Here for the ramen
Award-winning Restaurant in Poole
Welcome
Tomoko is an independent neighbourhood restaurant in Parkstone, Poole.
Join us for bowls of ramen, classic rice dishes and small plates, inspired by flavours from Japan and across Asia. Alongside the food, we serve beers, wines, house cocktails and crafted soft drinks.
Bring your favourite people and we’ll take care of the rest.
Our Story
Tomoko means “friendly child”.
Founded in 2021, Tomoko was born from a love of Japanese food and the casual dining culture found across Japan.
Our inspiration comes from the traditional shokudo and local noodle bars you might discover while wandering the streets of Tokyo — the kind of places where you pop in for a bowl of ramen and somehow end up staying for another bite. That spirit is reflected in Tomoko too, creating a relaxed space centred around the simple pleasure of eating well.
Japan is at the heart of our story, but we’ve always followed our appetite. Our tastes and influences find their way onto the menu, giving familiar flavours a little Tomoko twist.
And who knows where a good bowl of noodles might take us next?
Slurp & Smile
Good food, empty bowls, and honest opinions – here’s what a few of our guests think of Tomoko.
Where is Tomoko?
You’ll find us on Ashley Road in Parkstone — between Poole and Bournemouth.
Street parking is available opposite, with a public car park about five minutes’ walk away. The More M1 and M2 buses stop on Ashley Road, and the nearest train stations are Branksome and Parkstone.