Paper Tiger Noodle Bar

Stopped in for a quick bite and was pleasantly surprised with the delicious bowl of Ramen. While the menu is small, the food is delicious. The spot is small and cozy, so it is always packed. It leans more toward rock/goth feel. The people are friendly and service is excellent.

Finally got to try this spot on a chilly night in Ottawa. Great service, we asked to be moved to an earlier time slot, and they were very accommodating. It was pretty chilly in there since it’s an old building, so wear a sweater! We got the crudo, kimchi, and Brussel sprouts to start. Brussels sprouts were unreal, and crudo was nice but very spicy. We then followed with the beast ramen and dandan noodles. Both were HITS! I love a small menu with everything banging. Would recommend to anyone in the neighbourhood to indulge in a cozy bowl. Ideal for small groups!

Went for a mid afternoon bite recently. Ordered the Dan Dan noodles and the beer+sake special. Sake was very tasty.

Dan Dan noodles were full of flavour but I would have loved a little more spice and little more of those numbing sichaun peppercorns.

Atmosphere was great though it was a little drafty and I didn’t expect that!

Make sure to make a reservation

First time back at Paper Tiger since 2024 and it was just as cozy and wonderful as I remembered! We ordered the chicken karaage for starters (because how could you not?), the garlic noodles + dan dan noodles for mains + two desserts: the sticky toffee pudding and a Tim Hortons inspired crème brûle (with a lil donut!)

Everything was yummy, will be back for another special occasion again!

Came here for the first time and it’s a very cute intimate spot that doesn’t have a lot of seating so definitely recommend making recommend reservations so it’s very hipstery but plays, good music and good vibes.

Service was really good. The drinks are super unique and fun. Some of them even come in a little kitty cup. They have an every day special of a beer and a jalapeño sake shot for $14.

The chicken Karaage was really good, super flavourful and nice and crispy. We also got the garlic noodles and the beast ramen, but I will say I was pretty disappointed with it. The garlic noodles just had way too much different flavours in it, and it was overly salty. There’s almost too much of a flavour blast of cheese, smokiness, and salt. The broth in the beast Ramen would’ve been really good, but with the pickled cucumbers, it tasted really strange so if you’re looking for a place that is going to have real Ramen, this is not going to be your spot, but this is definitely a unique place for a fusion Ramen bowl. The meat that came in the beast Ramen is also just really thick bacon and it was very chewy and hard to eat.

Overall, if you’re looking for a unique experience with noodles and drinks Japanese style then yes you could come try here once but if you’re looking for authentic Ramen or just looking for regular noodles, this is probably not going to be the place to go to if your adventurous of food definitely come here and check it out, but I do recommend to the restaurant that they add less salt to all of their items.

Enjoyed the Vietnamese garlic noodle and the braised beef ramen which were amazing as always.

Also had to try the chicken wings and the Ube crème brûle which were both unique. The wings were seasoned perfectly and the Ube crème brûle was a new experience for us.

The flavours of the dishes were truly well balanced and very good.

Fantastic spot! Service was excellent, efficient and informative.

Drinks were good and enjoyed the red wine. Started with the brussel sprouts and they were very well done. For mains we had the beast (delicious ramen with lots of well prepped ingredients) and the Dan Dan noodles, which were great, peanuty and quite filling.

I will be back to try more menu options.