So Gong Dong Tofu House - Palo Alto

I always visit this restaurant when I'm in the mood for Korean cuisine. I’ve tried a variety of dishes, and I highly recommend the bibimbap and the fish egg tofu soup. The side dishes here are also delicious!

The atmosphere could be better, but the food is fantastic! The appetizers are especially delicious!

Although I'm not usually a big fan of tofu, it became my top choice here because of how well they prepare it. If you're curious about what good tofu dishes should taste like, you have to try it at this place. I particularly enjoyed the squid and tofu dish; it was a bright red sauce that I didn't expect, but it turned out to be amazing. This might not be the best spot for Americanized kids or adults who are hesitant to try new things. The atmosphere can be quite loud and a bit overwhelming for newcomers. I found it amusing that several items on the laminated menu were marked as sold out instead of showing their prices—just a quirky touch, I suppose. The parking situation is a bit tight, but you should be able to find free parking nearby. Overall, give this place a try; it’s definitely worth it!

Great Korean dishes. Friendly and helpful service. Clean restroom.

Beware of parking your car in this restaurant’s parking lot. Our car was broken into and multiple personal items were stolen. It turns out that the owners knew this was a problem but didn’t do anything to prevent this. They could easily have hired someone to watch over the parking lot for a few hours during peak time. Apparently, 15 cars were broken into the day before we ate there according to the police officer who took our report. The food was nothing special.