As the weather gets even colder, there is no better way to warm up than with a big cup of soup! Overland Park's restaurant scene offers everything from traditional broths to bold and spicy soups from around the globe. If you're looking to try a new soup, these five spots should be at the top of your list.
Anousone at Strang Hall: Beef Pho
This southeast Asian meal is a must-try at any time of year. If you’re on a hunt for a good winter soup, place an order for the Beef Pho at Anousone inside Strang Hall. The dish features rice noodles, fresh herbs and beef in an aromatic ginger broth. They top it with cilantro, bean sprouts and chili sauce, which adds a delicious spice to the soup. It's the perfect thing to share on a cold winter night, and it's also gluten-free!
Taco Naco KC: Mexican Red Pozole Soup
Get cozy with a nice, warm bowl of Mexican Red Pozole Soup from Taco Naco KC in Downtown Overland Park! This pleasantly spicy, hearty soup has a zesty pork hominy base with guajillo chili broth. It's topped with cilantro, white onions and red cabbage, and comes with a side of radishes and fresh corn tortillas. You can order a 16 oz. bowl for yourself, or go with the 32 oz. bowl and share with family and friends!
YaYa's Euro Bistro: House Soup
If you’re looking for a soup with a Mediterranean or European flair, Yaya’s Euro Bistro in Corbin Park is the place to go. Their signature House Soup is warm, filling and bursting with flavor. It’s made with wood-grilled chicken, tomato broth, zucchini, yellow squash, and saffron orzo pasta. Served in generous portions, this is the perfect hot soup for a cold day.
Gert's Grille: Creamy Potato Bacon Soup
With this one, you can eat the soup and the bowl too! All of the soups at Gert's Grille can be made in a bread bowl, and the Creamy Potato Bacon Soup is so popular that they named their wi-fi after it! It's made with creamy chunks of potato and bacon and topped with shredded cheddar. It's perfect if you're searching for comfort food in Overland Park, plus the ambiance of the restaurant was made for cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs!
J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood: Maryland Crab Bisque
Seafood lovers, this one's for you. The Maryland Crab Bisque at J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood is a mainstay on the menu and for good reason. It starts with a creamy crab base with minced vegetables and spices that bring a subtle heat, and is topped with fresh crab and chopped cilantro. They prepare the soup tableside, giving you a unique dining experience that you won't find anywhere else.
So grab your spoon and get out there and celebrate National Soup Month this January! With these five delicious soups in Overland Park, you're sure to find something that hits the spot on a cold winter day.
