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TOMO, Seattle, WA
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TOMO

$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 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 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 29 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
  • 3.7Value

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 vibrant dining experience with "amazing staff" and "amazing food." The menu is praised for its creativity and unique flavors, while the cocktails are among the "best in Seattle." Despite a 22% service charge, guests appreciate the wonderful service and engaging atmosphere, making it perfect for special occasions.

29 Reviews

  1. Caleb

    VIP

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. Mary Lee

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  3. Tony

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 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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  4. Neil

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Went there for our anniversary and had the Steakhouse concept. Food and service were good not great. Standout was the brussell sprouts dish. Its super expensive though and it's in White Center so really?! $50 for a corkage fee and they don't even have decent stems. Go to the Met Grill or El Gaucho if you want to spend on a steakhouse splurge and you'll have a much better experience overall.

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  5. Alexa

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good, not great. Went for the Steakhouse concept in December. Food was fine, but definitely not on par with top steak houses in Seattle, despite the price point being at par or above a top steakhouse. Portion sizes were small/weird - we were given half a loaf of baguette crostini for 4 tablespoons of crab dip, and an entire plate of vegetables for a tiny smear of almond spread. Service was good, and cocktails were great. But, when the cocktails, potato and brussels sprouts are the best parts of a steakhouse dinner, you're probably better off doing something else with your time.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, but food was overall lacking especially for the price.

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  7. John

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    first time we went here for a special occasion it was amazing. Last night not so great. Some things were just off. Like i dont need a baked potato served off a gold potato cart and it was undercooked. I wanted to like this place as much as the firat time but it just wasnt there last night. That being said there was a couple stand out dishes mainly the brussle sprout side and the cabbage served with the Tuna. Both outstanding. I hope this place makes it as there "aint "much in white center as far as creative fine dining. All in All $400 plus for 2 no alcohol. Ouch that one stung.

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  8. Matt

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Chophouse themed dinner was simply amazing! The Waldorf Salad - so simplistic but one of the best salad courses I may have ever eaten. And the baked potato cart - I splurged for the black truffle add-on. I may never eat a baked potato again because I know it’ll never be this good. Once again all of the staff were so friendly and accommodating to all of my questions. I truly love the laid back atmosphere - hard to believe as always this gem is hidden in White Center.

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  9. Kevin

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We went during the month of December which features their chophouse style menu. Our dry aged prime rib entree was overcooked and chewy, the best thing we had was the steamed wagyu slider and Brussels sprouts.

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  10. Ifeanyi

    VIP

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Not the refinement we had hoped for. The staff were dressed like they just rolled out of bed. Literally. The staff were inexperienced. When asked about taste profiles always had to huddle or go ask someone else. Food was plentiful and super expensive. Non traditional service flow. Overall, Not worth the $450 price I paid for 2.

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FAQs

TOMO is rated 4.4 stars by 29 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for TOMO

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

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    White Center
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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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