During these final frigid days, nothing beats the winter chill like a hot bowl of delicious soup. From cream-finished to broth-based, pureed to hearty, here are five of our favorite soups from restaurants across the city.
1. Tortilla Soup
Get a spicy kick with this broth-based tortilla soup from Casa Mañana. A perfect blend of Mexican spices, peppers, cheeses and crunchy tortilla chips, it’s guaranteed to warm you right up. •Casa Mañana | 6820 Cantrell Road | 280-9888
2. Lobster Bisque
This rich lobster bisque always hits the spot. Elegant and smooth, this bisque is a decadent start to a warm Italian dinner. It also makes a great entrée. • Ciao Italian | 405 W. Seventh St. | 372-0238
3. Vegan Black Bean Soup
This zesty blend of spices, tomatoes and pureed black beans offer a healthy and hearty bowl of satisfaction. It’s absolutely delicious and is perfect as a stand-alone meal. Call ahead to make sure it’s available on the day you want to dine-in or take-out. • Bossa Nova| 2701 Kavanaugh Blvd. | 614-6682
4. Cheese Soup
The cheese soup from Scallions in The Heights is a mouth-watering creamy combination of blended cheeses, mushrooms and broth. It’s simple, filling and perfect for bread dipping. •Scallions | 5110 Kavanaugh Blvd. | 666-6468
5. Thai Coconut Soup with Grilled Shrimp A creamy coconut broth with jalapeño, peanuts, red bell pepper and cucumber served with jasmine rice offers a distinctive Thai flavor. It’s sweet and savory, light and creamy and intensely flavorful. We’re huge fans! • Lilly’s Dim Sum Then Some | 11121 N. Rodney Parham Road | 716-2700
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1. Tortilla Soup
Get a spicy kick with this broth-based tortilla soup from Casa Mañana. A perfect blend of Mexican spices, peppers, cheeses and crunchy tortilla chips, it’s guaranteed to warm you right up. • Casa Mañana | 6820 Cantrell Road | 280-9888
2. Lobster Bisque
This rich lobster bisque always hits the spot. Elegant and smooth, this bisque is a decadent start to a warm Italian dinner. It also makes a great entrée. • Ciao Italian | 405 W. Seventh St. | 372-0238
3. Vegan Black Bean Soup
This zesty blend of spices, tomatoes and pureed black beans offer a healthy and hearty bowl of satisfaction. It’s absolutely delicious and is perfect as a stand-alone meal. Call ahead to make sure it’s available on the day you want to dine-in or take-out. • Bossa Nova | 2701 Kavanaugh Blvd. | 614-6682
4. Cheese Soup
The cheese soup from Scallions in The Heights is a mouth-watering creamy combination of blended cheeses, mushrooms and broth. It’s simple, filling and perfect for bread dipping. • Scallions | 5110 Kavanaugh Blvd. | 666-6468