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    Young Dong Tofu House

    4.0 (3.1k reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque, Noodles
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    T7. Beef Tofu Soup
    James C.

    Delicious! We got the beef tofu soup (plain spicy) and the seafood tofu soup (mild spicy), both with purple rice. The soup comes out fresh and piping hot, so make sure to crack the egg in right away! The broth was so flavorful without being overly salty, and the purple rice was cooked perfectly--not mushy at all. The banchan was also delicious, especially the cool and refreshing kimchis on a hot summer day! The menu is pretty big with lots of different options and combos, so it takes a little time to look through everything, but I don't think you can go wrong with whatever you choose. Service was excellent and everyone was very friendly. Plenty of parking in the lot too. Definitely coming back!

    weekday menu
    Gloria G.

    Its located off Las Tunas in the 168 Market shopping center- where Tokyo Lobby also was. We've never been there and thought we'd try, when we say the line we knew we'd be in for a treat!!! We waited outside for about 15 mins- luckily it was a quick turn around. once inside we were seated and given time to glance at the menu. It gives off a homey welcoming feeling and the AC felt so good after being in the heat for the ladt 15 minutes. Being it was Sunday, we knew we couldn't order the combo's, however the waitress said it was ok to order the combos. The menu looks small but with a choice of any soup.... it took me a while to decide. I decided on the BBQ Ribs, white rice and the Kimchi Beef Soup. Before it came, 7 bowls were placed in front of us and one bowl had 2 raw eggs. My husband looked at me and said aren't they gonna cook these???? I laughed at him ok it may be mean but it was funny! I told him the soup will be hot enough to cook the egg and he could mix it in or leave it on top. So, the soup came and he did just that- he mixed in the egg and Man it added a boost to the soup- Soooo Good! The egg thickened the already yummy broth into a creamy texture, my kimchi beef soup with the creamy texture took it to a different level! That "small" soup was so filling and on of the Best I've ever had!!! I can't imagine eating a large bowl of this unless I was really hungry but I might try it . The soup was so filling that I was only able to eat 2 ribs and a tjird of the bowl of rice. The ribs are so worth the cost - marinated in a semi sweet sauce and bbq'd to a slightly crispy tenderness that at first bite I was overehelmed with the yumminess and putting kimchi on it took it to another level! We truly enjoyed our meals and we even had left overs to eat tmw because that soup is so flavorful, satisfying,and Y UM M Y!!!! We will defiantely return!!! So worth It!!!

    Top: B1. B.B.Q. Beef Rib / Galbi and bottom: bulgolgi
    Jimmy S.

    Here's the updated review with the remodel mentioned naturally near the beginning. Stopped by Young Dong Tofu House in San Gabriel to give this newer Korean spot a try, and I left with mixed feelings. It's been a few years since my last visit, and they did a complete remodel. The restaurant looks completely different now with a clean, modern look that feels much more updated than before. While the service could use some improvement, the food was definitely the highlight of the meal. We ordered the galbi and seafood tofu soup combo, the bulgogi and seafood tofu soup combo, and the new cold noodle. The galbi came with six pieces and was cooked perfectly. It was tender, flavorful, and paired well with the seafood tofu soup. The combo also came with four banchan: bean sprouts with sesame oil, kimchi cucumber, kimchi, and seaweed. Everything was fresh and complemented the meal nicely. The bulgogi and seafood tofu soup combo was just as satisfying. The bulgogi was well seasoned, and the tofu soup had plenty of seafood with a rich, comforting broth. We also tried the new cold noodle, which came in an icy chicken broth with shredded chicken and buckwheat noodles. The owner recommended adding a little vinegar, and it completely brought the dish together. It added just the right amount of brightness, and the broth became incredibly refreshing. It ended up being one of my favorite dishes of the meal. The food here is honestly the reason to visit. It's very close to the quality you would find in Koreatown, but without having to deal with the headache of Koreatown parking. That's a huge plus if you're in the SGV. The ambiance is modern, clean, and comfortable. Even during our visit, it wasn't overly loud, and we were able to have a normal conversation throughout the meal. Service was just okay. The staff seemed overworked, and it looked like they could have used more help. The one server who came around to refill our banchan was incredibly sweet and friendly, and we really appreciated her attentiveness. Unfortunately, everyone else, including the owners, came across as a bit short with customers and not particularly welcoming. It didn't ruin the meal, but it was noticeable. Parking was easy thanks to the large free parking lot shared with the other restaurants and 168 Market, making it much more convenient than trying to find parking in Koreatown. Overall, I'd come back for the food. If you're looking for solid Korean comfort food in the SGV without making the drive to K-town, Young Dong Tofu House is definitely worth checking out. The remodel gave the restaurant a fresh new look, and hopefully as they settle in and add more staff, the service experience will improve because the kitchen is already doing a great job.

    Bimbimbap + Beef Tofu Soup Combo
    Stella C.

    One of my favorite Korean restaurants in SGV! Everything on the menu is solid and the place is popular for a reason. Love the combo options. Prices are fair, service is good and fast. The restaurant is nicely decorated. There's free parking in the lot that can get chaotic at times. Came on a Monday afternoon at 1 and waited around 5 min to be seated for a party of 8.

    Menu left side june 2026
    Amy L.

    This place has a small vegetarian friendly section. They actually use mushroom broth and they have vegetarian dumplings. Which is good for my aunt. I got the combo with galbi and tofu soup. When yoy vet the combo, the tofu soup is smaller which is good cause i cant finish a large one. I really liked their soy garlic chicken but wished it had large pieces of garlic in it. My favorite banchan would be the seaweed and cucumbers. Im glad they refill it for you. But fir some reason they would go around with the banchan cart and fill everyone else but ours. We always had to ask for it to be refilled. But we mightve been in a bad spot since it was the corner. I noticed they sell galbi tang now. Short rib soup. I havent tried it yet because i was craving the tofu and grilled galbi but i will try it next time.

    Kimchi

    I'm genuinely so addicted to this place. The food is so so yummy and the kimchi is some of the best I've ever had. Our server Alex was absolutely amazing! The rest of the staff as well were so accommodating and very efficient. The place was considerably busy, but the food came out so fast! Thank you again to Alex!!

    Jennifer W.

    I question if this location is under new ownership because the food is significantly better than I remembered, honestly on par with the Young Dong location in Chino Hills. It made me do a double take after not visiting for a while! A few things worth noting: - The entire staff is incredibly friendly and efficient, making the whole experience feel warm and welcoming. - Thoroughly enjoyed all the banchan. Take advantage of the complimentary refills! I liked the kimchi so much that I bought a large container to-go. I've been eating it daily ever since. It's on the sweeter side, not totally tart. Don't sleep on the raw squid either! - They've introduced two naengmyun options, one spicy and one non-spicy, just in time for summer. We tried the non-spicy version and my family enjoyed it. They use a chicken broth base and it was light, refreshing, and surprisingly addictive. - I love that they offer a beef and octopus soondubu (generous portion of octopus!). Most places only have a beef and seafood combination. Between the flavorful banchan, refreshing naengmyun, and attentive service, Young Dong Tofu has firmly worked its way back into my rotation.

    Helen Y.

    This place always have a long waiting line. This place is my mom's favorite Korean place to eat in this area. We waited for an hour before getting a seat. After eating here, I agree the food is pretty delicious. No wonder why it's so packed and busy all the time. It's a bit pricey, but all Korean restaurant these days are all pricey. We got the seafood tofu soup, kalbi, and katsu. All was very flavorful and made well. My picky kid ate a lot of the kalbi and he barely eats meat. Probably because it's on the sweeter side, but nonetheless, the meat was good. Service was fine considering how busy they are. We will be back again.

    Beef tofu soup and banchan
    Derek T.

    This is one of my go to spots for tofu soup in 626! I came on a weeknight today and didn't have to wait, but there can sometimes be a bit of a wait on busier days. There is a decent selection of banchan and all of them taste really good. We got the beef tofu soup and beef bibimbap, which were both delicious and very flavorful. However, I do wish there was a bigger portion of beef in the bibimbap. Service is very fast and there are a lot of tables for seating.

    Banchans
    Julia H.

    There's always a wait here for dinner, so I recommend coming early. Hubs & I have become really big fans of their Curry Chicken / Pork Katsu. We didn't realize what a big portion this would be the first time we ordered it, but it's definitely shareable or you can do what we do: add a combo for extra food to take home for leftovers =P I do also wish they added more broth/water to their tofu soup because it always seems so dry after they bring it out. Their Beef Ribs area also good! Their banchans are good (some are a bit on the sweet side). Service is still quick and restaurant is clean. One unisex restroom in the back that's clean. Parking lot is still a doozy but this plaza is always really busy.

    Lunch combo: C8. Yellow Corvina and Tofu Combo (dumpling spicy)
    Annie T.

    Not the same for take out, but still hits the spot. They make really good ban chan. Must try their curry chicken/pork katsu culture on the iron skillet - soo good. Their spicy squid is also underrated an a must try.

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    April H.

    I came in yesterday for dinner on September 17,2026 with my parents. We sat on a table with the menu place mats. I ordered Rabokki. I really enjoyed eating the side dishes appetizers and the Rabokki! It was busy when we came in and try this restaurant. The service was good. The ambiance was clean. The bathroom was clean. I brought home leftovers. We will come back again!

    Veggie with beef bibimbap
    Kim B.

    I'm not sure why I have not done a review for this restaurant because it's literally my FAVORITE go-to restaurant! My family has been coming here since the pandemic days when they had the tables outside and met a server named Valente. He's always been so amazing with us and his service as well as other staff here has been phenomenal. It's always nice coming over here for more than 5 years and seen this place get renovated and upgraded and we've loved it even more now! Happily Valente is still here to greet us with a smile and give us an amazing service like today when my sister and I came for lunch. The food is ALWAYS amazing! I love getting the hot stone bibimbap and their spicy tofu soup! The banchan is also so good that I literally ask for more all the time and they always come by and giving us more I've never had a bad experience here in the 5 plus years that I've been coming here. We can definitely say we're regulars We want to keep it that way. If you guys come here, you guys will enjoy the throwback Korean music that they also play. For OG kpop fans, you'll enjoy it hahah

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    Do they take big group reservations? I wanted to get an updated answer.

    I'm not sure you might have to call the restaurant, there's no reservations online and in person is was a waiting list.

    Do they take reservations?

    Yeah they are!

    Is the tofu still organic? Previous years they had listed their tofu as organic on their menu. I don't see it now on their menu.

    Yes, still says organic tofu on their menu currently

    This place is listed today as having outdoor seating. Is it still available? If it is, is it covered or heated? How many people can sit there? / April 8, 2023

    No outdoor seating available now. 05/24

    Does anyone know what brand the brown rice is?

    Do they take credit card?

    Yes. When you say you want to use your credit card, they come over with a little machine where you can use your credit card.

    Are they still serving pancake with the meal? All the latest reviews don't mention it.

    No, they are not. I went for dinner about 2 weeks ago.

    Is there still outdoor dining?

    My last visit was about a month ago and yeah! We were sitting outside

    Do they still serve the pancakes and spicy squid salad as part of the banchan?

    They serve the spicy cucumber, seaweed, kimchi, beansprouts, and spicy squid

    How are they operating during Covid? Is it different?

    Take put only. Ask for extra Banchan.

    Did their hours change? It says 10:30 PM / 11 PM everywhere but no one picks up the phone. Do they have new business hours?

    Estás disponible

    What kind of side dishes do they serve ? And is it unlimited?

    They have kimchi, seaweed, steamed bean sprouts, spicy cucumber, and another dish that I think is squid. Yes, they are unlimited.

    Do they take amex?

    yes :)

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    This is a very unassuming restaurant on a busy street in a neighborhood that is very multicultural…read morewith a bodega across the street and a Mexican barber next-door. I had a craving for Chinese pork belly barbecue and found this restaurant. Most people seem to buy in quantity for takeout. I wanted to eat in and there are many tables and chairs if you want to do that and they're very attentive. I had the pork belly, which is every bit as good as advertised! And because I'm on a low-carb diet, I got the green beans-- a full half pound! Between the half pound of pork belly and a half pound of green beans I had plenty to bring home and I'm so grateful that I did. I will be back to bring home the amazing pork belly, and their vegetables-- I have tried to make the stirfry green beans at home and I thought I liked what I made until I tried theirs!! I can't wait to try their Szechuan style eggplant. I understand they are mainly a takeout place by quantity. I only wish because I live alone and going out to eat is fun, that there were more of an in-house atmosphere.

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    Upfront- bad attitude of the new staff- turn out to be a relative of the owner…read more Message to the owners- you're both nice, the husband and wife, but your nephew, or your whatever relative,ruined our experience this time, completely. I've been here many times before and was a returning customer. I've also brought quite a few friends here in the past, which is why this experience was especially disappointing. They recently changed the menu, but none of the staff explained what was new or different. When we arrived, no one came to greet or seat us, so we were simply left standing there and had to figure things out ourselves. I understand that this is a self-service hot pot restaurant, so we don't expect a lot of service. However, even with minimal service required, the overall experience and attitude from the staff felt very poor this time. What makes this even more disappointing is that I used to enjoy coming to have hotpot here, returned many times, and even brought friends with me. Unfortunately, after this experience, I won't be coming back again.

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