Such a refreshing and delicious lunch spot! The set comes with different fresh and pickled dishes made daily using seasonal ingredients, including fresh tofu. Acorn noodle was really flavorful too. Since it is plant forward meal and portion is just right, I always feel good and satisfied afterwards, and not heavy.
A culinary paradise! The service at this Korean restaurant is first-rate; the staff is knowledgeable and courteous, guiding you through the menu with a smile. The food is nothing short of extraordinary, with each dish a work of art that tantalizes the taste buds. The ambiance is soothing, creating a serene environment for an unforgettable dining experience. Don't miss out!
What an interesting concept of a restaurant--I would have never imagined a restaurant whose focus was primarily tofu (dooboo). There is no table service, order at the counter and pick up your order when ready. Seating was outside on my visit.
They don't serve your traditional Korean foods, but is focused primarily on the side dishes (banchan) as the main component and star of your meal. The dishes are very seasonal and their tofu is in house made--everything is very fresh. The dishes are all very flavorful and a modern take on Korean banchan. The banchan changes weekly--always something new.
Even if you're not vegetarian, it is worth checking out.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ingrid Carolina Ramón Parra
Who knew tofu could be so….airy, dreamy and lovely? So lucky to have this place here in Oakland. The owner/chef/creative mind behind Joodooboo has created something beautiful and fresh for us to enjoy, every dish and offering is soooooo good. Even the sauces are lovely. I’m nearly ready to pull the trigger on subscribing to their banchan club because it’s that good! Please never leave, we love Joodooboo!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alexander Verner
World class.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jae Park
Tasty dooboo. Well prepared and cooked food. Extremely nice staff. One of the best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set
Mark Belanger
Delicious food, friendly service, though a bit pricey for lunch.
Marijke Large - she-her
This is a wonderful neighborhood spot! Got the dooboo set and it was fresh and the flavor profile was deep! It’s a fun and casual atmosphere! It’s first-come-first serve and is popular so would come early. They also have great to-go options ex. Tofu to cook at home. Can’t wait to go back and try more!
Fresh tofu tastes different. Even tofu skeptics can't deny the creamy texture, perfectly fried and topped with yuzu sauce.
The open kitchen inspired a level of trust that you're food will be prepared with care. The banchan rotates based on seasonal ingredients. I enjoyed the small menu with one additional special. Tofu is definitely the star here and this restaurant brings tofu into the light with it's bright windows and tall ceilings. Sit at the bar for a front row seat of the process.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set
Bill Blodgett
Excellent, freshly prepared tofu and noodles dishes. Creative and delicious sauces. Seating for about 10 inside and another 14 on the sidewalk.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set
Cloudbusting
I think 30 bucks is A LOT for a fried tofu plate with very tiny portions of Banchan and a drink.
This is a very cool spot with a lot of potential. The dishes are tasty if minimalist. Give your customer bigger portions for their dollars.
I need either a double portion of the fried tofu or much more banchan.
I am so hungry still that I need to find a second lunch or cook something at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set
Daniel Hauagge
I had the banchan set and some fried tofu. Everything was really good, def would come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Banchan 4-Pack
Austin Raymer
Great meal. The acorn noodle bowl was a big hit. Complex, well balanced pesto, pickled mushrooms, soft and chewy acorn noodles. Never had anything quite like it. I'll definitely be swinging by their spot at Berkeley farmers market regularly. As for price and portions, I think it's a steal for how much work clearly goes into it.
Such a refreshing and delicious lunch spot! The set comes with different fresh and pickled dishes made daily using seasonal ingredients, including fresh tofu. Acorn noodle was really flavorful too. Since it is plant forward meal and portion is just right, I always feel good and satisfied afterwards, and not heavy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set, Spicy Acorn Noodle Bowl
Amazing every time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A culinary paradise! The service at this Korean restaurant is first-rate; the staff is knowledgeable and courteous, guiding you through the menu with a smile. The food is nothing short of extraordinary, with each dish a work of art that tantalizes the taste buds. The ambiance is soothing, creating a serene environment for an unforgettable dining experience. Don't miss out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set, Mushroom Jigae Pork Ribs
What an interesting concept of a restaurant--I would have never imagined a restaurant whose focus was primarily tofu (dooboo). There is no table service, order at the counter and pick up your order when ready. Seating was outside on my visit.
They don't serve your traditional Korean foods, but is focused primarily on the side dishes (banchan) as the main component and star of your meal. The dishes are very seasonal and their tofu is in house made--everything is very fresh. The dishes are all very flavorful and a modern take on Korean banchan. The banchan changes weekly--always something new.
Even if you're not vegetarian, it is worth checking out.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Who knew tofu could be so….airy, dreamy and lovely? So lucky to have this place here in Oakland. The owner/chef/creative mind behind Joodooboo has created something beautiful and fresh for us to enjoy, every dish and offering is soooooo good. Even the sauces are lovely. I’m nearly ready to pull the trigger on subscribing to their banchan club because it’s that good! Please never leave, we love Joodooboo!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
World class.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tasty dooboo. Well prepared and cooked food. Extremely nice staff. One of the best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set
Delicious food, friendly service, though a bit pricey for lunch.
This is a wonderful neighborhood spot! Got the dooboo set and it was fresh and the flavor profile was deep! It’s a fun and casual atmosphere! It’s first-come-first serve and is popular so would come early. They also have great to-go options ex. Tofu to cook at home. Can’t wait to go back and try more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Got the Dooboo special. Delicious!
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set, Farmer's Bowl
Restaurantji Recommends
Fresh tofu tastes different. Even tofu skeptics can't deny the creamy texture, perfectly fried and topped with yuzu sauce.
The open kitchen inspired a level of trust that you're food will be prepared with care. The banchan rotates based on seasonal ingredients. I enjoyed the small menu with one additional special. Tofu is definitely the star here and this restaurant brings tofu into the light with it's bright windows and tall ceilings. Sit at the bar for a front row seat of the process.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set
Excellent, freshly prepared tofu and noodles dishes. Creative and delicious sauces. Seating for about 10 inside and another 14 on the sidewalk.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set
I think 30 bucks is A LOT for a fried tofu plate with very tiny portions of Banchan and a drink.
This is a very cool spot with a lot of potential. The dishes are tasty if minimalist. Give your customer bigger portions for their dollars.
I need either a double portion of the fried tofu or much more banchan.
I am so hungry still that I need to find a second lunch or cook something at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Dooboo Set
I had the banchan set and some fried tofu. Everything was really good, def would come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Banchan 4-Pack
Great meal. The acorn noodle bowl was a big hit. Complex, well balanced pesto, pickled mushrooms, soft and chewy acorn noodles. Never had anything quite like it.
I'll definitely be swinging by their spot at Berkeley farmers market regularly.
As for price and portions, I think it's a steal for how much work clearly goes into it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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