"Tomo in Old City has something for everyone, thanks to an enormous menu that includes vegan rolls and some of the best ramen in town. But if you’re in the mood for sushi, focus on the specialty roll section. Fresh fish is always the star of the show, but they're not afraid to have a little fun—buttery salmon is topped with seared yellowtail and house-pickled jalapeños; crispy shrimp tempura is paired with seared tuna and sweet miso sauce. By 7pm the place is usually packed with neighborhood regulars on a casual date or grabbing dinner with some friends, but you shouldn't have trouble grabbing a table or counter seat earlier in the week. photo credit: Nicole Guglielmo photo credit: Nicole Guglielmo photo credit: Nicole Guglielmo Food Rundown photo credit: NICOLE GUGLIELMO Tomo Roll Their signature roll combines spicy tuna, avocado, and cilantro and is topped with seared tuna and sweet miso sauce. It's peppery and sweet with just a little heat. photo credit: Nicole Guglielmo Bugz Roll We're not usually ones for fruit with our fish, but the Bugz Roll really works. Eel, broiled salmon skin, and strawberry is topped with seared salmon and scallions. The strawberry brings a perfect tangy bite to the super savory eel and salmon. It's one of our favorite rolls here. photo credit: Nicole Guglielmo Spicy Tuna Inari Rice and chunks of spicy tuna are stuffed into this chewy fried tofu boat. It's earthy, sweet, savory, and the best bite at Tomo. You're going to want a few. photo credit: NICOLE GUGLIELMO Tonkotsu Ramen This warm, creamy bowl of ramen combines pork broth, pork belly chashu, nitamago, bamboo shoot, black fungus, red ginger, and scallion. All of the ramen options are deeply flavorful with perfectly cooked noodles, but this is our go-to." - Alison B. Kessler
