the tofu here is so legit. soy products are the only thing they make here, so they have to be good. fresh tofu, fried tofu, tofu pudding, and soy milk are all made in-house. they have pandan flavor if you're into that. highly recommend eating the fried tofu immediately. so. good. the owner is grumpy, but the food is worth it! i'll support this mom and pop hole in the wall in a strip mall with handwritten signs over a walmart any day. read more

Loved going here for fried mushroom tofu but going to knock off two stars because of recent visits. My last visit yesterday, I was in the area for a meeting so I decided to stop by early at 10am to pick up tofu for my mom. Seems like Saturday mornings they get very busy. I paid the man $14 and told him I'd come back in 5 minutes. Something I have done the past few times because I don't want to loiter in the small little store when there are so many customers. But when I went back in (there were 3-4 other customers in the small space), he asked for $14 as if I had not paid him already. I guess it got busy with customers and he forgot. So that's an issue I have to deal with going forward. Now I have to worry that if I pay ahead and it gets busy, he will forget that I paid. It's a terrible feeling as if I didn't pay them and as if I am stealing from them or something. My second issue is, there are food items on the counter. I like the banh gio (rice flour snack in the shape of a pyramid: filled with pork, woodear mushroom and a quail egg --- similar to banh bao but the outside is rice flour). First time I got it was months ago, it cost $3.75 which was decent. Then a month ago it was $4.00 -- then a few weeks ago I asked for two and he said $10.00 ($5 each) which surprised me but got it anyways. It's possible they had new prices but that's quite a jump. The issue is there is no price menu for these counter items and they can just upcharge whatever they want. Not hard for them to use a price gun and label these items with their price. That really bugs me. I know other places that label them with a price properly and only charge $4 for them. So going forward, I will stop ordering the banh gio because they can just charge whatever prices they want. I can deal with that. I will just stick to ordering the mushroom tofu my mom likes. But now I have to worry that the seller forgets that I paid so I probably have to stay inside until I get my items. My mom seems to like the smaller cuts of mushroom tofu here compared to their competitors VK foods on Valley but I might have to go there more often. VK only charges $3 for a box of mushroom tofu. Better prices and the customer service. But I will still come back to Thanh Loi Tofu. I just hope they can fix some of these issues going forward. read more

My coworker introduce me to this place. We would always come pick up their fried circle dough. My coworkers love it. However, I don't come here for the fried dough, I come for their pandan tofu pudding in ginger syrup. I like this dessert a lot. The tofu is silky and pour over with the coconut sago cream is super yummy. They do sell it in small and large. I always get the large. The price is great. They also sell tofu and soy milk. Overall, great place to check out if you're cravings anything tofu. read more

Thanh Loi Tofu - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

Good tofu & soybean drinks. I also enjoyed their tofu desserts with ginger syrup. Highly recommended for healthy eating

I recall coming here years ago but recently decided to make a stop since I was nearby. It is rare to find a good quality tofu shop with loyal business owners. I bought a couple things: pandan and regular sweet soybean milk aka dou jiang 豆浆. The tofu pudding aka dou fu fa 豆腐花 and the banh tieu which was the sesame bread. Everything was made so fresh and good. The pandan flavor is not that strong just fyi in case you think it will be strong flavored. The banh tieu was crispy and soft even when cold. The guy owner picked the good ones and not burnt ones when putting in the paper bag. He even tied up the bag to ensure the items don't fall out. Not only would I want to support small business but I very much appreciate and want to continue supporting loyal and good people operating these small businesses. He opens from 10 am to 5 pm and I believe the place is closed Wednesdays. read more

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My family comes here for our soy milk, the owner is nice and responds to English, Vietnamese, and Chinese. This is a family run business and it shows in the old timey coziness of the small shop. The soy milk is brewed fresh daily and is quite good! It's rich and not too sweet, come show this shop some love if you're craving soy milk read more

I've been coming here since I was a kid with my family and they have the best cha oc in the area

This place has the worst customer service. We already encountered 3 times already here. First time I came this lady was complaining to my son that the door bell kept ringing because my son was walking back and forth by the door. The Second time I'm here, I gave the lady in change 50 cents in dimes, she complained to me no coins here. Really??? I haven't been back a few years already. Today, I happened to be here again because I wanted soy milk. Anyway, I still give this place a try. I met this old man today, he was so grumpy and not happy. We just ask him if the green color Soymilk was Pandan and he say yes. My husband told him he wanted the regular soy milk and he put away the pandan all grumpy. Then, I told him I don't mind to take the pandan since he look so grumpy. My husband also wanted tofu fã and he gave him the Pandan. We've no idea they have Pandan option. We told him he wanted the regular one. He got so mad and not friendly at all. I can't believe this place has the worst customer service. Normally I do not like to write bad reviews but this place is something else. My husband said he will not come to place ever again. read more

Very nice couple. Small little mom and pop shop. I always get the soy pudding and gallon of sweet soy milk. It is always fresh and hot. They have reasonable prices. The flavor of the soy milk is sweet and consistent and texture is very smooth. Soy pudding is soft and better eaten when cold. read more

This place is easy to find and but the shop is very small and doesn't offer a wide selection of products. Although they have the regular items but depending on the time you go, they may run out early. read more

Thanh Loi Tofu - the front of a restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

This is a family business and the older couple are the sweetest people. This be my family's go-to tofu place and it has been for the last decade and more. This place has fresh tofu all the time. I know because they pretty much make a certain amount for the day and when they're sold out of the item, that's it! I love getting the following items: - Tofu in ginger soup (hot aaand cold, which is in the fridge) I would get cold in the summer because of the weather - ^ but Pandan flavor tofu, which comes with coconut milk with sago as well - Fried tofu (I get regular sized tofu and also bigger ones to cut in triangle shapes to cook stuffed tofu) - Fried Tofu with black wood ear mushrooms (bombbb) - Cha Oc (Vietnamese pork roll with escargot, think Cha Hue, but with escargot or regular cha with seasoning in it) They season this very well. It's super fragrant since they use a lot of kaffir lime leaves and the price is honestly great for the portion! Best Cha Oc in SGV! - Soy milk, which they also have pandan flavor as well! I would recommend coming as early as you can if you want everything fresh or even to get your hands on these items because the sell out, especially the cha oc. Definitely would recommend! read more

Rude service. Over charged on my items and I confronted the owner and she said it was charged correctly. WILL NOT COME BACK!!!!!!

A little mom-and-pop shop in the plaza. It honestly looks a little shabby but the products are always fresh! I always come here to buy fried tofu, soy milk (they have seeetened and unsweetened and pandan flavored one), Vietnamese meatloaf (Cha), and their fried doughnut (the best in SGV). Sometimes they have some Vietnamese dessert/snack. But of course, the best is always the freshly friend smooth tofu and the silky soy milk. Asian soy milk always tastes different than the packaged ones they sell in the groceries. You can taste the soy better, especially when it's still hot. It's a family business so you'll see various family members at the cashier at different times. The older gentleman is always super nice and friendly. The last time I went he kindly reminded me to put the soy milk in the fridge when I get :). I hope their business remains a long time and stay strong. read more

As an Elite Yelp Reviewer, I always check Yelp! I am caring for my elderly mother and she loves soy milk. I bought some at the local market which she said "meh." After looking in Yelp, I found Thanh Loi Tofu in South El Monte. Was worth the drive. It is a small Mom and Pop shop in a little strip mall. He told me he has been there for 14 years. I asked for Soy Milk, no sugar and he had freshly made piping hot bottle! I want to next time try their fried tofu with mushroom. Seems many local Vietnamese come here as I waited in line. You must wear a mask and only 2 people allowed inside at a time. Cash Only and the owner was so pleasant and sweet. Will definately be back to buy his fresh made soy milk! read more

Do not recommend. Very rude service. After purchasing the several tofu desserts, we noticed that they did not give us the syrup (which goes with the desert). My husband asked for it and the older man ignored him and walked away after taking his money. When my husband politely asked again, the older man did not say one word and finally gave 1 small container. We then asked if this would be enough for the amount of tofu we purchased as we purchased lots of Tofu. The older man yelled "NO MORE!" I don't like writing bad reviews on small businesses but life is too short to shop and deal with rude people. There are so many great desert places in the SGV that it isn't worth it to come here! read more

I was in the area, so went to pick up some tofu. Small shop. Great place for fresh tofu, fried tofu and soy milk. Friendly service.

Such a cute family owned hole in the wall business. No tables inside, just meant for picking up mainly tofu items but they also have some other Vietnamese items. My favorites are their fried mushroom tofu, pandan dessert tofu, and banana-leaf-wrapped sticky rice.. yum! read more

I love their freshly fried tofu, banh tieu and soft tofu. It's well priced and is freshly made every single day. What more could you ask for? read more

It a mama and pop shop but the lady is not nice at all. I don't know what you other encounter but 3rd time is a charm for me. She doesn't change her attitude. We ask if she have any more fried mushrooms tofu left? She snapped at us and look at the wall. I told her we are not asking about the price. We are asking if you still have any for sale. She have no customer service. If she is mad or have some personal feeling please stay home don't come out and give attitude to customer. read more

I heard from a friend that there was a small shop in South El Monte that made those fried mushroom tofu squares that I love. She couldn't remember the name and street though. So, I took to Yelp and came across Thanh Loi. I'm out in that area on occasion and bookmarked it. Whether or not this is the place she was talking about, what I bought made me very happy. Saw these pics on the wall and asked the man if I could buy a half order. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/thanh-loi-tofu-el-monte?select=V0N3NuiJaY9HMVuDb94eNA 10 for $2. He said sure and went into the kitchen. Right away, I could hear the sizzle of the oil. I had intended to use the tofu in a stir fry later that evening, but well... I tried the first one on the drive home because these are best right out of the fryer. By the late afternoon, there were only 4 pieces left. I had snacked on these like they were candy. They were that good. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/thanh-loi-tofu-el-monte?select=k8pmamYwrYhXFNMHlKNO8Q Edited to add: These tofu squares didn't even make it into the stir fry. #2 Son came home from work and saw them on the counter. He squirted Sriracha all over them! "Oh. Weren't these for me?" Said with an innocent face. Grrr. As happy as I was with the tofu, the ginger tofu pudding made me even more so. This was the best I've had so far. Not as sweet which was good for me (diabetic) and the fresh ginger was strong and spicy. Loved it so much, I even ate the ginger. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/thanh-loi-tofu-el-monte?select=nU9mlMNyg8G_9HB3RJ3whA While waiting for my order, I looked around. Was tempted to buy some Pandan soy milk but wasn't sure of the sugar content. Maybe another time. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/thanh-loi-tofu-el-monte?select=Wd-7J2xfAwQS-NmRhTh3Sw Saw some snacks that looked pretty good. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/thanh-loi-tofu-el-monte?select=fiN6WdIw9gWxNb1kBiEo4Q Not sure what these are. When I asked the lady if they were sausages, all I got was a "No". https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/thanh-loi-tofu-el-monte?select=Bdv2WpYLW9tuku0ATyLYeA I'll definitely come back when out that way. And will buy a full order of the fried tofu, more pudding and try some of those mysterious things on the counter. Here's a pic of their business card (March 17, 2016) with the current hours. Closed on Wednesdays. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/thanh-loi-tofu-el-monte?select=XmNZjsAaGdBPRB_90XuBlA One last note: Don't use the map attached to this Yelp page. It's a ways off. Just highlight the address and use the Google search function for the accurate location. read more

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This is my go to place for perfectly sweetened soy milk (not too sweet, not too bland, just right!!) I religiously will only buy soy milk from this store because I can't seem to find soy milk that tastes as fresh and delicious as the soy milk found here! Not only that but their tofu pudding is so silky and delicious, it's like the ultimate summertime dessert, no scratch that, it's a solid dessert for anytime. BUT THE MAIN EVENT: the fried tofu. Heaven sent I say! My family gets the fried tofu with the mushroom from here for yearrrrrs. They're delicious eaten right away, but also delicious used to make other dishes with. Must try if you love tofu and mushroom. Anyway, this is such a humble, small family owned shop that often gets looked over for soy milk and tofu from grocery stores, but you really need to check this place out if you haven't already! read more

Delicious food and soy milk. My girlfriend and I always stop by here when we are in the area.

This was my favorite tofu place always. Unfortunately I have been experiencing very rude services the last 2 visits. They heard the door bell and I waiting for 5 minutes no one bother to come to the counter. The elder man ( I think is the owner) can out and ask WHAT DO YOU WANT? I answer do you have sweet soy milk and he replied very rudely and wave his hand said NO MORE then he just walked back into the kitchen. I guess he doesn't care about losing one loyal customer because his business is too good. Well, I will find another Tofu place and never will return to this one. I never like to deal with rude people. read more

This place makes me happy when I have tofu cravings. Everything is so inexpensive, I was able to get yogurt, Vietnamese ham with clam & basil, tofu pudding with ginger syrup and a huuuge order of fried tofu with mushroom and it was all for only $8!!! I love the fried tofu with mushroom, it's so tasty, the texture is just right, crispy on the outside yet soft and moist inside. The tofu pudding with ginger syrup came out piping hot, it is soft, silky and delicious, the ginger syrup accompanies it perfectly. I ventured out and tried the clam ham which was so tasty! It has pieces of clams, basil and I think lemongrass and other herbs in it, a yummy snack for clam lovers. They also have other desserts and of course soymilk and many variety of tofu. The man who works here seems like such a sweetheart, he's very warm and friendly. Definitely coming back soon when I'm craving some snacks! read more

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The tofu is amazing. They make it fresh as you order it. The mushroom fried tofu is seasoned perfect, the plain one I would prefer it a little more salt. However, I like salty food. Make sure you bring cash. There is no ATM near. read more

They gave me fried tofu that was put on the table for long time that it turned soggy and soft. Sad.

This this place because of their tofu very tasty , and the owners is very nice and hard working

Guys come here for your tofu pudding and soy milk. They do it so well here and it's made in house. The pudding is so delicate and soft for $3. read more

tucked away in the same plaza as the now-famous pho minh is this little store where most offerings are some traditional asian incarnation of soy: tofu (steamed or fried), soy bean milk, soy bean pudding (in canto, dao fu fa), etc. they also have vietnamese snacks/meals packed up & ready to go, like rice vermicelli with dried shrimp & meat loaf slices, dessert bread & "dumplings" (i don't know the vietnamese name for them, but in canto they're called "tzung:" sticky rice & meat wrapped up in a banana leaf) i don't know about the dessert tofu that tony c. tried, but i'm hooked on their soybean milk flavored with baythoy leaf! don't be intimidated by the neon green bottles sitting next to the normal-looking stuff. what's inside is (re)fresh(ing), lightly sweetened, rich in soy bean flavor... &, according to the little hand-written signs, made only of natural good-for-you stuff: soy beans, water, sugar & baythoy. & the owner says it's all made on the site. & i believe it. pint: $1, half-gallon: $2.25, full gallon: ?... other items are cheap as well, like $1 to $2 for 10-12 pieces of fried tofu with wood-ear mushroom & glass noodles. can't wait to go back & try it out. service: friendly. parking: easy. hours: mon-sat 7am-6pm, sun 7am-4pm. read more

Very yummy! I LOVE the famous tofu!! Tofu pudding is soft and smooth. Banh tieu is made to order. Good prices, good foods here