Takashi Yagihashi's noodle-nirvana is ladling up freshly-made ramen and udon in River North that will spice up your winter. People in Ann Arbor can expect a location to open there too.

For those looking for Jewish-deli-comfort food, head over to this old-school delicatessen for the real deal, Matzoh Ball Soup. Using the same recipe since 1943, it's no surprise that it's the best selling soup on the menu.

Two signature soups (tomato; vegetable) are available to customize in two locations (French Market; Lincoln Park). Daily specials and grilled cheese sandwiches complete the winter comfort food experience.

This Andersonville hole-in-the-wall is a perfect place to grab a quick bite or order in some take-out to avoid the bone chilling weather. Made fresh, the hearty lentil soup is a nice addition to a winter meal.

If you're missing your Babcia's sour borscht soup, travel to this Polish Triangle restaurant that time forgot for a traditional serving of beetroot. If borscht isn't your fancy there are over six other "zupy" to choose from.

For the month of January, newly-appointed executive chef Donald Penza has created a soup flight featuring three 4 oz cups of soup for $8. Instead of choosing between roasted butternut squash, roasted tomato soup, or loaded baked potato, you can have them all.

For those in the mood for both barbecue and soup, stop by Chicago Q. Topped wtih a pastry puff, the smoked chicken pot pie soup contains Q's pulled chicken, smoked corn, celery, carrots, peas and potatoes in a creamy soup with thyme and garlic.

Whether you're in River North or Lakeview, stop by this quick-service soup spot for a bowl of one of the 12 different flavors.

Rick Bayless' iconic restaurant sells a take on a classic tortilla soup. Utilizing the central Mexican chile pasilla, the "sopa azteca" includes grilled chicken, avocado, hand-made Jack cheese, thick cream, and tortilla strips.

Ranging from subtle to spicy, this Japanese kitchen located in the South Loop puts their spin on the traditional udon and ramen. Just in case it's too cold to venture out, delivery is available.

This north burbs sandwich shop is a decent spot for a quick sit-down or take-away meal. Offered hot or frozen, six choices are available for choosing.

Missing the comforts of the East Coast? Giuseppe Tentori's River North seafood hotspot offers a clam chowder with Neuske’s bacon and house-made oyster crackers.

Check out this Indian spot for a change from the standard chicken noodle soup. Whether in the Gold Coast or Schaumburg, three "shorbas," or traditional spiced Indian soups, are available daily.

If the snow has you trapped in the Viagra Triangle, shuffle over to Hugo's for the "bookbinder." For $5 a small bowl, the soup features a house-made fish stock base, vegetables, dry sherry and fresh fish.

The South Loop French bistro has your cheese-laden take on French onion soup. Its "onion soup gratinee" is made with homemade beef stock and garnished with gruyere cheese and croutons.