Soup 'n Fresh - Chino Hills

If you’re missing Soup Plantation this is the place for you! 1. There was a line/queue but it was so well run, nice to know you don’t have walk around with your food searching for a seat. 2. Senior discount (55+) will save you a couple of dollars. Thank you! 3. Great selection of salads & soups, chili, baked potatoes with all the fixings, pizza & a dessert bar. 4. Manager & staff were helpful & friendly. 5. Not sure if it’s all the time but there was a 2 hour time limit…never felt rushed & it was not a problem. Well done Soup & Fresh! I cannot wait to get back to this place.

This place was great! There was a wait to enter the restaurant, but once you’re inside, you forget about it. The food is food and fresh. They pick up your plates once you’re finished, so the tables aren’t cluttered. I enjoyed my visit here. I will definitely come back!

I visited here recently for the 1st time since pandemic. It was so sad when they closed. They changed name but foods are the same. Mostly I liked it but the famous clam chowder has less clams than before and chicken soup little saltier than before.

New restaurant for the fans of the old Souplantation !!! First time trying this location in Chino Hills. This place was clean and busy. Food looked great. Ceasar salad was just okay my build salad was great with the house made ranch. I enjoyed the Chile, but the Chicken tortilla soup not so much. The baked potato bar was good but potato was pretty small. The cheese bread,garlic cheese bread, corn bread, chocolate and blueberry muffin were all good. There is a soft serve station and a good variety of drinks. I love a good salad and they didn't disappoint, but I'm more of a Carnivore so not some place I would frequent that often.

This place is similar to souplantation. Service is good and the atmosphere is nice and chill. The salad bar is excellent and fresh. Prices are pretty good for a good quality salad, soup, pasta and pastry. Chicken Noodle Soup, Mushroom Chicken Soup, Clam Chowder, Alfredo, and pizza is my favorite so far. I recommend people to come over to try on weekdays because it may be crowded on the weekends.

Went around 2pm. The food was okay but I don't think I'd wait in line for 1.5 hr again. The salads did not look that fresh. Good variety in salad options and soups. Wish there was more variety in breads and pizzas. The staff are friendly. The ice cream machine 👍

First, the reason for the 1 star. Visited a little after 4pm because we eat dinner early and the lines are long. No line today so we got in faster than I thought. Receipt said 4:11. We were told there is a 2 hour limit. We got our first course. I got a big plate of salad and picked my way through it intending to get some of the more fun things after some veggies. Husband plowed through all 3 courses. I finally finished and went to get some soup. I'm disabled so I sent husband back with my soup and a little pasta. We were gone no more than 3 minutes before he went back and I stopped to get one more bowl for a little mushroom soup. I get back and everything is gone, except the glasses. Table has been wiped down, reset and the card, which I had made sure to leave in a conspicuous place away from the salt and pepper, was back in it's place. They also threw away our receipt with the time written on it so no proof of when we came or how long we could stay. I only had healthy stuff at this point we were there less than half an hour. I was deeply uncomfortable staying at that point or getting up to get more food with my husband's help, especially with no proof that we even paid, so we left. I asked to speak to the manager and explained and said I don't understand how that happens or what more I can do besides leave the card out that says we will be back in a crunch. He just kind of looked at me blankly and explained what he thought might have happened. I appreciate the effort but I can guesstimate all on my own. Help me understand why it's safe to come back here and that coming back again won't mean throwing $50 out the window. Tell me it is a training issue and you'll remind staff to check for cards before assuming they're gone. Literally give me any reassurance at all that I can have an enjoyable and healthy dinner. Nope. Didn't happen. I might try another location, because like a lot of folks I have a deep nostalgia for Soup Plantation/Sweet Tomatoes and was so excited to get there at a time that as a disabled person I could actually get in. We've gone by 5 times before to be faced with what for me are insurmountable lines. As for comparisons to the now defunct chains, it all looks and feels very familiar but is a poor imitation. There are familiar things like the wonton salad or the tuna tarragon, the latter I've seen at other buffets so I'm guessing it's Sysco or something like it. It tastes the same. But the plain pasta tasted strangely chemically. How? It tasted maybe like badly abused Teflon pots or something? I'm so confused how plain pasta tastes like chemicals. The carrot pineapple salad was bitter. Again, how? There aren't as many protein options as the old chains used to have, so your only option is to load up on beans and cheeses and whatever eggs are left. They have Bleu cheese by the dressings but literally just put a tablespoon in an otherwise spotless and mostly empty tray? The tapioca is the same. The arroz con leche is somehow super watery. The strawberry yogurt tasted terrible. The jello was exactly what it's supposed to be. Again, nostalgic. Thankfully I only get a bite of each of those so I didn't feel like I missed out. The garlic bread is great but I got one piece and it was gone when I wanted some with my soup. Some of the reviews say the pastas aren't good but I think that's overly harsh. I had taken a bite of my husband's to see if I wanted my own and I think the Alfredo and mac and cheese are better than any other buffet I've ever had. Did not get to try the potato or dessert I was looking forward to because of the aforementioned issue so I can't speak to those but I can't imagine you can mess those up. Husband said the soft serve was good, he got 2 servings so it must have been. I would have liked to have tried it myself. So if you haven't been here and have been wanting to try it, I am not sure I'd recommend it. Might be worth seeing if there is a location with better reviews and try that. *photos of reset table, minus card I had placed again in a prominent location.

Soup 'n Fresh brings back the nostalgia of Souplantation. This restaurant takes a refreshed spin in embracing the concept of Souplantation and making it available again. This is their second location from their Rancho Cucamonga start and is located at a former Souplantation location with lots of parking. There was a wait when we went on a Friday night of about 45 mins. Upon entering, the welcome odors of salads, soups, baked items are abundantly available for a dinner price $19.99 currently. Much of the food is as I remembered it including the chicken noodle soup. The wonton salad was a bit overdressed but it might have been because we were nearing the end of the night. The baked goods were great but I missed the blueberry muffins that had the muffin top shape with the edges.

Is that my glorious, pretty, charming, outstanding, perfect, extraordinary, fantastic, super, great, sensational, delightful, nice, wonderful excellent, inspiring, witty, determined, exceptional, remarkable, whimsical, loving, wonderful, great, cool, marvelous, amazing, brave, my glorious, pretty, charming, outstanding, perfect, extraordinary, fantastic busser?" I wondered, when I saw Kaitlyn cleaning my table. Never before have I seen such a shine on a table and absolutely amazing customer service she expelled as I sat there. Not only did she greet us with a smile, but she cleaned our table flawlessly and every single speck was cleaned up. I would definitely give Kaitlyn a raise for her amazing service!!!!!

Food is absolutely worth the drive (and the wait) though I would definitely not be mad at an LA location! Everyone we interacted with was SO nice and the ambiance is nostalgic for anyone who grew up in the 90s and early 2000s. 100/10 will be back!

If you've ever been to Souplantation, Soup 'n Fresh follows the same idea and execution. For those who haven't, it's a soup and salad buffet that claims to use fresh and wholesome ingredients. In addition to soup and salad, there's a small selection of pastas, flatbreads, and sweets. Everything I had was good and definitely reminded me of the late Souplantation, which I miss so much. At $17.99 for lunch, I felt the price is steep. There's plenty of parking, but that's not the issue. The real issue is the long line to get in. I showed up half an hour before they opened on a Saturday morning, and the line was already forming. Is it worth the wait? No. Is it worth the drive on top of the wait? Heck no. But if this place weren't so far from me, I'd definitely go back. I love being able to make my own salad, eat as many blueberry muffins and soft serve as I want. All this to say... please open one in South OC!

Review #640 None Elite Squad No matter what anyone says..this is Souplantation resurrected. everything is the exact same thing.. The Customer Salads like the Chinese Chicken Salad, Cesar or a Salad of thr month... you can also create your own just like Souplantation. Pastas like Mac N Cheese.. Soups like Clam Chowder or their famous Chicken Noodle Soup.. Bake potatoes and Sweet potato.. Pizza bread and garlic bread.. brownie.. corn breads.. strawberry lemonade..ice cream.. etc. Same bowls ..same plates.. now whats different.. Price for sure..not sure if Souplantation prices would have ever gone that high in 2025 but thats definitely different. 2 Hour limit..not sure you need 2 hours to be there but the timer starts the minute you pay. waiting outside for 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours on the weekend ..never waiting that long .. but tie atmosphere feels the same.. im giving it 5 stars even if it is Pricier .. I say try it and re-live it again if you haven't already.

The basis is a delicious, authentic variety of everything you miss from Soup Plantation! It was a close second to Soup Plantation! We went on a week day about 6:30 pm and walked right in. We were greeted with a smile and handed a tray. The salads, soups and other food items were fresh and kept well stocked. The drinks were great. It was a bit cramped, but people were respectful. It was worth the cost, ~$18...and they offer a senior discount. My only complaint is that it was a long, congested drive from Orange County to Chino Hills! We need one in Orange County!

Finally made it to Soup 'n Fresh!! I've been itching to come but the long weekend lines have deterred me. This time, I came on a Tuesday shortly after opening around 11am and it was nice and quiet when we arrived. Soup 'n Fresh did a great job keeping the vibe of Souplantation but modernizing the space and keeping the menu the same. Absolutely love the wonton salad, variety of soups, and the bakery items. Grab a tray and plate(s), make your way down the salad bar and eat until your heart is content (2 hour maximum time frame to dine). 100% would come back and wish they would open more locations to spread the crowd so weekends aren't too crazy!

The one word I see repeated in the reviews is "nostalgia" and I will agree with those who remembers Souplanation, especially this one. Even after being opened for a while, this Soup 'n Fresh still has long lines. We arrived 20 minutes before the door opened on a weekend and there were already (at least) 40 others in line ahead of us. When you arrive, you'll wait in line outside and will be called in, in waves. To be honest, I prefer this option a bit more than Souplanation so the interior is not as crowded, which may prevent you from getting seconds at the salad bar. Once you enter, it is basically the same as Souplantation, the salad, pizza bread, soup, ice cream and drinks. Price might be on the higher end for what you get ($20 pp) but hey, its AYCE. The soups do taste a bit different but generally pretty similar compared to SP. Other than the need to wait for the long line to get in, service was prompt and attentive. Bottom line, get there early or be prepared to wait for a while.

I assumed the hype would've died down with this place, but my 20-30 minute wait says otherwise. Apparently people still wait around an hour if you come during peak times which is wild. The people really do miss their Souplantation it seems. Personally I've never been a huge fan of Souplantation, but it was cheap eatin' and as long as you go in knowing it's going to be nothing special, it's good for the price. Unbeatable value that's for sure. Soup 'n' Fresh is pretty much a 1:1 copycat of Souplantation (or Sweet Tomatoes depending on your market), but I feel like SNF does some things better than it's predecessor, more specifically the pasta. The pastas were definitely better than Souplantation's. Sure, they were still a little on the bland side, but the sauce thickness was noticeably better; the mac 'n' cheese especially. The soups were acceptable, but the clam chowder was also much better than Souplantation's too. However, the salads were bone dry. My friend said they probably didn't want to overdress it so to avoid soggy vegetables which makes sense, but man, would another couple ounces of dressing hurt? What stood out for me at the salad bar were the red and yellow bell peppers 'cause them things pricey as hell. You know my ass ate a bunch of them. It's like the crab legs of the salad bar, bro. The blue cheese crumbles were nice since Souplantation didn't have that. Overall, excellent value and decent-ish food. The staff keeps the buffet line very clean. The restroom was spotless too and smelled clean, so that was nice. If you miss Souplantation, this is the spot. I never cared much for the place, but I do love cheap decent food so I guess I'll find my way back here again at some point.

Soup 'N Fresh located in Chino Hills is a similar style of how Souplantation used to be but has some uniqueness to its own as well. I came here at 11:30 AM, and there wasn't a line, which I was pretty happy about! The mushroom soup is delicious, and I also added more mushrooms and green onions. I also loved having a nice tasty salad with so much variety! There is also a good selection of pasta that you can have from alfredo, spaghetti, and mac and cheese. Plus don't forget dessert which is next to the soda station! You can pick from chocolate or vanilla on a nice tasty cone. Also don't forget baked potato where you can add in any toppings you would like!! Be your own artist and make your own plate.

A solid 3.5 stars. We arrived at 10:15am on a Sunday and there was already a line of around 20 people. Thankfully they had tents set up out front so that we could wait in the shade, although the people who arrived after us had to wait in the sun. This location is definitely smaller than the Rancho location. Unfortunately, I really did not like the layout of the restaurant. The soups were on the same side as one of the salad bar counters. With such a narrow space, it caused a lot of congestion and an unnecessary long line to get any of the soups. It was also confusing that all the bigger tables had "reserved" signs on them, so our party of 5 circled around the entire restaurant confused and didn't know where to sit as the other tables only fit 4. We flagged down a worker and he told us to go ahead and sit and removed the sign. I feel like the cashier should've explained prior that our group could sit at the reserved tables and that they were actually meant for the bigger groups. Overall, the taste was just as good as the Rancho location and the restaurant is clean. Very worth it for the price and their ingredients are fresh. My favorites were the chicken noodle soup, clam chowder, and mushroom soup. They had everything the other location had and the experience brings back such great memories of the old Souplantation.

A blast to the glorious past of what was Souplantation. Short answer: Yes, it's pretty good. No, it's not exactly how you probably remember it. Long answer: From the food offerings to the dinnerware and orientation of the store, everything screams Souplantation-inspired. I don't think there was anything major from the OG chain that wasn't offered here (save for the godly lava cake, but even back then it was a surprise treat!). Maybe it's me romanticizing the past, but things understandably didn't taste exactly how I remembered it. We found ourselves saying "It's pretty good, but I think it used to taste even better back then." Definitely stop by if you're missing Souplantation a little extra! The line here can get prettyyyy crazy. We stopped by for lunch on a weekday afternoon and still waited around 15-20 minutes. Be prepared and plan if you want to avoid the wait!

Overall a great experience! I've been really excited to try this place because I LOVED souplantation. I went on a Friday night around 8pm and there was a little bit of a wait, maybe around 20-30 minutes (we were a party of 5, so smaller parties sat first). The interior was very clean and everything was set up very nicely. It was $19.99 for dinner. The whole set up was very similar to how souplantation was. I will say the food is pretty decent and very similar to souplantation, but it's not the same. Everything was still very good though. They also had a couple things that souplantation did not have. One that really stuck out to me was the Korean bone broth soup. It was on the slightly saltier side, but it had glass noodles and tender chunks of meat in it. I would come back to satisfy that craving again!

Got in line around 8 pm on a Saturday, unsure if they were still seating since they close at 9. Thankfully, I was seated by 8:40 pm. Not sure if it's a seasonal salad, but the apple salad was delicious, and you can't go wrong with the classic chicken salad. They also offer a decent selection of soups and bakery items, and everything I tried was flavorful and satisfying. The only downside was the limited dessert selection, as I only saw brownies and soft-serve ice cream available. A great spot for large groups, with plenty of seating and ample parking. Service was fast and attentive.

I was waiting for the hype to die down before going to this location. I already tried the rancho location a couple of times and was excited a new location opened up. Interior wise, the chino location looks more modern but it's a bit smaller than Rancho. Food taste about the same as their other location. There's nothing to dislike, it's make your own salads, there's soups, flat breads, baked potatoes and pastas. It's all the foods that I like to eat. I really do like how the salad selection is really fresh. There is always a server cleaning up the tables and dishes. I'm just hoping if there is a 3rd location, it would be closer to the SGV because I really like eating here.

For all Souplantation fans, this place does not disappoint!! It's pretty much an exact copy with little changes here and there. I arrived Sunday at 5:30 pm and waited for a little over 45 minutes. There is a tent to wait under outside and the staff moves the line efficiently. You can get some ice water outside while waiting. The inside of the restaurant is clean and well-lit. Food is quickly refilled and the salad bar is pretty fresh. The servers are all super nice. The only downside was that the ice cream machine was broken. Otherwise, the food is just as amazing as I remembered and the prices are great too! Praying that Soup n Fresh will expand west towards SGV. We're all waiting for you here!

Everything you've heard about Soup 'n Fresh being the reincarnation of Souplantarion is true (and I finally go to experience it). For the Chino Hills location, there will be a wait to get in and since it's hot now in Chino Hills, Soup 'n Fresh had pop-up tents outside to help create shade but be prepared as you may not be under the tent the whole time so bring a umbrella or get ready to sweat. The lines seems to move alright and I suspect there are around 90 minute waves that happen starting from 10:30 when they first open. General rule of thumb is that parties of 2 to 4 have best chance of getting seated. 5+ means longer wait times unless you are okay to break up the party. Getting the tables cleaned for the next party seems to be the slowest part of turning tables. Will be back again. But, I think Soup 'n Fresh seriously needs to rent the old Souplantation spot in the Puente Hills Mall (where they shot Back To The Future) as it's been vacant for years. Time for location #3. Check out my pics

Lunch Prices $17.99. Senior Discount $15.99. A trip down Nostalgia Lane is what I would describe Soup 'n Fresh. Soup 'n Fresh is a AYCE salad, pasta, soup, and bread. My favorite is the Chicken Noodle Soup. The bacon bits can be garnished on anything. Super glad I came to visit this new location.

Finally got to try this place yesterday! Came on a Thursday afternoon around 3pm and was surprised to see no line to get in or down the food line so awesomeness. Staff welcomed us in and were very friendly and attentive during the whole visit. Everything was super organized and well kept, and I noticed they kept all the stations clean every time someone used something. The food itself was very fresh and delicious, and it was nice to have a soup and salad buffet again. Overall, it was an amazing visit and I wouldn't mind a return if I'm in the area again.

Really fantastic restaurant. I remember the good days of Souplantation and this place seemed to take a page from right out of their playbook. It really felt like a blast from the past. Some of the dishes(mac and cheese, clam chowder, chili) tasted a bit different, but other than those everything tasted just like how it did those many years ago. I would highly recommend getting some of the garlic cheese bread and pairing it with the alfredo. I would also recommend getting a baked potato. The service is great and the people who work there are very kind. When you go in, you make your salad/cold foods plate and then u pay then they seat you. Overall, everything is bright and clean. The bathrooms are nice and pretty okay. The prices are really great too and I would recommend that everyone goes! The line might seem long, but it really goes by quickly./

I have been wanting to try this place. I am so glad one opened in this location. I arrived 30 minutes after the opening time. The line was already somewhat long. The line got even longer afterwards. Be ready to wait because the line does take a while. Nice concept. You get a plate, grab your salad and dressing, order your drinks and pay. They then seat you. Afterwards, you just go back to the salad bar, hot bar, soup bar, and drink area as many times as you want. They had about 5 or 6 soups, square pizzas, pasta, mac & cheese, build your baked potato/sweet potato and some sweets. Place was just a bit cramped. I constantly had to stand aside trying not to get bumped by others/staffs. Service was ok. Once in a while someone will come by to grab the empty plates & bowls. Overall, I do like this place. Probably recommend to go weekdays or right when it opens on the weekends. Huge parking lot

After a really great workout this morning I wanted to grab a healthy lunch. I decided on Soup 'n fresh. I'm pretty sure this was previously known as Soup plantation which I loved!!! it has the same set up and food options. It's buffet style, so you're able to customize your salad and pick the food that you want. I personally was mainly here for the salad bar! Everything was EXTREMELY FRESH, veggies were delicious! I loaded my salad up! On the other side they have soups, pastries, baked potatoes and pastas. So you can very easily have a full course meal. I'm very happy with this place and whenever I'm craving a fresh meal this is where I'll be. Let's talk about the interior- it was very clean and organized. Nice size, open seating. They have staff walking by to pick up your plates when you're done and clean up. Safe to say I give this place a 10 out of 10 and will certainly be back soon!

Growing up going to souplantation almost every week, this is the closest thing to souplantation. It's not the same, but it's an acceptable alternative. We got there around 12:30 on a Saturday and waited around an hour. Going down the buffet bar was similar except I missed seeing the mixed salads be made fresh as most were pretty wilted when we got them. My favorite soup was always the chicken noodle, but the noodles were also different than the og at souplantation, so that was a bit of a disappointment. The clam chowder and other soups were spot on, though. I do wish they had more variety of fruits, but overall, not bad. I'm not sure how often we'll be back, but it was a nice ode to our dear Souplantation.

Who would wait an hour just to eat salad, soup and bakery items? Me, of course. When I heard that Soup n' Fresh opened in Chino Hills, I was not only willing to wait an hour in line but also drive 30 minutes. The nostalgia of enjoying Souplantation as both a kid and mom brought out the curiosity in me to give it a try. I came for dinner with my daughter and husband last night. We raised my daughter eating Souplantation often growing up. Even around 5 pm, the line was long. They have a 2 hour policy for busy times, which I feel is a good thing. We totally enjoyed our dinner! The food looks similar to a school cafeteria (or so we kept saying), but the memories of enjoying just that growing up is what makes the meal so much more pleasant. We loved the selections of pozole and korean beef broth soup included in their soup items. My favorite items were their brownie bread, ice cream and of course, salad bar. Soup n' Fresh is a self- serve buffet style with salad bar, soup selections, pasta, bakery, and dessert. It is not your fancy meal, but a good hearty meal that takes you back to childhood. This place was clean and pleasant. Will definitely be back, despite the distance and wait.

For a soup and salad buffet, this was really good. Totally reminded me of Souplantation, but here, the pasta tasted better. The soups were very tasty, especially the mushroom. They even have a Korean beef bone broth that was rich enough but not cloying. This location was clean and bright, and service was great. Used dishes were cleared promptly and several people checked on us. I was bummed when Souplantation closed, so I'm super happy to have this place close enough when I need my soup fix.

I'm so happy they opened one in chino so close to us and where our original fav souplantation location used to be! I have to say everything is the same but BETTER! The soup options are way more creative and they definitely thought outside the box and got more innovative. I'm just seriously so happy this is back and better than ever!

~$21 per person, what an amazing experience! We drove up here from Orange County and it was such a good idea. We came on a Wednesday around 7:50 PM, they close at 8:30. At least that's the last time someone can come in. There was no line, and it was not too crowded. Food: delicious. No notes. Everything felt just as it was when I came to super plantation as a kid and everything was still hot and fresh even coming towards the end of the night. Ambiance: I kinda like how the area is smaller, all the food is closer to one another, though I can expect this to be probably busier when there's a lot of people. They they consistently took away my old plates and make sure the tables were clean. It was a really really fast and respectful busboy!

Veggies were in good shape. Salad was fresh. Service was very good, everyone was cheerful and helpful. Someone even brought our tray to the table and helped out because we brought a baby. Building is in great shape, very clean.

Love the Chino Hills location! The lines range from 30-45 minutes but they put out tents outside for shade coverage. The food was delicious as always. They added a new Korean braised soup that was super yummy! They had glass noodles and actual meat with bone (so much flavor) Service was amazing! They always clean up everyone's table to make sure it's not cluttered with empty soup bowls and plates. Sometimes I wish the ice cream station was neater, and the layout of the restaurant (like having seasonings and sauces next to the salad bar) makes movement of people awkward, but I still had a great overall time! Bonus: They have student and senior discount at 10%!!

Came by to try the Chino Hills location, since I have already been to the one in Rancho and this one's much closer. We got there around 6:30 PM on a Monday night so it wasn't that crowded and we only waited about 10 to 15 minutes. Once shown inside we were able to get our trays and get our first plates of salad. We then paid and then were shown to a table. Overall, this location is a little bit larger I think, however, the tables are a lot more close together, so it felt a little more crowded when he got busy. The spacing was a bit difficult for older grandparents to navigate. As for the food, there was the salad station, of course. There was also a soup, pizza, dessert, and other pastries section. If you got drinks, you could self serve. Overall cleanliness was 4/5, staff was 4/5 since they were busy and not always attentive, but they were nice, and food was 4/5. While the other food was pretty tasty, and being constantly refilled, there was a point when the soup (clam chowder) was refilled but completely cold so that was a bit unfortunate. The ice cream was super good though and had a clean station. Overall, I would come back in the future. Maybe not the best location for super large groups (~6 max for comfortability). As for parking, there's plenty outside.

The wait outside was approximately 45 minutes in the blistering heat. They do have tent covering when you get closer to the front but bring your hat or umbrella to shield yourself from the heat leading up to the front. If you liked soup plantation once upon a time then this is a replacement. Everything was fresh and that chicken noodle soup that I loved was reincarnated here at soup n fresh. It's a self serve dining experience and you get 90 minutes to enjoy all the repeats you can devour in that time frame. If you're a senior you get a slightly discount but prices are more now from the soup plantation days. You get ample parking with even shade if you can find it.

Soup n Fresh, Chino Hills, CA Such a nostalgic spot! While many people are reminded of that other buffet chain from back in the day, Soup n Fresh brings me back to my UCLA days -- unlimited fresh salads, soups, pasta, and baked treats just like this. Now it's my toddler's turn. She absolutely loves it here -- warm soup, mac & cheese, healthy sides, and a little sweet treat to end the meal. I especially enjoy the bakery items -- super fresh, not too sweet, and that chicken noodle soup? So comforting, with real chunks of chicken and noodles. We live nearby, so I can definitely see this becoming our regular go-to. A feel-good spot for both adults and little ones.

If you miss the glory days of Souplantation because it brought back warm memories of large family reunions, Soup 'n Fresh more than resurrected the demised business. Not only did they bring back the same service model and fresh salad, they even use the same plates and bowls from the OG Souplantation for a wrap-around authentic experience. Everything was how I remembered it, and the interior is modernized. The furniture was newer and cleaner, and they do a better job at crowd control than the old Souplantation. The downside of that was there's always going to be a long line outside. Apparently I wasn't the only one feeling nostalgic. My tip to you: arrive early with the entire party, and you can catch up on conversation with family or friends even before getting inside.

Officially my favorite restaurant. Souplantation (aka Sweet Tomatoes outside of California) was my favorite restaurant, the fresh buffet was as tasty as it was convenient: a self-service restaurant with no waits for a table, no checks to split, no delays in drink refills. Though the pandemic took all but one away (Tuscon), Soup N Fresh diligently copied the model, menu, plastic ware, and recipes, creating what I call Dupe-Plantation in Rancho Cucamonga. (See separate review). Though that location is twice the size, and has the familiar zig zag salad bars, this location is a little more convenient, so I'll be ripe back.

We decided to check out Soup 'n Fresh's second location in Chino Hills, and went for lunch at 1PM on a Wednesday. The wait was only about 15-20 minutes for a party of 3, so not that bad. The interior is clean but noticeably smaller and more compact than the Rancho Cucamonga location. Prices are fair, $17.99/adult for lunch, and they still have senior and healthcare worker discounts (have to show a badge for healthcare worker). We actually had an employee introduce himself at our table and he was the one who regularly came to clear plates; as a result, we left a few dollars tip in cash on the table when we left. The food was tasty as expected. A few of the salads had become a little wilted from sitting a while, but taste was fine. I loved all of the soups, and the pastas were fine. The breads could have been kept a little hotter in my opinion, but I like my breads very hot. I was also heartbroken at first thinking there were no blueberry muffins, but in fact the muffins were just not labeled and could be found next to the cornbread. Drinks (for an extra cost to get the unlimited drink cup) and desserts/fruit were fine. Overall, we left stuffed and reminisced the days of Souplantation. I think I slightly prefer the Rancho Cucamonga location but the Chino Hills location is definitely closer to my home.

I drove 1.5 hours to come here--so WORTH IT! For Souplantation lovers, this is the best alternative in Southern California! Food: 5/5 Drinks: 5/5 Portions: 5/5, buffet Atmosphere: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Speed: 5/5 Price: $$ Outdoor seating: no ADA access: yes Restrooms: yes, M/F Dogs: no Kid Friendly: yes Vegetarian options: yes Vegan options: yes! Ambiance: casual Pros: we didn't have a line when we came at 4pm on a Tuesday, friendly staff, vegan soup option (minestrone), lots of seating, decent pricing, great parking lot Cons: none!

Such an awesome place! It is worth the wait! There was a line to enter. But I totally understand why. It shows for people to have a pleasant dining experience without over crowding. The food was fresh and delicious. The selection was great. Clam chowder was the best! The Asian chicken salad did not disappoint either. Overall, I'll drive over again!

So happy that Soup N Fresh (SNF) opened here, it's a much closer commute than going to Rancho. I brought my kids here and the line is substantially shorter than at the RC location. We arrived around 1:00 pm and there were about 5 parties ahead of us, but a ton of people showed up after we lined up . We waited about 20 min before we got in. It seems that this location is smaller than the other SNF, and the buffet line goes straight instead of zig zags around like Souplantation, which I really like. The lay out is also different than RC, but they offer all the same food, so it's all good. They had tortilla chicken soup when I came, which was super yum. The blueberry muffins were especially good that day! I walked out of there completely satisfied and overstuffed. Too much good food! The gentleman who was cleaning our table was so efficient in picking up our used dishes and silverware. He was so nice and when I asked where the exit was, he even walked us to the exit and opened the door for us when we left. Great customer service! I also saw the manager doing his managerial thing, he was very present and making sure everything was running smoothly. 10% discount for students and educators so bring your ID. I think they also offer discounts for military.

It was good. I didn't have any real complaints and the place was buzzing as was to be expected from all the people who wanted a bargain but I guess I just missed the ambience of the old Soup Plantation. It felt more like being corralled instead of going to a place to enjoy the location. I guess I just had an idea in my mind that the place couldn't match. I'm thankful that I got a chance to try it out though.

I was excited to see that a second location popped up that's closer to me but the wait on a Monday (holiday weekend) was still over an hour. It was nice that they had tents and water available but waiting in the heat wasn't in anyone's favor. This location has the same food item choices as the first location and has the same nostalgic souplantation/sweet tomatoes iconic dishes but the buffet area is pretty small compared to the other location so there's multiple unorganized lines and cramped spaces. Overall I would come back probably on an off hour/day to avoid the lines. Parking: free plaza parking

I enjoy buffets because you can try a lot of different things. Some that I liked were the mac and cheese, creamy alfredo pasta, blueberry muffins, rice pudding, and ice cream. Some that were not as good were the tortilla soup, and spaghetti. We were seated right away because we had only two people and didn't come at the busiest time. But while we were eating a line did form outside. You're given a 2 hour time limit.

A 2nd Soup N Fresh opened. First one was in Rancho Cucamonga. There is a line you have to wait outside to get into the restaurant. Make sure you have all parties by the time you reach the front. For us, on Sunday @ 12:15, we reached the front in around 45 min. Bring sunglasses/hat to avoid the sun if the line is out of the shaded areas. Once you go in, there are 2 lines you can go in and you get all the things you like to form your salad. And then you pay and get seated wherever you want. It's all you can eat. You can get more salads that was in the pay line if you want to. There are different muffins, different pastas, different soups, pizza breads, baked potato/sweet potatoes with ingredients for those, and ice cream bar. There are different sodas. There are even fruits and pudding. Basically, if you been to Souplantation, it's exactly the same. FYI: Everything here is cramped. With the seating/tables to the lines to get soups, pasta, bread, etc. Server is very quick to pick up dirty trays. There are 3 stalls inside the restroom. Plenty of free parking spaces.

Food is just like the way Soup Plantation used to be!! Something new on the menu is the Korean Beef Bone Soup (galbitang) and that soup is delicious!!!!! I was especially impressed by the servers who frequently came by to take our dishes away. They were so prompt in their service and super kind and friendly. It's worth the visit!!

Came here after seeing it all over the internet! Personally, I LOVED coming here.... It was a moment of bitter sweet nostalgia, of everyone's childhood favorite SOUPLANTATION!! The thematics of the restaurant is very well branded similar to souplantation -- the salad bar, the hot bar, dessert, and even the way the tables & signs have been designed. However, I must admit quality control of the food and sanitation definitely has room to improve!

Just like the old Soup Plantation! So glad they opened this second location, and hope they open more. Finally had a chance to visit and it brought back a lot of good memories of Soup Plantation. Interior is nicely organized with salads, soups, and hot items. Everything was fresh and tasty. I've been missing the mushroom soup, and theirs is just as good. Servers are friendly and do a great job of clearing the tables of used dishes. I heard there could be a line and waiting. We came early (11:30) on a weekday and we didn't have to wait at all. It did get busy though as the time went by. If you're a Soup Plantation fan, definitely come here.

Everything is Exactly the same as Soup Plantation if not BETTER. I love it. The Only thing bad about this place is that there is NOT one in Orange County. The long wait in line.....Im typically not a fan of big lines for what? Its like taking a trip to Disneyland to get on a ride. Remember the hype of a new Boba Tea Shop opening? Exactly....I wouldn't wait in a long line for what?

Host is completely lost at the time we went. She seemed super confused and did not manage well. Their wait/line system does not feel smooth at all but at least they set up tents outside for people to wait in line under. Besides the issues with getting in line, everything else went fine. We waited around 30 mins for lunch on a weekday. Price is fair. I believe Souplantation was cheaper. Food options are same as Souplantation but I think Soup n Fresh tastes better. Their mac and cheese is so good. So cheesy and creamy. Love it.

8/10 - overall meal Does this place taste exactly like soup plantations/sweet tomatoes? No. Does it taste similar enough to scratch the itch? Yes. Things that I think were fairly spot on were the tuna tarragon salad, broccoli salad, and chicken noodle soup. The clam chowder was not as rich as the one at soup plantation and also the crispy noodle salad toppings were much smaller and thinner. Worth going for nostalgia for sure, but not sure id make the drive again from Orange County.

I am so glad they are back but with a different business name. Wonderful food and service.

We are so excited that we tried the new Souplantation (our beloved restaurant) called Soup N Fresh that just opened! We waited for about 40 minutes to get in. It was worth the wait and just as delicious as we remembered!!! They first opened the original location in Rancho Cucamonga, and now they have another location in Chino Hills. We didn't want to drive that far to Rancho Cucamonga, so we drove to Chino Hills yesterday. We got there around 5:30 p.m. yesterday. It was easy to find parking, but we saw a line there waiting to get in. It was a bit chilly and drizzling, but glad they had the canopy set up for the queue, so we could stay dry. Adults: Lunch ($17.99/adult) from 10:30 a.m.- 4 p.m., Senior $15.99 (for age 55 above), Dinner ($19.99/adult) from 4 p.m. till close, Senior $17.99 (for age 55 above) Children: ages 4-8 $9.99 (All day), ages 9-12 $11.99 (All day) Beverages: fountain drinks or coffee ($3.79 each) The price was very reasonable. The food was the same as before, and we still like their soup, salad, pasta, and muffins. This place was very spacious inside, and we first grabbed our plates for salad. They had a lot of choices for salad (just like before), but we had to walk back to the entrance to get our bowls and plates for soup and pizzas. I liked that they have cute signs on the table, such as "off for a salad break, back in a crunch!" and "lettuce meet again!" to let the servers know that you are gone for what reasons. The salad was very fresh and delicious. I tried their Cream of Mushroom soup, Clam Chowder, and Chicken Noodle Soup. I liked the Cream of Mushroom soup the most, and then I picked the Clam chowder. The Cream of Mushroom soup was rich in flavor, and I finished it quickly. The Clam Chowder was creamy but the flavor was a bit lack of seasoning. We also tried their pasta, Mac N Cheese, cornbread, muffins, and baked potatoes. (They also have sweet potatoes.) I added the bacon bits, shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions onto my hot, fresh-baked potato. Cornbread was a bit dry, though. Oh, don't forget to get their soft serve ice cream at the end. I got the combination flavor. It was creamy and not too sweet. I hope that they will open more locations soon. (Hopefully, they open one in Walnut.)