LASUNG TOFU & POT RICE 라성순두부 — Restaurant in Los Angeles

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...

Very dissatisfied with my experience. Ignore what the influencers and social media says, save yourself some money and time, and go somewhere else.

I went tonight for dinner at 6:30 with a party of 6 for the Dine LA menu and walked in and waited at the check in counter for 5min while countless waiters and the manager glanced at us and walked away as the check in line grew out the door. I gave them the benefit of the doubt since they were busy and got seated a little while later.

All 6 of us got the Dine LA menu (3 orders of the same exact thing since each set is meant for 2 people). However, the service was absolutely terrible, I would give it a negative score if I could. Ordering anything on their tablet was useless as we ordered water, bowls of rice, banchan, the waiters attention, and other things which either never came out or we had to constantly ask the waiters passing by where it was, which they referred to the tablet... which we ordered from 20min ago and we let them know... and it still never showed up after asking them.

On top of that, despite ordering 3 of the same thing from the Dine LA menu, only 2 of our Bibimbap came out and we waited 20min while asking 3 different waiters where the last one was. Also, the Dine LA menu was supposed to include the choice of a Kimchi seafood pancake or a seafood pancake. We never received ours for all 3 orders, despite ordering it and asking for it as well, so we didn't even get the complete order that we paid for in the end because the service was absolutely atrocious.

The food overall was VERY mediocre. If you want Soondubu, go to BCD, because its MILES better. The only saving grace was the RoK matcha, which is one of my favorite Matchas in LA.

In the end, I left very frustrated and upset with my experience and don't plan on coming back and would like a refund as well because the service was absolutely atrocious since we couldn't even receive our entire order for what we paid for.

Don't listen to the influencers, save yourself some money and time and go...

Hidden Gem Alert in K-Town! Spacious, Delicious, and So Worth the Visit.

We came here for dinner and tried a variety of dishes—Gopchang Soondubu, Grilled Yellow Croaker (Jogi-Gui), Gochujang Grilled Whole Squid, Seafood Pancake, Pot Rice Topped with Eel, and Pot Rice Topped with Seasoned Prime Boneless Short Ribs. Every single dish impressed.

First things first—ambience & service: The space is modern, clean, and surprisingly roomy, which made it really comfortable for conversation. Unlike many K-Town spots that feel cramped, this one was refreshingly open. Big bonus: there’s a large parking lot. If you know K-Town, you know that’s almost unheard of. Already a win. Service was also lovely—friendly and attentive without being overbearing.

Now onto the food: • Grilled Yellow Croaker was my personal favorite. Huge, plump, and perfectly seasoned—it was juicy on the inside with that beautiful crispy skin. • The Gochujang Squid was also a standout. The sauce was balanced—not overly spicy or sweet—and the squid itself was super tender. • Seafood Pancake was thick and packed with seafood, yet the outside was crisp, not greasy. That texture contrast? Chef’s kiss. • Both Pot Rice Topped with Eel and Pot Rice Topped with Seasoned Prime Boneless Short Ribs were fantastic. The eel was tender, generously portioned, and beautifully marinated—not too sweet or salty. The short ribs pot rice came with a pat of butter you must mix in while it’s still hot. It gives the rice a rich, savory depth and brings all the flavors together. Don’t wait too long or it won’t melt evenly! • The Gopchang Soondubu (small intestine soft tofu stew) was mild even though we ordered the spicy version—so if you enjoy heat, definitely go for the extra spicy level.

Portions were solid and share-friendly, which makes it great for...