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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever I'm in the mood for tofu, I always head here. Close to home, and still great tofu, almost as good as K-Town. If you're hungry, you won't even know the difference. I like all the tofu here,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant, and the Young Dong in Arcadia are one of the best KBBQ places outside of K-town. I highly recommend the beef ribs, and spicy chicken with spicy dumpling soup, its to die for. The...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is "allllriiiighht", but nothing to write home to. Probably one of the better Korean places in SGV. They could use improvement in several areas. Wait time for a table is one of those...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For a Korean restaurant NOT in K town, this place is actually pretty good. I went with my husband. I ordered the mushroom tofu soup with Kimchi and he got a combo with the ribs.The soup was good but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Gyoza dumping tofu soup, oh man! Super yummy...be careful and don't burn your tongue. I come here pretty often if I don't want to hop into the car and drive all the way to Ktown for some Korean BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
After reading all the great reviews on yelp, i went to this place with a girlfriend of mine for dinner. When we walked in, it was super packed, but we came around 6:30pm so we were still able to get a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went for lunch and it was pretty good. The entrA�es come with your choice of tofu soup. Great value and delicious.
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place looks so ghetto, inside and outside.Don't let that deter you! The food is pretty decent, and they give a lot. I had to take stuff home with me.Also, they give you a korean pancake along...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm, when I go back to the SGV for Korean BBQ, this is definitely the place to go.So my mom and I got the combo #1-- and it was amazing. like a full on Korean BBQ luau happening in my mouth.....
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
typical tofu house atmosphere w/ the pungent aromas, occasional waits 'n not so welcoming employees. the reason my friends 'n i keep going back is for their banchan, especially the pickled spicy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went last night and for a Tuesday night at 6pm, the place was half occupied. Which was a good sign since it was so early, so I was expecting the food to be bomb. Unfortunately, the food was only...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had their combo#1, Kalbi and seafood beef tofu soup. The food is pretty good, will definitely come back again.
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a birthday and we got the back room. The wait wasn't too bad for a Saturday night. We ordered the chap chae, bulgolgi, ribs, and the dumpling tofu pot. I must say the food is pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here last night at around 7, and it was about 3/4 full, but when I left 45 mins later, it was almost full. Me and my brother ordered 3 items, seafood beef tofu, the bbq ribs and bbq beef. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Likes: galbi, bbq spicy chicken, Chap jae, bimbimbap, seafood tofu, the free salad (someone please tell me how to make that yummy dressing), banchan (expedially the kimchi with raw...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Here's my favorite Korean soon tofu restaurant in SGV! I've been coming here for years, ever since they first open. When I first discovered Korean soon tofu, I would eat it at least once a week....
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like: gigantic portions (I never seem to finish) and endless(?) side dishesI dislike: one time we found a piece of styrofoam tucked away in the Kim chi. I told my friend it was oyster. It wasn't....
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like: the generous portions, filtered water, plentiful appetizers, their salad dressing, and flavorful marination/saucesI dislike: the lack of personal space (especially on a busy day), the option...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my JeiJei took me here! it was DELICIOUS! the food came very quick! the tofu is always good, the side dises were yummy.. and you could always refill it. its a bit small, and during lunch or dinner its...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is so yummy! Korean food is a-ok in my book. I came here once during dinnertime a few years ago with my huge extended family (including three young, hyperactive children) and they were very...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been eating here for years and use it as a standard to which all other Korean BBQ/tofu places are measured against. When I visit I only order the kalbi and I really enjoy their side salad.,,,the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I decided to come try this place out after giving up on the idea of driving to BCD in Rowland for some korean food. Luckily, we did because this place is amazingly good. I have...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food never seems to disappoint. everything is up to par.parking is good..the wait is never to long.. service is fast..i think they stop giving out the melon gum. :(
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There aren't many good Korean restaurants in the San Gabriel valley. . . So when there is a decent one, they seem to do a combination of things well. Young Dong Tofu, specializes in tofu, but also has...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to the Albertsons strip mall this place is in for years, but only tried Young Dong recently. I swear, this is as good as it gets if you're craving soon tofu (spicy velvety tofu soup)....
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
this place has roaches. just fyi. i saw a baby roach in the tiny bathroom. granted, this was years ago, i'm sure they're still around. but hey, i say if a city has roaches, all the restaurants...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and value, their tofu rice is hard to not resist !
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love going here for tofu! A friend introduced tit o me and been going there since. I love the korean side dishes that they give and the tofu soup/combo.It is always packed though. It is cheaper...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
beef bulgogi is really good, but the condiments are better because you can ask for more when youve finished. Free refills are awesome. Affordable prices and even cheaper for lunch. It is a great place...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the size of their soup is so small if you order the combination. However, the small portion of bbq ribs are delicious. the appitizers especially the pancake and the seaweed are yummy ,if only the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, less pact, and less expensive for lunch.. This place serves you well, helps you if you don't do Koren often; and the BBQ ribs and spicy chicken is delicious.. I can't tell you much more...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming to this strip mall because of Tokyo Lobby and Young Dong gives me another reason to come here. We really enjoyed this restaurant. From the moment we walked in, you get covered with the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the best korean tofu place within a 10 mile radius. tasty tofu and flavorful meat dishes. i like their cold noodles as well. plenty of side dishes.
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've tried plenty of other tofu houses but I still think this one is the best. If you're a picture person, they also have pictures against the wall to help you order. Their lunch/dinner combo portion...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While I don't think I would come here for the ambiance (it's basically in a "strip mall" and convenient to an Albertsons!), I would definitely come here for the food and service. My friend...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
While I'm not sure I love eating in a place named Young Dong, it makes me feel like my poster should be up in the local Post Office. When I taste the meat:) all that goes away in a blissful haze.It's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was getting car sick and had the worst headache ever, but it was cured after taking 600 mg of Ibuprofen and eating at Young Dong Tofu. If you're in the SGV and you want authentic Corean tofu soup,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I still have yet to find a place that beats Young Dong Tofu! BCD is watered down and flavorless compared to this joint! Everything I've tried is good and I've almost tried everything. This place...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place! Food is great (and I don't even like tofu!) with very generous portions. I love the beef short ribs, spicy and non-spicy chicken and mushroom tofu. Service is super fast and the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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Great food for the price but bring a jacket it can get very cold inside
citysearch.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food,Excellent service. The resturant is in the Albertsons shopping center.It is not in an elegant setting but inside the setting is tranquil. The Food is Excellent!! We had BBQ beef and Non...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like Korean Tofu, and this is the best place in SGV. You should probably get there between 6-6:30pm for dinner. It gets really pack and the wait is around 20-30mins. Their seafood tofu (extra spicy)...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
it's probably the best korean food joint in the SGV. you can never go wrong with the bbq ribs tofu combo that i always get. this combo itself is filling in addition to the other small dishes they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
it IS the best in LA County.I'm willing to drive 25 minutes (i live in City of Industry), and willing to wait in line to get in this place.Food is great, side dishes are great, service is decent.You...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
"Good food!"I love the stone rice and the Tofu Soup. It is really hot and tasty. "BAD service!"! Never refill water and small dishes. Even though I ask them to refill the cup, they don't do or it...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
im hooked on this place! ive only begun to befriend korean food, its taken a long time for me to appreciate the smells of fermentation. with the principles of microbiology and my first lab job...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I came here for the first time in years. Since it was a Sunday night, it was fairly packed but we only waited at most, 15 minutes. We both ordered a combination: BBQ Beef Ribs and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i like this place, i've been living in the city for such a long time. and this is the only korean tofu house that i would keep going back to. there is another one in arcadia with the same name and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In my other Korean Soon Tofu Soup explorations, I also came upon Young Dong Tofu in San Gabriel. I think it's part of a small chain since there's also one in Arcadia. When I initially tried to find...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The tofu here is very watered down to my standard...I used to come here a lot for my quick fix of korean tofu thats until i discovered So Kong Dong in Ktown....although Ktown seems like a far drive...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend come here all the time, the best korean tofu in the area. Ths tastes comparable to K-town korean food. The most we ever had to wait was 20 minutes, but of course the closer to closing...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm no stranger to soondubuYou know the tofu soup and so do IA full entree and side dishes is what I'm thinking ofYou wouldn't get this from any other for less than $13.85.I just wanna tell you what...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went for lunch and it was a good lunch. The entrA�es come with your choice of tofu soup. Great value and delish. I wish they had more selection of pickled vegetables/kimchee and better service.
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
These guys pretty much have a monopoly on Korean food in SG. I don't think their food is THAT great but being that I'd have to drive to K-Town for Hoodori (yes, I know also isn't that great but at...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love the food. Extra spicy tofu, the ribs, stone pot, all good. Write your name down on the clipboard, and they'll call your name. They always have a hard time pronouncing my name. If there are at...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My wife for some reason craves Korean BBQ on a weekly basis. While I do love Korean food I can wait a bit, but if she wants some BBQ during the middle of week, we tend to go here. I mean it is a Tofu...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
located in the same complex as tokyo lobby and albertsons, this place serves decent korean food at a reasonable price... you get lots of side dishes / appetizers in begining. so order accordingly......
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Young Dong is excellent. In typically Korean fashion, if you order something spicy, they don't screw around. All of the tofu soups I've tried have been fantastic, with the beef and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The tofu soup here is waaaay better than most of the tofu houses I've been to, especially BCD. The soup has so much flavor and doesn't taste watered-down like other places. The galbi ribs are really...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Was here for lunch today around 4pm, so not that many people around. Food is not bad, taste just like any other tofu house. Price is about the same as the other tofu house, range from 12 to 16 for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YOUNG DONG???!!! ahahahahaha...i've never ever been here but the name is incredible.
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not big on Tofu but it's good for you. This place is always packed for dinner and well it's good if you combine it with the other korean dishes.
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's really hard living in Pasadena; good food is hard to find, especially Asian food which tends to be below average and overpriced. I found this restaurant and since it's much closer than driving to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Echoing a few other reviewers, the food is good, but the service can border on horrible. This day, it was especially bad and resulted in my not leaving any tip at all for the first time in maybe...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE this place! i always make a pit stop here once, twice, thrice on my frequent mini vaca's to LA. Consistently great food quality, good price, and comfortable surroundings considering all the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We didn't feel like driving to K-town on a Friday evening and were looking for a Korean restaurant near Pasadena. We just started driving towards Alhambra/San Gabriel when I remembered Young Dong,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've had better, but its conveniently behind my house, and with the gas prices being so crazy, I can just walk there. Young Dong Tofu is a good place for lunch, but there's nothing spectacular with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this spot. Best Korean bbq and tofu in the San Gabriel Valley. One combination item (a meat dish and tofu soup) is totally enough for two people. And at 15 bucks, what a fantastically...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Essentially, this is a franchise store-- where every aspect is poorer than their Arcadia counterpart. The one exception being that this location has arguably a nicer interior.Still, in it's in a more...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We were told this place was very strict and that we better keep our kids in line. As I ordered I fumbled a little with the choice of tofu and was bracing myself to hear "NO TOFU FOR YOU!". Luckily my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If i go for korean tofu in the SGV, this is where I like to go. The food is good but I'd have to agree with a lot of other people about the bad service. The service is not very good every time I go,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a poor student with little less to spend to dine out.Therefore, when I'm in a fix for money and I want to be full, I go eat tofu.And this is the place to go if you're in the San Gabriel area....
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Food is good-Service sucks. There are not enough employees. My wife loves soon tofu so I tolerate the bad service. Lots of food and the side/appetizers they give you are better than BCD. Price is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It used to be pretty good. But they must have changed owners or cooks or something because now.-It's B rated-It got more expensive-It's ingredients aren't as good-Their food doesn't taste as good...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i always to try to make a stop here when in the san gabriel valley. the soondooboo is far superior to the overrated k-town joints like bcd, although this place is always crowded
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The food taste great but I am soo honestly very dissatisfied about THE SERVICE !! Come on I mean just because your an Asian place you think you can lag forever and never get our food order or even...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the first few times i came here it didn't sound like much food. tofu soup, rice, and sizzling chicken. but it's just too much food for me!! so now i go for just tofu soup & rice. it's juust perfect,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food = 3Location = 1Service = -1Overall... a decent place to get your tofu fix (i.e. soon tubu). The flavors weren't too far off. I had the mixed tofu... beef, clams, etc... The garlic, ginger etc...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the service isn't that great, and many times of the day, you will need to prepare to wait. the sides are ok, but the pancake thing is yummy! the tofu pots are really consistent. i usually have very...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The flavor of the spicy tofu here is just right. It's enough to give you a kick, but not have your mouth burning. I've had "spicy" at other tofu restaurants and they just don't compare (one wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Korean place. Their combinations come with a choice of meat along withyour selection of sizzling hot tofu soup, which you choose the spice level and ingredients (e.g. seafood, dumpling, etc)....
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Favorite place to eat Tofu. Then again I don't really have a good tongue so tofu places around the the SGV taste the same to me. Easier to base it on service. Go on a weekday when its less packed....
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for lunch but was charged dinner prices because it was a holiday (Labor Day). The food here is pretty good and very filling. The service was above average, but that's probably because it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not Korean, but with my Asian taste buds can verify that their food taste pretty okay good for the money. This ain't your Korean cuisine, but rather a value lunch/dinner restaurant that you might...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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price are very reasonable.. service is whatever, but the foods are great.. They don't have much on their menu.. very little choice.. i will suggest if you only want Korean food, Other than that.. they don't...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not saying this place is date worthy but if you're in for some great food with friend, do it! The evenings can be a bit busy but you if go early enough, you may get a seat for 4 with ease.Yong...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Finally tried this Korean's Tofu place. It's typical, so I am not sure what the hypes are all about. You order your tofu combo. They'll bring you the appetizers then the boiling hot tofu soup. Pop in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'm sorry, I've been here quite a few times cause my mom loves Korean tofu restaurants. I love them as well, but around the Arcadia area this place is where everyone goes.It's usually packed, and i...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food. Wait is there sometimes, but that's to be expected w/ good value food. There's another Young Dong nearby... I think in Arcadia. That one usually has a longer wait. It's in a large...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Is it just me, or do other people get pissed when they go into a restaurant and they get your order wrong because of a language barrier and there is NOTHING you can do about it?me: um, we didn't order...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
awesome place -- first place i ever went to go eat tofu bowl and was addicted ever since but this place has got to be the best in terms of two things: 1st: the appetizers they serve was the best...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is delicious. Basically anything you get is worth your money. Just make sure you go during lunch time, or you'll end up paying more during dinner.
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I became a fan of Korean Soon tofu as a result of this place. The first tofu house opened 4 -5 years ago only about 5 miles away in Arcadia. After business became really successful, they opened the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
yuuuuummm!! for tofu fans or hardcore carnivores alike. Everything's delicious and served hot (temperature and/or spicy-wise). Only two things to be wary of: long lines and food odors that seep...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Young Dong is good. wow. surprised by this moniker. does it change in 80 years hummm
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the best Korean tofu restaurants that I've ever been too. They have great dishes including my favorite, the beef tofu soup. You get all of the typical side dishes and you can choose...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2006
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This place has great Soon-tofu -- which is basically a thick tofu stew that comes steaming hot in a small stone pot. You can get it with all sorts of stuff like seafood, beef, mushrooms, or a combination. It...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/09/2006
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I tried the restaurant once and was impressed with their korean type meal. They have lots of dishes to choose from to get a combo meal. And many of their dishes taste good. Their businees are running pretty...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2005
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I enjoyed my meal here but I found myself missing the real soybean sprouts appetizer and sweet cucumbers. The Tofu Soup was good. PROS: Solid Korean Food CONS: No Soybean Sprouts, I've heard it is crowded
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2005
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