50 Best Soup in New York

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

“If you are a fan of Seinfeld and/or Soup, this is a must go NYC treasure! It was seriously on my bucket list and was everything I had hoped it would be and more! It was SO delicious, fresh, savory, filling and just enough flavor. I had to try the Lobster Bisque and my friend loved the Jambalaya. Both were so YUM!! We extra fan-girled out and watched the Soup N*zi episode of Seinfeld while we enjoyed our meals. It is definitely hearty enough soup to fill you up and still feel like exploring the city and/or Central Park which is right around the corner! The staff were friendly and awesome, thank you OG Soup Kitchen!!“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“I've been to a few ichiran locations and have always been satisfied. Is it the best ramen in the city? Maybe not, but it's a really solid and well balanced bowl that you get to eat in a relatively unique solo booth experience. I love the little booths, it's very relaxing for me to eat in my own little cubby. I will say though, the lines can get long.

As for the actual ramen, last time I went with the classic tonkotsu with all the recommended settings. It didn’t come with an egg by default, which id probably add next time, but otherwise I was happy with it. The broth is the real star of the show - it really exemplifies a classic tonkotsu with the perfect amount of unctuous, creamy mouthfeel and savory, rich flavors. They also give a lot more chashu than I would expect, which is nice. The chashu was super tender, although mildly flavored. The recommended firmness for the noodles was medium, but next time I would definitely go for firm because they were too soft for my liking.

All in all an awesome bowl or ramen with a unique eating experience. Worth checking out for sure!“

“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.“

“The food was excellent - the crispy duck tasted very crispy with the sauce, and the chive pancake tasted better than any other pancake. The service was very fast when delivering the dishes, delivering them all within 10 minutes of placing an order. Lastly, the atmosphere was very pleasant, the waitresses were very friendly and responsive. Overall a great experience and would like to go there again!“

“So happy to have Mikado in the neighborhood!
Came for lunch over the weekend and had such a great experience. The hand roll set and the Super Bowl are a must. The portions were generous and the fish was incredibly fresh. Everything tasted amazing.
The decor is beautiful, the space feels clean and inviting, and the service was immaculate from start to finish.
Will definitely be ordering again and dining in soon. Highly recommend!“

“Place is small, and also they have shareable tables just fyi, that threw us off, staff is super friendly and kind. We order some ramens and gyoza which was super flavorful, all their ramens were good, I forgot to take a picture of my husbands but his was spicy and had pork like chicharron (crispy pork) on top, which was to die for, my son didn’t like his beef miso ramen because the meat was minced and also had a sweet flavor so I switched it with mine and then he was happy, my miso pork ramen was delicious, savory and had a little quick since they decorate with what looked like chili oil, delicious but a little spicy. I was super happy with this place, glad we found it and would definitely try it again. Yum“

“Delicious soups and reasonably priced!“

“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.“

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

“Just finished eating here and this place is amazing. We ordered the Sesame Chicken and Young Chow Fried Rice. The Sesame Chicken was delicious as it wasn’t too sweet, but instead hits right on the spot. The Fried Rice tasted really good. The waiters were pretty nice and it wasn’t crowded when we came so we only had to wait like 10 minutes for the food. The atmosphere is very decorated and clean which adds to the authentic Chinese restaurant look. Overall, I recommend this place and if you’re in the area, try it out!“

“Our server timed every dish perfectly and explained each one very carefully. She was lovely. The sushi was amazing...we all swooned and cannot wait to return. The only disappointment,for two of us out of five, was the hand roll . It was very quiet, and a very lovely room. It is a resent to be missed!“

“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!“

“This place was on my bucket list and the wait on Monday night wasn’t too bad. We waited for 20 minutes and got seated right away. The food was comforting and the dweji gomtang lives up to its reputation. I would say it was not as good as I expected it to be but it was still very delicious.“

“I love this place very much. I have to write a review because this place is very special to me now and I have to express my gratitude. I've been coming here with my father for some time now, and today we had the super delicious crepe, calamari, and pho, SO DELICIOUS and after finishing the meal with my father, he said that it has been a while since he ate so deliciously. Because of things that have happened to our family in recent years, meals that feel warm don't come as often anymore. So him saying that today filled me with relief. We always leave Sao Mai smiling because we eat so much and laugh about how full we are. In this restaurant, I get to have a meal with my father that feels so welcome, and provides me with a comfort of being in the moment with him.

Every single meal we have here is met with the utmost care, not just because we are customers, but because we can tell that they really do care. I truly truly truly cannot recommend this place enough. The pho is so hearty, their apps are unmatched, and seriously a gem. Also their Vietnamese iced coffee? OOOOOOOOO it is so good. It is strong AS IT SHOULD BE and just refreshes me everytime. SAO MAI MY DAD AND I LOVE YOU!“

“Wow so so good. I wish I took a photo. I got the stir fry noodles but am excited to try more. Way better than a lot of other noodle options near by. I love the relaxed, hands off approach Asian restaurants have unlike that review from Jeff below.“

“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.“

“The porterhouse for 2 was what we went with for my girlfriend's birthday dinner and it was phenomenal! The service was great and the ambiance even better. We were also watching the Knicks beat the Spurs in game 2 to end a perfect night! Will be back soon!“

“Very good well done food.“

“Such a wonderful experience! It’s our first time in New York and this bar was a short walk from our hotel. We came here on our first night and loved it so much that we ended up coming every night we were in town. Definitely a must visit! Try the french onion soup!“

“Great food, nice services, good amenities.“

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

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

“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!“

“Perfect lobster roll ...so tasty 😋“

“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 💯!!!“

“Ottima qualità del cibo Aragosta ottima“

“Stopped by on a weekday evening ordered the butter chicken, cheese naan, and chicken kati roll. My husband is south indian and agreed the dishes were well seasoned and chicken was super juicy and delicious even my picky toddler ate more than usual! We have been to the michelin 5 star indian restaurants that have cropped up with the fine dining trend, but nothing beats food that tastes like home (especially the price). Portions were generous and owner was polite. Hope to come back to try the buffet soon.“

“Amazing experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, and the chef was incredibly flexible with special requests, which made everything even better. Everyone on the staff was kind, welcoming, and attentive. What truly stood out was how wonderful they were with my daughter they made my daughter feel comfortable and special the entire time. Excellent service, amazing atmosphere, and great food. Highly recommended!“

“Food is really really good, some of the best i’ve had in a long time. The biggest downside are the portion sizes, it unfortunately doesn’t feeling you’re getting enough for what you’re paying. That being said, the beef curry will change your life“

“Good place“

“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. 🙂😍“

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

“The ONLY place in Hell’s Kitchen for excellent sushi. Seriously the quality here is INSANE, especially when considering what I believe to be rock bottom prices. It’s a staple date spot for my girlfriend and I, I’m a little ashamed I haven’t left a review earlier because we love everything about this place. It’s charming, delicious and doesn’t break the bank, perfect for the occasional treat. I usually only order sushi so I cannot speak to the other entrees, but every single roll (and I’ve had almost all of the specialty rolls) has been either above average or exemplary. My favorite is the Manhattan roll! I also get ponzu sauce most times.“

“We had salmon crispy rice ($16). This dish is very special. You can't really eat it anywhere else. 👍

We also had curry karage ramen. The karage is on the soft side. The curry sauce is a little too spicy for us. But the dish is good anyway.

Waiters are very certeous.“

“We love the food here! Everything is good!! This is one of the best Thai restaurants in Midtown. The service is amazing. Great hospitality. You feel comfortable as soon as you walk in. Lovely decor and the food arrives quickly.
The Mango Sticky Rice is sooo delicious. They give you plenty of mango to accompany the rice. I will say it is one of my favorite sticky rice’s that I’ve ever had.
I’ve come here a few days in a row now.
And I will always come back“

“Chicken was nicely cooked, and atmosphere was fine with wooden tables :)

I ordered sweet & spicy fried chicken k-bap, but I think it wrongly came out as soy sayce chicken.

$4 for commercial banana milk felt expensive - I thought it would at least be served with a cup of glass and ice.

Just a thought here - regarding the composition of k-bap, I think there might be too many “chili pepper” in the dish - spicy chicken+gochujang+kimchi (which I ordered but was probably served wrong) is a lot of mixed spices from different sources.“

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

“Delicious menu, beautiful space, excellent service!“

“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!!!“

“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.“

“Perfect Chinese dining. Beat in ChinaTown!“

“One of the best Palestinian food around 10 stars“

“Their signature mera mera is very tasty. You should get it with another soup on the side since the flavor is very intense and it’s nice to switch between the flavors.

The karaage is also better than expected. Even though they forgot we ordered it and it took 50+ minutes to come out… first time I’ve ever had an appetizer come out when I’m ordering dessert.

Staff is aloof and you’ll have to flag people down for stuff even when they are not busy.

They have nice windows for you to watch the street.“

“I really enjoyed the freshness!!“

“We loved it. We ordered their spicy tripe appetizer and it was on point, not too spicy and not too stinky. The flavor of their chow mei fun was on point as well. Great overall! They also have a great lunch menu on weekdays.“