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    Lighthouse Tofu

    4.1 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Open 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    LIGHTHOUSE TOFU ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Paul J.

    Sometimes I get a craving for soondooboo and when that itch needs to be scratched, we head to Lighthouse in Annandale. My standard is the seafood soondooboo, medium spicy. There are two difficulties - the soondooboo arrives boiling hot, and you gotta crack the egg perfectly so no bits of shell get into the stew, then you gotta wait patiently while it cools down so you don't burn your tongue. Play it right, and you get a perfectly delicious broth of spicy, seafood-y stew. Lighthouse is still the best soondooboo in the area, and I'm sure I'll be back soon. If you haven't tried it yet, you're missing out!

    David T.

    My girlfriend and I were craving BCD tofu which unfortunately is not on the area. We discovered Lighthouse Tofu and were excited to try it in a suddenly cold weather evening. The returning interior had a homey traditional asian ambiance. We ordered a Combo ( clam, shrimp, beef) and Beef and Pork Tofu Soup as well as a seafood pancake. Both soups were rich in flavor and umami. We appreciated the delicious side dishes, especially the kimchi which was on the sweeter side. We were able to order 3 rounds of sides. The pancake was crispy and had had plenty of seafood filling. The service was good but nothing special. The highlight of the meal was the tofu. They were soft, silky, and incredibly satisfying. We will be back to Lighthouse Tofu. BCD Tofu and here have a fierce competition.

    Annie C.

    Still yummy as always. Glad to be back again and again for some hearty homey food. I really appreciate the vibes and staff.

    Pan Fried Dumplings
    Lynda D.

    Top tier for soup season honestly and I get an oddly specific craving for this soup every now and then. Any of the soup varieties are great but I usually order kimchi & beef or combination shrimp. Their pan fried dumplings are delicious and if i'm feeling really hungry i'll add them to my order. Banchan side dishes are perfect I wouldn't change what they already offer and I love the offer of free refills on these of course. + the egg given for the soups. Notes: Service is usually really quick and they have plenty of seating. Parking isn't necessarily limited but the parking lot is kinda ugly with potholes all over the place so be careful. Make sure to ask/grab toothpicks on the way out by the door, this WILL be stuck in your teeth.

    Seafood pancake
    Hannah R.

    Such a great place and worth it if you are driving in from DC! It's very relaxed and affordable prices. Portions are big so recommend splitting with people! Service is attentive and the vibe is welcoming but modern.

    B. Pa Jun Potato Tofu stew Sides
    Victoria M.

    This spot is such a hidden gem and just writing this has my mouth watering! You walk in and are asked in you want water or hot tea - forewarning, the hot tea is served in a water glass, and it can be hot to hold. The service itself is very quick and the menu is easy to read. We ordered a potato "pancake" as a starter (the small is pictured and is recommended for 2-3, but I would say 4 given it has 4 large slices). You are then served your soup sides and an egg for cracking in your soup if up would like. The soup comes to your table boiling hot--be careful because it is boiling. I recommend cracking in your egg and letting it sit while the heat cooks it. Then, go at it! The soup is flavorful and delicious. I ordered the kimchi tofu and beef, as I don't eat meat, I just ordered the tofu only. They are able to accommodate vegetarian diets quite easily based on the meal. I will warn that the appetizers may leave you with soup leftovers. If you don't want to take any to go, just order the soup. Overall, the food, service, and environment were great. I highly recommend if you're craving and amazing bowl of Korean soup. I will also add with our app and two bowls of soup, our total was $57 before tip.

    Interior is spacious.
    Gilbert G.

    My wife, two sons, and I have enjoyed this place as our "go-to" spot for Korean soon-dubu. In January 2026, we visited on a chilly day (when hot soup restores the soul). Lots of pluses at this Annandale location. First, service is good when you first arrive, but you may need to flag your waiter to place an order if it's crowded. Second, the restaurant vibe is casual (lots of family and friends) and feels spacious. Third, the mushroom soup (medium-spicy) and beef soup (medium-spicy) are wonderful especially after you crack an egg and add it. Fourth, he crispy mandoo makes a nice appetizer besides the small plates (banchan) offered. The only downside is that parking can be difficult in the small lot in front of the restaurant. But additional parking spaces are available across the street.

    A. Pa Jun Seafood
    Saki R.

    Always love lighthouse tofu! My all time favorite is their tofu soups and this time I ordered seafood soup. You get to choose from 9 different options as well as the spicy level. I sometimes go for medium but I find it pretty spicy, so depending on how I feel, I also go for mild. My other favorite is the combination that comes with both beef and seafood. I also highly recommend their Korean pancakes. They have one of the best Korean pancakes, these are always freshly made, crispy on the outside and fluffy in the inside. We usually order their kimchi pancakes but this time we had a seafood pancakes. It was absolutely delicious! Parking could be a challenge sometimes but their service is always quick and efficient. Will definitely come back when I'm around this area!

    Tofu stew and Pan Fried Dumplingsdumplings
    Dinh D.

    I came here on a cold winter day and it hit the spot. A small Korean establishment that serve delicious tofu stew as well as other sides. The service is pretty good despite how busy it gets.

    Oyster soondubu

    Growing up in Annandale, Lighthouse was the place for Soondubu Chigae. After moving away and coming back, it is still good but nowhere near what it used to be. The quality of the banchan has fallen, and the dumplings are a very cheap frozen variety. The soondubu is pretty ok, so we will probably be back when we crave it. Pro tip: ask for ground jalapeño to add to your soup for a fresh taste. You now have to request the stone pot rice, especially if you're not Korean. Today we saw that they gave all the non Korean tables regular rice. If they know you're Korean, then they will bring you the stone pot rice. I saw a server turn around to put the regular rice back as soon as she heard the customers speaking Korean. If they don't think you're Korean, you get just regular rice, so ask for the much better stone pot rice.

    Spicy 11. Tofu and Galbi Combo
    Albert D.

    Late night grub. Got the Combo with Galbi. Really a bang for your buck. 10/10 would go again to try other items. Servers were nice as well

    Combination Soon Tofu
    Yulee K.

    This place is really good! The soon tofu jjigae is really authentic, has a nice kick to it, and delicious. If you are looking for delicious authentic Korean food, I highly recommend! The banchans were also so good!

    19. Stir-Fried Baby Octopus 14. Galbi
    Jenn Z.

    Our party of six stopped in for dinner on a cold evening and overall enjoyed our experience. I'd been once before for their seafood soondubu which was hearty and flavorful. This time, we tried the seafood pancake, galbi, octopus stir-fry, and other soondubu varieties. We enjoyed the banchan, especially the radish. The non-soondubu portions were small and there was barely any octopus (we counted about four small pieces); most of it was vegetables. If I came back I would probably opt for just the soondubu. Service was efficient and neither friendly nor unfriendly.

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    Best for Tofu soups. Galbi delicious. Pancakes are yummy definitely a must ! Put into your meal rotation...

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