Tomoe Sushi

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172 Thompson St (at nr. Houston St.)
New York, NY 10012

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(212) 777-9346
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Tomoe Sushi - New York, NY
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Tomoe Sushi - New York, NY
Tomoe Sushi - New York, NY
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Best

A friend took me here once. It was a splendid experience. Extremely crowded but I guess it was because it is so popular. The sashimi slices were very filling and when the check ca...

Worst

Ok, so I'm not the biggest wasabi fan, I admit. Perhaps, you could call me a wasabi wuss. Therefore, I did not enjoy the sushi deluxe at Tomoe, as each piece was pre-seasoned with...

the BEST sushi 1/28/2003

I read the reviews for this place on citysearch and finally decided to make the trip. Let me just say that this is probably the BEST sashimi I have ever eaten in my life. Every piece of sashimi I ate practically melted in my mouth! Try also the clam miso soup and the seaweed salad. Truly a place for sushi lovers! more
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Simply the best 1/20/2003

Tomoe has the best sushi in New York. End of discussion. I've been to Nobu and I've been to Yama. Nobu's not worth the money. Yama, sometimes inconsistent, is fantastic most of the time, but Tomoe is simply the best. more
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Delicious and fresh 1/10/2003

If you want great japanese food, head over to Tomoe. Don't expect great service or a charming ambience, though. After 15-60 min wait, you are seated at the cramped tables, so your neighbors listen to your conversation; and when you take a seat by the wall, you'll probably bump into their food b/c the spacing is so tight. However all that can be forgotten when you're eating the nobu-worthy seabass appetizer, huge fresh shushi and devine banana tempura or green tea ice-cream. It's definitely pricey- about $45/person with tip, but worth every penny. Pros: appetizers/desserts, fresh sushi, polite waitstaff Cons: waiting/no rsvp, slow water refills, crowded/cramped more
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not impressed 1/3/2003

after hearing the raves [and because Yama has been a bit inconsistent] i decided to try Tomoe. talking to the people outside i was waiting with, i thought they'd knock my socks off. but it was only so so. to their credit the scallops were excellent but the tuna sashimi had that unfresh ""pasty"" texture and was just this huge chunk. i mean, there's big and simply unrefined. my recommendation would be to go to YAMA. it's better than Tamoe [on my one experience] even on an off day. p.s. - citysearch's price guide is not accurate. it's more like 30-40 per person, so Yama's cheaper too. and the spicy mayo is so much better there too. Pros: friendly service Cons: WAIT, hole in wall more
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so good and ADDICTIVE 1/2/2003

This was my first sushi experience and anyplace else has been a disappointment. Granted, I live in CT and have not tried very many NYC places, but I am a loyal Tomoe follower. The spicy tuna roll is awesome and everything else has been great, too. Worth the wait. Pros: freshness, speed, quality Cons: the wait, no more than 5 people more
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Best Sushi I Have Ever Eaten!!!! 1/1/2003

Freshest and best sushi i have ever eaten, The wait staff was very knowledgable and helpful. The fish was the freshest and the tste was out of this world. This is a must for any sushi lover. more
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mo tomoe 12/30/2002

I just can't get enough of Tomoe. This is the place for excellent sushi and sashimi. Don't skip the appertizers. more
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May be the Best in NYC 12/18/2002

There is almost always an hour wait at dinner time, but this may be the best Japanese Sushi restaurant in NYC. Their fish is always fresh and flavorful. Go early if you can to avoid the long line. Pros: Great food, Fresh sashimi Cons: Long wait more
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Haiku for Tomoe 12/9/2002

Eating here is bliss Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter Freshest fish ever. The line is worth the wait, this is my favorite place in the city for fresh tasty fish. This isn't the place for decor or ambience - just people who want the tastiest fish at a reasonable price. Great service & everyone here are laid back and nice to guests. Pros: Tasty sushi, Reasonable prices, Good service Cons: Extremely busy, Small restaurant more
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Orgasmic sushi 11/29/2002

If ambiance is what you're after, forget about coming here. This ""hole in the wall"" restaurant which seats only 38 people is the hands down winner for real sushi snobs. The pieces of sashimi, which look and taste like they weere brought right off the fishing boat, send even the most discriminating palattes into sushi nirvana. The wait on the lines could be downright brutal, but any loyal patron of the establishment could tell you that it's absolutely worth every second. Only two secrets to beating the lines: have a super early, five o'clock dinner, OR call in advance for pick-up. Unfortunately they don't deliver. more
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Sushi Bang for the Buck 10/23/2002

They have the best rolls I've ever had so far. The line may be annoying, but once you get inside, you'll forget the nuisance. It's cozy, not pretentious or fru fru. Just straightforward good sushi and nothing less. more
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Great fish 10/4/2002

Tomoe offers great sushi. It is fresh. It melts in your month. Pros: great fresh fish Cons: long wait more
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Absolutely perfect 9/25/2002

There's good reason for the constant lines outside this place--from food to service to ambience, they get it all right. more
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best sushi in town! 9/25/2002

best value for money, freshest fish, and tastiest sushi rolls, handrolled in front of the customer, this little tiny soho hangout, does not take reservations, so be prepared to wait in line, unless you get there early enough, however, it is well worth the wait. For those non-sushi fans, teriyaki, yakitori, etc are equaly good! and best value for money in the city! more
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Well Worth the Line! 9/24/2002

Tomoe, although tiny inside, offers huge deals on some of the best tasting sushi in the city! The eel was the best I've ever eaten. more
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AWESOME 9/23/2002

The food was RIDICULOUS. Get there early, the line was halfway down the block by 6pm. The service was quick, we sat down, ordered, and ate in approx. 30 minutes yet did not feel rushed. The best sushi I have had so far in the city. Try the yellowtail and scallion roll and the tuna and avocado.. basic but excellent! Also. CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP more
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Beware the Wasabi and Long Lines 9/19/2002

Ok, so I'm not the biggest wasabi fan, I admit. Perhaps, you could call me a wasabi wuss. Therefore, I did not enjoy the sushi deluxe at Tomoe, as each piece was pre-seasoned with Wasabi. If I had known this in advance, I would have stuck to the rolls, which were quite excellent. Overall after waiting 45 minutes and reading and hearing rave reviews, I expected quite a bit more. Pros: expensive, spicy, snooty more
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Great sushi! 8/23/2002

My boyfriend introduced me to this place a few months ago. The sushi is excellent and at a great price. more
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MUST EAT AT TOMOE 8/21/2002

For more than 15 years me and my husb.go to Tomoe, the best sushi and great variaty of japanese food . exellent!! If you get there by 5~5:30 when they open you can be in the first clients to eat early dinner, out by 7nish! after that you may wait in line anywhere from 1 to 3 hrs. uff-uff Pros: fresh fish, good food, great sake Cons: long lines, no reservations more
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Best Damn Sushi Joint Period. 8/20/2002

In the dead of winter I found a long line of mostly Asian New Yorkers waiting outside of this place in the cold. One day, I asked myself ""Why are they enduring the elements? The food can't be that good."" Alas I was wrong. This cozy little spot in the West Village has the best sushi that NYC has to offer. If you can stand the wait (and yes... it is a long wait) you will be rewarded with a meal made with love. Pros: Unparalled Sushi Cons: Your feet hurt! more
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  • The Scene
    The toast of many a guidebook, this Soho spot finds its unassuming storefront thronged with tourists and patient locals every evening. Inside, it's decorated fairly...

  • 4/19/2004 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Sun-Mon, 5pm-11pm; Tue-Sat, 1pm-3pm and 5pm-11pm
  • Payments: American Express, Cash
  • Neighborhoods: SoHo, Downtown
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