Oh man, this location blows the Chino Hills one out of the water! I actually just found out that this is where the fresh food comes from and they provide it to the Chino Hills location This one just seems so much more modern, open, and it's much more spacious The food is super fresh and they do a really good job refilling it with hot batches Shout out to Nicholas, best server ever! read more

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Glad to have some soup and salad location again. PLEASE open one in Summerlin Las Vegas, NV. Everyone out here misses Sweet Tomatoes/Soup Plantation. The salad items were very fresh with good choices. The solos and pastas were also very good with good choices. The ambiance was nice and they did a good job of frequently clearing trays and dirty dishes. Oops, forgot to take pics read more

I miss Souplantation!!! And this place definitely satisfies my craving/nostalgia. Dare I even say that some of their items taste better than the OG??? My friend thinks some things taste better. I thought their soups are saltier but good if you top your baked potato with the soups, without needing extra seasoning. I thought their soft serve machine was better. The blueberry muffins were yummy! This definitely was a great stop after Coachella, to replenish the veggies our diet lacked while being there. read more

I've been wanting to try this out for the nostalgia of Souplantation and was especially excited for the cornbread and whipped honey butter that I used to really like. Setup and menu items are pretty much identical. You have your long salad bar to start, then a soup section, the baked goods area, and the middle with your random assortment of fruits, ice cream, drinks, etc. Salad options were as good as I remembered them to be. I think they might've changed the noodles in the chicken noodle soup, as well as the potatoes in the clam chowder because I don't remember them tasting that way but it's also been a really long time. Tasted pretty standard though. Was honestly disappointed in the baked goods items though. Cornbread and whipped honey butter did not hit the same and was pretty dry/bland, as with the brownies and blueberry muffins. The cheese bread was the best baked item for me. Ice cream was definitely nostalgic. Overall, a fair experience for the nostalgia. Didn't hit quite like it used to but may come back later at some point to try again. Our used dishes on the table were taken away very quickly, so we never had much clutter on our table. read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

Everything was pretty solid but as an avid souplantation person, for some reason it didn't hit the same. All the components were there though, the classic clam chowder, chicken noodle soup, pizza bread, pastas, salad bar. All good! We did notice that the muffins (corn, blueberry & chocolate were a bit dry). But everything else was very solid! All were well done but the recipes did taste a little different. A bit too far from me to make the trek out for it but when in the area, a nice choice. Ambiance looks the same as the souplantation previously and service is about the same too. read more

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Who does not miss Souplantation?! I heard Soup 'n Fresh opened and I had to stop by. Upon stepping in, I was transported back in time. It is exactly the same. Parking was difficult to find and it was a full house during lunch time. Price was around $16.99 per adult and fountain drink was about $3 ish. With tax it is over $20 per adult. The layout is the same. Grab the tray, get the salad, pay, find a seat, go back and get some bread and soup. Or course I went back to try all the soups they offered. I find quality to be the same too. I wish they open a location near me. Hope I can stop by again! read more

My husband and I came here on a trip to big bear. As huge fans of souplantation when it was open, we loved soup n fresh. The nostalgia of feeling like we were back in 2018 eating at souplantation when we were dating was such a nice feeling. They have a lot of similar dishes, the salad bar doesn't have as much options as souplantation does but I cannot complain about soup n fresh at all. Everything was delicious. We weren't aware of there being a long line when we got there and again, not an issue but be aware of that when going. We waited about an hour on a Saturday around 7 pm read more

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This place is just like Souplantation from back in the day. It's a self serve buffet of soups and salads. You go in and get yourself a plate and walk down the lane and gather your salads, veggies, pastas, soups and baked potatoes. Then you go pay and then find yourself a seat and enjoy your food. The highlights for me was the chicken noodle soup, clam chowder, cheese pizza and Chinese chicken salad with corn, peas and egg whites and honey mustard dressing. Every time I leave the table for refills my plates are removed from the table so that's nice to come back to a clean table. The place is clean but seats are not as comfortable. Coke by and check them out. They also have a location in Chino Hills off the 71. read more

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I remember Sweet Tomato in NorCal, and Souplantation in SoCal. Now Soup 'n Fresh is bringing everyone together for a nostalgic experience. The set up and layout is pretty much identical. Build your own salad bar, pay, be seated, then eat or grab more food! I always grab more food before I start eating. Baked potatoes, pizza slices, small muffins, honey butter, pasta, an assortment of soups to choose from (my favorite part), plenty of toppings (shredded cheese, sour cream, butter, green onions, tortilla chips, and soup & oyster crackers + more) fruits, dessert, soft serve....it's all there. There's always long wait, so be prepared to stand in line for a while. Enjoy! read more

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Finally went to check this place out this morning, hoping Superbowl Sunday would be less busy! Got there right at opening at 10:30am and there was already a line, but made it inside only 15 minutes later so not too bad (I've seen other people had to wait up to 40 minutes at opening). The Souplantation vibes right off the bat were perfect. The salad bar was almost identical. It was missing a few items, but had everything else down to the tuna taragon (which they perfectly replicated on taste) and wonton chicken salad (this unfortunately wasn't quite the same. it was missing the dressing and was much more muted in flavor. a bit bland). They had almost all of the same soups and pastas. The chili was good. The broccoli cheddar was coagulated and wouldn't recommend. The coveted chicken noodle tasted the same, however didn't have those THICK Souplantation noodles. Still good! The pizza bread, delicious. Cornbread was good. The blueberry muffins were good but a little muted in flavor as well. They tasted almost the same, but just not quite full flavor as Souplantation. Whipped honey butter still amazing! The ice cream was still yummy. They didn't have any toppings at this location though! No sprinkles or Oreo crumbs. And they had full size cones instead of the mini. Overall, a good experience! Probably a 7.5/8 compared to the OG but thankful it's an option! read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

Soup n' Fresh is a great spot if you're craving soups and comfort food. It reminds me of the old Fresh Choice / Sweet Tomatoes / Soup Plantation days--in the best way. There's plenty of room to sit and relax, a solid yogurt selection, and a wide variety of soups that actually feel homemade and satisfying. It's simple, comforting, and hits the spot when you want something warm and easy. If you live near Covina, this place is definitely worth the visit. read more

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Soup N Fresh definitely makes me miss Souplantation--in the best way. The food is good, everything looks fresh, and there's a nice variety to choose from. You can tell they put effort into keeping the ingredients well stocked and appealing. The people working there are friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. The overall vibe is comfortable and nostalgic if you were a Souplantation fan. The only downside is the wait time. Waiting over 1.5 hours is pretty rough and takes away from an otherwise great experience. If they can improve the wait or seating process, this would easily be a 5-star spot. Still worth checking out if you're craving a fresh, salad-bar style meal. read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

If you're craving a spot that delivers fresh, flavorful soups, crisp salads, delicious bakery items, and mouth watering pastas. This spot is a gem worth bookmarking and captures the spirit of the former Souplantations. Think cozy comfort food with quality ingredients, perfect for lunch or relaxed dinner. The soup lines change frequently from rich creamy classics to bright broth based bowls that hit the spot! Don't forget the salads with vibrant greens and plenty of toppings with delicious dressings make it easy to build a meal that feels healthy and indulgent. Don't skip the baked goods that include focaccia, cornbread, and sourdough breads that elevate the whole experience . The pastas are also amazing and mouthwatering and will round your meal and add a comforting touch. This spot definitely succeeded our expectations and warrants return visits! We'll definitely be back! read more

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Back here once again to start off the New Year! There was a long line today but I got inside in 30 mins which is the fastest I waited. Food is solid and salad is fresh. The soups are always consistent and feel my heart with warmth. read more

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Walking into Soup n' Fresh feels like stepping into a very welcome throwback. The restaurant is sparkling clean and the whole setup brings back that comforting salad and soup buffet experience that's surprisingly hard to find these days. Everything I tried was fresh and really flavorful, which made it dangerously easy to keep going back for "just one more" bowl or plate. Self control is definitely helpful here because the food is so tasty and the variety makes you want to try everything. If you enjoy building your own salad masterpiece and pairing it with a warm bowl of soup, Soup n' Fresh is absolutely worth checking out. read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

Came on 5:30pm Saturday. Wasn't really busy but it was WAYYY busier at 6:30pm. The food was better than what I remembered from Souplanation. Instead of bagged soups, it was tastier fresh made, with meat bones soup. Pastas were unexpectedly really good! Zucchini was my favorite vegetable, so crisp and fresh! Carrots were also really fresh too. My favorite soup was the Pozole! I never would have thought I would like something more than the Clam Chowder. There was pork bones and tons of hominy in there. I went back to the salad line to top the Pozole with some (red) cabbage. I dont remember Souplanation having this soup but glad its here. When it isnt really busy, the bakery is so thoughtful. There was a crispier pizza/cheese bread in the front. Gooey, softer breads in the back! During busy times, you dont see this at all. I really respect trying to give folks different textures. Differences with Souplanation: * Muffins are square shaped, no muffin top crispy bottoms any more! However, there is crispy edges all around now. * Caesar salad and asian wonton salad not as dressed as I remember Ended the meal with a brownie (really good!) with ice cream. read more

If you're old enough to remember dining chains like Soup Plantation or Soup Exchange (around the late '80s?), you have the basic idea behind Soup 'n Fresh. Dine on a variety of salad, soup, pasta, bread, and dessert selections in a buffet-style setting. From my understanding, there is usually a wait to enter, but we visited on a weekday prior to the lunch rush and were immediately granted access. The bussing staff is efficient and friendly, continually surveying the eating area and quickly clearing tables of used plates and debris. Similarly, the food service areas are well-maintained to ensure spills and garnish droppings/drippings are cleaned up quickly, as well. Prices are typical for a buffet - even if the selection is limited primarily to salads and soups. If seeking a wide variety of different main course proteins, this probably not the place for you; however, the salad ingredients, dressings, and soups available appear to be made with quality ingredients. A senior discount is also available for older folks. I probably wouldn't travel to Soup 'n Fresh again if not in the area (as it is several cities away - about a 20-minute drive by freeway), but I would love to see one open closer to my residence. If you like salads and soups, this restaurant should be on your short list of places to check out. read more

Soup 'n Fresh - A few of the many salad, soup, and pastry selections available for you to sample. - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

This is my second time visiting this location. If you're local, try to go on weekdays instead. We initially tried to come on the weekend, and the line was out of hand. It was so long!!! I also forgot to write a review during my first visit. So we just came back a couple of days ago on a weekday, and the line was manageable. We even made it to the lunch pricing! YAY! Even though the parking lot is vast, during peak hours, parking can be a pain to find. Parking is always half the battle; the other half is waiting in line. Again, it wasn't too bad on a weekday, but we still had to wait out there for some time. It's literally like what all the Yelpers are saying, it's the old Souplantation vibe. You come in, get a plate of salad or two, pay for your entrance fee and a drink if you choose, and a staff member will help you find a table. Once you're seated, eat the salad, or you're free to roam and grab soups, pasta, potatoes, pizzas, muffins, fruits, and/or ice creams. The staff members we've encountered were all friendly and very prompt in greeting, seating, and clearing the table. Other patrons were also generally courteous. The dining experience inside is very nostalgic for Souplantation. My favorite soup was the cream of mushrooms. I tried the cheddar broccoli, house chili, and the clam chowder as well. The soups were decent, except for the clam chowder, which lacked flavor. I love topping my soups with extra bacon bits and shredded cheese! The pasta and pizza slices were very decent. This place is perfect for families! read more

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Several years ago I went to my first and only time to the Soup Plantation in Arcadia. The place was dull and the food didn't look fresh and tasted boring. I had thought about going to Soup 'N Fresh for some time and a friend suggested going there and I said alright. The restaurant was open, airy and clean . All the salad selections looked fresh and tasted fresh, with a lot to choose from. They had a good selection of soup and I chose clam chowder it was so good I went back for seconds. There were muffins, cornbread rolls, pizza bread and on and on. Fresh fruit and soft serve ice cream. Worlds better than the old Soup Plantation. Will definitely go back. read more

WHY I CAME HERE? My eldest daughter and I had dined at Soup 'n Fresh in Chino Hills recently. I wanted to come support them at their Rancho Cucamonga location. So here we are for a late dinner one hour before closing time on a Tuesday night... FOOD / DRINK / DESSERT: It appears their salad bar had one side, but then again, it looked like the other side was closed off at the time. Great selections of fresh ingredients... I got green leaf, spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, green/red/yellow bell peppers, beets, egg, sunflower seeds plus more. Lots of veggies and toppings! Tip... put all greens on one plate and all toppings on another plate... it's one gigantic salad! You don't have to return for more LOL. Several dressings to choose from. I went with housemade ranch and thousand island... good choices! Various soups to choose from. Clam chowder looked a tad thick so I didn't get it. I went with bone broth chicken noodle soup and cream of mushroom. Both were very good! Hot and tasty! Mac n cheese, spaghetti, and penne pasta (all with no meat) were available. I didn't get any because they were quite bland at the other location so I skipped them here. Garlic bread, cheese pizza, 3 kinds of corn breads, and french baguette were offered. I tried the chocolate corn bread, french baguette, and cheese pizza... they were decent. Dessert bar had limited fruits, jello, pudding, tapioca, granola, soft serve vanilla and chocolate, and a few other items. Got the vanilla soft serve with some toppings... it looked smooth, but it tasted slightly icy which I thought was weird. Upon payment, you'll be asked if you want coffee, tea, soda (blue cup) or water (clear cup). Buffet cost does not include any non-water beverage. It will cost you an extra $3.79 per cup. Water is free! Pricing on 11/05/2025 (subject to change): Adult lunch from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM @ $17.99 Adult dinner from 4:00 PM to Close @ $19.99 Senior 55+ discount gets $2.00 off the adult price Children from 4 to 8 @ $9.99 Children from 9 to 12 @ $11.99 Children 3 & Under for FREE STAFF / SERVICE: We were greeted by a young lady upon entry. She directed us to the salad line and informed us to pay after getting our salad. We then saw a sign that indicates "Please Seat Yourself". Cool! Overall staff was very friendly and attentive. Thank you! INTERIOR / AMBIANCE: Bright and clean interior. Temperature was fair. It felt very cozy as the ceiling was low like in a ranch style house. Great space with lots of bench style and tables/chairs seatings. Well kept and maintained buffet stations. We didn't use the restrooms, but assumed they are available. EXTERIOR / PARKING: Exterior was okay. Free parking available in the Thomas Winery Plaza where this Soup 'n Fresh is located. RECOMMEND THIS PLACE? For sure, we will be back for more fresh salads and tasty soups! read more

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I like this place. They have new location in chino hills I have been told . Limit lettuce prefer veggies and soup and fruit at the end Had a very hard time coming due to long lines But I now come at 4. 4 is when price goes dinner price vs lunch price Also if you come on Wednesday. You get to walk right in Very friendly staff. Nothing not to Like. All good They have added more flavor to food I don't crave heavy food. This is best. Must try Thank you to staff and owner. After Covid. Impossible to get a good restaurant This is different read more

Somehow it surpassed my high expectations! $17.99 isn't too bad for the variety of salad items and it's EXACTLY like the OG Souplantation that was here but some things are even better. Tasted some hints of Garlic in the Mac and Cheese and focaccia that tasted superior to the previous. Overall great options and it's Nostalgia for the Souplantation diehards out there. read more

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Finally had the patience to wait in line for my beloved souplantation! Yes I'm still going to keep calling it that. Got here on a Sunday afternoon and waited exactly 1 hour and 10 mins. It was worth it. The quick coffee run to klatch coffee helped. So shoutout to them. It's exactly how I remembered it! Loved the wide variety of fresh salads, soups, pastas, pizza, and desserts. My favorite is the chicken noodle and chilli! Great staff and unbeatable value. read more

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I truly cannot describe how amazing it is to have this place back open! I am so grateful that this place is extremely similar to the original soup plantation I mean straight down to the chicken noodle broth. The place is clean. It looks exactly the same way as it did when it was soup plantation and the service is great. They're constantly clearing plates. The people are nice they're friendly. I asked about a refill for chicken noodle soup and the manager said it was coming right up! It is a $20 flat fee so I didn't get the lunch price today but I'm OK with that. I ate 20 bucks worth of food anyways. we will be back! read more

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Not bad for a budget buffet, basically the exact same as a souplantation. When we came on a weekend lunch, this place was totally packed and we waited in line for about an hour. The whole format is the same where you get your plate of salad first, pay, and then they'll lead you to your seat where you can then get your soups, flatbreads, fruit, and ice cream. The salad bar was really clean and all the veggies were really good. I would recommend getting two plates of salad so you don't have to go back and get more. I kept loading up on the clam chowder since that was made pretty well. I also did enjoy the muffins with their whipped honey butter. Those who need to hit their protein goals, chicken noodle soup is probably the best option. The price came to be around $21 after tax, which I guess is not bad. I feel like this is more of a vegetarian's dream spot and seemed like people were basically dining here because it was nostalgic to relive their childhood memories. However, this wasn't worth waiting more than 15 min... and with really good asian food around the area, I would probably just skip out if the line got too long. Quality was still good at the end of the day. read more

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Definitely a souplantation dupe. Format is the same and most of the food quality is the same. The only thing really different is the ice cream/yogurt quality is not as good as how souplantation used to be. This was more like an icey texture compared to what used to be creamy. It was $42 total after taxes for 2 people all you can eat with no drinks. They definitely have newer soda machines now, but I do not like how there is no tea bags out for people to pick their flavor. You have to ask the cashier which is very inconvenient. The quality of the soups was very good. We came on a Friday afternoon and everything was fully stocked and fresh. The soups was not too salty which was VERY good!! I am glad they don't oversalt it! A lot of older folks are grateful for that. Please keep it that way. read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

Finally tried Soup and Fresh because yes... we all miss Souplantation and we're all chasing that salad bar nostalgia. The concept is identical. The same cafeteria-style flow. Grab your tray, load up on salads and hot items, then pay and find your seat. Even the menu and pricing structure feel very familiar. The only noticeable difference is the slightly updated color scheme. My wife and I waited about 30 minutes on a Saturday afternoon, which honestly isn't bad considering everyone else is also trying to relive 2020. Now let's talk taste. While everything looks like Souplantation, flavor-wise it's just a little off from the original. The cornbread (which I used to love) was a bit dry and not quite as sweet or moist as I remember. The soups were solid, not bad at all, but not "wow." My favorite chili soup didn't have that same deep, rich flavor the OG had. That said... it's still good. Think of it like wearing a dupe of an expensive cologne. Is it exactly the same? No. But is it close enough that you'll still rock it? Absolutely. read more

We stopped by Soup 'n Fresh for lunch recently and it was a pretty good experience. If you're planning to dine in during the weekend, be prepared for at least a 40-50 minute wait. We arrived around 12pm on a Sunday and had to wait just about 50 minutes before we got inside. Lunch is $17.99 for adults and dinner is a few dollars more, which is quite reasonable. The salad bar has a good variety of options including salad mixes, various types of vegetables and salad toppings. The quality of the different ingredients were good and the buffet area was clean and well organized. I liked the layout of this location, as it was spacious, well-lit, and a pleasant environment. Beyond the salad bar, there's a number of soup options, a few pasta dishes, breads/pizzas, along with fruit, soft serve, and drinks. This wasn't our first time visiting, but I enjoyed the salad options along with the mac n cheese. The two soups I tried (beef chili and lentil with veggies) were lacking a bit in flavor, but still hearty and tasty. I didn't try any fruit or dessert this time, but was satisfied with the meal and overall value. Service was mostly attentive and alright, as the restaurant was quite busy with multiple large parties, but no complaints. Overall, a solid lunch spot for a good value and healthy meal with a variety of salads and soups. I'm not sure how the dinner options are, and would be curious to try it out in the future. I really wish we had a similar version in the SF Bay Area, but it's worth visiting if you're traveling to SoCal or staying nearby. read more

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I'm very impressed with this place! We were wanting soups and salad, so we decided to drive out from Pasadena to try Soup 'n Fresh. Soup 'n Fresh is located in a large shopping mall, so parking was easy to find. We waited about 15-20 minutes in line before we got inside. The pricing is $17.99 per adult before 4:00 PM (lunch) and $19.99 per adult after 4:00 PM (dinner). This place is very reminiscent of Souplantation. The set up and offerings here are almost identical (and, dare I say, even better). The salads were fresh and crisp. The pastas were tasty and cooked in small batches so nothing sits out for too long. The soups were so comforting and yummy to have on a cold day. My personal favorites were the classic clam chowder and the cream of mushroom soup. The cheesy garlic bread is so good on its own and dipped in the soups. I definitely ate my money's worth in all areas! The hospitality here is exceptional. Everyone we interacted with was so friendly. I also noticed that the workers here regularly wiped down the counters and picked up stray food. I will definitely be back! read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Mac and Cheese and creamy Alfredo pasta - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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Came all the way from Santa Clarita to try this upgraded (former Souplantation) place out! We used to religiously frequent the Valencia Town Center and Porter Ranch locations of Souplantation before the pandemic so hearing we were close (enough) to a similar experience, we had to try it all these later and... it didn't disappoint! We did have to wait in line about 40+ minutes (2pm on a Saturday) to be sat but the pacing at the salad bar was incredible (since we were staged by front desk) and everything was very tidy/organized. Food was exactly as I remember (added bonus: bell red & yellow bell peppers at the salad bar!) and someone was by to remove finished plates on the regular. Will definitely be back, either when passing through town or when we need our next fix! read more

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If you ever had Souplantation, this is basically it except a rebrand. Food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. The nostalgia I felt after eating was ughhhh yes ! It was a straight walk in and no wait, probably because it's a weekday and it's been a while since this location had opened so it's not as busy. It CAN get busy though, just not today. You can see my photos and videos to see the selection. I only ever get this when I come up because it's too far for me but it's the only location that is the closest to me so I make sure I come on an empty stomach. It was $17.99 for an adult so it's worth the price because it's AYCE. The bussers are very quick with cleaning the table up, everytime I left to get more food I come back to a clean table. read more

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Came here recently on a weekday afternoon a couple weeks ago and I was pleasantly surprised to find that there was not a crazy long line outside. At first I thought perhaps the service has gotten bad and they are losing customers, but not the case. We were just lucky and it was just not a crowded day. Perhaps, the crowd was out holiday shopping, but good for us. To no surprise, the service has actually gotten better. The buffet counters were super clean and all the salad and topping selections were extra fresh. I was happy to get my favorite clam chowder and mushroom soup, which were both perfection. Kudos to the business owner and th staff for making this a wonderful spot and bringing back the Soup Plantation vibe! read more

Love love soup n fresh! Thankful everyday they brought the idea of soup plantation back. If i could i'd eat here everyday. Theres usually a line out the door, no waitlist so its first comes first serves but it goes back pretty fast. The staff are very efficient and we can see the food being brought out fresh pretty often. There's plenty of seating as well. read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

Food: Service: Ambiance: for nostalgia Cost: Okay, amidst the chaos of being at such a buffet, it was quite hard to take pictures. We were on our way to the Festival of Lights at the Mission in Riverside and decided to stop at the Soup '! fresh because else's be real, we still haven't recovered from the closure of the Souplantations. So, while it was a good hour and fifteen minute drive out (rationalized by being en route to our final destination) we arrived on a cold December Friday night. There was a line outside the restaurant. Of course not everyone in our party was thrilled by the idea of standing in line after driving in LA traffic on a Friday night to eat... salad, but we remained committed. After a short (less than 15 mins) wait, we entered. As soon as we stopped in the nostalgic memories of a place that once was replaced any annoyances! Muscle memory had been activated: grab your tray, two plates, and enter the salad bar lines, and create your masterpieces of greenery. There were pre-made salads to choose from: a take on the mandarin Asian salad (sorry, didn't enjoy this iteration but appreciate the nod) and the cesar salad (didn't like this one either). But then, the joys of color and texture to build your own salad! Toward the end there were additional premade salads, pasta, pasta salads, and salad toppings. The place was packed! I mean not a seat in sight so my little hungry tribe was worried we'd have to wait again to be seated but they have a crowd control system (much appreciated) so that once you pay, you're seated immediately. After paying, we made our way to the soups where we found a majority of the goodies: minestrone (vegetarian + my favorite), broth, cream of something, chicken noodle and I believe a final one. Then, we enjoyed a selection of breads (garlic cheese, a pizza-like bread, and muffins). Cornbread. Enough said. With your think purchase you can enjoy soft drinks and/or coffee. The place was buzzing with little kids, families, and people. Loved the ambiance actually despite the chaos. We were well attended to by servers and they made sure to clear out dishes quickly! Thank you! A bit too steep on pricing for lettuce and bread but definitely worth a trip down memory lane! Enjoy! read more

Super happy I finally got to try this place! I miss these soup and salad places so much! Everything was very clean and organized in their entire food selection. You can tell they clean their food areas very thorough and I didn't see any bits of food on the counters. The food was very delicious. I made my 2 plates of salad and super satisfied. I like customizing my own salad and another plate for the pre made stuff. The stand out soup for me was the Korean beef broth. There was giant piece of meats and had bone in there too. It was so flavorful and I got 2 bowls of it! Their Mac n cheese and pastas were very good as well. I loved the honey butter with my cornbread and muffin. The sweet potato was just okay for me. The pizza and cheese bread were delicious and tasted just like the recipe years ago. The service was great. They were very fast on taking away our empty plates and kept our table clear. I hope more locations will open up soon! I would love to come more often if we only lived closer. read more

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I get the hype and all but it was sort of a let down for me.... this was my honest experience.... Went on a weekday at just before 2 pm. There was no line outside so I went in. The guy at the reception asked how many, and I said just one. He told me to go out and wait.... granted there were a couple of people there, there was still space inside to wait... and yet he told me to go outside. In my head, should I just leave? There was space and there was room so what the heck? I'll give it a couple of mins and probably just go. Another guy came and asked me "are you in line? Are you waiting? " I answered yes. He proceeded inside and he was let in and lined up. In my head, this guy was also dining alone and yet... what the heck? They then called me by gesturing through the glass door. I went in and the guy that came after me... was apologetic and was telling me to go ahead ... and he was asking why would the staff want me to stay outside and line up when there's tons of space? Sketchy. In anycase... You line up to 2 different lines that offer the same types of greens, salad, and dressing + toppings. Get a tray, and a plate... looking back... there were a number of people getting 2 plates just for them. I would think that this would be ideal specially if you're going to get everything in one go. There were around 4 premade green salad and then different greens were placed plus other veggies like peppers, carrots, broccoli There were a number of dressings from vinaigrette to ranch and other creamy stuff. Plus more toppings and other pasta salad. You then pay at the counter and is asked if you would go for a soft drink or just water. (Blue cup = drinks, white cup = water) there's also a coffee option. From there the left side, has a choice of spaghetti, mac and cheese, white sauce pasta and a number of soups. The clam Chowder was the main draw. There was a lot of clams in it to make up for the flavor. At the end of this side, there are some toppings for your baked potatoes and soup... This would include cream, chopped onions, bacon bits, cheese, tortilla strips, small crackers. The middle would have small plates and soup bowls. Behind this would be the fruit/ dessert station. There's coffee on one end, and soft ice cream on the other. In between would be lemon/ orange wedges, pineapple, jello, honey dew, pudding, and some other yogurt like sweets. The right side would have your baked sweet potato, baked potato, 2 types of cheese pizza, corn bread, blueberry muffin, choco muffins and some butter. There's also a drink station that has a number of soft drinks, iced tea, and juice. Okay, that's basically it. I think the only thing missing here would be the protein. Unfortunately...... that's what's up, Once I got my salad and paid for it... I basically looked for an empty table. It seems this is where it might grid lock. If they're full, it might take awhile. The cleaning staff were a hit and miss. They would clean up the tables of big parties pretty quickly.... they also got my entire stuff even before I was finished. When I came back to the table, everything was gone... probably they assumed I left when I was just getting a drink. Didn't bother sitting down anymore and just left instead. I get it if it was busy but the place had tons of empty tables around this time... but it was fine. In all honesty, if you're into soups and salad this is fine... but if you want something that's balanced, maybe another place would be better. Will I return? Probably not. I don't want to say the D word... but looking back... it seemed like it... plus meal / price wise... not worth it. For lunch, I paid 23.46 including tax.... (meal + drink). read more

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The food was great, warm & fresh just like the name. Service was good and they kept our table clear as we finished a plate.

I would rate this a 3.4 for good effort in copying souplantation but doesn't quite satisfy what I wanted at that price point. I've tried everything I could potentially fit in my stomach that I could remember loving at souplantation and things I thought was interesting. Things they did well: - service looks cleaner since souplantation towards the end of their activity had trouble with food on the floor at certain locations (you know..those kids) - they maintained as much of the vegetable variety that souplantation as possible and a lot of the soups and baked goods are still there. - their pastas were way better than souplantation with enough sauce to coat the pastas and actually having some flavor. - their chili has an interesting Hispanic influence to it where it tastes like there is tabasco to give it a bit of a kick. - they kept the honey butter and bacon which is generally one of the nice things to have. The other comments: - I think their tuna tarragon was better - Asian wonton salad and the broccoli salad (compared to Joan's madness) was rather disappointing in dressing level and flavor. You can especially taste the bitterness in the broccoli which made this salad unpleasant. - clam chowder was somewhat forgettable as it's about the same as things you can get at certain buffets and store bought Costco clam chowder. - cream of mushroom has an interesting flavor I couldn't quite placed but I wanted more mushroom flavor - chicken noodle soup broth is about the same but doesn't have the specialty pasta that souplantation has where that pasta was designed to never get soggy (this one does). Chicken pieces are dry and lack flavor as expected. - broccoli cheddar also had an interesting flavor to it and I liked that it was chunky. It would be better if the broccoli wasn't so soft. - the pizza and garlic breads are neither better or worse where it was essentially forgettable, and souplantation I felt was about the same. - the corn bread tastes standard without the amazing corn pieces that souplantation would put in theirs. - I liked the blueberry muffin - it's not better than souplantation but it had a fluffy and bouncy feel to it. - they don't have the chocolate mousse that I loved. Souplantation was very good at having airy mousse with it being nonfat and low sugar so it wasn't as unhealthy for a dessert. - $19 is quite a bit of money that I wished I had souplantation instead for that cost. All-in-all, it's not a bad attempt, but souplantation felt more like it came from a place of love than what Soup N Fresh has created. The thought process that Souplantation placed in creating their dishes was more unique and special. Soup n fresh does not explore any new items or highlight foods. For example, what I loved at souplantation was the special monthly salads where they chose a new fruit/vegetable theme and made special baked goods, salads, pasta, and even soups for these themes for the month. It made eating salads and soups fun and exciting. The lines and waiting to get into soup n fresh had doesn't justify what you get, in my opinion. The cost is rather high for not a lot of personality and just riding on mostly nostalgia. If I was told souplantation needed to raise their prices to stay afloat at $19/dinner vs paying for this copy, I would still go to souplantation. This place and the people are nice, but it feels like a corporate version of souplantation. Would I come back? Maybe if there is no line - there's so few restaurants focused on high nutrient vegetables so for health reasons I would still eat here. However, given my 1 hour drive, I generally wouldn't want to test the waters and wait a potential extra hour just to eat and drive back a long distance. There's also the consideration that I can pay $10 more and get meat on top of vegetables at an AYCE hotpot place. read more

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Finally got to try this place after hearing about it for so long. Food was great, reminded me of my childhood and most of my adulthood so far, haha. Tuna tarragon didn't taste the same as the one from Souplantation, but I wasn't against the changes. Although not exactly a muffin, the blueberry square was still delicious, especially when using the honey butter spread. Had 4 bowls of soup. Tried the cream of mushroom and the clam chowder. The clam chowder was not bad, it was a bit thinner than the clam chowder was at Souplantation, but still very enjoyable. The cream of mushroom wasn't my favorite at first spoonful, but it grew on me very quickly. I ended up getting two more bowls because I enjoyed it so much. Didn't get to try the other soups, but I definitely left full and satisfied. Grabbed a cone of swirl soft serve on the way out and was glad I left a little space for it because it definitely hit the spot on a hot day. Service was exceptional and kept my table cleared as often as possible. Seating staff was also very personable and we had a nice chat/joke session on the way to my table. I wish I had cash so I could have tipped the staff for their service. Ambiance was a little loud for what I thought it would be on a Friday afternoon, but not too different from what Souplantation used to be when I'd go with my parents. Definitely a very enjoyable experience and a great substitute to fit the Souplantation craving. Can't wait to visit new locations as they open. Definitely looking forward to seeing how Soup 'n Fresh grows in the time to come. read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Make your own salad, Asian Wonton Chicken salad, broccoli slaw, and tuna tarragon. - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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First time here and nostalgic of Soupplantation where my family went often! The food was high quality, the stations were clean, and the service was absolutely excellent. I really enjoyed my experience here. The food was warm, well cooked and delicious. Something for everyone to enjoy. read more

Soup 'n Fresh - Salad Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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