Unfortunately, deep-fried oysters sank under the weight of their batter; better bets are the ripe-tasting tomato bisque with blue cheese, or the creamy seafood chowder.

First there was "Seinfeld," which, with one famous episode, made it hip to stand in line for a $7 container of tomato bisque.

Fritz gave us tomato bisque and chicken with rice.

Life isn't all a bowl of tomato bisque.

The tomato bisque tasted just like Mom's; she bought hers in a can.

On a recent visit, the soup sampler trio of the day included tomato bisque, ginger carrot and mushroom truffle served in individual cups.

While tomato bisque was nothing special - the spiciness couldn't disguise a distinct canned flavor - a cup of Thai coconut-chicken soup had heat and depth.

My heart did a half gainer into the tomato bisque.

In contrast, a tasty, smooth-as-silk lobster and tomato bisque with chunks of sweet seafood was $9.50.

Frank had been carrying a dish of tomato bisque.