The 22nd annual Bowls & Books Soupfest Contest returns to the Rhode Center for the Arts on Wednesday, March 26. This beloved community event features 16 local restaurants competing in a friendly soup showdown while supporting the ongoing renovation of the historic Rhode Center.
Attendees will receive a scorecard and a commemorative bowl, provided by Copy Center, to sample and rate an array of delicious soups. Eight restaurants will serve at lunch (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM), with another eight different restaurants serving at supper (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM).
Admission & Tickets
• Adults: $20 per session (lunch or supper)
• Seniors (65+) & Students (up to age 12): $15 per session
• Includes a signature cup and unlimited soup tastings!
Participating Restaurants & Featured Soups
Lunch Session (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM):
• 24’s Rumors Lounge – Chicken Corn Chowder
• Frank’s Diner – Swedish Meatball Stroganoff
• Kaiser’s Pizza and Pub of Kenosha – Toscana
• Ono Kenosha – Kabocha Soup (Japanese Squash)
• Public Brewing Company – French Onion
• Ruffolo’s Pizza – White Chicken Lasagna
• Villa D’ Carlo – Lasagna Noodle
• Waterfront Warehouse & La Fogata Mexican Grill – Chicken Tortilla
Supper Session (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM):
• Captain Mike’s – Smoked Turkey & Pepper Jack Cheese
• Century Pub & Eatery – Pickle Soup
• Church & Market – Zuppa Toscana
• Coopers Uptown – Bacon Chicken Pot Pie
• Kenosha Tap House – Beef Barley
• Rustic Road Brewing Company – Chuck’s Cheesesteak
• Twisted Cuisine Catering – Creamy Vegetable
• Union Park Tavern – Irish Cheddar w/ Brown Bread Croutons
Additional Attractions
Beyond the soup tastings, attendees can enjoy:
• Local authors showcasing and selling their books
• The Spring Art Show & Contest at Pollard Gallery
• 50/50 raffles held throughout the event
Proceeds Support Rhode Center Renovations
All proceeds from Bowls & Books go toward the ongoing renovation of the historic Rhode Center for the Arts, a restoration effort spanning over 30 years.
How to Get Tickets
Tickets are available for purchase at:
📍 Pollard Gallery (518 56th Street, Kenosha, WI)
📍 Copy Center (5036 6th Avenue, Kenosha, WI)
📍 Online at www.rhodecenter.org
📍 At the door on the day of the event
For more information, call (262) 654-9030 or email copycenterkenosha@gmail.com.
Join us for a day of delicious soups, great reads, and community spirit while supporting a historic landmark!
