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Kaju Soft Tofu Restaurant - in Garden Grove

4.3 (199) 8895 Garden Grove Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92844, United States

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Korean restaurant
Korean barbecue restaurant
Tofu restaurant

Location on the map

Garden Grove, Orange County, California, US

Phone: +1 714-636-2849
Site: https://kajusofttofu.net/

Opening hours

Monday:11 AM–11 PM
Tuesday:11 AM–11 PM
Wednesday:11 AM–11 PM
Thursday:11 AM–11 PM
Friday:11 AM–11 PM
Saturday:11 AM–11 PM
Sunday:11 AM–11 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.3

199 Reviews for Kaju Soft Tofu Restaurant - 2024:

Review №1

2023-07-08 23:52:38

I recommend making a reservation prior to coming here as this place gets busy for a good reason. Heres why...they offer really good Asian food and service thats consistent. We ordered the dumplings and I must say that the dipping sauce they have mixed with a bit of the chili sauce tops it off! Our order included the short ribs with extra rice and the bibimbap. The short ribs were marinated perfectly with every bit you got that bbq flavor, mmm!!! Now, the bibimbap was my first time trying and its a rice bowl with Asian vegetables that tasted so good with a little bit of the spicy sauce added. Definitely a lively popping place that gets busy really quick. Enjoy!

Review №2

2023-10-27 14:48:44

I was near HMart and saw this place during lunch. There is a long line but it was moving pretty fast. The sofu tofu is good. I really enjoyed the tofu with the side dishes.

Review №3

2023-10-29 04:57:01

Kalbi (short-ribs) beef here is ok because the marinaded sauce could use a bit more flavor. Their bulgogi beef is a tad old, stale and a bit chewy so I would not order this dish again. Their seafood tofu soup is good though so I would recommend you try it or other types of tofu soups they have here.

Review №4

2023-10-08 16:51:12

My bulgogi was really flavorful and tender. There was a robot that deliver food to your table that was cute. I might come back here again.

Review №5

2023-08-08 13:54:50

For a reasonable price, Kaju Soft Tofu has a variety of offerings, including their bibimbap and sets like their pork bulgogi. Their pork bulgogi is very flavorful with a nice level of spicy and aromatic flavors infused in the pork. They are also very fair with their Ban Chan, refilling it the moment it runs out. Their kimchi is not too sour while having the umami fermented taste. Overall, a great option for Korean food.

Review №6

2023-02-14 22:58:39

First time here! Stopped by for late lunch/ early dinner. Prompt, friendly service. The food was excellent, and it was trippy having a robot waiter deliver part of our food. The beef was tasty and well prepared, as was the chicken. I had kimche tofu soup, which was a delight. All the side dishes were a treat and the rice was just about the best Ive ever had. Very reasonable prices. I definitely recommend this restaurant and cant wait to go again.

Review №7

2023-03-19 18:17:33

The pan-fried veggie gyozas are so crispy! Love the circular shape bc they fit neatly into the dipping cup. Gonna order these every time now. I got the sesame tofu spicy. Their tofu soup has been consistently delicious in my experience. The price is kind of high for tofu soup so I only go occasionally now. Quick service and always fun to watch the robot deliver hot dishes.

Review №8

2023-11-03 05:21:01

Delicious soft tofu mushroom soup. you get the main dish along with rice and side dishes

Review №9

2021-03-14 22:19:14

Having been a regular customer I have noticed that the rice has become mushy and the side dishes are much smaller than before, if you want 5 star go back the way it was.Latest Update.Rice is MUCH better and the portion is EXCELLENT. All the sides are great as well.Only wish they had separate place for phone orders to go instead of having to wait for more than 15 minutes after the order supposed to be ready.

Review №10

2019-01-05 03:05:14

I normally come during lunch. Try to get here at least 15 minutes before noon, otherwise expect a bit of a wait. Its usually pretty busy, but the servers are quick. The tofu soups are the best of any place Ive had nearby and I usually get the spicy chicken or pork as well; the all-you-can-eat sides are really well made and delicious. I stopped ordering triple-spicy (the hottest level on the menu), its not too spicy for my tongue but it always upsets my stomach.

Review №11

2022-12-05 04:14:25

Came here, waited around an hour or so. The tofu soup was great and the meat dish I got was delicious. Service was amazing as well but I would’ve preferred less waiting. Again, love the tofu soup here though! Recommend going for the mushroom tofu soup!

Review №12

2023-09-04 03:13:26

Very nice service on a Wednesday night. The young gentleman who works there is always super hardworking, and has come to me a few times to see if I am doing ok. This is the kind of service that truly deserves recognition.

Review №13

2023-08-14 01:44:18

As an individual who takes pride on being Korean, Kaju Tofu was an extremely frustrating experience.I’ll start with what I came for: the food. I ordered their famous Tofu Soup. The consistency, flavor, and texture of the tofu was exactly what every hungry Korean would look for in a traditional dish. I found the menu to have a variety of dishes including the tofu this restaurant prides itself on. I would order takeout from this place as the food was solid when that’s the only factor. The men I saw working hard in the kitchen were phenomenal and prepared each dish with true precision and skill. Everything that came out of that kitchen made me feel like I was right in the heart of Seoul, ordering a warm, hearty soup on a cool summer night. Even the water was exactly what I look for in a glass of water. The clarity of the water was perfect and complimented each of the dishes my party ordered.Let me get to the part that was the elephant in the room. From the moment I walked into this establishment, the customer service felt off. As I entered, I noticed a line of customers waiting. However, there was no one to take my name for the waitlist that was supposedly going. After waiting for about 8 minutes, a waitress by the name of Kay stormed over to the front and told my party to enter our information on the iPad at the door. There wasn’t an employee designated to greeting us or even explaining how Kaju’s check-in process worked. The iPad wasn’t working and it took us about 3 tries to get the attention of the waitress for her to even walk over and try to help us fix the problem being the iPad. Eventually, she sat us down at our table and seemed extremely irritated when taking our order. None of the front of house employees seemed to have any interest in providing a quality customer experience. There were about 3 women working as waitresses and the restaurant even had a robot that served us. Yes. A moving robot that brought the food to us. See, the problem here is that the restaurant prioritized the efficiency of the business over the care the customers deserved. I honestly believe that the robot was the friendliest worker I encountered during my time at Kaju. Whenever I asked for extra water or napkins, the waitresses would disregard my request after acknowledging the fact that they heard me. The staff provided absolutely no attention to my party or the other customers which was extremely disappointing. I wouldn’t come back solely based on the customer service experience even though the food was perfect. Saying the service was minimal is an overstatement. Every employee seemed annoyed at the customers. I think the waitresses (Kay included) could use some TLC and/or vacation time. When hiring future employees, please be more careful about the attitudes of the staff. Quality over quantity. The training and goals of the establishment need to be improved. If I wasn’t Korean, I would think that all Korean restaurants have dreadful service such as this one. In addition to harming this restaurant’s reputation, I fear that Kaju will ruin the perception of all Korean businesses to non-Korean folk. This is a global crisis that Kaju has the power to save.

Review №14

2023-02-14 17:28:29

As their name says all, they are determined to be know as a Soft Tofu soup specialist. In winter, this is not at all a bad place to eat. Of course most Americans have no idea what to eat in Hankook restaurant. They usually know Kalbi, northern Korean style flat rib bbq. Real Hallyu is rice, vegetables and seafoods. Meat eating culture is a transplant culture from North. Stop sipping soju too much, it’s strong and may f your brain unless you’re a psychopath already. It’s another transplant culture from North, that is particularly from mongol invaders.

Review №15

2022-10-09 20:17:54

Came here many times, either dine-in or take-out, always to my satisfaction. Fair prices, great food, fast services (staff are so focus and dedicated to their jobs, like many other Korean restaurants, wish they can smile more 😅). IMHO, their foods are tastier than BCD Tofu House. Use the waitlist function in Yelp! in advance to avoid long wait

Review №16

2019-02-02 20:53:31

This place is always crowded especially in the weekends. They have Yelp check-in now the last time I was here. Overall the meat and tofu are super so its definitely worth the way. Its a level above BCD chain. They have a bakery shop right next door so you can get some pastries for dessert or tomorrow breakfast. I always go for the short ribs combo. The side dishes are good as well and unlimited refills!

Review №17

2020-01-24 09:23:39

Finally got to try this restaurant out and it did not disappoint!!My friends and I were deciding between this place and BCD. Since BCD near us was packed, we picked Kaju because we were able to utilize the yelp waitlist. That is a huge game changer for us since we had the luxury of signing up from our home and having the table ready when we got there.The food here is not very cheap but you do get great quality food. My boyfriend wasn’t feeling the soup, so he opted for the a la carte beef bulgogi sizzling plate that came on a bed of white onions. This costs $20.99 and comes with a pot of white rice.I wanted to try the combo meal so I could get the best of both worlds. I also chose the beef bulgogi and had the vegetable dumpling tofu soup with mild spice for $20.99. Considering I was not super hungry, I definitely could have split the combo meal between my boyfriend and I but I can see how it would be a perfect portion for someone with an appetite.The tofu is indeed as soft as the restaurant name claims and the broth is delicious! I love how they also gave us eggs so I could cook it in my tiny pot and then pour over my rice once cooked.The banchan was also quite delicious. We especially enjoyed the fish cakes and cucumbers and these can be refilled as often as you’d like.The bill comes with gratuity added on so no need to break out the calculator.Overall, this isn’t the cheapest restaurant in garden grove but the food was worth it and I can see myself returning for another visit!

Review №18

2019-02-07 20:00:23

Tip: Check in on Yelp to save your place and time. There are a few non-pork options for the soup!Parking in this area during the weekend is HORRENDOUS.They’re known for their tofu soup so def recommend that. They have a scale of spiciness which is nice. Nothing like Thai spice though.Price is a little on the expensive side for sure but portion is big. They do charge for extra rice. They do have brown rice optional. Free refills on side dishes but it takes forever to flag down a server.They do sells kimchi individually in a Togo container. Their kimchi is actually really good so i had to ask. ~$8 for small foam soup container and ~$14 for medium foam soup container.

Review №19

2020-01-13 02:50:17

Good Korean food. This place is always packed so make sure you join their Yelp wait list before coming in to save time. More than 5 people will be charged 18% tips.

Review №20

2019-06-30 05:07:46

After going to one other tofu house and hearing so much hype about Kaju, I feel its a bit of a let down. The other place had more flavorful broth for the same order (beef tofu soup). Also, the kalbi was more flavor as well. Maybe i just came in on the wrong day?I do have to say that the tidy at Kaju was silkier than the other place. But overall the other place, I think, is more my style.The service here is good, and the Banchan is good also. Plus, I do like that the rice comes in individual pots. Parking is kind of a pain because its in a strip mall so sharing with so many other shops.Overall, Id come back if I was in the area. Maybe give it another go.

Review №21

2019-12-31 07:48:38

Love all the unique traditional design elements from the old school type sets to the old dolls and wooden masks to the heavy sturdy tables to the wallpaper. But, most importantly, the food is amazing without being pretentious. The customers are a mix between Korean and the heavy Vietnamese neighborhood its located. Really appreciate the wheeled banh chan cart that goes around which makes refilling so convenient and fast. Theres actually 3 vegetarian soft tofu options available (vegetable, mushroom and veggie dumplings). Another location in Buena Park.LPT: Get there within 30 min of opening at 11am for lunch otherwise theres a line already. GO KALBI or GO HOME!

Review №22

2019-05-04 19:20:42

The service was very prompt and the restaurant was relatively clean. Most importantly the food was great. I personally like the old setting design in the interior. It makes things the restaurant look more cultured and authentic. Their kimchi side dishes were delicious.

Review №23

2023-06-04 14:00:18

Really enjoyed it. Seemed better than most average places. Good selection of supplementary dishes. It would be nice if they have Bibimbab bottle sauce at the table instead offering it with small containers.

Review №24

2021-02-02 04:38:37

5 stars - The food is amazing, from the appetizers (banchan) to the entrees. I leave satisfied every time. Went here on a Monday during covid times and only outdoor seating is allowed so better come early or there can be quite a wait. I will definitely come back. This is now one of my go to comfort food.

Review №25

2019-03-25 05:13:57

Food definitely good, but service suffer a bit from the vast volume of people. Wait list via Yelp before u come to save time

Review №26

2020-08-12 07:51:20

My friend C. Lee and I went to try out this place, once we arrived we got our temperature checked, after that we were seated outside where umbrellas were set up in a sloppy way, my friend being 58 almost got hit by one of the umbrellas which was not set up properly but we appreciate they are trying to accommodate outside seating in view of Covid-19, the cons we experienced at this place was the fact that you need to pay in advance for your food and with it you know you got to include your tip amount if you are not caring cash in your pocket and paying with a card, so that felt kind of weird paying before you eat your food and then be seated down, food based on my tap was not very affordable, staff was not checking with us as normally any restaurant will do with their customers, food was tasty and delicious, sin e Covid-19 has made these type of restaurant to improvise and they may not be the est at it, I try my best to review and rate these places in the best of my ability based in my experience while eating at these places.

Review №27

2018-02-20 04:57:52

Beats BCD tofu house, Sundubu-jjigae is flavorful, banchun are plentiful and have a better flavor profile than BCD. Food overall is better quality and so is the service. Restaurant is packed most of the time because of the reasons why I stated earlier. The reason why Im comparing it to BCD tofu house is because the once go to hot spot for Sundubu has since become complacent and lost their drive to provide quality food with excellent flavor. This is an excellent restaurant, there is limited parking and seating, so patience is needed if you want to eat here.

Review №28

2023-10-19 20:46:15

This place is so good im craving it right now THE FOOD IS SO COMFORTING AND DELICIOUS I LOVE KAJU TOFUUUUUUUU

Review №29

2019-04-03 22:11:06

Surprizingly good! Got the Ham and Cheese soup, served bubbling at the table. Was like eating a big bowl of macaroni and cheese without the guilt. Felt a little expensive for soup but with all the extra side dishes, there was a lot of value.

Review №30

2023-08-15 04:03:09

Their dishes were a delightful surprise, with the soft tofu stew standing out as a comforting and flavorful delight.

Review №31

2023-09-06 16:47:15

Authentic Korean food, and setting. Fun robot delivers none boiling food to your table.

Review №32

2018-08-09 05:25:31

My favorite place to get tofu stew! The banchans always really good and fresh as well. Always happy to come back!! ♡

Review №33

2023-06-09 17:14:20

Pretty authentic. Not so salty for the tofu pot. Will come back for more. Mushroom tofu mild & hotplate Galbi taste good.

Review №34

2017-12-10 07:19:12

Love the tofu soup and side dishes here. Beef bulgogi + galbi + grilled mackerel are lovely. Beautiful tradicional decoration....

Review №35

2023-04-11 00:46:20

I order from here constantly because of how good the food is, one of my favorite places to eat! And all the sides are always delicious. Oyster soup is my favorite dish!

Review №36

2018-12-29 05:58:21

Food is awesome, the only complaint is that when you order to go, they don’t give you the same side dish as you would take if you eat there. I asked to substitute the kimchi for fish cake and they charge extra. :/ what happened Estela?

Review №37

2019-12-09 16:36:01

So busy... Make ure reservation online and plan accordingly... Fast service once seated... Food was good...

Review №38

2016-12-02 06:02:53

Since 02. Consistent, quality flavors. Prepare for a wait. $11 soups with clay stone rice pot and sides.

Review №39

2022-07-10 08:52:25

There’s usually a good amount of people so you may have to wait around 10+ minutes to be seated but the food arrives fairly quick after you order. The food was also very good (especially rice and seafood) and WOULD recommend! The place itself isn’t too bad and didn’t seem to be dirty. Would come here again.

Review №40

2022-10-18 14:09:38

I came to this place and ask to Order To Go, kid/waiter talk to lady standing behind register, then proceed to tell me to go upfront and order on the machine.Never did the server or anyone offer to helps ME order my foods. Mind you I Never order food on a machine at this place.I left and went back to BCD Tofu House instead where they have Amazing customers.Im NOT Going back to place anytime soon.

Review №41

2022-03-20 03:45:13

Best soft tofu soup Ive ever had!! Service is amazing and food is delicious!

Review №42

2022-11-14 02:49:35

Soup was tasteful and the customer service is great!

Review №43

2023-04-09 20:49:49

Great Staff and Food is top notch, Fast Service too. One thing is its always chilly inside and you might be in a draft where ever you sit so bring a jacket.

Review №44

2022-09-01 21:42:51

I always go to this restaurant every time I’m in town. Kaju soft tofu soup is top-notched restaurant that I can recommend you. They may get busy but everything is worth for the waiting and the money. My favorite dishes was soft tofu with oyster.

Review №45

2022-04-01 03:19:35

I always love going to this location with my boyfriend! Weve been going here since high school and it hasnt changed in quality since! We typically share the meat that comes with the combo I get and he orders another tofu soup for himself. Sadly, they always seem to have a price increase. That doesnt stop us from dining here because the experience and nostalgia is priceless!

Review №46

2023-05-18 17:15:48

The restaurant that warmed my sad heart..Also my friend who doesnt like soup ate it allSo I was shocked hahaAnd there‘s always a line to wait because its so popular

Review №47

2023-04-26 04:47:53

Food quality is above average, prices are very fair, they have robot servers which are cool, staff are very friendly and accommodating, restaurant design is average, parking is busy and small parking spaces, but definitely worth visiting

Review №48

2022-10-06 23:17:19

First time here. Food is OK. Service is poor.The Korean Ajumma server is very unfriendly. We walked in and wanted to sit at smaller table, she insisted we should sit on the longer,bigger one. Totally wierd!Asked for another small bowl, she said it should be used for rice, not Soup?! PLEASE...were the customers, we just need an extra bowl!!!Few minutes later, a Korean family of 5 showed up, we have the exact same dishes, this Ajumma server super politely greeted them and even served their rice with bowl. Different treatment if we dont speak Korean?Throughout the dinner, only one young man came twice to check on us, asked if we needed more side dishes. And he truly worked hard as our family observed. We left tips for him.Frankly, Will NEVER go back or recommend this place, theres way more delicious Korean restaurants in that area.Respect everyone regardless of who they are, thats just basic.

Review №49

2019-09-10 06:47:12

The tofu soup was really good. The thin slices ribs were soft and tasty and a lot of side dishes along with the main dish. Love it love it..

Review №50

2022-02-28 01:14:51

Been eating here for many years. The customer service and food quality are very excellent (taste, texture, temperature, smell, appearance) and consistent. I would recommend eating in-person to get the best experience and freshness of the cooked food. The soups, meats and bibimbap (rice dishes) are on point in seasoning and cookery. The sides are very good as well, especially if you appreciate good quality kimchi. The wait times can be very long, so I recommend using their Wait-list feature on Yelp (or online) to see your status until you get a table, however, the restaurant is pretty bad about enforcing people to remove themselves from the list if they decide not to eat there (because of the wait time or whatever), therefore, I recommend to also go there in person to ask about what the wait time really is as you point out your place in the Wait-list. If you do not want to deal with lines, then you can order the food for pickup/delivery, which I have done before, food is still great, but if you get bibimbap, the rice wont get slightly toasted since there is no hot stone bowl to continue heating it up after the food is brought out like in-person. The pricing is about $10-12 per main dish/plate, so decent for what you get. Definitely one of the best Korean restaurants in Orange County in my book and easily recommended to those that want to have a good meal.

Review №51

2019-01-25 05:00:58

You want soon tofu...this place will not disappoint. Great service, love the food...also their bibimap delicious

Review №52

2021-09-01 04:41:41

Although the food was delicious, the service we received from Jennifer, a server there, outraged many of the people who were a part of my group. I usually never write reviews for any place, phenomenally good or ridiculously bad, but this experienced was worth writing about. We ordered five dinner sets, therefore, we received a variety of tofu soups. I ordered a dumpling tofu soup for my soup side of the deal. However, what came out were five soups, one of which was not the dumpling soup we requested. We notified our waiter, as a result. With all honestly no one at our table had anything against her, we simply wanted the right soup we ordered. However, she spent about 8-10 minutes repeatedly counting and arguing with people from my party about the missing dumpling soup. Eventually we all concluded that although we had the right NUMBER of soup bowls at our table, we did not receive the right TYPE. Jennifer did not budge, claiming that because we have the right amount, she will not give us the dumpling soup we ordered. Frustrated and not wanting to escalate the situation further, we settled the issue by letting in to her reasoning. With all thats been said, the experience was truly shocking and probably one of the reasons I personally will not be coming back. The other waiters and waitresses were helpful and kind, but Jennifer in particular was one to note most definitely.To note: When we had asked for Jennifers name, she put her hand up to us and said Give me a second, only to swiftly walk to the register and continue her business. We had to go up to a different waitress for her name. I dont think it takes very long to utter a word or so; how frustrating.

Review №53

2020-03-08 07:43:15

Loved the tofu soup thanks for good food and a great price point definitely recommend stopping by to get a bite

Review №54

2023-08-13 22:27:06

Delicious soo dubu and fast service! I would definitely come back!

Review №55

2022-07-10 20:37:08

The manager’s service was terrible as she almost threw the hot soup in the corner of the table and left. I asked her to politely place it in front of my company, and she ignored. After I complained, she apologized sarcastically at first then apologized again after finding out Im actually upset. This manager needs some proper training in my opinion.** other staff and servers were GREAT btw.As far as food, I wouldnt spend this much money for this quality.

Review №56

2018-10-25 09:58:12

My most favorite Korean soft tofu restaurant I like oyster and kimchi tofu soup and grilled mackerel, they are verrrrry delicious

Review №57

2022-07-18 17:43:50

Their use of robot to serve your side dish was a happy surprise.I would think their food, maybe just average to its price. However, I felt extremely thirsty afterward. I believe this restaurant has used MSG either in soup or dishes…

Review №58

2022-03-19 21:09:27

Do not eat here unless you enjoy throwing away your hard earned money. One star was too much for this restaurant. Me and my co worker order beef rib combo. The bill was $61.97 after tax. The rib had bigger bones than the meat .It so tough I threw away most of it. They have no shame charging people that kind of money.It was worst experience ever. Do not eat here.Try BCD tofu right down the street instead. Yuck!

Review №59

2021-06-06 03:57:06

This is the first time Ive gone to an actual Korean restaurant... usually Ive had Korean food from friends. There were 9 of us, we each ordered something different and tried each others food... it was all delicious! They lost a star because initially, the waitress couldnt get it together... and even though 7 of our 9 guests checked in, they wouldnt seat us until EVERYONE was present.

Review №60

2022-12-24 15:32:01

Grateful for the variety of accurate spicy levels. White is truly that and the triple spicy was also as hot as promised. Been to many a place were niether were true.

Review №61

2022-04-23 19:55:16

I had the spicy sundaeguk and it was so delicious. I came around lunchtime noon on a Saturday. The side dishes were delicious. The kimchi was superb. One of the ahjummas even asked me if I wanted extra which is just like how they do it in South Korea.Portions were great as youre left feeling satisfied.Overall highly recommend for some traditional Korean food. Ill be coming back to this location to try out different foods for sure.감사합니다!

Review №62

2021-10-29 04:48:31

This is my go to spot for Korean Tofu Soup. They can accommodate and make it spicy without making the broth too bitter. Only down side is that this restaurant is either dead and empty or busy as heck. Good luck trying to figure out the off peak hours. Make sure to waitlist on Yelp on your drive there which helps with cutting down on the wait time! Service is hit or miss but there’s a cute little Latina lady that is honestly just the sweetest. Unlikely but I hope she sees this shout out.

Review №63

2019-10-06 22:05:42

The tofu soups are amazing- very hearty and filling. The side dishes are top notch quality and you have to try their fried dumplings. Although I didnt get it during my visit, the galbi looks really delicious and Id definitely get it next time. Useful tip: check in on the Yelp app so you dont have to wait as long.

Review №64

2021-12-31 19:56:34

We came in to order takeout food when the store just opened. And we waited for more than 30mins and still got no foods while they served dine-in customers. When we came to ask how much longer the wait would be, they just ignored us and walked away with no answers. How rude!And even when they brought the takeout food bags out to put them in takeout cubbies, they didn’t even let us know our orders were ready. We had to look from outside and walked in to check the labels of those bags.

Review №65

2016-11-27 01:02:22

This is and continues to be one of my favorite tofu soup. The food is always delicious, and the portion is generous. If I am rating this place only on the main food, then it would have been perfect. However, with Korean food the side dishes are just as important and it really adds to the food. This is the one time it totally disappointed me, because the side dishes tasted really old, and not fresh at all, especially the bean sprouts. The service was great! The waitress was kind and constantly checked on us.

Review №66

2021-09-15 16:08:27

Was a bit disappointed overall, service was fine for this type of place but the food was a let down. Everything lacked flavor. The bibimbap was so bland that I even after pouring all the sauce and adding some of the pork bulgogi, it still just tasted like roasted rice. The bulgogi wasnt terrible, but definitely not spicy and the sundubu was fine, but BCD is definitely better. The sides were okay, some better than others. Overall, Im sure its acceptable to some but there are better options out there.

Review №67

2022-04-22 04:02:31

Delicious food! Came and ordered a lunch combo (spicy pork bulgogi and tofu soup) everything was delicious and served hot. So much food too! The service was quick and friendly.

Review №68

2023-04-05 10:45:19

Love the combo deals. The tofu are delicious also. I tried other places but kaju taste the best.

Review №69

2020-10-24 03:48:02

My experience was mixed. The restaurant was really busy, but the staff did a great job of hustling. Their hyper-efficiency however meant rushed/terse/impatient interactions with patrons. As for the food, the soup was delicious, the side dishes were simple/average, while the pork bulgogi was greasy and lacked flavor.

Review №70

2022-05-21 21:31:35

Way better than BCD in terms of flavor and like ten miles ahead in terms of service. Absolutely tasty, richer in flavor and has twice the amount of tofu. They even have kalbi tofu!!! The only negative is no yellow croaker fried fish and parking is busy. Took me 25 years to find a tofu place better than BCD! Banchan is very good too.

Review №71

2023-10-04 18:11:31

Cleaning chemical smell is too strong, can’t enjoy the food 😟

Review №72

2021-05-08 19:28:43

Food is good but they even charge you for the water. Whats next...

Review №73

2022-04-14 01:31:08

My go to for soft tofu!! The combo meal is good with a decent portion of meat and individual size hot tofu. During prime time, get on waitlist on yelp!

Review №74

2021-03-24 02:39:58

I went to this restaurant for my girlfriend’s birthday celebration last night. However, it turns out to be a horrible dining-in experience.First of all, the waitress shuffled the iPad at my throat right after I ordered our food asking me to pay for the food and also exactly how much I wanted to pay in tips. She even aggressively named out different tip amount. This is all before any drink and food was served.Secondly, we ordered $80 worth of food and asked for a refill of 2 condiments, but some older Korean lady marched out the kitchen and gave us a lecture of how we can not take the condiments to go along with our entrees we ordered. What do they do with my leftovers, I wonder are they going to recycle my leftover condiments then serve to someone else.Thirdly, it felt very uncomfortable eating there because we felt like we were being watched like a hawk. And then out of the blue, there was this ghost floating by our table whispering “ Please don’t take it to go”. And who happened to be the buzz boy.My friend the birthday girl felt so bad about the whole situation. And it totally ruined her birthday and our night out. Had I known they were so rude and offensive, I would not have given a 15% tip. But again, the restaurant hijacked customers to pay tips before service, so us can only pray that we will not be mistreated.

Review №75

2020-10-21 04:04:29

First off, the good in this COVID environment... theyre temperature screening people and everything except the stoneware was disposable. Outdoor dining.The bad... food isnt good anymore and it no longer justifies the premium over any other tofu place (or even the grocery store soon tofu).Ive been here before and the food *used* to be better... It was the best. Its bland now and we drove from Anaheim to eat here, leaving us even more disappointed.The soup in my #1 was super hot temperature wise but the flavor wasnt there at all. Wife said the same about her kimchi beef. Too much tofu and not nearly enough soup.The bulgogi that we ordered the kids was ok for the $23 it cost.My $6 Hite was super disappointing the bottle was barely cold (no condensate).They charge for $1 for water (only bottles).Dude taking order also made us pay immediately after we ordered and automatically added tip because we had two adults and three young kids.He was in a rush taking our order and service was pretty much dropping off the food and cleaning up the table.$74 for two bowls of soup, an order of bulgogi, lukewarm beer, and a bottle of water. We are not coming back.

Review №76

2021-01-05 05:02:01

This place is busy at lunch and parking is difficult.The service was not good for a party of one..

Review №77

2017-02-09 09:04:53

All other local restaurants were full with a long wait, so we ventured in here, not really wanting a burger but prepared to be tempted. The burger was nice which I had, the service was friendly and efficient and there was a decent choice of beers. A good burger joint overall if thats what youre wanting.

Review №78

2021-04-15 03:37:13

Food is ok not that great and service is HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE! Worst dining experience we ever had.Waitresses have lots of attitude and rush you to pay while paying very little attention while you dine. Will definitely never come back.I read some of the reviews here and so far the one star reviews are more accurate than the fake 5 stars they paid Local Guide to write. Our experience is exactly like what Rui Liu posted on here. Rude and careless. They don’t give a sh** about customer service. Avoid dining here. Food is also overpriced. You barely got to look at the bill anyway cause they will rush you and make you feel very uncomfortable.

Review №79

2019-07-22 18:48:42

Venue - Decent size Tofu restaurant with plenty of seating, always kept clean.Staff - Staff here is always quick, friendly and on top of orders.Food - Always great tasting food, never changes on taste. Very authentic and fresh taste.Price - Standard going rate for Tofu food.Parking - The parking isnt the best with the crowded complex here in the plaza.Overall great place and will be coming back.

Review №80

2021-04-23 22:05:42

Definitely, not my favorite tofu restaurant. Soups were salty and spicy. Not enough side dishes as traditional Korean Tofu restaurant. No hot-pot steamed rice, spicy squid, rice soup, fried fishes. Also, need to buy the water bottles. Not friendly services

Review №81

2018-10-13 23:46:15

Food was ok, but I personally feel its not worth waiting for 45 minutes. One of the waitresses kept forgetting that I was there waiting in line for 10 minutes & she tried to sit people who walked in later than I did complaining that I wasnt there when she called my name (duh-), service wasnt the greatest, really dirty bathroom & my bowl of rice was covered with something black specks or burnt food particles. Price seems too high in general.

Review №82

2022-11-14 05:48:39

Super delicious, a must try!

Review №83

2021-06-13 21:47:13

Been coming here for over a decade, before they expanded. Sooooooo good. Serious import food. Every soup delicious ( havent attempted the ham n cheese), and sides yummy. Bimibab, bulgogi delish. Dumplings so so, but youre there for the soup which is the main event, and ALWAYS worth the wait❤❤❤❤* note: they DID deliver, but cancellex it w grubhub. Thats disappointing....

Review №84

2019-05-07 21:44:44

Vegetarian friendly, I had the Kimchi Tofu Soup. The side dish were fresh & tasty. Family atmosphere, quick service but expect a wait time busy place. Great food draws a crowd. I will definitely be back!

Review №85

2017-09-21 01:27:45

Lovely place for tourists. Has vegetarian options and is very good. The SHRIMP and clams are old, I would not eat them. It is Mexican, American, Koeran and Vietnamese friendly because they have translator. I suggest combos A and C, combos serve 2 people but i suggest buying more rice. Friendly area with all you can eat sides. Price is moderate but very tasty. Will come back again!

Review №86

2017-12-12 18:52:54

There was no wait when they opened on Sunday but they filled up quick, probably as the Korean churches were emptying. The customers and staff are mostly Korean but menus are primarily in English and staff speak English so ordering without a Korean speaker is easy. The food was very good and they did a good job of giving us mild levels of spiceyness or very high levels of spiciness on request. They do take out but ordering in is probably the way to go as they serve most food on sizzling stoneware and the side dishes are free and refillable in house but are not included (can be purchased at extra fee) for take out.

Review №87

2019-07-08 05:29:46

This is the terrible restaurant I never seen before and I think I never come back again. Why ? Because their service is so really really bad. Our group have 6 people and we have waited for a long long time to get a table . When we need to go some leftovers food they do not allow we take the kim chi while those food we were paid already. Furthermore, when we order more food for to go they asked me pay first and told we wait just about 10, but actually we had to wait for 35 minutes. OMG !!!We do not recommend you come here .

Review №88

2018-08-05 03:28:17

So delicious here! Not too big so it gets busy quick! This was the first time we had hot tofu soup and now we cant wait to go back! Great staff and food here! Make sure to get extra water

Review №89

2018-02-10 20:50:44

Freaking delicious. My brother took me here for the first time about 2 years ago and Ive been addicted to this restaurant ever since. It is very popular so if youre going during peak hours its going to be very very very busy but entirely worth the wait!!!! Highly recommend to all my friends!

Review №90

2018-05-02 00:14:14

This was my first time ever having Korean food, and I fell in love... Ive tried tofu houses since and they all pale in comparison. The food comes piping hot and boiling, the broth is to die for, and the service is quick. One night we went just before closing, and it was still packed! Easily one of my favorite places to eat in OC.

Review №91

2016-09-04 19:12:31

The spice or flavor here is the most superior of all soft tofu restaurants. BCD doesnt come close.

Review №92

2019-03-03 06:46:07

The only thing that keeps this from a 5 star rating is the inconsistency of the service. Sometimes its pretty good...but tonight was terrible. Banchan showed up after the main dish, could not get water refilled, no refills on the side dishes either. Friendliness level was a zero. The Buena Park location is much better--plenty of seating, ample parking, and very friendly servers. Food is fantastic, and the Soondubu cant be beat at either location.

Review №93

2023-01-03 05:50:18

Personally not a big fan of the restaurant. I would say the food is mediocre at its best. Especially considering the average wait time of 30 mins+ during busy hours, it was not worth the wait.

Review №94

2019-02-17 18:39:36

Always bad services! We had a large group (10 people). They took our orders at the door before having a table. When we got a table, they started bringing out food but utensils sets were missing and no water. They placed all the hot pots of rice next to the kids!!! Took a while to have a server coming over to ask for more utensils and water and refilling side dishes. A server was reluctant giving me a container to bring my left over home!!! She said only the meat can be taken home not left over kimchi. Wth, we paid for them. They were gonna throw away if we leave it there. They totally didnt deserve the $28 tips that were charged to our table with that kind of services they provided. There are other Tofu house we can go to that knows how to provide good customer services!

Review №95

2018-07-19 23:49:16

This is a great place for anyone who isnt familiar with tofu type restaurants. The menu is fairly simple easy to pick combos, weve been coming here for years (before they expanded). The portions did get a bit smaller since the expansion but still good amount.

Review №96

2019-12-04 16:24:24

I REALLY like the side dishes here. The kim chi is mildly spicy with a bit of sweetness. I really enjoyed it... so much so that I pretty much ate rice and side dishes. Took the tofu soup home and ate it for dinner the next night. Theres a line especially during dinner time. Do yourself a favor and put your name down on Yelp waitlist before you get here.

Review №97

2017-01-25 20:17:10

This place used to be smaller, but they expanded and took over the video store that used to be there. Im so glad they did because it used to be such a longgggg wait. It has a very clean environment, great service, and delicious food. This place has my favorite side dishes (theyre unlimited) and I highly recommend getting their bibimbap! This is always a great destination to hangout and eat with my friends. You have a variety of soup to choose from with different level of spices. I also love that that they open late for those late night food runs. Overall, I highly recommend this place if youre searching for a Korean cuisine.

Review №98

2019-12-23 07:13:13

I ordered 2 vegetable tofu soups Carryout in the Garden Grove location and have been told about 20 minutes waiting. I was waiting there more than 30minutes but no one bring the food out while I stand inside the restaurant, then I approach to the cashier and ask my Togo was done or not. She was looking under the table and hang over the bag without say apologizing and rolling her eyes with rude attitude. Unbelievable how’s the bad customer service that I was so disappointed.Never come back

Review №99

2019-03-29 07:46:51

We are almost regulars here! This is like a once a week thing for me and my friends. Everything is so good, staff is super friendly. Sometimes there is a wait but its worth it. Just go roam Hmart or Paris Baguette next door as you wait for your number to be called.Seriously delicious tofu soup and sides! Love this place even more during the cold winter nights.The only downside is that you smell after eating here. Its in your hair, clothes, my wallet, purse, shoes lol

Review №100

2018-02-07 16:46:53

Fairly convoluted menu unless youre with people that have been. Easiest thing to order are their combo meals. It comes with soft tofu soup and meat entree. Pick your soup, pick a spice level (Ive noticed that their spice level is lower than others, so if you usually order medium go for hot here), then sit back and enjoy. Theyre super popular and busy so plan on showing up early

Review №101

2019-06-12 10:24:23

While in town for a presentation, my daughter picked here for lunch. I was worried about running late ico lunch line-ups but the server had us seated immediately and we were eating less than 15 minutes after we ordered. The Galbi Tofu (medium spicy) and beef Tofu soups that we ordered really hit the spot. And the lunch price wasnt a deal-breaker either. Consider eating here if youre in the area.

Review №102

2023-02-12 04:43:10

We love tofu pot here. It is incredible. My Son loves the beef short rib.

Review №103

2019-05-07 05:06:37

The food is very authentic to Korean cuisine and delicious.Came for specifically for bibimbap. Its an assortment of various mixed veggies including cucumbers, spinach, and mushrooms mixed with meet and an egg into rice. Recommend!The portions are much bigger than I am use to so I you might have leftovers.

Review №104

2020-10-26 18:02:56

Hands down softest tofu soup. The tofu melts in your mouth, salivating thinking about it. I also love their side dishes!Sweet auntie waitresses & always a speedy service for how busy & popular they are.

Review №105

2017-06-23 05:17:58

Good food but the service can be slow since they are always busy.

Review №106

2018-06-01 12:54:22

There was a little wait but the line moved pretty fast. Most people left before being called so when you write your name on the whiteboard dont freak out because half those names are people who will leave. Its a tight spaced dining area with a couple family style benches. The food is great. Thats why theres a line. Doesnt matter if you get the Kaju bowl or a soft tofu soup, youll love it. Almost all dished come in a thick stone bowl and the non-soup ones have a nice layer of crispy rice at the bottom. Enjoy!

Review №107

2017-09-23 22:45:41

I am not someone that writes negative reviews. I like to look at the positive side of evey business, but I feel like I should let the owner know of the bad customer service at this garden grove location. Your employees should really step up in customer service. Customer service is a major roll in every business specially in restaurants, if a customer has a negative experience they will let the entire world know, the same applies to having a wonderful experience and getting the best customer service. Sadly for my family and I we got the bad customer service. It was around 2pm on a Saturday afternoon the place was not busy, we walked in, got seated and waited around 15 min for a waitress to acknowledge us and ask if we would like anything to drink. After the lady brought us our drinks she left and totally forgot about us. We press the service button that was next to us ( the service button is used to request service when no one is around ) we waited 10 min and nothing, we were ignored, I had to wave the lady down.. We finally placed our order, food was delivered in a timely manner the food was good no complaints about the food but after the food was delivered she forgot about us again. We ran out of water and to get the ladys attention was extremely hard, while waving the lady down she looked at me, we had eye contact, so i know she saw me, but she decided to ignore me. After she finally couldnt ignore us anymore she came by and asked if we needed something.... honestly.?, I been waving you down for a while now and you come and ask me that???? ( I though to myself). We nicely asked for more water, she brought us our drinks and left. We were finally ready to leave and we waited for like 20 min to get her attention to pay. She finally brought us the Check and left never came back to charge us, we waited and waited, while waiting a family arrived they got seated next to us, another lady was their server, as soon as they sat she ask what they would like to drink, she came back with their drinks and soon after she took their order.... keep in mind we are right next to them still waiting to be charge, so i mentioned to my sister, out loud, loud enough so she could hear us, I wonder if anyone has walked out without paying here??.. She immediately stopped what she was doing turned around and took the check with our card, the card that had been waiting to be charge for a ridiculous amount of time. While she was taking the check away I asked for some boxes to go, I even added please. She came back with no boxes, and continue taking the other peoples order. My sister was filling out the credit card receipt the tip part, we tip very well I dont mind tipping $30 or more for good customer service. But I have never asked my sister not to tip, this lady did not deserve a tip, I made her scratch out the tip part so even though the customer service was REALLY BAD my sister was still willing to tip you guys, sorry but NO. At this point we are still waiting for the boxes, I finally had enough and got up, walked up to a young man that is a sever there and asked for some boxes for our leftovers and I added that we been waiting for a long time, he finally brought us our boxes and apologized. So Owner even though you sale good food having bad customer sevice ruins everything..

Review №108

2017-06-01 01:30:13

This Korean tofu house has delicious broth. On the weekends and holidays it is packed! During weekdays it isnt too busy. I have had the beef tofu soup and veggie tofu soup. Both are excellent. I have young children and so they even make a non spicy one for the kids to eat. Their grilled mackerel was good and their Galbi was also delicious.

Review №109

2017-09-25 01:31:44

Love this place. Been eating here for years. Love the spicy pork, fish cake, spicy cucumber, kimchi and potato salad. Also love the spicy pork soup. The wait isnt so bad since they remodeled and double in size.

Review №110

2019-02-17 22:32:14

It was last Thursday and ery cold night.It was my first time I went there because my friend told me about this place. However, I had very bad experience and I wont go back there...There were many empty tables available but the lady at counter didnt let us sit down.So many people were waiting outside cold. One gentleman went to counter and asked her why she doesnt let us sit down. She replied back to the man the fiood wouldnt be ready for everyone so ahe wouldnt let us sit down.I guess she is the owner of the restaurant.It seems like she doesnt know how to manage the restaurant.

Review №111

2021-09-18 06:52:06

If youre looking for some standard korean food, this is the place to go. Very well made, delicious comfort food. Can never go wrong here. Generous with sides and fast service.

Review №112

2021-08-16 02:12:44

Very good food I was get there short ribs

Review №113

2021-04-18 04:18:09

Unfortunately I do not have a picture to be posted because I was enjoying the original soft tofu. I remember when I was a kid, I watched how to make tofu. I ate back then and now the taste of Kaju Soft Tofu that I ate today was the same taste. I liked their tables at outside.

Review №114

2013-03-08 05:21:54

This is the best tofu place Ive ever tried.And the side dishes are also well-seasoned and neat.The amount and variety of side dishes might be smaller than other BIG franchise tofu restaurants, but they are neat and quite delicious.Or it would be simply better to serve bad seasoned and hardened dishes like the one across the street.As a tofu soup lover since born, I can confidently say that this is THE PLACE.No wonder it is so crowded after 9 p.m. on the weekdays.Oh, one small thing I want to mention. It needs expansion. The place is too small. Expand to the next shop which looks selling (or renting) out-of-date things.

Review №115

2021-03-30 00:51:38

Check in back today. Its still the best bbq here

Review №116

2010-11-16 06:26:48

So far the best soon do boo Ive had yet. Their soup has a much deeper, more complex flavor than most places Ive been to. Although I like soon do boo in general, this place is my favorite so far.

Review №117

2019-04-21 04:56:21

UNREAL!! The restaurant is a must go. Amazing flavor. And long wait ... but you can join the waitlist through the yelp app even while you’re still at home or on the way. Be ready to order once you sit down; it’s fast!

Review №118

2020-10-13 20:25:44

I forgot to tip at the checkout. The seafood tofu pot I ordered turned me into a pig intestines tofu pot, a sizzling steak, and onions are raw without heating the iron plate. Take a seafood tofu pot and put a lot of water in it is cold Soup, I gave a cash tip to the waiter when I left, very bad service, will not come again.

Review №119

2018-04-18 14:28:09

All I knew was that I wanted to try the Bibimbap because on Google the reviews said it was awesome. And it was! This place seems to do pretty much only tofu soup and Bibimbap. It seems like they have it down cause the place was packed by the time we left. Didnt know much about the menu but the service was good, they were nice to us and answered our questions. The meal was amazing. Came with sides and refillable water at your own table. Definitely recommend this place.

Review №120

2018-09-14 22:37:46

Came here with my aunt and some friends for dinner. We ordered 3 dinner specials, in addition of another tofu, one coke, 3 waters and 2 beers. How I remember the order I do not know, lol.My aunt and her friend finished their two beers and decided to share another one. They called the server over bring over another beer. So the total would have been 3 beers. The restaurant wasnt busy that night yet that last beer never came out. We tried flagging down the servers, but it was no use. They barely responded to the table bell, even when we did get ones attention, she would nod and never bring the beer. After 20 minutes of waiting we decided to call for the check. The check came out and charged us for 3 beers. We let them know our 3rd beer never came out and the next part of the story... is just plain humiliation.Instead of just taking the 3rd beer off the check, the server decided to silently accuse us of stealing! Let me explain: She looked over ALL of our PURSES, our laps and then she proceeded to BACK UP TO LOOK UNDER THE TABLE. WHY? Is that a place where they would place beer??? She literally did this whole process not once, but TWICE, like she had to make sure. The couple next to us thought it was funny and even made a few comments like .... What is she doing? Is she being serious? Maybe its under her shoe, have you checked there?. Seriously. So embarrassing. After maybe 3 minutes of searching for that missing beer bottle, they finally deducted the beer off our check. This is the 3rd time I have had bad service here. I always overlooked it because I come here for the food, not the service. But after this hot mess?? Never again.

Review №121

2018-06-10 17:41:46

First time here. Service is great and fast! Food is fresh! Definitely coming back. If you like Korean food, you have to give this place a try. Be prepared to wait for a table. This place is busy busy busy.

Review №122

2022-10-18 06:39:56

Calbi lunch set with seafood soup was awesome!! I also liked the interior of the restaurant. Cozy and clean.

Review №123

2018-05-17 18:11:40

This place is very good for Korean tofu but the only downside is that it gets very busy very quickly. Come in and put your name down on the board and your name will be called. If theyre really busy theyalso start taking orders so start looking at what you want to get before you sit.

Review №124

2020-11-19 17:56:28

An automatic thermometer stand in the front door and all customer can measure temperature without a person point you with temperature gun. foods is okay, side dishes very good. but they charge $1 for water ……

Review №125

2016-10-24 00:53:45

My favorite soft tofu place by far, and open super late. Dumpling, oyster, and ham & cheese (yes, really!) are my favorites. The bulgogi itself is good, but the bulgogi soup was a bit disappointing.The tofu has fantastic texture, and they have a good range of spiciness so that everyone can enjoy their soup.Tasty banchan (complementary little appetizers liked kimchi). Green tea is mediocre, but Shikyeh is tasty.Can get quite busy from 7-10pm, but theyve got a good system going. Its hard to catch the waiters eyes, but theyll come quickly if you push your table call button!All in all, highly recommend!

Review №126

2018-12-20 03:54:00

Perfect day for spicy intestine tofu soup, warm up your body and soul 😋

Review №127

2023-02-14 06:11:47

Foods are great. My kid loves the meat here. He eatsbit with passion.

Review №128

2016-04-10 22:15:00

Its probably good food but the service sucks!! So bad. They set us down for 30-45 minutes waiter never came back and we kept on pressing the call button. Need better waiters

Review №129

2018-05-15 01:06:51

My family and I love Kaju soft tofu and Ive been coming here for over 15yrs! The kimchee beef tofu soup with side of galbi is my favourite and the appetizers are delish! Even my 1 yr old loves eating here! It is always a win for us when we come here and we will keep coming back.

Review №130

2021-10-04 03:16:57

Waited 15 minutes in line to pick up an order, never got seen. It’s safe to say that Afro acts as an effective invisibility cloak cuz these people did not see me

Review №131

2018-12-15 03:49:26

Kimchi soup and Kalbee combo, service may seem limited the first time, unless you know that there are certain server ls to refill your side dishes, certain servers to carry out hot soup and stone pot rice, there is order to their madness! Great fool and better than bcd in my opinion.

Review №132

2018-12-28 04:21:56

Great tofu soup and service. Banchan dishes are refilled frequently. The only negative is there is sometimes a wait, but you can kill time at HMart while you await your time to dine.

Review №133

2019-06-01 23:50:52

Definitely authentic and tasty Korean tofu (with egg) soup bowls and meaty dishes like beef bulgogi or pork, chicken, seafood and vegetable options for folks who dig that veggie scene. You should use Yelp to add your name to the wait list. Otherwise be prepared to wait at least 15 mins for lunch or dinner. The parking is limited (especially on weekends) in this shopping plaza because of the close proximity to Hmart and Paris Baguette. So plan your visit accordingly.

Review №134

2018-06-13 18:05:13

Delicious hot tofu soup with all the sides endlessly refillable. Good service. Nice decor. There can be a long wait. Prices are not cheap.

Review №135

2019-02-27 19:19:28

Super efficient service, they help you get your food quick and everything goes very smoothly. The spicy pork bulgogi was my fav! Their spicy level gets super hot so beware

Review №136

2022-09-20 12:00:49

Good tofu soup and good grilled meats. Very nice servers and very fast with their work.

Review №137

2019-11-03 02:05:01

Very bad service. I waited for over 20 minutes to get my dish and ended up they forgot about my order. The ladys attitude was extremly wired and terribel when I left the restaurant. I used to come a lot but not anymore. Why I want slow order and bad service the same time !!!

Review №138

2021-11-04 06:19:10

Awesome kalbi, bulgolgi, banchan and tofu soup! Spicy was not too spicy, perfect. Great rice. Love the cucumbers in chili.

Review №139

2017-06-05 20:35:54

Best Tofu in OC. Understaffed means underwhelming attention from servers. Overall, its definitely the go to place if youre craving some tofu. Great for both lunch and dinner.

Review №140

2020-01-25 21:23:19

An absolute staple - this has got to be the best soondooboo place in Garden Grove. I suppose it is comparable to BCD Tofu House since they have a variety of soondooboo dishes including beef, pork, dumpling, clam, oyster, etc. The other really great thing about this place is the quality of the banchan - they always have a great side dishes, fresh kim chi, etc. The place definitely gets busy during the dinner hours so its wise to get here a little bit early or a little bit later. If you want to introduce someone to soondooboo this would absolutely be the place to take them in Orange County.

Review №141

2017-07-11 02:19:51

Delicious soon du bu with kalbi. Very thick cut rib. It was a healthy serving with rice on the side. The edges of the rice crisped up. Good selection of banchan. They are busy because the food is good.

Review №142

2016-03-19 01:39:34

Fave place. They seem to skim on panchan now. But tofu soup still just as good. Staff can seem to be rude ..but they are just super busy and will get you what you ask for. I would still come again and again. Best item for me is pork kimchi tofu soup spicy. Make sure to eat the burned rice with the soup broth and a sliver of kim chi on top!!

Review №143

2016-08-02 08:52:15

I prefer this tofu joint over BCD Tofu House. I always order the combo when Im here, all the combo comes with a small soup of your choice and a portion of rice. Very filling and good when you just got out of a bar and looking for food to sober up.

Review №144

2014-04-20 14:50:37

KAJU TOFU is located at the intersection of Magnolia Ave. and Garden Grove Boulevard, in the area called, Koreatown in Garden Grove. There is only one dining room, and the first thing to impress the new diner is the elegant wallpaper, and the wooden hangings on the wall, which resemble culinary tools or perhaps musical instruments. At the rear of the dining room, the interested person can view the kitchen. Also, at this part of the restaurant is a decorative facade, which adds an extra dimension to the room. From time to time, waitresses carry bowls of sizzling soups through the aisles to various tables. The menu is printed on glossy paper, which can be taken home as a souvenir. The quality of the food is first-rate, and since this was only my first time, I had my usual, bibimbap. I was glad that this dish came with several bowls of kimchee, as well as a bowl of miso. In particular, I was impressed by the amazing flavor of a red-colored sauce on some crunchy sliced zucchinis. And now for the not-so-good news. The waitresses dont seem to know English. I asked if they had daikon (white radish), but they were puzzled. Also, during the course of the meal, the waitress never came by to ask if I was doing okay. The servings of kimchee, and of the miso, at KAJU TOFU are half the size of the servings at nearby CHAM SUT GOL. I have been to CHAM SUT GOL on three occasions, and they provide more types of kimchee, and each saucer has twice as much kimchee as at KAJU TOFU, and also CHAM SUT GOL provides a large salad with the bibimbap. My experience tells me that both restaurants are typically filled with a friendly crowd, which is a plus for me, because I like the commotion that is provided by a group of happy diners. At any rate, I think that Ill stick with CHAM SUT GOL, because their portions of kimchee are twice the size, and also because CHAM SUT GOLs kimchee includes daikon (daikon is my very favorite).

Review №145

2016-06-11 18:29:55

Have been coming here for 10 years ; it doesnt disappoint, sometimes too crowded which can mean good or bad service but for the most part service is consistent. My favorite is the spicy soft seafood tofu soup.

Review №146

2018-01-22 02:47:25

Yummy and good portions...Order tofu but ban Chan and rice filled me up so I barely touched itIts like ordering two meals dinner and breakfastOnly negative is the wait....So give it less stars to deter others 😋

Review №147

2018-10-30 19:35:02

Pretty nervous going into a Korean Restaurant and didnt want to feel like a foreigner lol. But they are really nice and are helpful when choosing a meal. Food is amazing and truly get alot for your money

Review №148

2021-09-28 05:37:05

This location gets 4 stars not because of the food, but because the servers are kind of rude. Amazing Korean comfort food. The best kimche tofu soup.

Review №149

2021-09-24 21:48:41

Great food and nice presentation. Would be 5 stars except for how busy the parking lot is for this shopping center. Get there early!

Review №150

2023-01-06 17:55:16

Fun spot with a traditional atmosphere. We got the pork tofu, galbi, and bibimbap.

Review №151

2017-06-20 08:43:58

Food is always great and the staff is always so friendly - even if some arent completely fluent in English. Everything from the menu is great. My favorite Korean tofu house.

Review №152

2018-12-11 05:15:24

Good place, the amount of food is pretty decent, you can share half with another person if you dont eat alot. Closer to where i live, one of the most decent korean tofu house here.

Review №153

2019-09-11 10:42:55

Good place for soft tofu, definitely much better than bcd. I think the location in buena park tastes a bit better though . Overall excellent choice for lunch or dinner and probably the best food available in that plaza.

Review №154

2019-07-02 21:28:03

Good location for Korean BBQ. Beef bulgobi was the favorite item in our group. Pork bulgobi was very good also. The tofu soup and condiments were all tasty and appealing.

Review №155

2022-05-01 22:11:50

Be Aware!!! I have been charged $3 more only because it is Sunday! I dont feel it is Ok to just change the price without letting customer know ahead!

Review №156

2020-01-23 05:47:08

Food is always great but Im wondering if it will ever be possible to get a smile from the servers/waitresses. They never smile and when you ask for something they totally ignore you, or so it seems, because they actually get you what you asked for?!

Review №157

2020-03-02 05:12:05

Want delicious soft tofu soup? This is the go to joint. Has great soups but even better side dishes. Can’t get enough of the cucumbers.

Review №158

2018-03-26 22:47:14

I have had two great meals here. Service was good both times even with a packed crowd. Will keep coming back for sure.

Review №159

2020-01-10 23:07:37

Frickin love this place and the tofu soup. Yesterday I got the assorted tofu soup. I am sick and it was the only thing that brought a smile to my face. Boiling hot, spicy and delicious.

Review №160

2021-02-23 01:46:26

Service is always bad. So unfriendly and unprofessional Service. Never going again.If is only one or two than understandable. But every time visiting with phone order and have to wait for 30 mins or so. People too busy to respond for it.

Review №161

2023-02-16 21:07:48

💠Clam tofu soup ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💠Galbi⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Review №162

2022-04-03 00:25:47

OG tofu place. Service...hmm...when they are too busy, i dont expect too much here. I know exactly how I want my tofu soup and never disappointed from Kaju. Still 5 star😊

Review №163

2018-07-27 00:08:54

Kahu Soft Tofu was a nice experience of Tofu Cuisine that was can be eaten from mild spicy to spicy healthy great tasting Tofu which is out of this world, Deliscious. Id dedicate this Restaraunt with 5 ☆☆☆☆☆s & Two Thumbs👍👍up, an A+ in Quality & Service!

Review №164

2019-11-02 15:04:25

This has been my favorite for over a decade. Love the flavor and quality of their soups and ban chan. Heres to many yummy years together!

Review №165

2022-07-13 01:59:09

Been going here for over 15 years! Living in Long Beach now and would still come eat here compared to spots in LA

Review №166

2022-03-09 04:23:15

This is the best place to go for tofu soup they have a perfect every time. It is well worth the wait.

Review №167

2022-03-20 23:10:11

What an excellent choice for tofu. Usually very busy so I suggest call ahead or get on electronic wait list. 😎

Review №168

2019-05-23 22:46:41

Food is AMAZING. I like this tofu house over others because there is a lot more vegetarian options. Service is always fast too!

Review №169

2017-02-14 04:03:08

This place was amazing, I got seated fast, our orders were taken fast and came out fast with great service and flavour, and when they accidentally brought an extra dish, we cleared it up and didnt have to pay or anything, kept tea and water on hand, and THE FOOD WAS AMAZING

Review №170

2017-02-11 03:59:46

Great place for late night Korean food. The kimchi here is hit or miss. I think its due to them making it freshly so sometimes it isnt fermented enough.

Review №171

2018-01-28 22:32:05

Soft tofu here is really good, wait time is not too bad if you go a little bit earlier than the lunch time and dinner time rush. Service is friendly even when they are busy.

Review №172

2017-03-22 02:04:23

Over rated. Went here last night. Had the Kalbi and seafood tofu soup. The meat wasnt tasty and the soup flavor was bland. Lots of tofu but no seafood. Will not be back.

Review №173

2018-06-26 19:52:07

The tofu soup is thicker and more flavorful here so we drive far to get here. The combos with pork or beef are also great.

Review №174

2016-12-27 01:46:54

Good side dishes, average tofu. they are cutting back on the amount of refill for side dishes you can requested, one per order.

Review №175

2018-07-10 20:01:33

Amazing, best tofu soup Ive ever had

Review №176

2016-08-10 03:02:43

Gets crowded but the food is good. Get the dinner beef and eat the fish cakes. Im too broke so I shared a dinner with my girlfriend. We were full like cows.

Review №177

2018-08-03 03:09:17

Food was super delicious. I asked for the ultimate spicy and they sure delivered it! Pretty atmosphere for dinner!

Review №178

2022-04-19 03:58:41

Great tofu soup. Rice portion is small but in hot stone 😋 Galbi is mostly fatty :(

Review №179

2022-04-18 16:47:55

Food is amazing customer service needs work. Had a server come up and say ready. No hi no nothing.

Review №180

2016-01-02 19:53:46

Best tofu soup in town when I am still able to eat tofu :( However, I still come here ofter for the mixed rice in hot stone pot. Nothing can stop me enjoy at Kaju except their always long waiting list *crying*

Review №181

2013-12-29 03:47:59

Awesome spicy tofu soup with unlimited sides. First timer, loved it. Expect a wait, it has become very popular, but worth it.

Review №182

2018-08-16 22:38:27

Good food but service is slow during peak hour. Needs improvement if they want to keep old and new customers coming back to dine in.

Review №183

2021-05-03 03:52:29

No indoor dining. 3.50 sushi deal tho Will wait till after covid restrictions lift to go back. I like to dine INSIDE. Like human 😐

Review №184

2020-08-21 04:07:21

Excellent food and customer service! Safety and service is especially important during these trying times and these people know how to do it well.

Review №185

2017-04-10 23:43:09

Delicious tofu soup!!! I ordered Oyster kimchi tofu soup. However I dont like the kimchi on the side. Its not sour to me.

Review №186

2018-06-25 22:36:46

Delicious. Refer to this location by family. Really enjoyed the food. Not bland (tofu?). The spices and rich broth made the meal.

Review №187

2017-12-15 00:54:28

This place is amazing, food is great and is being priced reasonably. Sometimes employees could be better, but overall this is a great place to eat!

Review №188

2022-06-26 05:22:20

Wonderful hospitality and exceptional food. What else does one need to ask for more?

Review №189

2021-11-13 23:56:36

I usually get the soft Tofus here. The are busy even at 930pm Fridays. Service is fast

Review №190

2021-05-28 01:06:40

Great soft tofu soup, bibimbap and chicken bulgogi. Consistent quality over years of enjoying this place.

Review №191

2018-05-12 01:03:01

Always love this place. Good service, hot food and just all around amazing. I literally crave this place once a week!

Review №192

2021-04-03 05:29:15

The food is so good! Amazing service and delicious food! Plus, everything sounds so tasty!

Review №193

2018-10-13 19:33:56

The wait can be a little long, but the food is worth the wait. The seafood soup and the beef combo dish is an excellent choice.

Review №194

2020-01-14 04:15:31

The food is always good. The service at this one can be dismal though. The one in Buena Park is better, but this one is close by.

Review №195

2019-02-08 02:12:46

Soup was great, til I almost ate a piece of brillo pad. They didnt seem to care, got a new soup and still paid full price.

Review №196

2021-05-31 06:01:14

Takeout wasnt really good and the food tasted bad. It looked like they dumped the leftovers into our takeout.

Review №197

2015-11-13 01:23:54

A great place to eat past midnight. The soups are always good, the service is fast, the price is reasonable.

Review №198

2019-07-19 17:45:23

We always come back whenever we are in orange county. Love the tofu soup and grilled makerel. Also good dumplings and bulgogi.

Review №199

2017-02-15 21:12:36

Ive been going here for almost 20 years. Never disappoints. Love the seafood tofu, extra spicy.