Soups on! Nothing is more comforting to someone’s soul than a warm and delicious bowl of soup on a crisp fall day. Soups have their own unique flavor and cultural heritage. Soups often combine various ingredients for a mixture of flavors that will ultimately satisfy every palate. Whether it’s in the spring, summer, fall, or winter a quality bowl of soup is always on the menu at these local restaurants and cafes within the Susquehanna Valley. The Susquehanna Style encourages you to try these tasty soups and support these amazing local restaurants or cafes.
3950 Tecport Dr, Harrisburg, PA
23 N Broad St, Lititz, PA
This super hip and quaint café has two locations with one being in Harrisburg and the other located in Lititz. With tomato in the name, it is no surprise that the tomato bisque soup receives superb reviews. This soup is the perfect complement with a grilled cheese sandwich. This pairing is the true American Comfort Standard, and the Tomato Pie Café also doubles as a terrific coffee shop.
400 N George St, York, PA
Located in York off interstates I83 and US30 this classical family diner is serving up some great soups. Their Crock of Chili and French onion soup are among their most popular, and always seem to be a customer favorite. Central Family Restaurant, in typical diner fashion, serves up good plates with a friendly smile.
15 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA
2 W Market St, York, PA
Nestled in the heart of bustling downtown Lancaster this café boasts an urban vibe. With rustic brick walls, exposed piping, and hardwood floors the architectural style of this café is truly unique. Prince Street Café is also located across the street of the historical Fulton Theatre. Prince Street Café offers a rotating menu along with a soup calendar. Prince Street café features a very diverse soup menu with offerings that include the Lancaster County favorite, chicken corn, to something more exotic like Moroccan sweet potato and African peanut.
58 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA
This Vietnamese inspired restaurant in Lancaster City has become a local favorite for many. Sprout is truly a little gem on the street corner and serves amazing food at great price rates. Due to its smaller size, Sprout does lack a large seating area which creates a fast and casual environment. Their chicken rice noodle soup and Pho are regarded as their most popular soups, and their spicy beef noodle soup showcases a great balance of spices.
Joe Mamma’s Kitchen and Catering (soup shack)
Address: 2233 Derry St, Harrisburg, PA
You will find this great little hole in the wall on Derry Street in Harrisburg. Joe Mamma’s Kitchen and Catering has a very down-home feeling about it, and its name honors the owner’s late brother. They usually rotate at least 6 soups. With everything ranging from split pea ham to seafood bisk the options are truly endless, and all these soups are reasonably priced. The restaurant has less than 15 tables, so it’s meant for a quick stop due to the small nature. Joe Mamma’s Kitchen and Catering also runs a decently cheap catering business as well. Joe Mamma’s might be a small restaurant, but it most definitely has a big heart.
44 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA
54 W High St, Carlisle, PA
This Asian restaurant located in Lancaster and Carlisle offers customers a unique cultural dining experience. They are known for rich hearty broths that include just the right amount of spiciness. The Vegetarian Tan Tan and authentic ramen get raving reviews. They also serve customers in very generous proportions. After a delicious bowl of soup, they offer customers Mochi Ice Cream which is a sweet way to cap off your meal.
1215 W End Ave, Hummelstown, PA
Centered in the middle of a cornfield in historic Hershey is the Cocoa Beanery. The Cocoa Beanery sits in an old, refurbished farm home, and from spring to fall there is a farmers’ market there on Thursdays. They also have an additional location within the beautiful Hershey Lodge. Their Autumn squash soup is one of their signature soups, and they also have a soup of the day. The Cocoa Beanery features beautiful outside seating, and people can smell the chocolate while enjoying their bowl of soup.
1320 N 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA
The Yellow Bird Café is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Harrisburg. It features a very artsy vibe and creates a very welcoming environment for all diners. The café houses locally designed art and helps promote local artisans. Their beef and barley soup and roasted red pepper soup are customer favorites.
