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Tomo Sushi

3.8 (389 reviews)
ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
Open 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
Updated a few days ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Hong L.

Updating my review as this is no longer my favorite since trying multiple new items from Tomo. The Bay Scallop roll is still my favorite, and they still make the best scallop roll imo, but everything else has been mediocre. The tempura is terrible. I don't even know how to describe it, but it's mostly batter and the texture is somewhat tough, which is really strange for tempura. Probably the worst I've ever had.

Hamachi Shooters YUM!
Amanda C.

Have been here many times before (me 20+ years and introduced my hubby to this place) , however; for some reason have never reviewed them...they've been here since 1995 and know what they're doing! Tonight we went on a date night. Arrived early at 430pm so we could snag the covetted sushi bar seats that we used to want but never arrived in time before the regulars. (Who by the way haven't changed since we used to come a few times per month) My husband ordered a hot sake and a large Asahi. I ordered a cold sake that they said was the most popular. It was delicious with soft pear accents and they gave me a bucket of ice to keep the bottle cold. We started out with ordering Chuka Isako (a special: seasoned baby octopus ) the flavors were amazing (a blend of flavors, almost teryaki, ponzu, mirin, umami so good, and topped with sesame seeds)...and my husband said it was one of the best things he's ever eaten!! We also order the Sashimi Special (Salmon Sashimi with Avocado and a spicy ponzu sauce) it was like BUTTER so smooth and yummy! Ordered on a recommendation from one of the regulars a Hamachi Shooter (which i was told to NEVER order when it's crazy busy because of the work it takes to make) but OMG tuna, homemade sauces with vinegar, citrus and so many flavors it's an explosion in your mouth. YUM! Another roll we ordered was a Lisa Special roll which has a "creamy scallop & avocado center covered with salmon & avocado and thinly sliced lemon" so so delicious. Before you think we ordered too much just KNOW it's an experience. Worth every bite. And worth spacing out so you can taste more things! We also ordered the Tony Special roll: salmon & fried onion rolled with spicy crab. There's also a dash of hot sauce that was a good finish to the bite. Also based on another recommendation we had a sort of steak tartare roll (Smokey bite, similar to a filet straight off the bbq with the first juicy bite) which had so many flavors i cannot even describe them. It was served similar to nigiri (on top of rice) but wrapped with seaweed. And the owner/sushi chef made us an albacore belly nigiri that was heaven! Highly recommend this place. The BEST sushi in the South Bay!! A hidden gem for sure.

Yellowtail sashimi dinner.
Jonathan S.

I liked the sashimi dishes I have had here. Also the many rolls i have tried.. the mamaniku is especially good.. On occasion there was a little extra piece of seafood on the plate. The customer service has ways been good. It's a sad day that Anthony the owner is retiring from the business. I wish him the very best.

As of April 12, 2026

Great neighborhood sushi restaurant. Been going here for years with my family. My son recently was craving Tomo and we haven't gone in a while. I'm not sure if it is permanently closed; stopped by to see what the hours actually were. But as of April 12, 2026 the day I dropped by ( I live really close) there was this notice. I stopped by around 2:40 pm. Yelp says it's permanently closed and google says its open.. I really don't know. Maybe the new owner ship will be announced soon

kim d.

A little quaint place to grab a quick bite! The quality of fish was good, but nothing extremely special. However the amaebi was probably the best shrimp we've ever had! Salmon and hamachi were good as well, and we ordered two hamachi rolls--super simple but the quality of fish was pretty good! We didn't prefer the tuna though; the cuts of tuna were thin and general didn't have the expected quality that you would typically have of maguro. The unagi scallop hand roll was also just ok, as the mayo mixed in with it was too overpowering--would prefer if there was a smaller ratio of mayo mixed in with it. Overall, really cute spot--service was great and the workers were really nice and welcoming!

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Ter L.

At nearly 4 stars with 345 reviews, I really had high hopes for Tomo Sushi. My family of 3 arrived without having to wait for seating. Chairs are spacious but still provided good support for my constantly moving toddler. The menu is pretty straightforward, offering appetizers, bentos, rolls, sashimi, & nigiri. The one thing that stands out is the large array of sake. Our dinner consisted of: Garlic Edamame Sashimi Moriwase Dinner Saba Shioyaki Mackerel Dinner California Roll **dinner meals come with miso soup, rice, & a side salad** The garlic edamame was delicious. This dish was jam packed with garlicky deliciousness and flavors were spot on. Sashimi Moriwase was good- the slices of fish were fresh but a few selected pieces were obvious thinner than others. Mackerel was cooked thoroughly and still very moist. The California roll was the worst purchase of the evening- the roll didn't consist of any creamy binding ingredient which is something that ensures the roll to be moist and a preferred way for us to enjoy. I won't hold the lack of a binding ingredient against Toko- this is just their way of executing CA rolls but!! I didn't like the fact that the rolls weren't even tightly rolled. The avocado and imitation crab simply fell out of the nori & rice outter layer. Customer service wasn't attentive. Orders were taken and we were essentially forgotten aside from food being brought out. We had to request for hot tea refills, we had to flag someone down for napkins [who forgot about us/our request so we had to ask the same lady for a second time]. The 2 women running the floor seemed talkative and friendly with other tables who were obviously regulars but aside from that... nada. 3 stars. Not terrible but not good either...

Oysters and monkliver
Lily Y.

My go to local neighborhood sushi joint. It's cozy, but really have a lot of dish to choose from and the fish selections is fresh. The sushi chefs and crew are very friendly and always able to get seated right away. I will definitely be back!

Deep fried tempura vanilla ice cream
Amanda N.

This is place is better than Kenzo Sushi down the street.The prices are cheaper, and the quality of food is higher. I had the mackerel entrée with complementary soup salad, and my partner had the chicken teriyaki. We gobbled those up, so there are no pictures or evidence left. For dessert, we tried the deep-fried ice cream and it was amazing but definitely so much that we could not finish by ourselves. The hot and cold texture play from the fried outside to the ice cream inside is something that you'll want to experience at least once! We will definitely come back for an easy, healthy and tasty dinner, and we will be bringing our friends.

Crazy horse, Leslie, and Malcom x
Lexi R.

Stopped in for dinner on a Friday around 6pm and were seated straight away. There booths, tables, and sushi bar seating. We tried the Malcom x, Leslie special, and the crazy horse roll. We enjoyed all three! But my favorite was the crazy horse roll. It's yellowtail and unagi inside, topped with more yellowtail and sauce. It's a refreshing roll! My husband's favorite is the Leslie roll which has creamy scallop inside and salmon outside. We also tried their seared salmon belly nigiri and it was pretty good! Not the best we've had but definitely satisfies the craving. It was a little too seared for me. We will's definitely be back!

Hirame Engawa (flounder fin meat)
Carl C.

This is my favorite restaurant in San Jose. I make a point of dining here every time I am in town. I used to visit here every week when I lived there beginning in 2009 until I moved to Seattle in 2022. The staff are all very friendly and the quality of the seafood used in sushi is fantastic. I highly recommend sitting at the counter and mingling with the regulars and the chefs as they are a lot of fun.

Soft shell crab appetizer. Good but maybe it wasn't crab season since it was smaller than usual.

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4.6
(337 reviews)
0.3 mi
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When I say hole in the wall, I mean hole in the wall. Literally circled the entire lot of the plaza…read morelike a lost puppy before I realized I had driven right past it. It is a tiny restaurant nestled in between CVS and another business, I forget what. But there is a tree blocking their signage and the additional small stand-up sign barely draws enough attention to the location. Restaurant is small, but the service is prompt and friendly. You order through a QR code on the table and all mobile devices ordering from the same table will have their orders consolidated. Beef Udon stir fry is tasty, but as many have said, on the sweeter side. Loooooove the texture and chew of the udon noodles. Very springy, almost like korean rice cakes or gnocchi. Sake chirashi bowl was delicious too. Would be nice if the wasabi was on the side. My daughter loves sashimi but can't handle when the wasabi touches the fish. Too spicy for her. Freshness of the fish is good. It's not the luxury cut of salmon, but the quality is still very worthwhile. Can't go wrong with Cali Roll, sweet potato fries, and spring rolls (fried egg rolls). Kids gobbled them right up. My bestie also ordered a sizzling plate which she finished just as quickly. Definitely RECOMMEND this spot for small get togethers, party of 5 or less. They may not have much in sushi variety, but what they dish up, they serve with pride with modest prices. Cheers to the sweet woman who gave our kids lollipops after their meal. Very family friendly.

I tried this place a few months after to moving into the area. I was craving some Asian fusion type…read morefood, and this place seemed like the spot. The location is somewhat buried in the mall, and you have to look for it. The ambience is simple, and a bit dark, probably because the location is buried in the back of the mall, but its very clean and organized and not cluttered. The people and service is good. Pretty basic but friendly. I first came here to have Chicken Katsu. It was flavorful and the meat was tender. The sauce hit the spot and and satisfying. I plan to go back and try their sushi and ramen. The location is close to my home, which is a bonus for me. They are typically not very busy, i believe because most customers get their food to go. I did notice a lot of to go orders. Overall I think this place has great Asian food and great service. I plan to trey other dishes to get a better sense of their overall food experience.

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Such cute vibes & comfy chairs
Such cute vibes & comfy chairs
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Kakuna Sushi

Kakuna Sushi

3.9
(199 reviews)
3.6 mi
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We were originally going to come here for the "all you can eat" lunch, which I guess has some…read morerestrictions and isn't a truly unrestricted all you can eat, but that's fine - we're not really gluttons at our age. But after weighing the price of the all-you-can-eat vs ordering exactly what we were craving a la carte, we decided to just order off the menu, which was the smart move since it was much less expensive and we ended up full. The place is casual and a little not-fancy decor or ambiance wise. You wouldn't bring anyone here you wanted to impress. . .but the food is what's important, right? The sushi was good! The rolls were large, the options were creative, and everything was tasty and met expectations. I wouldn't say it's elevated sushi, where there are layers to the flavors and you go "wow". But you get your sushi and see the portions are a good size and are happy that you get to dig in and eat satisfying sushi. I'd come back here again, especially for casual sushi where you want good value. Service was good as well - again, nothing fancy or overly attentive, but perfectly adequate for the level of restaurant. Also, it came pretty quickly, which was a plus as well (it wasn't that crowded when we went).

3 of us came here for lunch on Saturday around noon. There're plenty of tables available inside and…read morewe got seated right away. Both decor and service were minimal. We grabbed the menus ourselves from a nearby table. We originally wanted to try their AYCE, but since the whole table had to participate, and one of us wasn't that hungry, we decided to order a la carte. We're glad we did. The 3 of us were already stuffed after sharing an appetizer and 4 signature rolls. The sweet potato tempura came out piping hot; the batter wasn't too thick. While the dipping sauce lacked flavor, the dish was still ok, and not too oily. We're impressed by the number of signature rolls they offered, and tried to pick something we hadn't seen at other sushi restaurants. My favorite was the lobster tail tempura that came with the Boujee rolls. It was tasty with a light batter. The plating was beautiful. The torched salmon, shrimp tempura and spicy tuna were good as well, but I didn't really see any real crab inside. The Skittles roll was pretty delicious, too. I liked that it had unagi, crab, tobiko, and avocado among other things. The Umami roll also had unagi and carb, but the salmon skin and bonito flakes were what made the roll special. My daughter didn't care for the salmon skin, though. The Black Mamba was interesting if you liked softshell crab. I didn't care for the macadamia nuts, though. Portion size was huge. However, their rolls weren't rolled very tightly nor cut evenly, and their rice was on the sweeter side as other Yelpers had mentioned. Since most of the rolls had similar sauces, they kind of tasted very similar, despite the different ingredients. I wouldn't mind coming back again to try other items on their menu when I'm in the area.

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Short Ribs
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Egg over rice on the omakase box

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Trifecta

Trifecta

4.4
(260 reviews)
3.7 mi
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Birthday Fireworks, Family Memories & Elevated Dining at Trifecta…read more My husband and I celebrated our birthdays at Trifecta this year with our children, and it turned into such a memorable evening. Our neighbors first introduced us to this family-owned gem, and one of the things that keeps us coming back is the genuinely warm and personable service. You can truly feel the care they put into both the food and the dining experience. While my son and I aren't huge seafood or sushi eaters, we can absolutely appreciate the artistry behind Trifecta's sushi. Every dish is beautifully presented, thoughtfully crafted, and made with incredibly fresh ingredients and elevated garnishes. We're just admittedly picky eaters who tend to gravitate toward our comfort favorites like chicken or beef teriyaki. The restaurant is usually packed, so reservations are definitely recommended if you don't want a long wait. Surprisingly, this visit was a little quieter than usual, which made for a nice relaxed atmosphere. My husband and daughter were interested in trying the Chef's Tasting Menu, but we learned it's designed as a full-table dining experience where everyone participates -- something we may plan for another visit. The standout dishes of the night were definitely the corn ribs and chicken karaage. The corn ribs disappeared before I could even snap a photo because everyone devoured them immediately! My family also loved the Pork Adobo Ribs special. I'll admit, Trifecta is more of a special occasion restaurant for us. The bill can climb quickly, especially with multiple sushi lovers at the table, but the quality, creativity, service, and overall experience absolutely reflect that higher-end dining experience. This isn't your average weekly sushi spot -- it's a place you go to celebrate. To top off the night, the staff surprised us with dessert decorated with sparkling light-up fireworks, which made our birthday celebration feel extra festive and thoughtful. The only downside of the evening had nothing to do with the restaurant itself -- unfortunately, a couple at a nearby table was quite loud, drunk, and disruptive. Thankfully, the incredible food and attentive staff still made the night feel special overall. Highly recommended for celebrations, date nights, and anyone looking for elevated food paired with exceptional hospitality.

We came for the blue fin tuna cutting! Right away, I will say that the service and feel of the…read morepeople working here is exceptional. They really make you feel welcome and special. I'm not sure if it's different when they are running their normal hours, but the space is a bit tight when it came to seating. Our courses were tasty, unfortunately, it did not blow me away compared to other omakases/tasting menus I've had. The tuna cutting experience was really cool, seeing the chef's break down an entire tuna and then serving it to guests. My section was nearly last to line up for the buffet, and while it was AYCE, there wasn't much selection left. The handroll portion that you'd scrape off the bone was nearly gone on our first turn. Overall, fun experience and great service.

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Scallop Carpaccio
Scallop Carpaccio
Bluefin Tuna Cutting Experience.
Bluefin Tuna Cutting Experience.
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