LASUNG TOFU & POT RICE 라성순두부

I visited LASUNG TOFU & POT RICE last weekend and was genuinely impressed! This spot just opened recently in K-town, but it already feels like a local favorite. The restaurant has a clean, warm, and modern Korean aesthetic — very welcoming and perfect for casual dining or small group gatherings. We ordered the seafood pancake, stone pot bibimbap with tofu stew, grilled eggplant pot rice, and the prime boneless short ribs pot rice. Every dish came out hot and beautifully presented. The seafood pancake was crispy on the outside and tender inside, loaded with fresh ingredients. The tofu stews had deep, savory broth with just the right amount of spice. But the highlight was definitely the pot rice dishes — each served in a traditional iron pot with a satisfying layer of crispy rice at the bottom. Staff were attentive and kind, and the valet parking ($3) was super convenient. Prices were reasonable for the quality and portion size. I’ll definitely be returning — highly recommend if you’re craving comforting, authentic Korean food in LA!

One of my go-to spots for Korean comfort food! Their tofu stews are absolutely my favorite — especially the beef brisket tofu stew, so flavorful and satisfying. The pot rice dishes are something special too — I love the eel pot rice and the eggplant one is delicious as well. Don’t skip the seafood pancake either, crispy and packed with flavor. The service is always warm and welcoming, and the environment is cozy and clean. Highly recommend for a hearty, comforting meal!

I think this place beats BCD by a large margin with better quality food overall. Everything tastes homemade and well done. Even the rice is SO delicious, I’ve never tasted a fresher rice in my life!!! Highly recommend giving this place a try for like an early lunch or dinner ~

Just like the name says, a great spot to get Korean style Tofu and Pot Rice! The vibe is super clean and modern and is a good place for larger groups. You order from a tablet so you can look at photos of what the food is expected to look like which is helpful for people not familiar. I ended up getting the combo of Bibimbap and Tofu Soup which was classic and the crispy rice was done to perfection! So delicious and friendly service too. Would come back again!!

Tried Lausanne Tofu and Rice Tofu and Pot Rice in Koreatown and had a mix of dishes. Started with the Kimchi Seafood Pancake, which wasn’t my favorite more of a personal preference than anything wrong with it. The standout of the night was the Bibimbap absolutely delicious, especially with the spicy sauce it comes with. I finished the whole plate and would definitely order it again. The short ribs were okay overall, though one piece was just pure fat with no meat, which was disappointing. The tofu stews I had both the tofu and the seafood versions & both were very flavorful. I ordered mine a little spicy, and even then, the heat level was enough to make me recommend getting mild or medium, since the soup is already served piping hot. For dessert, I had the Matcha Duo, which was really tasty, but the serving cup was tiny and only about three quarters full. Overall, a pretty good experience, with the bibimbap and tofu stews being the main reasons I’d come back.

If you love Korean BBQ in LA, chances are you’ve been to Quarters. The same group also runs Moohan Korean BBQ, one of today’s hottest AYCE spots, and Lasung House, the giant tonkatsu restaurant just a few blocks away. Their newest concept, Lasung Tofu & Pot Rice, naturally came with high expectations—even in a city that already has tofu heavyweights like BCD. I’ve visited multiple times since opening, and it has steadily improved each time. I’ve tried nearly all the stone pot rice dishes here, and they’re consistently flavorful, well-seasoned, and satisfying—no matter which one you order, you’ll likely leave happy. The Beef Intestine Stone Pot Rice was the last one I tried. The sauce itself was delicious and full of flavor, though I felt it paired best with a little extra plain rice to balance it out. The intestines were enjoyable, though the “gop” (fatty filling) was a bit lighter than expected. Still, the crispy rice that forms in the stone pot is fantastic, especially if you enjoy Korean-style fried rice. The soft tofu stews are generous and customizable in spice level, which is a big plus. I’ve found that ordering them medium spicy is the best balance—the broth’s natural umami shines at that level, while at higher spice levels the flavor can get muted by capsaicin heat. Another highlight is the banchan and salad, which are always fresh and clearly well-maintained. That consistency in side dishes adds a lot to the overall experience. Service has also improved a lot since opening. With digital kiosks at every table, ordering is smooth and food now comes out much quicker. Staff are noticeably more attentive and genuinely friendly, which makes every visit welcoming. Overall: As the latest concept from the Quarters/Moohan/Lasung House family, Lasung Tofu & Pot Rice continues their streak of thoughtful, well-run restaurants. The food is consistent, the sides are fresh, and the service has become impressively attentive. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5) Final Score: 8.5 / 10 • Food Quality & Taste: 3.3 / 4 Stone Pot Rice: Overall flavorful and satisfying; crispy rice is a highlight. The intestine version had a tasty sauce but needed extra plain rice to balance, and the “gop” was lighter than expected. Soft Tofu Stews: Generous portions with customizable spice. Medium spice is the best balance—rich umami comes through, while higher spice leans too heavy on capsaicin. Spicy Pork Bulgogi: Bold and savory with just the right kick, perfectly paired with rice; a reliable standout dish. • Menu Concept & Balance: 1.2 / 1.5 (Focused menu built around stone pot rice and tofu stews, with a few complementary entrées like bulgogi. Good focus but narrower than some Korean restaurants.) • Accompaniments & Details: 0.9 / 1.0 (Banchan and salad consistently fresh and well-maintained, though not highly varied.) • Service & Hospitality: 1.6 / 2.0 (Staff are friendly and attentive, and service has improved significantly since opening, though peak-hour efficiency still leaves room for polish.) • System & Efficiency: 0.8 / 1.0 (Tabletop kiosks make ordering smooth; food arrives quicker than before, though not the fastest compared to other K-Town spots.) • Ambience & Comfort: 0.4 / 0.5 (Clean and modern interior, comfortable but more functional than atmospheric.) • Value & Overall Impression: 0.3 / 0.5 (Good quality for the price, though not necessarily a bargain in Koreatown’s competitive dining scene.)

A new Korean pot rice place that is unfortunately held back by poor service and high prices. I got the boneless short rib pot, and for over $30, I definitely expected more. While it was tasty and high quality, it's ultimately a bowl of rice with beef, which to me isn't worth the $30. The tofu stew has an interesting tomato flavor that threw me off but I also didn't hate. The seafood pancake was good. Service was really slow and often times didn't bring what we asked for. One time we asked to get our banchan refilled, particularly the fish cakes, and it took over 10 minutes for them to bring everything except the fish cakes out. We'd often have to ask multiple waiters to get refills or water. Perhaps we went on an off day, but it was a relatively expensive and disappointing experience overall.

Visited Lasung Tofu & Pot Rice for a late dinner and overall had a mixed experience, but there are definitely reasons I'd come back! Food was 3/5. We ordered the Galbi combo, marinated crab combo, and naengmyun. *The marinated crab was hands down the highlight!! Flavorful, generous portions, and definitely something I'd recommend. *Galbi was decent. Not the best I've had, but not bad either -- just okay. *Soontofu had great meat quality, but the broth was on the bland side and not as spicy as expected. *Naengmyun tasted similar to store-bought packs and didn't stand out. Next time, I'm curious to try their pot rice since it looked great at other tables. Service: 5/5 We showed up about an hour before closing, and the staff was super accommodating. They gave us gentle heads-ups about last call, but never made us feel rushed. That kind of hospitality made a big difference and really stood out. Ambience: 5/5 We loved the space, there was enough space between the tables so you're not involuntarily in someone else's conversations. The place was well lit and offers private rooms for bigger parties! All in all, Lasung was okay, I'd like to go back to try the other menu items.

The side dishes are generous, the soft tofu stew is delicious, and the bibim naengmyeon is really tasty. The staff are friendly, and the manager, Mina, is always kind and attentive."

Been here twice now and have had great experiences both times! Wait staff is very friendly and accomodating. We were unsure if we would arrive before last call, and the staff we spoke to on the phone took our order so the food was ready when we arrived. Banchan is great and highly recommend the bulgogi and bean sprout pot rice! Clean and modern atmosphere and easy street parking during later hours. Also conveniently in the same building as Rok!

Food was very good but expensive. Its very cold here but clean. The service was alright we order through the machine and the servers drop off the food.

This place was really great. We were in a bit of a rush and needed somewhere that could seat and serve us quickly. At first, we thought the line outside was for the cafe and we were so disappointed. I spoke to the manager and she confirmed it was actually for the tofu house next door, not this restaurant. That was a relief and we were seated right away. Ordering through the tablet was simple and the side dishes came out quickly. Everything was fresh and delicious. We had the spicy chicken and the seafood tofu soup and both were absolutely amazing. My husband enjoyed it so much he said he wants to come back soon. The service was friendly, the food was fantastic, and we had a great experience overall. We will definitely be coming back.

100/10. This is THE place to be for tofu soups, kalbi, and not to mention their side dishes are all so good. Love the yuzu dressing on salad, kimchi is super fresh, potato dish is incredible, etc. Got the dumpling one and portion is generous. Broth is so rich and savory. Tofu is silky. I do prefer this place over Surawon or BCD. Also shoutout to their manager/host, didn't get her name but she was hustling like no other and I respect that so much. She was not only interacting with customers, but also hosting, cleaning the tables, running food, etc. She needs a raise and a paid vacation expeditiously!!!!

Absolutely delightful! Tried a bunch of LA Galbi and pot rice places in Ktown, but this one takes the crown. Add the attentive servers who are always anticipating my needs, and Mina--the sweet manager who oversees them all: a great place for dinner that I will recommend to all my friends. Of course (without question) the place was clean, and has a nice ambiance.

Surprisingly really good! My friend and I went to Rok (which felt like it's currently operating out of this restaurant?), and decided to just eat here for dinner since we parked in their structure. Supposedly parking is free for 20 min, $2 for lunch, and $3 for dinner. But no attendants so we ended up parking for free. Food was delicious, we shared a cold noodle combo with a small portion of galbi. Perfect portion for sharing, there were 6 pieces of galbi. The noodles were bouncy and flavorful, and there's vinegar on the table you can add. Sides were pretty good too, I liked the cucumber and the fish cake. Service could be better. We had to ask for utensils after being served food, and ask for water when they gave us on empty cups, ask for our sides after our food was served, but other tables got them automatically after ordering.

I visited this restaurant for lunch on a Sunday and my experience here was pretty good! Firstly, the owner and wait staff were super friendly and accommodating. We got matcha from Rok next door and they let us bring the drinks in. Walking-in, the interior was nice and clean. The decor gave off an upscale vibe. At each table, there were tablets which you could order from. Since it was summer, my friend and I split the cold noodles with seafood pancake combo. We both got our own cold noddles and shared a large seafood pancake for around $46 total. The cold noodles were tasty and refreshing. The noodles were cooked well and the broth was flavorful. Combined with the mustard and vinegar, it was tasty. The meat, hard boiled egg, and veggies were good too. The seafood pancake was crispy, soft, and filled with different fillings. It was delicious especially when paired with the sauce it came with. A great combo with these two together! I also loved the banchan variety such as the fresh kimchi. My favorite was the potato which was soft and marinated with great flavor. For parking, there's a parking lot behind the building which is pretty cheap. $2 for lunch and $3 for dinner. Overall, a good experience here and I would love to come back to try their soondubu and pot rice which they're known for.

Excellent Korean cold noodles. I can tell by the food that this place is very skilled at making Korean food. I will be a regular here. Please support this business.

I had one of the best experiences at Lasung Tofu & Pot Rice. Service was great and everyone was so nice and helpful. They checked up on us multiple times for refills and everything. This is a new aesthetic Korean restaurant and right next to Rok matcha too. This was my favorite kimchi pork tofu soup (spicy). The kimchi was fermented perfectly and there was so many pork pieces in the soup. The rice was great and also they have the burnt pieces in the soup as well. Banchan (side dishes) were good and you could get refills too. iPad ordering made it super easy and there were pictures as well. Highly recommend coming !

Generous portion sizes, delicious banchan, and great hospitality! I got their mild pork tofu stew, which was rich in kimchi flavor and had huge chunks of delicious soft tofu. I also thoroughly enjoyed their banchan, especially the soft potatoes and cucumbers. The staff here is super welcoming and friendly! Their warm hospitality made my first experience enjoyable :) I'll definitely be back and highly recommend that anybody try this place!

After trying the Rok, I saw Lasung next door and I've been craving soondubu so perfect timing! Great spot overall. Casual and chill tofu spot, and they have a wide assortment of banchan (side dishes). Menu is simple but I'd say the must orders are the short rib pot rice and the soondubu. The short rib pot rice is bomb! It comes with short rib, rice, garlic, and green onions. I love the sweetness added to the rice giving it a unique flavor. And the soondubu I ordered was the beef brisket with an egg and was honestly pretty impressed with the meat quality. They also have a generous amount of tofu inside. And of course served with a side of rice. I really enjoyed this place and will certainly be back! They close pretty late too so definitely a good option for a late dinner.

Our group came here for lunch and we were really impressed with both the quality of the food and the service. We parked a few blocks down on the street and had no trouble finding a spot. The restaurant itself felt clean, new, and welcoming. We ordered the kimchi stew (medium spice), two boneless short rib bowls, and one bibimbap. The kimchi stew had the perfect level of spice, not too overwhelming but just enough to warm you up, especially on a cold day. The short rib bowls were delicious, the rice was slightly sweet and paired perfectly with the stew. The bibimbap was also a hit and came in a pretty generous portion. They also offer refillable banchan, and we especially loved the kimchi, super flavorful and fresh. This spot definitely stood out to us, and we'll for sure be back soon!

Cute tofu house with such a nice and elegant interior - definitely elevates it above BCD, Young Dong, and the other tofu houses I've visited in the area. There's also valet parking in the back that makes it a convent spot to visit. Service was a bit slim with ordering done on the tablet and having to wave servers down whenever something was needed. I will also note that we found it a bit odd that all of the food was left on one side of the table so we would have to move it around ourselves so that we could all reach the food (there were 3 of us). Onto the food. There are definitely some expensive items on the menu here but for the order I'd normally get elsewhere I found the price surprisingly comparable! The soup wasn't as spicy as other spots (despite the very red appearance) but still flavorful and full of ingredients. The banchan was also delicious although I did find the fish a bit too fishy. There were two other things that I didn't love: the first was the fact that a soft boiled egg was given instead of raw egg for the soup. This also made it a little bit harder to neatly crack into the bowl. The second was the fact that the crispy rice ended up cold and soggy since it was soaked our entire meal. I actually would've preferred if they left it at our table and let us pour the stock(?) in on our own when we were ready to enjoy so that we could add however much we'd like. Overall I'd visit again looking for a nicer date spot or to try some of their more unique soup items.

I love pot rice so I was exciting to try this place! The Korean pancake was amazing. I also loved our waiter who explained what to do very well. The restaurant is new so the whole environment is modern and spotless. Some critiques: It is a bit strange to put everything in a different bowl to mix things around. For the high price of bulgogi pot rice ($22), I wasn't sure what was more astounding about the pot rice here, as the quality is standard yet the quantity is smaller. The sauce is also not gochujang but something that's more liquid and sweet sauce. I would try the pot rice here, it is different, but this place is not for you if you prefer a cheaper and more filling place to eat!

The food is delicious! Boneless short rib pot rice is a must. Dol sot stone pot rice is one of the best in town and super clean tasting. The tofu stews are all good. This is our fourth or fifth visit and every time it's spot on. Same with service. Quick and friendly.

Tried a Korean place known for its pot rice. They use the old stone pots--hot and heavy. The rice cooks slow, top to bottom, and you get all the textures. They offer different toppings--premium BBQ beef, seafood. Land and sea, done with care. It's refined. Good, but I've had better. The banchan was light. Not in flavor, in portion or replenishment. Service was distant. For a place aiming high, it fell short there. Still, the rice was solid. Honest. That counts for something.

Lasung feels like a more elevated version of your typical Korean tofu spot. They offer a great variety of tofu stews and sotbap (Korean pot rice), which is something I haven't really seen much of in Ktown LA. short rib pot rice- the meat was super flavorful, and the rice absorbed all the sauce, making it sticky in the best way. The wasabi was a bit strong, but it didn't overpower the dish. I also loved the touch of pouring hot tea into the pot to enjoy at the end. lobster tofu stew- it was packed with seafood, and the broth had a subtle sweetness, likely from the seafood and the base itself. It was warm and really comforting kimchi pancake- the one dish that was a little disappointing. The dipping sauce was tasty, but the pancake itself lacked crispiness and was a bit soggy. Service-wise, everything was smooth. The side dishes were solid, and I especially liked the potato and kimchi. The staff did a great job reorganizing everything on the table to make it easy to reach, and the presentation was pretty. Parking- there's a garage with valet, and when we pulled in, the sign said $3. But after our meal, it had changed to $2 for valet, which was a bit confusing (just something to keep in mind).

I saw that this place opened up, and people have been talking about it so I wanted to try it out. 5pm on a Tuesday is very open! No wait. The service was very fast and kind and helpful. The banchans were sweet potato, kimchi, salad, fish cakes, kimchi squid or something??? and cucumber. All really good actually! I ordered a beef brisket tofu soup, and it was good! Came with egg and rice for free! The soup was good, and came with a scorched rice soup type of thing. I would probably come back to try their other food! It was good! Maybe a bit on the pricey side... Could I get something similar at BCD? For sure. Anyways. It was good, clean, boujee vibes lowkey, but I would come back and I would recommend it to you if you're here wondering if you should go or not.

The design of the place is minamalist and well-lit. Valet parking available adjacent to it. It's next to a busy cafe so there's a lot of foot traffic. The store is busy, I wish they have a front desk person. We were lucky because someone was ordering to-go and a staff saw us waiting. Otherwise, you'll just have to go inside to tables until a staff sees us and get you seated. I love being able to order through their iPad and being ablet to choose easily with the options of the tofu soup. I ordered assorted tofu soup, the tofu was tender, seafood was fresh. I was just expecting a distinctive taste from it. All the sides were so delicious, the yuzu dressing on the salad was so refreshing. Price: above average but great portion size. They have lunch specials: a small tofu soup and galbi for about $28.

I came here for lunch with my bestie after her haircut (I was her chauffeur for the day). Food is really good, not too salty and no MSG. Only thing bad is it's all street parking, but it's definitely worth it. The amount of banchan they have reminds me of BCD tofu house, it's just their food isn't overly salted. I'll definitely come back when I'm back in Ktown!

Had a really wonderful meal here with my family. We had the short rib and eel pot rice dishes, which were very delicious and comforting. Loved that you could order these as combo with the tofu soup. The banchan was also excellent. The yuzu salad dressing was so refreshing. The service was very warm and attentive. Mina went above and beyond to make our dinner memorable. We will definitely be coming back!

Was a bit bummed about this place because the interior is beautiful and we saw how good the food looked from a foodie vlogger we watch. Like another person said in another review: it's elevated BCD, but everything was bland. Actually, the best dishes were the banchan (esp the potato one). We were really excited about our food because of how good the banchans were. You order your food through an iPad that's attached to the table. We ordered the bibimbap and tofu combo, the eggplant rice pot and another tofu soup. The most decent dish was probably the eggplant rice pot because the meat in the rice pot had a bit of a flavor. I'm used to going to Korean restaurants where they either have more flavor for the stone pot dishes or have gochujang or some other sauce that's served with it but Idk.. I couldn't taste any seasoning (even salt or pepper). The soups were also a bit bland and the timing of the food was a bit odd too. It wasn't too busy when we first arrived but the rice pots came out first and the soups came out maybe about 10-15 minutes after (just wish we would be informed of the big delay, we were holding off on eating the rice pots to take a picture of everything). Also just a few things to add: -the bathroom is beautiful, but the faucet is so high and the sensor for it is also somewhere that's a bit awkward so when you wash your hands, water splash onto the sink/floor. Kinda sucks how often you'd have to wipe it down :/ -street parking isn't too hard to find but there is also valet parking available right by where rok cafe is Overall: I wouldn't go back. Our meal was about $86, I'd rather eat the bibimbap from the big food court where Hmart is or just go to BCD or Jinsol Gukbap (our fav).

We originally planned to eat at BCD Tofu House, but both locations were packed, so we ended up at Lasung Tofu, and honestly, no regrets! Prices are similar to BCD, and I ordered the Galbi + tofu soup combo. The galbi was flavorful but a bit tough. For the tofu soup, I went with the ham & sausage version and loved how generous they were with the toppings. I asked for extra spicy, but it wasn't quite as spicy as BCD's Danger level. I love Danger but if you thought that was too spicy for you, Lasung's extra spicy is more manageable, I'd say. What really stood out was the dolsot rice--it was glossier and more flavorful than what I've had at BCD. Only downside? When we made the nurungji (crispy rice soup), it had a bit of a burnt taste, and all four of us noticed it. BCD definitely leans more on the bold, punchy flavors, but Lasung Tofu has a cleaner, more balanced taste, great if you prefer something a little lighter. While I'd say BCD wins on flavor, Lasung Tofu easily wins in service. The hostess up front was SO kind and welcoming! it made the experience much more enjoyable! Bonus: Valet is cheaper here than other K-Town spots ($2 lunch / $3 dinner), and since it shares the space with the popular rōk café, you can go straight from hearty Korean comfort food to a trendy dessert and coffee fix.

Just got done with lunch here. The food was ok; nothing that stands out. The soybean noodles was subpar. We ordered our food from the screen attached to our table and the waiter was not present. The check took forever to come and had to be requested via the device on the table. At check out, the starting tip was 18% when I felt like I did all the work. Honestly, when I have to order from a device and there's very minimal service or human contact, the starting tip should be less that 18%.

This place used to be Oyabun back in the day--the large space has been sectioned off to become Lasung and a cafe that I don't remember the name of. That being said, the space for Lasung is still huge--it's open, the ceilings are high, and you never feel like there's too little space. It feels like an industrial space, with pipes and ducts exposed on the ceiling that's decorated with bright colored wood and modern minimalistic furniture. We are greeted immediately when walking in. We are sat and provided instructions on how to order, how to see a menu on our phones, and water. You order through a tablet and the menu is in both Korean and English. We got the bulgogi and bean sprout sotbab, the combo tofu soup + la galbi combo, and the kimchi pork tofu soup. The banchan came out first and was pretty good. Odeng, cucumber, kimchi, soy sauce potatoes, and fermented squid. Solid. Kimchi was nice and lightly fermented, the odeng was shredded thickly and well marinated. Fermented squid is one of my favorites. We asked for more. The food came out and I was pleasantly surprised. I'd say this place is probably better than BCD. Galbi had a little bite to it which I love--I feel like when galbi is too soft, it lacks texture. The sotbab came with a bigger bowl so it's easier to eat and it came with a side of the sauce as opposed to having it over the rice so you can control how much sauce you want to use. The tofu soup was good and this is the first place I've seen that serves poached eggs as opposed to raw egg. Service was fast and cordial. Waitress saw that we were trying to share and preemptively asked us if we needed extra bowls. The non Korean worker was also very helpful. Knew enough Korean to understand what my mom was asking for. Loved the experience, but my only gripe would be the price point. It is a little pricey for the premium items, but I guess that's for items like the 꼿살sotbab Definitely worth checking out. Also was too hungry and ended up eating the sotbab before taking a photo

Love love love this new soondobu spot! First of all, the interior is clean, and the color scheme is simple and calming. The front, by the reception area, you will see the stone pots (dolsot) lined up and it's so cool! Parking: There's a valet parking lot beside the building for $3 Food: I've had countless experiences with Korean food, and I pretty much grew up Koreatown and I loved every second of it. When I tried their food it felt like I was brought back to my teenage years lol the quality and the taste is just on point. Ordered the Mackerel combo with small squid soondobu, and seafood pajeon. Amazing combo and generous servings. The mackerel tasted fresh and grilled just right. The squid soondobu is sooo good. Perfect amount of squid chunks and they serve it with poached egg instead of regular egg and it was actually more fun to eat! Their banchan is quite nice with salad, fishcake shreds, pickled cucumbers, kimchi, etc. Service: Staff is polite and friendly. They always checked our table to see if we needed any help. I truly enjoyed my time here and will definitely come back. P.S. Right outside, next to this place, an amazing coffee shop just opened too called RŌk. I'll be posting a separate review for that one

Another new restaurant by the the group that operates Lasung Tonkatsu and Quarters BBQ. This one serves tofu soups and stone pot rice. The ambience is nicer than most soon tofu joints. The service seems to need a little more refinement. We had to ask for additional banchans several times before they were delivered. I also noticed that some waiters would spoon out the rice into a separate bowl and add high tea to the stone pot at other tables; but, it was never offered to us. Food-wise, the portion for the salted fish egg bowl was a little smaller than I expected. Flavor was just OK. The soon tofu was ok too; although I'd prefer BCD or Surawon more. Overall, the food was ok but a bit overpriced. But this is a good choice if one is looking for better ambience.

Lasung Tofu is a great alternative for korean tofu soup in koreatown. Thought this place would be mid at best because how different can it be compared to other Korean tofu shops. Came in around friday dinnertime with only a 5 min wait. Not sure about reservations but wait time is low to my experience. This place is massive for a restaurant in Koreatown. The interior of this place is very modern, clean and bright. Makes it feel like you're eating a high end restaurant. All the servers were great and helpful. Like any other tofu soup restaurant, you have your different variety that you could choose from ranging from beef, pork, combination tofu soups with different level of spice. I feel like Lasung is more fresh/clean when comparing tofu soups to other shops. You dont have that msg overload or lack of flavor. items purchased: -ham/sausage tofu soup: 8.2/10 - great flavor and excellent portions -rice (they mix it with barley tea at the end -sliced pork jowl platter: 6/10 - this was a bit disappointing as I felt the pork slices were very tough and just wasn't really good. -side dishes 8/10 - good amount of side dishes and they all tasted great! They are also popular with their pot rices which I did not purchase. Looking forward to this next time. Parking is either street parking or parking garage in the back with valet for $3. ktown life.

Just like the name says, a great spot to get Korean style Tofu and Pot Rice! The vibe is super clean and modern and is a good place for larger groups. You order from a tablet so you can look at photos of what the food is expected to look like which is helpful for people not familiar. I ended up getting the combo of Bibimbap and Tofu Soup which was classic and the crispy rice was done to perfection! So delicious and friendly service too. Would come back again!!

Came back to LA to visit and this was our first spot to hit up. Boy it did not disappoint. Craved some good soondubu and thats what we got. We even got a nice treat having the seafood pancake as one of the best tasting ones I've had. Hopefully they stay consistent with their fresh ingredients and taste. Service was great, ordered from a digital menu and food came out really quick. Will go back to try the other menu items.

I saw the sign for this place for weeks and was excited to see it finally opened! Here's my honest feedback. First impression wasn't good walking in. There was no one in the front and I waited patiently just to have a guy come up to the front and seat everyone behind me. If they want to save money and not have a hostess then it may be better to just have the whole team rotate and check the front. On top of that the servers were pretty rude too.. Tried the lobster soondubu and kotsal sotbab and thought both were lacking in different areas. Lobster soondubu came out burnt, flavor wasn't really much of anything. and the lobster was super salty compared to the soup flavor. The sotbab kotsal was too large of a chunk and not enough of it (only filled up half of top layer of rice so I was left with a lot of rice left over. The rice was also too soggy like they put too much water in the rice when cooking. Banchan was decent. Potato looked good but was flavorless. Salad only had a little dressing and only on one side but the lettuce was good. It seems like they're trying out too many concepts to get in more people but it's affecting the focus of each dish.

Grilled whole squid was amazing, reminiscent of the offering from Beverly Tofu that has closed down a few years back. The steak stonepot rice bowl was good too as well as the array of descent banchans. Unfortunately the same couldnt be said of for the taste for tofu stew. It was lacking the depth and flavor profile of other tofu soups you can find around town. Although, I have heard that the taste has improved since the early days of their opening. I hope what has improved is ambiance. Maybe it's because we went during off peak hours. There were only few customers and not busy at all and perhaps there was an issue amongst the employees but none of the servers seemed happy to be there. All of them had sort of a gloom on their faces. Not to say that their service was bad tho. They were attentative and accomodating nonetheless. Full disclosure: It's been over a month since this visit, and I have heard lot of good things and that improvements have been made. Looking forward to visiting again for a better experience.

The food and portions here were incredible! I absolutely loved the food and especially the banchan! I especially liked the seasoned squid banchan. The staff was friendly but slightly sparse, which isn't a big deal to me personally.

Food: 3 stars Service: 4 stars Ambiance: 5 stars Visited on Friday afternoon for lunch with co-workers. We ordered two tofu soups and two pot rice dishes. While the pot rice looked unique, the taste was so-so. Nothing special. The soups lacked flavor, and my squid tofu soup was disappointing - there was barely any squid, as if they had only used a single shredded leg. The service wasn't terrible but some employees were serving wrong food. On the plus side, the atmosphere was clean and spacious. Unfortunately, we all agreed that when we're craving tofu soup, we'll be heading to BCD instead. 새로 열었다 해서 점심 시간에 직원들과 같이 갔는데, 음식은 생각보다 걍 그랬음. 순부두는 전반적으로 좀 심심했고, 오징어 순부는 마치 오징어 다리 하나로 잘게 썰어서 넣어준거 같았고.. 걍 전반적으로 국물이 많았음. 솥밥은 특별해 보였으나, 맛은 그닥 틀별한게 없었음. 넓고 깨끗해서 좋긴한데, 순부두나 솥밥 먹으러 다시 찾진 않을 듯... .

My friends and I stumbled across this place 2 weeks ago after visiting the cafe next door, we were all hungry and decided to grab a bite to eat here. The owner, Mina was really kind and welcoming! The vibes in the restaurant were really nice and home-like. We ordered 2 sets of cold noodles, 1 order of dumplings, and an order of the sausage and ham tofu soup! Which were all really amazing! Food was so good I've been thinking about it for the past 2 weeks! I would love to come back again!

We ordered pot rice topped with tender, boneless short ribs, and it was super flavorful and delicious. We also tried the beef, shrimp, and clam tofu stew, the seafood tofu stew, and short ribs with rice. Everything tasted really authentic and satisfying. Since the restaurant is pretty new, we did have to wait a bit outside to be seated and then again to place our order, but once that was done, everything went smoothly. The place is spacious and modern, with a clean and stylish vibe no greasy smell lingering around. The staff was friendly and professional, and the service was great overall. It was a good experience, and we left happy and full. Definitely recommend giving it a try!

The Manager Mina and server Hyewon. Amazing service. Great Food. Honestly great korean stews and honestly everything we ate was great.. I would highly recommend this spot if you are in the area.. or even out of the area worth the drive.

Great food and Clean super cute ambiance, private rooms too the manager or lady here has professional service and great energy!!!

The restaurant is super spacious and is suitable for various party sizes. There was no wait for us to get seated and our server was both hospitable and helpful. The food came out quickly and while we waited they brought out banchan which included: potatoes, kimchi, marinated squid, fried fish, fish cake, and cucumber. My favorite was the potato. The kimchi was mildly fermented. The food was great! The portions are generous and I like that they did not skimp on the seafood in the assorted soup. The bottom of the rice that came with the squid/soup set was filled with water to make a dessert. It paired well with the squid and had a perfect charred taste.

This new restaurant in Ktown just opened last month and is getting so much buzz we had to check it out Upon arriving, it was great to see they offer $3 valet parking in the garage on the side of their building. The interior is sleek, clean and you're instantly hit with the delicious aroma of their menu as soon as you walk in We ordered two of their rice bowls (short rib and eel), combination tofu stew, galbi and their kimchi pancake. The only item we found underwhelming was the kimchi pancake ...it was more doughy and we love a crispy pancake. The standout dish was the short rib bowl. This is a must order! We can't wait to come back with friends to try more items...I can't wait to try their gochujung spicy pork belly and mackerel Service was great... fast, friendly and attentive. Can't wait for round two!

Came here on Saturday night to try the food after seeing it for a long time on social media. I made a reservation at 6:30 PM but ended up getting there at about 6:15 PM. I don't think I needed to make a reservation, as about half of the restaurant was empty. Ordering the food was fairly easy; every table has a tablet that you order from. The only thing you can't do is order from the ROK menu next door. The food was fairly decent. None of it was mind-blowing or unique. If I was craving both soon tofu and pot rice, I would come here. If I was craving one or the other, I would rather go somewhere else. The restaurant is really aesthetic and the servers are fairly attentive and nice. Overall, I would have been pretty disappointed if I came here even a month or two ago, since I don't think this place is really worth an hour or two wait. That being said, with private parking, fast service and good food, this place is worth at least a stop.

the gochang is good quality, the rice is really good, and the service is really good. Better than BCD, will be coming here.

I really enjoyed Lasung tofu soup even more than BCD. I got the lunch combo with marinated galbi and dumpling soup. I love how it has the option to not choose an egg. Price wise it's pretty close to BCD, a little bit more pricy by a dollar or two. Why I like Lasung a little more is because the soup is really flavorful. But the best part has to be the sides! Like wow they give you so much and it's all prepped really well. I love the japchae, fishcakes, salad, sweet potato, and kimchi. The vallet that's $3 next door, if you're lucky there's street parking. How you order is through an iPad and the interior is pretty new.

Wanted to try this and compare it to Damsot since we were craving pot rice but couldn't stand to wait in line. There was bo wait on Sunday night and there is free parking in the back. The place is massive, so its probably great for bigger parties. We got the short rib pot rice, beef brisket tofu soup and kimchi pancake. The side dishes were OK, with the potato being a bit bland. There's a lot of small bones in the fried fish they give you so becareful with that. Short rib pot rice - 9/10 The short rib pot rice was really good and we actually think it's better than Damsot. The short rib itself was soft and perfectly cooked, the flavor was delicious and balanced, and the rice was el dente and crispy at the bottom. Beef brisket tofu soup - 8/10 Tofu was silky and soup was pretty good. Though I think it could use a bit more flavor. The light option isn't spicy at all. Kimchi pancake - 6/10 Edges were a bit crispy but overall a bit soggy. Could be better. All in all, we'll be back!

I've tried many soondooboos in this lifetime across many cities and lasung takes the cake for the best soondooboo I have ever had the pleasure of trying!!!!!! The broth was deep, kimchi jeon crispy and banchans plentiful. Other pros: - ordering was made simple via a tablet stationed at every table (available both in kor/eng) - two choices of rice. I recommend the multigrain which comes in a steel pot and can be served as nooroongji at the end of the meal. I will definitely be back to try more of the menu. An elite add to the foodie lanscape of ktown! Thank you lasung for an amazing meal

I've tried many Korean restaurants, and Lasung is my No. 1 favorite! The food was amazing--especially the tofu soup, which was incredibly flavorful. Lasung offers a great variety of delicious banchan. It was our first time visiting, so we had some questions about the menu. One of the staff members, Brian, was very friendly and helpful. Not only did he make excellent recommendations, but he also paid close attention to our table throughout the meal. At one point, he even stopped by to ask if we'd like more banchan. Of course, we said yes! He waited for the right moment to serve us more. The host also showed great hospitality and greeted us several times. I love a restaurant that offers soul food and warm, welcoming service!

Lasung Tofu & Pot Rice is a newly opened restaurant that specializes in tofu soup and stone pot meals. Each dish is also served with a pot of rice, where boiling water is placed in it to be served as a porridge. Some of the dishes my husband and I ordered were the beef brisket tofu stew, and pot rice topped with seasoned prime boneless short ribs. The tofu soup, or soondubu, tasted homemade and had the perfect amount of meat in it. The pot rice was also delicious, making it the highlight of our dinner! The short rib was very soft and tender and had a perfect amount of seasoning. I can easily tell the great quality of the meat after I had my first bite. The service was also fast, and each staff member was very attentive. Since it was their soft opening, they made sure both of us were well taken care of throughout our meal! Overall, if you are craving soondubu (tofu soup) or pot rice, you have to go to Lasung Tofu & Pot Rice! Trust me, you won't regret it.

Modern take on soon tofu and traditional stone pot dishes. Flavors are warm and comforting. Portions are on the smaller side. Cafe vibe rather than drinking hot spot where you just eat and not linger for any ambiance or extended socializing.