During the short, often dreary days of winter, there’s nothing like a bowl of soup, the ultimate comfort food. From pho to tomato to chili and more, Charlotte has no shortage of delicious soups you’ll want to eat when the weather is chilly — and even when it’s not. Here are our picks right now, sorted by neighborhood to make your planning easy.
SouthPark & Myers Park
Napa Restaurants [scoop sponsor]
110 Perrin Pl (Myers Park)
7708 Rea Rd (Stonecrest)
1310 Broadcloth St, Suite 101(Fort Mill)
Cozy up at any of the Napa Restaurant locations with a classic bowl of French Onion Soup. With caramelized onions, apple, crostini, gruyère and thyme, this decadent soup is perfect as both an appetizer or your main course.
The Rusty Bucket
4810 Ashley Park Ln
This casual SouthPark eatery is serving up a variety of great soups. The Sirloin Chili and French Onion crocks of soup are both delicious. Eat them alone, or order a duo, which is a crock of soup and salad, or a trio, which is a crock of soup, salad, and half a sandwich.
Cafe Monte
6700 Fairview Rd #108
Cafe Monte is a charming French bistro in the SouthPark area that serves a rotating daily soup as well as permanent menu soups. Ask your server about the daily special, or try the French Onion Soup, Tomato Bisque or Soup and Salad Duet off the menu.
NoDa
Pho @ Noda
2100 N Davidson St, Suite A
The pho at Pho @ Noda is crafted from 100% beef bones and slowly simmered for hours with a blend of spices to create a rich and flavorful broth. With pho options ranging from chicken to filet mignon to shrimp to tofu, you’re sure to find a hearty bowl of pho to warm you up at this restaurant.
Oh My Soul
3046 N Davidson St
For a vegan soup, head to Oh My Soul. Grab a bowl of Roasted Butternut Squash Soup or dive in to the Jabulani Chili. When you need a pick me up, the Golden Soup with turmeric, ginger, carrots, cauliflower, chickpeas and coconut milk is a delicious and anti-inflammatory meal meant to support the immune system.
The Artisan’s Palate
1218 E 36th St, Suite A
We love the Butternut Squash and Pear Soup from The Artisan’s Palate, featuring butternut squash, caramelized pears in curry, coconut cream and pepitas. And, if you’re looking for something a bit more traditional, you can opt for the classic Roasted Tomato and Basil Soup from this restaurant.
Plaza Midwood & Elizabeth
The Workman’s Friend
1531 Central Ave
This Irish pub is the perfect place for a cozy meal, and one of the best is a classic grilled cheese and tomato soup combination. The Workman’s Friend does it right, pairing an Irish white cheddar cheese, American cheese and sourdough grilled cheese with a creamy tomato bisque perfect for dipping.
Rosemont
1942 E 7th St, #107
Soup lovers are in luck because Rosemont recently added a delicious addition to their menu — butternut squash soup. Made with vanilla & cardamom pears, toasted pumpkin seeds and pumpkin seed oil, this soup is an explosion of delicious flavors.
Uptown
Alexander Michael’s
401 W 9th St
Alexander Michael’s is a Charlotte staple for unpretentious, tasty dishes nestled in Fourth Ward. Everyone feels like family at this restaurant and while everything on the menu is great, the Spicy Crab Soup is an Alexander Michael’s staff and customer favorite.
Jinya Ramen Bar
601 S Tryon St, Unit 132
Jinya’s Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen is a must-try dish in Charlotte. The broth is the perfect balance of spicy and creamy, while ingredients like noodles and tofu are packed with flavor. It’s a soup that will have you coming back again and again.
Amelie’s French Bakery & Cafe
380 S College St (Uptown)
136 E. 36th St (NoDa)
524 Brandywine Road, E (Park Road)
You likely know Amelie’s for the decadent pastries and coffees on the menu, but did you know they also serve an equally decadent soup? The Chicken Pot Pie Soup features creamy chicken with peas, carrots, potatoes, and green beans, plus it’s served with a light and flaky biscuit.
South End & Dilworth
Sun’s Kitchen
3216 South Blvd Suite 105
Sun’s Kitchen, located on the Rail Trail in South End, serves Chinese street food, dim sum, authentic Ma-La Szechuan cuisine, dumplings, and noodles. They’re a true hidden gem in Charlotte with a menu that is both authentic and delicious. As far as soups go, the Braised Beef Noodle Soup is so tender and flavorful, you’ll be drinking every last drop.
300 East
300 East Blvd
Is there anything better than a French Onion Soup with a cheese pull? 300 East has one of the best in the city — this delicious soup is loaded with flavorful onions and broth, topped with crunchy croutons and piled high with melted provolone cheese.
The Dumpling Lady
327 W Tremont Ave, Suite B (South End)
1115 N. Brevard St (Optimist Hall)
320 S. Tryon St (Uptown)
If you prefer your soup in dumpling form, check out the Soup Dumplings from one of The Dumpling Lady locations around Charlotte. Soup dumplings are meant to be eaten with a spoon, so scoop one up, poke a small hole in it with your teeth, drink the soup out of it, then eat the dough and filling inside.
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Author’s Note: This article was written by Alex Maloney. You can find more of her Charlotte-related content on Instagram, @slicesandsushi.
