we can't wait to go back! Cindy Ps. Service was great and you have an option of sitting outside weather permitting. read more

InkFire Ramen Tapas & Bar - Gyudon - Ramen Near Me - Norman, Oklahoma

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Fun new ramen spot for when it's cold outside! A yummy must go to place in Norman! Service was quick and everyone was very friendly! read more

InkFire Ramen Tapas & Bar - A glass of "Pull" - Ramen Near Me - Norman, Oklahoma

Absolutely fantastic ramen! Some of the best I've ever had! The shrimp tempura was also flawless! I only get to Norman once a year, but I'll definitely be going back to InkFire next time I'm there. Service was perfect, and the restaurant had a fun, geeky vibe. read more

Great food and nice environment, highly recommend. We loved everything we tried and will be back for more, want to try everything on the menu. read more

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Had really high hopes as we had been wanting to try this place for a while. Walked in a stood at the front for almost 10 minutes without any acknowledgement by staff. We were passed by multiple times, looked at etc, with zero words or acknowledgement that we were standing there. My husband ended up leaving and walked to the Winston to check their wait times once we realized no one was going to talk to us. I did end up just stopping a server and they nonchalantly said they were swamped. I waited tables for almost 10 years, and could not imagine being so swamped that I walked by a potential customer multiple times without even a head nod or a hello! This same employee sat at the bar, next to it, playing in their phone almost the entire time we stood there. Never. Again. Very disappointing. read more

This is unquestionably a pleasant little joint! It was super quiet when we went but that was ok. Our server seated us immediately. She was quite attentive and took our drink orders/asked about allergies as we were seated. She brought us shrimp flavored chips with our drinks. That was a nice addition to our late lunch. I had takoyaki as an appetizer. They were so tasty. Cooked perfectly! Usually when I get takoyaki it is super squishy inside. Theirs have a very tiny bit more dense texture. The best I've had probably. I also had the inkfire black seafood ramen. The broth was excellent. Like drinking the sea in the best possible way imaginable! The mussels were a little tight but that was my only critique. The noodles were typical ramen noodles. Others at the table ordered the fried sausage. It had a nice mild flavor. They also had the dragon fire ramen and the inkfire ramen. The broth from the dragon fire was a flavorful bomb of spicy! I can recommend all the dishes we ate today! Everyone really enjoyed their meals. read more

InkFire Ramen Tapas & Bar - Takoyaki - Ramen Near Me - Norman, Oklahoma

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Great food, price and atmosphere. Staff were attentive but not too attentive. Took my daughter and we both loved the food

Legitimate Raman. Very nice atmosphere, fine friendly service. Will definitely want to come back and try more of the menu.

The service was excellent, and I liked the vibe of the place. I ordered the INKFIRE Black Seafood Ramen. It tasted fine (not great, but not bad either), but it was overpriced. This place is unlikely to be a favorite restaurant for me, but I might go back to try other dishes. read more

I'll start this with I understand restaurants have growing pains when first opening. I thought we'd try this new restaurant for lunch. It was not busy, only 7 tables were sat. 45 minute wait. After we were sat it took over an hour for our food till arrive. I over heard the server talking to another table that the owner takes their time to create these wonderful from scratch recipes. After tasting our food I was not impressed. Very bland! read more

New Kid on the Block: InkFire Ramen and Tapas Bar! Norman Main St has just been graced with a new culinary gem: InkFire Ramen and Tapas Bar. Behind this innovative venture is the passionate and skilled owner, Vickey, who has invested her heart, soul, and talent into bringing InkFire to life. The interior of InkFire is beautiful, showcasing meticulous attention to detail that provides diners with a visual feast to complement the culinary delights. The service is both attentive and friendly, enhancing your dining experience from the moment you step in. The food. On my first visit, the cuisine made a fantastic impression. We started with edamame. Not only were they delicious and flavorful, but they were also playfully messy, thanks to the tantalizing combination of garlic oil and spices. Be ready to make a pit stop at the restroom for a post-appetizer handwash - worth it! The lunch highlight was the InkFire Ramen - their namesake dish. The broth was a symphony of rich, nuanced flavors, providing a delightful foundation for the myriad of tasty ingredients (egg, pork, black mushrooms, green onions, soy, bamboo). A wonderful ramen experience. Though currently in its "soft open" phase, InkFire shows promising signs of becoming a staple in Norman's dining scene. The team is finalizing a menu that is already impressive and fine-tuning other details to perfect the InkFire experience for all. If you find yourself searching for a dining experience that is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate, look no further than InkFire. Highly recommended and undoubtedly worth a visit! read more

I got the Fire Dragon Ramen which is the InkFire ramen but with their hot sauce out in it. It was really good when it came to the noodles, broth and add-ons. The only complaint I had about the ramen was that the pork was kinda chewy and dry but other than that, it was super good. The restaurant is on Main Street in norman and is a really good addition. It's a cool bar like ramen place. Our waitress was super kind and helpful. Overall I recommend! read more

InkFire Ramen Tapas & Bar - Fire Dragon Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Norman, Oklahoma

Lunch: "What would you like to drink" and NO drink menu. Centerpiece board has sauce spilled on it, and we were first customers of the day. No plate under bowls with no place to rest utensils. My inkfire ramen was salty and tasted like dishwater. My companions chicken curry was not flavorful and chicken was old and made her sick. WTH bother. Go to the ramen place on 12th Ave, plus, you don't have to park on Main St. read more

Service was good. Other than that. I have nothing good to say. Menus were greasy to the touch. Seafood potstickers tasted off, fishy. Bulgogi wasn't bulgogi, it was beef and onions in a wine sauce. Out of Dan Dan noodles. Out of tea. That's right, no iced or hot tea. C'mon Man. read more

Great atmosphere, super friendly and knowledgeable staff. Food was high quality and extremely tasty. The care that the owner gave at the bar explaining her craft made us feel welcome. read more

the food was great! the service was great! i probably won't go back though because of the ambiance. turn down the lights, turn up the music and set a ramen house vibe and you wouldn't be an empty restaurant on a friday night when every other restaurant on main street has a wait. best of luck! read more

Wonderful service, delicious ramen, intimate, great place for a date. The ambiance is so cozy and inviting.

Convinced the broth is powder/instant based. Not good at all. Try Tamashii for authentic ramen.

The portion was very small and there was no soy sauce or anything to make it spicy. Very expensive for what we got. Also the fried appetizers were not good. Wasn't greeted when we walked in. The atmosphere was cool but there was no one there. I will never cheat on Tatsumaki again. read more

Here to whet your appetite, a look back at my dinner at Ink fire ramen. The crab wontons were delicious, with the perfect amount of flavor, accompanied by a sweet/sour sauce. I really enjoyed the Takoyaki. They were slightly crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. I would say they probably are more of an acquired taste, especially for people who aren't adventurous eaters. And for the plat de résistance, the inkfire Black Seafood Ramen, which was equally as flavorsome, made with actual squid ink, and not food coloring. If I had one criticism, it would be that the shrimp was a tad overcooked. Keep in mind, this is a brand new restaurant, so I really hope they don't end up sacrificing quality to please inpatient customers. Because as far as the negative review goes, I think we can all agree that it's better to have a menu that favors quality and freshness with reasonable prices, over speed. If time is of the essence, I would suggest to go to a fast food restaurant. Kudos to the staff who were very attentive. I can't wait to go back, and enjoy more things on the menu. read more

Food and service was amazing. I got the dragon fire ramen and it was SPECTACULAR!! Ordered the gyoza as well and that was superb. Highly recommend read more

Appetizers were amazing, especially the takoyaki, edamame, and cucumbers. The salt and pepper squid was excellent. The bulgogi and sauce were great. Everything was topped by the excellent service, which resulted in excellent conversation and great recommendations. read more

Great food. Only complaint is when I ordered the teriyaki sticks it only came with 2. For a table of 4 it was not the greatest.. atmosphere was great. Really like the feel of the restaurant. Will go back. read more

This place was excellent. Everything was great, but what really hit me was that the broths between different ra.en dishes were very distinct. Not just a base with different flavors. We shared the Bacon Enoki Mushrooms and Inkfire Mashed Potato. The potato was more of a cold potato salad. For entrees we had Ramen- Tomato and the Inkfire dishes. read more

Food is good from the one time we had it for takeout. However, service is horrendous. When getting takeout, the order wasn't actually "placed" so had to wait upon arrival for it to be cooked. New place so no huge deal, but no sauces for any dishes were in the bags once we got home. Bummer. But the Raman was tasty so we tried to go in for dinner a couple months later. Big mistake. Despite having 4 people front of house, and a plethora of empty tables, we were only offered a "half table or the bar" as an option. Ok fine. We sat at a half table. 10 minutes later a party of 3 walks in (we still have no water at this point, party of 2) and were seated at a booth, served water, and app orders taken. Still we sit unacknowledged. We walked out. Unfortunate the service ruined what smelled like great food. Front of house is just as important as back. Make your servers take their earbuds up, tend to paying customers, clean off dirty tables (unacceptable to let them sit while you're doing nothing) and you'll be far more successful. Unlikely we will be back. read more