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Tombo Grille
Tombo Grille is the neighborhood restaurant of Forest Acres. We offer what we like to call creative comfort food. All of your favorites - with an interesting twist. Different, yet familiar. We prepare an array nightly specials inspired by seasonal fresh local ingredients. Tombo Grille also features a wonderful collection of wines to compliment any meal. Our servers are knowledgeable about our wines and happy to make a recommendation for you.
Dining at Tombo Grille can be as casual or formal as you like. On any given night, you"ll find families having dinner, friends celebrating, or folks out on the town. Our warm and inviting atmosphere is perfect for any occasion.
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66 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 66 reviews
5 stars
(39)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(42)
- fit for foodies(28)
- special occasion(17)
- vibrant bar scene(17)
- good for groups(15)
- romantic(13)
Tombo Grille Reviews List
Review 1 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Exceptional burger, average fries.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a very pleasant meal here. The burger was a top-10 find.
If only the fries had also been exceptional, but they were average.
The service was excellent!."
If only the fries had also been exceptional, but they were average.
The service was excellent!."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 2 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent dining experiences always ..."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was very good. Good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good. Good portions and French Coconut pie for desert Excellent!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 4 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic food and great ambiance..
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fantastic food and great ambiance....live music on a Wednesday night!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My fiancée and I set for their
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My fiancée and I set for their weeky Monday special, Burger and a beer for $9. We spilt the burger and tried the fried Brussel sprouts. Everything was delicious. We'll definitely be back."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A regular spot for us. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A regular spot for us. The food was excellent. We love the music on Mondays and Wednesdays. The wait staff are always friendly and helpful and know the menu and wine list."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The noise level the night
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The noise level the night we were there was high because there was a birthday party going on.
Please note that they DID NOT have the reservation that I made on line with Open Table. Luckily, I had my e-mail confirmation with me."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 8 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was great but not kid
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great but not kid Friendly. A child menu would be great"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find
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Review 9 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, great service, good atmosphere....AGAIN!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Tombos is too small for a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tombos is too small for a loud band. I had a headache after we left. The food was good and we saw lots of people from the neighborhood."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2009
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Review 11 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tombo’s was quiet, very nice for talking. Food and service were excellent."
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice atmosphere & extensive wine list. Limited options for main entrees."
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Review 13 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Monday night special with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Monday night special with live music is a great deal. I tried the BBQ sandwich this time for a change and it was very good, though it would have benefited from a hit of slaw. Nothing beats that hamburger - outstanding!"
Dined on 03/11/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love this place! Great Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I love this place! Great Food and great service. My family and I really enjoyed it. The people who run this place know what they are doing. Going back very soon."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
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Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a really nice time. The food was really good. The server was really polite and helpful."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 16 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice menu with a good selection.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice menu with a good selection. Will go back."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 17 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious meal with nice atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious meal with nice atmosphere. Food was perfectly prepared and the service was very good. We had the scallop appetizer which came with 3 large scallops that were cooked to perfection and served with a mouth-watering cream sauce. As our entrees, my husband had the salmon which he enjoyed and I had the pork tenderloin which was grilled and served with a wonderful demi-glace and a delicious combination of brussel sprouts, onions and spinach. The desserts sounded so good, we couldn't resist splitting one. I'm SO glad we did! We chose the salted butterscotch blondie which was served warm with vanilla ice cream. It was out of this world and a delicious ending to a wonderful meal."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 18 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely menu and excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely menu and excellent specials. I enjoyed succulent scallops with a sublime saugage cream sauce, served with spinach ravioli. Divine! Nice wine list."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
EXCELLENT!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I absolutely loved it. Me and our date were very pleased with our experience here. It was our first time. Food was excellent and so was the service. Only thing I would recommend is, that the restaurant gets a bigger street sign lol."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 20 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Monday nights beer and burgers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Monday nights beer and burgers is a GREAT deal and lots of fun!"
Dined on 02/18/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 21 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food at Tombo Grille is
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Tombo Grille is outstanding. Their wine list is quite good. I've had 3 experiences eating there, and in each case the food was of great quality. My most recent trip was on Valentine's Day, and unfortunately the service was NOT so good. After a wonderful salad and their fresh bread, it took a full 25 minute to receive the main dish. A problem in the kitchen was never acknowledged to us, and when the meal arrived a full 20 minutes after the waitress had said "your meal will be out shortly", nothing was ever said about why the delay happened. I probably would have not thought too much of the issue, as it WAS Valentine's Day, but 5 other couples who arrived after we did received their meals before we did. I was NOT happy."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
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Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food always with a menu embracing fresh/seasonal vegetables and herbs. The filet is always incredible. The fish dishes are always great as well."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 23 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They were just too busy to get things right on Valentine's day- tried to give a local business a shot."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
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Review 24 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were there for Valentine's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were there for Valentine's Day evening. The food and ambience were excellent. The service was great. The site is in a good neighborhood and is well-maintained. The parking is good. They always do an excellent job. I am very pleased to have them in my neighborhood."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun for a group!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fun for a group and very good food! Our waitress was excellent! So convenient and the specials are usually vey good!!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We came for the band...Flat
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came for the band...Flat Out Strangers. We LOVED the food. I had the salad and macaroni and cheese. The salad was perfectly dressed- The macaroni and cheese complex, satisfying and delicious. My companion had the burger and announced it was perfect."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and service. Mondays
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and service. Mondays has live music."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 28 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Waitress left a lot to be
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waitress left a lot to be desired. First time service was fair. Still our favorite neighbor restaurant."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great music and dinner - highly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great music and dinner - highly recommend!"
Dined on 01/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 30 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed the live music
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed the live music but were seated far away that we still could talk. The food was delicious and freshly prepared. Sometimes the crowd is a generation or 3 ahead of me but not this night, maybe I arrived later."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had been awhile since I had
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had been awhile since I had been to Tombo's, had a great birthday celebration with terrific food and wine. Enjoyed it!"
Dined on 01/21/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 32 for Tombo Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious Mac-n-Cheese!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went during Columbia's Restaurant Week and truly enjoyed it! I had the macaroni and cheese appetizer and it may be the best I've ever had. It was DELICIOUS! I also had the Shrimp & Grits with Collard Greens; again a great dish. I was full and wasn't able to finish it but I had it the next day at home and it tasted just as great. Tombo Grille is a hidden treasure among Columbia restaurants. Will definitely be returning soon."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Tombo Grille
Based on the average of (34) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic