Souplantation (also known in some locations as Sweet Tomatoes) is a buffet-style chain restaurant with locations in the south, west an Midwest United States. The first restaurant, named Souplantation, was opened in San Diego in 1978. It specializes in fresh salads and soups and is open for both lunch and dinner. Separate prices are provided for children (those under two years old are admitted free) and adults. As of 2006, the company boasts 100 locations in 15 states, with over 265 million customers since first opening their doors.