TOMO Restaurant in Ottawa

109 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 5P5, Canada

★★★★☆
(933 reviews)
Categories: Japanese restaurant Bar Fine dining restaurant Night club

About

友 (tomo) means friend. We aspire for 友 TOMO to be a cherished part of the beautiful memories you create with your friends and family.

Website
tomorestaurant.ca
Address
109 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 5P5, Canada
Plus Code
C8H5+R3 Vanier, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
5–11 PM
Friday
5 PM–2 AM
Saturday
5 PM–2 AM
Sunday
5–11 PM

Services

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Outdoor seating Dine-in Delivery Takeaway
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Happy-hour food Healthy options Late-night food Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Dinner Catering Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Romantic Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly Groups LGBTQ+ friendly Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards Credit cards
Children
High chairs

Photos

Reviews

4.2
★★★★☆
933 reviews

Most Mentioned

atmosphere (60) cocktails (30) pad thai (23) poke bowl (17) asian fusion (14) party (13) fried rice (10) patio (9) bouncer (7) club (6)
5 stars
562
4 stars
199
3 stars
77
2 stars
26
1 stars
69
★★★★★
December 7, 2024

I haven’t been to Tomo in a long time. Decided to pop in yesterday for a girls night. To my surprise they had a new menu and to top it off they had a tasting menu which gives you an opportunity to try a bunch of dishes. 10/10 for the food. My highlights were the Wagyu Steak and rice, the octopus carpaccio and the Panko Shrimp. The best quality fish that just melts in your mouth.

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

The new menu is amazing, this is my new favourite sushi place in the city!

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Tried the new menu yesterday and I was quite impressed! Quality of the food was top notch, service was great… all in a cozy atmosphere! Thx for the nice experience!

★★★★★
November 24, 2024

We went on a girl’s night and our server Callie was so sweet and kind. She was attentive and she’s very good at listening to your wants and needs. The owner was also very kind and kept checking up on us during our meal. Overall, wonderful experience, we will definitely be coming back. 100/10 for Tomo!! Thank you for the experience

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

We had a spectacular meal at TOMO Restaurant last night! The food and service was top notch, and the fish was incredibly fresh. I particularly liked the steak on rice bowl. The atmosphere is vibrant and eclectic, with some cool murals on the walls, and I appreciated that even though it has a bar like atmosphere, the music wasn’t too loud. My only criticism is that the sauce that came with the Tempura shrimp was quite bland, but nevertheless we had a great time and I highly recommend TOMO!

★★★★★
May 26, 2024

Update: the revamped menu! 🧑‍🍳 💋 Presentation was on point . The owners were a vibe. 💗 our chat. Everything was perfect,and everyone was so welcoming. The ambience was everything. It’s a great place for a dinner date. If you want to impress them with the best sushi in town. I enjoyed my “ Love For Veggie Roll so much I ordered it twice. Romantic setting , then turns ,“live” and upbeat.Saturdays and Sundays at 10pm. It’s the best of both worlds Thank you everyone .🙏

★★★
May 21, 2024

The food ordered was average at best. Tried their Temupura shrimp roll which weren’t fresh and super tiny, gyoza was good. Cocktails were missing alcohol although price wasn’t missing anything, they are expensive for the size of glass.

★★★★★
March 7, 2024

Great place! Great sushi and service . Fancy environment. Our favorite meeting place

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2024

The new menu is a massive improvement. Would rank it in the top tier for sushi in the city. The Hamachi Jalapeño is a must to try! Great service and a nice and quiet ambiance.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2024

The food was top notch! I ve had sushi all over Ottawa and honesty this place takes #1. I was very impressed with the food and service. I ve ate here many times before and they keep improving their quality and menu.

★★★★★
December 20, 2024

Best sushi in Ottawa

★★★★★
December 17, 2024

My go to place for sushi in Ottawa! Love the renovation and the new menu!

★★
December 16, 2024

i do not like the new menu at all. they removed all the sushi rolls and added some random fish. I miss the classics like the kiss roll and california roll. I hope they add the classics back to the menu. reply: no i will not be removing my review since i did dine with your new menu and this is simply me and my friends thoughts on the new menu you guys have. I do understand the desire to rebrand and switch up the menu but i simply don t understand why you guys would have the need to remove the very much loved sushis and add only 6 options with very niece ingredients that don t even sound like sushi. thank you

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Their new menu is amazing!! Must try, I brought a friend for his birthday and we both loved it. Recommend the octopus tataki and salmon tataki. Will definitely back!

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Spent such a great night, Callie was amazing! Such great service and never had a time where we weren t taken care of! The food was also amazing! I would definitely recommend.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

We have been going to Tomo since opening and the new and renovated Tomo wont disappoint. The delicious and carefully created new menu will completely amaze you. The quality of the ingredients and the combination of flavors make Tomo 2.0 worth every dollar.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Amazing food, 10/10. Very friendly waiters, super cute Halloween atmosphere. Would recommend for a date spot!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The best Japanese restaurant !!!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Amazing food and service. Their new menu is going bring in some missing culture in Ottawa. Also love the new look!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

I ve been a long-time fan of Tomo, having frequented it when I lived in the Market, and I m thrilled with their recent menu revamp. The new offerings are a true refresh, with elevated dishes that reflect top-notch quality. The flavors are complex, and the food practically melts in your mouth. There s something for everyone, with options that stand out as unique and unlike anything else in town. Tomo is the perfect place for a night out, whether youre with friends or on a date. The cocktails are fantastic, and the vibe, complete with great music, enhances the overall experience. I highly recommend it a truly memorable dining spot!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

A great time!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Vibes

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Party place!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Great service. Some of the best sushi youll find in Ottawa. Lovely ambience. Awesome for groups and date nights.

Local Guide
October 22, 2024

We had a really bad experience tonight. The sushi tasted good, however the rice was undercooked and the pieces were super tiny for the price we were to pay. The diet coke tasted like water, and they did not have any cans. My friend ordered a wok style fried rice which the waitress forgot to order from the kitchen. To be honest she apologized for us, but still, we had to go out straight to Burger Factory across the street to have another dinner. I dont recommend this place. Too expensive, too overrated for the taste. Also, opening hours say open until 11, but we were welcomed with please note we close at 10 30 :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Ive come here a few times over the years and Im always pleased. The staff members are very nice and the aesthetic of the restaurant is beautiful. Just wish they had more vegan options. Vegetarian options: Vegetarians options available Dietary restrictions: Not many vegan options

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The place has a great atmosphere if you go as a couple or bunch of friends for lunch or dinner. I went there with my family and it was hard to satisfy all ages with food choices. Nevertheless the restaurant and service are good.

★★★
September 22, 2024

Got the octopus carpaccio and a shrimp tempura roll. Roll was great, but the octopus was a little chewy and lacked flavor. Mocktail was excellent. The southeast Asian fusion seems interesting but there felt a lack of identity and definitely balance. 3 stars indicate the excellent service and unique dish design but lack of refinement and high price was the let down. Side note too dark.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

I liked 3 things: delicious food, mild atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was fresh and prepared so quickly. Highly recommended

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Great service! They changed my sushi because I hadn t read the menu carefully!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Good and super service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Love their beef tataki and fried chicken! Come here at least once a month for their food and sometime at night after the kitchen closed and the DJ booth open! Idk who the DJ is but the music and atmosphere at night are lit in here!

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Very good Sushi restaurant! We loved the octopus carpaccio which was very tasty and well marinated. The sushi was very good but the choice on the menu is limited. We arrived around 6:30 p.m. and were served very quickly. I recommend

★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Food and service were both so-so. Sushi is rolls only - no nigiri.

July 22, 2024

Can t judge about food & atmosphere, but we made a reservation online for 20:30 in the evening. After arriving by taxi the restaurant was closed. So next time please have the reservation system updated!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Food was fresh, flavours were fantastic, plates were perfect for sharing or not;)

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Food was amazing, we have ordered veggie gyoza, fried chicken, edamame, California roll, shrimp tempura roll and Chinese & Thai Fried rice. Loved everything and would definitely recommend this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Great food and service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Food was incredible, our server was awesome!!! Would definitely come back!

★★★★
June 22, 2024

Service is a little slow. We had to practically beg for the bill to leave.. Maybe it was just our server.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Got the shrimp pad Thai, spicy salmon sushi, spicy shrimp tempura and California roll. The highlight was hands down the salmon sushi. The salmon was soo good, it literally melted in my mouth. The price for the pad Thai was a little overpriced for 2 people as the quantity wasnt enough but it was definitely worth it. The server was really nice. Overall a must try restaurant.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Nice sushi and good vibes!

★★
May 22, 2024

The waitress with a tattoo on was very rude. When my father asked if they have fries, the waitress interrupted him and said no, not in a Asian restaurant I found her attitude unnecessarily rude. I also don t recommend their steak. It was so small, plain and overpriced. By the time the waitress brought him a steak knife, My father almost finished his steak. When my sister asked if the steak is coming with anything else such as mash potatoes, the waitress said it is only steak and the way she spoke to my sister was very passive aggressive. I also did not like their Tomo sushi and spicy salmon sushi. Their food was overpriced. I will make sure to not come again.

★★★
April 22, 2024

Its a nice place but i do have to admit is way to overpriced even if you just order a regular plate and 1 drink.

★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Had a disappointing experience tonight. Good food marred by the service. For context, we were walk-ins and were told that we would have to vacate our table by a specific time (roughly 1.75 hours after arriving). That is fine, we agreed to it. What came after was: a table that wasnt provided utensils until 5 minutes after the first food arrived; our requested mains brought a couple minutes before our apps; plates, bowls, and glasses being taken swiftly while still being used (and visibly containing food/drink); and finally the restaurant being converted into a club event 30 minutes into our seating, including very loud music and hyper-dimmed lights. We thought we were going to give our table up to a reservation, not an event that was starting up 30 minutes into service. That communication would have been helpful. The service was crude, overly quick, the server couldnt hear us properly over the obnoxious music that started playing. It felt like we were being rushed out an hour before the communicated time to vacate. We ultimately barely stayed an hour. Its a shame. The atmosphere was very pleasant (until it wasnt), the restaurant looks good, the food I think was good but could have used some time to savour it or have one course separated by the other. It almost ruined an impromptu date night, sadly. We would have preferred to just be told that we couldnt be accomodated, instead of wasting time and money on a bad experience.

★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

It was fusion sushi restaurant North Americanized sushi. The ambiance of the restaurant is great. The taste was okay. I know better ones in the other cities of Canada but in Ottawa, probably it will within top 3 I would say.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

It s my first time in Ottawa and it was my first sushi here. I can say with great conviction that it was the best sushi I have ever eaten

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Came in Saturday for a girls night out, had a fantastic experience. Our server Catherine was amazing, probably the best service weve ever had. Definitely would come back again!

★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Went for a late night bite, and I would like to go back again to get the full experience. We had sushi, pad Thai, gyoza, and drinks. Dietary restriction labels on the menu would be a nice addition.

★★
February 22, 2024

So slow so bad service so small role and expensive. We are here for the first time and last time

★★★
February 22, 2024

Vegetable gyoza was absolutely delicious! You should pass on the Pad Thai. Flavourless and not worth it, was a huge disappointment.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Great a la carte sushi and their chicken wings are 10/10!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

I had an incredible time at Tomo! The atmosphere was electric, with pulsating beats and vibrant lights creating a lively ambiance. The standout was undoubtedly the bartender, Justin. His mixology skills were top-notch, and he crafted the most delightful drinks. The combination of great music, Justins expertise, and the overall vibe made it a night to remember. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

The most helpful staff I ve ever met helping me look for my lost phone. Went at night and they had great music and ambiance

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Good food, good people.

★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Good restaurant and reasonably priced sushi

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Good quality sushi for a reasonable price. We waited a bit long to be seated (we had a reservation), but all service following that was impeccable. Our waitress was kind enough to give us recommendations from the menu as first timers to Tomo, and was very pleasant. I do wish they had dessert options, however, as following sushi up with a mango or green tea ice cream has always been a favourite.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I expect more Japanese dishes option but it turned out it is more of a Japanese fusion pub with limited options of food. However, the food quality was not bad. Their beef tataki was decent. But their a other octopus carpaccio dish was prepared very similar to the beef tataki. Their Bao (bun) was good although not very Japanese. Their fried rice was surprisingly very good although not Japanese. The rice was not soggy and it was fried some some flavourful taste (I was guessing maybe butter or duck fat). Their squid tastes good. It was not over grilled or hard to bite. I always enjoy this dish. Sushi they only have Maki roll and sashimi is only available during weekend (I did not try). Maki roll was just very ordinary. Nothing surprising but not bad. But I will not come back for their Maki. They do not serve dessert (it is a pub anyway)

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best sushi ever

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Had a fun night out the other week with some friends! Our bottle girl was so sweet and made sure we always had everything we needed! :) Thanks Tiani!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

upper class rnb/rap club

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Tommy showed me a fantastic time at Tomo, this has easily become my favourite night life spot. If you want to get hyped up, ask for Tommy

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Tommy will serve you properly, I had the most fantastic recommendations by him

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

one of my all time favorite! Food is incredible :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Sushi is amazing here! It is a bit pricey but worth it!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We had dinner at Tomo last night to celebrate our anniversary and I m already craving everything and wanting to come back! We ordered 4 rolls total and each one was total perfection, I m not sure I can even pick a favourite but the Kiss Roll might have been it! The atmosphere is wonderful, and staff are all so friendly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Went out for a date and had a great experience, food was great and service was amazing, thank you!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Tomo slaw and fries chicken are always tasty. A great place to eat.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We went there to celebrate my wifes birthday. Made reservations and there were 7 of us. They sat us right next to the door where it was cold so we asked to be moved which they did but we had to wait for other customers to finish. Not a big deal. The reason why I gave this place only 2 starts is because the service was super slow. The large group that came well after us were served before we even got our drink orders in. On top of that the food was just okay. The sushi I order was so small it wasnt justified for its price, but the Pad Thai was pretty good, so theres that. After dinner I asked of they do anything for birthdays. They said they dont. What restaurant doesnt do anything special for birthdays? Finally be warned they automatically add an extra 15% (tip) on top of the bill. This was NOT mentioned to me until AFTER we ate and it was time to pay the bill. Not sure if this is legal. Never going back to this joint.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great spot.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very good. But the music is a bit loud... Otherwise. We recommend....

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great staff, service, and food!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This place is nice - it s not really an authentic sushi place, it felt more like a fusion/asian inspired place. Regardless, the fish was really fresh. Both the spicy salmon and spicy tuna had actual chunks of tuna and salmon instead of it being chopped up (like most restaurants do) with spicy mayo sauce. The vibes here were really chill, felt like a laid back bar where people can come and chill together as a group. I loved the interior, it was pretty dim but nice and relaxing. Our server, Erika was amazing and friendly. Super attentive and talked to us alot! We really liked that. Thank you Erika!! I would recommend this spot!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Rolls were exceptional and the squid was top notch! The restaurant itself had a great atmosphere for a night out with a few friends with drinks. Dont drink the sake on your table cause its actually soy sauce! Service was also exceptional as the waitress was attentive to all our needs.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food choice is not much enough. Taste is ok, no surprises. Dont know why fhe rate that high

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Good food, good music at night

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food! Cute place. A bit cold when seated in front of the door

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

AMAZING!!!!! It is clear that everyone involved in this business; security, servers, owners, chefs are invested and committed to providing an exceptional experience. Well done Tomo team!!!

December 22, 2023

I wish the food was anywhere near as good as the service and ambience. My partners broccoli and beef had 0 flavor and the meat was dry. The Pad Thai made me feel sad eating it. Go for an expensive cocktail and vibe, not for the food

December 22, 2023

This was, without doubt, one of the most overrated and disappointing dinners I ve ever had. I ordered the Bao to start (it came after the main arrived) which was hardly the puffy pillowy bun that it should have been. To be honest, all you could taste was the teriyaki sauce drenched over the pork belly. The main was steak and broccoli. Perhaps I was imagining too much to have some sort of seasoning on it: there was some sort of gloopy corn-starch based sauce but it was grey and unappealing. The steak strips added were 100% a bulk bag bought frozen and cooked to order. There was no color or sear on the steak. Each of those dishes was $20 which I would not recommend to anyone. The decor was nice, I guess. For the price, I m surprised they couldn t even give us a chopstick rest

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best sushi in Ottawa! Allstar bar staff!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best Japanese restaurant in Ottawa !!! Fresh sushi Pretty cocktails Perfect for night out with friends. Food : 5/5 |

December 22, 2023

too expensive for what it actually is (tiny portions): 18$ for 8 sushi

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

What a great find right in the byward market of Ottawa! Great atmosphere, we arrived right at opening hours so it was nice and not too packed, we could talk without loud noises, the terrace is beautiful and the staff is super friendly! Deborah was our waiteress, verry nice, attentive to our needs, knew the menu and was knowledgeable with our questions. The food was just divine and sooo delicious! The fried rice blew us away, sushis were to die for, and the miso soup so good, the veggie potsticks were amazing as well!! We highly recommend!! What an awesome spot!! Trendy, clean, urban, upbeat, with amazing art works on the walls, original designs with the sake bottles as light fixtures, beautiful!! Prices are super reasonable! Check it out!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We really enjoyed our dinner here, the food was great and the atmosphere was intimate, perfect for a sharing dinner with friends.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best sushi I ever had! Server was very nice and helpful, the vibe of the restaurant was really cool despite how busy it was

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Music is too loud for doing business over a meal. Small portions.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The rolls were great but the best thing we had surprisingly were the wings.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing food and service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing sushi in the heart of Byward market.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very cute place Food was amazing.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing atmosphere, loved the food and the service! The mixologist Justin was amazing and catered to our ever need!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing time! Loved the bartender!! Justin always refilled before empty!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Wonderful birthday celebration! Dinner and AMAZING cocktails are hat were better than anywhere I ve been in Ottawa. The highlight of the evening was our bartender Justin. Charming , experienced, funny and attentive to our needs! We will definitely be back!!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Quaint little sushi spot in the Market! I definitely think the quality at Tomo is much higher than the average Japanese fare, though it doesn t rival the likes of Suisha or KaTO and is a bit on the expensive side. However, I highly recommend the tataki it might be my favourite that I ve tried anywhere in the city ! It s the perfect amount of rich and savoury, combined with the tart sweetness of their ponzu sauce and garnishments. I d be glad to come back to Tomo again in the future to try out more of their menu.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Service was ok. Quality was bad. The shrimp tempura was super stale and cold -like it was made the previous day. My friend got a food poisoning from tuna. Dont think I am going back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food, great atmosphere and friendly staff. Get the Karaage and the Squid and youll be happy

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

When I walked in loved the art work on the walls and love how they designed the place. The server was very friendly and helpful. She was able to suggest two thing that ended up being really good. The wonton soup had great flavor and was perfect on a rainy day.(comfort food feeling) The sushi dish was delicious. The shrimp and beef was paired well

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Catherine was a great server, food came in reasonable time, very relaxing ambiance and it s a great spot to catch up with friends and family. Thank you for making our first time great!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The best sushi Ive ever eaten! The service is fast, the food is good and the atmosphere is magnificent! Everything is perfect! If you are looking for a good restaurant bar I recommend this one!

December 22, 2023

The bathroom is disgusting and the prices are

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Funny place

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

food is good but nothing special, a lot of the dishes were very bland and very underwhelming. extremely expensive for what you get. our server was so nice but because of how understaffed they are, at least from how it seemed, the service wasn t good. this has nothing to do with the servers, it has to do with the management. our server was very sweet and tried to be as attentive as possible but it just wasn t possible as i noticed she was serving at least 1/3 of the whole restaurant, and it was completely packed. it was a friday night, management should know to put more servers on instead of having their servers run around non stop unable to give good service because they have to attend to so many people. i feel bad for the servers because it was obvious that if they were able to focus on less tables, they would have been able to provide better service. it took us 30 minutes to even be able to ask for the bill, after being long done our meals. water wasn t filled once, we only had 2 chopsticks for 4 people, etc. once again it s not their fault, it s the managements fault. once again food was good but i wouldn t go back. truly nothing special and crazy prices for what you receive. drinks are also extremely mediocre, at best. the restaurant decor was nice, and it seemed clean from what i saw. overall, definitely not a place i d recommend to others as im sure there s much better places to get sushi/japanese fusion in the area, and probably at a better price.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best sushi in ottawa!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

It was the best sushi I have ever had 20/10

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Lovely spot in the market with flavorful small plates for mixing and matching. Great service and super friendly, helpful staff. Veg gyoza was to die for! Creative cocktails! Vegetarian options: Several vegan/vegetarian sushi rolls

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Overall an excellent experience. Perfect for date night and/or to hang out with a big group! Great mood setter! Food and drink selection was great. My husband and I got the Sake and the Chuck cocktail. Food: philly roll, some other with shrimp tempura and the stir fried bok choy with chicken! Will definitely visit again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

In the best sushi I have eaten. Very fresh products. Take out order, but great atmosphere and welcoming staff on site. The prices are equivalent to another restaurant of this type. I recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good food but there is no grill, only frying, I really liked the beef.

December 22, 2023

I m very disappointed in the bouncers at the front. It was one tall Arab guy and a shorter black guy on Friday august 18th. I walked up to the door at midnight and they asked me why I m coming inside. I m obviously coming for a drink and enjoy the scenery. He then asked me if I ll be buying a bottle. I responded by saying that I m not sure yet I have friends in the club I will see once I go in. Then he replied my boss don t want to let no more guys in if they re not buying bottles. I looked at him and said buddy I m coming to spend money. You re really denying me entrance? He smiled and then said ok Tip me 20$ and pay 20$ at the door and you re good. I wanted to go see my friends so I paid his tax! Once inside I saw my friends bought a drink then felt so insulted that I couldn t even enjoy myself so I left right after one drink. I walked out and spoke to the black guy and told him I wasnt impressed and that he shouldn t be ok with this. His response was bro that wasn t my call! I ve been to Tomo plenty times in the past and loved it. I m so disappointed.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

best service ever

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing sushi

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Good good, good time!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very nice place & perfect for foodies

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Delicious food, great atmosphere, and very friendly server. We will definitely visit again.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

It s rolling!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I liked the atmosphere the most. Delicious sushi, cool cocktails, polite waiters.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best sushi , good times!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Downgraded a star. Last two times I went they ran out of tomoslaw, which is a big reason I come. ********** Always recommend the tomoslaw, tomo roll, mohawk roll and kiss roll.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

On the higher end, friendly staff.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

I randomly went in for a late dinner by myself tonight and I thought it was very decent. I had the grilled squid and the fried chicken and have no complaints. The staff was very nice and served me well.

December 22, 2023

Wait way too long time to have the food. Very bad experience Sushi is not good as expected. Overall, not recommend

December 22, 2023

Terrible

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Really good food and excellent cocktail selection! Will come back for the Wagyu Steak when its in stock! Wheelchair accessibility: A ramp to get in the restaurant.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Beautiful restaurant, reasonable price, impeccable service. Insufficient wine list. Do not absolutely not order the chicken. Its slimy. Undercooked or just a cheap cut, but its disgusting.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

One word: Correct. Insufficient wine list. For 2 people, we ordered: Tomo Slaw: Very good Tomo Fried Chicken: Never ever take this!!! Spicy Tina roll: OK Mohawk roll: Good

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good but definitely not the best (coming from someone who s had amazing sushi around the world lol) I loved the miso soup. I would also recommend the veggie gyoza; they were packed with flavour. The sushi was hit or miss. The spicy tuna was very flavorless, do not recommend. The rest were good but not the best

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great Japanese fusion restaurant. Erica was amazing: friendly, perfect service and very charismatic. Definitely recommend this restaurant for its food, staff and overall atmosphere. Kid-friendliness: Yes. The atmosphere is good enough for 5 year old kids. Just make sure they know how to behave at restaurants and everything should be fine. It s a dine-in after all

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing atmosphere and even better food. Love it!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The best sushi , the incredible tono steak teriaki I recommend it! Great restaurant we had a really nice time

★★
December 22, 2023

La nourriture et le service initial étaient excellents. Cependant, ça s est gâché à la fin, alors que j avais payé plus de 200$ au restaurant, ils ont tout fait pour nous pousser vers la sortie. Ensemble, nous avions du payer 1000$ au moins et on s est fait montrer la sortie comme la vermine. Il y a de meilleurs endroits que ça avec le même type d ambiance dans la région.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great spot in Ottawa for sushi! The atmosphere is really great. It s nice and dim with Great music playing in the Evening before it turns in to a club . The food is great and high quality. I didn t stick around for the club time as it isn t really my thing but overall looked like the crowd coming in was a bit older and more professional.

December 22, 2023

Waited 40 mins and no server. Walked out

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

It s unfortunate that despite all the good reviews here we had a terrible experience in this place. We were a group of 10 . From the Poor management , poor service and cold food , then 1 hr wait to pay for the bills that all got mixed and none of us paid for what we actually ate! we ended up paying because we couldn t wait any longer !!!! Manager never stepped in to help the new server !! When we spoke to him he kept apologizing !! Your apology doesn t fix our horrible experience at your restaurant!!! It s a shame !! I do not recommend this place to anyone!! Would never go back again !!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love the sangria coctail very fresh and taste just right,fried chicken very tender and crispy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The food was fresh, delicious, and good portions. The service was excellent. Great place to meet up with friends!

December 22, 2023

A very disappointing experience at TOMO. The service was poor, food was cold, wait times were ridiculous. Manager did nothing. We were not offered dessert or other drinks. As a former hospitality manager- I can say this; there was significant lost revenue, due to the poor service and lack of attentiveness. Our bills were wrong. We waited one hour to pay. It was a very frustrating situation, that ensured no one from our table of 10 will be returning to tomo.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The food and the drinks were amazing. The restaurant has a wonderful ambience and the staff is so friendly! Will definitely visit again!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Parking: Best Japanese restaurant Ive tried

December 22, 2022

Rip off. Terrible club. Dont waste your mon

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Below average food. Had chicken fried rice, which was ok but not worth the price. One of the sushi rolls was not fresh but the server took it away and didnt charge us. Two stars for the food. But compliments to the service and ambience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Had a really great meal! It was a chilly fall day and their warm Sake hit the spot, the spicy squid goes so well with it! Tomo rolls were yummy too! Staff were attentive and helpful. Definitely worth a visit.

December 22, 2022

Our Panda game-day activities came to an end when a Tomo bouncer embarrassed us with his ignorant comment and nasty attitude. We were 3 (basically sober) grad students from O.U. trying to meet our friends in Tomo the night of October 1st (the Panda game) around 11:30pm. My friends had never been in Tomo before, so we asked the bouncer politely if the two of them could take a quick look inside before paying the $10 cover fee. Mind you, we were only planning to stay for about an hour, so we wanted to make sure it d be worth it! After our request, his entire demeanor towards us changed. He assumed they had an issue with paying the $10 when really, they just wanted a look inside before doing so. His exact words at one point were, this is a high-class bar, and I can tell when people are high class Insinuating we couldn t afford being there. We were all taken aback by his comment and decided to leave. The whole vibe was thrown off after that interaction, and we ended up heading home. I couldn t believe that such a fun day ended on that note. We felt humiliated and I expected more from Tomo, the high class bar. Lol. For descriptive purposes, this bouncer was on the left-hand side when you re facing the bar and he s about 5 5.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I had a great meal here with my family. The food was delicious and the service is wonderful. Id definitely recommend trying it out if youre looking for a nice night out.

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Place was very unwelcoming. Bad service, sat beside a very loud speaker. Sat for close to 15 mins with no service at all, so we left. Left a bad taste in mouth, and didnt even get food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I don t have anything to say but amazing. I went for a birthday dinner for my gf and we splurged, we got the wagyu, aburi sushi platter, the pad Thai, and a few rolls. The Wagyu was phenomenal, the pad Thai was great. The sushi flavour wise was amazing however the rolls were a bit loose. The ambiance was great and the staff were friendly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Best vibe in Ottawa in the market!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

We ate there this summer, honestly this restaurant is one of the best I have tasted. The cuisine is refined and original, we ate a series of sushi, makis... and all were light, tasty and delicious!!

★★★
December 22, 2022

Had an excellent server, the sake was great and the sashimi was good. The ambiance was nothing like whats featured on their website. Still had a good time though

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Always a go to! The staff are always amazing even when theyre really busy, and the food is always a 10

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Fried chicken is really the best in Ottawa!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great spot for food and drinks.

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Went to Tomo on a Friday night with a group of friends from out of town, hoping to spend a good time and have a nice dinner regardless of the bad reviews but what a disappointment. First, the table we were given was dirty and sticky. We had to ask our server twice before someone came and cleaned the table. The quality of the food was really disappointing, the sushis were cold and sour (too much vinegar added), the grilled squid was served raw inside. To top all of that, when it was time to leave, we waited over 30 mins at the coat check before the lady found our coats after we asked to speak to the manager, Nara.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I love eating here so much! The quality of the food is actually outstanding and the music is always so good. If you re looking for a cool place for date night, or girls night, this is definitely the place!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Best sushi and Asian fusion dining in the city! The cocktails here are also amazing and the service is 10/10

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

The best sushi in the city!! I ve dinned at Tomo 20+ times, the ambiance is great and the service is always amazing (friendly and knowledgeable staff). The food is so good and they are allergy friendly which is HUGE for me. Definitely recommend going :) Dietary restrictions: Allergy friendly. Nut/peanut allergy friendly

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Tomo has hands down the best sushi/ food in Ottawa! The vibes are always so good and the staff is very nice and friendly. Great music too and I love that there s a dj later in the night! Definitely recommend My go to spot in Ottawa!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Tomo has the best sushi in the city. The food is always 10/10 and the cocktails are amazing. My favourite is the Sake-To-Me. Great spot for a date night or birthday celebration. If youre looking for good music they have a dj that plays later in the night.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Best sushis in Ottawa! The restaurant has a wonderful ambience and the staff is always so friendly. Will definitely recommend :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing service. Amazing ambiance. Great food.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Love the food, ambiance and experiences offered at TOMO! The fried chicken is to die for, though my favourite dish to have is the Steak Tataki (amazing at the bar with a dealer s choice drink ;) ) Staff is attentive and accommodating, and always ensure you have a great time, day or night!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great experience, sushi is always good, cocktails are as fine as Marlena.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great vibe and even better service. The girl who served us was so friendly and attentive I would go back just to see her again!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing food! Amazing service! And amazing ambiance for dinner or late night! Marlena always takes such good care of us when we stay for post-dinner drinks!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing place, food was great, music was good. The best part about the night was our server her name was Marlene.. or Marlena.. I apologize if I got that wrong.. as gorgeous as she was, what really stuck out was her personality, made our whole group feel really comfortable immediately.. would def go again.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Was there celebrating my friend Marc s birthday, we got bottle service and drinks / shots. Service was impeccable and was treated like a real VIP! Marlena was very attentive to our needs, and shows us an amazing time. Prices are reasonable, music is on point too!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Came here and Tommy showed me a good time :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

What a fantastic evening! Joey and Thomas took care of our large group last night and it was a delight. Fantastic food, amazing service, memorable experience. I would recommend the Wagyu steak and the grilled squid.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Quite a memorable experience! We had a large birthday party here and they were very accommodating. Food was phenomenal and the service was amazing as we were in very good care. Big shout out to our server Joey!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Went here for the first time for a huge birthday. Joey was an amazing and kind server and Thomas was a great birthday host. The food and drinks were also really good :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Tommy made the experience amazing, quite possibly the best I ve ever had at a restaurant

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Super vibey and chill, food was yummy, but man oh man. Service from Tommy was something you can only experience once in a life time. Pretty cool guy, id come back just for his services.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

food is tasty.however the server wasnt really friendly to us.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great sushi and exceptional service from Thomas and Joey! I came with a very large group but these two were incredibly friendly and attentive. Will definitely be coming back!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing place. Great atmosphere and fast service. Marlena really stood out for them! Will for sure be back

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great dinner and atmosphere! Our server Marlena was fantastic!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

LOVE TOMO!!! Best place to party in Ottawa! With the coolest bartenders

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great Local Japanese in Ottawa

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Friday night is great