What a great spot! Banchan was one of the best I've had recently and the cold noodles were amazing - my mom ate all of hers and half of my dad's. The service was great and our waiters were quick and attentive. We will be back! read more

Wow, came back to finally try the galbi jjim and holy moly! It's a 10 out of 10 dish! I might get hated for saying this, but it's actually better than Sun Nong Dan. Meat is way more tender, flavor is on point, and way more banchan variety. Tofu soup is always a solid option, but don't sleep on this dish y'all! Service is warm and friendly as usual and the restaurant is clean and bright :) read more

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Came here for the first time on a Friday for lunch with some coworkers. We tried the Pork Bulgogi & Soon Tofu Combo, Ark Shell Bibimbap & Soon Tofu Combo, and Budae Jjigae Soon Tofu. Overall, everything was decent but pretty average. The soon tofu was pretty standard compared to other Korean tofu places I've been to. I did like the pork bulgogi--it wasn't overly sweet, and the portion was pretty good for a combo. It was my first time trying Ark Shell bibimbap, so it's hard for me to say how it compares to other places. It wasn't bad, but nothing really stood out to me either. The restaurant itself was clean and well kept. Even though we went during lunchtime, it wasn't too busy, so the service was good and attentive. They actually have a fairly large menu with quite a few Korean dishes besides soon tofu and naengmyeon. Since this was our first visit, I can only comment on what we tried this time. I wouldn't mind coming back to try some of their other dishes. read more

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Was waiting in the area for another restaurant but got so hungry we decided to stop here and I'm honestly really glad we did. Super chill restaurant and the waiters were very receptive and kind. Banchan was unlimited and refilled incredibly fast. Tofu soup was delichous as per always and the bulgogi side was quite big and very yummy (a bit on the sweet side but I think it complimented the meal well). read more

We stopped in for lunch the other day. Parking is difficult to find so be patient. The restaurant itself is warm and inviting. Each table has a mounted touchscreen to order everything from. Food comes our quickly. The bachan is wonderful. The kimchi is fresh and the seaweed salad is fantastic. We got an army tofu soup which was so delicious. The egg we added gave it a creamier texture. The kimchi fried rice was a good portion and was not oily or greasy. The flavor of the kimchi really shines. The katsu was huge! It was so tender and flavorful. The katsu sauce was also really tasty and we made short work of the katsu. The galbi was tender and so tasty. We also ate all of it. Such wonderful comfort food will make this a go-to place for you! read more

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Oh man. What an amazing experience here. Plenty of seats and they play K-pop in the background creating a great ambiance. Staff are extremely friendly and genuine about being attentive. Great great service from beginning to end. Lastly, the food is amazing. The pork Katsu is 100% the star of the dinner. It was perfect in every way and the sauce that accompanies it is heavenly. read more

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We ordered the Bibimbap Kimchi Pork Tofu Combo, Kimchi Fried Rice (my favorite!), Spicy Cold Noodles, Fried Dumplings, and Spicy Galbi Jjim with Cheese and fluffy purple rice Everything was flavorful and satisfying! The kimchi fried rice was definitely my favorite--packed with flavor and perfectly seasoned. The tofu soup is made with silky House made tofu. The spicy cold noodles were refreshing with a nice kick. The fried dumplings were crispy and delicious. The spicy Galbi Jjim with cheese was so tender and rich. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the interior was nice, modern, and clean, making it a great place to enjoy a Korean meal. Overall, a great dining experience! read more

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Tofu Chon has such good bonchon and delicious soondubu jigae. I ordered an oyster soondubu and my partner got the spicy oyster one. Our friends got the spicy cold noodles and everything looked so delicious. Everything is fresh and fluffy and the purple rice is delicious~ Service is very friendly and attentive. The soondubu is so flavorful and hearty. read more

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Tofu Chon has become one of my regular go-to spots and this time I ordered takeout with their pork cutlet and soft tofu soup. The biggest surprise was the pork cutlet. It was honestly better than what I've had at many restaurants that specialize in tonkatsu. The cutlet stayed crispy even as takeout and the rich demi-glace sauce was absolutely delicious--it paired perfectly with the pork. The soft tofu soup was as comforting and flavorful as always, making it the perfect combination with the cutlet. I'm really happy to have Tofu Chon so close to home. It's one of those places I can always count on for a satisfying meal, whether I'm dining in or ordering takeout. read more

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We were craving Korean food and found ourselves at Tofu Chon on a whim and honestly am very glad we did! We ordered the marinated crab, the galbi combo which came with a soon tofu soup, and cold noodles. Right off the bat, the service was super quick and nice. We ordered off the iPad and the food arrived around 10-15min afterwards. The crab was good. It was pretty standard and a little bit more on the pricey side (around $30) but still glad we got it. The tofu soup was great as well. Great flavoring and not too sweet which I like. The galbi was tender and very flavorful. However, the star of the meal was honestly the cold noodles. We went on a day that was 95 degrees and it was absolutely incredible. And the portion is huge! The place itself is pretty spacious and had good AC for a hot day. Overall would definitely come again! read more

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We noticed they greet customers in English or Korean. My wife, who doesn't look Korean and speaks Chinese and English, mentioned they greeted us in English, which made sense. She joked that she has 4% Korean ancestry, lol. The service started well; my sweater even fell off the chair, and a staff member placed it nearby. As a first-timer, I asked some questions, and she offered helpful recommendations. The touchscreen ordering system is convenient, though I wish I had used the service button instead of flagging down the server a few times. We ordered the galbi soondubu combo ($32.00). The banchan spread was decent, including fishcake, bean sprouts, kimchi, cucumber kimchi, spinach namul, and cabbage, along with a raw egg. Unfortunately, I found a long hair in my fish cake. However, the server handled the situation professionally. She immediately removed the dish and brought a replacement, offering a sincere apology. The seafood soondubu was delicious, with shrimp and clams, and the medium spice level was perfect. However, some of the galbi was slightly undercooked and fatty. Although the restaurant wasn't busy, one server seemed rushed, and her tone was a bit cold when I asked for more banchan. Thankfully, a more friendly server took over, and we wished she had been there the whole time. Despite a few issues (hairy banchan, inconsistent service, and the undercooked meat), it was a mostly pleasant experience. While I want to like this place, the inconsistencies prevent me from rushing back. read more

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The best seafood pancake I've had in the area so far! I've been here a couple of times and they're not usually very busy so I've been seated very quickly. Their food is so good and definitely hits the spot for soondubu. You order off the tablet on the table and once you order the food comes out very quickly. Service is very fast and friendly here. read more

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Count your days BCD... LOL jk jk because this spot was so delicious and flavorful and def deserves much more love! I mean I love that there's no lines and it's self iPad ordering. But I wish they did have a more broader menu. LOVE that they offer EXTRA SPICY & PURPLE RICE!!!!! it was satisfying and I teared up. Every joint does the soup differently and I really enjoyed the tasty and savory flavor of the mixed tofu soup. Ambiance was nice modern and warm. Staff were also friendly and quick. Please check this spot out if you are a fan of Tofu soup. Valet is $3 depending when you go read more

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Delicioug meal and side dishes. Good service! I recommend here to enjoy tofu and squid dish.

I was looking for a spot that had tofu soup and beef combos and stumbled upon Tofu Chon. We were seated immediately and you place your order on the tablets (you also click Call Server to request the bill btw). I ordered the tofu soup and bulgogi combo and my friends got the galbi combo and bibimbap. While we waited, we were served a nice assortment of delicious banchan. My favorite was the kimchi and we ended up clearing all the dishes within like 5 minutes lol. The workers saw and immediately gave us more refills without asking us. I love service like this!! The food came out steaming hot and I thoroughly enjoyed my tofu soup. I had a couple pieces of galbi and preferred it over the bulgogi. Overall, I had a terrific experience here and would def return. read more

It was lunch time on Sunday. There were a few tables occupied. The place is cozy, roomy and clean. Kpop music on the background not too loud, it's good. Ordering is easy. Use the screen provided on the table. Ice cold water served Banchan served Food served piping hot Time to eat. No rush, no pressure , relaxing sunday lunch. Back to the screen to ordered the bill. Paid and bye bye.. see you soon. If you like tofu soup..you have to come here to try it. Faster and really tasty. read more

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The mool naengmyeon is excellent. Even my brother thought it was awesome. My brother's favorite naengmyeon is usually Chosun because of the high quality buckwheat noodles and generous portions. Tofu Chon gives a larger amount of noodles. Unfortunately, the menu implies naengmyeon is only summer time offer. read more

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This new Korean spot surpassed my expectations. The interior design, service, and food were impeccable. The tofu soup was generous with the anchovy stock and is my new favorite in ktown. The raw marinated crab was juicy and flavorful. Seafood pancake and katsu were crispy and delicious. The Galbi Jjim meat was so so tender. No complaints. Amazing Korean food. Highly recommend! Everything we tried on the menu is really good. read more

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We ordered the oyster soon tofu which was delicious. Also ordered the galbi which is good as expected. Place is nice & clean... and service was fantastic. read more

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My first time trying Ark Shell Bibimbap from here and it was pretty good! Ark Shell is a type of shellfish used in East Asian cuisines. In this particular dish, the taste wasn't too fishy since there were a lot of Korean flavorings and sauces used. There also was a generous amount of protein, so the dish didn't feel like it was just rice. I got it with the purple rice and mixed together, it was delicious. The fried egg on top was also perfectly cooked and crispy with a runny yolk. Tha banchan selection was also good with all the fresh veggies. They paired well with the bibimbap, and of course free refills. Overall, the food here I had was great! This new Korean restaurant in Ktown offers several popular Korean classics. A solid choice with something for everyone. The interior and service are pretty nice as well. They have a parking lot out front, but it can get limited since the area is pretty popular. read more

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Tofu Chon in Koreatown is a must-visit for authentic Korean comfort food! Start with their flavorful marinated crab, then warm up with their rich seafood tofu soup made with silky house-made tofu. Don't miss the crispy tonkatsu, savory bulgogi, and juicy Korean BBQ short ribs-each dish is packed with authentic flavor and generous portions. Whether you're dining in, grabbing takeout, or ordering delivery, Tofu Chon is a spot you'll want to come back to again and again. read more

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Ordered the spicy noodle + galbi combo and it was exactly what we needed! Banchan variety was good too. read more

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The food was so good and the lady, Jay, was soooosososooo sweet. 10/10 would recommend read more

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WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW I just had lunch here with my friend. We were actually going to get pho next door but when we parked, we remembered we've been meaning to try Tofu Chon since they opened at this location and pivoted here. It was in between lunch and dinner time---around 2pm when we went and we were the only ones in there. It is bright and spacious in there and each table had an ordering pad for convenient ordering. Our server (I'm sorry, I didn't catch her name) was amazing and periodically checked up on us. The banchan was so colorful---you could just tell that everything was super freshly made. The kimchi was one of the best kimchi I've had in a long time. We both opted for different combos. I got the arkshell bibimbap + extra spicy mixed meat soondubu for $27.99. The food came out fast, piping out, and they were huge portions. BCD has NOTHING on Tofu Chon. read more

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I got this to go! I ordered a regular bibimbap. took 5-10 minutes once I ordered, was extremely fast on Sunday at noon time! was tasty and I'd order again there is a parking lot in front of the restaurant but it does fill up fast since it's near out of ordi and damo. read more

Pretty clean and modern Korean restaurant atmosphere with self ordering tablets at each table. We tried ark shell bi bimbap and soy sauce chicken. Very delicious and good service. read more

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It's my new go to place for tofu stew. The food was delicious and the service was quick and efficient. I like the clean, modern decor. Will be back for sure. read more

I saw that Tofu Chon had a location in Ontario and initially assumed it was a South Korean chain that made its way to Southern California. Turns out it is in fact an import from Ontario, just a popular restaurant that did well enough there to take a swing in Koreatown. I went for lunch a couple weeks ago with my friend Meghan M. and discovered it was in the same strip mall as my nail salon on 8th, with very limited parking at 1:00 on a Wednesday afternoon. I found a metered spot on 8th and forgot to go back to feed it when my time ran out. I considered myself lucky when I didn't get a ticket. The restaurant was clean, spacious, and casual, with tablets at each table in lieu of full waiter service. The human interaction we had was pleasant, but definitely a deemphasized part of the dining experience. We ordered a galbi soondubu combo and a bowl of naengmyun, and this made for a sizable, satisfying lunch. There was a decent banchan spread, with fishcake, bean sprout and spinach namul, and cabbage and cucumber kimchi, and raw egg to hatch into our soondubu. We went with the pork and kimchi for our soondubu, and it was delicious. I also enjoyed both our galbi and cold noodles. If you're on the lookout for quality soondubu, check out Tofu Chon. It's a quick, easy spot for a hot bowl of tofu, and you can get all kinds of other good Korean food, too. read more

Great Korean restaurant. Great food. Super kind service. My wife and I really enjoyed food and service, Thanks a lot!

One of the best soondubu out there!! Perfect thickness and flavor and depth all throughout. I got the kimchi pork at the max spicy. It could've been spicier but this quality is much better than BCD in my opinion. Bon chon was good and fresh. The galbi was incredible quality. The potstickers were also very nice and the sauce that came with it was to die for! Great service and open space! read more

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Everything was so good! The food was absolutely delicious, and we really enjoyed our experience. Great food, great service, and a wonderful time. Highly recommended! read more

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Everything was amazing! This place is located in a plaza in Ktown so if you can either find a spot there (if you're early enough) or street parking. We went early on a Monday day time so there was plenary of open seating. Everything had such great flavors and so fresh and fresh looking as well. We got the combo deals which were great and filling. The service was great as well. I will definitely be coming back here. read more

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They have a private parking lot which I believe is free during the day but valet at night. Being its ktown, it's nice to have the option to valet. You can also try to find street parking or metered 2 hr parking. We headed to the wiltern & we wanted to have a quick dinner within a 10 min walk. We walked in around 5:30 on a Friday evening and were seated right away. The restaurant was about 30% filled. You can order on the iPad at the table and everything comes out quickly. We opted fly the soon tofu which was good. The ban chans were good too. Everything was good, but I would say it's the best in ktown. But service was good, the space was new & conveniently located. I would go back if in the area, read more

I was craving soondubu so my bf and I found this place on Yelp and decided to go on a Wednesday night. Immediately, we were pleasantly surprised by the interior of the restaurant! It was super clean, spacious, and modern looking. We got the mixed tofu soup and mixed tofu soup + ark shell bibimbap combo. And omg, everything was so delicious and flavorful. From our first sip of soup to our first bite of bibimbap, and even the banchan were all rlly good!! The kimchi tasted especially fresh and there was plenty of protein in both of our dishes. Overall, we also really enjoyed the ambiance of the place and it honestly did elevate our dining experience. Def better than BCD (and other places I've tried so far) and no wait when we went either! We both highly recommend this place and look forward to dining here again! read more

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Casual, Fresh and Tasty! Efficient table ordering system. Will be going back often!!

It was a rare trip up to Ktown from OC and we were divided between kbbq and here. No regrets at all that we chose this place. Our family of 4 ordered Soon tofu galbi combos, mul nengmyun and spicy cold nengmyun. I'm leaving a review because EACH dish was soooo good! -My kids are picky with their soontofu but they both rated it 10/10. The broth had a subtle sweet kick. So uniquely good! -The mul nengmyun was a big portion that came in a refreshing slushy broth, perfect for a heatwave day like today. The broth was so clean and flavorful that I didn't feel like I needed to add the vinegar and hot mustard. -My husband's spicy cold nengmyun was so perfect too. The sauce looked really red but it wasn't spicy or bitter like other ones I've had. It had the perfect light spice. If it was at this restaurant, I would order it for myself next time. -each banchan dish was perfectly seasoned too. We devoured most of it up. The service was so friendly. Thank you for a great meal! We'll be back Tofu Chon! read more

10/10 dining and service experience! We stopped in for some comforting beef tofu soup, and I have to admit this is the best tofu soup in all of Southern California! It's markedly better with a thicker soup base and hearty tofu contents. We also tried the kalbi combo, which is smaller but the buttery meat melts in your mouth. The restaurant is clean, minimalistic, and you order from an iPad. They are generous with their korean side dishes, which you can tell are made fresh and in-house. read more

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Oh my goodness--this is the best Korean food I have ever eaten! The tofu soup and all the other dishes were absolutely superb. The bowl of vermicelli was simply divine, and you could tell from the very first sip that the broth had been simmered to perfection for hours. The kimchi dishes were also incredibly delicious. Compared to the prices in the Los Angeles area near UCLA, this place is incredibly affordable. Thank you for everything! read more

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Found this gem in Koreatown in Los Angeles on my recent trip down there. Seems to be a newly opened place, super clean and has a modern decor. We went in on a Friday afternoon and we were seated immediately. We got the khimchi tofu soup along with the beef tofu soup. Both dishes were extremely flavorful and the tofu was so fresh. I even overheard another patron asking if the tofu was made in house and if they sold it separately co of the high quality! The service was attentive and refilled our banchans without asking. All in all loved the experience here and recommend folks looking for good Korean food to give this a try! read more

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Let's face it, K-Town's dining & drinking institutions are a dying breed. Ever since Beverly Soon Tofu's exodus, a competent bowl of scalding hot Soondubu (silken tofu stew) can be quite a commodity. Aside from BCD, capable options are few and far in between. But wait, there's a new competitor in (K) town. ** Tofu Chon joins ##chat Enter Tofu Chon. A fast-casual tofu house out of Ontario CA which specializes in, you guessed it -- Soondubu. A new tofu house in K-town, you say? Say less, fam. Opted for the Galbi (bbq short ribs) & Seafood Soondubu (mild) combo tonight. The combo includes banchan (side dishes) & a bowl of rice (choice of white or purple). Banchan - Fresh & delicious. Thoroughly enjoyed every dish. Galbi - Served on a bed of sautéed onions. Each morsel was well-marinated, flavorful, & tender -- with just the right amount of chew. Seafood Soondubu - Aromatic, savory, & delicious -- with just the right amount of heat. Served bubbling hot with plenty of small shrimps & clams (opted for a raw egg on the side). The service was fast, friendly, and efficient. We were promptly seated by front of the house team. Each table comes equipped with a touchscreen tablet, which makes ordering a breeze. The menu is small, yet effective -- ranging from quintessentials like Bibimbap (mixed rice with meat & veg), Haemul Pajeon (seafood pancake), & Galbijjim (braised short rib) to Gejang (raw marinated crab). Parking can be a nightmare in dystopian K-town. But don't fret. The lot is strictly valet -- albeit at an affordable fee of $3.00. If you are craving for a serious bowl of Soondubu or too impatient to brave the lines at BCD, give Tofu Chon a shot. read more

Tofu Chon - Seafood Soondubu (with raw egg). - Soup Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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