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    Its Tofu

    4.7 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque, Soup
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Good for groups

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    Grace S.

    We have lived in Southern California for about two years now so I'm surprised that it took us so long to try this place out. As you can see in the picture provided food was in abundance... no notes 10 out of 10.

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    Ashley H.

    You know sometimes with highly rated up and coming Asian restaurants, I get a little skeptical of the authenticity of the dishes. Like for me, there's a prime difference in expectations with Din Tai Fung and Kei Concept restaurants vs your typical mom and pop business. Yet as someone who has had soondobu throughout the years, of all different variations, I can say that this one of my most favorites that I've tasted. And I could already tell from the moment I entered. Although the establishment looks modern, it has a traditional feel, with wooden tables, flat chopsticks, and the friendly but bustling Korean auntie waitresses who eagerly refilled the banchan at our table. The soondobu came out pipping high and I had to wait a little so I didn't burn my mouth. But with the first bites, I experienced a warm, comforting flavor with its deeply rich broth and silken tofu. Pair this meal with the marinated fish cake, fried fish, and japchae noodles and you have absolute perfection. I'll be returning soon for another meal~ (And yes that definitely beats BCD in terms of taste, cost, and wait time.)

    Candice K.

    Authentic Korean restaurant with a large menu of my favorite dishes including spicy raw crab and soon tofu! Their portion sizes are large, service is quick, and their food is delicious.

    Binny O.

    The food was delicious. My favorite was the beef ribs. Waitress was nice and attentive. Prices are very reasonable. We will definitely be back.

    Rick S.

    I came to try new item today (Jokbal salad) as well as get the fried yellow croaker and bibimbab. The Jokbal salad was refreshing and delicious, while I love the crunch and slight burned rice of the stone pot bibimbab. They were all so good! Staff were busy and attentive. The ambiance is casual and comfortable. Come early evening before the long line starts.

    Gina N.

    There was no wait and we were seated right away Monday evening. It did take a while for the food to come out though. I got the beef tofu soup and it was very savory. I like that they give you a lot of beef and tofu. I got mild which wasn't too spicy for me at all and still had a kick. The sides were also good. I liked the tteokbokki that came with the fish cakes. The staff was also very attentive and would ask if we needed anything.

    LA kalbi and pork tofu soup combo
    Chanson Z.

    Rating: 9/10 Third time trying It's Tofu this is officially my go-to now. Better than BCD. Banchan was all very fresh and well-prepared. The fried fish is great. Hot, crispy skin with flaky meat. LA galbi was solid, good flavor and portion. The pork tofu soup (ordered spicy) had a real kick. I usually go medium, but spicy was still enjoyable. Broth was rich and satisfying. Overall, super consistent across visits. Quality, fresh, and great service.

    Nicole T.

    Can't wait to come here again ! The fish was the super crispy, which is exactly how it should be. The galbi (short ribs) came out steaming hot and perfectly seasoned If you're looking for a solid Korean spot with great portions and quality, this is it!

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    Jeanna L.

    This place is called Its Tofu, but the braised cod fish dish is bussin!!! It must be an insider item because most tables were enjoying it. The sauce is savory, fish is flakey, radish is a nice touch.. this dish is way easy to eat. Great to share among 2-3 people. Bonus points for friendly service and clean establishment! Really enjoyed our experience.

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    Min Z.

    This is the spot for casual comfort Korean food with sundubu as the main dish and a variety of combination options to choose from. Highly recommend the stone pot bibimbap or the cold noodle. Best part is after multiple visits trying different dishes, the food is consistently delicious and staff always gives great service. The restaurant seating is limited and can get busy on weekend during meal times so best to get on Yelp waitlist on your way there

    Lizbeldy S.

    Beef kimchi soup was delicious! It got busy real quick. Restaurant looks nice and clean.

    Crab Miso
    Amanda H.

    I like It's Tofu better than BCD, haha. In my opinion, the best flavor is the Crab Miso soondubu. The inside is really clean, service is really fast, and the banchan selection is great and they come in generous portions. While it is a bit pricier than other places, it's worth it just for the Crab Miso.

    Pema D.

    The food was so delicious! My new go to place ! Everything tasted amazing and service was quick

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    11 months ago

    Love the ambiance and wait wasn't too long. Everyone is so friendly and the food is delicious!

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    1 year ago

    Everyone seems so nice! The service is really good, the food looks delicious, and I can't wait to go back!

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    1 year ago

    Great and fast service and lots of selections of tofu and meat dishes. First time here!

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    1 year ago

    Love this place. It is a place to go now in Irvine for korean food. There side dishes are all good.

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    9 months ago

    Good food! And the sundubu jjigae is the best with rice and the service is tea. The ambiance is tea as tea.

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    1 year ago

    Amazing food and ambience! The servers are a great help as well! I always appreciate having a great tofu soup spot near home.

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    1 year ago

    It's the Korean restaurant I usually go in Irvine. I like their short ribs and tofu soup combo. It's the best in town.

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    1 year ago

    Great food. Great service. Better than many other tofu places. We come here once a week.

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    1 year ago

    Really great and quick service. Food is great. Inside is nice as well. Will be coming again.

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    9 months ago

    Amazing place and friendly people! I would definitely come again with my friends next time.

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    9 months ago

    It smelt really good when I entered. And the food looks yummy! The ambiance is great! And the server is cool! Love!

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    9 months ago

    Super excited to get my tofu soup. I already smell the aroma of exquisite spices. Can't wait to come back!

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    1 year ago

    Great service ambience smells and waitress made sure I got the vegan broth with my order!

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    10 months ago

    Very good food! Service is fast and friendly. I love it here so much ! I always get soondoobu

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    Ask the Community - Its Tofu

    Hi, we have a group with varied diets. Could you list what you have that's vegetarian and what you have that's vegan? Can't tell from the menu (e.g. the vegetarian soup might still have meat broth).

    Our menu for vegetarian includes Vegetable Soft Tofu Stew and Tofu Bibimbap.

    What's in the dumplings? The menu doesn't say. Beef? Fish? Veggies?

    It has pork tofu egg leek and some veggie. Thanks

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    This is located in Irvine in the same plaza as H Mart…read more Plenty of parking spaces and open late. They have a QR Code to order online and they will bring the food at your table. We ordered beef noodle soup, shrimp wonton soup & chicken noodle soup. All soup are different, but flavorful. My favorite is the shrimp noodle soup. We also ordered beef wraps and scallion pancakes - it was crispy. Service is excellent - food came put really quickly after ordering.

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    3.8
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Outdoor seating
    Pet friendly

    Tang 190 has been an Irvine staple for years, and after a few visits, I can see why so many locals…read morekeep coming back. This isn't the place for trendy fusion dishes or flashy presentation; it's all about hearty Korean comfort food that feels especially satisfying on a cold day. My go-to Korean dishes are Yukgaejang and Bossam. The spicy beef soup is usually my benchmark for any Korean restaurant. Tang 190's version delivered everything I look for: a rich, deeply flavored broth with a satisfying level of spice and plenty of tender beef throughout. It's the kind of soup that keeps me coming back. This last visit, I finally got to try their pork and kimchi platter. The pork itself was tender and enjoyable, but I wasn't a fan of the cabbage. Instead of being lightly pickled with salt, it had been fermented to the point where it resembled white kimchi. I've actually never seen it made like this before. I definitely prefer the fresher, crisper flavor profile to pair with the pork and radish, so this preparation didn't quite work. Service was efficient, and the meal arrived quickly. On any other day, it's usually a 5 star visit, but the bossam preparation was a huge miss for me. While prices have crept up over the years, Tang 190 still does what it does best: serving comforting, no-frills Korean food that consistently hits the spot.

    I came in solo on a Tuesday afternoon and was seated right away…read more I was served my banchan, and love how my server continuously checked in on me to see if I needed more (he came around with a cart to do refills - genius!) I ordered the galbi tang and steamed dumplings, and my meal was delicious. The beef ribs were very tender, and they did not skimp out on the meat portions which can sometimes be an issue at other restaurants. I usually order a side of extra glass noodles, but I'm glad I didn't here because the noodle portion was also generous. The dumplings were juicy, and the dipping sauce complimented them perfectly. My favorite galbi tang spots are in Buena Park, but Tang 190 will definitely scratch the itch when I can't wait since I'm local to Irvine.

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    4.3
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    6.0 mi
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    If you haven't been here yet, You are missing out!!! I have been a regular here since they opened…read moreand I love the food! I have my regular dishes but I have pretty much tried a little of everything because I like to come with my girlfriends, work friends, and large date night groups. The ladies who serve us are so sweet, they always serve with a smile and go the extra mile when I bring new friends! I don't want to give my secrets away but the best time to go to Yoo's is right when they open or the off hours, so you can fully immerse yourself in the Korean food goodness!

    I'm a repeat customer at Yoo's Place waiting to eat lunch at and everyone gets seated with parties…read morebetween 2-6 at 12:23 pm on 06/12/2026. There is nobody else standing in line outside and the owner comes outside to tell me 2 times that I need to wait 30-40 minutes. I told her there is no waiting in front of me, and that it should be first come, first serve. She says no, you can only sit on tables for 1 person and it will be a 30-40 min wait for that. I said okay, but if there is no line and people are done eating with empty tables it should be fine, right? There is a waitlist, and that it should go in order. She said no, you can only get seated on tables for 1. Then she proceeded to say it's a 30-40 min wait again as if I didn't already know that for the second time. I told her i'd wait, but now i'm feeling bad and don't know if she even cares to earn my business. It's my 5th time coming here, and unfortunately this place was one of my favorite Korean restaurants and since I'm from out of town I make sure to visit each time I am in the OC. I'm not sure if I want to continue coming back here if service remains this way. It's embarrassing enough to come alone, it's even worse when you're called out in front of people inside of the restaurant while there are only 3 people waiting outside. When I got seated she didn't even give me a menu and asked me what I wanted. Lucky for her i'm Korean and was already a repeat customer from the early days so I was able to order right away-otherwise how could I order? God forbid I ask for any recommendations on the menu... 1 star well deserved for this. Congratulations this is the first time I rated a fellow Korean restaurant 1 star. There is a first time for everything I suppose.

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