Sometimes, nothing hits like a hot soup. Whether it’s as an accompaniment to a sandwich or salad, or on its own as a hearty filling meal during winter, our readers are here to guide you to their favorite soups. Ranking in first place is the French Onion Soup at Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse (4751 Owen Ayres Ct, Eau Claire), full of the delicious umami flavor. In second place is the Chicken Dumpling Soup at Randy’s Family Restaurant (1132 W MacArthur Ave, Eau Claire), proving that sometimes the best thing is what tastes like home. Our readers have put Any Soup at Eau Claire Cheese & Deli (1636 Harding Ave, Eau Claire) in third place; so no matter what you pick to pair with your sandwich, you’ll be in good shape. —James Johonnott