Address
945 Franklin Ave
Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 742-7687
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 11am - 3pm
Sat - Sun - Holidays: Closed
Our Garden City Location: The Original NY Soup Exchange
Welcome to the heart of it all! The New York Soup Exchange (NYSE) flagship location, established on June 24, 1997, is a beloved fixture in the Garden City community. Nestled at 945 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530, this is where the NY Soup Exchange story began, and where our commitment to serving the "Best Soup on Long Island" has been unwavering for over two decades.
A Legacy of Flavor and Freshness
For more than 26 years, we've been dedicated to providing a unique, healthy, and satisfying dining experience. Our journey started with a simple idea: to elevate the humble bowl of soup into a culinary masterpiece. That vision, and the passion of our founder, Chef Ken D. Kaplan, has earned us countless accolades and a loyal following. We’re not just a lunch spot; we're a tradition.
Our reputation is built on a foundation of quality and consistency. We've been consistently voted “The Best Soup on Long Island” by News 12 Long Island, a testament to our enduring commitment to excellence. Our fame extends beyond local recognition, with features in prestigious publications like the New York Times, New York Newsday, and numerous times in Newsday.com. We've also been highlighted in local favorites like the Garden City News, Garden City Life, and the Long Island Press, as well as on media outlets such as Fios1 Cable and the Hofstra Chronicle. It's a humbling honor to be recognized by so many, and it reinforces our dedication to the community we serve.
The NY Soup Exchange Experience
Step inside our 1,000-square-foot store and you'll immediately understand why we're a daily destination for hundreds of people. We’ve meticulously designed our space for efficiency, allowing us to serve you quickly without ever compromising on quality. We understand that your lunch break is precious, and our goal is to provide a seamless and delicious experience every time.
Our menu is a carefully curated selection of healthy, quick-serve options, with a primary focus on our signature soups. Each day, we offer up to 10 varieties of our renowned soups, all prepared from scratch using the freshest ingredients available. The culinary genius behind these creations is our very own Chef Ken D. Kaplan. With multiple degrees from the prestigious Johnson & Wales University and over 45 years of professional experience, Chef Kaplan brings a level of expertise and artistry that transforms every bowl into a memorable meal. From hearty classics to creative new concoctions, there's always something new to discover.
But we're more than just soup! Our menu has evolved to meet the diverse tastes of our customers. We offer creative wrap sandwiches, served on delicious tortillas and filled with a variety of fresh ingredients. Looking for something even more customizable? Our made-to-order custom salads and grain bowls are a popular choice. We provide countless fresh ingredients, allowing you to build the perfect meal to suit your cravings and dietary needs. Whether you're a vegetarian, a meat-lover, or somewhere in between, our extensive selection ensures you'll find a healthy and delicious option.
Our Business Philosophy and Vision
The Garden City location is the beating heart of our operation. The business has been built around servicing the thriving business community in the area, and our operational model has been fine-tuned over the past 26 years to maximize efficiency and profitability. This focus allows us to provide exceptional value without ever cutting corners on the quality of our food.
Our hours of operation at the Garden City flagship store are carefully chosen to meet the needs of our core customers. We are open Monday through Friday, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This schedule has proven to be the most economical and profitable concentration of sales, allowing us to focus our efforts on what we do best: delivering a top-tier lunch experience. This model is a testament to the fact that we have a deep understanding of where our profitability can be maximized, ensuring the long-term sustainability of our brand.
The objective of NY Soup Exchange is not just to run a single successful restaurant, but to become the go-to brand within the Healthy/Alternative fast casual food market. Our emphasis is, and always will be, on quality, value, and service. The Garden City store serves as the benchmark for this vision. Its success and the lessons we've learned here are the foundation for our future growth. We plan to methodically choose our central kitchen and future retail locations to best enhance the bottom line, ensuring that the NY Soup Exchange brand continues to thrive while maintaining the same high standards you've come to expect.
Connect with Us
We invite you to visit our original location at 945 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530. Come and experience for yourself why we are one of the most popular lunch spots around. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite during your workday, meeting a colleague, or simply craving a comforting bowl of our famous soup, we are here to serve you.
Stay connected with us for daily specials and updates. We love hearing from our customers and are always striving to improve. Our Garden City location isn't just a store; it’s a community hub where good food and great people come together. Thank you for being a part of our journey. We look forward to welcoming you!