Spoons at the ready! Cooler temperatures are here, and that means soup season is in full effect. For the days you forget to load up the crockpot before heading to the office, or are simply craving a local recipe, here are five excellent options.
Kimchi Soup, Z Counter
Z Counter’s kimchi soup is a must-try for any occasion—cold days, sick days or just when you’re longing for one of the city’s best soups. Served in a spicy Korean broth, it features kimchi, tofu, bacon, egg and onion, all balanced with just the right amount of heat and a side of white rice.
Sgt. Pepper Poblano Soup, Sandi’s Diner
Sandi’s Diner offers a homemade poblano soup boasting a subtle kick and all the warm flavors one would expect. An insider tip, often mentioned in online reviews, suggests ordering a cup of poblano soup alongside your breakfast and pouring it over your eggs and potatoes. Though we haven’t personally tried this adventurous take, the idea is certainly intriguing.
Chicken Tortilla Soup, Las Palmas Mexican Cafe
A specialty at Las Palmas, the always-fresh chicken tortilla soup is not without fanfare, and for good reason. Located in the basement of the Broadway Tower uptown, the restaurant’s homemade soup is everything you look for in this variety: savory, filled with flavor and plenty of aromatics. The thick slices of avocado are the perfect finish.
Crab Potato Soup, The Blue Clove Seafood Bar & Grill
A bisque that makes an impact, Blue Clove’s crab potato soup combines buttery potatoes, various vegetables and crabmeat all blended together to create a delectable bowl of goodness. Enjoy a cup as a side to one of the many five-star seafood entrees, or make it the star of your meal by ordering a whole bowl.
Jamppong, Lei Kitchen
Known for its spicy, seafood-based broth, this popular Korean noodle soup is a sight to behold and surely an entree-sized order. A flavorful depth is achieved as scallops, shrimp, squid, fish balls and tofu mingle with udon noodles, cabbage and onion. leikitchen.net
