What's not to love when it comes to Shoops! This has been my go to breakfast spot when in Santa Monica. Located right off of main st, this European market and cafe whips up some of the best breakfast that'll have you running back! Highly recommend the pancakes. I've tried the blueberry and buttermilk. If you're a fan of fluffy cakes with crisp edges, this is the spot for you! Let's not forget the smoked salmon. My GOD! They gave me a bite sized sample of their freshly made salmon and I immediately ordered two. Check it out if you're in the area! Outdoor and indoor seating, fast service, reasonable prices, and many options on the menu to choose from! read more

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I'm not even a pancake person and I LOVED Shoop's!! The blueberry pancakes were soft and fluffy, and they certainly did not skimp on the blueberries. The salmon pancakes were unique and the mustard dill sauce really tied it all together. Good portion of salmon too, which was cooked perfectly. The batter for both tasted light and fresh, and it was more than easy to clean off our plates. Casual vibes, store was seemed very well-kept, and service was kind. Would love to try other menu items next time! read more

Shoop's - Salmon pancakes - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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The most amazing breakfast at Shoop's today Santa Monica the staff was amazing, warm and welcoming Ownership was at the top of their game, my My food was a 10 out of 10 I can't begin tell you how delicious everything was Very excited to come back as soon as possible Nissim and Nicolette read more

Shoop's - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

That savory salmon pancake was life changing. Never had anything like it! The outdoor seating was nice as well. I would definitely come back to try other salmon dishes. read more

Shoop's - Salmon Pancake - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Standing g at the counter waiting for my to-go order and I noticed several slabs of smoked bacon on top the counter. They were just waiting to be sliced. Ugh. Looked fantastic! I asked if I could take a picture and when I recognized it was Matt the owner, I acknowledged him and that's when he offered me several chucks of smoked salmon which were incredible! I took my salmon and egg wrap to go, with a few other places to see in a few short hours. My wrap was fantastic I will be back for a cup of coffee and a meal in the future. This needs to be on your stop! read more

Shoop's - Slabs of bacon in the morning - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Extensive menu. So many choices. I had a chopped salad and my friend had the soup and 1/2 muenster cheese sandwich combo. Service was fast & very friendly. read more

Today was my third visit, and once again, it didn't disappoint. I ordered the salmon scramble--and trust me, the salmon is a must here. Perfectly cooked and flavorful, it's definitely one of their standout dishes. The scramble comes with two sides; I went with fruit and potatoes--both fresh and satisfying. The space has a cozy, quaint deli vibe with a full restaurant inside, and the service is consistently great. The staff is always friendly and attentive, which makes the experience even better. Parking: Metered street parking is available right out front, and there's also a conveniently located, affordable lot in the back. Such a great hidden gem in Santa Monica. If you go, definitely try the salmon--you won't regret it! read more

I've been here several times after constantly seeing it on Google Maps and being intrigued. It's very no-frills - there's limited indoor seating, a bunch of outdoor seating, and you'll often have to wait in line to be seated, because it's a very popular brunch spot!! I highly recommend the bacon or banana pancakes -- they're both great. I also enjoyed the pancake and breakfast combos. Well worth the money! Inside, there's a very cool market with European goods. There's a pay-to-park lot behind the spot. read more

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Their smoked salmon is amazing! Agree with the other reviews - definitely a must try. Pancakes were delicious as well, and my friend was a fan of the wrap. Quick service, but mainly outdoor seating. The restaurant is connected to a European grocery store which I thought was pretty cool! read more

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Great local German restaurant . Food and drinks are great and waiters are always friendly. Dog friendly is always good . Really nice chill atmosphere read more

Shoop's - Vanilla latte - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Not going to lie but the Garden scramble with sourdough bread was sooo good -- it has so many veggies and feels fresh/homemade and came out really quick. Def going back to try other items read more

TLDR; Great food, Worst experience with Jeanie. We came here with excited anticipation after our foodie friend had given us a glowing recommendation of this place. Our friend wasn't wrong about the food - it was generous, and the smoked salmon was special. But the unwelcome attitude from a negligent staff member, Jeannie (Jeanie? Not sure spelling). She's the staff member who wears a green baseball cap. As it was our 1st time here, we weren't too clear on the process of ordering. It looked like there were tables outside, and a line at the register. Since we came in through the back, we thought naturally we were supposed to get in line. I see a table outside being cleared by Jeanie, so I go up and ask her: "Hi! Will this table be open?" She looks up at me with a condescending smile, and asks me in a tone very similar to the look she gives me: "Did you put your name down?" I tell her no, and apologize since it was my first time there. I then ask her where I can put my name down, and if the line at the front was it. She proceeds to give me very ambiguous answers, cheekily telling me that there's a "girl walking around with a clip board", and that this is "table service" so I can't just grab a table. Also, she tells me that the "girl's name is Avery." How should I know who Avery is? Also, I was by no means aggressively trying to "grab a table"; I was merely trying to get the proper instructions on how to even order. She continues to not be helpful, as if delighting in my confusion, a smirk perpetually on her face. I go back to my boyfriend, who was waiting in the line at the counter. It turns out to be the line for takeout. Jeanie then walks up to our line with a clipboard and starts taking names down. When she gets to us, she once again, clarifies that it is table service (not sure where this unwarranted condescension is coming from. We literally were as polite as can be) and asks us if we want to sit outside. We say yes, we do. After putting our names down, my boyfriend asks her where we should wait for our names to be called. She gestures vaguely outside. He then asks her who will be calling our names. We're so confused at this point bc there seemed to be no structure to this process, so we just wanted to make sure we didn't miss our names being called. The conversation goes somewhat like this: My BF: Will you be here calling our names when our table is ready? Jeannie: Me? Will *I* be here? What do you mean??? (very sarcastic talk-back like attitude, emphasis on "I") My BF: Yes. Or someone else. We're not sure where we should be waiting or who to look for. Jeannie: We'll be here ALLLLLL day. (again, dripping with sarcasm, not answering our question at all, but at this point we are so put off by her attitude that we don't want to continue talking to her) Our table is called very quickly. Our food arrives pretty quickly too. We ordered the Salmon Scramble and the Salmon Egg Wrap. Portions were great, price was on the more expensive side. The other servers constantly forgot to give us water, which would normally be understandable as things get busy, but we were already so miffed by our interaction with Jeannie that it was just fuel to the fire. During the whole meal, we were just talking about how unwarranted Jeanie's condescension and sarcasm was. It honestly spoiled the meal for us. She was the first person we talked to when entering, and that first impression matters a lot. I'm honestly appalled at her unprofessionalism. I really wanted to like this place. It's not everyday you find a cool deli that specializes in smoked salmon. If it weren't for Jeanie, we probably would've had a great time here. Cashier lady was nice though. She was lovely. Paid parking lot in the back. read more

Shoop's - Salmon Egg Wrap - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Yes!! The chicken noodle soup was so good. I wish I bought a piece of smoked salmon to try. Can't wait to go back. My new favorite lunch spot! read more

The food was delicious and the portions were generous. We got our food to go- so can't discuss the vibe

We need more spots like this - family friendly. Dog friendly. Good food. Relaxed atmosphere. Not trying too hard to be cool. Warm and welcoming. We go at least 2x month. read more

Shoop's knows how to do breakfast and brunch. Eggs cooked to perfection. Fluffy, fresh and delicious. Pancakes that are crispy on the outside and soft, doughy on the inside. And of course, their renowned smoked salmon. They'll give you plentiful portions of fresh, flaky, and smokey fish if you get either the salmon scramble, wrap, or pancakes. So bomb. Shoops gets busy on weekends, as do most brunch spots on popular streets. But eating here is worth the wait. And the staff is warm, welcoming, and swift with their service. Limited seating inside so you'll likely have to sit outside on the weekend. Some might mind, but I don't. Bonus that the inside is a charming little German market! read more

Shoop's - Banana pancake on top. Pineapple pancake below. - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Can't believe they would serve black/rotten avocado. What a disappointment. Never coming here again. read more

Shoop's - Tufu scramble - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

You. Have. To. Get. The. Pancakes!!! Some of the best (if not *the* best.....ooo making a bold claim here) pancakes that I've had. Not only are they super raised and fluffy, but they even have a thin crispy layer on top. Ultimate sorcery. I did get the pineapple pancakes and the pineapple addition was alright. I don't think the pancakes really needed it. I also tried the salmon scramble (wanted to also try the popular smoked salmon here); the smoky-rich-tasting salmon didn't really complement well with the lightly-flavored scrambled eggs so I ended up eating them separate from each other. The side potatoes in this entree were perfectly seasoned. The sourdough toast lacked tang. Really friendly staff. Overall 5 stars mainly because of the amazing pancakes lol (made up for the salmon scramble which I thought was okay). Make your way here and order them (you can get them plain or try the other fruit-based ones)!!! That's an order! read more

Shoop's - Salmon scramble & pineapple pancakes - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Service was great and staff was nice. They also have a great little market with assorted items. I had The Nellish, an open faced smoked salmon sandwich. The dressing that was drizzled on top was very good, like a sweet tangy flavor sprinkled with dill. Definitely coming back! Indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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A very competent breakfast spot with a German market inside. NYC deli vibe. The pancakes are excellent, with a fluffy inside and crispy outside. Really nicely done. The Shoop's Famous Bacon Pancakes - featuring bacon bits within - were good (but overshadowed by the spectacular steps of bacon alongside my plate). Next time I'll have to try the lox baguette; after our visit I've been hearing great things. Perhaps you'll beat me back to Shoop's. read more

Shoop's - Bacon pancakes - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Best banana pancakes! They also have a large variety of. Items from their deli. Highly recommend it

It doesn't get any better than this . Home made quality made with love . It always tastes sooooo good!! read more

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Shoop's is a market and café restaurant located on Main Street in Santa Monica. This review is for Shoop's European Market only. Last week after watching FIFA games, one of the teams my friend was cheering on was The Netherlands, aka Dutch who won that game. Shoop's has a good selection of Dutch snacks and also from other European countries. The store is small but compact enough with a menagerie of savory and sweet foods to capture your amazement. The staff and the owner were cordial, helpful and nice to Me and my furbaby. Although I did not dine at the café restaurant, I would consider it next time because of the kindness and hospitality of the people who work here, including the genuinely cool owner, speaks volumes which is much needed these times. Recommend! read more

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What a grape find on Santa Monica Main Street! They have a café, as well as a butcher to take foods to go. They grocery selection is fantastic, so many European goodies that are hard to find elsewhere. They have a nice beer and wine selection as well. The prices on the food and snacks are fair, considering how hard they are to source here.service was friendly and fast, excellent option if you are looking for something specific from out of country. read more

Shoop's - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

AWESOME, AWSOME AWESOME! Food was amazing, the people and the environment was like no other! Everyone was so welcome, overall had a great first experience! read more

I've become a very regular.... um... regular at Shoop's. I now rarely buy my cheeses anywhere else, as the selection here is absolutely perfect for my palate, especially their sharp smoked cheddar (there's also a non-sharp option that's just as good). If you're a brat & frank fan, there is no better place on the West side. I used to think all franks were the same, but oh-em-gee was I wrong after sampling their foot-long franks (actually, they may be longer than that, but you get it). And that brat? I can't live without it now. Their signature product is still their top-selling smoked salmon (not the lox kind, but their cooked, smoked morsels of ROYALTY). I never go more than a week without getting more. Recently, I tried their pancakes for the first time. To be honest, I'm not a huge pancake fan, but they were so convincing, I caved. I think it has something to do with the way they cook it on their flat-top grill, because that crispy yet moist goodness is the first time I've re-discovered my childhood liking for pancakes. They offer plain, bacon, and blueberry pancakes (they may have more, but my memory sucks). The true test for me was my son, who is the pickiest eater this side of the Mississippi..... and they passed with flying colors. Shoop has curated all the right selections of candy, snacks, and grocery store items, especially that salted Nordic licorice, which is another reason I always find a reason to stop by. Absolutely love the family service here. "You wanna go where everybody knows your name... " (Cheers) read more

Was excited to try this place as it was within walking distance of our hotel in Santa Monica. When we arrived, I was disappointed to see that most of the seating (apart from a few crowded tables indoors) were set up outside right over the adjacent small parking lot. Why is this a bad thing? Because the lot was uneven and sloped, making the tables a bit unstable. Also, there was some kind of sewer smell present, which is definitely undesirable when you're trying to enjoy a meal. It was also a bit confusing how this establishment runs. We figured out that we had to stand in 1 general line, then when we got to the register we let them know we'd like to eat in. They put our name on a waiting list and we proceeded back outside to wait until a table was ready. It took maybe 15 minutes. For a Sunday morning, the staff was scarce. There was literally 1 gal waiting on all the tables and she looked overworked and annoyed. I don't blame her. Everyone else (working the register and the kitchen) appeared jolly and in good spirits. I chose to have the Salmon Scramble with potatoes and fruit. The portion was generous and hearty. Their in-house smoked salmon is delicious and is what made the meal awesome. My husband kept picking some off my plate. I really wanted to try a yummy pancake, but I don't like to order more food than we can finish, so we didn't. Another thing: We also realized after sitting at our table for a while, that our waitress wasn't coming back with a check. We headed back indoors to the register, let them know which table we were sitting at (noticed it was marked with spray paint on the ground next to our table... tacky...) and then proceeded to pay for our meal. Overall, our dishes were good, but our experience wasn't as great as it could've been based on the things I've already noted. read more

Shoop's - Salmon Scramble with potatoes and fruit. Salmon was delicious! - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Incredible flavors and super filling! I was told it would be one of the best pancakes I'd ever taste and it is in fact one of the best pancakes I've ever tasted before. And I don't even like blueberries! So so yummy. Thank you! read more

Shoop's - Blueberry pancake - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Hubby and I have been to this location several times to dine at Thai Vegan and Dolcenero Gelato (both of which I highly recommend) and were happy to finally pay a visit to Shoops. The place was popping but it was easy enough to get a table outside. Orange Juice - 1/5 Supposedly fresh squeezed but didn't taste like it. For $6, this was disappointing. Danny's Wrap - 3/5 Hubby ordered this one and enjoyed it. Of the few bites I took, it had an overwhelming taste of spinach and not much else. The tiny fruit cup it was served with was laughable. Pineapple Pancakes - 4/5 I'm not a huge pancake fan but the reviews and pictures sold me on ordering one. I'm glad I did. I was disappointed that they used canned pineapples (at least it tasted that way) but still enjoyed everything. Loved the crispy edges. I added eggs and sausage to complement the carbs and they were perfect. Service - 3/5 Really bizarre. Everyone was friendly enough but their entire set up is chaotic. After we finished eating, we waited for our server to give us our bill and finally realized that we'd have to go indoors to pay. We had to track down someone to tell us what table number we were seated at. And just how many cashier lines do they have? We got into the only line we saw but then noticed other diners cutting ahead of us to pay with another cashier that was hidden from sight. Frustrating. Anyhow, the water guy was very attentive and even fixed our wonky table (since we were seated outdoors on uneven asphalt). ALSO, they charge an extra $2.00 for kitchen fees/health/etc. so just keep that in mind when you're adding your tip. Bottom line, I would return for more pancakes but would choose a different fruit like berries or banana. read more

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Really liked this place! Was planning to eat somewhere across the street but they were closed so we gave it a try and am so glad we did. The menu has a lot of breakfast foods, it was hard to decide on a meal. There were a lot of people there but we didn't have to wait long - some seating inside but mostly outside. It's a small market/deli that has some of my favorite European treats. I will definitely be back! read more

Shoop's - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Food and service are always excellent. The reason they have been around for so long and customers keep coming back.

Stopped by for a bite and was so happy that we did. The mushroom omelette with rosemary and havarti cheese was delicious. Casual spot with indoor and outdoor seating. Service was quick and friendly. Spot seemed pretty popular with lots of folks dining in or picking up orders to go. Plenty of street parking and the european market concept was so unique - picked up some chocolate and marzipan. read more

Local deli & store tucked away on Main Street. Came here on a Saturday morning around 10:30am for brunch. We got seated right away but note that this is a pretty popular spot. Indoor and outdoor dining available. Credit cards accepted. There is a gender neutral restroom on the market side behind the counter. Street parking or you can park in a paid public lot. The food came out quickly and the waitresses were friendly. The gravlax came with a fresh dill sauce and a generous amount of lox. They have Zab's hot sauce, which wasn't spicy but added a nice layering element. The salmon pancake was very fluffy and very filling. read more

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I love this restaurant and store! It is the BEST Scandinavian and german hidden gem I've ever been to. The service here is also magnificent! The guy in the meat area in front is super friendly, sweet and approachable, he greeted us with a warm friendly happy smile. Service is definitely great. It is short walking distance to the beach and to the Santa Monica pier (might take 15 minute walk if I'm not mistaken going to Santa Monica pier, not bad at all) The food is also AMAZING! We tried the smoked salmon and that one was sooo good! We came back the next day for breakfast cause we couldn't wait to come back and try more. We tried their breakfast bacon and egg sandwich, that one was good especially with the side of potatoes. The best one is the salmon with spinach salad, SUPER GOOD! Their salmon menu is the highlight here, try that and don't pass! Their little shopping area to the right is so nice! They have authentic Scandinavian, German & a bunch of European snacks you can't find anywhere else. We loved it here so much! We had a great time! read more

Shoop's - Bacon and egg sandwich and also the Spinach Salmon Salad - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Lots of vegan options! Fewer that were also gluten free. I got a salad that had chickpeas, avocado, and a vegan meat. It was yummy but nothing to write home about. It was about $20 after tip, and I was still kinda hungry after so that was a bummer. If I had gotten a bag of chips with it, that probably would've been perfect. If you want a salad, go across the street to Alfalfa's. Or if you want different vegan options, there is a vegan Thai place and vegan sushi place in the same lot. Server was nice, lots of outdoor seating, and got our food fairly quickly. So, all in all, a nice lunch but just not life changing. If they had gluten free bread, some of their sammies looked super yummy. read more

Shoop's - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Great restaurant and shop with a large outdoor seating area. Had a good bacon and egg scramble. My mom used wife had a good omelette without the eggs - yes I wrote correctly. She liked all the toppings, but not the egg part. They did a nice job of making a delicious plate. Great service, too. read more

Shoop's - Mushroom Omelette, no eggs. - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Amazing selection of European delicacies and condiments. A lot of German, Scandinavian and Dutch products. Love it.

TL:DR - Salmon scramble was ok, bad service. My girlfriend and I have been craving smoked salmon this whole week and so with our Sunday free, we had to visit Shoop's. Well known for their salmon dishes, Shoop's was a must-try place for us. We were stoked as we parked in the paid lot behind Shoop's and had a quick walk over to the restaurant. But, our excitement came to a screeching halt when we entered. If you've never been to Shoop's its arranged like any other deli store; there's a display case with fresh meats and a counter where you order from. In the back there is a small section of grocery products. Outside there are a handful of tables where you can eat. Keep in mind there is no hostess area, or podium, nothing. I lined up with the other people inside the deli, while my girlfriend went to secure a table. This is pretty standard for all deli type of places; order then find a seat. Outside, my girlfriend asks about a table to see if it was free, when Jeanie a waiter at Shoop's, begins to give her attitude. The amount of sass dripping off of her voice would make you think she was a Gen Z VSCO girl hating on the latest cheugy trend. She says that we need to find "a girl" to put our name on the list. (She literally would not expand upon "a girl" when asked for more details. Not what she looked like, or where she would be standing, just "a girl.") Mind you, we weren't the only ones confused by this ordering system, there was a couple both in front and in back of us who thought the deli line was where you order and then sit down. We all look around and see no one. I even walk around the entire deli and out onto the sidewalk thinking we missed a check-in area or hostess podium. When I come back into the deli, Jeanie is now holding the clipboard. Snarkily she asks for our name and we give it to her. She tells us to wait for our names to be called. I ask her, who's going to call us, since I never saw said "a girl." Jeanie hits us with some more snark, and says "MeEeE? Am I going to call YOuUuUuU? What do you mean?" I have no idea why Jeanie felt the need to be sarcastic with us from the get go, but she soured the mood for us. For someone that is past middle age, you would expect more maturity, but I guess some people never grow up. Onto the food now. I ordered the salmon scramble and my GF the salmon breakfast burrito. The scramble itself was pretty wet and mushy with little flavor, and the salmon on top was sweeter than it was smokey. Together they kind of make an odd pairing and didn't really hit the salmon flavor I was looking for. A little bit of salt and cholula helped save the day, but honestly I could've made something similar at home. The salmon breakfast burrito was much better, but even that salmon was a little on the dry side. Overall, the food was meh and I probably won't be back. Perhaps I'm bias after our terrible experience with Jeanie, but is it really worth it for me to try again? Probably not. read more

Shoop's - Salmon scramble and salmon egg wrap - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

We had the bacon pancakes and savory tomato basil pancakes. Enjoyed the texture of the pancakes - they were thick, a bit crispy on top and soft in the middle. Good amount of bacon included in the bacon pancakes and maple syrup and bacon is always a good combo. Glad I gave the tomato basil pancakes a try! Honestly I was a little iffy about it but really enjoyed it. The pesto and egg was great, the pancake soaks up the pesto, and the tomato adds some freshness. It went really well with the hot sauce they provided too! Service was a bit brusque and sometimes took some time to get their attention, but it was busy. read more

What a find! The food was quite good, the service was excellent and the patio seating was perfect for a nice fall day. And it didn't break the bank! read more