Rounding up the score- this is more a 3.5 from the food I ordered standpoint. Came here to try their mushroom tofu pot. Have to say the soup base was just average and not as rich and flavorful as you usually find in a mushroom or tofu pot in a good korean restaurant. In fact it was a litte more on the "sour" side to my surprise. The only upside was their banchan. Their kimchi was so good and the service was great. They gave very generous portion of banchan refills too! Not sure if I'll be back and if I do , you can bet it's to get my fixes for their kimchi. :) read more

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This place has been around for 25 years. The secret has been out for many years, their Korean barbecue short ribs are my absolute favorite. And everyone's table has at least one tofu soup, those are their popular dishes. The owner is so sweet, she's always working hard making sure everyone has a tall filled glass of water, and has detailed management. The place is very cozy and family friendly , the noise level is not too loud, they do have some fresh Korean music on every time I'm dining in. I highly recommend this place. read more

This has become one of my go-to spots for comforting Korean food. There are a few standout dishes here that keep me coming back. - Yukgaejang (spicy beef stew) - 5/5 Easily one of the most flavorful versions I've had. Honestly, no one else makes it quite like this. It comes out piping hot every single time, and I think it's the combination of both the heat and the spice that makes it extra satisfying. The portion is huge (especially the noodles), so I usually eat half and take the rest to-go. My favorite parts are the burdock for that earthy crunch, and the glass noodles, which soak up all that rich, savory broth perfectly. Super comforting and actually spicy. - Seafood & beef tofu soup - 3/5 It's okay, but a bit lackluster compared to other spots. It doesn't quite have that depth of flavor that makes me crave it again. - LA short rib (galbi) - 5/5 The marinade is perfection. A really nice balance of savory with just a touch of sweetness. Honestly, some of the best galbi I've had in the area. Service can be a bit inconsistent. There's one staff member who tends to ignore requests (possibly a language barrier), but another woman, who might be the owner or manager has been there for years and is always quick, sharp, and attentive, which I really appreciate. As for banchan, my favorites here are the bean sprouts, tofu, and japchae. The japchae is great when it's on point, though sometimes the noodles can be a little on the firmer side. Overall, a spot I keep coming back to for the Yukgaejang and galbi alone. read more

Gopchang Soondubu Done Right I drive from San Francisco for this bowl. Not for hype. Not for novelty. For proper gopchang soondubu (beef intestine soft tofu stew). Most places lose before the first bite. You look at the gopchang and already know - too cleaned, too flat, no aroma, no structure. Safe. Sanitized. SGD in Milpitas doesn't do that. The Gopchang This is what matters. * Full shape * Slight crisp edge * Interior dense and creamy * Real intestine flavor intact When you bite through it, there's that clean snap 》 then a soft, rich bloom inside. That flavor release is what people forget gopchang is supposed to do. And they give you enough. Not decorative. Not symbolic. Order Medium or Higher Mild is polite. Medium (or above) is correct. The spice doesn't mask the beef intestine - it sharpens it. Capsaicin + rendered fat = amplified aroma. That's when the stew becomes layered instead of just "spicy tofu soup." Purple Rice Matters This Milpitas location serves purple multigrain rice, and that detail changes everything. The chew balances the richness. The nuttiness cuts the fat. The texture keeps the meal structured. If you're searching for "best gopchang soondubu Milpitas" - this is the bowl. Consistency I've lost count of how many times I've ordered the same thing here. Every time: * Broth has body * Tofu stays silky * Gopchang keeps structure * Flavor remains stable That kind of repeatability is harder than it looks. Service Yes, there's usually a wait. Yes, it moves. Owner is often on the floor checking tables. Staff is efficient, not theatrical. If you come enough, they remember your order. That says something. Final Word Bay Area Korean tofu soup is everywhere. But if you want gopchang soondubu with real beef intestine flavor, correct texture, proper spice balance, and purple rice pairing - this is the one I make the drive for. - Dr. C Precision Appetite SF 》Milpitas (for gopchang) read more

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I love SGD tofu! I have gone to this location and others many times. The most recent time, my friend and I came at opening on a Saturday. We were seated immediately. Food: The tofu soup is always good, no matter you which you get for your preference. The last time my friend and I also shared the tteokbokki. It was pretty standard, but good. They also have separate ban chan for vegetarians. That was very thoughtful. Service: Service was quick and friendly. As always, the tofu soup comes out pretty fast after ordering. TL;DR - Delicious tofu soup you can't go wrong read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - tteokbokki - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

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It was my first time dining at this location and wished I'd dine here sooner. The restaurant is spacious, tables aren't too close to each other. A staff greets you and you can sit wherever unless the restaurant is busy. There are physical menus available. It was a hot day so opted for a bibimbap pork bowl. It was a hefty serving with decent portions of pork, veggies and rice. It came out really hot, which allowed the rice to be super crispy, my favorite. The egg was slightly overcooked. The banchan came out first and it was a good serving for my party of four. Two plates of banchans were served, so we didn't have to share. It had kimchi, fish cake, mung beans and silken tofu. Staff went around to refill our waters a couple of times. Great place for large groups. read more

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One of the best Korean tofu soup in the area! The restaurant is located in a very busy plaza, but there should be more than enough free parking spots here. The servers were quick to sit you down and take your orders. During peak hours, you might have to put your names down on a wait-list. We really wished they would give us water more often though. We each got one small tint cup of water and they barely checked in or gave us more water until we flagged them down. The inside was just a normal-looking restaurant with very minimal interesting decorations. Their restrooms could use a little upgrades, but it was decent. No keys, no passcode. We ordered a Dumpling Tofu Soup, mild spicy. Which we really liked it. The tofu texture was really soft and didn't feel grainy. The flavor and seasoning were also on point! It also came with an egg, which you will crack into the soup when it's still piping hot. Mild spicy level wasn't too spicy, but had enough kick to it. We also tried their Stir-fried Spicy Squids, which we thought was ok-ish. The portion was good, but it's a little too sweet and not much of spicy. Also, it's messy to eat with the sauces, so be careful while eating this dish and do not wear white or you'll regret later lol. However, it's still a very decent dish to have. Our orders also came with 2 bowls of rice. So it filled us up quickly. Decent restaurant with good tofu soup for the cold days. The prices were decent and good for their portions. Would definitely come back again for their tofu. read more

SGD Tofu House is a favorite of my family, they're great takeout wise and dine in! We decided to dine in this time. While the parking lot was a little busy near the restaurant, there's still ample parking for the whole plaza. We came in around 11:30am on a Saturday and it wasn't busy at all! Things definitely picked up throughout the lunchtime though. The restaurant itself is small and simple, and had a mom and pop feel to it. The food itself is delicious! The banchan that comes at the beginning had yummy and fresh tasting dishes, our favorites are the fish cake and the bean sprout kimchi. I got the beef tofu soup with medium spice and it was delicious! It was spicy enough and very flavorful. The portion was a lot for me, so I took some home too. Definitely one of my favorite spots of Korean food, especially when you're in the mood for a warm and hearty soup! read more

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Had the beef tofu soup, which was what I expected for it to taste like so it was nothing much. Also had the seafood pancake which actually was pretty good and the short ribs ($40) which there were a decent amount of ribs with good flavor (although pricey). The server was very nice even though he seemed to be running around everywhere. All in all, very filling food with pricing that I would expect and good service (forgot to mention they give tea). read more

It's been a hot minute since I've been back here (last time was 2022!) but was craving it a lot. Came on a Saturday night at 8pm and to my surprise, the restaurant was pretty empty (was always packed when I came years ago). The lot is huge, so it's easy to find parking. We were seated quickly, and service was quick. I always get the tofu soup here, but I decided to switch it up on a hot summer day. I opted for the naengmyeon (cold noodles). My friends ordered two tofu soups though, and I have to say - I'm surprised at the changes. In the past, when you ordered tofu soup, each order gets their own individual bento box with side dishes. Now, they give you one singular side dish box in the middle of the table. Don't get me wrong, they still pack the side dishes to the brim with generous amounts, but this change in general surprised me. The side dishes were still delicious as usual though! The naengmyeon was a huge portion, which is nice considering it's $21. The dish came out with a refreshing broth -- plenty of ice chunks in the broth. Super tangy and the perfect balance of sweetness. The noodles were incredibly chewy. The galbi was cooked perfectly, and the radishes were a great addition. Such a satisfying bowl - I'm glad I tried this instead of my typical tofu soup order! This will definitely be my go-to dish in the summers going forward. read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

Went recently and the food was subpar. The Korean cold noodles had too much ice in it and was given two small pieces of meat. The rice was too mushy and threw off the whole taste for the tofu soup. The seafood tofu soup had waaaay too many bits of shrimp antennas. Had to pick the pieces out and some were stuck in the tofu. The soup was barely boiling so it barely cooked my egg. It was almost if they had a large pot of soup and just transferred it into a smaller bowl for serving. This was my go to spot after the mall but this time was disappointing. The only positive note was the server was very nice. Hope things can improve for this location. read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - Korean Cold Noodles - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

In the year 2025 in a major metropolitan area, there are certain aspects of life that we take for granted, that were not always the case: the internet will be fast enough to stream videos, the air quality is usually good, and if one orders seafood at a restaurant, it is not coming out of a can. But every so often, something comes along to remind us that these luxuries are not guaranteed. Ordering the combination soft tofu seemed like a safe bet. Unfortunately, the unmistakable flavour of canned (or otherwise not freshly prepared) seafood (shrimp, scallop, and clams) contaminated the entire dish. It must have been years since the last time I was surprised by canned seafood at a restaurant, so infrequent is this the case that the thought never even crossed my mind while ordering. Conversely, the bibimbap was acceptable, if unexceptional. The side dishes are very generously served, and the noodles are excellent. read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

The side dishes were a meal in itself practically! Lots of japchae and fish cake. I ordered the cold noodles and it came with some short rib on top. I've never seen that before. It was a good meal but I prefer other places for good side dishes and the cold noodle dish. read more

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We liked the food, especially the hot tofu soup. The ban chan that starts us is tasty. Service is quick with taking our order and providing our needs. The restaurant is bright and clean. read more

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Getting tofu soup here always hits the spot!!! It's a casual place and always a smooth experience. I got the beef tofu soup with medium spice. The beef, tofu, and mushrooms were all pretty balanced amounts and they were solid! The soup was super flavorful and addicting. I'm gonna try an even spicer one next time because it wasn't that spicy and I like my food spicier. The side dishes were so good! I love the tofu and fish cakes the best. Wasn't expecting the side dishes to come in one plastic tray, I'm used to them coming in little metal bowls, maybe cause I haven't been here in a while. I guess it saves space and is more convenient. Servers were quick and friendly! I'd definitely come back here again. read more

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Food is so yummy! This place is a Milpitas classic and my favorite Korean restaurant in the area. Their food has a very mom-and-pop shop vibe and tastes great. My fav is their mackerel and the spicy rice cakes! Their kimchi is on the spicier side. Service was good. It was a busy Friday night but the employees were very quick and on top of it. Atmosphere is very casual and a good spot to catch up with friends. Its very homey! read more

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This comfortable Korean diner is very popular, hopping with people on a Saturday night, and I can see why. A full menu of all your Korean favorites, big portions, ample serving of banchan. The bi bim bap was fresh and good. I like that they serve the banchan in a to go container, as inevitably you'll need to take the leftovers home. Jap chae was a little overly sweet for my taste. This strip mall has so many amazing Asian food and drink businesses. I like to grab a Tong Sui fresh coconut drink, get my nails done, and enjoy dinner all in the same location. read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - 17. Stone Bibimbob - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

We got the mackerel tofu soup which was tasty and had a generous amount of fish in it! My girlfriend and I loved the fishcake and japchae a lot. This is a solid spot to get tofu soup. read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - Rice and banchan it comes with - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

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My review is more like 3.5 stars. I remember this place used to have tofu soup for $11. Now it's $20. Still very popular during lunch hours, but only have few servers so you have to flag them to get service.. Their banchan comes in bento container which is nice if you wanna take it to go, but their japchae was a bit too sweet. Although it's been a long time since they opened, their tofu soup has been consistently good. read more

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Delicious and affordable! No frills, quick, good eats, hole in the wall type spot. Their tofu soup is so tasty! I've tried the seafood and the beef tofu soups. You can ask for your preferred spice level. The waiter was nice to bring me some extra broth to water down the spice for me. I tried the seafood one spicy and the beef one with no spice. Spicy one had great flavor even though I died a little but was worth it haha. When I had no spice I don't know how to describe it like the broth tasted so clean and refreshing. I enjoyed both though! All their side dishes were really good too. I liked the japchae the best. The seafood pancake and kalbi were pretty yummy too. But for sure I'd say getting the tofu soup is a must! read more

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Ok the food here is authentic and delicious but I'll let you know the real purpose my friends and I visit here...their Kim chi. That's right, we make the trek here to buy their Kim chi for take out. It's so so so good! Don't sleep on it! I skip buying it from stores now and just get it from here. read more

First time to an SGD Tofu House and kicking ourselves for not knowing about this chain earlier! It was a Tuesday night (election night!) and we were craving Korean food and comfort from a night of disappointment, and found this place not too far from where we had an appointment in Milpitas. The place was hopping for a weeknight. Fortunately we were seated pretty quickly. We ordered tofu stew (chicken), ramen with dumplings, and grilled beef. Everything was super tasty! We were a little confused at first as we didn't see any of the small banchan dishes at the other tables, and were starting to get disappointed, but then it was brought out to us in these plastic compartmentalized to-go containers. It was my husband, my teen son and I and they gave us two normal sized containers and one smaller container for my son - half a star off for that because my teen can eat more than me and we ordered three things, so we shouldn't have gotten a smaller container! Ambiance was fine, but another half a star off because service could have been friendlier, plus they were busy and seemed to need more help. We do look forward to coming back and trying other items, and maybe visiting a location closer to our home. read more

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I've been eating soondubu jjigae in the United States for the past 40 years, and this place is by far the best. The taste is outstanding, and all the side dishes are perfectly suited to a Korean palate. My family and my son also come here often--we truly love this place. It's absolutely delicious. read more

Came here with my mom the other day for lunch and promptly got seated. shared a bimbimbap and a tofu soup. Delicious food!! Huge sizes we had to take stuff to go. They give free banchan idk if i'm spelling that right but it was so good too. Mom got hot tea and was so surprised they offered it for free. Spacious and clean restaurant with kind quick service . Parking outside was easy huge plaza. Mom said she really enjoyed it as did I. 10/10 read more

Nothing special. It's a typical tofu house. Service was slow. I was there for lunch. It wasn't very crowded.

They get pretty busy so depending when you come you might end up waiting... I beat the lunch rush and came at 11:50 on a weekday lunch and was seated on time. Love their banchans. Soup flavor is impeccable and customer service was on point despite being super busy! read more

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Food is always good. Love the tofu soup and seafood pancake. Thank you for the great experience as always read more

My husband's cousin has been suggesting we try this place for years. Today was the day! I think we went at just the right time, shortly before 1pm on Saturday. Spacious restaurant. We were seated and orders taken right away. We ordered the spicy beef stew, seafood soft tofu (mild), and seafood pancake. Good banchan. The spicy beef soup had good amount of beef and noodles. Seafood tofu soup was flavorful with shrimp and clams. Came with raw egg on side. Use it as soon as tofu arrives. Seafood pancake was packed with ingredients. Pleasantly surprised. Seafood pancake entree does not come with banchan. After we received our food, the tables filled up. There were two servers doing their best to keep up. Overall, good experience. Will be back. read more

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Been coming here when I was young but probably no longer - SO much plastic all of a sudden, what the heck?! They've always used throwaway chopsticks, but now there are plastic cups for water and paper cups for tea - definitely used to have actual cups. Banchans are given in a plastic container that looks like they're used for bento boxes, but why? They used to have plates, so what happened to them? So sad. The food is still good - tofu soups are the best I've had in the US, love their banchans (kimchi, japchae, and fish cakes are awesome). Super pricey though, on the menu it said $19.60 but on the receipt I was given, it said $21, no idea why. I got #2 on the tofu soup menu which was beef, scallop, shrimp, clams - I substituted the clams with mushrooms, asked for no rice. If this was the reason for the price increase, I wasn't told about it. Stop using so much plastic!!! read more

Really great lunch! It's plenty of food, too. I got the #1 beef tofu soup, medium spicy. It was delicious! It came with a raw egg to put in, and a tray of bonchon with japchae, rice, tofu, bean sprouts, and kimchi. The kimchi was so good! It was nice and pickled tasting, and fresh, crunchy. I usually don't like to eat kimchi by itself, but here at SGD tofu house I was happily munching away on it. I ate half my food and got full, so now I have delicious leftovers for later. A+ lunch. The service was great too on a weekday lunchtime, staff noticed us quickly when we needed something, and were friendly and attentive. read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - Bonchon that comes with tofu soup - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

This is an OG tofu soup spot and has expanded over the years for good reason. This restaraunt itself is very well operated and organized. I showed up with a group of 5 around 12pm and got seated right away! They give you a paper menu but you can also scan a QR code on the wall. They have a la carte meat and soup options but I usually just stick to their tofu soup sets. I got the beef tofu soup - extra spicy which isn't really spicy in my opinion. The soup came with tofu, mushrooms, beef, and an egg. The soup was super tasty and I enjoyed it. This included a separate tray of sides with my favorite item being the kimichi and glass noodles. Overall, I recommend giving this place a try if you're looking for a good tofu soup spot! read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - Need 1. Beef Tofu - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

I have tried this spot just for the tofu soup a lot of times, it's one of the best place to get it. My usual was the dumpling soft tofu, This time I want to try something different so I ordered Ramen soft tofu (medium spicy) it is so comforting especially in a cold day. The noodles with the rice cake and beef sausage is so delicious, I enjoyed it a lot. The staff is attentive and gives great service, This place hits every time :) read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - 11. Ramen Soft Tofu - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

Yes, there was a slight increase in prices, but still great food and service. This is one of the better tofu houses in the Bat Area. read more

Been coming here since I was a wee little lad. My go-to order that was passed down to me since I was a kid is the seafood soft tofu and grilled short ribs. The food was fantastic. the tofu was silky, soup flavorful, and clams were cleaned and fresh. The short ribs were well marinated, not too oily, and a generous portion. Reason for the 3 stars has to do with how they now serve their rice and banchan now. "Back in the day" they used to be in individual dishes that you could get refills of. The rice was also served in a giant stone pot. Once it was empty, they would fill the pot with hot tea so that you could have a rice porridge. Since covid, they started serving the rice and banchan in individual plastic bento boxes, which also cut back on the number of banchan offered. This feels like a drastic reduction in food and service quality. read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - 3. Seafood Soft Tofu, 21. Grilled Beef Short Ribs - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

MENU AND FOOD: This tofu house cooks up a variety of Korean favorites. SERVICE AND ATMOSPHERE: Service is quick and efficient. They have indoor seating only. Their indoor decor is plain and simple. PARKING: Located in a food plaza, they have a shared busy parking lot. IMPRESSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: I had their beef intestine soft tofu soup with medium spice, which was delicious and not commonly served at restaurants. It came with an egg on side, the broth had great depth and flavor and the intestines were flavorful and tender. Their banchans, which are rather limited, come with a serving of rice in a pre-prepared plastic tray. I'll definitely be back for their tofu soup again! read more

Good entree portions as well as banchan! I loved that they serve the banchan in a personal to go container so you can easily pack it if you cannot finish. We ordered the galbi entree and soondubu to share. Both are good but no wow factor. This is your typical Korean spot. read more

If it wasn't for the lackluster grilled beef, this establishment would've been 5 stars. Sure there isn't as much variety on the side dishes but it's kimchi is the best in town. I also love the purple rice and my kids loved the japchae (cold noodles). The name of this place suggests it all. You have to get their tofu soup and if you eat beef I think their beef tofu soup hits the mark. If you eat spicy, go all the way spicy as it is just right for my buds. I see many tables getting a huge white bowl of soup dumplings. They all look like they're enjoying it so that's next on my list when I return. The menu says the grilled beef is $27 but we were charged $30. Please fix that. I see many tables order Kalbi. Since my kids prefer the thinly sliced meats, we thought bulgogi style is better. The meat is a little tougher so next time I'll go with Kalbi. I thought the service was great. We waited just 5 minutes to get seated on a Sunday evening. The restaurant next door was so busy that I can see people finding this hidden gem. read more

Milpitas SGD Tofu House - Side dishes come out like bento meals! Very nice! - Korean Near Me - Milpitas, California

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It's ok. Our food took a pretty long time to come out (25+ minutes) and was not an especially flavorful soondubu. I think it's also a little weird everything is served on disposable trays given the price point. read more

Ambiance This place used to be packed and tables arranged tightly, but COVID changed how they operate. Tables are more sparsely arranged, with the high ceiling and light colored walls, somehow it felt cold and uninviting. Maybe that's just me. But the good thing was that there was no wait and for those who want more privacy, definitely better than before. Was there at peak lunch time and there was always empty tables. Back then before COVID the wait time was insane. Service Understaffed. Initial ordering time was ok, took about 15 minutes for our food to come out. When we were done, took another 5-10 min to get our check. I think there were only two servers taking care of the 15+ tables. Not the servers' fault, they were trying their best running around all the time. Food The banchan/side dishes no longer flow freely. They now came in a to-go box, not sure why. I would think this cost them a lot more than having the banchan in washable small plates. Maybe it actually saves them money from having to pay someone to wash those. The kimchi was spicy and tasty with the right amount of tang, not watery like some places or like the ones you buy at the supermarket. The rest was typical bean sprout, fish cake, etc. I like the purple rice that came with it instead of white rice in the past. But I do miss the nurungji burnt rice soup that they used to do on stone pot. The dubu/tofu dish were good. Got medium spicy and it was spicy. I had the pike mackerel and wife had the octopus. They did not skim on the mackerel and octopus. Problem was the inconsistency. We both ordered medium spicy, mine was a bit more spicy than expected and also a lot more salty. Hers was bland and not spicy at all. Maybe the understaffed server impacted their consistency more than I thought. Another thought that I had, was the pike mackerel actually mackerel, or were those sardines? Cost/Tips Practice Cost per dish has gone up significantly compared to pre-COVID. It is now just under $20 for a dubu dish. But considering the amount of food, not too bad. Paper bill with suggested tips at 18% as lowest option, or choose custom tip amount. Overall it was an ok experience. I would return if the craving hits and I am in the area. Not a destination that I would consider if I am more than 10 minutes away from it. read more

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We had the galbi and it was not too sweet and had amazing flavor. The crab tofu soup had good flavor. My new favorite in the soup tofu department. . Their Kimchi hands down was delightful. I ate all of my families share. I wanted to buy some to go but they were running low. We also appreciated that they gave my 3 nieces complimentary NO spice tofu soup. I love that they also serve red rice with the meals. read more