We went to meet our daughter's friend Mom and Sister there for lunch. This is our first time meeting them and eat at BCD Tofu House. The meeting was great, we greatly enjoyed their company. It was a unique experience eating at the restaurant. We ordered the Bulgogi combo. It comes with a lot of food. The beef and everything else were delicious. We have great conversations, great environments, and great companies that's to mee equal to great experience. I hope there was a BCD Tofu House in Houston, TX. Definitely recommend visiting this restaurant in Korean town in NY, City. Note: The restroom is downstairs. Follow the stairs case...

+6

We've been here so many times. Great food for a low price. Open late (1-2am) which is a massive plus. If you've never tried it, get tofu soup. If you're hungry and it's a weekday, get the Galbi combo. All the tofu soup varieties are great. Highly recommend coming by for a casual meal.

This place has the best soon tofu soup. You can get it in different levels of spicy and it comes with lots of side dishes. It’s usually super busy and you have to wait in line but it’s definitely worth it. The atmosphere is lively but it’s a bit too loud. The staff can be a bit inattentive at times as well.

Never disappointing us. Love this place. Everyone is nice and friendly. Service is fast. Quality of food always great and stable. My favourite is Soft tofu soup with Oysters or Seafood. I love the seasonal dish of baby octopus bibimbap, you should keep this on your menu. They quite generous on the side dishes (banchan), if you are finish, they will offer for more. Keep up with the good service like this.

+5

We went to BCD Tofu House for lunch after skipping dinner due to a long wait. The wait for lunch was short and manageable. We ordered the soon tofu and galbi combo. The portions were generous and the flavors were very good—hot, comforting, and well-seasoned. The service was quick and attentive. While the food is tasty, considering the potential wait, it didn’t feel quite extraordinary. Still, it’s a solid choice for a satisfying Korean meal, especially at lunch or off-peak times.

Insanely good dinner. Very tasty tofu pot for very good price (18 USD), especially considering in NYC where eating out is definitely not cheap. My fav restaurant in NYC so far

We just had a delicious meal here. ‘’Pan’’ was our server and was so attentive and kind. Really educated us on what we were eating and shared recommendations based on what we liked. Everything from the main meal to the kimchi was FRESH. Super super tasty. I recommend this place 100%!!!!!! 😊 The tofu? HOLY?? WAS NOT EXPECTING IT TO BE SO GOOD!! Was a fan before, bigger fan now. The restaurant is spacious, but the AC needs to be cooler.

Had a wonderful experience at BCD Tofu House! The authenticity of the Korean cuisine really stood out. The side dishes were a highlight—fresh, varied, and full of traditional flavors that perfectly complemented the main dishes. We ordered the beef and tofu soup, and it was excellent—rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. The tofu was silky and the beef was tender, making for a comforting and satisfying meal. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, enhancing the overall dining experience. If you’re looking for authentic Korean food, BCD Tofu House is definitely worth a visit. I’ll be coming back for sure!

+1

There's typically a wait list so make sure you go early as it gets a bit busier in the nighttime. Otherwise, it's definitely worth the wait for the food! The seafood tofu soup was delicious; decent size and enough seafood; the tofu is also organic so it's even better! Great atmosphere & delicious soul food!

We stopped here late (close to midnight) on a Sunday night. The place was packed but we didn't have to wait for a table. We ordered kimchi pancakes, fried dumplings, and beef bulgolgi. The sides came out of fast followed by the pancakes, dumplings and finally the bulgolgi. Everything was delicious! Sides were refilled which was great because I couldn't stop eating the tofu and the cucumbers. Plenty of food for two people with leftovers at a great price for NYC.

Really good bulgogi, and super good seafood pancake. Sides are decent. They accidentally gave us the wrong sides (didn’t get the egg but double broccoli) but it’s fine. The kimchi is very spicy if you like it like that.

+1

Tried out BCD for lunch today. It's not just tofu, they serve meat too. Food was good. Beef very tasty and tender. Wide assortment of sides. Service prompt. We were in and out in an hour. Highly recommended.

+1

Love the food, wait staff is quick to seat everyone and their galbi/seafood tofu stews are well worth the hype! Make sure to also try their seafood pancakes - crispy, fresh, and pair excellent with the soy vinegar sauce.

They have really good Korean tofu soup. If your eating a good portion of food the soup comes alongside multiple side dishes, I’m vegan so I couldn’t eat any of the, but side dishes + soup comes alongside+ rice(which comes along with the soup) is a good portion of food for an individual. The soup is pretty flavorful and it is super yummy so definitely suggest getting that.

BCD Tofu House in New York City is a culinary gem, celebrated for its authentic Korean cuisine and, in particular, its signature soon tofu stew. From the moment you enter, the aromatic allure of bubbling hot pots sets the stage for an immersive dining experience. What sets BCD Tofu House apart is its dedication to tradition and quality. The soon tofu stew, a flavorful and hearty delight, exemplifies the restaurant's commitment to authentic Korean flavors. The menu, featuring an array of delectable dishes, ensures a satisfying journey through the rich tapestry of Korean cuisine. The warm and inviting atmosphere, combined with attentive service, enhances the overall dining experience. BCD Tofu House isn't just a restaurant; it's a cultural and culinary haven where the essence of Korean comfort food takes center stage. In summary, BCD Tofu House in New York is a must-visit for those craving genuine Korean cuisine. It stands as a testament to the city's diverse culinary offerings, providing a taste of Korea's rich and savory delights in the heart of the bustling metropolis.

+6

This place has always been my favorite Korean winter comfort food. For $20, they give you a lot of food. I love how soft the tofu is in the tofu stew. But my favorite is the less noticeable rice in tea that they serve towards the end of the meal. They soak the slightly roasted leftover rice in tea and let tea soften the rice. It’s so delicious, comforting and reminds me of the cozy home meal from a Korean auntie. And you can’t find that anywhere else!

The tofu was super tasty, and the appetizers had a great variety! The staff were really friendly, and I’ll definitely be back. Expect about a 30-minute wait at busy times, but you can usually walk in when it’s quieter. They turn tables pretty quickly overall.

+2

Always great for soup. Same taste never changes love it here. Tofu so soft and tasty base soup i got beef broth

First of all, a lot of customers, waited around 30 min outside in the rain, but I’m fine with it because I was waiting for my friend, but due the fact that they don’t take reservations it might be a hassle if you can’t wait up to 30 min to an hour outside. Second, good atmosphere, decent services, the waitress was fast and gave us water when needed, but forgot to give us eggs that are included in the combo, but it’s totally fine and understandable since she had to serve multiple tables. Finally, the food tasted good, especially the fish, insanely crispy on the outside and tender in the inside, the tofu and rice are amazing too, prob one of the best rice I’ve tasted, not overly moist and perfectly cooked, the sea food pancakes were amazing too very flavorful and crispy would be perfect if the portion can be a little bigger. Overall, would recommend if you don’t mind waiting and want some nice hot tofu pot and rice plus cold dishes that are fairly priced in the combo, would revisit. -sawa

If ur craving Asian food then don’t miss them out their food is out standing can’t wait to visit the city again to go and enjoy their food

+1

I really love everything about this place. The service is always lightning fast and the food is always superb. My most notable items are the raw marinated crab and the mackerel. We came here at around 12:37 at night and had a great experience. The last time I went here I also came late at night; it is rare for a nice sit down place to be open so late, which I really like. We had many types of soondubu, the grilled mackerel, raw marinated crab, and a Chinese style pork stir fry dish. The soups were all good with their slight variations, although the base is mostly the same. What we really enjoyed were the raw marinated crabs; the meat is super fresh, and the tangy gochujang sauce goes so well; not too spicy or overpowering either and goes well with rice. It is a messy food and they are nice enough to give you napkins and gloves to eat it. I would definitely order this dish and try it if you haven't; it is a must have every time that we visit this restaurant. The grilled mackerel was cooked perfectly and was very flaky with light umami notes. Normally, mackerel can taste very fishy but I did not taste any of that with this grilled mackerel. It was piping hot when it was served to us on the hot plate and it tasted awesome. The pork stir fry dish was good although it was super heavy. A ton of oil in the dish despite the good soy sauce umami and spice notes that it had. I wish it had some lemon or something to cut through the oil. There was a pool of oil near the bottom of the dish which I found to be overwhelming to eat. The side dishes are all great. I really love how this restaurant treats you with so many side dishes to go along with your meal. The variety is fun. The kimchi is especially good; flavorful, crunchy, and fresh. Service again is top notch. They are quick to get your food out and are always checking to see if you need water or if you need any refills on side dishes. Atmosphere is nice and this place is always packed with people even late at night. I highly recommend this place to anyone who visits NY.

BCD Tofu House is a very famous Korean stew restaurant located in the heart of NYC K-town, with awards for their tofu they make themselves that they use for their tofu stew. We came here after a concert around 11 PM, and although it was quite busy, we were still seated quite quickly. The staff were pretty quick with bringing out side dishes, taking orders, and making sure we got things such as water refills. The dishes were exceptional. The banchan was fresh, and they included fried fish, which was unique and I've never had at any other tofu stew restaurant i've been to. The fried fish did still have bones inside, but was pretty easy to debone and take apart. The tofu stew, as expected, was very good as well. The spice level wasn't too spicy, and the soft tofu was definitely a highlight. The rice wasn't too soft and went well with the stew, and the portion of the meat inside was good. Overall, a wonderful experience and is understandable why this place is highly rated.

+5

Awesome quality. Super generous with the side dishes. No reservation so we prepared to wait in line outside but all well worth it. The bimbimbap was delicious. Food comes out super quickly.

It's just Wow! The price and portion are really reasonable. The food is amazing!!! Plus, they also gave us unlimited sides such as mashed potatoes, seaweed salad, kimchi (both cabbage and cucumber). The broccoli is also unique( I don't know how they make it delicious from regular steamed ones).

I visited here twice during my long trip to New York, and since I left a really strong impression, I started to worry that I wouldn't be able to find such delicious food in Korea either. Most Korean restaurants abroad tend to only taste real Korean food. But where? It was more delicious than many meals I've had in Korea. It was really impressive. If you avoid peak hours, there is usually no waiting time and your food arrives within 5 minutes of your order. The side dishes are refillable, which was amazing. The menu lists alcoholic beverages, but they weren't actually served during my visit. I didn't ask any more, but I'm sure there's a reason for that. Some Korean visitors may think that the price is a little bit high, but I disagree. Compared to other international cuisines such as ramen and sushi in New York, the price here is reasonable. After all, this is New York City, not Seoul, and it meets local standards. Highly recommend, if you're traveling to New York. :)

Had an amazing Korean dining experience in NYC! I came to BCD Tofu House with my Korean friend because he brought me while I was visiting New York. The tofu was absolutely delicious☝🏻full of flavor and perfectly cooked. Our server, Pan, was really great and very knowledgeable about the menu. She explained everything in detail and helped us choose the best dishes. It was a great experience, and I’d definitely come back again! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an authentic Korean dining experience.

The servers were great and the food was amazing🤩🤩👍!!! It was the best Korean food we have ever tasted. Really recommand you to go here.

Food's consistently great. Service is quick and simple. Lines can get a little long with wait times during peak hours, but for regular waits, you can expect to get a table quickly. Their raw marinated crab is incredibly flavorful and tofu soup is, of course, the star of the show. My partner usually orders the galbi short ribs and loves it. Perfect place to eat during a cold winter day. Can't recommend enough.

Great spot in Koreatown for a last minute late dinner. The food was really good and the atmosphere felt lively but still casual. There was a line outside, but it moved quickly and we got seated faster than expected. If you are looking for a place with good food and a good vibe that is not dead at night, this is a solid choice.

Everything is great. Love the fried fish they served in the beginning. Place might be too busy, so staff might forget your small request sometimes. Definitely will come back for their galbi 🤩

Definitely delicious Korean food. I love the Kimchi jjigae. In the Korean Center in Manhattan NY. There are large collections of Korean cuisine. They have enough room for the big groups as well.

P “Parzoufoodie”

Amazing value and taste. Food is super flavourful, maybe a bit on the bold side for sweetness. Everything you see on the photos came from one combo and the sides are refillable.

Murray Lachlan

BCD Tofu House is one of the best soondubu restaurants, hands down. The soondubu is rich, flavorful, and consistently satisfying—exactly what you expect from a top-tier Korean tofu house. Every visit delivers the same high quality, which is why this place stands out. All of the staff are friendly and professional, but I especially want to recognize the Manager , who usually works in the late afternoon. He is exceptionally kind, attentive, and genuinely cares about the customers. His presence and leadership clearly make a difference in the overall dining experience. Excellent food, outstanding service, and strong management. This location truly sets the standard for soondubu. Highly recommended.

Kathy and PM

A perennial favorite when we’re in NYC (or their Fort Lee location). The food always satisfies with generous portions and reasonable prices. We are partial to the galbi, seafood pancake, jap chae, seafood soon tofu. Nice variety of side dishes. Always a wait at the nyc branch but worth it.

Steve Schwartz

Queue outside to get in at 5pm. Fast service enabled us to easily make our 7pm show. Tofu appetizers a nice benefit. All the food selections were excellent

Viggy Vanchi

Visited here on recommendation from a few frequenters in NYC. I thought this would be an underground spot, but it absolutely was not; humble doors open to a sprawling high-ceiling seating area with multiple areas and a loft. Ninety-five percent of the seats were filled. We were recommended the kimchi soon tofu (a soft tofu soup served with rice on the side), and the seafood pancakes. I went for the dumpling soon tofu, which was delicious and filling. Make sure to crack the egg into the soup early, so it cooks. Between all the banchan, rice, and soup, the price was more than worth it. Will definitely be taking guests here in the future.

+1

Arisa Chuklin

The seafood soon tofu is so good. Came at 16.30 on a Tuesday - there’s no queue! Word of advice? Get at least mild - I’ve tried different spice levels and mild was the best for me (I don’t eat spicy). Don’t get plain hahah. They give you tons of side dishes so you’ll definitely be full. Service is fast as the place is super busy and the staff needs to keep things flowing. Fave affordable Korean soup place in NYC!

KAS

Stopped by on a whim walking back to my hotel. What a surprise! They were packed, still seated me within 15 minutes. Ordered the Vegetable Tofu Soon, and they brought a huge spread of little appetizers that were included for the $20. Everything but the strange whole fish was great (I’m too squeamish to try eating a fish that still has a face), but I was completely baffled by the raw egg in a bowl. Ended up having to google it that you’re meant to crack it into the soup, which is served boiling. Cools the soup, cooks the egg. You know food is good when the faux cultured white chick has to google how to eat it. Best soup I’ve ever had, and the portion was massive. Devastated I couldn’t bring it back with me, but my hotel doesn’t have a fridge. A must try, great value, awesome attentive staff who notice the second you start looking around for help.

Guy Eichler

Nice casual Korean spot in K town. This is a good place for walkins we were two and we got a table in less than 10 min. The food is good. They don’t really specialize in classic Korean bbq so don’t expect that. You order the dishes and they come to your table. I really love their spicy tofu soup. Galbi was okay too but I think their bulgogi is better.

S. Sung

Best place to have Korean meal in K-Town area - especially if you're craving any type of tofu soups! Orders come with plenty of side dishes and taste fantastic. For those who cannot handle a lot of spice - the side dishes are on the mild end! The soups also has option for plain to extremely spicy levels on a huge gradient scale that you can choose from. This place tends to be very busy during normal hours, so we recommend coming during off hours if you can. Otherwise, prepare to be in line for a while during normal lunch or dinner service times. Once you're in, you may need to wave down servers to order or ask for things as they manage several tables and are constantly running back and forth.

Lexus

This restaurant was so big with 2 levels and busy . They open until 5 AM early morning. They have so many side dishes and I love Kimchi & Fish tofu,Staffs were fast services, nice and helpful, decent food, and reasonable prices. Tofu soup is so good , but need to be careful die to they served with the hot pot it was full of the flavor. We love LA Galbi combo , Spicy raw crab combo , Spicy stir fired squid were so good and delicious. For the drink , I was recommended draft makgeolli , good together with Korean food. Confirmed. I was recommended this place and I would come again by soon.

+3

Sholeh

This is the best BCD I’ve been to out of 5 others I’ve tried. It somehow gets better and better everytime we go. Flawless LA Galbi and Soondubu. We also love the seafood pancakes! So good. I love korean food and seek it out and this has to be top 5.

Hang

Loved the soft tofu soup! The combo was filling with generous portions, and it’s such a good deal for the price. Will definitely come back again.

ᄌᄌᄋ

Good place to go for Authantic Korean Food😀 We ordered 해물순두부지게, 해물파전, and 오징어볶음. Everything tastes good for me! Even the appetizers(반찬) were very good👍🏻 And we didn’t eat all of them at there so we take away the 오징어볶음 to home

I had a delivery order from this well known Korean soondubu restaurant.\n\nI ordered Bibimbap with Beef, Seafood Soondubu-jjigae and Rice Punch. Everything was delicious. The bibimbap was fresh and t…

This is my first time going to BCD Tofu since the Bayside location closed so was excited to try it again! The service is extremely efficient, when I joined the waitlist, I was 16th, and I was able to…

You can't really go wrong here. The food is fantastic. The service is fast... fast. The lunch deals are without equal. I've been here 5 times and will keep coming back.

You can't really go wrong here. The food is fantastic. The service is fast... fast. The lunch deals are without equal. I've been here 5 times and will keep coming back.

Sooooo delicious! Walked over after a broadway show and the place was absolutely packed for 11pm on a Sunday! Open late and lots of seating so we didn't have to wait for a group of 4. Attentive sta…

BCD is great! The food warms my soul. I've been coming here for over a decade and the food is still good. They are generous with the side dishes as well.

We love Seafood soon tofu, seafood pancake and Sojus here. The Banchan is very flavorful too. Be ready for long wait on friday night and weekends.

Dined in once and got food for to go. They serve authentic korean food. Food, service and ambiance is excellent!

Dined in once and got food for to go. They serve authentic korean food. Food, service and ambiance is excellent!

Hands down one of the best korean food I have had in NYC. The hour wait in line was definitely worth it. Somehow we were able to get a table large enough for 11 people (6 which were kids) on a Sund…

One of best Korean restaurants in town (for non KBBQ). I LOVE LA GALBI combo! Hands down the best in town.

A ktown classic that always hits. Classic tofu soup and galbi combo were very good. Love that they have the fried fish as a set side dish. Service is a bit rushed but that's expected given how busy…

A ktown classic that always hits. Classic tofu soup and galbi combo were very good. Love that they have the fried fish as a set side dish. Service is a bit rushed but that's expected given how busy…

I went alone for lunch and left so happy and full! I enjoyed the soup very much. It was a huge space and lots of available seating for lunch. The price difference from lunch to dinner was mostly on…

This Korean restaurant serves authentic Korean food. From Dol Sot Bibimbap to Galbi. There is always a line up, so be prepared. We were a party of 4. They have separate line for 1-2 people and over 3…

This korean restaurant serves authentic korean food. From Dol Sot Bibimbap to Galbi. There is always a line up, so be prepared. We were a party of 4. They have separate line for 1-2 people and …

This korean restaurant serves authentic korean food. From Dol Sot Bibimbap to Galbi. There is always a line up, so be prepared. We were a party of 4. They have separate line for 1-2 people and ov…

My family and i went here for dinner on our visit to NYC. The food was delicious and the service was very good. We tired the rice cake, glass noodle with veggies and the pork,

This is a really nice and popular place. If you come prime time like 7p or 8p, you'll have to wait because there is a bunch of ppl waiting outside especially during weekends. I went to their or…

The tofu soup is very flavorful and tasty. The staff was quite generous with bringing over the complimentary side dishes too. Solid spot in K-town!

The tofu soup is very flavorful and tasty. The staff was quite generous with bringing over the complimentary side dishes too. Solid spot in K-town!

Nice Korean soft tofu soups of any kind. I would say that this may be one of the best tofu houses in Manhattan. The price is ok but when you go there please expect to wait most of the time because the place is always always crowded.

+6

Food was okay. Expect to wait outside in the cold for dinner.

+1

BCD Tofu House is a delicious spot for lunch and dinner. The food is fresh, flavorful, comforting, and consistently delicious. That said, the atmosphere can be a bit intense. It’s loud, very crowded, and the seating is extremely tight—you’re basically sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with the people next to you. The service was okay—not bad, but not particularly warm or attentive either. Orders came out in a reasonable amount of time, but don’t expect much beyond the basics. But here’s the thing… the food is so good, none of that matters! Definitely give it a try for some warm and comforting style food!

One of the better Korean restaurants on 32nd Street in Koreatown Manhattan.

+2

A classic Korean spot serving hearty Soon Tofu soup with a variety of banchan options (the fried croaker is a standout). The combo option is a great way to try a stir-fry and a soup dish. The tofu soup is rich and comforting with silken soft tofu, while the spicy pork we ordered was sizzling hot and well-seasoned. Overall, a satisfying meal, though expect a wait during peak hours.

+2

Comfort food in New York City! Good food and worth it. The waiting time can up to 1hours+ during peak hours. All set comes with tofu soup, unlimited Banchan (korean sides dish), not a halal restaurant they do serve pork and alcohol as well. Not to worry they do have vegan and other choices as well. Not so friendly staff, decent restaurants and will come back again.

+1

This was my second visit to BCD Tofu House. The food was decent - we ordered the seafood tofu and spicy crab. While the crab could have been better, it was reasonable for the price. However, the service during this visit was disappointing. We waited in line as expected, but once we were seated, the staff who served us were rude and unprofessional. I understand that everyone has bad days, but when working in customer service, basic courtesy and respect should still be upheld. A simple question shouldn’t be met with attitude. It definitely took away from the dining experience, which is unfortunate because the food itself was okay. Hoping for better service next time.

Such a great experience. We got in line and waited 3 mins max and got seated. If you don’t like hearing other conversations then just don’t come here because you’ll have to sit super close to other patrons. We didn’t mind at all. The customer service was good. Food came out pretty fast. We ordered topokki, popcorn dumplings, seafood tofu stew, galbi ribs and raw marinated crabs. We also had rice and banchan. The food was amazing!!! Everything was well balanced in flavor and quantity. Atmosphere was very go go go, loved it!! WILL be returning.

+2

One of the go to places we always go for when we first moved to nyc. so many memories. came here again for my friends last meal in the city. very sentimental. well, somehow everything got smaller. dishes are actually smaller. never seen plates so small 😂 bulgogi also is poor quality meat. Oh well.

Good value! Everyone got a deep fried mackerel (sardine?). The Banchans kept coming. We had the seafood pancake ( large, 6 servings) that was mostly squid. The Galbi main, although the most expensive main, was large portioned and tender - would def order again. The seafood soup (medium spice) was big enough for 2 to share. I was expecting a bit more seafood (1 shrimp, 1 mussel, numerous clams). Overall, I would definitely return if I have a craving for Korean food. May 2024

+1

The food was plentiful, service was quick it was a busy place after 9pm on a Wednesday night! I will say my hot stone Bibimbap lacked any flavor and the stone pot was not hot enough to caramelize/ cook the rice. I had to add almost all the red sauce to flavor the dish. Be careful even with their designated "vegan/vegetarian" dishes they make with beef! The mushroom soup was great!!

Large indoor dining area with 2 foors of seating but there’s still usually a queue outside the restaurant. Service is fast and efficient as they try to turn the tables as fast as they can so you don’t have to wait too long if you want to dine in. Food is good and always freshly prepared. Portions are also generous. Would come back again if I’m in this part of town.

This is my go to place every week for sizzling hot yummy spicy Tofu stew soup for a decade now. I had try many other Tofu stew soup in my life and they are dim in comparison to this. They provide a good amount of delicious side dishes including my favorite fish cakes and kimchi. their short rib tastes perfectly moist with amazing flavor. Even though I am not Korean, their food certainly provides comfort to my hungry soul.

The food was comforting for nyc winter after a long walk outside, the LA galbi is crazy good yet it was not the best kimchi soup i've tried, the location is convenient and the wait is around 45m

So yummy! A few things to note: the wait time to get a table can be quite long, and your entire party needs to be with you to get seated. The service makes up for it though; the staff is so quick, friendly, and efficient. Really from the second you sit down, you feel well attended to and cared for. I’m vegetarian and thought there were great veggie options! For tofu stew you have the vegetable or mushroom option with water-based broth. The banchan was mostly delicious, but a few of the side dishes were subpar. I love spicy food and thought that the spicy level (the levels go from not spicy, medium, spicy, all the way to “dangerous”) was not that spicy, but the tofu was fresh and tasty. The kimchijeon was good but not the best I’ve ever had - it was actually pretty oily. Overall, I would return here but I would not wait in such a long line !

Visited in Aug 2023 Really popular Korean dining place and you should expect a queue during dinner time, but it moves fast. This place exemplifies the phrase ‘good food at reasonable prices’. We ordered a couple of shared plates and each of us also ordered our own entree dish. Everything was well prepared and we also enjoyed the complementary side dishes (which come along with the entree/main dish). Service was fast and efficient. Really nice restaurant overall and definitely a place to try out if you’re in NYC

+5

The service was fantastic. well staff and got my orders quick. Always noticed my empty water cup and refilled it quickly. I ordered a pork jeyuk which was a pork belly stir-fry and it came with a tofu soup. they're well known for their tofu so that was good. the stir-fry was a bit off in the way that it had too much sauce it was quite overwhelming. it was fried with cabbage which took up a lot of space too. side dishes were nice. not exemplary but it's pleasant. lunch time is cheaper by 1 dollar compared to the dinner prices.

+2

The food at BCD Tofu House is truly excellent and definitely worth trying. The beef bulgogi is a standout, perfectly seasoned and tender. They also go the extra mile with complimentary sides, including a crispy fried fish and flavorful cabbage and cucumber kimchi, which add a nice variety to the meal. That said, be prepared to order quickly, as the service can feel a bit hurried. Despite this, the delicious food and generous portions make it a dining experience you won’t regret!

+6

Vey busy place. Checked in at restaurant and was told 60-80 minutes. However we were able to get a table after 20 minutes or so. The service was great. Really appreciated that they recommended getting the combo, which was cheaper and came with an entree and smaller sized soup. It ended up being too much food for one person, but not quite enough for 2 people if both are really hungry.

Very good food, great service soups are very hot, starter dishes included including a whole small fish salted and fried. Yum. Expect to spend 35 and up on food + drinks and tips. A little expensive and it can be loud inside. Simple dishes, if you know your sauces you can execute for 10% at home, but it's a warm environment to eat and converse.

This is an authentic and delicious Korean restaurant chain. They even serve marinated raw crab, which is hard to find in many places. I’ve eaten here many times, and every dish is consistently good. However, the prices have been going up quite a bit recently. Other than that, no complaints!

Having no idea where to go upon arriving at NYC, we were sooo happy when we found BCD tofu house. It goes without saying, u cant order the wrong food here. Satisfying tofu chigae with seafood and beef. Will always be one of our comfort food.

If you're a fan of Korean food, BCD Tofu House in NYC's Koreatown is a must-visit! Located right in the heart of the neighborhood, this spot delivers authentic and delicious Korean cuisine with great service, really fast service (appreciated). The bulgogi and tteok-bokki are both excellent, flavorful, well-cooked, and be warned: seriously spicy! The kimchi and the spicy options really bring the heat, so come prepared if you're not used to intense spice levels. One of the best things is that there's usually no wait for solo diners or pairs, but if you're coming in a group of three or more, expect a bit of a line. Still, it's well worth it. The quality-to-price ratio is fantastic, around $48 for a shared appetizer, a full entrée, drink, and all the classic Korean side dishes included. A solid choice whether you're a local or just visiting. I’ll definitely be back!

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AMAZING! I got the lunch special and wow. Highly recommend the marinated crab. When they say their 순두부 tofu soondubu stew is spicy they are not lying. I expected danger to be just right for me as someone who is Korean WARNING: VERY SPICY.

We had tried and liked the one in Fort Lee, and thought to give this one in Manhattan a try since it was easier for us to get to. We arrived around noon on a Tuesday. There was no wait. Service was efficient. I ordered the Seafood Tofu Soup and my husband had the LA Galbi Combo BBQ Short Ribs that also came with a smaller Tofu soup. Galbi was tender and generous in portion size, but a bit sweet. The “medium" spicy tofu soup was very flavorful and not too spicy. The complimentary banchan side dishes were ok. It was a lot of tasty comfort food for a very fair price and a great value in Manhattan.

BCD is a classic go-to in the neighbourhood, but until recently, I've only ordered takeout from here (there's always a queue,,,). I stopped by for a recent Sunday dinner and luckily our party of 2 had to wait only around 15 min to be seated (around 7pm) -- service was quick and table turnovers were quick, too. It was a bit of an unfortunate surprise that the combo meals were generally only available during weekdays (not even at the dinner price on weekends!). They had a seasonal special -- the combo with grilled atka mackerel -- that was available for dinner, so we ordered that with the seafood soondubu, as well as an a la carte order of the beef soondubu. The mackerel was tasty -- the fish was fresh and extremely well-cooked. The skin was just the right amount of crispy, and the tender flesh was so flavourful and juicy. However, it was pretty oily, and increasingly so as we got to the bottom of the fish. Portion size was really big, the two of us could barely finish. The soondubu that we ordered was also not bad , but I don't really think there was anything particularly notable about it. Portion sizes was reasonable and the tofu was silky and yummy, but I feel that the quality of soondubu here was pretty similar to that at a bunch of other restaurants in the area. Overall price point was quite good -- we had a filling and delicious meal -- but I don't think I would be too keen on queueing to eat here in the future.

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Nice atmosphere, very busy and popular place during dinner time, good thing there wasn't a wait time and got seated immediately. The food was more then expected which is always a plus. Very tasty and highly recommended to try.

Great food with an okay atmosphere. They do not take reservations so you wait a while. They flip tables pretty fast, but you feel a bit rushed when eating.

I recently ate at a Korean restaurant known for its authentic flavors. The food was tasty — the bibimbap was well-made and full of flavor, and I highly recommend trying the tofu soup or kimchi soup. Both were very good. The fish panchan had nice flavor but too many small bones, and the other side dishes were not very exciting. The staff were fast and helpful, which made the meal smoother. However, with the long wait and high prices, the experience didn’t fully meet my expectations. While the food is good and authentic, it may not be worth the long line and cost for everyone.

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Got their sundubu jiggae; the tofu soup with seafood. It was okey, not too spicy but enough flavor. The banchan (side dishes) are a lot! Which is nice and generous. The service was great too, the english speaking staff are helpful. Although the place is a bit packed but it was pretty comfy. The pancake was great yet a bit oily.

It's usually crowded, we have to wait about 20 minutes to have a table for 3 people, but the food is very good it didn't take so long to get the meals and the service was great! It's a little noisy since the place is usually crowded but a have a great express I recommend it!

L H

BCD Tofu House is always my first stop whenever I’m in NYC and the place I take every guest who visits me. Located right in the heart of Koreatown, it’s fast, affordable, and consistently delicious. Yes, there’s usually a wait (it’s K-Town, after all), but I tend to go later at night and it’s always worked out perfectly. The dining room is surprisingly spacious, and the staff moves with lightning speed. You’re seated, you order, and your food arrives before you even start to wonder where it is. The soondubu (tofu soup) hits the spot every single time rich, comforting, and customizable to your spice level. And the free banchan (side dishes) just make the whole experience even better. It’s one of those meals that feels like a hug, especially on a cold NYC night. If you’re looking for a reliable, flavorful, and satisfying Korean meal in Midtown, BCD Tofu House never misses. Highly recommend!

Michelle Lin

A staple for Korean food. The set is quite good value. It’s perfect on a cold winter day to have the spicy tofu soup. I do think it gets a little salty and I kept drinking water. The galbi is great super tender and flavored. Also love all the banchan especially the fried fish. A walk in only spot, be ready to wait but usually it’s not over 30 minutes

Kim Pop (kimpopusa)

Makes us nostalgic for the OG spot in LA. Banchan yummy except the fried fish which looked good but lacked any fish flesh. Come here for the soon tofu pots. s2 beef plus seafood gives more umami than s1 of just beef. Man this place hits the spot on brisk travel days.

Julia H

Almost like a standard Korean restaurant. ✨Many side dishes, fast services, decent food, and reasonable prices. Tofu soup is definitely a must and worth the price. Intestine tofu soup was intense since the soup will be full of the flavor. It came with an egg and rice, you can be full after this meal. Spicy sauce crab was a raw and cold dish. Super Korean thing which I loved it. But the taste was pretty heavy and spicy.

Naveen Kumar

Went out for dinner with friends and had to wait over 40 minutes for a table of six. This place seems better suited for smaller groups (2–4 people)—otherwise, expect a long wait. That said, the food was excellent! They offered a few complimentary snacks, which was a nice touch and gave us a preview of the menu. The standout dish was definitely the Seafood Tofu Soup—rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. If you’re not in a rush and enjoy good food, it’s worth the visit. Just plan ahead if you’re coming with a bigger group.

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I feel like this place is a homey Korean staple! I like all the sides dishes that come out and yes the main event of the tofu stew/soondooboo definitely hits the spot. It's hearty and good and not to…

Staffs are rude, but the food are amazing. Love how the interior looks, it is really clean. Other than the fact the waiters kept rushing you to order your food, the restaurant is great.

staffs are rude, but the food are amazing. Love how the interior looks, it is really clean. Other than the fact the waiters kept rushing you to order your food, the restaurant is great.

There was a long wait, but that's to be expected around the holidays. The food was very standard BCD. It was good especially with unlimited banchan. The waitress wasn't too attentive so I had to fl…

There was a long wait, but that's to be expected around the holidays. The food was very standard BCD. It was good especially with unlimited banchan. The waitress wasn't too attentive so I had to …

The food is tasty. Service was so quick and they are opened soooooo late 24 hours. The ambiance was spacious and a lot of tables were filled. It's definitely a place where everyone stops by for foo…

Good food, acceptable service. The thumping dance music was a little bit loud for my taste.

I've been here so many times here now sharing food with friends in the duper early l hours of the morning after a night out! Having grown up on korean food, the dishes here at BCD Tofu House are so…

Reliable, open late, wait list moves quickly and the food is great. A little nurunjgi soup for everyone.

Oldie but goodie. It was delicious. I had the kalbi combo with mushroom soon doo boo. The banchan was all very delicious. The kalbi had great flavor, kinda on the sweet side but good. The food was …

Good ethnic food in the Little Korea neighborhood. The complimentary whole fried fish appetizer was a new one on me! LIttle dishes of delicious things accompany your main order, tons of food for the …

Good ethnic food in the Little Korea neighborhood. The complimentary whole fried fish appetizer was a new one on me! LIttle dishes of delicious things accompany your main order, tons of food fo…

Very good tofu meals at reasonable prices. wait staff did not speak English so communication was uneven. We will return to try other dishes.

Very good tofu meals at reasonable prices. Wait staff did not speak English so communication was uneven. We will return to try other dishes.

I’ve only had korean food a handful of times and was looking forward to an authentic experience. We were quickly seated and we ordered bibambop and japchae. Both were great! We loved the add-ins…

The restaurant was pretty busy but we didn’t have to wait that long for the table. Was excited for the meal, I couldn’t say whether mine order was good or not because it came last minute and my mood was already destroyed so I canceled it… However, my friend’s kimchi soup was pretty good. Understand the hype of it now. The Galbi was pretty burnt, they should have cut the burnt part out but I guess it’s pretty busy to do that. Mine came after my friend are half way through with theirs meal… I canceled it way ahead, the staff didn’t listen but keep telling me “your food is on the way”. No explanation why the table next to our that came after us got their full set of order before we do (exactly same order as us). The staff try to compensate me by offer the meal that I ordered for free but It’s not about free food…My mood was already destroyed so I asked them to keep it for themselves. Mistake happens all the time but not every complain is looking for free stuff as compensation 😊

I’ve been a regular customer here and usually order and pick up in Korean without any issues, but today’s front desk experience was very disappointing. I placed a to-go order over the phone in Korean, and when I arrived to pick it up, the staff asked for the name on the order. I answered in Korean, and it seemed like he understood. He then asked for my phone number, I provided it, and he found my order. However, as he handed me the food, he said “I don’t speak your language” in a very dismissive and irritated tone. I asked, “Are you having a bad day? Why are you coming at me like that?” but he completely ignored me and continued the transaction as if nothing happened. When I later asked for his name, he still avoided answering and instead asked “Everything okay?” It felt like I was being ignored multiple times. When I told him that saying “I don’t speak your language” like that was rude, he claimed he said “I’m sorry, I don’t speak your language” and then blamed me for “not hearing it,” shrugging as if it was my fault. As someone who also works in customer service, I found this behavior very unprofessional. I didn’t want to leave a negative review, but I feel this needs to be addressed. The front desk staff member (name sounded like “Aldler” or similar) needs better training, especially at a well-known Korean restaurant in K-town.

The food is great and all, of course, decent portions, pretty good ingredients, the usual. The tofu is great, very soft, also the soup that accompanies it is pretty neat. I got bibimbap both times, one time hot stone and one time normal. Both tasted good, I liked the rice that stuck to the sides of the bowl that turned out to be chewy if you let it sit for a while (I think it becomes something akin to guoba). The seafood pancake is pretty good too, and so is the LA Galbi. Though, service can be a bit slow to refill the sides (for some of the times I came they didn't refill the sides for me at all) considering it's pretty packed during busy hours. I mean, it's ought to be a good place considering every time I pass it there's a line forming in front of the door, but I think I didn't get the hype. Though, after much trial and error, I think that if you go thirty minutes before it usually gets busy, you can skip the wait time and the line pretty much most of the time!

Food was good. Authentic Korean food with enough toppings like seafood and pork tripe. But the server, Ren, was very rude. While explaining that they don’t serve the combo menu today and answering a couple of my questions, she clearly showed that she was annoyed, cutting my words in between. I understand the restaurant is super busy, but this kind of service will eventually make the restaurant not busy.

Emely Romo

Food is great for lunch, I usually always come here for lunch with coworkers or by myself. But I honestly was left really disappointed this time and won’t be coming back. I always get the spicy squid and ask for very little spice. It’s never been a problem until now. It wasn’t just the mistake, but the fact they tried to convince me that this was the least spicy possible. This isn’t even the mild version, this is extra. You can see the clear difference in the two pictures. The less “spicy” one is visibly different. Honestly, they wont treat you very good if you’re a solo dinner. If you’re gonna go, go with a group or go somewhere else.

They calculate tips AFTER TAX, so please look at the bill carefully. Food quality has been going down hill in the last 5 years but I end up coming here constantly because other Korean restaurants always have longer lines LOL And I realized, only today, how they manage the long line. They will give you the bill in the middle of the meal and snatch it as soon as you write down the tip. Still giving 2 stars because this place gives me nostalgia.

The policy is to make people wait at the door until everyone comes in, even though there are many empty seats in the restaurant and I said we'll order for everyone, if one of the members does not come with them. I felt sorry for the reception staff who mechanically responded without any flexibility or empathy. The food was not bad, but the service was truly unsatisfactory. The service score is 0. I couldn't take food pictures.

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Grace Bian

Seafood tofu stew was actually very good — if only there had been a bit more seafood, it would’ve been perfect. But the beef? A complete disaster. I’ve honestly never had beef this unappetizing before. Tough, dry, and just unbelievable… and they charged me over $30 something for this plate 😭😭😭 Ironically, the side dishes were way more appealing! The fried fish was delicious 😋 As for the beef — chef, please！You can do better!

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I came here with my parents on our first day in NY because it was near the hotel and the food looked nice. We were sat down promptly (it wasn't really that busy) but then watched two separate table…

I came here with my parents on our first day in NY because it was near the hotel and the food looked nice. We were sat down promptly (it wasn't really that busy) but then watched two separate tab…

This place is excellent and should get five stars. I really like it. However, when I went yesterday, we weren’t able to sit next to the entrance. I noticed that both fire exits were blocked by carts — which means it would be a carnage in case there is an emergency. I sat upstairs anyway, but knowing it would be hard to evacuate the place, with everyone stumbling on those carts. I raised it with the staff three times and they said “ok” but didn’t care at all and did nothing. So I am posting it here, hoping it reaches a manager. If no reply within a couple of weeks, I will report this to the NYFD.

’m a regular here and usually love the food. Today, I came in for a late lunch by myself. Two of my friends found out I was here and wanted to join me. However, the host (Aldar) wouldn’t let me move to a table for three. The restaurant wasn’t busy at all around 4:30 p.m.—if it had been, I would have completely understood. I’m really disappointed. My friends ended up leaving, so the restaurant lost extra business today. It felt like you didn’t care, which was disappointing. At that time, my food had just arrived—it was only the appetizers, so it would have been easy to move.