All Dish Comparisons in New Orleans
Best Soup in New Orleans
3 restaurants compared
Price range: $11.00 – $92.00
Avg recommendation: 89%
Top 3 Soup in New Orleans (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 3 restaurants:
- Commander's Palace — 92% recommended, $38.00 (Garden District)
- Brigtsen's — 90% recommended, $11.00 (Riverbend)
- The Kingsway — 86% recommended, $92.00 (Uptown)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 3 Restaurants Compared
#192% recommend
Commander's Palace
Garden District·$$$$
Turtle Soup au Sherry
$38.00
Rich, simmered turtle soup finished with a splash of dry sherry.
Tip: Order it on your first visit — it's a non-negotiable introduction to the restaurant's cooking style.
#290% recommend
Brigtsen's
Riverbend·$$$
Butternut Squash & Shrimp Bisque
$11.00
Creamy puree of butternut squash, shrimp, and onions served in a warm bowl.
Tip: Order this if it's on the menu — it's a signature dish that defines Chef Brigtsen's cooking style.
#386% recommend
The Kingsway
Uptown·$$$$
Crab, Brie & Champagne Soup
$92.00
Chilled or warm soup with Gulf crab, brie, champagne, lime, red chili, and curry leaf.
Tip: The full tasting menu is an experience — come hungry and prepared to spend 2-3 hours.