Top spots near campus for warm soup on winter nights

Cozy Soup ‘n’ Burger
739 Broadway

Cozy Soup ‘n’ Burger has a huge menu, so even when you aren’t in the mood for soup, it is a great place to grab a meal. Cozy has the traditional tomato and chicken noodle soups, but it is most famous for its split pea soup ($3.95 per cup, $4.95 per bowl). Topped with large garlic croutons, Cozy’s namesake attracts residents from around the city to its Broadway location. Try the split pea or French onion ($4.95 per cup, $5.95 per bowl), which are served with crackers.

Hale and Hearty Soups
11 E. 17th St.

With soup in the title, you know this restaurant is going to have delicious, savory selections. There is a huge variety of soups available, so finding what you are in the mood for will be no trouble. With 26 locations in Manhattan, it is never too hard to find a Hale and Hearty — the location closest to NYU is in Union Square. With delicious broths and innovative recipes like Tuscan white bean soup ($3.39 to $10.24), Hale and Hearty is the perfect place to go when stuck in a soup rut.

The Original Soupman
190 Bleecker St.

Who could forget the classic “Seinfeld” episode with the Soup Nazi? Even though you won’t hear “no soup for you” at this Greenwich Village joint, just like in the TV episode, customers should pick their soup, have their money ready and move to the left immediatelu after ordering. Soups vary by day and location, but Soupman is famous for its premium bisques, including seafood and lobster ($4.49 to $7.99).

B&H Dairy
127 Second Ave.

This East Village gem offers a great diner vibe that is welcoming on bitterly cold winter days. B&H is celebrated for its borscht, a beet soup with vegetables, served with buttered challah bread. Not only is this soup great, but it’s also economical. The soup and bread together cost $4.50, so your stomach and your wallet will rejoice.

Chat ‘n’ Chew
10 E. 16th St.

Chat ‘n’ Chew is a cozy spot that offers comfort foods like macaroni and cheese and burgers. While those dishes are great, their vegetarian chili ($10.95) is exemplary. Rather than using fake meat, Chat ‘n’ Chew highlights the flavor of the beans and has a perfectly thick broth. Topped with guacamole, Mexican cheeses and sour cream, this chili packs the perfect mouthful of flavors. With a location in Union Square, it is a convenient place for students to stop and enjoy some warm food.