50 Best Soup in New York

“very authentic Chinese restaurant. like the decor. service is 👍“

“My daughter chose this for a birthday dinner. The food was absolutely amazing and the service was fantastic. Audrey was our server. She was extremely knowledgeable of the menu, made great recommendations, she was there when we needed her without being there too often. I would highly recommend Rosella Sushi. Can’t wait to get back to New York City and return for a meal here. It also makes it extra cool when Chef Jeff is wearing a Florida Gator hat!“

“We got the tomato basil soup here, and it was really tasty and comforting. Honestly, the main reason we came was because it reminded us of that memorable moment from Seinfeld, which made the experience even more fun. But beyond the nostalgia, the soup itself was genuinely good and definitely worth trying!“

“Had a great experience at Ichiran Ramen in New York! 🍜 The ramen was incredibly tasty, flavorful, and satisfying. I chose spice level 7 this time, and it was perfect for me—but definitely planning to try level 10 on my next visit! 🌶

I also really enjoyed the unique experience. They prepare the ramen fresh after you take your seat, and then serve it through the little shutter right in front of you. It makes the whole experience feel different and special.

Definitely a must-try for ramen lovers. Can’t wait to visit again!“

“Chola is easily the best Indian restaurant in all of Manhattan and Northern Jersey. My wife and I drive in bi-weekly for their awesome food and ever changing menu. The staff is incredible and friendly, we've gotten to know them all and consider them personal friends at this point. Any time we can, we take friends and family to Chola. It's is the best!“

“The atmosphere is extremely warm and welcoming , it’s a really nice place to come to when the weather is cool. The staff is attentive and friendly. The food is also really delicious, me and my boyfriend had the ramen and we both really enjoyed it. 10/10 will definitely be coming back.“

“Fresh and delicious. We loved the starters and the Beef main. Fun place.“

“stand out items: canh ha chien nuoc man , banh xeo, nem nuong cuon

the canh chua was very good although personally I couldn’t eat a whole
portion of it and the meat and shrimp
on the bun sao mai had an amazing grill flavor“

“The waiters in white coats are busy behind the counter, the menu has not changed for decades, and even the lighting seems to have remained in the last century - this is the old New York I want.“

“Good People - Great Food - just Go! Food so Fresh!“

“This is such a lovely spot. I first tried this spot many years ago. There used to be a Polish restaurant one block south of here, Neptune. We would go there and then come to brodo and grab a broth to go, often for my dad in the VA hospital up on 23 St. few places would sell you just broth.

I absolutely love the Hearth broth and you can add the ginger turmeric, which I highly recommend. I also ordered and tried the beef broth with ginger and turmeric, it was fine. Oddly enough, the hearth had a richer, beefier flavor than the beef did. It’s just a heartier flavor, I highly recommend it. I could easily pop over to enjoy a cup of broth in place of my daily coffee, it’s a similarly comfortable cup that travels well.“

“Great food, nice services, good amenities.“

“Very good well done food.“

“Average quality sushi at low prices

Diners like this sushi restaurant's fresh and delicious sushi, with many highlighting the generous portions and excellent happy hour deals. They also mention the reasonable prices and the clean, cozy atmosphere. Guests appreciate the friendly, fast, and attentive service.“

“Update 10/26: Still great. The portions are huge.

5/25: Great, old school Chinese restaurant. Enter the basement restaurant via the stairs. Cash only. Fast service. Excellent menu with reasonable prices. Everything we tried was delicious, including steamed dumplings, fried dumplings, duck with flat noodles, and Szechuan shrimp. Water and hot tea free. Soft drinks are available for purchase. No alcohol. ATM on-site.“

“The food is consistently fresh and tasty. So happy to have an excellent Szechwan restaurant in a neighborhood where good Chinese cuisine is sorely lacking.“

“Delicious soups and reasonably priced!“

“Amazing lobster snd crab rolls! So authentic….Makes you think you can smell the sea air!“

“Jon and Tao was the best Attendant we have had from various dinner engagements. Made the dinner experience wonderful and service was exceptional! Top notch and highly recommend
Thank you and shared our
anniversary the best!“

“It was a wonderful experience. I totally recommend visiting Caravan and, if possible, taking their cooking classes. The food is delicious, the owners are super friendly and the place is cozy. Will definitely come back when I’m in town.“

“It is a good omakase and not expensive which is a huge benefit. If you want to bring your friend or family to an omakase and don’t want to bleed money, go there, the food is good, the service is perfect and the ambiance is calm and chill!“

“Simplicity done right. The soup is an ode of love to pork. The broth is delicate and light but has deep pork flavor. I could see how some people would think it’s bland though. Don’t expect big punchy flavors.

The texture of the rice is delightful and I normally don’t like short grain rice. The slices of pork meat itself is tender, not too fatty. There doesn’t seem to be much pork at first glance but there’s like 8 slices. The kimchi is bright and fresh. The gochuji chili paste is not that spicy and is both fresh and funky at the same time.

The kimchi mandoo is delicious, I like that the filling is tofu instead of meat. However, I’m not sure that $13 is worth it for 4 pieces.

We came on a Thursday at 11am and there was no wait. A line formed around 11:45. Would come back and order the soup again.“

“Perfect lobster roll ...so tasty 😋“

“This amazing pub is by Central Park, right on 7th Avenue, and conveniently located in front of the N/W/R train lines.

PJ Carney's is an institution around these parts. The staff are top-notch, and the menu has something for everyone. If you need a break from Central Park and want a pint and a bite, PJ's will NOT disappoint!“

“Came here after a failed trip to Sojourn Social.

Got amazing service for my takeout order. The woman taking my order answered all of my questions and they immediately began working on my order. Once I ordered, she immediately walked to the back to make the coffee I ordered.

I also always feel at ease when I see staff taking their lunch break inside. One person (out of many!l was taking their break, and they were enjoying the food.“

“Ottima qualità del cibo Aragosta ottima“

“This place stands the test of time with its reliable quality. Staff offers a friendly welcome to all visitors. The menu balances delicious options, fresh ingredients, and attractive presentation. Despite size constraints, this place stays busy. You should try their complete selection.“

“A Winner of A Store and Standard of Excellence Since 1946“

“I came here on a Saturday around 1:30 PM and was able to snag a seat at the counter! I ordered the Mera Mera dipping soba and cucumber salad, and the food came out pretty quickly. The cucumber salad was refreshing and crunchy, while the soba was served piping hot! The dipping broth sits over a flame, keeping it hot throughout the meal. The soba noodles were chewy with a nice al dente bite, and the broth was packed with umami flavor. My only wish was that there was more meat in the broth, but overall, it was a delicious meal! You can also add more toppings to the broth, extra charge.

Pro tip: This restaurant is cash only, so make sure to bring cash!“

“One of the best Palestinian food around 10 stars“

“Baodega is one of the best restaurants in NYC. Places like these are what makes this city as special as it is.

My family has been coming here most weekends for years, and have never had a meal short of exceptional. The service is attentive and kind, the food is incredible and there is no feeling for us like sitting at a table in Baodega.

The food is incredible and always brings us back. The pan-fried bao on the first page of the menu and dry pot chicken or beef are standouts, but every item on the menu we’ve tried has been phenomenal.

Baodega is a very special place that deserves to be among Best Of lists. I hope it never closes. Thank you for serving the best Chinese food in the city!!!!!“

“One of my go to’s in the city since ‘06. This isn’t your modern day scene, rather old world NYC meets Italy. Never disappoints. And the staff 💯!!!“

“The food was delicious! My fiancé and I enjoyed every dish, the service, and the ambiance! We will be back.“

“Wow! I have walked by here a thousand times. Finally found my way to eat here. Amazing !! Delicious!! So happy i finally came in to enjoy an amazing experience. So personable was everyone. Can’t wait to bring friends and family. Quintessential NY Italian experience.“

“Delicious menu, beautiful space, excellent service!“

“Had such a great dinner at Sushi Dairo. The sushi was incredibly fresh and delicious, and the chef was so kind and welcoming. Also love that it’s an easy walk-in spot—no hassle, just great food and a relaxed vibe. Will definitely be back!“

“I really love this place! The food tastes amazing, and everyone is so kind and welcoming. I didn’t have any cash to buy another drink since I only carry cards, but they were so kind and helped me out. I really appreciate their kindness and great service. I highly recommend this local spot you definitely won’t be disappointed! ❤“

“This is our 2nd time in here. Came in yesterday just for drinks, best drink we’ve had so far, so tried food today. Wow. Beautiful. Shepherds pie was gorgeous and hot not cold like you get in a lot of places. Sharing platter lovey too and the nachos 5* rating, if we have time before flying home to uk tomorrow we are coming back. 🙂😍“

“The food is delicious and the service attitude is very good.“

“I have dined here a couple of times, always for a late dinner and without a reservation.

On both occasions I was welcomed with cordiality and seated promptly, with an ease I did appreciate.

The room is dimly lit but in a pleasant, considered way. It feels clean, well-maintained and cared for in the details. As it was a late hour, there were only a few other guests, making the noise level wonderfully subdued.

As an amuse-bouche of sorts, they bring colourful chips to the table, a cheerful touch.

The food itself is light, clean and agreeable. Having eaten recently in a place where dishes were rather heavy and oily, I found the cooking here to be notably lighter and more digestible, yet still flavourful and satisfying. Not being acquainted with Thai recipes, I cannot judge how faithful the preparation was to the tradition I wouldn't have, however, minded a larger portion.

Prices are honest for the location.

In my experience, the strength of the place is that it does not require planning. It is a welcoming place where one can stop, feel at ease, eat something nicely prepared and exotically flavoured.“

“An uptown classic and the best place to chicharrón hands down 🐖

You walk in, order chicharrón by weight and whatever sides you want. Make sure to grab some fresh avocado and passion fruit juice.

The entire staff speaks Spanish and I’ve personally never ordered in English here so I can’t verify the experience ordering in English. The food is so good it’s worth the language barrier.

Buen provecho 🤙🏽“

“The food was good, fresh, and came out very quickly. Everything tasted great overall. My only complaint is that they seem to charge extra for almost everything—even something as small as soy sauce or mayo. I understand charging for certain add-ons, but some of the extra fees felt a bit excessive.“

“Good place“

“great service and atmosphere and even better food. we were immediately seated and offered drinks, the food came out quick and was just amazing. we got three rolls, gyoza, and miso ramen. it was so comforting, my friends and i had a great time, deff recommend 😙“

“Clam chowder was tasty .Friendly staff .“

“Café,desayuno,repostería y muchas cosas más.“

“Althea and Derrick(?) are doing a great job at 81st street. They are so helpful and personable. Lobster rolls are amazing and the root beer is delicious! A neighborhood treasure“

“An amazing place with great services. I love the udon menu. We will go back when we are in town again.“

“Best sandwiches and people.“

“Had the most delicious lunch today. Everything is so fresh. Amazing choices! My daughter enjoyed as well and wants to hurry back for the smashed avocado toast and an açaí bowl. I brought a hot plate home for dinner, the salmon was superb (brought in fresh!) Highly recommend!!!“