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Kunjip Tofu is a an upscale Korean restaurant that is known for its soft tofu soups. The interior of the restaurant is very modern, and lends to a vibe of sophistication. The wagyu gopchang tofu soup was well seasoned and tasty, and every single banchan dish that they had was amazing! Servers come around to refill your banchan, which is all you can eat. Definitely a place to try if you're craving Korean!
I have been going to the original Kunjip in Santa Clara for a while; it's my go-to spot for a homey korean meal and the best galbijim and naengmyeon in town in my opinion. I wanted to give this place a try as I heard it's pretty different and a bit more upscale. No reservation system, however you can Yelp wait list. If you aren't within Yelp waitlist proximity, you can call them and they will add you to the wait list about an hour beforehand. Once you get there, it's about another 5-15 min wait. I took my parents and sister here for a family dinner when I was in town. Each person has to order one entree, and you get your own set of many little banchans. At first glance it seems pricy, but every entree we ordered was delicious. The banchan were also so good and well prepared - none of them were overly salty or fermented. We all agreed this was an excellent experience, and it is so rare that all 4 of us are on the same page about any 1 restaurant. They were also very good about periodically coming by with all banchan to let you choose which ones each person wanted to refill. We got wagyu bulgogi bibimbap, wagyu galbijim, seafood tofu soup, and spicy octopus bibimbap. The wagyu galbijim was extremely flavorful and melt in your mouth tender. Seafood tofu soup had large chunks of seafood. It is not the same style as a home-styled soondubu, but it is more similar to 10 Butcher's style. Surprisingly, the spicy octopus was very tender and had large tender chunks as well. The wagyu bulgogi was flavorful without being too salty. We also got a seafood pancake to share, and each bite was so full of seafood and barely any starchy filler. They also end your meal with a palette cleanser of a jujube rice cake.
My friends and I had dinner at Kunjip on a Saturday night with a reservation. I highly recommend making a reservation as this place gets busy around dinner time. There were so much good options but I was still very full from lunch so didn't want anything too heavy so I opted for the mackerel set that came with doenjang soup, purple rice, and a assortment of banchans! I like that someone comes around to refill your banchans. They are unlimited refills so eat away! The mackerel was grilled to perfection and I loved it so much that they gave you wasabi on the side. It helped cut the greasiness! Afterwards, they give you a little dessert but I wasn't a fan of it. Next time, I do want to try their galbi Jim or soups!
I understand the hype now and the hype is real! After hiking with one of my gfs, she suggested grabbing lunch here since its one of her current favorite Korean restaurant. She mentioned the only thing is that we need to get there right when the restaurant opens which is 11AM or we will most likely have to wait for 1.5hrs. So we cut our hike short and was the second party in-line. I wanted to try everything on that menu but decided on the mixed tofu soup + braised kalbijim. I like our entrees but the star of the show is definitely the ban chan. They had this one particular radish that I couldn't get enough of, I would go back just for the ban chan. I had many tofu soups in my life but the one of here is so different. It's not homey but just very elevated. Actually, all their dishes were elevated. The kalbijim cuts of meats were super tender and well worth the price. We also order the shrimp kimbap to go and that was also amazing. I will definitely come back to try this place but maybe with a few more friends so we can order a variety of dishes.
My wife and I stopped by Kunjip Tofu for lunch on a Saturday and we showed up exactly when they opened at 11:00 a.m. There was a long line outside, but we were fortunate enough that we were able to make first seating. After getting seated, we were promptly greeted and offered either complementary hot tea or water. If you're not familiar with the menu here, each person is required to order their own entree, most of which start around $28. My wife ordered a mild tofu soup with mixed proteins while I ordered an abalone bibimbap. In addition to our entrees, we also split a seafood pancake. I'm not the biggest fan of seafood pancake, but the one here is distinctly different than any that I've ever tried before. The texture of the pancake actually tastes very similar to shrimp toast. There's no shortage of seafood in every bite and the pancake is perfectly crispy without tasting oily. The pancake here is on the smaller side, but one pancake is more than enough for a group of 2-3 to share. The abalone in my bibimbap entree is skillfully prepared. There was no rubbery texture at all and the four abalone pieces were all very plump. The stone bowl the bibimbap arrived in wasn't blistering hot, but the bowl still managed to crisp up a bunch of rice on the bottom of the bowl. I appreciate that the spicy sauce is provided on the side so you can control how spiciness and salty the dish is. I absolutely love that each entree comes with an assortment of 10 different types of banchans. My favorites were the imitation crab slaw, the quail eggs, the shrimp cake, and the pumpkin puree with apple chunks. There's a staff member carting around refills of every single banchan, so don't hold back on enjoying your favorite banchan items because they come with unlimited refills. While the food here was fantastic all around, the highlight was truly the service. The warm hospitality of each staff member we interacted with was memorable and greatly appreciated. Special shout-out to Jinny as well, who helped us quickly resolve a small issue where we received white rice instead of purple rice with our tofu soup. If you're looking for next level Korean food with spectacular service, look no further than Kunjip Tofu. I cannot recommend this spot enough.
The beef bulgogi was so good! The meat was flavorful, tender, and came out sizzling. I also loved how many different banchan (side dishes) they give you-it was fun getting to try a little bit of everything, and everything paired really well with the bulgogi. Definitely recommend coming here for Korean food, but just a heads up that the wait can get pretty long at night, especially during dinner hours. Worth the wait though!
This Korean spot is definitely on the pricier side, but I have to say, the food is good! Service is attentive, and they keep the banchan coming. One thing I really liked is that everyone gets their own set of banchan, so there's no need to fight over the good stuff . The Wagyu galbi was tender and flavorful, the bibimbap had a nice crispy crust on the bottom, and the tofu soup was flavorful without being overly heavy. The braised oxtail was also really good -- the meat practically fell right off the bones. They also have sikhye, but it's $10 a bottle. I guess the glass bottle is worth something? My only complaints are the price and the fact that, for a fancier Korean restaurant, they keep rolling out a big cart to collect dirty dishes. It feels a little out of place with the otherwise upscale atmosphere. Overall, definitely a splurge, but the food and attentive service make it a good option for a nicer Korean meal.
Good but hard to say if is worth the wait if you have to wait longer than 30/40 mins. I believe the avg wait can get pretty long on weekends. Luckily I got there for an early dinner like 5pm and was seated in about 20 mins. All the entree come with their own unlimited banchan and it's kinda plated individual style instead of family style though you can just share Food- Snow crab twigim: this is basically a fried crab leg. Def real crab. It was good. Japchae: small portion but tasty. They use like a wider flat noodle which I found interesting. The taste was basically the same as regular japchae but with a little elevation such as the nori as well. Wagyu galbi: was def tasty. Par for the course at premium kbbq restaurants A5 tofu soup: good and the beef quality is def better than what you find at most tofu soup spots but a5? I low-key feel it wasn't all that tender. Not sure I'd get this again Wagyu beef bulgogi bibimbap: solid bibimbap. The rice was crispy. It was good but I prob wouldn't get again mainly just due to I feel there were better dishes Seafood pancake: this was an interesting take on the seafood pancake. It kinda tastes like those shrimp cakes except there's other seafood in it as well but the main part is the shrimp cake. Was good and fairly interesting. Would def recommend at least trying once Overall, food was solid but dunno if I'd go all the way from San Jose and wait 40+ mins etc tho I wouldn't mind eating again if I was in the area
Bottom line: upscale, fancier versions of some of your K favs, FLAMEY galbi. Vibez: located off El Camino, just outside downtown Lou rain view towards Los Altos, sits the shop with its own parking lot. Chic decor and seating arrangement, mostly booths but some can accommodate large groups. Service was excellent, had no issue getting banchan refills. Service was so good, I'd come back because they made it feel so easy to enjoy the food. Bathroom: men's: notably, classy electronic music played that wasn't in the restaurant. Made it enjoyable to visit. Clean. Only had a hand dryer. Seafood pancake: you know what I liked, it wasn't a giant thing. It was tasty, three bites a piece, four pieces total. Crispy, flavorful, nearly FLAMEY. Galbi: it was expensive, but each bite was FLAMEY. Fatty goodness, tender melty, sweet and a little salty. Great with the lettuce wrap. And you know what, they refilled it every time the lettuce ran out.
Worth the price tag! Kunjip is definitely a more expensive Korean restaurant for the area but the service, the ambiance and the food quality makes the price worth it. We ordered the Japchae, spicy octopus bibimap, a mixed tofu soup and the grilled spicy pork. Everything was very well seasoned and came out very quickly. The kimbap was very delicious and colorful. They have a cart that comes around to replenish your kimbap when you run out! The Japchae had a flat thicker noodle which gave the noodle more chew and held the sauce very well. We arrived at 4:30pm on a Sunday and were seated immediately. By the time we left, there were many groups waiting for a table.
Great food! Came here for a work event & they were able to accommodate all of us well. The vibes inside are very nice, and the service was great. The parking was a little tough as it is limited outside. It is also relatively difficult for vegetarians.
We ordered take out via door dash. Everything was well packed and delicious. Seafood pancake -- probably the best I've had. There's a layer of crunch that is unbelievable. Fried crab -- so delicate and delicious. Waygu Galbi -- Omg ! So good! Waygu bugolgi -- also yummy Bibimbap-- love the mixture of rice and vegetables . The banchan came in perfect packaged boxes.
This place has such an incredible reputation and the food really is solid, but I think you can find better for cheaper elsewhere in the Bay. The tofu soup is packed with flavor and umami. We ordered the snow crab tofu soup and it was filled with tender seafood. The kalbi jjim wasn't great though. The sauce had too much of a mole-like taste and texture to it. I much prefer the kalbi jjim at Daeho. The bonchon dishes are where this restaurant really stands out. I think they may be the best in the Bay. You get a huge variety and each is beautifully and deliciously prepared. They also do a wonderful job of constantly replenishing dishes that you finish. Speaking of which, the service here is phenomenal. The setting is also upscale and super classy.
Amazing!! Definitely a bit on the pricier side but I think it's really great for special occasions. I love that they have the hot beverage machine outside for while you wait to get seated. They have the milk coffee, black bean drink, and hot chocolate. I loved the black bean drink as it was so delicious and creamy! The inside has an elevated and upscale aesthetics. There were waiters going around with the banchan dishes for any refills. Each person is required to get their own entree. We got the wagyu galbi, galbi jjim, grilled mackerel, and seafood tofu soup. My favorite was the wagyu galbi. It was high quality, tender, and full of flavor. Wonderful experience! Will be coming back! read more
9.0. dinner, one of the best we've had in a long time. We ordered seafood pancake, seafood tofu stew, and wagyu galbi. We loved all of the dishes but would be down to try other stuff in the future, such as the oxtail stew and sea bass. The restaurant was very well thought out. Insulated metal cups that kept drinks the right temp. Great banchans and variety. The banchan cart. Every dish was well-executed. Great service. Nice decor. Can't ask for more. read more
Hands down the best Tofu Soup spot in the South Bay. Worth every penny and every minute of the wait Food Quality Seafood Tofu Soup: Perfectly balanced heat, savory depth, and just the right amount of umami (not overdone!). Generous mix of snow crab, shrimp, clams, and scallops. Wagyu Galbi (Grill): Slightly smaller portion than expected, but the quality speaks for itself. Tender, not greasy, with a beautiful hint of smokiness Wagyu Seolleongtang (ox bone soup): Incredibly tender meat. We appreciate the quality although it's pricier than the OG Kunjip location Sikhye Sweet Pumpkin: A traditional Korean sweet rice drink blended with steamed pumpkin. Tasty, but at $10/bottle... Banchan (Side Dishes): Impressive variety and above average quality. A standout on its own Service Experience Weekend arrival at 11:30 AM, already a long waitlist; expect 30-45 minutes before being seated Hostess was warm and welcoming despite the rush Our server: a lovely Korean auntie who kept our table spotless throughout the meal Banchan refills were generous without even having to ask DIY leftover policy: They hand you a to-go box and bag so you pack your own leftovers Value for Money Pricing skews on the higher end, but the quality of ingredients and meat cuts justify the cost Not a budget meal, but a worthwhile treat. Cleanliness Restroom check (always a kitchen tell!): Two stalls on the women's side. The larger one we got is spacious and well-maintained Minor note: paper hand towels would be a welcome addition after washing up read more
Service was really good and ambiance is also really nice. Basically no wait on a weekday night This place was between 4-5 stars for me but I think I ordered the wrong thing. We got seafood pancake that was 5/5 - it had a really great texture. We also got the non alcoholic honey drink which was also good but not worth 10 dollars imo I got the tofu soon soup with mushroom, this was a bit of a let down . It was good but nothing special at a higher price point.. I think it needed a bit of salt and for the onions to be cooked more but after i added salt it was p good. Partner got the waygu bibimbap and that was allegedly good and I liked the sauces that came w it. Banchan was definitely elevated but aside from being fancy it tasted p similar to reg banchan it was a fun experience. I'd wanan come back and try the tofu bibimbap or maybe the large black cod option. read more
Very tasty food. The service is top notch, on par with the finest restaurants. Kudos for having the high chair set up already for my toddler even before we got to our table, and also a free rice ball for her which she devoured. The price is very high, but we left satisfied. I would definitely come back for a special occasion read more
I came with my wife at 5. this was right after opening and the line was already HUGE. We got immediately seated though. Their decor is truly stunning. Gold livery and beautiful utensils. The booths are spacious and tables very clean look. The prices are a bit high. But what we got was well worth it. They have the best banchan I've had in norcal, hands down. Seafood pancake?? Eggs!? refills 5x. The man entrees are also very good. I really liked how tender the meat was in my seoullangtang. The service was sublime. So fast, they came rapidly to refill us. 5/5 no questions asked. Do yourself a favor and come here. read more
Apparently there is a Kunjip in Santa Clara that I found pretty mid, but this one in Mountain View wowed me - I am not sure if they are related but this one is a solid 5 stars experience. I showed up on a Thursday for dinner around 5:30pm without any wait, but if I showed up 10 min later, there was a 1+ hour waitlist as every table was occupied shortly after. This is definitely a bougie, modern Korean restaurant that redefines classics like tofu soup, galbitang, etc with more premium ingredients without much pretentiousness. I tried the Chilean sea bass twigim which is a type of fried dish, wrapped with gamtae (seaweed) which added a nice depth of flavor. It is pricy at $22 for 2 pieces, but this is actually my first time having twigim despite having visited Korea and explored the markets before. I probably would not pay this premium again, but I would recommend a twigim here based on the quality - it is memorable I also got the abalone galbitang. Normally, the soups are intentionally not salty so you can add the amount of salt to your liking, but here, they do it for you and it is the perfect amount of salt and flavor. It is served with a wide spread of banchan, including kimchi, quail eggs, crab salad, mini seafood patty, pickled vegetables, plantains, etc. I particularly loved the quail eggs which has some sesame oil below. I opted for purple rice as it is healthier and more traditional pairing to the various Korean dishes. In the galbitang, the abalone is quite fresh, and the meat is super tender, falling off the bone. read more
2 months ago
for the pricing and quality this place is a solid 10/10, actually a place i crave and find worth depending on what you get and if you value quality - the banchan is endless my favourite is the krab slaw i had about 6 refills /.\ so refreshing and pairs will with anything, honourable mention to the seafood patty, and quail egg banchans -the seafood pancake is not ur standard seafood pancake when u think of korean seafood pancake but it's more so straight up a SEAFOOD pancake like a pure seafood patty pancake deep fried so it's crunchy with a soft middle -been here a couple of times and the soondubus are always worth and the bimbimbaps the spicy galbijim is different than what u would expect from places like dae ho but still really good to share - there is a general wait so do try to get on the waitlist they do have hot drinks outside for you to enjoy which is neat -service is great and very polished read more
This is now my newest go to place for any celebratory occasions, or just a casual Saturday lunch. The restaurant decor is very inviting and modern and when you walk in, it feels like a completely different place. The servers are really friendly and give really great recommendations. There's a parking lot in the back and I have not had trouble with finding parking but I often see it very full. I've gotten the same thing every time - the wagyu kalbi - and I think about it often. Side dishes are refillable and very filling. Each one is a different flavor and there's no duds in the line up. Although this is more fancy/fine dining, I don't feel like it's exorbitant, the main dishes are very filling and good for the value in my opinion. read more
Recommended by a friend from the local area. We came here on a weekday for dinner. The resturant was very busy, but we were able to be seated in about 15min. I ordered the mix tofu soup. One unique feature of this restaurant is you get your own servings of banchans (Korean side dishes), and these are delicious! And you can get plenty of refills. The mix tofu soup is just delicious as well with large shrimps and whole scallops. Great service with very attentive servers. Pricing is a bit higher than other tofu soup places, but definitely worth it value wise. Plenty of parking at the back of the restaurant. Worth checking it out! read more
5 months ago
Waited 75 min on a Saturday but was able to call ahead of time to put myself on the waitlist since the Yelp waitlist was closed. When I arrived, I waited about 15-20 for my table to be ready. Food - everything was delicious. From the presentation to the temperature to the taste, the food has an "elevated" taste that matches the warm and sleek decor of the interior. Service - amazing, inviting, and friendly. Loved our service and everyone was very attentive. Ambiance - the decor is sleek and modern. Even the bathrooms were well lit and clean! A bit pricey for Korean cuisine but I'd consider this as a special treat or once in a while option. As long as you're able to endure the wait, worth checking out. Good for groups 2-6 as well. They have larger booths that fit 6 people. read more
Kunjip Tofu is probably my favorite tofu stew spot in the Bay so far. The whole place is super clean and the interior is really nice, which already makes it feel a step above most spots like this. The tofu stew is so rich and decadent in the best way. I got the beef tofu stew and the flavor was really strong and satisfying. It just hits when you're craving something warm and comforting. The kalbi was also really good, though it is on the pricier side. They also give a ton of banchan, I think around 10 different ones, and they were all pretty good, they even gave a mini pancake. There's a lot of variety and I love eating lots of different items in small quantities. Service was smooth and efficient. I would definitely come here more often if it was closer to me. read more
Kunjip is easily my go-to spot for Korean tofu soup in the Bay Area. The soondubu (tofu stew) is absolutely packed with flavor--rich, comforting, and hits the spot every single time. It's the kind of dish you crave and keep coming back for. One of the best parts of the experience is the banchan. They come around with carts offering what feels like endless rounds, and everything is fresh and delicious. There's that saying that a Korean restaurant is only as good as its banchan, and Kunjip definitely lives up to it. Between the standout tofu stew and the constant flow of quality sides, this place really sets itself apart. If you're a fan of soondubu, this is a must-visit. read more
1 month ago
To be honest, considering the prices and the upscale interior, I expected a much higher level of food quality. The restaurant clearly aims to position itself as a premium soondubu restaurant, but I don't think the food lives up to that expectation. Creating a truly high-end soondubu experience is a very ambitious challenge, and while I respect the effort, I personally don't think it was executed successfully. The banchan selection is generous, but I didn't find anything particularly memorable or distinctive that set it apart from other Korean restaurants. That said, the interior is beautiful, and the service was excellent. Those aspects definitely left a much stronger impression than the food. read more
5 months ago
Overpriced and disappointing flavors. I've tried both takeout and dine-in here, and unfortunately, it didn't live up to the price point. The Aged Kimchi Tuna Kimbap lacked the acidity I expected. It was 95% tuna mayo, leaving the kimchi undetectable. This was especially frustrating as it didn't match the promotional photos where the kimchi and tuna are evenly portioned. Donkatsu and Vegetable Kimbap were also quite bland. For dine-in, we had the Galbitang and the Spicy Octopus Bibimbap. There were two abalones in the Galbitang, and they were tiny and tasted fishy. It was also served with Chinese-style thick glass noodles instead of the traditional Korean dangmyeon. Galbi was good and bibimbap was okay. While I appreciate the use of Yugi (bronze) tableware, the atmosphere isn't fancy enough to justify $90 for two entrees. To top it off, service was nonexistent--we weren't offered a single water refill. Not recommended. read more
Wow I was seriously so impressed by this place. I now consider this place one of my favorite spots in the Bay Area! There is a decently sized parking lot in the back. We came for an early dinner on a Saturday night...I think the groups that came at 6 had to wait upwards of 90 minutes. 1. Snow crab twigim 4/5 Really delicious with a light batter and a couple of sauces. However, each snow crab piece was $4 which seemed a little bit overkill. 2. Wagyu bulgogi bibimbap 5/5 My favorite of the ones we got! You can choose the sauce and I went with perilla soy, which was nicely flavored. 3. Snow crab tofu soup 5/5 Flavored really nicely with seafood you can actually taste. 4. Wagyu patty (duk-galbi) 4.5/5 This was sweeter than I was expecting but I liked that you can eat it with lettuce and varioius mushrooms/condiments. Overall I think it's pricey but for the amount of food (as well as variety of food) that you get, it's a must-try. The banchan were definitely the standout! read more
13 days ago
This review is solely for the snow crab Bibimbap. The actual serving was underwhelming compared to the photos on the website. The size wouldn't have mattered if the seafood was super fresh but it was not either. The other dishes and side dishes were excellent. read more
The BALENCIAGA of Korean food. Kunjip's original spot in Santa Clara and this spot in Mountain View is completely diff vibes. HEAR ME OUT. .:: FOOD ::. Banchan is crazzzzzyyy next level. Ofc its unlimited refills but theres about TEN diff banchan, abalone is one of them. All of them are unlimited refills except the abalone. The potato salad is crack here. Wagyu Galbi $63: The price def got you questioning it. This is the 2026 price but I went back in 2025 and it was still in the high $50s but boy was this SO tender and flavorful. Well worth the money if you enjoy quality meat. Dont laugh, but my friends and I were like kids SO amazed by their drink machine outdoor. Its a self serve "vending machine" of hot chocolate, black bean, or milk coffee. The cups drops down on its own and it fills it up to the perfect amount. We were def impressed. Perfect while waiting for a table .:: Service / Ambiance/ Parking::. Servers were all very friendly and top tier service. The interior is INCREDIBLE. Very modern and you can tell they put a lot of thought into it. Parking was fairly easy as they had their own private parking lot in the back read more
6 months ago
omg! I can't believe it took me this long to try Kunjip. I wish I came here sooner! This visit was for my best friend's bday. Ambiance: this is an upscale restaurant so the interior is quite nice. It would be a great spot for a date! It is a bit small so definitely join the waitlist in advance because the wait got exponentially longer as soon as I joined. Service: the service here is fantastic! From the greeters to our waiter, everyone was very friendly and attentive to our needs. Our waiter helped arrange our table for sharing and was constantly checking in on us to make sure things were okay. The food also came out quickly even though it was a busy Sunday dinner rush. Food: we started off first with the snow crab twigim. This was my first time having anything like this and I was really surprised. The snow crab was fried and came with 3 different sauces, all of which were really good. The banchan here is definitely unique and unlike any Korean restaurant I've been to before. I particularly liked the radish kimchi, anchovies, mini seafood pancake, and fish cake(?)! A server also walks around with a cart full of unlimited banchan refills as well. The Wagyu galbi was definitely the star for me. The pieces were THICK yet they were still very juicy and tender. It also came with bean paste and lettuce on the side for wrapping with. The tofu soup was also good, not mind blowing but I was pleasantly surprised at how much crab there was inside. Finally, they gave us a small red bean dessert at the end. Overall, I had a great time here! Everything was delicious. Yes, it was expensive but I would definitely come back! read more
Service is great, we came after work around 5:30 on Wednesday and there was no wait. But around 6pm the waitlist was ~1hr long so I recommend going early and joining the list! The menu is simple. We ordered tofu soup which came with banchan & complimentary barley tea. The ambiance is modern and well designed. It felt like a restaurant you'd find in Orange County or LA. I ordered the combination tofu soup and it came with scallops, shrimp, snow crab leg it was fresh and the seafood wasn't overcooked. It was a good experience and reminded me of a higher-end BCD Tofu house. Would come again! read more
14 days ago
Came again with two friends. Shoutout Ashley on the staff with the double nose piercings because omg amazing service. She was so nice and patient and good energy. The lady next to her was like a typical high-end employee? Kinda curt, kinda cold, just professional asf but ASHLEY was the goat and was so sweet and nice and made me feel like the $40 dollar meal for some soondubu was actually worth it. Like yea, the food is good, but $40 for soondubu is lowkey outrageous, especially since I get BCD a lot in LA for half the price. BUT, Ashley with the double nose piercings made it hella worth it. read more
Second time here and the wait was just as long as the first time (2+ hours for a party of 4 on a Friday evening). Food and service were great but wait was long and parking lot fills up fast. There's a shopping plaza next door where you can park and walk over. Our server, Tong, was very friendly and welcoming. There's a cart that comes around and you can request more ban chan. Everything tasted really good. Overall, good experience and the aesthetic it's nice inside. read more
Wow! Definitely one of the most high end Korean restaurants I have been to. And it lived up to the hype - I mean, the banchan cart should speak for itself!! I came here on a Saturday evening, and the restaurant was filled to the brim. They don't take reservations, but they do have a Yelp waitlist for you to join. Alternatively, you can also call an hour or so in advance so you can get on the waitlist before you actually get to the store. There's limited waitlist seating inside, but there's seating outside with heat lamps to keep you warm until your table is ready. The interior is very sleek, bright, and modern - you can tell it's new. Prices are definitely on the higher end, but honestly it's a bang for your buck. We started off with the seafood pancake, which was pretty unique from other pajeons out there. It's a smaller portion than normal, but it's incredibly crispy - and while other places are primarily batter with seafood mixed inside, this seafood pancake was 90% shrimp (almost reminiscent of a shrimp ball in dim sum) which was well seasoned. For mains, we got A5 wagyu tofu soup and wagyu yookhwe bibimbap. The meat was thinly sliced and a generous amount, umami and tender. The broth was comforting and soothing. But the star of the show were the 10 different banchan!! I wish I came with an emptier stomach so I could have had more of them... The servers are very attentive, kind, and funny. One of them recognized my cousin from a previous visit, which I thought was impressive considering the amount of customers every day. On top of that, the banchan cart is always rolling around, with workers constantly checking in on you to make sure you have what you need. I am still thinking about these banchan. I'm still not over the cart!! read more
3 months ago
Overall dining experience was phenomenal. There is a wait time but it is very much worth it especially with tea, coffee, or hot chocolate option. Once seated, the overall ambiance was bright and pleasant. The seating is plentiful. Servers are attentive. Upon receiving our food, I was shocked by the quality and quantity. The meat was so fresh and tender. All the bangchan was delicious and flavorful. Personally very impressed with servers asking if you'd like more bangchan. I enjoyed every minute of this dining experience and we will definitely be back. read more
I came here for dinner today to celebrate a friend's birthday. We were a party of four. The foods were delicious. All the side dishes were tasty. I enjoyed everything and they had purple rice too! We got four entrees and an appetizer seafood pancake. Each entree came with side dishes and a soup. Everything was delicious. Our waitress Jennifer was great! Service was excellent. She check-in on us a few times to ensure we were ok. We did have to wait an hour to get seated which was planned. We were waitlisted starting at 6pm and were told it would be an hour wait. Two of us arrived at 7pm, but they won't seat you until all of your party arrives. My other two friends arrived at 7:10pm. We informed them all of us were here and were told we would be seated in five minutes and we were. The parking lot is in the back of the restaurant. I got lucky that someone was pulling out and I took over the spot. This restaurant is high end so it is on the pricy side. I won't be able to come here all the time, but once in a while for a special occasion treat is fine. This restaurant used to be Cooking Papa's for those that may remember this restaurant location. Overall, I had a good experience with this restaurant. Everything was delicous. read more
Excellent Korean dinner. Great packing and delivered by Door Dash. Nice bags with Velcro closure. Everything was delicious. The ban chan were so yummy... the quail eggs were my favorite. Each of the 12 items were unique. read more
I really enjoyed the original Kunjip location, so I was excited to see what the tofu location has to offer. There was a lot of hype revolving around this restaurant and about how it's the fanciest tofu soup they've ever had. I lined up 10 minutes prior to opening and was seated right away. There was a full house about 15 minutes after we were seated. Every entree comes with a set of ban chan for every individual person. It was fairly unique. Snow crab twigim (5/5): This is similar to a tempura, but a bit light. I came with two sauces and they were sweet. I snow crab was meaty and great to try for the one time. Seafood pancake (5/5); One of the smallest I've ever had but packed with flavor: Mixed tofu soup (5/5): You have to get this if you're getting the tofu soup. There is so much delicacy in here that makes it so fancy. It includes A5 Wagyu, squid, shrimp, and scallops. Not only is it fancy, but the broth was exquisite. It was smoky and packed with flavor. Overall definitely enjoyed my time here and would love to come back. read more
Fantastic service and a beautiful interior. We luckily snagged a table without waiting around 4pm on a weekend. Our party of two ordered the mixed seafood soup, wagyu galbi and the seafood pancake. Just to note everyone at the table must order an entree. The highlight of the meal had to be the soup. It felt beefy and had great flavor. The toppings were ample and the flavor was truly on point. The beef galbi was tender but the price tag is a bit steep given the portion size. All the banchan is refillable and the staff is quite attentive. Our drinks were never low and our table was rearranged when more dishes came. We truly felt like princesses read more
7 months ago
First timer here & came for a late lunch on Monday for president's day. Looking at the reviews, I'm glad I joined the Yelp waitlist since by the time we arrived, we only waited for a little over 5 mins. I don't like to wait too long so highly recommend using Yelp waitlist. The place is clean and I like how there's plenty of seating on the booths even just for 2 people. Seafood soup with medium spice level (5/5) -perfectly cooked shrimp that's already peeled -savory broth with a good amount of heat -really liked how there's tofu wasn't all too mushy, the cubes still held its shape Galbi but they only had a meat patty available (4/5) -meat was seasoned well -trumpet mushrooms were oddly sliced & a bit hard to eat, wished they were cooked longer & didn't have enough seasoning The banchan was okay, nothing really stood out to me other than the soy marinated quail eggs. They have banchan carts if you want more but we didn't get extra since we had plenty of food with just our own entree. read more
The food and the service here is great! The wait was about 30 minutes but there is seating outside the restaurant. They have very good food and yummy ban chan. I really liked the galbi and the seafood pancake. Kunjip provides a very luxurious experience, with really nice and heavy cutlery and wonderful service. I would say their food is a little bit on the sweeter side, but still really good. read more
Kunjip is a popular high end Korean restaurant known for their fancy dishes and more sophisticated take on Korean cuisine. The interior is stunning with a modern yet elegant decor and intimate lighting. Service was fabulous. The cashier who helped me was kind, polite and very formal which you would expect from a high end restaurant. Our kimbap was ready in about 10 minutes after ordering, even during a busy Saturday lunch rush. This review is purely for their takeout kimbap. We ordered 3 kimbap for about $30 which is an excellent price. The packaging is beautiful and encloses to protect the kimbap well. Tuna mayo - The tuna was sooo creamy and heavily mayonaissed (which I have no objection to). The egg, avocado, and radish blend beautifully together to be sweet, creamy, and refreshing all at the same time. Spicy shrimp- This was absolutely delicious and the most flavorful of the three we ordered. The shrimp sauce was packed with flavor while the fried shrimp was sweet and tender. All I can say is, each bite is full of flavor. Spicy fishcake- This was good basic kimbap while the other two kimbap stood out way more. I would still order it again as it was a delicious simple flavor profile. I can honestly say this is one of the best kimbap I've ever had and at a reasonable price point as well. We will definitely be back for the takeout kimbap alone. Kunjip could easily make their kimbap as a standalone storefront for takeout items and it would do so well. The ingredients are fresh and each kimbap was meticulously wrapped. read more
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I called on a Tuesday to make reservation for 3 on Saturday lunch. They would only give me a reservation at 11am when they first open or 2:30-4pm. I picked 11am. We arrived at the restaurant on time and there was already a line waiting for the doors to open. When we were being seated, the host told us we have 75 min for the meal because we have a small party -- ok! I really like the Galbi tan ($38) and I order this when it's on the menu. My friend did warn me this restaurant is pricey. The banchan (little dishes) were cute and so many! The servers are very nice to stop by often with the banchan cart to ask if you wanted more and they dont make you feel bad. I did feel my big bowl of soup got cold fairly quickly. It was a good experience but felt a little rushed. read more
I'd been seeing this spot all over social media since it opened and had been waiting for the right splurge occasion to finally try it, so I came in with pretty high expectations and ended up with mixed feelings overall. For a Friday dinner, I was able to call same day for a party of six and the reservation process was seamless and accommodating, which was a great start. There's a dedicated parking lot behind the restaurant, which made arrival stress-free, and we were greeted by friendly staff and promptly seated with a 90-minute dining time. While I waited for the rest of the group, the staff went over the menu, highlighted house favorites and unique drinks, and even brought out bag holders so our bags wouldn't have to touch the floor--small touches that made the experience feel more upscale. One important thing to note is that entrées are served as individual platters, not family style. Each person gets their own set of side dishes, and a cart continuously circulates the dining room to offer refills, so you're never flagging someone down for more banchan. This setup is great if you prefer your own dedicated sides, but if you're looking for the traditional shared, family-style Korean meal, this format may not be what you're expecting. Price-wise, this restaurant is definitely on the higher end. For our group of six, the bill came out to about $500 for six entrées and 5 appetizers, and the appetizer portions were on the smaller side. The appetizers we tried, including the seafood pancake and the sea bass roll, were good, but the seafood pancake in particular wasn't the typical version you'd expect at a Korean restaurant, so keep that in mind if you're craving something classic. The side dishes were all high quality, and I really appreciated not having to "beg" for refills thanks to the roaming banchan cart. Entrées were tasty and felt like high-quality preparations, but the portions were on the smaller side relative to the price point. One downside was the soup that came with each dish--whether it was miso or a Korean variation was hard to tell because it was so watered down and underwhelming compared to everything else. Overall, the food is good and the service is truly top notch--friendly, attentive, and polished--but the high price point and smaller portions make it more of an occasional splurge than a regular go-to for me. If you're planning to come with a larger party, definitely make reservations in advance; by the time we left, there were lines out the door. read more
3 months ago
This place does not disappoint. Easy enough to join the waitlist or call in to be added. I've been here twice now, both for birthdays, and it always feels special. The decor is so pretty and modern. Great service and the quality of the food is top tier. It is a lot of food because all the appetizers and banchan add up. Highly recommend the sea bass twigim and wagyu galbi. read more
Nice, modern design inside and out. So busy on a Wednesday that we're given 75 minutes for our table. But the menu was clear and organized so it wasn't tough to decide. We had plenty of time to enjoy our dinner. Servers were all friendly and pleasant and the food was very good. Portions were more than adequate. read more
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21 days ago
Really really good food, can honestly compete with some of the food in Korea as well. The service was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant itself was very pretty as well. Just know that there may be a wait, so try to join the waitlist ahead of time. read more
Kunjip Tofu is awesome! The place is modern and super clean, and the staff are really friendly and attentive. We went on a Saturday around noon and waited about 40-50 minutes, but you can get on the waitlist which helps. We had the A5 Wagyu Tofu Soup--so good, and it comes with unlimited banchan! We also grabbed a Togo order of Tonkatsu Kimbap (spicy and mild) and it was amazing. Everything was fresh and flavorful. Can't wait to come back for more! read more
The food is sooo good here! I love all the banchans they have, and their spicy Wagyu seollongtang is one of my favorites. My other favorite would have to be their Galbi, it's so flavorful and tender.. delicious. I think it's so fun that they have a little cart that they push around to help refill all your banchans. The crab salad + radish kimchi are my favorites! Service is amazing here! Been here 3 times and each time our server has been so friendly and accommodating. Constantly bringing us more water or side dishes. The interior is also BEAUTIFUL. I love the vibe and it's just a gorgeous upscale Korean restaurant. read more
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1962 W El Camino Real
Mountain View, CA 94040
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Do you have some dishes are gluten free?
Best to ask the person serving you. They know the menu.
Is it a good idea and any space for 6 adults and 5 toddlers to dine in?
Yes, tables were large and there were big groups with children when we visited. Seemed family friendly but that could be because we visited for lunch hours. They do have alcohol on their menu so if bringing children, I'd advise lunch time or early…
Are their tables also or just booths? Due to a disability I can not sit in a booth.
Hi, Most of the seating are booth. But there are few that allow you to add or stay in the wheel…
Do you open on Thanksgiving?
We will be closed on Thanksgiving 2024, and reopen on the following day on Friday.
Can I bring my own wine? If so then what is the corkage fee?
Hello yes you certainly can! As of now during soft opening, it is $25 corkage fee, but price is subject to change later on. Thank you!
Do they take reservations for lunch on weekdays?
Yes, but it depends on how many people in the parties
Is the mushroom tofu soup vegetarian?
Hello, yes it is—it is also served with its own separate set of vegetarian banchan (side dishes), if requested. We also have various vegetarian friendly options including Kunjip tofu, mushroom jeon, tofu bibimbap, and mushroom bibimbap. Thank you!
When is it going to open?
Hi thank you kindly for your interest. As of today (9/1/24), there is no official soft opening date; however, we expect to open on the week of 9/9. It will be updated on our Yelp page once the official date is determined, so please check back! Thank…
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