Tomo

The story

Tomo | Michelin-Recommended Japanese Restaurant in Brookhaven, Atlanta

In the Buckhead area of Brookhaven, Tomo Japanese Restaurant has earned a Michelin recommendation for its refined, authentic Japanese cuisine. The restaurant describes its approach as a place where tradition meets innovation, using only the finest ingredients to create an experience that is both elegant and welcoming.

The Experience

Tomo invites guests to "choose your journey and let the artistry unfold." The menu is designed for discovery, with an ever-evolving expression of craftsmanship that celebrates seasonality, precision, and innovation. The dinner menu is thoughtfully curated by the chefs, with each dish telling a story by blending time-honored techniques with bold creativity.

For a more immersive experience, the omakase—meaning "I'll leave it up to you"—offers a chef-guided progression of seasonal dishes. Guests are seated at the sushi bar, where the chef prepares each course one at a time, allowing for a deeper connection with the food and the artistry behind it. The Tomokase menu is described as a celebration of seasonality, precision, and innovation, with limited availability and reservations required.

Signature Dishes

The menu features a range of carefully crafted dishes. Standouts include the Tomo Lamb Chop with Sansho peppercorn, a Nigiri variation showcasing the freshest seasonal fish, and the Black Cod wrap with sweet miso marinade served with Boston lettuce and garlic chips. The Tuna tartare combines sticky yam, scallion, pink peppercorn, shiso, pistachio, balsamic glaze, and wasabi-soy for a complex and balanced bite.

The Michelin review has highlighted dishes such as the Amaebi (sweet shrimp with deep-fried head), Kampachi Serrano (kampachi sashimi with garlic, serrano pepper, and yuzu soy sauce), and the Tomo Tataki (seared beef or tuna with ginger, scallion, shiso, and garlic-ponzu sauce).

Tuna Tuesday

A signature weekly event, Tuna Tuesday is more than a special night—it's a celebration of Japanese culinary craftsmanship. Guests can witness the art of tuna carving and savor the richness of this extraordinary fish in an exclusive dining experience. Limited availability and reservations are required.

Atmosphere and Craftsmanship

Every dish at Tomo is presented as a work of art, where precision, technique, and exceptional ingredients converge. The restaurant features an exclusive selection of Japanese sake and whiskey, with one of Atlanta's most refined sake collections. The setting is sleek and intimate, offering a seamless fusion of authentic Japanese techniques with contemporary creativity.

Tomo's recognition by the Michelin Guide affirms its commitment to exceptional Japanese cuisine, making it a destination for those seeking an authentic and elevated dining experience in Atlanta.