Milwaukee Soup Guide: The Ultimate Guide

Milwaukee's soup scene spans from steaming bowls of Vietnamese pho in Brookfield to legendary beer cheese soup downtown, hearty Polish mushroom soup in Oak Creek, and Ethiopian lentil stews in the Third Ward. This comprehensive guide identifies 75+ soup destinations across the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area, organized geographically with practical family-planning information including addresses, hours, pricing, parking, and accessibility details.

Downtown Milwaukee

Downtown offers the highest concentration of diverse soup options, from food hall pho to fine French onion.

3rd Street Market Hall

Address: 275 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
Hours: Daily 11 AM–9 PM (varies by vendor)
Website: 3rdstmarkethall.com

Pho Spot MKE serves specialty pho with 10-hour slow-cooked broth featuring brisket, rare eye round, meatballs, tendon, tripe, oxtail, or beef rib. Hand-rolled egg rolls complement the soup. Kawa Ramen & Sushi operates a second location here with their signature Tonkotsu Ramen (8-12 hour simmered Berkshire pork bone broth from Wisconsin farms), plus Yuzu Chicken Broth and Spicy Ramen varieties. Price range: $14–17 per bowl. Family-friendly food hall atmosphere with varied seating options and shared tables. Underground parking garage available.

Xankia (formerly Banh Nhu Y)

Address: 222 W. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53203
Phone: (414) 817-0241
Website: xankiawi.com
Hours: Mon–Wed 11 AM–9 PM; Thu–Fri 11 AM–12 AM; Sat 3 PM–12 AM; Closed Sunday
Signature soup: Pho Noodle Soup—their most popular dish after 10+ years in business. Vietnamese-American style with boba teas and Café Sua Da. Homey mom-and-pop atmosphere at budget-friendly prices.

Artisan Ramen

Address: 530 E. Mason St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 888-8800
Website: artisan-ramen.com
Hours: Mon–Thu 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5 PM–8 PM; Sat 5 PM–10 PM; Sun 5 PM–9 PM; Closed Friday
Specialty: Fresh-made ramen with noodles made daily on-site. Offers ramen classes and creative variations on classics. Established 2017. Price range: $15–18.

Milwaukee Brat House - Downtown

Address: Across from Usinger's, Downtown Milwaukee
Website: milwaukeebrathouse.com
Signature soup: Famous Beer Cheese Soup (featured in USA Today)—Cup $5.95 / Bowl $7.95. Made with Lakefront Brewery IPA, topped with pretzel slivers. Copper ceiling, vintage dive bar atmosphere. Free shuttle to stadium on game days. Family-friendly casual environment.

The Rumpus Room - A Bartolotta Gastropub

Address: Water Street, Downtown Milwaukee
Specialty: Beer Cheese Soup served with popcorn—an unexpectedly perfect pairing. European-style gastropub with 20+ beers on tap, 100+ bottled options. Spacious bar, intimate dining room, separate private event space. Pre-theater convenient near Marcus Center. Price range: $$–$$$.

Real Chili

Address: 419 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI
Signature: Classic chili—a Milwaukee institution particularly popular for late-night dining. No-frills counter service. Budget-friendly.

Third Ward, Walker's Point & Fifth Ward

The creative heart of Milwaukee's soup scene includes dedicated soup houses and elevated fine dining.

Soup Brothers

Address: 209 W. Florida St., Walker's Point, Milwaukee
Signature soups: Red Pepper Bisque (signature, achingly rich) and Cheddar & Bermuda Onion Soup. Famous for poppyseed-crusted bread served alongside. Quirky walkup counter service—stand-in-line worthy. "Big brother" to Boo Boo's Sandwich Shop.

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe

Address: 3329 W. Lisbon Ave., Milwaukee
Phone: (414) 934-0587
Signature soups: Rotating roster including Coconut Lentil Curry, Mushroom Pozole, New England Fish Chowder, and Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo. Known primarily for heritage whole-grain breads—same artisan care goes into soup preparation.

Guadalajara Restaurant

Address: 901 S. 10th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204
Phone: (414) 647-2266
Website: milwaukeemexicanfood.com
Hours: Mon, Wed–Fri 9 AM–8 PM; Sat–Sun 8 AM–8 PM; Closed Tuesday
Signature soups:

• Caldo de Res (beef soup with zucchini, carrots, potato, cabbage, corncob) – $15

• Pozole Rojo (pork with hominy) – $15

• Pozole Verde (chicken with hominy) – $15

• Menudo (beef tripe soup, popular Sunday mornings) – $15

• Caldo de Camaron (shrimp soup) – $14.95

• Birria de Chivo (goat in red sauce) – $13.95

Atmosphere: Family-owned since 1987, art deco bar, bright colorful decor. Busy weekends with local families in Sunday church clothes. Family-friendly with multi-generational dining common. Street parking (can be limited). Also serves rare Capirotada dessert year-round.

Alem Ethiopian Village

Address: 307 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 224-5324
Website: alem-ethiopianvillage.com
Hours: Tue–Sat 4 PM–8 PM; Closed Sun–Mon
Reservations: Preferred
Signature stews:

• Doro Wot (spicy chicken stew—national dish)

• Yebeg Keay Wot (lamb stew)

• Yemiser Wot (lentil stew)

• Shiro (thick chickpea/lentil sauce)

Special: Kitfo (seasoned raw beef) Fri–Sat only. Price range: $$. Authentic Ethiopian ambience with communal dining, traditional African tables. Eat with hands using injera bread (utensils available). Family-friendly—good for kids and groups. Established 2008. Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (#82 of 924 Milwaukee restaurants).

Saffron Modern Indian Dining

Address: 223 N. Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 539-4980
Website: saffronmke.com
Hours: Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 AM–3 PM, Sun 11 AM–3 PM; Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5–9:30 PM, Fri–Sat 5–10 PM
Cuisine: Modern/upscale Indian with contemporary presentation
Notable curries: Shrimp Moilee (South Indian coconut curry), lamb biryani, various dal preparations. Price range: $$$ (Small plates $12–$18; entrées $22–$32). Elegant, modern, Instagram-worthy presentations. Halal/Kosher certified meats; vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free options. Reservations recommended.

Morel

Address: 430 S. 2nd St., Walker's Point
Hours: Tue–Thu 5 PM–9 PM; Fri–Sat 5 PM–10 PM; Closed Sun–Mon
Specialty: Seasonal Corn Soup and farm-to-table preparations with nearly 100% Wisconsin-sourced ingredients. Chef Jonathan Manyo's 10-year commitment to local sourcing. Price range: $$$$ (fine dining).

East Side & Lower East Side

Milwaukee's East Side concentrates diverse Asian soup offerings alongside classic delis.

Stone Bowl Grill

Address: 1958 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 220-9111
Website: stonebowlgrill.com
Hours: Tue–Fri 11 AM–2:30 PM & 4:30 PM–9:30 PM; Sat 11:30 AM–9:30 PM; Sun 11:30 AM–8:30 PM; Closed Monday
Signature soups:

• Sundubu Jjigae (silken tofu in savory casserole)

• Kimchi Jjigae (kimchi stew with tofu and pork belly)

• Budae Jjigae ("Hangover Soup"—sausage, spicy broth, noodles, tofu, cheese) – $15

• Seafood Hot Pot with udon noodles

Price range: $$ (appetizers $8–15; entrées $15–20). Fresh daily kimchi, complimentary banchan. Beautiful setting. Family-friendly—accommodating to large parties, kid-friendly. Limited street parking.

EE-Sane Thai-Lao Cuisine

Address: 1806 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 224-8284
Website: eesanemke.com
Hours: Tue–Sat 11 AM–9:30 PM; Sun 12 PM–8:30 PM; Closed Monday
Signature soups:

• Tom Yum (hot and sour soup with lemongrass) – from $6.50

• Tom Kar (coconut milk soup) – from $6.50

• Egg Noodle Soup with wonton, BBQ pork, shrimp – from $14.95

Price range: $ (affordable). Lunch specials $6.95. Family-run since 1998 (30+ years). Authentic Thai-Lao cuisine with vegetarian options. Spice levels 1–10. Family-friendly.

Thai-namite

Address: 932 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, WI
Phone: (414) 837-6280
Website: thai-namite.com
Signature soups: Tom Kha, Tom Yum; known for noodle dishes. Milwaukee's first Thai & sushi restaurant (since 2009). Gluten-free options, catering available. Great outdoor seating.

Kawa Ramen & Sushi - Murray Ave

Address: 2321 N. Murray Ave., Milwaukee, WI
Phone: (414) 800-7979
Website: kawaramensushi.com
Hours: Wed–Mon 12 PM–9 PM; Closed Tuesdays
Signature soup: Tonkotsu Ramen—rich, creamy broth simmered 8–12 hours using Berkshire pork bones from Wisconsin farm. Also Yuzu Chicken Broth Ramen and Spicy Ramen. Expert ramen chef from Japan trained kitchen staff. House-made noodles daily. Price range: $$.

Saigon Baguette

Address: 2338 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee, WI
Website: saigonbaguettemilwaukee.com
Specialty: Fresh pho, banh mi, Vietnamese coffee, boba drinks. Vibrant, modern space with bold Vietnamese flavors.

Beans and Barley

Address: 1901 E. North Ave., East Side
Phone: (414) 278-7878
Website: beansandbarley.com
Specialty: Vegetarian and eclectic rotating daily soups. Health-conscious market-restaurant combo—beloved East Side staple. Family-friendly with vegetarian-friendly menu.

Comet Café

Address: 1947 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee, WI
Phone: (414) 273-7677
Signature soup: Tomato Soup—thick, subtly chunky, hintingly sweet. Pairs perfectly with grilled cheese. Beer cheese sauce available. Known for creative comfort food.

Benji's Deli & Restaurant

Address: 4156 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood (East Side adjacent)
Phone: (414) 332-7777
Website: benjisdeliandrestaurant.com
Hours: Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM; Sat 8 AM–7 PM; Sun 8 AM–3 PM
Signature soups:

• Matzo Ball Soup (legendary—described as "from heaven")

• Chicken Noodle (options: matzo ball, noodle, rice, or kreplach)

• Sweet & Sour Cabbage Soup

• Tomato Parmesan Soup

• Black Angus Beef Chili

Price range: $$ ($11–30/person). Classic New York-style kosher deli since 1963. Family-friendly—breakfast served all day. Note: bathrooms down a flight of stairs at Shorewood location. Second location: 8683 N. Port Washington Rd., Fox Point—(414) 228-5130.

Crossroads Collective

Address: 2238 N. Farwell Ave., East Side
Phone: (414) 763-9081
Website: crossroadscollectivemke.com
Features: Food hall with 8 vendors including Frida (soup & sandwiches). Trendy atmosphere with communal seating. Speak-easy bar called Shanghai accessible through Black Cat Alley.

Bay View

This eclectic neighborhood features Milwaukee's most dedicated soup restaurant alongside diverse Asian and Latin options.

The Soup Market - Bay View

Address: 2211 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Bay View, WI 53207
Phone: (414) 727-8462
Website: thesoupmarket.com
Hours: Mon–Fri 10:30 AM–6 PM; Sat–Sun Closed
Milwaukee's last remaining dedicated soup restaurant after 20+ years in business.

Signature soups (rotating daily):

• Chicken Dumpling

• Mrs. Stein's Matzo Ball Soup

• New England Clam Chowder

• Pork Chile Verde

• African Peanut Chicken Soup

• Vegetarian Tomato Bisque

• Vegan Curried Couscous

• Cheese Tortellini with Italian Sausage

Formats: Cup, bowl, quart, or gallon sizes. Price range: $. Casual atmosphere, good for kids. Email/text notifications available for favorite soups. Sandwiches and salads also available.

Additional locations: Hales Corners (5300 S. 108th St.), Vliet Street, Brookfield and South Shore Farmer's Markets. Catering & wholesale available.

Huế Vietnamese Restaurant

Address: 2691 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Bay View
Phone: (414) 294-0483
Signature soups:

• Phở Tái Chín (sirloin steak and well-done brisket) – $12.99+

• Phở Combo (beef, brisket, meatballs)

• Vegetarian Pho (flash-fried tofu, baby bok choy in mushroom and star anise broth)

• "Veggie Meat" Pho (tofu and vegetarian meatballs)

Price range: $$. Colorful, recently renovated, cozy. Featured on Top Chef Season 10. Pho served with bean sprouts, Thai basil, jalapeño, lime. Extra large +$4. Family-friendly. Second location at 6519 W. North Ave.

Room Service (Thai & Japanese)

Neighborhood: Bay View
Signature soup: Tom Yum Soup with River Prawn—creamy, aromatic version served tableside in a siphon. Also Namyapu (Southern Thai curry with crab). Upscale Thai-Japanese fusion by Chef Joey Phadungsil. Modern techniques, gorgeous presentation, signature cocktails inspired by Thai ingredients. Chic rooftop patio. Price range: $$$ (higher-end fine dining).

Santino's Little Italy

Address: 352 E. Stewart St., Bay View
Phone: (414) 897-7367
Website: santinoslittleitaly.com
Specialty: Classic Italian soups including minestrone. Hidden gem with old-school Italian restaurant environment.

South Side (Mitchell Street, Lincoln Village, Silver City)

Milwaukee's South Side is the epicenter for authentic Mexican soups and Southeast Asian noodle bowls.

Vientiane Noodle Shop ★

Address: 3422 W. National Ave., Silver City
Phone: (414) 672-8440
Website: vientianenoodleshop.com
Hours: Tue–Sun 10 AM–8:30 PM; Closed Monday
Family-owned since 2001. Featured on Top Chef.

Signature soups:

• Beef & Meatball Pho – $11.99

• Combo Pho (beef, meatballs, shrimp, squid) – $12.99

• Oxtail Pho – $15.99

• Spicy Duck Pho – $12.99

• Khao Piak (homemade rice noodles in chicken broth) – $10.99

• Khao Poun (rice noodles in red curry coconut broth) – $12.99

• Oxtail Khao Poun – $15.99

• Tom Yum (shrimp soup with lemongrass, galangal, tamarind)

• Traditional Lao Beef Soup (with tripe, tapioca leaves, napa cabbage)

• Suki Yaki (bean thread noodles in peanut sauce) – $13.99

Price range: $–$$. No-frills atmosphere with family photos on walls, crowded at lunch. Street parking on National Ave. Participates in annual "Phobruary" promotion. Tripadvisor rating: 4.7/5.

El Tlaxcalteca Restaurant

Address: 1300 W. Burnham St., Milwaukee, WI 53204
Phone: (414) 312-8436
Hours: Daily 9 AM–9 PM
Signature soups/stews:

• Birria de Res (beef birria stew with consommé)

• Birria Ramen (birria stew with ramen noodles)

• Quesabirria with dipping consommé

• Pozole (daily special)

• Albondigas (meatball soup—occasional special)

Extensive birria menu including pizza birria, birria nachos, machete de birria. Small, colorful authentic eatery with pink/orange tables, red walls, Day of the Dead decorations. Located in plaza with El Rey Foodmart. Price range: $13–$26 for birria combos. Family-friendly.

Chucho's Red Tacos

Address: 4511 S. 6th St., Milwaukee, WI
Specialty: Birria tacos with consommé—beef, chicken, goat, or vegan (hibiscus flower) options. Crispy red taco shells dipped in house-made chili oil. Indoor/outdoor seating. Family-friendly.

Lazo's Taco Shack

Address: 641 N. James Lovell St., Milwaukee, WI
Website: lazostacoshackmke.biz
Specialty: Birria tacos (Wednesday special—4 for $14.50) with consommé. "Best birria in Milwaukee" and exceptional horchata. Family-owned with warm hospitality.

Botanas Restaurant

Address: 816 S. 5th St., Walker's Point/South Side
Phone: (414) 672-3755
Website: botanasoriginal.com
Specialty: Authentic Mexican cuisine including traditional soups. Ranked #1 Mexican Restaurant by Shepherd Express, Milwaukee Magazine, and OnMilwaukee. Inside and patio seating. Ample lot and street parking.

Damascus Gate

Address: 807 W. Historic Mitchell St.
Phone: (414) 810-3561
Hours: 10:30 AM–7:30 PM daily
Specialty: Middle Eastern cuisine including soups. Available on DoorDash, EatStreet, Uber Eats.

Riverwest

This bohemian neighborhood offers wholesome vegetarian soups and eclectic global options.

Riverwest Co-op Grocery & Café

Address: 733 E. Clarke St., Riverwest
Phone: (414) 264-7933
Website: riverwestcoop.org
Hours: Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM; Sat–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
Specialty soups:

• Daily rotating homemade soups (all vegetarian/vegan)

• Cup or bowl sizes served with local Wild Flour Bread

• Spicy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili

• Grilled cheese with soup combo available

Price range: $. Funky, healthy, laid-back; attached to natural grocery store. Member-owned, volunteer-run since 2001. Uses organic and locally grown produce. Family-friendly—healthy, wholesome menu.

Riverwest Filling Station

Address: 701 E. Keefe St., Riverwest
Phone: (414) 906-9000
Specialty: Rotating soup of the day (e.g., Seafood Gumbo with andouille sausage). Gastropub with eclectic artwork, global menu. Known for diverse craft brews.

Wauwatosa

Tosa offers Milwaukee's premier French soup scene alongside Asian dumpling specialists.

Loup (Wisconsin Soup Co.)

Address: 7505 Harwood Ave., Wauwatosa, WI
Phone: (414) 988-0044
Website: loupsoup.com
Signature soups:

• Lobster Bisque (über-rich)

• Tomato Dill (paired with grilled cheese)

• Veggie Mulligatawny

• Curry Lentils

• Beer Cheese

• Daily rotating options announced by 10:45 AM

Format: Cup, bowl, or quart sizes with fresh bread and whipped salted butter. Frozen quarts available. Storefront arm of Wisconsin Soup Company. Customer quote: "I have Loup at least 2x a month. I could eat it everyday." Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating.

Le Rêve Patisserie & Café

Address: 7610 Harwood Ave., Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (Tosa Village)
Website: lerevecafe.com
Hours: Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM; Fri–Sat 8 AM–10 PM; Closed Sunday
Signature soups:

• Traditional French Onion Soup with Saxon Farms cheese – $6.95 (classic)

• Mushroom soup

• Seasonal daily soups (Cup $3.50, Bowl $4.50)

Charming French bistro in historic two-story bank building. Cozy ambiance, full bar, on-site bakery, outdoor French garden seating in summer. Price range: $$. Accessible first floor dining. Happy hour 4–6 PM weekdays.

Serious Sanji Dumpling House

Address: 853 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Phone: (414) 226-6055
Website: serioussanjiwi.kwickmenu.com
Hours: Sun–Thu 11 AM–9:30 PM; Fri–Sat 11 AM–10:30 PM; Closed Tuesdays
Signature soups:

• Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings)—pork and crabmeat varieties

• Dan Dan Noodles

• Wonton soup

Modern atmosphere with burgundy walls, wooden accents, semi-open kitchen. Robot servers deliver food. First Wisconsin location (opened October 2024). Plaza parking. Family-friendly.

North Avenue Grill

Address: 7225 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Hours: Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–3 PM; Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM; Sat–Sun 11 AM–4 PM
Specialty: Chicken and Dumpling Soup; comfort food. Busy Tosa diner with plates coming out fast and hot. Price range: $ ($4.50–$17). Known for Hot Mess Pastrami Melt.

India Garden

Address: 2930 N. 117th St., Wauwatosa, WI 53222
Phone: (414) 235-9220
Website: indiagardenwauwatosa.net
Hours: Lunch Buffet Mon–Fri 11:30 AM–3 PM; Dinner Sun–Thu 5–10 PM, Fri–Sat 5–10:30 PM
Signature soup/stew items:

• Dal Tadka (split lentils with aromatic spices, ghee finish) – $14.95

• Dal Palak (lentils with spinach) – $14.95

• Vegetable Sambar (South Indian soup served with uttapam)

Price range: $$ (appetizers $3.95–$8.95; entrées $14.95–$27.95). Large, comfortable restaurant with spacious booths. Family-friendly—good for kids, reservations accepted for groups. Wheelchair accessible. Parking lot available. Gluten-free and vegan options.

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Wauwatosa

Address: 2635 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Phone: (262) 888-3113
Website: thekpot.com
Hours: Mon–Thu 12 PM–10 PM; Fri–Sat 12 PM–10:30 PM; Sun 12 PM–10 PM
Features: All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ AND hot pot. Create your own pho or ramen. Choice of broth (spicy to mild). Nearly 100 options. Halal certified. Sauce station.
Price range: Lunch $21 / Dinner $32 for BBQ or hot pot; +$5 for both.
Fun, interactive dining. Family-friendly—perfect for groups.

Brookfield

The western suburb offers Milwaukee's densest concentration of Vietnamese pho restaurants.

Pho One24

Address: 3705 N. 124th St., Ste 400, Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: (262) 583-1250
Website: phoone24brookfield.com
Hours: Mon–Sun 10 AM–9 PM
Signature soups:

• Pho Dac Biet (Special with tenderloin, meatballs, brisket, tendon)

• Pho Combo (brisket, eye round steak, tendon, beef meatballs)

• Pho Ga (chicken)

• Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup)

Price range: $14–17 per bowl. "High casual" atmosphere—praised as "best Vietnamese restaurant in Milwaukee area." Takes reservations, offers takeout and delivery. Shopping center parking. Family-friendly with vegetarian options. Health Score: 85/100.

Pho 4 U Vietnamese Cuisine

Address: 3835 N. 124th St., Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: (262) 439-9149
Website: pho4uwi.com
Hours: Daily 10 AM–9 PM; Closed Tuesdays
Signature soups: Pho Xe Lua (special combination), various proteins, Bun Bo Hue. Price range: $13–17. Small, casual mom-and-pop; clean and comfortable. Owner makes broths from scratch using meat and bones. Located in Shoppers World of Brookfield near Best Buy Outlet and Target.

Pho L'Amour Cafe

Address: 16960 W. Greenfield Ave., Suite 2, Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: (262) 202-8018
Website: pholamourcafe.com
Hours: 10:30 AM–8:30 PM
Signature soups:

• Traditional Pho – $14.50

• Pho Combo – $15.95

• Hue Style Noodle Soup

• Namvang Noodle Soup – $15.95

Warm, traditional Vietnamese ambiance. Large parking space available. Vietnamese chef with years of experience; carefully selected fresh ingredients.

Café Zupas - Brookfield

Address: 17105 W. Bluemound Rd., Brookfield, WI
Website: cafezupas.com
Signature soups:

• Enchilada Soup

• Golden Curry Soup

• Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup

• Chicken Tortilla

• 12+ house-made soup options rotating

Price range: $8–15 for soup combos. Modern fast-casual with clean design. Kids combo available. Shopping center parking. Rating: 4.6 stars (500+ reviews).

West Allis

This working-class suburb delivers authentic Vietnamese and classic German soup traditions.

Pho Saigon

Address: 10534 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI 53214
Phone: (414) 828-9698
Website: phosaigoncuisine.com
Hours: Daily 10 AM–9 PM
Signature soups:

• Pho Special (Dac Biet) – $16.99: tenderloin, meatballs, brisket, tendon

• Pho Combo – $16.99: brisket, eye round, tendon, beef meatballs

• Pho Ga (chicken) – $15.99

• Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup) – $13.99

• Pho Tofu with veggie broth

"Best pho in West Allis"—consistently praised for scratch-made broths. Casual, clean, family-friendly; indoor dining with outdoor seating. Street and lot parking. 246+ photos, 204+ reviews on Yelp.

Kegel's Inn

Address: 5901 W. National Ave., West Allis, WI 53214
Phone: (414) 257-9999
Website: kegelsinn.com
Hours: Tue–Thu 4–8 PM; Fri 11 AM–9 PM; Sat 4–9 PM; Closed Sun–Mon
Milwaukee's premier authentic German restaurant since 1924 (100+ years).

Signature soups:

• Beef Liver Dumpling Soup (from scratch, bone broth)—NEW

• Chicken Dumpling Soup (diced chicken, small dumplings in broth)

• French Onion Soup

• Cream of Mushroom Soup (exceptional, hand-cut mushrooms)

• Daily soup rotation

Historic beer hall with hand-painted murals by German artist Peter Gries, leaded glass windows, heavy wooden beams. Hofbrau Beer Garden (year-round). All dinners include soup, salad, bread. Family-owned for generations. Women-owned currently. Award-winning Friday Fish Fry. Street parking. Happy hour 4–6 PM.

84th Classic Café

Address: 1650 S. 84th St., West Allis, WI 53214
Specialty: Hearty chicken and dumpling soup; vegetable omelettes. Price range: $. Local favorite for homestyle cooking.

Hales Corners & Greenfield

Southern suburbs offer soup specialists and Korean hot pot experiences.

The Soup Market - Hales Corners

Address: 5300 S. 108th St., Hales Corners, WI
Phone: (414) 727-8462
Website: thesoupmarket.com
Signature soups: Same quality rotating menu as Bay View location including Polish Pickle Soup, Croatian Sarma Soup, Jambalaya, African Chicken Peanut. 7–8 daily options including vegan. Counter-service soup focused. 20+ year Milwaukee institution. Full catering and wholesale available.

Tanpopo Ramen & Sushi

Phone: (414) 525-2266
Website: tanpoporamen.com
Hours: Sun 11:30 AM–9 PM; Mon Closed; Tue–Thu 11 AM–9 PM; Fri 11 AM–9:30 PM; Sat 11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Signature soups:

• Vegan Ramen

• Shoyu Ramen

• Miso Ramen

• Vegetarian Ramen

Traditional Japanese charm with modern comfort. Catering available. Rewards program. Serves Hales Corners, Greenfield, Greendale, West Allis, New Berlin, Franklin, Muskego areas.

Dumpling & Bao House

Address: 5191 S. 108th St., Hales Corners, WI
Website: dumplingbaohouse.com
Specialty: Soup dumplings, bao buns, various dumpling varieties. Pickup and delivery available.

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Greenfield

Address: 4902 S. 74th St., Greenfield, WI 53220
Hours: Mon–Thu 12 PM–10 PM; Fri–Sat 12 PM–10:30 PM; Sun 12 PM–10 PM
Features: All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ AND hot pot. Create your own pho or ramen. Nearly 100 options. Halal certified.
Price range: $20–30+ for AYCE (lunch cheaper, +$5 for both BBQ + hot pot). Family-friendly.

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Greenfield

Phone: (414) 455-4200
Website: coopershawkwinery.com
Signature soups:

• Crab, Shrimp & Lobster Bisque

• Tortilla Soup

Price range: $30 and under. Upscale casual with full bar. Amenities: Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access. Rating: 4.4 stars (402 reviews).

North Shore (Shorewood, Whitefish Bay, Glendale, Fox Point)

The affluent North Shore offers classic American and British pub soups alongside upscale dining.

Milwaukee Brat House - Shorewood

Address: 4022 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, WI
Phone: (414) 539-5826
Website: milwaukeebrathouse.com
Signature soup: Lakefront IPA Beer Cheese Soup; daily soup specials. Welcoming pub ambiance. Family-friendly.

Three Lions Pub

Address: 4515 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, WI
Phone: (414) 763-6992
Website: threelionspub.com
Specialty: Traditional British soups. Old World British-style with heated tent/patio. European soccer venue.

Benji's Deli - Fox Point

Address: 8683 N. Port Washington Rd., Fox Point, WI
Phone: (414) 228-5130
Website: benjisdeliandrestaurant.com
Signature soups: Same legendary Matzo Ball Soup, Chicken Noodle, Sweet & Sour Cabbage as Shorewood location.

Jack Pandl's Whitefish Bay Inn

Phone: (414) 964-3800
Website: jackpandls.com
Established 1915. Daily soup options with brunch. Choice of soup, salad, or fruit with brunch menu. Beautiful patio, rich tradition. Family-friendly classic dining. Reservations via OpenTable. Price range: Moderate-upscale.

MOXIE Food + Drink

Address: 501 E. Silver Spring Dr., Whitefish Bay, WI
Phone: (414) 204-8980
Website: eatatmoxie.com
Specialty: Brunch, lunch, dinner with American-inspired favorites including soups.

Brick and Pub Grill (Glendale)

Address: 6343 N. Green Bay Ave., Glendale, WI
Phone: (414) 797-0710
Website: thebrickpubandgrill.com
Features: Favorite sandwiches, paninis, burgers, Friday fish fry, soups.

Mequon, Thiensville & North

Northern communities offer riverside dining and specialty ramen.

Remington's River Inn

Address: 130 S. Main St., Thiensville, WI 53092
Phone: (262) 238-2697
Signature soups: Homemade daily soups—described as "best homemade soups you'll have outside your own kitchen." Carrot ginger, butternut squash (specials). Riverside dining with deck seating; casual. #2 of 12 restaurants in Thiensville. Family-friendly.

The Lil' Tuna (Mequon Public Market)

Location: Mequon Public Market, Mequon, WI
Specialty: Ramen, omakase sushi, sushi tacos. Home of Chef Jason Morimoto (Iron Chef Sushi Master Season 2 winner). Intimate sushi bar in public market.

Café Hollander Mequon

Location: Near Interurban Trail, Mequon, WI
Website: cafehollander.com
Features: Soups, Belgian fare, craft beer. Modern European café setting. Winter Globes/Domes. Weekly trivia; happy hour Mon–Thu 3–5 PM.

Bawi Korean BBQ

Address: 6107 W. Mequon Rd., Mequon, WI 53092
Features: All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ with table grilling. Marinated short ribs praised. K-Pop vibes. Price range: ~$40/person AYCE.

Oak Creek, South Milwaukee & Cudahy

Southern metro areas feature Middle Eastern lentil soups and Polish traditions.

Wioletta's Polish Kitchen (Opened October 2025)

Address: 7135 S. 13th St., Oak Creek, WI
Specialty: Trio of daily soups:

• Mushroom soup

• Chicken noodle

• Rotating special

Authentic Polish dining in transformed former Applebee's location. Full bar with Polish and European beers; specialty drinks including "Wioletta's Flight" (plum, cherry, honey liqueurs). Also serves pierogi, pork cutlets, goulash, stuffed cabbage.

Background: Owners Adam and Wioletta Bartoszek also run Wioletta's Polish Market on S. Howell Ave. (authentic Polish prepared foods since 2022).

Al Yousef Restaurant

Address: 6329 S. 20th St., Oak Creek, WI 53154
Phone: (414) 301-5233
Hours: Daily 10 AM–10 PM
Signature soup: Lentil Soup (featured item). Also beef kofta, chicken shish tawook, grape leaves, falafel, hummus, baklava. Arabic/Middle Eastern cuisine. Pickup, delivery, catering available. Halal.

Oak Creek Diner

Address: 6874 S. 13th St., Oak Creek, WI 53154
Specialty: Homemade Chicken Rice Soup; classic comfort food. Once an apartment, feels like stepping into home; over 55 years history. Price range: $. Timeless breakfast dishes.

Pho Cali Noodle House

Website: phocaliwi.com
Serves: Oak Creek area
Signature soups: Traditional Pho varieties—comforting bowls of noodle soup. Rating: 4.4 stars. Price range: $.

Brady Street Corridor & Middle Eastern Options

The Brady Street area concentrates Milwaukee's best Middle Eastern soup options.

Shawarma Palace

Address: 1701 N. Humboldt Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 231-9083
Website: shawarmapalacemke.com
Hours: Sun–Thu 12 PM–12 AM; Fri–Sat 12 PM–2:30 AM
Signature soup: Lentil Soup (#34 on menu). Also mixed shawarma bowls, wraps, falafel, hummus, baba ghanoush. Cozy, welcoming, late-night destination. All meats halal-certified. Street parking on Brady/Humboldt (free after 6 PM and Sundays). Catering available.

Taqwa's Bakery and Restaurant

Website: taqwasbakery.com
Signature soups: Lentil soup (praised as "best ever" by reviewers), Harira (Middle Eastern soup), fresh-baked flatbreads. Elegant Bedouin tent-style interior decor. Fresh, made-with-love preparation.

Lebnani House

Address: 5051 S. 27th St., Milwaukee, WI
Signature soup: Lentil soup plus soup of the day. Also Yalanji (stuffed grape leaves), kafta in tahini, hot/cold mezza. Spacious, airy, contemporary design. Halal meats, Turkish coffee, non-alcoholic cocktails. Kafta $17.99; yalanji $7.99.

Mediterranean Cuisine

Address: 753 N. Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Website: mediterraneancuisinemke.com
Signature soup: Lentil soup. Turkish/Mediterranean (second location of Madison's "The Mediterranean Joint"). Turkish Adana kebap, lamb chops, chicken shawarma, falafel, baklava. Fresh cheese curds with tzatziki, halal options.

Fine Dining Soup Destinations

Milwaukee's upscale restaurants offer exceptional soup courses worth the splurge.

Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro

Address: Lake Park Pavilion, Milwaukee (overlooking Lake Michigan)
Website: bartolottas.com/lake-park-bistro
Hours: Dinner nightly 5–9 PM; Sunday brunch 10 AM–2 PM
Signature soup: Baked French Onion Soup with toasted baguette and gratinée Gruyère cheese – $14
Beautiful setting overlooking Lake Michigan. One of premier dining destinations since 1995. Soft lighting, beautifully designed. Price range: $$$–$$$$ (entrées $40–58). Reservations recommended; quieter weekday evenings. Dover sole filleted tableside is signature alongside French onion soup.

The Packing House

Location: Near Lake Michigan and airport
Signature soup: Legendary French Onion Soup—deep, rich beef broth with bubbling cheese crown. Classic steakhouse feel rooted in place. Bar embodies Wisconsin drinking culture. Known for prime rib and steaks.

Milwaukee Steakhouse

Location: Modest brick building, Milwaukee
Signature soup: French Onion Soup (legendary status among Wisconsin soup enthusiasts). Unassuming exterior; classic American dining. Soup arrives with proper ceremony.

Family Planning Quick Reference

Best for Kids

Restaurant Why It Works The Soup Market Cup/bowl flexibility, casual, loud (kid noise welcome) Vientiane Noodle Shop Budget-friendly, quick service, familiar noodles India Garden Spacious booths, mild options, lunch buffet Café Zupas Kids combo, modern fast-casual KPOT Locations Interactive cooking, fun for older kids Benji's Deli Breakfast all day, comfort foods

High Chairs Available

Most casual and family-style restaurants. Call ahead for fine dining.

Best Parking

• Shopping Center Lots: Pho One24, Pho 4 U, Café Zupas (Brookfield)

• Dedicated Lots: The Soup Market (Hales Corners), Botanas, India Garden

• Street Parking: Downtown, East Side, Brady Street (meters end 6 PM and Sundays)

Wheelchair Accessibility Confirmed

• Loup (entrance, parking, restroom, seating)

• India Garden

• Cooper's Hawk - Greenfield

• Café Zupas locations

Vegetarian/Vegan Soup Options

• Dedicated: Riverwest Co-op Café (all vegan)

• Strong options: The Soup Market (daily vegan), Beans and Barley, Tanpopo Ramen, Huế Vietnamese (veggie pho), Chucho's Red Tacos (hibiscus birria)

Price Guide

Symbol Range Example Restaurants $ Under $12 Vientiane Noodle Shop, Real Chili, Riverwest Co-op $$ $12–20 Most pho restaurants, Korean soups, Indian curries $$$ $20–35 Saffron, Room Service, Cooper's Hawk $$$$ $35+ Lake Park Bistro, Morel

Seasonal and Special Events

"Phobruary" – Annual February promotion at participating Vietnamese restaurants including Vientiane Noodle Shop offers specials on pho.

Kegel's Inn Friday Fish Fry – Award-winning, includes soup course. Arrive early.

The Soup Market Soup Notifier – Sign up for email/text alerts when your favorite soups are on the daily menu.

Loup Daily Announcement – Soup of the day posted by 10:45 AM on social media.

Conclusion

Milwaukee's soup landscape spans 75+ destinations across every neighborhood and suburb, from the legendary beer cheese at Milwaukee Brat House to transcendent pho at Vientiane Noodle Shop, Ethiopian stews at Alem Ethiopian Village, and French onion soup at Lake Park Bistro. The greatest concentration of Vietnamese options clusters in Brookfield and West Allis, while the South Side dominates for authentic Mexican soups like pozole and birria. Downtown and the East Side offer the most diversity within walking distance, and dedicated soup houses like The Soup Market and Loup ensure soup-focused dining year-round. Whether seeking a $6 cup of Tom Yum at EE-Sane or a $14 gratinéed masterpiece at Lake Park Bistro, Milwaukee delivers soup excellence across every price point and cuisine tradition.