Opening hours
Open now · closes 11:30 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
Local time in Los Angeles: 1:17 PM (PST). Holiday hours may differ – call (213) 505-9577 to confirm.
Location & directions
3526 West 8th StreetLos Angeles, CA 90005
About Tofu Chon
Tofu Chon is a Korean restaurant you'll find at 3526 West 8th Street in Los Angeles, California. Our Los Angeles guide covers 2,295 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Tofu Chon is open daily, 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM.
Service options include dine-in.
You can reach the team at (213) 505-9577.
Quick facts
- Category
- Korean Restaurant
- Address
- 3526 West 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90005
- Phone
- (213) 505-9577
- Hours
- Open daily, 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Korean restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Tofu Chon’s weekday schedule with 48 other Korean restaurants in Los Angeles. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 11:30 PM, later than 73% of them (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 87.5 hours a week, 14 hours more than the local median of 74. 92% of Korean restaurants in Los Angeles open on Sundays, and Tofu Chon is one of them.
Compared with 48 other Korean restaurants in Los Angeles that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Korean restaurants in California
Based on 61 menus with 2,282 priced items from Korean restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $18.00, and half of all items are priced between $10.99 and $25.00.
We don’t have Tofu Chon’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Korean restaurants in California typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Kimchi | 13% | $4.95 |
| Seafood Pancake | 13% | $24.95 |
| Kimchi Stew | 11% | $16.00 |
| Japchae | 11% | $21.99 |
| Spicy Pork Bulgogi | 10% | $22.24 |
| French Fries | 10% | $5.50 |
| Bibimbap | 8% | $23.00 |
| Extra Rice | 8% | $2.99 |
Calculated from 61 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Tofu Chon there are 58 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 196 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Korean (64), Cafes & Coffee (43), Japanese & Sushi (13), and Bakeries & Desserts (8).
Competition is strong: 54 other Korean restaurants are within a mile and 65 within three miles. The closest is JunTong SulLungTang, 0.1 mi away.
92 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bars & PubsJade Karaoke< 0.1 mi
- VietnamesePho Gyu Vietnamese Noodle House0.2 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeBoba Story0.2 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodMcDonald's0.2 mi
- Asian & PacificEnchant La0.2 mi
What to expect at a Korean restaurant
Korean restaurants range from tabletop barbecue, where you grill marinated meats yourself, to soup and stew houses, fried chicken shops and casual spots serving bibimbap and noodles. Almost every meal comes with banchan – small complimentary side dishes such as kimchi, pickled vegetables and seasoned greens that are usually refilled on request.
What to order
- Bulgogi or galbi – marinated beef for the grill
- Bibimbap – rice bowl with vegetables, egg and chili paste, often in a hot stone pot
- Kimchi jjigae or soondubu – comforting stews
- Korean fried chicken – soy-garlic or spicy glaze
Good to know
- Banchan refills are free – just ask.
- Barbecue restaurants often require at least two orders of meat per table.
- All-you-can-eat barbecue usually has a time limit of about 90 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Tofu Chon's opening hours?
Open daily, 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM. Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM.
Is Tofu Chon open on Sunday?
Yes, Tofu Chon is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM.
Where is Tofu Chon located?
Tofu Chon is located at 3526 West 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90005.
What is the phone number of Tofu Chon?
You can call Tofu Chon at (213) 505-9577.
Does Tofu Chon offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Tofu Chon. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Tofu Chon open late?
Yes – Tofu Chon is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Tofu Chon?
There are 196 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Tofu Chon. Nearby options include Jade Karaoke (< 0.1 mi), Pho Gyu Vietnamese Noodle House (0.2 mi), and Boba Story (0.2 mi).
Are there other Korean restaurants near Tofu Chon?
54 other Korean restaurants within a mile. The closest is JunTong SulLungTang, 0.1 mi away.
How much do Korean restaurants in California cost?
Based on 61 menus with 2,282 priced items from Korean restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $18.00, and half of all items are priced between $10.99 and $25.00.
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