Tori Tomo Restaurant — Restaurant in Providence

I had my first visit for lunch on Wednesday, 29 December 2021, and will NEVER set foot in that nasty restaurant again!

Upon walking in, there is a sign on the door clearly asking that you either wear a mask, or show proof of vaccination, of which I have had three! The second I walked in the door the waitress screamed clear across the restaurant, asking me if I’ve either been vaccinated, or will I be wearing a mask? I barely got in the door and was immediately affronted. The whole restaurant turned and stared at me after she rudely singled me out. It was a power trip for this waitress. Not even a hello, good afternoon, or “welcome”. Just plain rude. I sat by myself at the window seats, and she came over and again demanded out loud that I either put on a mask, or produce my vaccination card, which I had in my hand. Never polite. Just rude. As uncomfortable as I was, I scanned the menu and thought to myself, this is not one bit enjoyable, so why pay to be further abused and I got up and walked out. After walking up the street a bit, I called the restaurant to explain to her who I was and why I chose to leave to which she said “too bad and don’t call here again”. I called back again, because I wanted to see if I could reach the owner to ask if this was OK with her/him to which she again told me “stop calling and don’t ever come back“ and hung up on me. So that dump can keep their attitude. I...

Tori Tomo: Where Tradition Meets Innovation

Nestled in the heart of Providence, Tori Tomo beckons both the curious and the connoisseurs of Japanese cuisine. Stepping in, the fusion of traditional ambiance and innovative dishes immediately captivates.

The gyoza and shio ramen are among the stars of their culinary galaxy. The gyoza, with its perfect balance of crispness and succulent filling, delivers an explosion of flavors in every bite. The shio ramen, a delicate harmony of broth and noodles, holds a depth that lingers on the palate. Each sip and slurp unveil layers of savory satisfaction that leave a lasting impression.

While the culinary delights steal the spotlight, the ambiance plays a supporting role. The lighting, albeit a tad harsh, casts a spotlight on the anime mural, an eye-catching homage to Japan's vibrant pop culture. Despite the illumination, the warm aromas enveloping the space create an inviting embrace, transporting diners to the heart of Japan's culinary essence.

Tori Tomo stands as a testament to the intersection of tradition and innovation. It's not just a restaurant; it's an odyssey through the flavors and artistry of Japan, where each dish tells a story and each visit unfolds new chapters of culinary delight.

I look forward to returning soon! and thank you Joey for making a guest appearance🔥...

Food was very good but server was awful. They had took someone’s order who had come in afterwards, while we were still waiting for them to take our drinks order. However it took them about another fifteen minutes to come over and take our orders. We waited for our appetizer to come but when the ramen came out we realized they had forgotten to put our appetizer into the system. We did finally get the appetizer after we had mentioned it to the waiter and a few minutes after we started our ramen however about fifteen minutes after getting our food the waiter had placed the bill on the table and started asking if they could put our food into boxes even though we had just gotten the food about 20 minutes ago. I told them I was still eating so no box would be necessary for the moment and they had just walked away. Finally when another couple had come about ten minutes after the bill was given to us the waiter told them they could either sit outside or if they wanted to wait they could wait for us because we were almost done as the waiter pointed at our table. I have never felt so rushed in a restaurant and even though the food is good the treatment from the server really turned me off...