Soup ‘n Fresh - Rancho Cucamonga

So excited to find Soup 'n Fresh here. I'm a longtime fan of Sweet Tomatoes, and have craved it since they closed down awhile back. This is everything I remember and loved about Sweet Tomatoes/Soup Plantation. The food was incredibly fresh and delicious. The price for one adult at lunch, with a tea added, was $21. It's buffet style, so you get your money's worth. The staff is gracious and friendly, and the whole place was clean. I suggest making a reservation (at least a couple weeks advance), unless you're okay waiting in line. I arrived one hour before opening and there were already about a dozen people waiting outside, and it kept building quickly. Except for the lines, I was extremely happy and impressed with the experience and will be back for more.

I love Soup ‘n Fresh. I have been missing Soup Plantation since it closed it doors at the beginning of the pandemic. And was so excited to hear about Soup ‘n Fresh. We went for the first time for my daughter’s birthday and loved it so much we went back a few days later. It is very much like the Soup Plantation but they have taken it up a bit. The pizza and Mac are delicious. There is a wait but it is worth it. Everything is fresh. The staff is great. If I could give it 10 stars I would.

Had a random Monday off, so I decided to visit my mom and take her out for lunch. I was really excited to finally try this “Souplantation dupe!” Parking: They’re located in a plaza, and they have a large parking lot. Finding a spot can be difficult. Ambiance/Environment: Despite whether you’re coming in on a weekend or weekday, you’ll always be waiting. The hostess told us they’ve had a line since they opened. We came in around 11:30am, and there was a line. We were actually seated quickly as families were consistently leaving. It’s really clean inside! Very modern. Plenty of indoor seating, but no outdoor seating. Service: Everyone was quick and efficient! There are a lot of workers, and their communication is on point. Food: We started off with the salad bar, which is the largest bar. They offered different salads with lots of toppings and dressings. Everything tasted absolutely fresh! Next, we went to the soup & pasta bar. I looove their baked potato soup and Alfredo pasta! The bakery bar seemed to be consistently empty with few pieces of bread. I did try their cheesy garlic bread and baked potatoes, which were really good. The fruits were fresh, and the rice pudding & tapioca were amazing! Pricing: Definitely worth its price! My mom and I enjoyed everything! We’ll definitely be coming back!

I had been a long-time fan of the previous establishment at this location, and am absolutely *thrilled* to find that not only everything about it I enjoyed has been recreated by the new owners, but they achieved an even cleaner, fresher aesthetic - and the food is absolutely top-notch! Admittedly, I was deterred by the line the first time I discovered this place (which was by mere chance while driving by on a weekend) - the guy at the back of the line told me wait-times were nearing 90 minutes, and my blood-sugar informed me I would be taking a rain-check. Well, while yesterday's rain was just coincidental, it's serendipity that I remembered to come back, because I only had to wait about 15 minutes (it was about 8pm on a Friday). However, while grabbing a cold plate from the ample stacks and filling it from the smorgasbord of various sundry greens, mixes, garden-concoctions, and assorted dishes that run the gamut from stuff you'd find at a 1950s pot-luck (yes, there is carrot-raisin-salad, and no, you don't know why you only ever have it so rarely, because it's so good, lol) to specialty creations offered du jour, I had to double-check what time they'd opened, because it looked like the sign had just been flipped, everything was so spotless. This trend would carry over throughout my visit, from the beverage-dispensers to the restrooms. The staff was 100% courteous, helpful, and attentive to my needs. There were copious amounts stationed at ample vantage-points, and yet it never felt like anyone was hovering or waiting for something to do (or standing around on their phone, like I'd be probably too tempted to refrain from if I worked there, lol). It felt efficient without being rushed or overly industrious, and I never sensed any pressure to increase my tempo (I stayed for a leisurely 45 minutes to an hour, and though I didn't take more than one trip, I would not have hesitated to if I weren't so full of delicious pozole). I have literally exactly two points of constructive criticism: 1) They should label which of the dressings is fat-free (I had to ask; it's Italian - and I know, I know; it's *always* Italian, but still, a label would be nice). 2) Either I didn't see the shredded cabbage, or they didn't offer it, but if you're going to offer pozole, you should also have that. I probably just didn't see it, but when I looked it up for the spelling, the images came up, and I thought "oh, yeah, *that's* all that was missing..." Obviously, I love the place, so 10/10 will come back again :) N.B. Souplantation is a terrible name, anyway. There, I said it.

Soup ‘n Fresh: A Familiar and Flavorful Experience If you’re craving a comforting bowl of soup or a fresh salad, Soup ‘n Fresh is a great option. This restaurant offers a similar concept to Souplantation, with a wide variety of soups, salads, and other dishes. The quality of the ingredients is impressive, and the flavors are consistently delicious. Whether you’re a soup lover or a salad enthusiast, you’re sure to find something to your liking. While the restaurant can get quite busy, especially during peak hours, it’s worth the wait for the delicious food and reasonable prices. If you’re in the area, Soup ‘n Fresh is definitely worth a visit.

Soup 'n Fresh is basically a reincarnation of Soup Plantation. You get a full salad bar, bakery, soups, baked potatoes, cheese bread, dessert/ fruit bar, and soft serve ice cream. I liked the food but some bakery items were a little hard, stale. The staff is busy cleaning but sometimes they will walk right past you as you're trying to juggle your tray of food to your seat. I still recommend Soup 'n Salad for a lunch or dinner option, the salad and soup were very delicious.

I couldn't believe there was a line at 1:48pm on Wednesday. We joined in the wait and only got in after 30 minutes. I was glad the insjde looks just like the Soup Plantation, salad station, soup station, etc. Lunch price is $16.99 (Adult) or $14.99 (Seniors) from 10:30am to 4:30pm. Beverages $3.29 each (I did notice people using the water cups to get the fountain drink). We get the salad first the pay for our meal. A server will show you where to sit. It was already 2:30pm and the restaurant was still full of people. Taste wise is normal, just like the old Soup Plantation. I would come back here again if not for the long wait.

Great place for salads and more. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Definitely a place exactly like Souplantation, which my family and I miss so much. Not 100% but almost there, 99% I would say. The one thing that did not meet my expectations were the restrooms. No toilet paper in the men's and women's (my daughter went) I saw the cleaning log in the men's restroom and there was not 1 cleaning entry in the log 🤔🤔 That's not ok.... management? Maybe there are no managers here. Overall, the FOOD IS AMAZING!!!! 😋