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. I especially love ramen, bone broth, and pho. And trust me, as someone with ulcerative colitis—who is a major Asheville foodie—I’m a soup professional.
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📸 All photos are our own of what Tom and I regularly order as Asheville residents. You might also like our guide to Asheville’s best Asian cuisine. This post pairs well with my favorite rainy day indoor activities, too.
P.S. We’ve heard wonderful things about Sen, a Downtown Asheville pho and Vietnamese restaurant. It’s on our winter bucket list! đź’™ Christine of Uncorked Asheville
Mizu Noodle & Asian Cuisine
- Ramen, pho, poke bowls/burritos, curries, noodles
- Neighborhood: West Asheville
- Delivery Options: DoorDash
- Contact: 22 New Leicester Hwy, Suite D, Asheville, NC 28806; (828) 785-1818
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 counter-service restaurant has a unique build-your-own ramen option. Start with broth. Then, add proteins, noodles, and toppings.
If you are craving pho, get there earlier in the day in case they run out. Tom loves Mizu’s curries, and they are great for takeout/delivery. Next door, shop for Asian groceries and treats at YZ Asian Market.
Wild Ginger Noodle Bar
- Vietnamese pho, rice, and noodle dishes; menu labeled for GF, vegan, and “allergens”
- Neighborhood: South Asheville
- Delivery Options: None (dine-in or pick-up)
- Contact: 1950 Hendersonville Rd, Ste 12, Asheville, NC 28803; (828) 676-2311
Wild Ginger makes the best pho in town. We first ate here while house-hunting in 2019, and they have been our “must” Asheville restaurant since. I usually order the beef brisket or meatball pho.
Wild Ginger’s menu also features Banh Mi, rice dishes, and Tom’s pick: the vermicelli rice noodle salad or pork chop entree. 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. We prefer Wild Ginger for a casual lunch in Asheville.
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Pho Real Vietnamese Restaurant North Asheville
- Vietnamese pho, rice, and noodle dishes; menu labeled for GF, vegan, contains dairy, and contains gluten
- Neighborhood: North Asheville
- Delivery Options: Order online for pick-up or Uber Eats
- Contact: 640 Merrimon Ave, Suite 102, Asheville, NC 28804; (828) 412-3719
Tom and I were stoked to see a North Asheville pho restaurant in the same plaza as delicious Zen Sushi, Mother Ocean, Pop Bubble Tea, and The Hop.
Pho Real boasts steaming bowls of pho, cold noodle salad bowls, and fried rice. Order at the kiosk and grab a seat. It’s simple, fast, casual, and delicious.
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Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse
- Ramen, sushi, dumplings
- Neighborhood: Downtown Asheville
- Delivery Options: DoorDash
- Contact: 121 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801; (828) 470-7480
Downtown Asheville has many delicious restaurants, including Ukiah, which is truly a religious experience. This Japanese street food and tapas establishment boasts a unique American BBQ twist.
Pictured above is their seasonal brunch ramen, but they also offer ramen on their dinner menus, with vegetarian and pork options. Order a cocktail and delicious raw fish.
✨ I recommend parking at the Biltmore Ave. garage. It’s a short walk, and great for shopping in Asheville afterward.
Murasaki Asheville (Along with Maguro & Miyagi)
- Asian tapas, sushi, ramen
- Neighborhood: South Asheville/Arden
- Delivery Options: Online ordering
- Contact: 200 Julian Ln, Suite 210, Arden, NC 28704; (828) 676-0760
Our readers agree: Murasaki makes delicious sushi. They also serve up fantastic ramen in South Asheville, along with their Downtown Asheville restaurant, Maguro, and their new (late-2026) North Asheville restaurant, Miyagi.
Find spicy miso soup, or select from a variety of ramen, including seafood, Panang curry, chicken, and Pork Chashu. Tom and I like going for lunch, and be forewarned, this is Asian and Japanese tapas heaven.
HieThai Thai Sushi & Vegan (Formerly Suwana’s)
- Asian & Thai cuisine
- Neighborhood: Central/East Asheville
- Delivery Options: DoorDash and Uber Eats
- Contact: 45 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC 28805; (828) 505-3189
Suwana’s on Tunnel Road is now HieThai Thai Sushi & Vegan. We’ve only ordered takeout here (and lots of it), whether it be sushi rolls, noodles, fried rice, soups, or curries.
They also make delicious pho and noodle soups. Like Mizu, they box up the noodles and broth separately. Tom also appreciates their gluten-free pad thai, and you can order other soups, including Wonton Roasted Pork, Khao Soi, and Laksa Noodles.
Bone & Broth
- Elevated Southern classics serving up bone broth
- Neighborhood: North Asheville
- Delivery Options: None; pick-up only
- Contact: 94 Charlotte St, Asheville, NC 28801; (828) 505-2849
One of our favorite cozy 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 is so 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 fancier and meatier restaurant, Bone & Broth only offers a few soups on its rich menu. Select from delicious steaks, burgers, and seafood entrees.
Thai Pearl
- Thai restaurant with soups, noodles, and apps; GF and vegan/veggie labels
- Neighborhood: West Asheville
- Delivery Options: Grubhub
- Contact: 747 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC 28806; (828) 412-5905
If you love Thai food as much as we do, West Asheville’s Thai Pearl is the best. We always order a steaming noodle dish, such as pad thai or 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 Uncorked Asheville! She’s the absolute best.
Pulp & Sprout
- Dedicated vegan cafe and juice bar with GF options
- Neighborhood: North Asheville
- Delivery Options: Kickback AVL
- Contact: 233 S Liberty St, Asheville, NC 28801; (828) 412-5701
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. I love their vegan peanut butter bars. Order at the counter and grab a seat inside or out. This area is considered Asheville’s wellness district.
A visit to Pulp & Sprout pairs nicely with a relaxing Asheville Salt Cave session. Next door, Liberty House Cafe is a terrific local coffee shop.
Typhoon Noodle
- Szechuan noodles and boba
- Neighborhood: South Asheville
- Delivery Options: DoorDash and Grubhub
- Contact: 1834 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803; (828) 277-5511
Tom and I avoid South Asheville’s congested Hendersonville Road, but Typhoon Noodle makes it worth it. This is noodle-y goodness. Plus, nothing beats bubble tea and pho, and that’s exactly what you’ll get here. Think simple, budget-friendly, family-friendly, and delicious.
Select from noodle soups, curries, stir-fry noodles, and all of those delicious Asian appetizers: vegetable and soup dumplings, summer rolls, crab rangoons, and pot stickers.
Of course, I have to order their bubble tea, which they can make dairy-free. I still need to try their ramen. If you do, let me know what you think!
BoonChoo Thai Express (Flat Rock)
- Casual, counter-service Thai restaurant; GF and vegan menu options labeled
- Town: Flat Rock/Hendersonville
- Delivery Options: Drive-thru or pick-up (DoorDash if you live closer)
- Contact: 576 Upward Rd, Flat Rock, NC 28731; (828) 435-9077
Another delicious Thai restaurant, about 35 to 40 minutes by car from Asheville (think sweet WNC mountain towns), Flat Rock’s BoonChoo Thai Express is a hidden gem. 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.
Let me know your favorite soup spot in the comments! I’m always on the hunt for the best of Asheville. đź’™ Christine of Uncorked Asheville
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the onion soup at Outback is killer..you can order it alone or with something..
Thank you for sharing!