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Soupergirl

Took a quick trip downtown today to check out Soupergirl, a vegan fast-food location with soups and salads.  The M Street location is so small that they don't really have eat-in capability (there was a window counter large enough for three but no benches).  Choices today included four soups, two salads and a dessert.  Offerings change daily and when they run out, they run out.  As I got there late on a Friday it is possible that there were more options available earlier.  I got the Moroccan Style Harira & Smoky Black-Eyed Peas and Greens, along with a Barley Tabbouleh and the Rice Pudding.  All selections were very good, filling, and had a home-made feeling.  While I liked everything nothing really knocked it out of the park, mostly because I could make very similar dishes at home in my instant pot, with more seasoning.  I think the bottom line for this one is that if you want really healthy food and don't, or can't, cook, this is a great, affordable alternative (which will deliver OR ship!)  They also make a point of being socially responsible with their packaging but I have to say they are missing a marketing tool by not stamping their carry-out bags with a logo or store name.  They do, however, provide a frequent-buyer card (get "X" number of stamps for free stuff).  A good choice and nice to see a nutritious option in the downtown corridor.

Counter-service Vegan with emphasis on low sodium, sugar, fat
Takoma and M Street locations, home delivery as well
https://thesoupergirl.com/

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