Best Soup In Asheville To Warm Up With: 8 Spots I Love

Whether you have a cold or are fighting the cold, these are my favorite places for dine-in and takeout soup in Asheville, including Bone & Broth, Mizu, and Wild Ginger. We especially love ramen, bone broth, and Pho. And trust me, as someone with ulcerative colitis who is a major Asheville foodie, I’m a pro when it comes to soup.

Where To Get The Best Soup In Asheville, NC

Keep reading for quick reviews of our favorite places for ramen, Pho, and more, including what we like to order and local tips. All photos are our own and of what Tom and I regularly order as Asheville residents.

1. Mizu Noodle & Asian Cuisine

Mizu is a hidden gem for noodles, curries, and the best ramen in Asheville. Don’t let the congested New Leicester Highway scare you. This unassuming restaurant with counter service has a unique build-your-own ramen option. Start with broth. Then, add proteins, noodles, and extra toppings.

If you are craving Pho, get there earlier in the day in case they run out. Tom loves their curries. Mizu is great for takeout/delivery, too. Next door, shop for Asian groceries and treats at YZ Asian Market.

2. Wild Ginger Noodle Bar

Finding Pho in Asheville is not easy (we just a new spot in North AVL, Pho Real!), but Wild Ginger makes the best in town. We first ate here while house-hunting 6 years ago, and they’ve been a must-visit Asheville restaurant since. I usually order the beef brisket or meatball Pho.

Wild Ginger’s menu also features Bahn Mi, rice dishes, and Tom’s pick, the vermicelli rice noodle salad or pork chop. I love that I can order non-dairy bubble tea. It’s a small restaurant, and bustling during peak hours, so aim for less frequented times.

3. Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse

Downtown Asheville houses many delicious restaurants, including Ukiah, which is truly a religious experience. This Japanese street food and tapas restaurant boasts a unique American BBQ twist.

Pictured above is their seasonal brunch ramen, but they also have ramen on their dinner menus, usually veggie and pork. Order a cocktail and their delicious fish, too. I recommend parking at the Biltmore Ave. garage. It’s a short walk, and great for shopping in Asheville afterward.

4. Suwana Asian Cuisine

Suwana’s has multiple locations across Western North Carolina. We’ve eaten at all of them, and they each promise a slightly different twist, whether it be sushi rolls, noodles, fried rice, soups, or curries.

However, Suwana’s Asian Cuisine on Tunnel Road makes delicious Pho, perfect for takeout. Like Mizu, they box up the noodles and broth separately. Tom also appreciates Suwana’s gluten-free pad Thai, and you can order other soups, including Tom Yum, Tom Kha, and Won Ton.

5. Bone & Broth

One of our favorite date night restaurants, Bone & Broth is my go-to for the best bone broth soup in Asheville, especially since I never want to make it at home (it’s time-intensive!). Enjoy your bone broth served in a mug with bread and pair it with a salad or pasta (or cocktail, ahem).

Just be forewarned that as a meatier and more romantic Asheville restaurant, Bone & Broth only offers a few soups on its rich menu. Select from delicious steaks, burgers, and seafood entrees.

6. Thai Pearl

If you love Thai food as much as we do, West Asheville’s Thai Pearl is the best. We always order a delicious noodle dish like Pad Thai and Pad See-Ew paired with fried onion rings, soup, and salad.

I especially love their ginger rice soup. It is tummy-friendly and will warm you right up. Plus, select from even more soup options like Tom Kha, Chicken Noodle, Tom Yum, and Thai Street or Pink Noodle. Please tell Chef May “hi” from us too!

7. Pulp & Sprout

Pulp & Sprout is our go-to for budget-friendly and casual vegan cuisine in Asheville. For delivery, I always order one of their delicious broths like Miso Ginger or Golden Tonic; I don’t have a nice photo that does their soup justice, though, since it comes in a takeout coffee container, and I sip it like a hot bevie.

Pulp & Sprout is also a great spot if you crave healthy fruit juices, bowls, smoothies, and sandwiches. As a Celiac household, this is the perfect gluten-free breakfast and lunch spot for us. Order at the counter and grab a seat inside or out.

8. BoonChoo Thai Express (Flat Rock)

Another delicious Thai restaurant, about 35 to 40 minutes by car from Asheville (think day trip time!), Flat Rock’s BoonChoo Thai Express. It’s one of my favorite Hendersonville area restaurants, especially on the way to apple orchards and wineries. This casual counter-service spot offers traditional Thai soups and promises noodles, stir fry, and curries.

I am always updating our foodie lists. Please let me know your favorite places for soup in Asheville in the comments.