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    The Soup Kitchen

    4.1 (61 reviews)
    InexpensiveSoup, Desserts, Sandwiches
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Linda and Lana
    Kenneth B.

    Stopped off at this little off-the-wall place called the soup kitchen the food looks good. The soup is good. I'm laying and Lena helped me as well too and the ambience is like a little old suit. Kitchen looks really cute. Something that I would definitely recommend a very local type place if people would hear also amazing too, and I have to try the carrot cake. The carrot cake was really good. I would recommend that it's warmed up though but all

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    Lindsay H.

    What a quaint local spot! Many people recommended this to my family as a must-try mom and pop stop. In a small building near the hospital, there is menu signage outside as well as an outdoor pickup window. Inside, you will find a fast moving, cafeteria-esque line where you can order your soup, dessert, breads, sandwiches, and a drink cup (self-serve soda and tea around the corner). The decor is country cozy with lots of knick knacks and antiques displayed as well as lots of Oak Ridge-specific historical signage. The soups are homemade and hot and the breads huge and so dang soft! We didn't try the desserts but better believe that's on the list for next time. My husband ordered the fiesta chicken, I tried the red skin potato, and we split a cheese bread. We moved down the order line and everything was stacked on our trays, which we were handed upon payment at the end of the line. Hubby liked his soup and I liked the consistency of mine. Both just really needed some salt and seasonings. The cheese bread was amazing. Looking forward to trying some of the other breads, along with a sandwich and some of the chili with fritos and cheese (heck yes!). I ordered a sick friend veggie soup and a white roll, which was well-packaged and she really enjoyed the taste of all.

    Justin H.

    As my prior reviews have noted, this is one of the oldest restaurants in Oak Ridge. An institution in itself. That said, the quality of the soup and service has declined in recent times. It's okay. But, the quality could be much better. Still, I think everyone should check out Soup Kitchen (at least once) if you're in Oak Ridge because it's so quirky.

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    Jeanette C.

    I think this will be my new lunch location in Oak Ridge! There were plenty of customers ordering to-go meals and dining in...the employees kept the lining moving and made the process easy to order. I was expecting my food to take a while considering the meals ahead of me, but it was fast and super hot! The food was delicious and my husband loved his Reuben sandwich.

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    Day M.

    Best soup in town! I hadn't been to the Soup kitchen since before the pandemic. I forgot how good it is. If you want a variety of great soup choices, a cool vintage environment , great breads, and desserts, PLEASE visit the Soup Kitchen. It's like a little museum.

    Reuben and cajun red beans
    Larry V.

    Cozy little kitchen, with about a dozen soups and sandwiches. Price for a full sammie and bowl of soup with drink and chips, is about $9. I had cajun red beans, with lots of beans, rice, and meats. My sammie was a Reuben which was a bit different than the normal, but on great bread with a delicious kraut and sauce. My wife had potato cheddar, with nice size chunks of potato. She also got a philly which she really liked. Drinks were coca cola products, tea, coffee, water, milk. We didnt try their fresh breads which looked fabulous. My wife got a slice of cake with nuts on top. Only negative thing I will mention is that a near by customer who waited too long for their sandwich till their soup was cold. She reminded staff several times and settled for a sammie different from what she ordered just to eat. Also parking seems limited. Food is tasty...stop by.

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    10 years ago

    Today I had a chicken tamale with chili and cheese bread. It was very good and very fresh. Would definitely go back.

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    11 years ago

    A fun spot to check out and a local favorite. Soups are homemade and the bread is delish.

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    12 years ago

    Excellent meal of soup and a sandwich at a reasonable. Nice atmosphere friendly people. FINE coconut cream pie. WOW

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    14 years ago

    I worked at Soup K over twenty years ago in high school. It hasn't changed a bit! We always drop in whenever we visit town.

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    11 years ago

    Friendly staff and amazing food choices! Very down-home feeling as if you're at your mother's table eating!

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    15 years ago

    yum all i can say is yum.but dont expect low prices.if you go get the french onion soup with cheese bread. not too expensive

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