New Jersey’s Best Soups Are Served At This Tiny Roadside Shack

Is there anything more comforting than a hot bowl of soup? I don't think so, and I have fond memories of when casual soup chains seemed to rule the dining scene. Big names like Hale & Hearty Soup and The Original Soup Man (made famous on Seinfeld - No Soup For You!) have faded from the scene, leaving soup fans wondering where to get their next chowder or gumbo fix. Well, look no further if you're a garden state resident - there's a humble roadside takeout spot in Newark that serves the best soups in New Jersey on a daily basis. This is Heaven's Delite, and it's a neighborhood fixture in the state's biggest city. While it does have a slightly bigger menu - including offering breakfast sandwiches during the AM - it's the slow-cooked, homemade soups that have everyone's taste buds anxious to find out what's on the menu today.

Heaven's Delite might look like any other casual fast food place on the outside, but locals know better.

This hidden gem of a takeout shack is known for one thing - fantastic homemade soups, served fresh daily.

How fresh? The menu changes daily and you'll have to check the dry-erase board (or the Facebook page) to see what's cooking.

There are some staples , though - the rich, savory chicken noodle will always be on the menu.

The odds are good you'll also find the navy bean with smoked turkey, an old-school classic.

During cooler months, you'll be more likely to find some heartier options - including chowders and an intense beef stew that puts any canned competitors to shame.

Make sure to take the complimentary crackers - they're great for dipping.

Have you eaten at Heaven's Delite in Newark? What are your picks for the best soup in New Jersey? Let us know in the comments section. This old-school soup joint keeps a low profile online, but you can follow the Heaven's Delite Facebook page to see what's on the menu today. This will make an amazing lunch before dinner at Hobby's Delicatessen, one of the oldest delis in New Jersey. If you're in Newark for a few days, you might want to book a room at the Element Harrison/Newark, the area's best extended-stay hotel.

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