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    BCD Tofu House

    4.2 (1.6k reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Soup
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    SHOUTOUT to the entire staff who served us tonight!
    Julie N.

    The BEST tag team staff & management. Everyone seems to have their job, yet all can also help you with whatever you need. BEST PART... EVERYONE is pleasant, friendly & well trained. You ask for more banchan, they got you. Hot tea in your rice, they got you. Need a scissors to cut the pancake. They got you. Need a to go box. They bring one immediately! Ready for the check, you don't even have to ask... it's here. The combos come with an amazing amount of food. Sure, the tofu pot is A LITTLE smaller, but only by 2-3 bites and you get to pick a meat or vegetable side big enough to share! One server even comes over to double check you got everything you ordered! Impressive. There is a management staff looking over everything and making sure everything is running smoothly. Nice touch. All the food was delicious and plentiful. The hot pot rice was delicious and the best Kim chi. You could tell the food was made with the freshest ingredients. I've been her more than a few times, but tonight was clearly the best experience yet! Thank you BCD Tofu!

    Panchan
    Michelle K.

    I've come to this BCD location multiple times with my boyfriend and have had a great experience everytime. In my opinion, this place is better than the Irvine location in terms of food quality and the welcoming atmosphere. The freshness and high quality of the side dishes (especially the cucumber kimchi and potato salad) and the tofu soup (my favorite is a childhood nostalgia, the ham and sausage, and is filled to the brim with tofu) is always such a hit, especially when I'm craving something warm. My partner also has enjoyed the dolsot bibimbap, the spicy pork, and the kimchi beef soon tofu. My favorite thing to do is not eat the rice directly with the tofu soup, but have it with the hot barley tea poured into the rice stone pot (as requested). My boyfriend tried that for the first time on our most recent visit and really enjoyed it as well. Additionally, the service is great here. They fill up the side dishes frequently as requested and make sure your water and tea are topped up. In particular, I really like a worker named Julie, who is hilarious and also makes sure to thoroughly top up whatever side dishes my partner and I request. I hope to continue being a patron of this location and highly recommend visiting!

    Mackerel combo
    Chad K.

    Went out for a dinner of 4 on a Saturday night. The line was long but the turnover is quite fast so we got seated not long after we joined the wait-list. We all order different things off the combo list, which came with a soft tofu soup each. We were also served a fried small mackerel as an appetizer. The fish was a little bony as mackerel tends to be, especially when you're frying the whole fish, but the taste was great. The rice served in the hot stone was fluffy and of the perfect consistency. I already had one small mackerel as an appetizer so I wish I would have chosen a different entree rather than a larger mackerel, but it was still good. I really enjoyed my tofu soup. It even came with a raw egg to crack inside so that this soup could cook it. This hot stone keeps it blazing hot the whole time you're sitting there. And the banchan was definitely flowing. They refilled it multiple times so we definitely felt like we got our fill of kimchi, potato salad, cucumbers, and other pickled veggies. There are a lot of vegetable and vegan options here so it's great if you have some of those in your crowd. Not the fanciest place, but we were well fed and the quality of everything was nice. A solid choice if you're in the area and craving Korean tofu.

    Banchan spread, fish cakes and potato salad were my personal faves!
    Janelle S.

    Went on a Friday night and it was fairly busy, but the wait wasn't too bad though for a party of 3 (~ 13 minutes). I ordered the raw marinated crab combo and it was the perfect amount of food. It comes with a small version of their tofu stew and rice. The raw marinated crab was SO good too, good level of spice and very flavorful. They do not skimp out on the marinade either! Their banchan is also yummy, and I love that they provide a fried fish! You don't normally see that at other Korean restaurants and it's so yummy. The servers are also very kind and attentive. You just can't go wrong at BCD!

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    Brock H.

    Had a nice dinner with a few friends on a Friday night! The wait wasn't too ling, about 20 minutes with aot of people waiting outside. Ordered combos of Spicy Bulgogi, Crsb, and the Galbi. Each combo comes with a decent tofu soup serving that's more than enough, unless you want just the single large bowl. The servers and host were quick and professional, everything came in and out fast. This place is awesome. I've eaten here before, it's been a long time. Out of k the amazing restaurants on this street, this one of the best outings I've had. Great experience, decent price, well worth it.

    Jazzmine M.

    Come here a lot with colleagues and friends and it never disappoints! Service is super fast and friendly, food comes out super hot, and the ambiance is casual, bustling, with reasonable levels of noise. Great for lunch!

    Was so good we finished it all
    Jane K.

    Had a great experience at BCD Artesia! The service was excellent from start to finish. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made sure our table had everything we needed throughout the meal. A special shoutout to Katherine, who was especially kind and helpful during our visit. She was very attentive to our needs which made my experience more enjoyable. The food was also delicious. Everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. My fav is the Assorted Soon Tofu, it comes with beef, shrimp and clam. So good! Between the great food and the outstanding customer service, it was an all-around wonderful dining experience. I look forward to coming back again soon.

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    athena z.

    I came here around 7 pm on a Saturday and we only had to wait five minutes. Thankfully they have some benches inside so I didn't have to wait outside. They even apologized for the wait which was kind. The menu is pretty straightforward which you also use as a placemat. I ordered the bulgogi and soup and it came with a bunch of side dishes like fish and kimchi. Honestly eating all the side dishes made me almost full and made the price of the meal completely worth it. The soup and bulgogi were really good and their tofu really is that soft! I took some boxes to go since I couldn't finish it all and it made a nice meal for the next day. The service was really good as well and our server was very attentive and helpful. We parked pretty far into the parking lot since it was pretty crowded

    Victoria C.

    I'd been hesitant to come back to this specific BCD Tofu after my poor experience a few years ago. However, this recent visit was the complete opposite. The tofu soup was much better this time around. It was definitely more flavorful and spicier, and it also seemed better prepared overall. Instead of just seeing the water and gochugaru separate, it was well-made and well-mixed. Everything came out hot, and the overall experience was a lot better.

    Martin N.

    BCD Tofu House is hands down one of the best spots for Korean comfort food. Their soon tofu is incredible--rich, flavorful, and always served piping hot in the stone bowl. Every bite is packed with deep flavor, and you can really tell the quality is top-notch. The banchan (side dishes) are always fresh and delicious, and they bring out so many that you feel taken care of from the moment you sit down. Whether you go with beef, seafood, pork, or combo tofu, you really can't go wrong here. Service is fast and attentive, the restaurant is clean, and the atmosphere is welcoming. This is the kind of place you come back to again and again when you're craving real Korean comfort food. Highly recommend--BCD never misses.

    Haemul Pajeon (Seafood Pancake)
    Lisa Y.

    Not sure when this started, but this is the first time I've seen a banchan cart going around at BCD! Someone goes around pushing a cart of banchan containers on ice asking if you want refills of kimchi, cucumber kimchi, fish cake, bean sprouts, potato salad, and preserved squid. It's great! The kimchi was a little inconsistent during this particular visit (e.g. the first batch was very bland, but the second batch was super salty), but the other side dishes made up for it. They still have some of the best fish cake around! Their fried fish appetizer is always good, and I look forward to it whenever I come to BCD. The Dumpling Soon Tofu is always my go-to. They give several smaller dumplings in the soup rather than a few large ones, which I prefer! The soon tofu always comes out piping hot and delicious. The menu says that you get an egg by request only, but our server made it seem like it's always included. Either way, ask for one just in case because the egg make the soon tofu even better! Their Seafood Pancake is also good, nice and crispy! I like it has a decent amount of seafood, including shrimp, squid, and mussels (which I haven't seen in other restaurants' seafood pancakes!). I also appreciate that they give each person their own dish of sauce, so you can feel free to double dip to your heart's content!

    Galbi (BBQ Short Rib) combo with S6. Dumpling /  만두 순두부 (소고기, 고기만두) 交子豆腐
    Levis K.

    Seriously can't go wrong with BCD Tofu House. It's consistent, delicious, and always good, any time of the day. Service is usually pretty good. Expect it to be a bit slower when they're busy, but from my many experiences here, they're usually pretty good regardless of how busy it is. Expect it to be a loud environment. Plenty of seats but when it's busy (read: weekends and nights) expect it to be a bit packed. They usually play kpop on the speakers, ranging in generations, which is great. Parking can be tough - it's shared with the plaza with plenty of other businesses and restaurants, but even if you're parking "far" it's still not that far of a walk. Overall, 10/10, would keep coming back again.

    Spicy Raw Crab
    Andrew K.

    BCD Tofu House is the most globally successful Korean tofu restaurant and remains the gold standard for soondubu. This location continues to excel, serving exceptionally fresh and delicate soft tofu in rich, deeply flavorful broths, accompanied by vibrant banchan and their crisp, award-winning kimchi. What truly earns my highest praise, however, is their yangnyeom gejang (spicy raw crab). The crab is impeccably fresh and top quality, with a naturally sweet, jelly-like texture that melts in your mouth. The marinade strikes a perfect balance of gochugaru (Korean chili powder), soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and sugar, creating a bold yet harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and umami flavors. This dish is a family favorite and an absolute explosion of taste--deeply addictive thanks to the contrast between the silky crab, assertive chili heat, and fragrant garlic. The galbi (marinated beef ribs) was also outstanding: exceptionally tender, savory, and sweet, with a smoky depth that made every bite memorable. The restaurant itself is clean and welcoming, with friendly, attentive service that enhances the overall dining experience. This BCD Tofu House location continues to uphold the brand's reputation for excellence and consistency.

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    Do they Accept reservations?

    Sorry, I've never made a reservation or been there myself, so it would be best to contact them directly.

    Do they still have the hot stone bulgogi?

    Hi Abi, Unfortuantely we no longer have hot stone bulgogi on our menu at any of our locations.

    Is there a private area to seat about 25 people to celebrate 100th day?

    I don't believe so after going there for years.

    Do you still have outdoor seating?

    They have still have outdoor seating place.

    Does this establishment have gift cards or certificates?

    I believe they would as they are a big chain in Southern California. Best bet would be to call the restaurant and ask directly. Good luck!

    Do you have any discount for birthday?Thanks~

    I am not sure about the restaurant have any discount for birthday. But, I think you should ask about these questions to waiters if you want the waiters to answers your… 

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    There are so many Korean food choices around Cerritos and La Palma adjacent areas…read more Nearly all have a specific type of food preparation different from each other. This location has served cold noodle soup (mulnaengmyun) all the years we have come. The most recent owner is also female, and her kitchen and front end staff are all female. By far, this serves the best cold noodle soup and thin chewy buckwheat noodles. The hot summer days certainly bring in a crowd! The side dishes or banchan change frequently, my favorites are the tomato and apple, onion and parsley plus the house made kimchi. Occasionally they have the white or non spicy kimchi which is so delicious and refreshing. We often get the combo cold noodle with beef bulgogi (thin sliced marinated beef) or kalbi (LA style short rib sliced across and marinated then grilled). Love the bossam plate :boiled pork belly served with vegetables for wrapping. Also good is the marinated chicken & veggie wraps combo. The gamjeatang or pork spare rib spicy stew if full of tender pork and stewed vegetables, that I feel is a healthy alternative to the grilled meats. The boochoo neon (I hope I spelled that correctly) or chive pancake is done so well here: tender and crispy on the edges. Great for sharing as an appetizer. They also have a barley dish that is mostly vegetarian with spicy sauce. Very glad they are open daily and until 9 pm (last call is about 830). Many families and golf buddies or business partners frequent the place. Quiet, thankfully has A/C cranked to cold most year round, so you can enjoy your meal in comfort. The manager (Joy) and servers are unfailingly quiet and priced excellent service.

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