Welcome to Tokie’s
Welcome to Tokie’s, a charming Japanese haven nestled in the heart of San Mateo. Born from a passion for authentic flavors, Tokie’s offers a delightful array of dishes catering to diverse palates, including vegan and vegetarian options. The warm and casual atmosphere invites families and friends to enjoy everything from fresh sashimi to comforting udon, all crafted with quality ingredients. With convenient features like takeout and delivery, as well as a full bar and outdoor seating, Tokie’s ensures every visit is a memorable culinary experience. Join us to savor the essence of Japan, where every bite tells a delicious story.
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34 E 4th Ave San Mateo, CA 94401 United States Hotline: (650) 570-6609
Welcome to the delights of Tokie’s, a captivating Japanese dining experience located at 34 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA. This restaurant is more than just a meal; it’s an exploration of flavors and a celebration of Japanese cuisine.
At Tokie’s, the atmosphere is casual yet lively, making it an ideal spot for family dinners, group outings, or a laid-back night out. With options for outdoor seating, climate-controlled comfort, and a full bar, it caters to every guest's needs. And for those on the go, Tokie's offers takeout and delivery, ensuring that exquisite dishes are never out of reach.
One of the standout features of Tokie’s is its extensive menu, which caters to a diverse range of dietary preferences. Whether you are a vegan, vegetarian, or a meat lover, the menu has something for everyone. The array of appetizers is particularly impressive; I found the Beef Yanagawa at $8.50 to be a savory treat, combining perfectly marinated beef with a subtle sweetness that leaves a lingering flavor on your palate.
Another highlight is their Udon section, with the Nabe Yaki dish emerging as a true favorite. Priced at just $9.50, this unique offering comes steaming in a cast iron pot, showcasing fresh vegetables, tempura shrimp, and chicken in a soothing broth that warms both the body and soul.
The sashimi selection is fresh and beautifully presented. I can't recommend the Maguro enough at $13.50, which burst with oceanic flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Each slice serves as a testament to the quality and precision characteristic of Japanese cuisine.
For those visiting with family, rest assured that Tokie’s is kid-friendly and accessible, with features like wheelchair access and even patio seating for your furry friends. Additionally, the restaurant proudly accepts modern payment options, including cryptocurrency, making your dining experience as seamless as possible.
Tokie’s is not just a restaurant; it's a destination where food meets comfort. With Happy Hour specials and catering services available, it is poised to cater to every occasion, from casual dinners to festive gatherings.
In conclusion, dining at Tokie’s is an adventure that combines tradition and innovation in every bite. If you seek a dedicated service experience paired with dishes that reflect the heart of Japan, make your way to Tokie’s — you won't be disappointed.
For reservations and inquiries, call (650) 570-6609. Bon appétit!
We love Tokie's - have been going for more than a decade with our family, even their prior location. Friendly, family-run. Always a great atmosphere and really quality fish. Our fave for sure.
Good food and great service! The nabeyaki udon was probably our favorite - the broth was flavorful, light, and refreshing. Everything was good though. Very clean, good vibes, had the basketball game on.
Had a great dinner here last night with friends. The nigiri salmon, hamachi and blue fin tuna were health cuts and my green salad with miso dressing was delightful. My friend had a caterpillar roll and TWO Ronnies. We ordered more... too much to list. The menu has something for everyone. I really liked my gin drink, Darum, it was perfectly fruity since I don't drink much. Service was wonderful. Will definitely come back for casual. Japanese!
My boyfriend and I enjoyed every bite of our food at Tokie's and it made the perfect date night! Everything tasted so fresh and absolutely delicious. We got the following dishes: Miso soup Tofu steak (soooo good) Gyoza Jeffrey roll Unagi nigiri Sashimi carpaccio (incredibly fresh and delicious creative take on sashimi! the olive oil was so flavorful!) Our waiter was very attentive and the food arrived quickly. It has the feel of a nicer sushi restaurant but the prices are very reasonable, which surprised me. Quality food and restaurant. I will definitely be returning and am excited to eat all of these items again!
Tokie's is a long-standing Japanese-American restaurant in downtown San Mateo offering a short but diverse menu of Japanese-inspired eats. I tried a wide sampling of their offerings starting with edamame tossed with spicy chili oil and pan-fried pork gyoza. The sushi selection was creative, featuring items like the Foster City roll, filled with raw hamachi; Rainbow, topped with an assortment of sashimi; and Bill's Special (my favorite), a California roll topped with raw salmon, lemon, spicy mayo, tobiko, and green onion. From there, we continued on with a simple salad with sesame dressing and miso soup. The tempura selection included shrimp, sweet potato, onion, broccoli, and green beans, all covered in a loose batter that didn't cling on. The chicken katsu was a sliced fillet of dark meat chicken in a crispy panko breading, served with a side of thick, sweet, and savory katsu sauce. But the best entree was the beef teriyaki, a flat, juicy grilled steak in a sweet and savory sauce. Overall, the food here was all tasty but average for Japanese-American standards.
Great tasting sushi, soup, and appetizers. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for really tasty Japanese food. Service was great too!
Visited her in a Sunday evening for dinner and it wasn't quite busy yet at 6pm. Shortly after we were seated people began walking in and the restaurant was full. My dad was recommended this restaurant since he found out it relocated and remodeled. I like the modern Japanese ambiance and the bar was beautiful. Our server was nice and took our order but it took a while to receive our food, longer than I usually anticipate even for a busy restaurant. We ordered: Nabe Yaki udon - good but very small amount of chicken, udon noodles were good but not life changing. Tempura udon - tempura was cooked perfectly! One way I determine if a Japanese restaurant is good is how they make their tempura. The shrimp should have the same batter as the vegetables if not that tells me it's frozen or used for sushi rolls. And this tempura had all the same batter and the perfect crisp! Teka maki - fresh fish with a good ratio to rice! Negihama maki - fresh fish, good amount of green onion and rice! Sake nigiri - a bit disappointed with the salmon I thought it would be more flavorful, but it was still good. Spicy scallop roll - fresh scallops! I would return for the quality food, but hoping food service delivery is a bit faster next time!