10+ Cozy Charleston soup spots to warm your soul

From creamy chowders to hearty broths, these local favorites will keep you toasty all season long.

A white bowl of she grab soup garnished with green herbs on top of white plate with a silver utensil on the side paired with a pink cocktail.

She-crab soup is a classic, and who wouldn’t want a bowl of some that’s award-winning?

Photo provided by 82 Queen.

With chilly weather and winter in full swing, it’s safe to say we are officially in soup season. Keep reading for 12 spots to grab a bowl of soup that feels like a warm hug. If your go-to soup spot didn’t make the list, let the team know.

82 Queen | One of the menu items this downtown favorite is known for is its award-winning she-crab soup. It’s been voted Charleston City Paper’s “Best She-Crab Soup” more than 15 times.

Magnolias | On the menu here, you’ll find a delicious blue crab bisque. Or, try the creamy tomato bisque to keep you cozy.

Five Loaves Cafe | With locations in Mount Pleasant and Summerville, this spot offers daily house-made soups listed on their special boards. Past offerings have included Mexican chicken chili, butternut squash, and lentil soup.

Jack of Cups Saloon | This Folly Beach favorite serves unique soups like pumpkin curry coconut, sweet potato + kale, and the loaded soup.

Santi’s | This spot offers a variety of soups that take your taste buds on a journey. We heard great things about the Mama’s Specialty Soup, a chicken soup with beef-filled tortillas.

Gaulart + Maliclet — Fast and French | Pair your choice of soup with a baguette at this French-inspired eatery. Options include the Soup du Jour and creamy broccoli soup. They even offer chilled soup options for those warmer winter days.

Hachiya Ramen | Choose your adventure, there’s pork, spicy, and vegetable broth, and a boatload of options to fill your bowl. Whatever you choose will pair perfectly with the thin, wavy noodles.

Tommy Condon’s Irish Pub | This spot is a go-to for hearty soups, such as Irish potato chowder, Guinness beef stew, and roasted red pepper gouda bisque.

Ladles | A soup lover’s dream — this restaurant is dedicated to homemade soups. We recommend the Greek lemon chicken soup.

LOLA | At this Cajun eatery, enjoy a crab + corn chowder paired with their signature praline cornbread for a perfect meal.

Hannibal’s Kitchen | Visit this downtown staple to savor their okra soup, a comforting Lowcountry classic.

Chef Loong Dim Sum | Located in West Ashley, this spot offers plenty of soup options for a chilly day, such as pork wonton, egg drop, hot and sour soup, and several varieties of soup dumplings.

Myles and Jun Yakitori | Head to this Summerville spot for dinner and enjoy Miso soup, clam soup, or one of their ramen noodle options.

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