Great soup place. Love to go there in the fall and winter. It's a must eat place. Need cash to buy the soup, but it is worth it.

I tried the clam chowder. Delicious! $10 for a small. Service was excellent! Ambiance is what you would expect from a small take out restaurant. Lots of variety to choose that is premade in the fridge including Shepard's Pie. read more

I have enjoyed many soups, love beans, the only miss so far was pork pie. It ended up cooking to a fatty mess. The flavor was outstanding. Unfortunately, there were no mashed potatoes inside to lighten the dish. The pie crust was not capable of handling the load of the meat. Half mash and a sturdier crust this would have been a winner. read more

We are traveling from Alabama, we came for clam chowder and were not disappointed! This was a hole-in-the-wall business, offering take home meals and a "soup of the day". I got the lobster roll special, cold lobster on a toasted bun and clam chowder. Delicious! read more

Collins Brothers Chowder - Lobster Roll Special and Clam Chowder - Soup Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

The soup was excellent. There were many soups to choose from. Service was friendly and quick. Prices are reasonable. Parking is a little tricky but worth the effort. I would highly recommend this business for soup and prepared meals. read more

If I could give this place a 9, I would. I have traveled all over the country for work and the first thing I do whent I hit a state is search out the best clam chowder. Over 25 states hit and I have marked this hole in the wall as the best in the nation, hands down. Maine, no, boston, no, San Francisco not close..Its been over 15yrs since ive been there and im still craving the joint! My only wish is that they would ship to California. Owner: Please provide me a way to get that chowder! read more

Sooooooooooo good! Like slap your man goooood! Patiently waiting for them to add the lasagna soup back onto their special menu because that shit is bussssssin! read more

Collins Brothers Chowder - Corn and clam chowdahhhhh. Lasagna was gonnnne because it was that good! Didn't even make it home - Soup Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

Yum, delicious food. Love the haddock and clam chouda' good bread too. Very people for service. Small little space to go into and bring cash

Ridiculously good! I've been looking for a restaurant that actually makes homemade soup. The problem is that every menu writes 'homemade soup' so when you search all these awful places come up with canned or bagged soup. But today I searched and stumbled on 'Collins Brothers chowder'! I drove 40 minutes in a rush-hour downpour but when I arrived it felt like this was the real deal, small storefront, large kitchen people buying more than they could possibly eat in one meal, all good signs, BUT THE PROOF IS IN THE SOUP!I ordered five different varieties, because maybe just the chowder was good and they took shortcuts on everything else like most restaurants do. I opened all five and tested them one at a time, each one was better than the last! I'm sure they've heard the soup Nazi jokes a million times but I've always wondered why no one really made this concept work. I managed a 300 seat family owned restaurant and nightclub so I know the shortcuts that kitchens take and I know authentic when I taste it! I've written one other Yelp review in my life but these guys are that good! Suffice to say, these guys SHOULD be famous! You won't be disappointed! read more

Delicious soups/chowders. I've never tried any of their other foods. The Hungarian Mushroom Soup is liquid gold. I recently started adding about a cup of it to my homemade vegetable soups and OMG it elevated it to another level. Give them a try, they have been around forever and their recipes are solid. -Lisa read more

Lobster roll special and clam chowder for the win!! The lobster was fresh and the roll was toasted. Definitely be back to order from this establishment again. read more

Had the Scandinavian mushroom soup.. twice, it was delicious! Also tried some sort of squash soup a while ago which I also remember thinking was excellent. Definitely want to try more, it's a great place if your a soup person!! read more

Delicious! We ordered the shepherds pie I can't say enough on how good this was it was just like home made! We will be back!

Great food, good service. I haven't been there since the pandemic but I'm sure it's still great.

Soups and chili good? Yes. Worth the price? No. Cheese bread greatly overcooked to the point of being dried out and rubbery. Average soup cup size of 1 chili, 1 soup and small sack of cheese bread: about $30. I'd put it in the category of over rated. read more

Best soup place in existence. I cry when they close for the season, when they open it makes life worth living again

Love v some of their soup but very expensive I hear they do sandwiches I haven tried it yet when I'm rich than I'll try it they need more verifies of soup too. read more

Had the chicken and wild rice.. The charged $15 a quart and They should call the soup Pepper and wild rice..

If you're looking for a fancy shmancy place with linen table cloths, waiter service, and maybe some vino to go with your soup, keep driving. But, if you're willing to overlook the unpretentious exterior and a number of other things, you will find a pretty damn good place to find soup. Collins Brothers Chowder Co is humble little soup shop located not too far from downtown nashua. They offer something like 8-ish soups everyday plus some heat-and-serve meals (pot pie, pot roast, turkey dinner) and one soup for their daily special. Sure I've heard all of their soups are great, but this is flippin New England! My father and I stopped by with the intention of trying some New England clam chowder. We both envoyed our chowder. It was neither pasty nor overly salty. I appreciate how the clams were clearly the star of the soup unlike other places that add a lot of filler (i.e. potatoes). I know clam chowder is supposed to be subtle but I like chowders to have a little more peppers and herbs. Just my preference, though... Also, do spend the extra dollar for a small loaf of bread. I say this not just because I'm a little bit of a fresh bread junkie but also because it was perfect for sopping up that delicious soup. Collins Brothers is 100% takeout so be sure you understand this before stopping by. Its a cozy place without tables and chairs so you will be eating this at home or in your car. And if you are curious about their daily special, it is posted on their website. Tl;DR: Not 5-star soup but still worth stopping by. Grab the bread too. read more

Collins Brothers Chowder - Clam chowder and fresh bread - Soup Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

Been meaning to check this place out given it's strong reputation. Walked in today, got some Chowda and Hungarian mushroom. OMG their soup is #DIVINE. The Mushroom especially has an amazing flavor. Place is busy, people there are super nice. Definitely going to frequent more often, starting with a pre-order of lobster bisque for next week. Yum Yum stuff!! read more

I've tasted better soup at the airport. It tasted like it came from a can that's been on the back shelf for the past 5 years. Pass on this one. read more

Every soup is delicious, you can't eat inside but I don't care. I've tried the clam chowder, Tuscan veggie, chili, chicken noodles/ rice, Italian wedding and they are all super delicious. Nothing like having a warm bowl of soup of a chilly day. Only complaint I have is there not open everyday all day I don't think I've tasted a better chicken and rice or chicken and noodle EVER read more

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Every soup they sell is top notched, homemade and loaded with fresh ingredients. The warm bread is to die for and on Fridays they have cheese on it. read more

I had just moved to the New England area when I tried this place. I already loved clam chowder, but had no idea there were so many different ways it was prepared. The seafood chowder and the original clam chowder were my favorites. Very flavorful and hearty. Perfect for the winter. Definitely would eat here again. read more

A little hole in the wall that you would pass right by if you didn't know any better. I'm kind of shocked none of the other reviews mentioned that this is CARRY OUT only. I walked in expecting a table (I admit I didn't read all the reviews) and was met by a line. It was small, so not a big deal. I kept looking for a menu for something other than chowder or soup as many reviews talked about the lobster rolls. When I asked, apparently they won't have lobster rolls until the spring (is that when fresh lobster is in season?). Fine. I'd rather not have canned lobster if a place is committing to only serve fresh, in season food. So I got a pint of clam chowder: thick, creamy, chunks of tender clams, perfectly cooked potato pieces... Probably the best clam chowder I've ever had. I also picked up a shepherds pie. They have a cooler with pot pies, pot roast dinners, shepherds pie, etc. My shepherds pie seemed homemade and fresh Friendly staff; quick and efficient service. Just don't expect a table. read more

Collins Brothers Chowder - Clam chowder - Soup Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

Great variety of soups. Corn chowder is excellent, love the ratio of corn, potatoes, and bacon. Hungarian Mushroom is my favorite- lots of mushrooms, creamy, and flavorful. read more

Excellent chowder! Takeout only, no dine in. Worth it! Cash only. A high quality small business to support

Easily the best bowl of clam chowder I have eaten (and I have tried quite a few). This little hole in the wall place next to a divey convenience store is an absolute gem. A couple things to note. First it is cash only. Second there is only a single chair against a wall, so you won't be eating there. That being said, I ate my chowder in the car and it was a great lunch. It was smooth and not too heavy. A lot of the chowders that I have in New England are too doughy from the roux or too gritty. This bowl had none of that. Thank you to Yelp reviewers for helping me to find this place. I travel out of Massachusetts via MHT often and this will become my lunch stop every time. read more

Best. Soup. Ever. It's a few blocks from the Nashua Public Library, heading away from Main Street. It's a small storefront on the right. Sortof like the infamous "soup nazi" episode on Seinfeld. You order the soup and take it home, since there are no tables. Note also that the hours are limited and are listed on the website. My current faves are Hungarian Mushroom, Corn and Bacon Chowder and any of the "fish" chowder specials. They also have heat-and-serve meals like meatloaf and shepherd's pie. I also liked the chili, although *technically* "Texas Style" shouldn't have beans and theirs does. read more

Collins Brothers Chowder - 59 Temple Street - Soup Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

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You must try this place. Bring cash. No cards. Parking is generally available in front. The soups available to heat and eat in the fridge but the hot soup to go is your best choice. Go Friday for fish chowder. Very good. read more

This place makes me think of the "Soup Nazi". It's a very tiny place with long lines, but the line moves very quickly. There is always a good variety of soup with a chowder as well. It is strictly take-out and cash only. This time I got the Hungarian Mushroom soup and also the Clam Chowder. Both were very good. The only downside is the hours. They are open very limited hours, so check before you go. read more

Just as good as legal seafoods but you don't have to wait to order you get it right when you asked for it read more

Collins Brothers Chowder - Only open October to March. Menu. - Soup Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

There's a reason why there is a limited menu and the store has limited hours...and that is because it's hands down the best chowder you are going to find in the area. If you are thinking, "I wonder if it's really worth it to go? Are these reviews just being too nice?" Nope. It's that good. Just go. read more

If you want soup or chowder Collins Brothers is high quality at affordable prices great lunch and friendly staff J Law

Amazing soup, feels like Mama's cooking. Service is homestyle and comfortable and very welcoming.

This soup in famous in Nashua. Everyone awaits the seasonal opening in September because this is the best soup and chowder you'll ever have. It IS a cash only, takeout only little hole in the wall in a slightly seedy neighborhood (no shade, I lived right around the corner for 7 years) so if you're looking for fine dining instead of excellent food, go somewhere else. Actually, buy soup here, then go somewhere else. Every ingredient is fresh, the broths are seasoned to perfection, and the seafood and clam chowders are FULL of actual seafood, not just potatoes. The prices are fantastic as well. $7 for a pint of the best soup you'll ever have? With fresh lobster, fish, and clams? The owners and staff are also extremely friendly. One day when they were getting ready to close for the summer, they stood outside GIVING AWAY their ice cream cups to kids in the neighborhood. They are the nicest sweetest people who always have a smile on their face. They go above and beyond to make their customers happy. read more

Finally made it to Collins Brothers Chowder! Seems that whenever I've tried to stop in previously, they've been closed for the season or were just on their normal days off. I'm glad I persisted--this is some great soup! I ordered a pint of the Tuscan Country Vegetable and couldn't drive to my destination fast enough to avoid the torture of smelling this great soup sitting beside me every painfully slow mile of the way. The staff is pleasant, efficient and happy. I can't wait to go back again and again, working my way through their menu selections. If all their offerings are as good as the Tuscan Country Vegetable, I may be forced to ignore my shellfish allergy and lactose intolerance and try a pint of the Clam Chowder! read more

Soups are Awesome !!! Don't miss out. You can't go wrong. Your in and out in a few mins. A well oiled machine.

I need to start off by saying in general I don't like soup. Periodically (usually during the winter months) I will want some but mostly I think of soup as a hot watery mess. Enter Collin's Brothers. I happened to have a craving for soup one day and stopped by after work to pick up a quart for dinner. I chose Hungarian Mushroom and added some wild black trumpet mushrooms I picked (dried and tastes like smoky cheddar cheese). It was as if I had never had soup before and I needed to try more. The next week I had their seafood chowder and then last week I got cheddar broccoli. 20 minutes ago I got home with their Saturday special frank and beans and was not disappointed except that I thought it was a little too sweet with brown sugar. Even with that though I would definitely get it again. Be aware they have limited hours and only take cash but walk through their doors and you will be hooked for all seasons. read more

Great selection of soups that are made fresh daily. They do sell out so don't wait too long to go get your soup! They have some great sides like garlic bread and some ready to heat comfort food meals. Friendly staff, very helpful. read more