The food was really good, the assorted kimchi tofu soup was perfectly salty and sour. The side dishes were really good especially the quail eggs and tteokbokki. The portions were very generous, would come here again! read more

Very delicious very uffff. Great service, pretty friendly staff. We got the la galbi and kibimbap. Super good, sides were great also

Happy 100th Yelp Review! This place was amazing! The food was absolutely delicious, presented in a high quality manner, with quick service. Definitely a cute little hidden gem in this plaza. Fantastic value for the variety, savory flavors and so many options. My favorite was definitely the original tofu with beef, mild spice. Perfect amount of spice for an extravagant level of flavor. Would recommend ! 5/5!! read more

The tofu was delivered piping hot! The "9 dishes" for its namesake consisted of 2 small appetizers (salad and cream of mushroom soup) and 7 banchans. The 2 appetizers are served in portion size the same as the banchan plates. The banchan are refillable by request, we had no issues or denials during our in-store dining. The soft drinks were plentiful in options! Aside from actual soda, there were milkis and barley tea and other selections. The cans are displayed at the cashier in a "glass" display. The server John described the spicy levels to flavor packets of Jin and buldak ramen, which was pretty creative and accurate! He did come by after observing us sipping it to ensure the spice level is what we "think it is", and it was! The store is a sleeper per our May visit: I don't think people are aware it's here as it's still pretty new. We would visit again! Warning: depending on your timing, please be patient with the kitchen! We arrived after a party of 6 ordered. We suspect they're trying their best to cook everything in a timely manner: within 10 minutes of the large party was served, our tofus came right after! Pricing: For $19.99 of unlimited banchan and lack of Korean tofu options in the immediate Tustin area, we think the pricing is tolerable. (As in, no other tofu places to compete and drive down the pricing.) It can never be as "fast" compared to BCD Irvine as it's a much smaller store and therefore not as many stoves cooking tofu. Also, BCD has the "volume" to offset costs for the small croaker and raw egg. 9 Dish DOES have croaker/fish on the menu, but as "combo" with the tofu. The fish is MUCH BIGGER than what BCD gives you - we did not order but saw a table next to is that did. Will try this next visit! We think the 9 Dish tofu is the same flavor profile and umami as BCD. For the convenience alone (actual Tustin), we will visit again. (Versus driving 15+ minutes to Irvine.) read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Dumpling Tofu - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

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this place services are so good!!! Also it's so fancy says my 8 year old. but for real, high quality food in a casual, yet elevated ambiance. great service too. read more

We came just after opening on a Sunday and it was full! We used Yelp waitlist. Only two staff front of house so they were quite busy taking orders, brining banchan, bussing plates and cleaning tables. We started with some creamy mushroom soup and small salad. Before the entree we got eight banchan dishes, with egg upon request. Refills if you want more. The tofu soup was hot and filling. We god mild but we should have ordered one level higher since we didn't quite taste the heat! The Bimbimbap had a nice crispy rice, with gochujang hot sauce upon request. Plenty of parking in the strip mall. read more

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We came to this place since we've never heard of it. The parking here was easy as it's in a big strip mall. Luckily, we got there at a good time because there was no wait and we were able to get seated as soon as we got there. The place is clean and service was very good. I opted for the mild beef soondubu. I was pleasantly surprised with the mushroom soup and salad, that was a nice touch. I probably could have had another cup of the soup but I didn't want to get too full because I knew that the banchan (side dishes) were refillable too. They had marinated quail eggs, apple salad, kimchi, ddukboki, kimchi jeon, soy bean sprouts, and more. Everything tasted so fresh and it was very delicious. The soondubu itself was spot on, normally when I eat at these tofu joints, I have a lot of soup leftover but I barely had any this time around. I would for sure come back, I would love to try their kalbi or bulgogi next time. read more

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This is a solid Korean restaurant! No wait during lunch time. Staff were very friendly and offered recommendations which were helpful. Ordered the spicy soft shell crab and LA galbi combinations with the seafood soups. Each combo came with cream of mushroom soup, salad, and their own bonchon which was refillable. The soft shell crab ahd a nice kick to it while being soft and juicy. The galbi was pretty standard with what I've tried before. Overall solid food! Clean bathrooms and tables. Def will come back! read more

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My new favorite Korean restaurant in Tustin/Irvine area! Got the yellow croaker (regular size) combo and the Atka mackerel combo. Every meal starts with cream of mushroom soup and mini salad. Then a tray with Banchan sides and rice are presented beautifully to each diner before they bring out the tofu soup and/or main entree. Everything was delicious! The Banchan sides are refillable... the kind staff will stop by to pick up the empty little dishes and bring them back filled. The tofu soup is more "concentrated" than BCD's soup. Seems like there's less broth served, but each spoonful of soup has more flavor punch. Love the peaceful, calm interior. Staff are all friendly and welcoming. Definitely will return often!! read more

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We came and got the galbi and mixed tofu soup. The entrees were great but the side dishes (banchan) were gourmet and delicious! The banchan can be refilled! Some non-typical banchan include marinated quail egg, and their potato salad is on another elevated level, full of crunchy apple. They also have a flash fried sweet and sour mushroom side dish (not my personal fave but appreciate the novelty!) Banchan come with your meal, fyi Service was friendly and accommodating. This is a smaller restaurant and I can see there being quite a crowd. This is probably best for groups of 4 or less due to the restaurant size. read more

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The food is amazing and the service is outstanding! We came on a Sunday around 4:30pm and the restaurant was half full. For 5 adults and 2 kids, we ordered: Bibimbap Combo with the small tofu soup LA Galbi Combo with the small tofu soup Spicy Raw Crab Assorted Tofu Soup - regular size Each combo comes with a small mushroom soup and salad appetizer, rice (sans the bibimbap because that's a rice dish), and banchan, which you can ask for more of. My mom loooooved her bibimbap and the LA Galbi was the kid's favorite. They had such a great time making little seaweed paper + rice + Galbi bites. I didn't get to try the tofu soup because I ordered the spicy raw crab and was obsessed!!! They provided gloves so I also wouldn't get my hands dirty. Even though there isn't a kids menu, the staff is ultra accommodating to children and this is something I really value when eating at a restaurant. It's harder than it looks but when the kids feel welcomed and comfortable, I get to also really enjoy my meal. I selfishly don't want to write this review because I don't want there to be a wait to eat here, but I also want this place to stay forever so I can keep coming back. I highly recommend it! read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Spicy Marinated Raw Crab, so good!!!! LA Galbi (small) combo with small tofu also depicted - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

Despite the numerous tofu shops popping up around OC, this one especially stood out to me! First noticeable point was the beautiful presentation, it really felt intentional and all the ingredients seemed of high quality. Some of these side dishes were unique and I haven't seen this done at other restaurants which I loved! The side dishes were delicious and the variety was most appreciated. What set this apart from other spots was their tofu soup and I find that typically the spice in the tofu soups kind of takes away the actual flavor but this restaurant balances everything well. Service was personable and prompt, the servers really took the time to accommodate each and every customer. Would come back here again soon to try their other dishes. read more

9 Dish Tofu House - beef tofu soup - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

New sundubu place in Tustin! It has a great atmosphere and I loved that it's pretty chill and quiet. What stood out the most was all the side dishes you probably won't see at other tofu places! You get a lot of variety and they're small but you can get refills. The soup was flavorful and the seafood and beef came with crab inside. It was so hearty and warming, it was a bit hard to find the beef since they're really small pieces. Pretty pricey unfortunately at $19-$20 per soup, but with all the amazing side dishes it's a must try read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Seafood and beef - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

I was craving some soup and 9 Dish Tofu House came up in my Yelp search so I decided to give it a try. I ordered a Plain Dumpling Tofu soup since I was trying to avoid spice and I needed a nice hot recovery meal. This soup hit the spot. I've only ever eaten mild-very spicy soondubus and the plain (non spicy) option I ordered today was still so flavorful and delicious. My fav part of the meal was all the unique banchan options. I loved the quail egg, rice and fish cake, apple, and the pancake side especially, although all the sides were delicious. The takeout packaging is also next level. Everything looked prepared with care and tasted amazing. I will definitely be coming back to try the spicy tofu soup next time! read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Plain dumpling tofu soup and banchan - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

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You know it's good when you see ahjummas eating here!! Very authentic and cozy korean spot! The side dishes are different from other larger korean restaurants. I am definitely coming back to try the galbi next time. The food takes a while to come out but I'm willing to wait for good food. Service is great, the owner is very attentive! I recommend coming earlier right when they open to avoid wait times. read more

9 Dish Tofu House - yellow croaker - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

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Super delicious! My boyfriend and I were actually attracted by the presentation of all of the food that I saw on Yelp. The actual inside is smaller than I thought, but it filled up quickly after we got there right after opening. We were greeted immediately & sat down with menus (must be pricy with the ink!). After ordering two combo sets, one hot stone bibimbap & galbi with original medium beef soups, we got two appetizers of a salad and mushroom soup. I loved the soup! It was quite yummy and salad was a good starter. I imagine they could even sell the soup on the side for kids. It's rare that a restaurant gives out free starters these days. The main dishes were amazing! Love the presentation, it was sleek and organized and just the right size. Having a variety of side dishes will always be a plus for Korean restaurants. It did take just a bit of time, but that's expected for a restaurant that just opened. The soup is salty and had a lot more beef than I expected. The galbi is a generous serving size, maybe just a bit too many onions on the bottom. Love love loved the bibimbap, this was the first one in a while that I could actually taste the individual flavors of the vegetables and be yummy. I thought the side dishes would be the star but I thought in terms of taste they were pretty standard. I love chive pancakes, but them being cold made them taste a bit oily. The quail eggs are unique, I think they might be canned though? I would say the variety and main dishes are what makes this place great. Also the service is pretty amazing and more attentive than other spots. Definitely my new to go around that area. read more

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The food was absolutely amazing! The servers were so attentive from the moment I walked in until I was done, they never made me feel uncomfortable when I asked questions. The ambiance was very relaxing; their decor isn't overpowering, and it's very welcoming. read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Side dishes - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

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I've been craving sundubu and unfortunately I haven't found a place in San Diego that I really like. I can't even tell you the last time I had sundubu. So when my husband and I went to Orange County one weekend, I decided to take advantage of the Asian food here...because even though San Diego has better Mexican food to OC, Orange County's Asian food is better compared to SD (no comparison to LA, but I digress). We got here at an odd hour (3:30pm) and we were immediately greeted and seated. I got the seafood sundubu and my husband got the beef sundubu. Our first course was a small salad and mushroom soup, the latter of which tasted amazing. My husband who isn't a huge fan of mushroom loved it. When our sundubu came we got our own banchan which I loved!!! I really liked the kimchi pancake and quail eggs. The sundubu was excellent, too. Our waitress was really nice and friendly and offered to get us more banchan; unfortunately we had a huge breakfast that day, but I think if we weren't so full we would've gotten a couple more banchan dishes. This place is in a large shopping center, but parking is plentiful and not difficult. If we were local, we would definitely come here regularly. I hope they continue to do well because we will gladly come here again the next time we are in the area! read more

Absolutely hidden gem. I don't leave reviews often but I was quite impressed by the quality and attentiveness of the staff. The banchans are prepared for each person and not shared, which was a really nice touch, and the pancake was perfectly to my liking because all the leek was chopped finely into tiny pieces and not huge like other korean places (if you know you know). The mushroom cream soup was so good I had to get it three times. If i'm being honest I liked the banchan more than the tofu soup itself but that's okay!! I'll come back for sure! read more

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This place is so underrated! We were seated quickly on a Saturday night. Food was delicious. We ordered the Galbi combo which came with soup and the Hot Stone Bibimbap. There was an abundance of food that followed after. I didn't expect complementary appetizers of mushroom soup and salad which were absolutely delicious! The banchan sides were also very unique - sweetened mushroom, quail egg, even the potato fruit salad had a different flavor compared to other Korean restaurants. Everyone also gets their own set so there's plenty to go around and they even asked if we wanted refills. I love how they set themselves apart from other establishments. Pricing was also very affordable for the amount of food provided and interior was clean. read more

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Jason helped serve. He was so kind! Loved mushroom soup, he was able to even get me 2. We'll definitely be back. It was clean, quick, and sooo good. read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

I came back again to try other dishes. The beef soft tofu was outstanding - deep flavor and moist, high quality beef. The yellow croaker was also crispy and perfectly fried. Biblibab came in a stone bowl which made the rice super crispy. John was our server; he was extremely nice and attentive. The ambiance is bright, airy and clean. Plenty of parking spots available. Come early as there were a long line after 5:30 pm. read more

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Fridays or weekends evenings, you will have to get there and then RSVP right there. Small dining area with say about 10 tables. Not recommended for big groups to dine. read more

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9 Dish Tofu House just opened a month ago and it is already an absolute gem. You can tell immediately that it's family-owned--the service is incredibly welcoming and the whole place has a warm, "hole-in-the-wall" feel that the big chains just can't replicate. I tried the original tofu soup with beef and it is the real deal: silky, flavorful, and served bubbling hot on a stone bowl. Like the name suggests, the banchan (side dishes) were spectacular as well. The restaurant is named 9 Dish because each meal comes with 9 side dishes including a mushroom soup and salad to start. Everything tasted fresh and homemade, not like it came out of a bulk container like many other Korean restaurants you go to. It's still early days for them, but the quality is top-tier. If you're in the area and want authentic Korean comfort food while supporting a local business, this is the spot. The decor is nice and the inside is super modern and clean. The owner who also works as the waiter is so friendly and just a genuine kind guy. I'll definitely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu! read more

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As our group was eating, we were already planning to come back. 9 dish tofu house just opened, and it did not disappoint. I hope the quality and service stays up to what we experienced because it was so nice. I'm not sure if there are any reservations, but I imagine it'll get packed quickly if you don't arrive early or on the weekends. Our server (and maybe manager or owner??) was very kind. We had our 2 year old, and he was engaging with her. He even gave her an extra soup since she didn't order an extra of her own. Throughout the meal, there were a few touch points but nothing aggressive or did we ever felt rushed to go. The presentation - 10/10. I really appreciated the individualized plates for the bonchon, which was still unlimited! Some items I've never seen before and others were a variation of something I've had before. The entrees were good. I especially liked the crispiness of the fish. The tofu soup was good. The only thing I'll add is the onion pieces were sort of big but not a big deal. We'd come back here again for sure! read more

What a wonderful new addition to the city of Tustin! So pleased to have another sundubu option in the area. The restaurant is small but aesthetically modern and clean. This modern and clean look extended to the table settings and banchan presentation. I found the prices to be pretty reasonable and in line with other tofu restaurants in the area. I got the seafood tofu and spicy crab combo (small). I can't tell you how happy I was to discover that they had yangnyeom-gejang! Not many places have it, especially around here. I loved all the banchan options (which are refillable) and the sundubu was solid. Mild was truly mild so if you actually want a hint of spice go with medium or spicier. I do wish there was a little more seafood but flavor was good. All the employees were so nice and attentive. I can't wait to come back and try the mackerel! read more

This restaurant really impressed me, from the clean and modern decor, friendliness of the staff and the quality of the food. I ordered the beef tofu with mild spiciness. It came with 9 individual side dishes that were freshly made and tasted great. I forgot to take a photo of the mushroom soup and cold salad but I thought they were great sides to start the meal (and just the right serving size, too). The beef tofu was really flavorful due to the inclusion of vegetables. It really elevated the flavor even though there was not as much tofu and beef that I am accustomed to from other tofu houses. Tofu was very silken as expected. I was full at the end of my meal and in a good way. For a different tofu experience, I would highly recommend this place. read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Beef tofu - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

Solid new additional to the area, a cozy little shop with some booths on the side and plenty of seating available. There is indeed 9 side dishes, starting off strong with a tiny bit of cream soup and a salad, then the entree and the rest of the side dishes come out after. The side dishes come in these small little bowls. The raw crabs and medium spicy beef tofu soup were both pretty decent, a bit of spice but not too spicy. We got a refill of the fish cakes and the apple slices side dish. Overall, food came out relatively quickly after ordering and the servers were polite and nice. It did take a minute to get their attention for the check at the end, but otherwise still decent service overall, also wished for more fish cakes refills! Place is definitely yummy and worth adding to the list to check out especially if you're craving a bit more authentic tofu soup. read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Raw Crabs Medium Spicy Beef Tofu Soup - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

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Food service is quick and staff are on top of keeping your appetizers and drink full. Absolutely delicious tofu soup and great galbi here. Have to go back soon. Restaurant is sandwiched in between a lot of great eats in this downtown Tustin area. read more

Today for the first time i went there with my mom and we ABSOLUTELY LOOOOVE this place, the staff are sooo friendly and the service is excellent and its super clean. The food is sooo good and the quality is EXCELLENT. I cant wait to go there again. read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

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Just tried to place for the first time. Omg it was amazing. Best banchan in OC! Staff is very friendly. Food came out fast. Free refills on banchan. Highly recommend! read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Spicy raw crab and tofu combo - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

Chefs kiss. This place is genuinely so perfect. You like bcd? You like kaju? Any other soondubu place? This place is better 10000% The service is so attentive, we had a table full of allergies and they were very careful to make sure nothing got mixed in. Also the food. So. So good... 100% worth the price and then some. Will be going back often!! read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Dumpling soondubu mild - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

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I found this gem last night on this app, and I was very satisfied with the dishes and especially the service. staff was friendly and consistently checked in even during busy times. this place is unique compared to other tofu spots I've tried because they provide individual sets of side dishes, and after coming in for dinner 2 nights in a row, it seems like they have a wide variety of sides that are complimentary to the main dishes. I asked for a side they had available the night before, and the server was nice enough to bring me one. we ordered hot stone bibimbap (highly recommend), kalbi, beef tofu soup, ham and cheese soup, and assorted soup. my favorites are the bibimbap and beef tofu soup, but all the other dishes are 10/10. none of the dishes were too salty, and the portion sizes are perfect for sharing. both nights i went on a fri/sat and the wait was ~30 min each, but I expect this to be longer as the place gets more exposure. definitely a new go-to spot in this area ! read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

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Please come support this new restaurant! My bf and I stumbled across by chance and omg best experience. Everything was made with care and the owner was just so so so sweet that I want to help in some way! The atka mackerel took me by surprise! Better than the one I had in Japan. 100/10 juicy, tender, crispy, and the flavor was immaculate. Everything was nicely seasoned. 10/10 The side dishes are unique compared to other restaurants and was so good I ate every one of them. Tofu soup had a great amount of beef with veggies. I just loved it ! They even gave out appetizers and that mushroom chowder was delicious. read more

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Since this is 9 Dish Tofu House, the side dishes were the first thing that caught my attention. They were incredibly fresh and clean, and you could really tell that a lot of care and attention went into each one. Of course, they all tasted great as well. In the dining area, who seemed to be the owner personally greeted the guests, and he was extremely kind and welcoming. As you can see from the photo, the tofu stew was absolutely delicious. Surprisingly, it didn't leave me feeling overly thirsty afterward, which makes me think they don't rely heavily on seasoning compared to other places. Out of everything we ordered today, the spicy pork bulgogi was by far the best. The portion was generous (pictured is small size), and both the quality of the meat and the seasoning were perfect. It also had a nice smoky flavor, which made it even more enjoyable. Honestly, it's the best spicy pork bulgogi I've had in a long time. The galbi was also very tasty. Compared to other places, it had a slight hint of ginger, which might be a matter of personal preference, but we really enjoyed it. To be honest, this was the best soft tofu restaurant I've been to recently in many ways. read more

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Terrific soon tofu and main courses!!! Fresh, well-prepared, with high respect for the ingredients! We'll be back! read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Soon tofu, mackerel, LA galbi - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

This spot just moved to the top of my Korean restaurant list. The banchan was fresh, flavorful, and unlimited, with that comforting home cooked feel. I had the LA Galbi combo with beef tofu soup, and both delivered. The meat was tender and well seasoned, and the soup was soothing and rich, truly tasting like a homemade meal. My wife loved the hot stone bibimbap, especially the crispy rice. Service was warm and attentive, the presentation was on point, and the space felt clean, cozy, and inviting. Great service, amazing food, and an experience that delivers. Definitely coming back! read more

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We came here for the first time. We have been to many tofu places, but we had never been to this one before. We ordered the gabi and tofu soup. They were absolutely perfect. Trust me! The food presentation looks like something you would find in France . it is beautifully done. The server was very well-mannered and friendly. The small place is a good size and nicely designed. We will definitely come again! read more

9 Dish Tofu House - Gabi and tofu kimchi - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

John's service was incredible. John is really nice and very attentive. My fiance and I shared the short rib and spicy pork bulgogi but we scarfed it down before u could take a photo. We will be coming back because the service, the cleanliness and the food. Shoutout to the little appetizer soup and salad. They were great!!! read more

9 Dish Tofu House - The apps that come out. My fiancé loved it all. - Korean Near Me - Tustin, California

Such a cute, small tofu spot with well-thought-out side dishes. Everything was really good, and the presentation felt a little more elevated than the typical chain tofu places in the area. They brought out a side salad and mushroom soup to start, which was a nice touch. Service was friendly and attentive. Even without a kids menu, they made sure the kids were taken care of with their own rice and even added seaweed packs, which I appreciated. Food did take a bit longer to come out, but it tasted fresh and worth the wait. Overall, a great first visit--so nice to have a spot like this closer to home. I'll definitely be back! read more

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