$$$$ • Yakitori • Evanston
Tomo Japanese Street Food brings the vibrant, comforting flavors of Osaka to downtown Evanston, Illinois. Founded by husband-and-wife team Christopher and Tawanrat Mohr, this welcoming eatery offers a casual and authentic experience, just steps from Northwestern University. The atmosphere is designed to feel like a favorite hangout, complete with anime screenings, Japanese variety shows, and a soundtrack of retro city pop. Tomo specializes in crave-worthy Japanese comfort food, providing a delightful escape for students, locals, and anyone seeking delicious, unpretentious fare in a lively setting. It's a place where authenticity, fun, and flavor perfectly converge.