3.5 rounded up. Was here mostly for the stinky tofu, everything else was a plus. Did like the homeliness of the meals, felt like real Taiwan dishes and flavors. The stinky tofu could be much stinkier but that didn't stop me from finishing it all. I found the prices to be reasonable. This is definitely a no frills, very casual dining choice. Would gently suggest that the single waiter be more attentive and proactive. We were not offered any water and there was absolutely zero checking in on us even as we were the only diners - he was watching a show or YT on his phone instead. read more

Why did this place close? The stinky tofu was incredible and no other place compared in the local area. Horrible news. read more

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This place is so good! I wish they had this back in AZ. It's definitely a hole in the wall type place but it's authentic. Service is quick and friendly and the food came out fast! Stinky Tofu: tastes like heaven! Love the smell and it was delicious Pork Intestine Wrap Sausage: this might've been my favorite: it's so juicy and delicious. You must try this Fried Pork Chop Rice: the kids loved the rice with minced meat! The fried pork chops were crispy and tasty! Spicy Wontons: so good!! We can't wait to come back again! read more

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There's really not enough Taiwanese restaurants in Irvine! Was having a serious lu ro fan craving so found Tofu King and was very satisfied with my experience. The lu ro fan is a pretty good portion for the price, was perfectly fatty with all the sauces dripping on top of the rice. Loved the tea egg and pickled veg addition, I'll come back for this dish! As for the other dishes, I ordered this sausage and sticky rice small dish, which I couldn't try because it had peanuts. It didn't have any mention of peanuts on the menu, so we told the waiter that but unfortunately he couldn't do much about it. It was okay though, the other sausage rice dish we ordered was pretty much a variation of the same ingredients and it was good. read more

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There really aren't that many Taiwanese restaurants here in Irvine so with the limited options, this place does offer good food to fill that craving! I definitely would recommend eating in store rather than take out as I find portions are slightly larger with sit in dining. I got the Fried chicken fillet rice and Baked boneless chicken thigh, which both had great flavor but were both on the saltier side. The proteins were not good on its own due to the saltiness, but pairs well with the rice. I also got a side of the Taiwanese sausage which came with garlic dip. It doesn't have the classic Taiwanese sausage taste you get from a good food stand or night market in Taiwan (not smokey enough) and the garlic dip can be a bit strong for some. read more

Tofu King - Fried Chicken Fillet酥炸雞排 - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Authentic Taiwanese flavors, homey atmosphere, and excellent service! I will absolutely come back here again. The restaurant is a classic local spot with a casual, homey feel and simple, traditional decor that makes you feel right at home. The stinky tofu was made perfectly with its sauce and pickles, the beef noodle soup was delicious with tender, flavorful beef, and the Taiwanese veggie with meat was awesome. Best of all, the service is highly attentive with no rude servers, and the food comes out super fast! read more

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從日本回來，朋友問我要吃什麼，我的答案都一樣，不是日本料理就好了，不過出門回來，最想念的還是我們的台灣小吃，台灣胃，到哪兒都不會改變的～ 台灣小吃， 羅蘭崗臭豆腐大王也是我常常會來光顧的地方，不管附近的商家怎麼變化，那麼多年了，他們永遠都是非常穩定的品質，臭豆腐就不用說啦，他家的頭牌，朋友說要吃切成小塊的那種， 炸起來更酥， 我則點了份米粉炒， 沒錯， 就是這個滋味，道地香噴噴的肉燥， 還點了香腸飯， 燙青菜，魷魚羹也來一碗， 突然像暴富一樣，沒在看價格就點一堆，反正ㄧ走進來， 聞到香味，肚子突然好餓歐，什麼都想吃，孝順的朋友滷肉控肉也各買一盒帶回家，說要給他爸媽，在家煮麵，燙青菜，淋上去就好了，也太方便了，最後順便提一下， 這次來發現，他們本來休星期三，現在人手夠，每天都有營業，所以想來吃道地台灣味的朋友， 想來就來，不用再擔心哪天沒開了！ read more

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Lowkey spot (I think?) in Irvine! Food was cheap and it tastes great to be honest. Popcorn chicken was really crispy and the minced meat cake that I got was super good. It was light and flavorful! Services were amazing! He was able to explain and recommended us some reallt great stuff. I would definitely come back read more

Tofu King - Fried Pork Chop Rice排骨飯 - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Came here for lunch with my non-Taiwanese friends -- it was their first time trying stinky tofu! The food was great, though we happened to visit on a warm day and the AC was broken. It would've been an even better experience if the room was cooler, but we don't mind coming back once it's fixed for a more comfortable visit. We ordered the stinky tofu (not as stinky as everyone expected!), braised pork rice, Taiwanese sausage, and pork chops -- my personal favorite. Everything was delicious! We wanted to try the oyster omelette too, but it wasn't available that day. Service was great -- the staff was friendly and attentive. The parking lot was quite full since the plaza was busy, so I'd recommend carpooling if you're coming with a larger group read more

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This is by far, the best stinky tofu I've ever had in California. Tofu King has been a personal favorite for many, many years and I'm so glad they take credit card now. I admit, I haven't been here in some time - but the food was just as I remembered. Deliciously Taiwanese. We went for lunch and it wasn't too crowded - service was fast and food portions were plentiful. Both coworker and I took some food to go, as we couldn't finish everything. I got the crispy chicken with rice and stinky tofu, he got the minced meat rice (lu rou fan) and a side dish of chicken. I will say, the stinky tofu tastes much better if you pair it with the vegetables AND sriracha. The flavor made me feel like I was back in Taiwan, if only for a little bit. Will def be back for more! read more

A bit disappointed because the signature stinky tofu wasn't really "stinky"...it was more just deep fried tofu. I haven't found any good stinky tofu places in OC yet...all pretty mild...still looking. The pork thick soup with rice noodle is ok. Needs a splash of black vinegar. Winter melon tea is super sweet so take a couple of sips and let the ice dissolve a bit to mellow out the sweetness. Staff is friendly. Just wish the stinky tofu had a bigger punch. read more

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Nice stinky tofu. Sorry to see it is closed. Luckily, the main restaurant in Rowland heights is still open. It takes more effort to visit there though. read more

Tofu King - Tofu King Irvine is closed. - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

Obsessed with their fried stinky tofu, will drive to Irvine specifically for that dish. Other dishes also authentic and tasty, with a decent portion size for the price. Wasn't too busy when we went and service was fast. read more

Tofu King - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

Tofu king is an authentic Taiwanese food place that for me is considered as a soul food place. Me and my friend loves the food here, some of our must order are: fried stinky tofu (soosooooo good), the minced pork rice with braised egg also a must order, I love the meat ball and their sauce as well, my friend loves the sticky rice with sausage and she always order this. There are quite abit of different selections but every time we come it's hard to make decisions coz we want everything and of course we always end up over order! This is a mom and pop store very down to earth and the server was very polite, but the whole entire time we only saw one server for the whole restaurant including serving all the tables and prepping for to go order, it was abit hard for us to flag him down. Probably abit more help would be better. Highly recommend! read more

Tofu King - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

Tried the mushroom sliced pork rice with egg (no onions) and some wonton soup to-go as well at a relatively decent price for the two dishes, however, the portion size is on the smaller side. Keep in mind we asked for no onions but the wonton soup didn't come with noodles, and had cilantro in it which was unfortunate. Not quite sure if there's another menu item with noodles. Nonetheless, both dishes still tasted great even though the egg was on the drier end and slightly on the greasier side but definitely would probably have to give other dishes a try. Location is in a busy plaza so sometimes parking may be tough to find, and since it's located near the corner with not a ton of space for parking, ended up finding some parking near the back side. If I get the chance to eat in, will have to see if the experience is any better than take out. read more

Tofu King - mushroom sliced pork rice with egg (no onions) - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

When I am in the mood for some Taiwanese food, this is where I would go to. The food is got good Taiwanese flavor from the pork stew rice to meatball to stinky tofu. Granted the stinky tofu cannot be as stinky as I remember in Taiwan but it satisfies the craving. I usually order take out and go shopping at 99 Ranch next door. The wait staff is friendly and attentive. Totally forgot to take pictures of my order when I got home. read more

usually not a big fan of stinky tofu but this time i paired it with the pickled veggies and it wasn't bad! it was almost empty when we went at 7pm. super quiet and peaceful. service was fine! sometimes its nice when a restaurant isnt so crowded. I would love to try their lu rou fan next time, its one of my favorite taiwanese dishes :) squid thick soup w/ rice noodle: 7/10 taiwan style dry rice noodle: 7/10 boiled A vegetable: 8/10 stinky tofu: 7/10 read more

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This might be one of the most authentic Taiwanese restaurants that I found in Southern California. it has a humble interior and all the customers and staff spoke in Mandarin. The menu items include authentic Taiwanese foods that I rarely see elsewhere in the United States. I strongly recommend the braised pork rice and really enjoyed the mala stinky tofu. The meat was flavorful and tender, the pickles were nicely seasoned without being overly sour. And the braised egg was seasoned extremely well without being too salty. The stinky tofu was fragrant and soft. I do prefer stinky tofu with a stronger flavor, but this one was still very delicious. The soup on the other hand was really tasty was a nice sour peppercorn and pickle flavor with a great kick to it. Upon walking into the restaurant to get a strong smell of stinky tofu which proves it's authenticity. While for some, this is an acquired taste, for me, It brought me back home. Overall, if you're looking for a truly authentic Taiwanese restaurant experience at a reasonable price point I highly recommend tofu king. Truly authentic Taiwanese food is hard to come by in the US and as it is often times opened by non-Taiwanese people who modified the taste and include menu items that you wouldn't see in Taiwan. read more

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Tofu King is the place to go for Taiwanese beef noodle soup in Irvine. I've been here twice over the past month and left very impressed both times. The broth is definitely the standout. The soup is so flavorful and delicious. The beef quality is also excellent, and the noodles do not disappoint. While the restaurant can get really busy and service is spotty, I would say Tofu King is well worth the wait. read more

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Loved the pork and mushroom rice. It's the ultimate comfort food. Place was next to one of my favorite boba shops, so we checked it out. Food came out fast and hot and had lots of flavor. read more

Tofu King - Mushroom pork with rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

Come here for the pork over rice. It is one of the best places to get it. One of the most authentic Taiwanese places in SoCal read more

Tofu King - Braised pork rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

Very sad that they closed. So many great mom and pop Taiwanese shops have left Irvine (RIP I-Tea). This was one of the only places where I could get minced pork rice made with diced pork belly, along with other authentic snacks. Hope they find a new location in Irvine or Tustin soon. read more

Came here for dinner -- it's a large complex with plenty of food spots around. The place itself is simple and no-frills. Not many chicken options on the menu, but I ordered the pancake and the fried chicken with rice and veggies. Both were good and satisfying. Service was quick, and the staff were very friendly, young, and enthusiastic. Plenty of free parking available, which is a big plus. read more

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Simple type Taiwanese food. Not too exciting. Not crazy about tofu. Will try other type of Chinese dishes read more

Tofu King - Beef noodle soup - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Very good stinky tofu with picked cabbage, the smell is authentic and tastes delightful! I also had the Taiwanese pork chop over rice, the rice came with the authentic minced pork and sauce, I, who do not eat a lot of rice almost finished the rice, and the side veggie was good too! The pork chop tasted fine, but could be fried a little more. What I like to comment is the service of the young waiter, he was so friendly, courteous and professional, his smile was very welcoming. He gets a five star! read more

If you're craving authentic Taiwanese flavors, this is the spot to check out! It's definitely a casual joint, perfect for a laid-back meal. Fair warning: when you walk in, there's a strong stinky tofu smell that might be a bit much at first, but I got used to it eventually. We visited during lunch hours, and it got pretty busy. It seemed like they were a bit understaffed since there was only one person working, but the food still came out quickly. We tried the mushroom sliced pork rice, and it was hands down my favorite! The pork was perfectly fatty and packed with flavor. The sauce soaked into the rice, making every bite delicious. The marinated egg was also a nice touch, and I loved the pickled veggies that came with it. We also ordered the fried chicken fillet rice. While I wish the chicken was fried a tad crispier, the flavor was still spot on. It came with a generous portion of minced pork rice, corn, and veggies--all for just $12.99, which felt like a great deal. The only thing that didn't quite hit the mark for me were the spicy wontons. The sauce had a bit of a peanuty flavor that I wasn't expecting, and I felt like they could've used more filling. I'll probably skip those next time. One thing to note: they only had fans running, and we went on a hot day, so it did get a bit warm inside. Despite that, I'll definitely be coming back to try more of their dishes! read more

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We recently just came back from a Taiwan and was craving stinky tofu. Boy, this hit the spot. The fried tofu was tasty and came with side of kimchi. A perfect combination. We will be back. read more

Love the Taiwanese food here. Especially the fried stinky tofu and the chicken steak rice. It's getting rarer to find places like this. I hope they stay for the long term and invest in updating their interior. read more

Disclaimer: I've never had stinky tofu before so I can't give a defenitive rating on it. If you're adventurous and want to try a true delicacy, then stinky tofu might be the next food you try. This was my first time trying stinky tofu all because my friend decided today was the day to do so. Tofu King is known for their stinky tofu, but also serve other Taiwanese rice and noodle dishes that complement the delicacy. I already had expectations of what to be prepared for, but walking into the restaurant my sense of smell was assaulted like walking into a wall of fermentation. You quickly get adjusted to the smell after a few minutes, but be warned your clothes will reek. To be completely honest, the stinky tofu wasn't for me. The tofu itself doesn't smell as bad as the air you're breathing. The taste is definitely acquired, there is a strong strong fermented taste with every chew. I also ordered the fried chicken fillet with rice so at least I'd have some rice to eat with the tofu. It was good, the chicken was flavorful but I wish the corn had some more seasoning or flavor to it. Service is fast as well, so it's a pretty quick in and out. read more

Tofu King - Fried Chicken Fillet Rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Love love love fried stinky tofu with the pickled cabbage and hot sauce! Yummmm taste of Taiwan! Be sure to ask for extra sauce (the brown sauce that comes with the tofu) so you soak the flavor in before taking a bite. WARNING: if you're not used to stinky tofu, just be prepared because some people say it smells like really stinky feet But trust me, stinky tofu is supposed to be stinkier than this... This restaurant toned it down here because we're not in Taiwan So if you want the real thing, stop by a night market in Taiwan and you can eat this all night long. I love the Taiwanese sausage too, ask for extra garlic. Also I always get the beef noodle soup, and Rou Yuan (the meatball thing). Occasionally I get the squid noodle soup and the intestine wrapped sausage. I think the menu is pretty small. I really would like oyster pancakes and especially oily rice added. Oily rice would bring back so many memories of Taiwan for me. And Taiwanese rice dumplings would be amazing too (southern TW style). I love the food here but it would be great to have more variety so I can eat different things each time I come. Would love to come everyday! read more

Place is small and only has a few tables, food is average. We ordered minced pork rice, and it comes with marinated egg. Although the rice is flavorful but the egg is not marinated enough, taste kinda bland. The minced pork tastes average but the price is pretty affordable, $8 ish for a minced pork rice bowl. Service is fast, food comes out 5-10 minutes after ordering. Menu is mostly light eat ( dumpling, scallion pancakes, noodle ). Lunch time might be a little difficult to find parking since it is right across 99 ranch and other restaurants. Tip: They charge $1 more if you paid with card so bring cash read more

Tofu King - Minced pork rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

If I can give them -10 stars. I would! We ordered: stinky tofu, spicy wonton, fry pork rice, stew mix. NOTHING is right! We have one bite of each dishes, and can't bare the horrible food quality and test. So we paid and left after 1 bite of food. And they don't even care to ask for feedback. Meat quality is not acceptable. Spicy won't has gross smell. Stinky tofu, the skin is thick and hard, you can tell it's not fresh. I would highly NOT recommend this place! So your dinning time won't be ruined!! read more

Small little Taiwanese restaurant with your go-to Taiwanese foods. Their menu has images of certain dishes in it so you know what to expect. We had a large party and the lady working the front was very accommodating. We ordered a good mix of appetizers (stinky tofu both versions, beef rolls, onion pancake, and cold appetizer plate). For entrée I ordered a Dandan noodle for myself. Appetizers were nice. The beef roll, for me, was only average. It didn't have enough of the sweet sauce that I typically enjoy in beef rolls. I'd say this one was more of the savory/salty side. I'm not a huge fan of stinky tofu but I can eat it. The stinky tofu was pretty good - we got both the more soupy version and the fried version. I enjoyed the fried one more because of the crispiness and the sauce with pickled veggies. Dandan noodle was decent - pretty nutty but wasn't really spicy. The peanut flavor was very strong and the portion was good that I ended up with leftovers to take home. Overall I like this place. I'd go here again if my friends want to visit here but for me, it wasn't like a "must have" type of place. But still really good for cozy Taiwanese food! read more

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I want to to give a big shoutout to their delicious fried pork chop (a' la carte order $8.99 not the pork chop rice). Huge portion for two meals easy. It's marinated and grilled to perfection, and it's not fatty at all (unlike, say, a lot of the Cantonese salt and pepper pork chops.) Absolutely scrumptious. 5 Stars. Their fried stinky tofu is good, too, but the Rowland Heights location is still the best. read more

Tofu King - Half-eaten pork chop lol, So good - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

wow so lit taiwanese food. be aware: the whole place smells a lot like stinky tofu but that also means it's authentic af! affordable prices and portions just right for you to try a lot of diff dishes or just be full from one dish. one main lady working outside and she tries her best to be helpful! i wish they had pork floss m, mayhaps it has to be a BYOP(ork)F(loss). fav dish was the stinky tofu read more

Tofu King - Taiwanese Near Me - Irvine, California

Authentic Taiwanese restaurant (prolly the LAST one) owned and operated by Taiwanese people. Ground pork rice is the best dish and I liked their fried pork chop as well as simmered pork feet too. Add a bowl of squid soup or a side of broiled veggies and this will make a complete Taiwanese meal. read more

TLDR: 3/5 for price/quantity and cleanliness; if those two are addressed, 5/5! This place sells authentic Taiwanese street food, from braised pork rice to stinky tofu. The food tastes pretty good, but it's quite expensive for the quantity they give you. In addition, there was a hair on the beef wrap was a bit off putting. The service members are kind, but it's fairly minimal. The setting is more of a "eat it now and go" and less of a sit-down and enjoy yourself kind of vibe. read more

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This is the place to go if you like stinky tofu or minced pork rice! I've been here a few times now, and always have a good experience. While I've never dined in, the to-go food always comes hot and fresh. The prices are also great for the portions you get. Make sure you bring cash! read more

Solid Taiwanese, and the only place that does minced pork rice the "right" way. Like it is diced and stewed, not just ground pork. Everything else I've had I here is solid too, but that reason alone will keep me coming back here. Shoutout to the Irvine sub on Reddit for pointing me here! read more

Very good taiwanese food, authentic and tasty! The service is better than before. .