This place is very centrally located on "the ave", walking distance from UW campus. I've definitely eaten here before (at least a couple of years ago) but I totally forgot to review this place back then - what a mistake on my part. The missus and I walked in on a non-descript Sunday afternoon for dinner in March 2026 this time, without a reservation, since she was craving jjajangmian. She also ordered a galbi. I ordered the beef soondubu combo with pork bulgogi because y'all know I love my (medium) spicy pork and soup! The service was very courteous and decently fast. It wasn't "busy" but I'd say just over half of the tables had people at them. The ambiance wasn't a Korean soundtrack, but more lo-fi English soft rock? (hard to describe, it wasn't "rock" but it wasn't loud either) at one point I heard Gorillaz - DARE, so take that for what you will. The six appetizers were all decent. I wouldn't say it stood out but they came quickly after we'd ordered. We devoured it since we'd walked around a bunch before deciding to stop in here. The jjajangmian had way too little sauce - it tasted dry. The soft tofu soup was perfectly soft with a tinge of spice, nice. The pork bulgogi was actually tender and not overcooked, cool. Purple rice was... Rice. No notes. The meat quality for the galbi was not the best. Missus also thought the noodles were worse than other places. Price-wise this was a bit more expensive than we expected - since we did have leftovers it's not bad, but... For two people it's higher than other places on the Ave. The bathroom situation: single unisex bathroom, at the back. Customers only (obv). No parking "onsite" - either street parking along the Ave (which is likely tough), or park somewhere near/on UW campus and walk. read more

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I got jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles) to go, requesting no egg. I had been craving it for many weeks, and this hit the spot perfectly. The portion size is huge (I have enough leftovers for a second meal) and it tastes great. I was surprised by how much banchan they packed too (I expect less when I get to go). I will say the banchan is kinda hit or miss (the seasoned danmuji was mushy and the fish cakes didn't seem seasoned at all) but in the grand scheme of the meal it wasn't a big deal. I'm excited to come back and try their other dishes. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Jjajangmyeon takeout - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here a lot since it's so close to UW and they have some solid Korean food options. They are pretty fast with their services too. I always gotten their kimchi tofu stews and this time I decided to switch it up and get their bean paste soft tofu stew instead. I really like how there was a slight nutty taste to it and it's great on a cold freezing day where you don't want something too spicy. One thing that I wish that would be better are the side dishes. Most of them taste pretty mid and I'm big on what side dishes a restaurant gives. read more

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My friend and I personally really liked the food. It was super filling and came in a timely manner. Honestly I liked how their bibimbap wasn't too burnt at the bottom because I've had that problem before. But overall the ambiance was good and the environment wasn't too busy so it was a perfect place to catch up. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Seafood bibimbap and Korean tofu soup - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

One of my top spots in U-District. I absolutely love their soft tofu stew and I usually go for their beef bulgogi. All their food is high quality and the service is fast. You really can't go wrong with this place, it's so delicious. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - beef bulgogi combo - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I crave their soft tofu soup when I want something hot. Good portion sizes pretty filling. Service was as expected pretty decent and friendly. Nice warm feel to the place and dishes. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Soft Tofu Soup - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I came here after being out in the cold and the soup was so comforting!! When we arrived around 11, it was pretty empty but quickly filled up within the hour. Service was fast and I think we received our food within 15 minutes! I wanted to try something new and ordered the ham, sausage, and cheese soft tofu soup ($13.49) at a medium spice level and was so glad I did. It was yummy and is definitely filling (I had leftovers to take home) so I felt it was pretty worth it! The seafood pancake was also crispy and really good too. I wasn't too hungry, but my friend got the tofu and entree combo and also said it was great for the price! I will say the ban chan didn't impress me but I did like the variety. I would be interested to come back for the soup again!! They had some flavors I had never seen or tried before such as gut, fish roe, and octopus! The prices are also affordable. read more

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this place was not too bad! i came here because i was craving korean food and this place is not too pricey. the restaurant is pretty small, some of the tables are close together but it wasn't a problem since it wasn't that crowded when i ate here. our food took unusually long to arrive (i would guess about 25 mins?) and i was disappointed because they didn't at least give us the side dishes first. the food was pretty good but i was disappointed by the seafood pancake, which was not a crispy as i hoped. everything else was pretty good but nothing blew my mind. read more

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Super solid Korean spot near UW! It's on the edge of the Ave so it's a little easier to snag a street parking spot. The ambience isn't the greatest and it can feel crowded, that's the only reason I've knocked down a star. The food itself was delicious! Not the best tofu soup I've ever had, but their banchan side dishes were tasty and we really enjoyed their other dishes such as bibimbap and their jajeongmyun. If you ask the staff they will also refill your side dishes. I'll definitely be back!! read more

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Good, affordable place for students looking for a cozy meal. I got their regular tofu soup which was flavourful, and really warmed me up during the winter. Service was fast and the restaurant is clean. There aren't that many side dishes as options but for the price point, it was definitely good value. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love eating here and the atmosphere. I usually get the kimchi soft tofu soup. The service is also nice.

Best vegetarian bibimbap in town! It's consistently delicious, high quality ingredients, and great service!

My go-to Korean spot in Seattle. Their tofu/bowl combos are great for a double meal. The tofu in the soup is so soft and jiggly. The mild isn't too spicy. I like to let the bibimbap sit a little longer so the rice is crispier on the bottom. Lots of veggies and unlimited side dishes. I think they may have the best macaroni salad ever. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Tofu Soup & Hot Stone Bibimbap Combo - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Honestly my favorite tofu house on the ave. Attentive service, great sides, and tremendous value with combo portions and price. Banchan includes macaroni salad, beansprouts, fish cake, radish, kimchi, and potatoes. They're always willing to refill these too and that's a big advantage here compared to another popular spot on the ave which sometimes refuses. Could Kong be improved? Definitely, but it's my preferred tofu house around the area with consideration to service, location, and value. The taste is good but not crazy exceptional, so if you are picky or super judgmental about your Korean food, your mileage may vary. We all basically got Bulgogi or Chicken Teriyaki combos - they're simply our favorites. As combos, they don't skimp on either the meat or tofu soup either. It's the same as if you were to buy them separately, so I will again recommend the combos. Tofu soups are hearty. Meat and rice are tasty. Beef and chicken are tender but the biggest drawback is that they don't pile on the onions here. That's not a big concern, but onions are delicious especially when they caramelize with the meats. read more

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This is one of my favorite Korean restaurants in the area! I love all the dishes and the service is great! I haven't had a bad experience here at all. Their tofu soup is bomb. I recently had their black bean noodles and it was so yummy! The portion was huge too, so I was able to take some leftovers home as a second meal. :) the ambiance feels pretty chill and homely. I can't wait to try more of their dishes! read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Black bean noodles - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We've eaten here a handful of times and have always had a consistently, good experience. I'm still learning about Korean food and the servers are very nice and helpful when I have questions about different dishes. On this visit I upgraded to the hot stone Bibimbap, which is served in a sizzling hot stone bowl. The bottom layer of rice gets nice and crispy so it adds a slightly different texture to the dish. This was the first time I upgraded to the hot stone. I think it was only $2 more and in my opinion worth it. I ordered the chicken and my husband ordered the tofu and we both loved it. The Bibimbap also comes with six small dishes of sides (Banchan). I love the macaroni salad and the pickled radish. This place is filled with Korean students which is always a good sign that an ethnic restaurant is serving authentic food! I will add that while the prices are a good value for what is served, this is a step up from some of the cheap student food places on The Ave. Not a fancy place, simple décor and tables, but clean and good service! I love to come here on a rainy, Seattle day. Comfort food! As a bonus, we always stop at Magus Books next door to pursue their used book selection. Magus is a throw-back, old-school book store and worthy of a review of their own. Always find a treasure of two there. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Hot stone Bibimbap... - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My friends and I come here and get army stew + sweet chili wings. The food is fantastic and the perfect amount for 2-3 people to share. Not the best soon dubu but the army stew and chicken are great. Come bring your friends and try! Friendly service and very quick. Banchan included. read more

Came here for dinner and ordered a combo. Maybe I ordered the bad dishes but the bibimbap was just not good. Everything in the bowl didn't feel like it didn't belong together and it just didn't taste good. This is the reason for the lower review. The soup was pretty typical, nothing really special but it was the best thing I got. The side dishes also weren't that good. Everything came out decently quickly and it was inexpensive. read more

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I came here with my friends during the Sakura Festival. It was surprisingly not that busy, so we were able to be seated right away. By then time we were done, the place was busy so I'm glad we came at the time we did. I got the kimchi tofu soup which was pretty good, but I think could have had a little more flavor. We also shared a seafood pancake which was really yummy and crispy. The prices were super affordable and it was a very comforting meal especially on a colder day! read more

I used to go to the Kong Tofu House in Edmonds, but that location is now closed. I decided to try this location instead. Depending on the time of day, parking may be difficult to find since it's all street parking off the ave, so be prepared to walk. The menu at this location is pretty extensive and there's a wide range of items and combos. I ordered a soondubu and bulgogi combo. The bulgogi was well-cooked and flavorful and the soondubu was boiling hot. In the combo, the soondubu bowl is smaller than if you were to order just the soondubu (depending on the restaurant, this isn't always the case. This wasn't a problem for me, but could be for others depending on expectations.) The restaurant is small on the inside and one person runs the front end entirely by themselves. Food arrived quickly and was hot, so I would definitely come back here again. read more

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Food: Excellent Portion: Generous Service: Friendly We love coming here! Owners are from LA area, serving ktown-like quality!! Go Lakers!! ;) read more

We got Uber eats today from Kong tofu house! We ordered bibimbap combo which is bibimbap + seafood soup. And teriyaki chicken combo which is with soup too. Over all the food is decent(mine was good but husband's wasn't as much..) - the teriyaki chicken had no sauce? Maybe they forgot to pack him the sauce. Chicken was seasoned but not flavored enough. Banchan was decent and pretty big. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Teriyaki chicken that looks and tastes meh with no sauce. Maybe they forgot to pack the sauce for delivery. Pork soup was good. - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I've been coming here for five years. Love their combo meals and their refillable sides (as most Korean restaurants do). Service is quick. The vibes is just like most college campus restaurants. You go in for a quick bite and you're out! The portions are typically too big for me to finish in one meal so I get a to-go box and split them into two. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Beef bulgogi combo - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

All the items on the menu had descriptions of exactly what the item came with (fish, meat etc.) ordered ramen cheese, I ended up getting most of my dish with fish. Had to order it again and ask for non on it, it would've been nice if that was on the menu and as detailed as the rest of the menu items. I had to pay double and ended up having to throw out the first order of ramen. Also my chopsticks had come stained with black and the dishes weren't clean. read more

We've been coming here since my two daughters were student of UW. It's a small restaurant by the Ave, packed with students every time we come for a soup. Since my children love Korean soup, this place is a go to whenever we are around the area. Portion size was just right and the price is fair for the food you get and the restaurant is open late. Can't get enough of the sides: pickled radish, bean sprout, cucumber, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes kimchi and fish cake plus the tofu soup is so comforting. The bulgogi is a hit too. The service is fast and attentive. read more

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Yum! My colleague took me here for my first day working on campus at UW. It was so tasty and wonderful! The hot stone bibimbap was scrumptious. I ordered it with the beef, though meat averse folks could easily order the tofu and enjoy a fabulous meal. If you're looking for a fun place to get some delicious grub, stop by! read more

I had lunch here with my friend the other day. I had the Tofu Bibimbap and my friend their Bulgogi Combo with soup. On top of the already big portions we also got an array of tasty sides (like pickled radish, kimchi, potatoes, pasta salad) for free. And they seem to refill them as often as you want! The food was pretty good. All of it for under $15? It's that value for money that will surely bring me back here! read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Tofu Bibimbap surrounded by free sides - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came on a cool, rainy summer day in Seattle and my bf and I wanted something hot and spicy. Kong Tofu House looked poppin, so we decided to give it a try. It's a small restaurant very close to UW on the ave. As soon as we came in, we got to choose our seats. Within 2 minutes a waitress came by to take our orders. We need a few more minutes, so we asked her to come back. About a minute after, a man came by and asked if we were ready to order. We were not and I felt the staff was rushing our experience. After we order, soup and banchan came quickly. Banchan: Overall, wasn't too impressed. The pasta had way too much mayo, potatoes didn't have much flavor, nor did the radish and kimchi. Kimchi Tofu Soup with Beef (Medium): Medium wasn't all that spicy and there was a lot of beef in this dish. The broth was a bit on the oilier side. The purple rice on the side was also hard and crispy. The portion size was perfect for me. I was pretty stuffed after one soup. Overall, Tofu House was exactly what I needed on a cold rainy day, but because of the rushed service and mediocre soup, I don't think I will come back. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Dumpling tofu with pork and kimchi tofu with beef - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stopped by again recently and tried the Spicy Kimchi Pork Bowl. It was super yummy and I definitely recommend any of the dishes in the hot stone bowls. Last time I tried the Bibimbap Combo without the hot stone bowl and missed out on the crispy effect. The wait staff have also been very helpful to my vegetarian friends with guiding them as to what items have bone broth that can be substituted out. read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Two Bibimbap Combos - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Really surprised Kong Tofu House doesn't have a perfect 5 stars! I ordered a Grilled Mackerel + Assorted Soon Dubu ( Tofu Soup) combo and everything is delicious. They give you really yummy banchan (side dishes). I like that they give you a lot of different things and it's a pretty good size for 1-2 people. The mackerel was super tasty. Just like my makes it. I also love that they give purple rice instead of regular white. Im Korean so I'd say my expectations are pretty high but Kong exceeded them! Can't wait to go in person and do a full review. Insta: @supperinthe6 read more

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For a restaurant in u district, this place honestly isn't that bad. If you're just looking for cheap eats and want to get some warm soondubu look for further. I ordered the kimchi soondubu with beef and my boyfriend ordered a original beef soondubu with spicy chicken with cheese combo. Just an FYI, if you order the soondubu combo, the bowl will be a little smaller. The spicy chicken with cheese is definitely a must! It sounded kind of gross at first but I gave it a try and keep coming back for more! There are a couple of side dishes that come out with your order as you can see in the photo. My boyfriend said the kimchi tasted a little "chemical" and the water tasted a bit weird... but if you ignore all that and are just coming for the chicken and soondubu, this is a decent place! read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My friend and I decided to check this place out one random day. My first visit i got teriyaki chicken combo. It was honestly not that good because there was barely any sauce on it. I mean, kinda my fault for going to a korean tofu housr and getting teriyaki. I went a second time and it was phenomenal! I got their stir-fried Rice Cakes and the galbi combo. Soooo bomb! The banchan is not that good tbh, only their mac salad and sweet fish cakes. Kimchi was disappointing since it was not at all fermented enough. The servers were really nice and sweet both times i went. Overall, i would probably place the 2nd (close first) to my favorite korean tofu house on the ave. Great environment and super yummy. Will come again! read more

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I'd been wanting to try this place for a while and finally made the trip! It doesn't look like much from the outside and is a pretty casual place, but the service was great and our food arrived quickly. The bulgogi beef was super tasty and the combo meal is great value for money. I really enjoyed the crispy rice in the hot stone bibimbap and the overall flavors, but wish there was more sauce and flavor to the rice as there wasn't a large amount of meat in it. I did find that pouring some soup into it helped give some more flavor as well! This is a great place to stop if you're in the area for a delicious casual dinner! read more

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This is my favorite place to get great Korean food on a budget!! Combos get you a bowl of sundubu AND a main dish (I always get bulgogi) for 18 bucks, and all the great banchan. I always get the assorted soup, spicy. Banchan here is typical and what you'd usually find at many other Korean places. I just love the variety and how each bite just contains so much flavor. Meat quality is pretty solid for the price. Whenever I eat here I always have leftovers for a mini lunch the next day. I've never been disappointed with this place. Ps They also sell beer and soju! read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

On the Ave you have two pretty comparable korean tofu soup options: Kong and Korean Tofu Kitchen. I'll be honest, I definitely prefer Korean Tofu Kitchen more for their better side dishes, cheaper prices, and better staff. But Kong is a decent option too. Parking is going to pain for both but you're on the Ave so what do you expect. Walking inside, Kong definitely gives off the same vibes as most Korean restaurants. Food and side dishes are wheeled around carts, slightly aged and worn interior, and loud patrons. We got seated quickly pretty soon after entering. I ordered the marinated chicken with the tofu soup option, however, the waiter misheard and gets me the cheese chicken instead. That's okay, I thought, but my calories for the day were stretching pretty thin because of it. The food itself is pretty decent, chicken came out sizzling and juicy and the soup was alright too. Knocking down a star because the waiter also charged me a dollar extra for the cheese chicken even though it was his fault for mistaking the order which I found out later. read more

Mediocre food. Arrogant staff. Awful environment. I'm really surprised how they are still in business. The level of disrespect to their customers is beyond extreme. Have you heard of servers rushing customers to eat faster? No? Well there you go. Facts only. Seriously though, who hurt you? read more

U can't deny their portion is fair and good. I had bibimbap, and the pot was big, but not hot enough I like the seaweed and the fried egg on the top Price is a bit higher than other Korean restaurants on the ave, but really wins on portion. The categories in vege is more varied. And they have more side dishes also with larger portion! Have a try with their radish and pasta salad! But I prefer sprouts and fish cakes in the other restaurant The person who helps to order was a bit impatient, but the server was nice! 4/5 for food 3.5/5 for service read more

I've only ever had soondubu here but it's soo good and for a great price. Love the sides too read more

Kong Tofu House - Seattle - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Such rude customer service. My friends and I came here earlier today and asked one of the servers to take a picture for our table. He responded that he was "too busy" and immediately walked away, despite the fact that it literally would have taken him 5 seconds to help us. There was another server waiting the tables as well so it's not like he was the only one available. Later on, we had finished most of our side dishes and asked for refills. The same server said that he wouldn't refill any of the dishes for us unless we finished *all* the side dishes. Like, hello? You can't even refill the empty ones? The food here is good but this was seriously one of the worst customer service experiences I've had. I've come here a few times in the past but will now be taking all my business to Korean Tofu House down the block. read more

This is probably my favorite Korean place. I've tried this other one in Chinatown and it was just bad. Kong Tofu House is the best/worst place to eat at and I'm going to tell you why. In terms of food, best I've had. Me and my friend always go here for lunch after our 9:30 class and it always hits the spot. Im convinced its becoming our comfort spot to be honest. If you haven't tried their Rice Cakes, Tteokbokki, you have to its super good. The skewered styled one is the only reason why we always go there its just so good. Its number 50 on the menu I think. I know that because I go there like all the time. As for service, it is horrible. Theres this guy that can be rude in so many levels you have no idea. Honest to god, the only reason we put up with his crap is for those rice cakes and that's it. We always try to be respectful and nice every time but he comes off the same, abrasive. Me and my friends don't pay any mind to the service now. We just go there to eat those rice cakes and try to pay no mind to it read more

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