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TOMO, Seattle, WA
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TOMO

$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
We serve eclectic Japanese-American cuisine and serious wine in a former adult video store. Since opening, Tomo has received recognition as one of the country's best new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report and has been nominated for Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation.

Chef Brady Ishiwata Williams’ menus are personal, and feature outstanding ingredients prepared simply and with confidence.

Our wine program highlights rare and ephemeral wines made by creative, principled people. We also serve a variety of classic and seasonal cocktails, emphasizing small-batch spirits and quality nonalcoholic options.

We strive to be a cherished part of our guests' lives, providing a warm atmosphere, ever-changing menus, and exclusive events with top chefs and industry experts from around the world.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Chef Brady Williams

From the OpenTable editors: Fine dining with an impressive wine list in a former adult video store? No seriously, it’s fun. James Beard Award-winning chef Brady Ishiwata Williams of Canlis fame throws down a creative and playful Japanese American tasting menu that might include three bean salad, Dungeness crab rice, and culminate in a mountain of the Japanese shaved ice dessert kakigori.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Creative Japanese, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 17:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Website
    https://tomoseattle.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We do offsite catering and private events at the restaurant! Please email party@tomoseattle.com for inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    For parties larger than 6, please email party@tomoseattle.com. Thanks!
  • Location
    9811 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106-2830
  • Area
    White Center
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 36 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Innovative

  • South of Seattle

    Best Ambience

  • South of Seattle

    Innovative

  • South of Seattle

    Hot spot

  • South of Seattle

    Neighbourhood gem

  • South of Seattle

    Great for fine wines

  • South of Seattle

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
TOMO offers a unique dining experience with a "creatively satisfying" menu and "amazing" cocktails. While some guests highlighted issues with wait times and pricing, many praised the "amazing food" and "fantastic service." The Thanksgiving feast and caviar baked potatoes are standout dishes. TOMO is ideal for special occasions with its inventive and ever-evolving menu.

36 Reviews

  1. Lucy

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I thought the food was amazing. I was slightly unsure what to expect, but every dish was wonderful. We did the set menu - usually I expect the small plates to be the stars, but the mains were exceptional! We had the Pork and the steam burger - YUM

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  2. Cesar

    Seattle

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    TOMO offers a stunning ambiance with its sleek, modern design and warm, inviting atmosphere. Unfortunately, while the setting is exceptional, the food fails to meet the same high standards, leaving much to be desired. The meal started with bread and butter, which was disappointingly average. For a restaurant with such a polished feel, I expected something more elevated. The chawanmushi was a pleasant surprise, delicately prepared and well-balanced, earning a solid 4/5, though it wasn’t particularly memorable. The butternut squash dish, however, was a major letdown. The macha sauce felt like an uninspired attempt to innovate, lacking the bold, tangy, and spicy notes that remind me of Venezuela and Mexico. The squash itself had an overpowering sweet, almost burnt raisin flavor that clashed with the rest of the dish. The steam burger was another misstep, feeling completely out of place on the menu. A salty wagyu patty served on a Hawaiian roll lacked sophistication and cohesion, making it an easy pass. The pork chop was the highlight of the night, with excellent flavors and a chimichurri sauce that was on point. However, the experience was marred by the pork being alarmingly undercooked, which made it a risky dish to enjoy despite its good taste.

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  3. Samantha

    Seattle

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sam was our server and he was the best! We loved the food, the butternut squash was really cool texture wise. We love this place and come here often!

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  4. Anna

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and amazing food. Very creative and tasted great with good presentation

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  5. gary

    VIP

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service. One of our favorite spots!

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  6. James

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Much of menu was not available (reasonable steak, not allowed to get soba), drinks were not delivered timely

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  7. Caleb

    VIP

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    A bit disappointed to be seated 30 minutes after our reservation time and as the last reservation of the evening. Also, I understand that you have to do closing duties while winding down service but after being seated late and having a seemingly indifferent server, that was the icing on a very mediocre cake, particularly compared to previous visits. Overall, disappointed.

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  8. Mary Lee

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The chef’s table menu was inventive and delicious. Service was friendly and informative. Parking is problematic in that neighborhood and surroundings a touch on the sketchy side, so better to travel in pairs.

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  9. Janel

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our meal and experience was amazing and delicious. Especially good cocktails and bourbon list. Each course was amazing and all around great vibes. Can’t wait for our next visit.

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  10. Tony

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely evening by every metric. Food, service, and atmosphere are all operating at an extremely high level while never feeling stuffy or pretentious.

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FAQs

TOMO is rated 4.4 stars by 36 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for TOMO

9811 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106-2830

Additional information

  • Area
    White Center
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 17:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Creative Japanese, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://tomoseattle.com/
  • Catering
    We do offsite catering and private events at the restaurant! Please email party@tomoseattle.com for inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    For parties larger than 6, please email party@tomoseattle.com. Thanks!
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