Someone suggested this place to me as they told me it is the best Taiwanese restaurant in the country. That's a pretty big claim so I had to give it a try. Food: Stinky tofu - Not too stinky. This one is extra crispy. In my point of view, it just tasted like a really well fried regular tofu cubes. I enjoyed it. Mushroom pork noodles - Soft noodles with a savory sauce. A very hearty bowl of noodles. Service: Owner is very friendly. He was playing some pretty heavy mandarin rap music from the 90s/00s. Very nostalgic. Environment: Parking is easy. Very much a hole in the wall mom n pop restaurant. Price: Some items are very expensive ie: their rice plates are over $20. Other items like the bowl of noodles and fried tofu were regularly priced. One of the best Taiwanese restaurants I've been to. I can see why some call this the best in the country. Food: 5 Service: 5 Environment: 4 Price: 3 read more

What happened to this place?! I haven't been here in years, and I remember it being so much better. We ordered three bowls of noodles and a cold appetizer, and somehow the bill came out to $100?! That was a shock. It was already a bad sign when we walked in and the place was completely empty. The restaurant was dark and looked like no one was really working--maybe they were trying to save on electricity? The AC definitely wasn't working either. Halfway through the meal, I had to get up multiple times just to stand in front of the two fans they had running. I don't even want to get too deep into the food. The beef noodle soup, which I now know costs almost $25, was honestly one of the worst I've had. I always thought beef noodles were one of those things you could never really mess up, but apparently I was wrong. The meat quality of trash and the noodles were soggy. I was really disappointed. I went back to some of the older photos on yelp and they were definitely not the same. Did they change ownership? One other thing really threw me off. Right after we ordered, the owner went outside and smoked a cigarette. I figured, okay, maybe the chef is in the back cooking. But then he came back inside and immediately started cutting green onions. Hopefully he washed his hands first. Unfortunately, I won't be coming back. What a disappointment compared to what I remember. read more

Maybe I should have ordered just the stinky tofu, since that's what they should be good for, hence their store name. Instead, I actually went for the Pork Chop Rice and Popcorn Chicken. Talk about portion vs price. Honestly, $25 for a meal and $13 for a snack, that's way too much. Definitely pricier than some of the shop out there serving the same thing. Talk about taste vs price. I knew what the price was before I ordered them. I thought maybe...the taste of the food will equals the price. And oh boy, I actually think both the pork and chicken ain't as fresh. Even though fried, the meat stinky smell's too strong. There's more coating than the meat for the popcorn chicken. Not the "ball shape" pieces that one will expect for a popcorn chicken. I guess I can't expect too much from an old shop for the ambiences. Half the store's light was turned off. It was just... dark and quiet throughout the meal. Not that it matters on "IMO", but I won't be back. Good luck if you still want to try it out. read more

Tofu King - Fried Pork Chop Rice / 台式酥炸排骨飯 - Taiwanese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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OVERPRICED for what they offered!!!! Tofu King been around for like forever. We thought it would be a good choice to enjoy some stinky tofu from here. Service was not the greatest. To make it worse, the portions for the prices were unreasonable ...very pricey for what we received. When we left, I looked at the photos from yelp. The portion for stinky tofu was very inconsistent. It seemed to be different throughout the years. Some people would get tons and some got 9 pieces or 10. We got 10 pieces, which was like more than $1 a piece. A small piece!!! Crazy!! Not like there was anything special about these stinky tofu. Skin was not that crispy. It was somewhat dry and filled with air. Onion pancakes were alright. However, very pricey for the portion as well. Same with the popcorn chicken/Taiwanese pepper chicken. The size of each piece was decent and we could actually taste the chicken. However, there weren't that many pieces and it was pretty salty. Most likely will not return. read more

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Small spot with a parking lot, Zelle and cash only. The server which I also presume is the owner is very nice. He seems so genuine and was very helpful with the menu. I can tell he has a lot of care for his food and customers. I heard they had the best stinky tofu in the area but I didn't think it was that great - at least the fried one. It was a bit hard and not very stinky so I wouldn't come here just for that. However we went back the next day to try the stinky tofu in the pots and it was delicious. What we got: Crispy chicken Crispy chicken rice Spicy wontons Ru Lou fan Stinky tofu Cold noodle 3 variety cold side dish Wintermelon tea All of the above were good. Stand outs were the crispy chicken and the cold side dish. Also loved the wintermelon tea but it could be too sweet for some. The owner said that he makes the wintermelon tea himself and it is not from a can. The spicy wontons were also delicious but do note it's spicy! The cold noodle didn't look like the photo, the noodles were much thinner. However it was still tasty. read more

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Tofu King does not live up to its name. I read one review saying this is the best Taiwanese food in LA. I disagree. 3/5 Taiwanese sausage rice was maybe the worst version I've had. While the rest of the components are good, the Taiwanese sausage looks like it's been sitting out and reheated several times. Instead of slicing the sausage after cooking the whole link, It looks like they cup all the sausages into slices and then stir fried it. The result is a dry and bland sausage that does not satisfy. The dark color is also off putting. 4/5 Squid thick soup was the best thing I ordered. Simple but delicious. At $16, it's quite expensive for a small bowl. 3/5 Combination plate. For $20 you get 1 egg, 1 beancurd square, and a bed of overcooked seaweed. Not tasty and definitely not a value. 2/5 Lastly the item that made me order delivery from Tofu King. The item that they should have perfected, given their name. This fried stinky tofu barely had any funk. It's was fried to the point of almost cardboard texture. I found myself triple dipping each piece to be able to get some moisture from the sauce in each bite. read more

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CASH only. Casual, hole in the wall (semi-sticky tables), Taiwnese food. Back again after finding out the ownership changed back to Taiwanese food again. We ordered the same items again, but this time to dine-in for the suggested dish -- $23.99 Spicy Stinky Tofu with Pork Intestine Glass Noodles Soup. Everything is very simple. Prices are ok or can be a bit higher than expected quality and quantity. 626 is full of competition, it's a tough industry. $13.99 Mushroom sliced pork rice with egg. This visit, it was a bit more sweet. We got half half meats (ground, and the fatty pork). I think we get more when it's takeout for this dish. - Previous Review: Decent. Nothing out of the norm. Someone picky could complain more but for $13.99, we were happy. $13.99 Cold Noodles - this time around, I offered Made sure to only put half the chili oil in for a mild spice vs full amount which would be too spicy for me as medium spicy. It was okay. Maybe I was just too excited before. But price isn't too bad with fresh cucumbers. - Previous Review: I loved it!! The spicy chili definitely added a kick to it. I'm a cold noodle lovers so I tend to like it, even if they are okay. This dish takes some time since its all made fresh. $8.99-$10.99 Seasoned Vegetables. $9.99 A Choy. It was just steamed and nothing crazy. Small portions but it is $10 vs yet places with their veggie dishes being $15. - Previous Review: Satisfied with it. $23.99 Spicy Stinky Tofu with Pork Intestine Glass Noodles Soup. Broth and mix were decent. Mild spice, more like light numbing spicy. This isn't bad but with so much competition out there, this dish looks small. It is pretty filling though. Overall, it's simple food. Not the best of anything, not the worst also its not the cheapest. I think the $13.99 Mushroom sliced pork belly rice with egg (nonmix meat) is considered a decent deal. read more

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A great mom-and-pop spot. The gentleman who helped me (I think he's the owner) was very friendly and helpful! I didn't know how to say the names of the dishes in Mandarin, so he patiently explained the dishes I was interested in. I got the mushroom sliced pork with ground pork rice and the stinky tofu to go. The pork rice was delicious and came with a tea egg. The stinky tofu came with kimchi, a flavorful sauce, and sambal oelek. I think because of my 45-minute drive home, the tofu got kinda hard, so next time I'll probably just order it if I'm eating there or not driving too far. I'd definitely like to come back to support the kind owners of this mom and pop restaurant! Next time I'd like to try the stinky tofu freshly fried at the restaurant and update my review to five stars. read more

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Quiet, Cheap looking and doesn't seem to have a lot of staff working. I went during lunch on a weekday, there was no one besides the shop keeper. There were a few people who ordered takeout waiting for their orders. But the stanky tofu was bomb, definitely worthy of the name. My taiwanese gf liked it and she is very particular with her stinky tofu. This place seems to be the real deal. Definitely going back! read more

Tofu King - Stinky tofu - Taiwanese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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This isn't a fancy spot, but it's a great place in LA if you're craving authentic Taiwanese cuisine. They had everything I was craving, the oyster omelette and the cold noodles were my favorites. I even grabbed a bento box to go for a late night supper. The prices are definitely higher than what you'd pay in Taiwan, but it's still a solid choice if you want to enjoy a taste of Taiwan without hopping on a plane. Also, I don't think they accept cards. read more

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We were visiting family in the Pasadena/Arcadia area from Las Vegas and were craving stinky tofu and authentic Taiwanese comfort food. Over our 5‑day weekend, we ended up coming to Tofu King twice because there were so many dishes we wanted to try. We ordered braised pork over rice, stinky tofu, cold noodles, pork chop over rice, marinated tofu, chicken fingers, and several appetizers - everything was delicious. The flavors were spot‑on, the portions generous, and the service consistently warm and attentive. We're used to excellent Taiwanese food in NYC/Flushing, and Tofu King absolutely holds its own. We only wish there were a location back home in Las Vegas! read more

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I just bought two orders of fried stinky tofu. I didn't even finish the first one before my stomach started hurting right away. Now I have to throw away the other order. What a waste. I definitely won't be buying food from this place again. read more

Stopped in with my fiancee for some stinky tofu and other Taiwanese bites and it was delicious! The portions are pretty big and the staff were super friendly. Parking in the plaza is a breeze and the food came out quickly! Highly recommend! read more

Taiwanese stinky tofu is so hard to find here in america i think mainly due to the smell. Tofu king makes them perfectly! The kimchi that goes along with it is has the perfect amount of tang. The tofu is crispy on the outside yet fluffy on the inside. I will always make it a point to stop here and pick up stinky tofu when i make the drive down to socal. It is definitely worth the stop if you are craving authentic taiwanese food. I have also tried the pork rice and the pork fat perfectly coats every grain of rice. The owners are super friendly as well. Defining try it out! read more

Tofu King - Fried Stinky Tofu - Taiwanese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Saw them on TikTok. They had all my childhood favorites. We ordered quite a few dishes. Stinky tofu, cold noodle with sesame sauce, minced pork with rice, spicy wontons, Taiwanese meatball, deep fried bread with condensed milk. Everything was pretty tasty Owner was very personable and funny. Will definitely return and try more dishes read more

Food is great, but it cost quite a bit! They also only take cash or zelle. I think there's probably one cook in the back and one man who is the waiter and also preps the appetizer? So it can seem like a bit of a wait to get your food. If you're in a hurry, it might be best to call in and get the order as takeaway. Not sure if it was to save money, but the restaurant didn't have many lights on for lunch and we kind of depended on the lights coming through the window. read more

Over-priced and they ONLY accept cash! Food is subpar at best - ignore whatever social medial is telling you, I would skip for sure! Get the stinky tofu at best and RUN!!! read more

The kindest people run this shop and the stinky tofu is Amazing !! I'm hooked ! My friend recommended this spot and I love it

Super pricey for small portion... $23.99 for beef noodle is the highest I've ever seen in LA. No service other than brining the food to you. When we wanted to order additional noodle, we were told that we needed to wait for 30min because they are busy.....Come on... only 3 tables and we didn't see go to orders during the 40 min we were there. I am surprised that they can stay in business...The service guy is friendly though and food flavor is good. Btw CASH or Zelle only... read more

At the beginning, the owner was quite rude telling me he was the only person working and could not gave our party two tables for 8 bc he might have other smaller parties coming. He asked us to wait outside and end up he brought out another smaller table and put the table for us, but when we walked in, he insisted us to wait outside and it's quite hot during that time and we have one elderly and 3 kids in the party. Anyway, we waited and went in when he called us, The menu seems extensive and they are famous for their stinky tofu, so we ordered that, a cold noodles, oyster pancakes, a minced pork rice and some pop corn chicken and veggies to share. The food came out quickly and it's tasty. The tofu had a nice texture and great with the sauces. I also love the sausages too; it has good flavor and texture especially with the garlic. The cold noodles are also very tasty and refreshing. My least favorite is the oyster pancakes...the texture was ok plus not many oysters. The owner end up becoming friendly. During summer, could be hot bc they didn't turn on the ac when we were there, but luckily it's still winter. No water provided, you either get their bottle water or drinks or bring in your own water. The place is small, be prepared if you have a larger party. read more

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Come to California for vacation, and we stayed in Monrovia. We normally go to San Gabriel for Taiwanese but we didnt want to travel that far, so we found this place in Arcadia. The food wasn't hitting. Stinky Tofu lacked favor. My Taiwanese Fried Chicken lacked flavor, and the braised pork sauce lacked flavor as well. Like other patrons stated, the price was very pricey. read more

It's a local business, good company family ambiance. Staff is great he "owner" will explain you and answer any questions you may have. Thank you Food - delicious Awesome Stinky Tofu - with Garlic Soy or spicy sauce! Check out the images. Don't forget to try the plum sour drink. read more

Tofu King - Fried Mini Bun with Condensed Milk - Taiwanese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Nostalgia Taiwanese food with fresh ingredients (NO MSG) and authentic taste of many home-sick dishes. Definitely try their signature special - Stinky tofu, oyster pancake, beef noodle soup & minced pork rice! The menu is overwhelming with colorful pictures and description. Ambiance is pretty much what you may feel when you go to mom n' pop food stands in Taiwan. Price is worth the taste and how much effort they put in for creativity and insist on using quality ingredients for their food. The owner was trained in Chengdu for 8 years. So, do not forget to also try their Szechuan flavored items! Yum yum read more

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Their stinky tofu is super yummy and the cold noodle is addictive with the most amazing taste sesame dressing! There are lots of restaurants in Arcadia and the surrounding cities, but I visit Tofu King every weekend. read more

Some people would run as soon as they hear this restaurant specialize in Stinky Tofu. While Tofu King are known for its stinky tofu, it does not reek. The store itself is not pretentious and have a mom and pop feel to it. My favorite dishes from Tofu King are: - Stinky Tofu - Stinky Tofu Beef Stew Noodle The owners are very friendly and accommodating, they usually would sub glass noodles for me. If you are planning to order the Stinky Tofu Beef Stew Noodle, but can't eat spicy food, I highly recommend you asking the owner to either omit the chili oil or serve it on the side. Nevertheless, this dish is slightly spicy even when I ask them to omit the chili oil. Restaurant is cash only, but they also take payment by Zelle. Come here if you want some authentic Taiwanese food. read more

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AMAZING stinky tofu it's actually kind of addicting ngl the service was amazing the worker was nice and polite and the inside was very enjoyable it was comfortable the walls are painted really beautifully and the tofu here is actually made from them not store bought tofu.. Food was SPOT ON! read more

Tofu King - Inside - Taiwanese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Tofu King was awesome, authentic Taiwanese food that is getting harder to find in the area. The service is good and it is very simple setup but authentic mom & pop feel. I am looking forward to going back again or picking up some food to go soon! read more

This place is very over priced (even post covid) for small portions and average food. An average beef Noodle is 20.99! I can get much better at any other nearby restaurants. The popcorn chicken was over fried, and the fried pork chop tasted like pure lard. Service is near non existent, the owner looks annoyed that you would even dare to ask for something. No water at all, is that even possible? What's wrong with their tap water supply. I am shocked it's still in business. Needs to go or be revamped. I love stinky tofu but I won't be coming back here. read more

Nothing good to say about this place. The lights were off and the door was open like a typical cheap Chinese restaurant. Portions were extremely small for the price. Water cup had some nasty stuff inside and they don't have ice. After I was done with my food, I noticed a large crack in the bowl that travels through the opposite side. Probably harbors a ton of bacteria inside. Found a clump of noodles that were left uncooked. Cash only as well. Stay very far away! read more

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Overall experience was okay. Food was not as good as I thought it would be but the service was great! Very friendly and fast! Place was decently sized. read more

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I chose to take my family to this restaurant today to try it out after receiving the Tofu King menu via email from a coworker yesterday. My family was uneasy when they entered the restaurant due to the overpowering scent of fermented tofu. We placed our order for the following: Cold Noodle and Cold Dish; Taiwan Style Crispy Chicken Rice; Mushroom Sliced Pork Rice with Egg; Taiwan Style Crispy Mini Buns with Condensed Milk and Taiwan Style Rice Cake (include Peanut). I requested if we could have some ice water for us and the server informed us that this restaurant does not serve ice water and that you must purchase drinks if you would want to have something to drink. In the event that you choose to eat at this restaurant and would prefer not to purchase drinks from them, be sure to bring water or other drinks with you. The food is flavorless and bland here. It was a bad experience eating here all around. Most likely not coming back... read more

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Food was really good ordered the mushroom pork noodle dish. Price was good as well and worker was nice. Would definitely come here again. read more

Tofu King - Taiwanese Near Me - Arcadia, California

I didn't even know that there's a Tofu King at the corner of Baldwin and Duarte behind IHop in Arcadia until today when I got stuck in traffic for 6 hours back from NorCal. I have to say it's legit and second best to the other Tofu King on Garfield by the 60 freeway across from the montebello golf course which was closed years ago. The mushroom sliced pork rice (actually not sliced but diced as it should be) was delicious and so is the stinky tofu although i would've loved it more if it's a little more moist (shanghainese style). Their food is way better than the other tofu king locations left in rowland heights and irvine in my opinion. Go support the owner who said they have been there for 14 years but business has been tough since covid and what follows under the past and current administration. So if you're craving for taiwanese stinky tofu, beef noodles, or pork stew rice with egg like I did today, go visit this place and you won't feel disappointed. read more

Tofu King - Halfway through the rice after chatting with the owner. Just need to take a picture and post a review cause the food was delicious! - Taiwanese Near Me - Arcadia, California

It's hard for me to write this review. I'm giving two star with a heavy heart because it's not like used to be. They marked-up their price, yet the food quality is less flavorful. I know stinky tofu is their signature, and everyone's favorite but they changed their menu. There's no more large and small portion size, It's just one portion for all now for 10 piece and price markup (of course) and it taste stale. The table weren't wipe down, they reused their paper mat, I feel very disappointed I used to like them, but not sure if I'll go back again. read more

Tofu King gained popularity because it had the best Taiwanese stinky tofu in all of San Gabriel Valley. Their sticky tofu stood out because they were big pieces of fried square stinky tofu with their unique garlic flavor sauce luxuriously drizzled over the tofu. The mixture was a perfect balance of fried tofu with the wetness of the sweet, savory and spicy sauce. About 5 years ago, they switched to bite-size much smaller square shaped stinky tofu that you dip in their house-made sauce. I was very disappointed as that type of presentation and cooking was not as unique. It's basically fried tofu that you dip in a sauce which is very common and you can get it almost in every Taiwanese restaurant that serves sticky tofu or fried tofu. I still came today for their braised pork belly over rice as that's my daughter's favorite. When I don't have time to make it at home, I come here. Their food is authentically Taiwanese but the prices have become ridiculously high in the last 2 years. It's been a huge turn off for their past loyal Taiwanese clientele. Today, I also got their house made frozen Taiwanese pork meatballs to cook in soups at home. It's $17 per lb which came out to about $1 per one golf-size meatball. If you are in the mood for authentic Taiwanese food, I do recommend this place. There is no AC inside (just a big fan, it reminded me of the causal Taiwanese restaurants in Taiwan with the hodge-podge decor, stuffy air and smell of Taiwanese food) and be prepared to pay a little bit more than the other Taiwanese restaurants in the area. read more

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Love their stinky tofu beef noodle soup here, must try if you like Stinky tofu. Their fried stinky tofu is another must try! The owner is very friendly always try to explain all the details of each dish if you ask. read more

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I just wrote a review for Tofu King at Rowland Heights and gave it a 4-star, but I have to give 3-star for Arcadia one. Two restaurant are selling the same foods, almost the same quality. But compare the style and service, the Arcadia one is not as hospitable as the another. The owner and clerks were always Poker face, I always think is that possible because the food I ordered were too cheap? It's a pity I got such a treat and I love Taiwan so much. In my memory, Taiwanese are so kind and good mannered. read more

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Stinky tofu was authentic. Tastes like what I can get back in Taiwan. The cold noodle was also good with addition of the sechuan peppercorn that gives it an extra level of flavor. Recommend if you want a decent Taiwan street food urge. read more

This is my favorite local Taiwanese restaurant! The restaurant is located in the same plaza as USPS; there are decent amount of parking spaces in the plaza. The food is authentic Taiwanese and the menu is extensive. 5/5 Mushroom Sliced Pork Plate Tofu King makes the best braised pork rice. Both my son and I enjoy this comfort dish. I used to get the bowl, but I am glad they offer it as a combo plate now. It comes with the braised pork packaged in a small container, rice topped with corn and ground pork, stir-fried cabbage, and pao cai (pickled cabbage). The additional veggies makes the meal healthier and acidity from the pao cai balances the fattiness from the braised pork. The combo plate is also large enough for me to split with my son. 5/5 Stinky Tofu Their stinky tofu is authentic! You can smell the pungency of the deep fried fermented tofu when you walk inside the restaurant. They no longer offer the big tofu pieces, instead they are now in bite sizes. The stinky tofu comes with pao cai and garlic sauce. Make sure to add chili sauce! 5/5 House Special Beef Noodles If you like Taiwanese beef noodle soup, then you will enjoy the broth and toppings it comes with. You also have the option of splitting the portion of meat and tendon (100, 50/50). They also offer a stinky tofu beef noodle soup. This restaurant only has a few tables inside. It is a casual place to eat or for takeout. The enthusiastic owner and lady in the front are always nice to my kids, which is very much appreciated. They accept zelle if you do not have cash on hand. read more

This is the worse Taiwanese restaurant I can ever think of near the city arcadia I went there for lunch every single dish is very overpriced and the worse thing the dish I ordered is so horrible the tempura is dry sausage is overcooked and the rice is very little which makes it worse it's literally like 5-6 teaspoon of rice and normally the eggs is supposed to be with the rice the owner /server brought it out separately which made the entire dish with no taste this place is very pricey and not worth trying. If I can give them 0 star I will . I do understand everything is going up these days but the price they charge combined with the small portion is horrible. read more

Tofu King - Taiwanese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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