Value-driven sushi in Soho. Offers quality fish & standout spicy king crab. A go-to for a fantastic, well-priced Japanese meal.
This Japanese eatery offers a high-value sushi experience in a bustling neighborhood. While some patrons note a difference from its predecessor, many find it to be a fantastic and well-priced option for quality sushi. The spicy king crab is a standout, and the tekkadon is noted for its good quality despite a higher price point.
This Japanese restaurant is primarily known for its sushi. While some customers mention that the fish quality might not be as exceptional as its predecessor, many still find it to be of good quality and well-priced. The spicy king crab is frequently highlighted as a must-try dish, and the tekkadon is also mentioned as being of good quality, though a bit pricey.
"The spicy king crab is a highly recommended dish. The tekkadon is also considered to be of good quality."
Customers generally view this restaurant positively, praising it as a fantastic and well-priced sushi spot. However, some have noted a decline in quality compared to its previous ownership.
Important Note
Some customers have noted that the restaurant is not related to the original 'Tomoe' and that the quality of fish may not be as high as it once was. One comment specifically mentioned having to spit out tuna, claiming it was leftover fish from earlier in the week.
"This user lists Sushi by Woo and Tomo21 as their favorite sushi spots."
Positive"This commenter, who has not been to Tomo21 (formerly Tomoe) in about 10 years, expresses sadness about potential quality changes. They consider Tomoe their default sushi place in NYC and view ownership changes of good establishments with concern."
Negative"This commenter visits Tomo21 once a year with an out-of-state friend, having been a fan of the previous ownership (Tomoe). They feel that 'reasonable quality fish' is an accurate description."
Neutral"This commenter has visited Tomo21 multiple times and found the tekkadon to be pricey but of good quality. Their favorite dish is the spicy king crab, and they plan to try the deluxe next time."
Positive"Tomoe21 was included in a list of recommended sushi spots."
Positive"A user strongly seconded the recommendation for Tomoe21, calling it "the best" sushi."
Positive"This user recommended Tomoe21 as a place the original poster, who was seeking casual, high-quality, non-omakase sushi, might like."
Positive"A user suggests walking to the West Village to go to Tomo for sushi, implying it's a worthwhile option despite being outside the initially requested East Village area. The comment received negative upvotes, possibly due to suggesting a different neighborhood."
Positive"No tomo21 is not related at all."
Neutral"Tomo21 is in no way related to the OG Tomoe who was the best game in town."
Negative"They pretend with the warm rice but a recent Friday tuna was left over fish from Monday. Had to spit it out. Bad bad bad."
Negative"I went to tomo21 last night, it was fantastic and well priced."
Positive"It's the same location, new owners. Still good but not as cheap."
Neutral"Tomo21 is less expensive and best value in the neighborhood if you’re not going for day-to-day spot like Tataki"
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