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Tomi Sushi
Master Critic Reviews (3 Lists)
Tomi Sushi
7.9
A long-running Mar Vista standby for classic rolls and straightforward nigiri at fair prices. The draw is reliability—fresh fish, quick pacing, and a menu that stays comfortingly familiar.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon avocado roll, Chirashi bowl, Yellowtail jalapeño
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Dependable neighborhood sushi with a big menu and steady execution.
Who should go: Locals wanting an easy sushi night.
When to visit: Lunch or early dinner for shortest waits.
What to order: Chirashi, salmon avocado roll, yellowtail jalapeño.
Insider tip: Daily specials can be better value than signature rolls.
Tomi Sushi
7.6
A casual, long-running sushi shop that does dependable rolls and nigiri without the scene. It’s a straightforward choice for quick lunches and takeout, with a loyal local following.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon and toro nigiri, Spicy tuna roll, Chirashi bowl
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Reliable neighborhood sushi at fair prices.
Who should go: Takeout regulars and easygoing sushi eaters.
When to visit: Lunch hours for fastest turnaround.
What to order: Chirashi, spicy tuna, any daily nigiri.
Insider tip: Ask what’s freshest before ordering nigiri.
Tomi Sushi
8.3
A neighborhood Mar Vista staple for classic rolls and hand rolls, delivered with steady freshness and crowd-pleasing flavor profiles. The menu leans traditional with a few baked and specialty options, and locals rely on it for reliable takeout or a low-key dine-in sushi fix.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Tuna Hand Roll, Salmon Avocado Roll, Sweet Tuna (Bluefin Sushi + Spicy Tuna Roll set)
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Dependably fresh hand rolls and approachable specials for everyday sushi cravings.
Who should go: Locals wanting easy, reliable sushi.
When to visit: Weeknight dinner or quick lunch.
What to order: Spicy tuna hand roll, salmon avocado roll, baked blue crab hand roll.
Insider tip: Order a Tomi Special set to sample roll + nigiri together.