39 Best Soup near Orinda

“Great Take and Bakes! Amazing cookies! Genuine Goodness is a special gem in the little town of Orinda.“

“This is a pretty cool upscale Korean barbecue place. The service is good. The food is pretty good, meat quality is on point and portions are generous. It’s is it to Park and drinks are pretty good and authentic as well. This would be one of my top pics for a Korean barbecue in Oakland.“

“A pure delight. Terrific homemade food that is fresh and filling. I love the rockfish sandwich, which I order open-faced next to a seasonal salad and a fat slice of cake. The coffee is strong and they also serve beer and wine. I can’t wait to try a warm plate, there is schnitzel, kugel, pasta … A little piece of me died when Gaumenkitzel closed, but my heart is healing at Anja’s.“

“So glad I tried this place out. It was similar to Shangrila Buddhist Cafe in Albany except I couldn’t get oil-free or salt-free. I ordered the sauces on the side and ate. Soup. Medium plate w/salad, collards, garbanzo beans, sweet and regular potatoes and a “rice burger.” Dessert was chocolate pie. Yummy. Great service. Updated from previous review on 2026-03-18“

“Tasty chowder & friendly staff“

“I real hole in the wall. No big sign so you have to know.

The best jianbing I've had outside of China. Crispy and not too salty. My wife said it's authentic Tianjin style.

The soy milk was amazing! Very smooth and slightly sweet even though it wasn't sweetened. No burnt taste.

Alas, he was out of tea eggs.

Friendly.“

“Really love this place ! Food is delicious! Outdoor dining is refreshing.“

“One of the best Korean Restaurant in town. I ate with my 2 friends, and we ordered the Rose Galbi Jim. I really liked the spices and the soup of the galbi, blended really well with the mozzarella cheese. Moreover, the texture of the tteokbokki was so soft and tasty. At the same time, the portion of the Galbi was so big, we couldn’t finish it so we took some back home.
the other best part was that you could refill the banchan. Would recommend you to ask more for the tofu and kimchi, really mouthwatering. the waiter and waitress were kind and friendly, they served you fast.
we visited the restaurant quite late in the afternoon, so we didn’t need to queue since there were plenty tables. the parking area was big too.“

“The food was so good I was in awe. The broth for the pho was rich and you can tell from the color of it. Loved that tripe was also one of the options to add to the pho. The boss is also really friendly and gave us some desserts which also slapped hard. Fried banana (goreng pisang) with ice cream was so good. There was coffee pudding too! Missed the pandan waffles though, would definitely try that next time.“

“Just rediscovered this place and I’m obsessed! Staff is super nice and the place is very clean. I’ve gotten 3 sandwiches off of their menu and have loved each one. The bread is so good and the pickle slice is such a nice touch. Can’t wait to try more stuff off the menu!“

“Delicious Korean food. Will come back again!

Update 7 years later: Consistently the best korean food time after time. Every dish is a winner and they've recently added vegetable mondoo (wontons) and a slightly new menu. Service is excellent. Try to come a little early to avoid a wait.“

“I ordered the chicken noodle and tomato soup to be delivered. The soup was very good, but the bread was NOT sour dough as expected, it was a cut in half hoagie roll...yuk! This was a HUGE disappointment as I only eat sourdough or dark rye bread. Esp in the bay area where Sourdough is the go to. You need to serve what you say you have. This kind of stuff drives me crazy. It is as if the customer is not going to know...not good!“

“I enjoyed my Meal. I found the service excellent and Ti curry yum.“

“Every dish on the menu is 😋 delicious! My favorites are papaya salad, Banh Mi, BBQ Lemongrass Trio“

“Me and my bf came here for valentines day. One of the best dining experiences I have had in a long time. Friendly staff, delicious food, 0 misses. Can't wait to come back.

Our meal:

Prawn and garlic noodles, roti and curry, karaage chicken, Thai ice tea, sticky rice and mango.“

“The food was delicious… Absolutely melted in my mouth. I had a chicken burrito everything was cooked to perfection… Our waiter Avery was out of this world...in addition to the food...he just makes the place👍🏻“

“Excellent food! The Pho was amazing clear and so yummy! Can’t wait to try more items on the menu; next time!“

“I stopped in at Sourdough sandwich shop for the first time. I had a Italian flatbread pizza and it was scrumptious. great service, clean establishment and really nice experience“

“Had the sashimi bento and a little bottle of sake (nihonshu), perfect amount of everything. The bento usually comes with chicken teriyaki, which was delicious, making the whole meal sizeable. Having just returned from Japan, I was pleased and the compact, quiet atmosphere was exactly what I needed! Friendly staff :) Tucked away in the little food court off Hearst, this is a gem.“

“We walked in here not expecting anything! We came with an open mind and an empty stomach. Pleasantly surprised by the food, the calamari was crispy with a very delicious spiced batter no oil or grease. The Caesar salad with shrimp was awesome. They did a nice job of preparing and cleaning the shrimp and they grilled them exactly how you should, Cesar dressing needs a little anchovy and pepper. Grated Parmesan on top on request! The pizza was delicious although the way it was fired was a little strange. It could’ve been a little more crispy on the bottom, but the flavor was right and it was an honest bistro style pizza. Ice cream and coffee at the end was great - guys get a nespresso machine for an after dinner coffee shot! Overall it was a fun and honest Italian dinner with quality. I would definitely return and reccomend a visit. The website has some cool stories about the location and chef is doing a great job here.“

“经常更新季节性的鱼类…😋新鲜…主要的是老板很帅☺️…😜“

“I visited Sourdough & Co. today with my friends and we had a really great experience. The staff were super friendly and welcoming, and the environment was nice and comfortable. We ordered the flatbread, which was amazing, and also tried three sandwiches, every bite was full and really satisfying. We also got the soup combo, and it was very tasty. Overall, the food and service were fast and great. I would definitely recommend others to visit and try their food. I’ll definitely be coming back again.“

“couldn’t be happier with my visit here!! The banchan was unforgettably fresh and flavorful, and the bulgogi paired perfectly with it. I only regret not getting our waitresses’ name because she was so kind and friendly to us! Super glad I have a new favorite spot to come back to :)“

“I brought my parents to eat here. My dad loves pho! Their service was great. The food arrived quickly. The food was delicious. We had grilled pork Vietnamese sandwiches, grilled pork vermicelli bowl, spring rolls, and BBQ pork and wonton pho. (can you tell we love grilled pork?) the pork was delicious! The sandwiches were not dry. We completely enjoyed our meal and had a very nice time together. I would highly recommend this place for both dining in and takeout.“

“The food was good as usual. It was not very busy for a Sunday but the staff looked tired and not very enthusiastic. They should enforce dress codes for servers. The floors were sticky when you walk into the restaurant. The water glassed were plastic instead of glass. The restaurant needs deep cleaning and freshen up the atmospher. You can see all the storage freezers when sitting in the dining room when they can be hidden with a decor curtain or a trifold divider. They don't bring the bill to the table or accept payment at the table only at the cashier which is weird for a sit down facility“

“I cannot say enough good things about Lettuce in Walnut Creek. Every single dish we have tried has been absolutely fabulous and I do not use that word lightly. The flavors are fresh and vibrant, the ingredients are clearly high quality, and you can tell the team puts real love into what they do. Whether you are going for one of their signature salads, grain bowls, or something seasonal, it always hits that perfect balance of healthy and satisfying. It is one of the few places where eating clean does not feel like you are sacrificing taste. In fact, it is the opposite. You will leave feeling nourished and spoiled. The vibe is modern and inviting, the service is warm and efficient, and everything is just beautifully presented. It has become a go to spot for our family, especially when we want something fast but genuinely delicious. Highly recommend for anyone in the Walnut Creek area or passing through. Lettuce is doing something special and it shows in every bite.“

“Fantastic food, excellent service and nice ambiance! Everything is so fresh and delicious! I love this place!“

“They have card now (with a 8.5% fee)! Oakland classic hole in the wall that gets busy including weekdays. I can on a Wednesday at 11:40 and by the time I left there was a wait. Fantastic value. Dry Hu tieu with egg noodles is superb 13.50. Coffee is sweet and strong and served with the pinh. Love the condiment variety too. Parking is tough but sometimes there’s spots in the lot kitty corner to it. I would consider relabeling to a Vietnamese restaurant, even though they do serve some Chinese dishes. I mean it really is both“

“Been wanting to try this location since mom said they give you so much and it’s delicious. My sister ordered their short rib stew (one with cheese and one without), fried chicken and the jap chae. For drink: we tried the lychee soju. The short rib stew with no cheese is sweet. The meat falls of the bone tender. So good. Also tried the one with cheese, it just not as sweet but it’s as tender. Yummy. Would I go back yes. But I do recommend to make reservations. The place was quite busy. The service was excellent.“

“Smoky, delicious, yummy goodness!“

“I'm a big fried chicken person so I decided to try this place as it's new to me.

I got the half original fried chicken which was pretty good. Skin batter was crispy, meat tasted fresh and was well seasoned. The dark meat I was better than the white meat as it was a little dry. That was because they cut the breast and thigh in pieces which I'm not fond of. This means quicker frying but odd pieces that make the meat not moist. Would go back to try the other flavors and wings.

I also got the tteokbokki which I did like. Large portion and great taste. I do like that they put a lot of vegetables and fish cake with the rice cake. However I wish it was more spicy as I found it very mild.

I ordered for pick up, food was hot and ready when I got there. Ladyat the counter was very nice. Overall traditional korean taste and food was good. My son and I both rated each dish a 7.5/10 which is good but we've had better korean fried chicken and tteokbokki elsewhere. However I would go there again to try other dishes.“

“They have good food here and they still open“

“One of the great things about Korean restaurants is the variety of side dishes they serve. This place also provided four different side dishes. There’s a saying that if the kimchi is good, the rest of the food will be good too—and in that sense, their kimchi was quite tasty.

The other side dishes were generally on the sweeter side, which is fairly common at other Korean restaurants as well. I ordered the soft tofu and bulgogi combo, and the taste was very familiar and approachable. It wasn’t anything particularly unique to this restaurant, but rather a flavor that most people would recognize and enjoy.

They offer a wide variety of Korean menu items, along with soju and beer. Considering the location and cost of living, the prices are about average, although the alcohol is a bit on the expensive side. I’d like to come back and try other dishes next time.“

“Good Vietnamese Restaurant wonderful menu nice size dining room plus outdoor seatingI like the option to dine outside on a pretty nice day someone was talking our order minutes after looking at the menu food was there in like ten minutes large portions very tasty reasonably priced. This place blows any fast food restaurant out of the water.“

“We had the chow mein, sesame vegan chicken and tofu and veggies. All were delicious! There were many people in the waiting area ordering vegan options. Surprised there aren't any reviews here yet. They had lots of vegan options and we're knowledgeable.“

“Service is minimal, but their noodles are good.“

“This place strives for customer satisfaction. The place is clean and no sticky tables, everything is in its place nice and neat. The food presentation is on point, and most important of all is the THE FOOD IS ON POINT. Delicious and you get what you ask for.
I’ve been to other Kyoto Ramen chains and though this one is on the smaller side. They pack a punch 🤜🏽 in Quality.“

“Always such good food with so many choices. Always very friendly staff as well. Love eating here“

“The food is good, the portions are generous, and the prices are a bargain. The restaurant seems to cater towards the student lunch crowd, so the lines can get long.
I have tried the kimchi fried rice, the popcorn chicken, and the beef Bulgari, and I can recommend them all“