Tomikawa Japanese Restaurant – Japanese
Step into a world of refined elegance where the delicate artistry of the sea takes center stage through a stunning array of vibrant, thinly-sliced carpaccios. From the buttery richness of monk fish liver to the zesty brightness of seared garlic tuna, each plate is a masterclass in balance and precision, inviting diners to savor the pure, clean flavors of premium seafood in a sophisticated, modern setting.
3539 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena CA 91107 https://tomikawasushi.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, halal, dairy-free, low-carb, keto, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, whole30, paleo, plant-based, low-cholesterol, gerd, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, atkins, tlc, raw-food, alkaline, aip, renal, carnivore, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its intimate setting and polite service, guests frequently praise the attentive staff who ensure a welcoming experience for families. Standout dishes include the tasty desserts, which reviewers highlight as a flavorful and satisfying conclusion to their meal. Many diners express a desire to return to this cozy environment to further explore the menu.
Menu
Carpaccio
- Tuna Carpaccio - $18: Kizami Wasabi, Red Onion, Tobiko, Yuzu Citrus Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Albacore Carpaccio - $17: Kizami Wasabi, Red Onion, Sea Salt, Tobiko, Ponzu Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Scallop Carpaccio - $19: Lychee Mayo, Sea Salt, Tobiko, Yuzu Citrus Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Carpaccio - $17: Lychee Mayo, Red Onion, Sea Salt, Tobiko, Yuzu Citrus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus Carpaccio - $17: Kizami Wasabi, Sea Salt, Chive Oil, Tobiko, Yuzu Citrus Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Monk Fish Liver Carpaccio - $16: Salmon Egg, Sea Salt, Sriracha, Ponzu Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Garlic Tuna Carpaccio - $18: Red Onion, Tobiko, Yuzu Citrus Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail Carpaccio - $19: Truffle Oil, Fresh Jalapeño, Sesame Seeds, Tobiko, Yuzu Citrus Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Albacore Carpaccio - $17: Tobiko, Red Onion, Yuzu Citrus Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mackerel Carpaccio - $15: Freshly Grated Ginger, Tobiko, Ponzu Available at: dinner, lunch
Izakaya
- Octopus Sunomono - $9: Sliced Octopus with Thinly Sliced, Marinated Cucumbers Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $5: Steamed Soybeans with Sea Salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Chili Edamame - $7: Soybeans Sautéed in Garlic Sauce with Chili Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki - $8: Grilled Octopus Battered and Fried, Served with Dynamite Mayo, Smokey Takoyaki Sauce and Bonito Flakes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Triple Lotus Spicy Tuna - $12: Spicy Tuna Served on Crispy Rice, Fried Lotus Root, Sriracha Aioli & Eel Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura - $11: Fried Shrimp & Vegetable Served with Tempura Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broiled Mussels on Half Shell - $10: Mussels Broiled and Garnished with Masago & Green Onions Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Furikake Fries - $6: Garlic Fries with Sea Salt & Furikake Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Agedashi Tofu - $8: Lightly Fried Organic Tofu with House Tempura Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza - $7: Lightly Fried Japanese Dumplings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Squid Legs - $9: Lightly Fried Calamari Legs, Served with Sriracha Aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail Collar with Sea Salt - $14: Broiled Yellowtail Collar, Served with Ponzu Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers - $8: Sautéed Japanese Shishito Peppers with Garlic Sauce, Topped with Shaved Bonito Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice - $11: Spicy Tuna, Served on Crispy Rice, Avocado, and Ranch Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Fried Chicken - $9: Deep Fried Chicken, Marinated in House Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Collar with Sea Salt - $12: Broiled Salmon Collar Served with Ponzu Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Pork Cutlet - $13: Seasoned Pork Loin Stuffed with Cheese and Fried with Panko Bread Crumbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Shell Crab - $12: Deep Fried Soft Shell Crab Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad - $7: Marinated Seaweed with Sesame Oil & Toasted Sesame Seeds Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers - $10: Spicy Tuna, Cream Cheese with Sriracha Aioli & Eel Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad - $6: Fresh Iceberg Lettuce, Cucumber & Tomatoes, Served with House Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Salad - $6: Thinly Sliced Cucumbers, Marinated In Rice Vinegar Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus Salad - $14: Octopus with Baby Mixed Greens, Served with House Ponzu & Sweet Mustard Dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tuna Salad - $15: Spicy Tuna with Baby Mixed Greens, Served with House Ponzu & Sweet Mustard Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef's Choice Sashimi Salad - $18: Assorted Sashimi with Baby Mixed Greens, Served with House Ponzu & Sweet Mustard Dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Tofu Salad - $10: Fried Organic Tofu with Fresh Iceberg Lettuce, Served with House Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Skin Salad - $12: Crispy Salmon Skin with Baby Mixed Greens, Served with House Ponzu & Sweet Mustard Dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chirashi Sushi - $28: Assortment of Chef Selected Sashimi, Served with Seasoned Sushi Rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nabeyaki Udon - $16: Japanese Udon Soup with Shrimp Tempura, Chicken & Egg all Served in a Hot Pot Available at: dinner, lunch
- Udon with Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura - $15: Traditional Japanese Udon Soup Served with Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura on the side Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus Chef's Special Plate - $32: Sashimi (Tuna, Salmon, Albacore), Sushi (Salmon, Yellowtail, Unagi, Shrimp), Spicy Tuna Hand Roll & Roe Bowl Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef's Sushi Plate - $26: Tuna, Salmon, Yellowtail, Albacore, Shrimp, Unagi, Smelt Egg, Tamago & Spicy Tuna Roll Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Bento
- Bento (Choose Any Two Items) - $22: Served with Edamame, Miso Soup, Salad, Gyoza, Tatsuta Age Chicken & Rice. Options: Chicken Teriyaki, Yakiniku Pork, Steak Teriyaki, Salmon Teriyaki, Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura, Tatsuta Age Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Cheese Pork Cutlet, California Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, Vegetable Roll, Assorted Sashimi (+$2) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Children's Chicken Bento - $12: Chicken Teriyaki Served with Miso Soup, Salad, Gyoza, Rice & Orange Available at: dinner, lunch
- Children's Tatsuta Age Chicken Bento - $12: Tatsuta Chicken Served with Miso Soup, Salad, Gyoza, Rice & Orange Available at: dinner, lunch
- Children's Steak Bento - $14: Steak Teriyaki Served with Miso Soup, Salad, Gyoza, Rice & Orange Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi
- Tuna Sushi - $7 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Sushi - $6.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail Sushi - $7.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Water Eel Sushi - $8 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Uni Sushi - $15 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Rolls
- Sumo Roll - $16: Krabmeat, Tuna, Salmon, Yellowtail, Cucumber, Avocado Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rainbow Roll - $15: Krabmeat, Cucumber, Avocado, Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp, Albacore Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spider Roll - $14: Krabmeat, Cucumber, Avocado, Soft Shell Crab, Kaiware, Gobo, Smelt Egg Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crunch Roll - $13: Krabmeat, Shrimp Tempura, Cucumber, Avocado, Crunch Flakes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caterpillar Roll - $15: Krabmeat, Fresh Water Eel, Cucumber, Avocado Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
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