First Friday Kicks Off 2025 with Sold-Out “Souper Bowl” in Manassas

First Friday returns to Historic Downtown Manassas on Friday, February 7, 2025, with one of its most beloved events—the Souper Bowl. This highly anticipated food festival, where attendees sample an array of soups from local restaurants, has officially sold out.

For those lucky enough to have secured tickets, the Souper Bowl offers a unique culinary experience, allowing participants to venture through downtown, tasting a variety of soups from both returning favorites and new contenders. Each restaurant has put its best ladle forward, hoping to win the title of best soup in town.

Here’s What’s on the Menu:

This year’s lineup features an eclectic mix of flavors, from classic comfort food to adventurous international dishes.

• Rangoli – Hot and Sour Soup @ Manassas Olive Oil
• Vera’s Kitchen – Desta’s Lentil Soup @ Kerbobble Toys
• SEMIFREDDO – Roasted Corn Soup @ Totally Vintage Design
• Ashton Family Restaurant – Beer and Chicken Soup @ Freedom Museum
• Zach Murphy – “Jeff Kha Gai” (Thai Coconut Soup) @ Calico Jack’s
• Monza / Carmello’s – Tomato Basil Bisque @ Shining Sol
• Honey and Ivy Gluten Free – Cocoa Cloud Dessert Soup @ Honey and Ivy
• Voodoo Brothers Cajun Creole – Voodoo Chili @ Studio Luxe And The City
• Mariachis – Mexican Beef Soup @ The Things I Love
• Doug’s Deli & Taproom – Tomato Basil Soup @ Black Metal Mercantile
• Hog Shack Bar-B-Q – Brunswick Stew @ Old Towne Man Cave
• Puerto Rico Cafe – Asopao de Pollo @ Grounds Central Station
• Lume – Pork Belly Ramen @ Dabble_CRC
• Zandra’s Taqueria – Pasta e Fagioli @ Popcorn Monkey
• Philadelphia Tavern – Tortilla Soup @ Fillagreen
• Crossroads Tabletop Tavern – Borschty-Borsch-Borsch-Borscht (aka Muppet Stew) @ Ashby Jewelers
• City Tavern – Clam Chowder @ District Hemp Botanicals
• The Bone – Chicken Tortilla Soup @ Sinistral Brewing Company
• Chef Donnella Pearson – Brazilian-Inspired Tomato Soup @ The Meredith House
• Ashton Family Restaurant’s Meat Chili – Paired with Texas Roadhouse’s fresh-baked bread @ Aroma Wine Tasting

With a mix of bold flavors and comforting classics, this year’s Souper Bowl promises to be an unforgettable event for soup lovers.

Which Soup Will Reign Supreme?

As attendees explore downtown and taste each soup, they will have the chance to vote for their favorite. The restaurant or chef with the most votes will earn bragging rights until next year’s competition.

First Friday’s Souper Bowl is just one of the many signature events that bring the Manassas community together each year. While tickets are no longer available, those who secured their spot are in for a treat.

Stay tuned for the winner announcement—and if you missed out this time, mark your calendars for next year’s event.