Stopped by for brunch on a very hungry mid-noon day and was surprised by the setup, but it was a good surprise. There aren't many tables available so make sure to get there early. The really overwhelming part was the vast amount of variety on the menu! And the fact that they all sounded freaking delicious didn't help at all. The portions are quite big, so no matter how much you want to order everything, hold yourself back and just order a few. You can add on to your order, but there are no substitutions allowed. The service is also very New York vibed, so if you're looking for polite service and check ups every 20 minutes, this isn't your place. I've been here twice in two days, and I can still see myself going there over and over again read more

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The menu is a headache. Way too overwhelming. But power through and just pick SOMETHING. Friend and I finally settled on Junior plate and Encachuata (peanut mole enchiladas). Junior Plate: "Toast" gives you a lot of choices - pick the CORNBREAD! The cornbread was one of the best we've ever eaten - super fluffy, slightly sweet, and nice crisp to the outside. Eggs were nicely cooked (not overcooked), bbq pork was a little bit stringy but I appreciated it wasn't doused in sauce, and mac & cheese was good, but a little less flavor than I would like. Encachuata: The peanuts in this made this interesting, but wish that they leaned into the peanut flavor more. The mole/sauce didn't really taste like peanuts. The other thing with this dish is that the waiter asked for a spice level of 1 to 10 - with 10 being habanero. So I picked 10, and THEN he mentions that there's some ghost chili powder in there and calls me a 'spice warrior'. I'm starting to get a little nervous because I like spice, but never had ghost chili before. He gives me some sauce on the side, which tasted adequately spicy and flavorful, and then also tells me that the chef is taking extra care to put in ghost chili into my dish. Getting more nervous. Finally get the dish, I TAKE A BITE AND...it's not spicy at all. I mean, sure there's some spice in the dish, but the sauce that he gave me on the side is way spicier. I've never used this term before in a review, and I don't want to be pejorative, but this was such an apt case of 'white people spicy'. Don't be afraid of the 10, folks if you can do any level of spice. You do NOT have to be a spice warrior. read more

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Incredible spot, little piece of an older New York that is dearly missed. Never a bad plate of food and every one here is lovely.

This was my second attempt to visit Shopsin's. The line was too long with a limited personal schedule during the first try. It was a Saturday at 2pm. I got the last seat available at the counter but seats started emptying during my stay. I ordered the Blisters On My Sisters with a level 7 of spiciness. It took awhile to prepare the meal but I had nowhere to be. I enjoyed my meal while listening to a dance version of I've Heard It On The Grapevine and watching pedestrian traffic. The spice was easily manageable with the taste being varied depending on where the next bite came from. I served myself tap water which I technically didn't need. read more

Went in for lunch on a Thursday afternoon and I'd have to say this was the cruelest and most unprofessional and cruel staff I have seen in NYC in a long time. (Which says a lot). The woman working the counter and seating people was downright mean to everyone I saw her dealing with. The peak of this horrible lunch at Shopsins came from when the CHEF & Woman working the counter both verbally assaulted a female diner sitting at the counter. They called her horrible obscenities, including calling her a BITCH...yelling and screaming at her until she broke down and had to leave. All the woman did was ask if her food would be ready soon, because she had to return to work. Everyone in the restaurant was utterly shocked by the mistreatment of a person like this. Everyone's food seemed to be taking a very long time. When my food showed up, it was soggy and inedible. I waited 30min for overpriced eggs. I wish I had walked out when they were screaming at the other diner, but I think I was in shock. I will never be back to a place that treats people so horribly and overcharges for mediocre food. read more

I went in with a couple of my co workers and they refuse to sit us. We offered to split the party and they still refused. We were polite and respectful. I dont understand the issue. Horrible service. read more

There are no words for how obsessed I am with Shopsin's. Surprisingly didn't love the mac and cheese pancakes, but the blister for your sister lives in my head rent free. I go any time I'm on the LES! read more

Kenny Shopsin was a genuine New Yorker as proven by his devotion to our New York Mets. Kenny was more than a bit unique and Shopsin's General Store is a testimony to his unique brand of culinary magic. Shopsin's is not where you go for fine dining. Nor do you simply go to Shopsin's for your basic fare. You go to Shopsin's for a truly great breakfast or lunch. Real food for real foodies is the way I think about it. Shopsin's has just re-opened in the "new" Essex Market and it has a terrific new space with more tables and counter space. Sadly, Kenny Shopsin recently passed so he did not get to see his new space or the long lines waiting for a chance to eat his food. Shopsin's is now run by his daughters and one of his sons. No doubt Kenny is very proud of them continuing his legacy. read more

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Wow, worst experience ever. We waited for 20 minutes with menus without our food order being taken. So, we asked to pay for our iced tea so that we could leave. As I was trying to pay, I asked why the slow service. The waitress (in a Selena t-shirt and a Seinfeld hat) copped a huge attitude. She threatened to hit me in the head (no kidding). She and the dishwasher and the cook all swore at me. She was yelling load enough for everyone around to stop and stare. PLEASE DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY HERE. THESE PEOPLE ARE DANGEROUS AND RUDE. Essex Market should not renew their lease. Someone is eventually going to get hurt and sue. read more

Great food. Mac and cheese pancakes and the Capri quesadilla were good. Hot sauce and maple syrup combo was awesome Orange egg cream is the way to go for beverages read more

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FOOD A menu like nothing I've ever seen. From stuffed pancakes to cashew chicken to turkey dinner. The dishes are extravagant and wild but are great. Everything is made to order in a kitchen you can see in to. Can't wait to come back and try more! SETTING Quaint set-up in Essex Market. There are only a couple tables, so you May have to wait a bit if you try to go for a weekend brunch. There is seating at tables and a bar, all of which are quick and easy. SERVICE Notoriously not the friendliest, but I guess that adds to the charm (?) PRICE Average prices - you pay for what you get. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Ok so I was admittedly influenced by Hawaii based TV shows and had been dying to try Loco Moco. I was fully prepared to hate it based on the fact that it just sounded weird, but I was CURIOUS. That said, I loved it the first time I tried it and have been back. Warning. It's a tiny place so you may have a wait. BTW the market is a great place to wander around. read more

Shopsin's is a unique charming restaurant that is unlike anywhere else I've ever eaten. Even if you don't need glasses to read, you should find a pair and bring them to read this crazy menu. It is loaded with everything you could possibly want and imagine. Complex and simple at the same time, you are wild Shopsins! I've been here twice and want to come back so much more, especially now that they have moved into the new Essex Market and are all sparkley and new. Be prepared that this place is small ( it's literally within a market) and therefore you might have to wait awhile; but TRUST when I say it is worth it. I would love for them to expand to a big restaurant, but that might take away some of the quirk that makes this place truly special. Please give this place a try! 4.5/5 read more

We stopped here for brunch since there wasn't a line. You have to be in the mood for a slutty meal, since there are really no light options. I wouldn't order the Mac and cheese pancakes again... was just way too heavy. Would opt for a sandwich or egg plate. Only one waitress covering everyone but she was super attentive! Coffee refills make this place a great spot too. read more

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- Extensive Brunch menu - No reservations - Entire restaurant seats 15 people, waited 20 min for table for 4 on a Saturday afternoon - Recommend picking your food before being seated - Highly recommend the banana and cinnamon pancakes and the Slutty Stuffed Pancake Chubby 1 with mac n cheese - Menu has a creative mix of sweet and savory - The owner, who doubles as the waiter, takes no bullshit and keeps it real - Don't ask for decaf coffee - If you like hot sauce, ask for the homemade extra hot sauce, it was delicious and spicy but not painfully so read more

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This is for sure the best breakfast spot in the city -- creative breakfast and lunch items and staff with distinct, lively personality. This place couldn't be better. The two times I've been here, I've gotten something with mac and cheese pancakes, but eventually, I will branch out and evade their deliciousness for more variety. I've had tastes of the Pete sandwiches, and those have all been delicious as well (the cheesy garlic bread base is perfect). Small note that I love that the coffee is self serve; I personally find it a lot easier to just get more coffee when wanted. Chubby 1: A delicious mound of mac and cheese pancakes with eggs and bacon throughout, completely coated in cheddar cheese -- best eaten with maple syrup and the various sauces available here. This dish is very similar to the Mo Betta -- albeit a little smaller and presented differently. If you've never had them, mac and cheese pancakes are exactly what they sound like -- pancake batter basically mixed with mac and cheese -- but done in a way that keeps the pancake together nicely. Both cake-like and cheesy, these actually go very well with maple syrup. Price: 4/5 Quality: 5/5 Quantity: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 4/5 read more

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Don't bother with Shopsin's. Apparently they don't need the business. My friend heard about this gourmet greasy spoon, and invited me to brunch. Walking in, she snapped a few photos, annoying a seated employee sporting a Shopsin's shirt, who asked her to stop. As we went to a table, the same guy said, "You're not sitting down." When we asked if he was serious, he made it clear he was, and that we were not eating there. Stunned, we bid him (actually owner Kenny Shopsin) goodbye. What just happened? According to their site, no parties larger than four will be served. We didn't know that - it was six of us - and no one told us when we were ejected. Shopsin can run his place any way he pleases, but why abandon tact? Blunt behavior can add divey charm to a place, but I find it confusing that customers aren't given a chance to adapt to house rules - our incident wasn't an isolated one. I'm certain Shopsin's cooking is ambrosial (they're popular for a reason), but there are other fine places to brunch, without the attitude. read more

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What happens when you're on Death Row and can't decide on your last meal? You impose your dying wish and ask for Kenny Shopsin. He's known for saying, "There's a sexual friction that occurs when you put the wrong food in the wrong dish. That's the basis of fusion cooking." He'd be able to make your dream of a loaded baked potato pizza or Southern BBQ banana-split a reality. But if he was the official gastronomer of the Green Mile...I'd have to kill a muthafucka to have brunch. My entrance was announced by a crash of pots and pans so loud my eardrums tried to meet in the center of my head. The proprietor was passed out and using a rusty folding chair as an ottoman. The dining room is decorated like the cell of a 16 year old inmate (NY sports memorabilia, WWF action figures, seven different calendars of women in various stages of undress). Sitting at one of the three chairs facing the kitchen is like sitting in the front row of a gentleman's club, you get loads of attention. Every employee took turns ripping on us including the server that had no business making jokes while wearing this shirt -- http://rockway.biz/published/publicdata/DBROCKWAY/attachments/SC/products_pictures/Total_Manowar-Kings_Of_Metal_%5Bfront%5D_enl.jpg It's the kind of treatment you'd expect during a bachelor party, on an athletic team, or in a military unit to test how thick your skin is. Well I'm an armadillo and eventually they let it go because they could tell I was still chasing the hair of the dog that bit me. Dr. Shopin prescribed plenty of water, two breakfasts and told me where I could stick my phone rather than calling him in the morning -- ABC: fluffy scrambled eggs and sliced breakfast sausage with a chicken schnitzel garnish that had a mild fennely flavor. Mazik Jewmima: 3 layers of French toast stuffed with soft poached eggs, pumpkin silver dollar pancakes and bacon marmalade made with onions caramelized with Vermont maple syrup. 'Mazik' is Yiddish for trickster, and the cheeky cook that made mine hid not one but three eggs in different parts of the meal which reminded me of one of the riddles in J.R.R. Tolkien's Hobbit -- Q: "A box without hinges, key, or lid, yet golden treasure inside is hid" A: "an Egg" But first Zach the cook/son asked, "What in the name of Fucking, Austria (a real place BTW) is a Mazik Jewmima!?" To which Kenny replied, "Oh I changed it this morning, look on the menu." Zach, "I think you have Alzheimer's cuz you called this same dish something else last week with ham instead of bacon." Kenny, "Well I think you should eat a diyak wrapped in bacon." Just then I was about to put a forkful of deep-fried bacon in my mouth and had to put it down until my brain mopped that image from my mind. My buddy's breakfast was made by Kenny and mine by Zach, the guy to my right asked which was better? That's like choosing between the most beautiful woman in the world and the most prolific adult star. His was elegant and had exceptional taste, mine was dirty and memorable. I always wondered who was the sucker that paid the suggested 25% tip and now I know...it's me. It was the first (and probably the last) time I've ever done it. Especially at a restaurant with such snarky service, that turns away groups larger than 4 and until recently was CASH ONLY. I wanted to show my my appreciation monetarily because I could barely form a sentence after the meal. If I lived any closer, I'd think about it all the time and I wouldn't stay at home for long. I just hope I lived long enough to eat all 900 things on their menu. If my GP got a hold of my Basic Metabolic Panel directly after this meal, I bet he'd sit me down and give me the whole "You have this long to live" speech. To which I'd answer, "I think $12mil for an astronaut suit is a waste of money, and that will save your life. I prefer to fork over $25 to play Russian roulette at breakfast." read more

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"That's a lotta food man!" Thanks for the heads up, Luke. I'm glad I listened to Luke, the cool waiter, even though I was sad to tell him to cancel the Tater Titties as I was very intrigued to try them. I came a day earlier only to find a huge line, and it was already after 1 PM, so I just left knowing that they close for the day at 2 PM. This time, I came much earlier and got here at 11 AM, only to still find a decent-sized line. It's a good thing when there's a bit of wait though, because it gives you the time you desperately need to study this overwhelming, panic-inducing menu. I knew I had to try the Mac & Cheese Pancakes, but I also wanted to try a bunch of other stuff since there are so many great choices, so I went with one of the Three Step Happy Breakfast Trays, A30: Duck Gyro, Chipotle Blisters On My Sisters and the Mac & Cheese Pancakes ($27, which sounds like a lot of money, but this is a TON of food). Each of the three "steps" was practically a meal in and of itself, and all were incredibly delicious. The gyro was overflowing with juicy duck, the "blisters on my sisters" had some nice kick to go with the great fried egg on top of tasty rice and beans, and the generous stack of 4 or so Mac & Cheese Pancakes were just awesome. I started to get short of breath and even I couldn't finish this. I was a bit full though already from the Slutty Shake, which consists of pistachio, pumpkin and peanut butter ($10, which is a lot of money for this. But it is really delicious). This was super thick and served with one of those huge straws like the ones you get at bubble tea places, so you could inhale some delicious chunks of pistachio along with the peanut butter and pumpkin. Very pricy, but very good. Lastly, everybody talks about how good the Ebelskivers are, so I had to try some of the Chocolate Ebelskivers ($10) even though I couldn't even finish my breakfast tray. These are amazing - you get 7 little doughnut-hole type things, with a big pile of whipped cream to go with them. They are piping hot, and filled generously with a ton of gooey chocolate. Make sure you get these, no matter how full you are, which you will be if you order the right stuff. This place is a dream come true for a fat kid that grew up in the 80's (e.g. me). Amazing gut-busting heart-palpitating food, sweet wrestling trading cards on the walls and Ghostbusters and other toys everywhere, this is one of the most unique, delicious and fun dining experiences you could ever ask for. Though the wait can be extremely long, even once you get seated and it takes a whole lot longer for the food to come out, it's a pretty entertaining wait. The owner, Kenny, sits in a chair in the middle of the tiny restaurant, and just shouts at the kitchen every now and then with completely random thoughts, often thoroughly expletive-laden. For example, he started talking about different colors he likes and how we decided to go with an orange background for the Orange Julius section of the menu today when he printed them out from his computer. Often the cooks are understandably busy and shout back that they can't hear him, which he usually can't hear, which leads to even more confusion and random shouting. Good times. If it weren't for the wait and the unpredictability of it all, I would be back way more often. I could come everyday for a year and still find more great stuff to try. But given both the price and the detriment to your health, this is more like a once in a while type meal. I'm counting down the time until I can come back though. read more

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Before coming to New York I had heard about Shopsin's wide range menu of food. Their breakfast in particular looked good and by surprise Shopsin's was right across our hotel. Shopsin's is actually inside of a market on Essex street. The place itself has limited seating and is not really good for big groups. I ordered the s'mores pancakes (I love sweets don't judge!!). They were delicious! Food was cheap and it came out pretty quick. There were just so many options to chose from but I'm glad I went with the s'mores pancakes! read more

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This place is magical! I had the Mac and cheese chorizo pancake and it redefined pancakes for me. The texture and flavor are both incredible. I also had the banana pecan brown sugar French toast. It has a perfect crispy crust and some soft and gooey fillings. Highly recommend! We went for Sunday brunch and got there right when the place opened at 10am. We got the last table available. The service is friendly and efficient! read more

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Shopsin's is tucked inside Essex market, which feels very European (y'know, little cafes attached to market booths). But that is exactly where the similarities to a European cafe end. Firstly, the aesthetic is very kitschy, with knick-knacks, weird posters, and tchotchkes hanging around everywhere. (Something out of American Pickers, for sure). Also, if you come here, prepare to be chastised (especially if you ask for any substitutions). Don't be scared: it's their schtick--but if you don't know that, it can be quite jarring when the waiter drops an f-bomb or insults you for taking too long to choose a meal (my friend didn't know service was like this and was scarred for life after the meal!) The menu is huge. Like, bigger than Cheesecake Factory huge. But with the same heart-attack inducing options for sure; definitely artery-clogging with crazy combinations of foods that you would never think to put together. And the food is really good, despite the gimmicky choices! My friends and I split the "Zesty" (duck sliders with grilled onions, scrambled eggs, and cheese, with two mac and cheese pancakes as buns... yes, mac and cheese pancakes!--served with maple syrup) and the OG slutty pancakes (which were regular pancakes stuffed with peanut butter, pumpkin, and pistachio and served with sweet ricotta). Some people like to say that these are the best pancakes ever; personally, I think it's the fillings/toppings that make them a novelty--they're good, and they're definitely the most unique pancakes I've ever had, but I wouldn't say they're the BEST. However, I was skeptical about the mac & cheese pancakes, but they were better than I expected. I've been converted into a believer. Will definitely have to bring some other friends/family here. But only three at a time-- DEFINITELY don't come here with a group bigger than four. There are signs EVERYWHERE that warn against that. Just... don't. read more

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I didn't get kicked out! My boyfriend and I had lunch here on the afternoon of Valentines Day (it was an exceptional food day for me, I gotta tell ya.) Located in the Essex Market, Shopsin's is legendary. I had no idea who Kenny Shopsin was when I entered the restaurant, but knew after leaving that I had to know more about him. Anywho, we were seated, but immediately told about the 4 check maximum, so we were unable to order immediately. It have me time to take in everything. All the knickknacks on the walls, the cursing coming from Kenny's son, and some less-than-complementary comments to some regulars. It was all part of the ambiance and I was hooked. I'm glad they gave us time to look over the menu while not taking our order. Have you seen this thing?! You could eat there every day for 6 years and not have anything on the menu twice. I didn't know they tell people to get out (this is putting it politely.) Once we were able to order, we were told about not being able to share one order, so we were force to each order an entree. My boyfriend ordered a platter that had a duck gyro, bacon Mac and cheese, and banana brown sugar pancakes. Holy deliciousness batman. Duck gyro was crazy. Bacon Mac was equal parts bacon to noodles, so good. And the pancakes. Oh my god the pancakes. Best I've ever had in my life, by far. We also ordered this fried naan bread thing filled with garlic cloves, chickpeas, spinach, and coconut flakes. Also delicious. I really loved my visit here. It was fun, different than I've ever experienced, and the food was amazing. Can't wait to come back! read more

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TAKES RESERVATIONS: No, so get here early. I heard and read there is usually a wait, but for some reason on the Sunday morning (10am) that I went, there was no line. GOOD FOR: Breakfast, Brunch. If you're craving for ANYTHING, this restaurant makes it all (See Menu Selection). RESTAURANT SIZE: The restaurant is small, let me be clear, VERY small. There are only a few tables and seats, so be prepared to feel like you're sitting in a box .. for munchkins. DÉCOR: Nothing fancy here, just random pictures and toys on the walls. I did observe some bobbleheads near the register and a huge NY Giants towel hanging from the ceiling. MENU SELECTION: This is officially the largest menu selection of items I've ever seen in my life! I don't know how they manage to squeeze in so much into that tiny kitchen, unless they have some secret doors leading to other laboratories creating these concoctions. The list of items range from the everyday breakfast items that you see at diners to the extraordinary like the Cap' N J. There's so much on the menu, it'll make your head spin! FOOD: We ordered the Huevos Rancheros with Short Ribs and the Cap N J. The serving size for both were huge. The short ribs were extremely flavorful and soft. The Cap N J was a monster! It was basically as advertised, a panko fried chicken on scrambled eggs inside 2 mac n cheese pancakes. Yes you read that right and it was amaze-balls! SERVICE: There was just 1 waiter and he also worked the register. He was quick and no non-sense. NOISE LEVEL: Fairly quiet as it's a very small "restaurant". FINAL COMMENT: Will DEFINITELY be visiting again ... and again ... and again! read more

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Upon first glance at the menu, you may be overwhelmed by the different options, but regardless of what you order, you'll be stuffed and overly satisfied! I ordered the Hunky Dory, which was extremely delicious! It came with glazed up duck and BANGIN Mac and cheese (as well as your choice of a bread and eggs). Will be coming back to try other things on the menu! read more

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The serving portions were enormous; and the price was very reasonable! The breakfast sandwich--Egg, Cheese on a Rol--was so large I shared it with my husband. It was tasty--not greasy. The coffee is self-serve; very good and hot. The space is small, but we felt comfortable sitting at the bar. Melinda and the Head Chef were very gracious and congenial. It is a must-try restaurant! read more

Located inside bustling Essex St market Shopsin's has something for everyone. The menu is expansive and creative in addition to boasting all of the deli classics. I did not love the latkes they made. read more

Absolutely terrible experience with one of the staff members. We never even ate or sat down we came inn specifically to eat there as per recommendations and the pictures we see every time we pass Essex market. Well we walk in and are greeted with if you want to sit down you can't bring that outside drink in her(coffee we just got from another kiosk) when we ask why as at least give us a reason she would not then we asked again and she said "what do you not get I don't understand" Thanks for the no explanation and unwarranted attitude needless to say we will never step foot in there again as long as the women behind the counter works there. Sad because the food actually looked great! read more

Shopsin's- Essex Marketplace-New York City 5.0 As I found myself in the Big Apple getting some artwork on the canvas that is my back, and a man has to eat, I thought I might get some work in as well, killing two birds with one stone as it were. Grabbing my ever-present random name generator, I punched in my city and Shopsin's scrawled across my screen. Grabbing a cab, I headed towards the Lower East Side. After being shown a table and handed menus, I relaxed and began to peruse the said menu. 125 different kinds of pancakes? Well, we all know I love griddle cakes and so it was off to the races so to speak. A male human soon approached our table and presented us with a very bad attitude. He literally refused to help us until my dining partner got down and dirty with him. As this transpired all I could think was it sure is a good thing we here at Todd, The Big Boy Dining Out, only rate on the execution of edibles or this place would tank in my review. Thankfully, our server took our order for Lemon Poppy, Cookie Puss and Mac and Cheese (yes, you read that correctly) pancakes. As he scurried off to the kitchen, I glanced around the place. It was clean, orderly and packed--all good signs of the things to come. It wasn't too long before our server (his name escapes me) was seen returning with our order. Grabbing my silverware, I turned towards the feast with alacrity. As one can see by the pictures everything looked amazing and if it tasted a quarter of how it looked, I knew I was in for a real gastronomical treat. First up on the palate was the Lemon Poppy pancakes. These were light, fluffy, cooked to perfection and amazingly flavorful. The lemon flavor was such that it had to be from fresh lemon juice and rind. These were truly some of the best flapjacks I have ever had. Next up was the Cookie Puss cakes, This consisted of two Oreo cookie pancakes, marshmallow fluff and Frosted Flakes. One would think that after one bite diabetes would set in, but despite all the sugar in the ingredients they were not overly sweet. In fact, if I had a ten-star rating, these would get it that is how good they were. As the Lemon Poppy flannel cake, these were light, fluffy and grilled to perfection. Sadly, we have come to the last item up for review, the Mac and Cheese slapjacks. When you start with homemade Mac and Cheese, as this obviously was, you can't go wrong. This might sound like a strange menu combination, I mean who would think of adding Mac and Cheese to a pancake? Maybe the same person who came up with the delectable combo of Chicken and Waffles? Regardless, these were out of this world good. The pancake was as the others light, fluffy and perfectly done. The homemade Mac and Cheese was creamy, cooked to perfection and brought a tasteful, unique flavor to the dish. Again, if I had a ten-star rating, this would be it. Todd, the Big Boy Dining Out, says, "If you're near the Lower East Side, hungry and want an amazing meal, stop in Shopsin's and enjoy the feast!" read more

I have been kicked out of Shopsin's before; but Kenny Sr. did it with charm and character- it was almost fun to get bounced. Today when I was kicked out, it was just silly. The place was empty and we didn't violate the (questionable) rules; they were rude for sport because they think it makes them "cool". The place has lost it's soul, and their stupid antics is not bringing it back. I can't knock the food, it's good. But if you go you just have to have backup plans. Who knows what you are going to get with this new regime. read more

The restaurant is really small. There is quite a wait. The service is meh. There are stupid rules. The menu is confusing. The prices are ridiculous. BUT the food is really, really good so all is forgiven. If you're not sure what to order, I recommend the mac n cheese pancakes, the chocolate ebleskivers and blisters on my sisters. read more

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Located inside the Essex Street Market you'll find this restaurant tucked in the corner of the market. Only a handful of tables and a small kitchen it's amazing the amount of quality food they produce out of there. Wait wasn't too long for brunch on marathon weekend and we were soon situated and going over the immense menu. Quite confusing to read but once you get the hang of it you can zero in on your craving for your meal. I'm a fan of the Mac an cheese pancakes which is exactly as it sounds mac n cheese mixed into pancake batter for wonderful savory discs. I also got the chorizo omlette. Cooked perfectly with quality chorizo. it matched up well with the house hot sauce. Spicey with a kick. The pancakes also matched well with the maple syrup they provided. All in personal size bottles. With a strong cup of joe it made for a great brunch. We ended it with eblskivers, the caramel flavored. Hot fluffy with a great caramel filling which you can dip in their house made whip cream. Great spot for a hearty creative brunch. read more

Shopsin's - chorizo omlette with mac n cheese pancakes. - Sandwiches Near Me - New York, New York

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Sooooo... how has this place not been on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives? I feel like this eclectic little diner tucked away in the Essex Street Market is the type of place that makes that show as interesting as it is. Maybe they are just trying to preserve their exclusivity to avoid having annoying tourists ruin it for the regulars. Lines are long, the waiter (yes singular) lacks a big personality, the menu is huge and confusing, but there are very few items on this menu that make you say, "Oh that is something I normally get, I wonder how it tastes here." That is because their menu is built for more for the daring individual. You want a duck gyro for lunch? Come here. You want pancakes with mac and cheese or s'mores mixed in to their batter? Then come here. From their offerings to the names of the dishes (Pancakes are called Sluttys which is somewhat appropriate as it is located next to a sex-ed art gallery), you are entering a brunch world unlike anything you have ever experienced before. I also recommend the poutine and blisters on my sisters (sunnyside up egg over rice, beans, veggies, and a slew of other options for ingredients mixed in). Buyers beware: Long lines so get here early. Only one credit card allowed per table. Look over the menu before heading here because that thing is daunting. Next time I am getting The Zesty (3 bbq duck, egg sliders, on mac and cheese pancakes), The Bread Pudding French Toast, or the Egypt Slutty Cakes (chocolate, peanut butter, marshmallow, banana pancakes). Cant wait to come back. read more

Shopsin's - Wowza s'more pc chorizo guac and spinach and a - Sandwiches Near Me - New York, New York

This small resturant is located in the corner of the grocery store. Second the pricing here on the dishes are a bit much. Expect to spend 55 to 65 for breakfast for two with coffee. I had the fidel skillet under the blisters on my sister's area of the menu. This skillet was layered with yummy refried beans, cheese, egg and other goodness. I absolutely loved all of the hot sauces they brought to the table. So good. My wife got the snitzel bowl which was pretty disappointing. Visually it was very off putting. It looked as if they scraped the scraps from the remaining plates into a bowl and lined the bowl with snitzel. Yeah kinda gross. The waiter did take half the cost off the bill though for the snitzel bowl when he saw my wife didn't really touch it. read more

Shopsin's - The fidel is legit - Sandwiches Near Me - New York, New York

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Look, Shopsin's is an experience as much as it is a restaurant. You have to know what you're walking into or else you will end up as part of the entertainment. Abide by the rules and you'll be fine. Those rules being no parties greater than four, each person orders a meal, no substitutions, and no talking on the cell phone. It also helps if you're not a vegan. With his long legacy of kicking people out, I was nervous sitting at the counter right in front of the legend himself, Kenny Shopsin, but I soon realized I had nothing to worry about. Kenny was deep in conversation with another patron, and I immediately felt at home in their quirky little space. I already pored over the menu before I came and wanted the sliders, which I had heard were the best in the city. I'm no slider expert but these were definitely tasty and very filling. I slathered them with hot sauce (there are six homemade choices in a little rack at each table), and they tasted particularly amazing with the smokey deep red one. Yum. They're also one of the more affordable things on the menu. The best part is the theatrics of eating there. Towards the end of my meal, Kenny's son, who mans the kitchen, came out and screamed expletives at his dad for misplacing something in the prep station. What followed is not family-friendly enough to write here but was super entertaining and totally playful on their part. Kenny made a wisecrack about his son's sex life and just like that, it was over. My only complaints are that the prices are pretty high, and the place is tiny. Expect to wait for a table unless you get there at 10am or earlier. The service can definitely be snarky but as long as you respect their rules, you'll be fine. I actually quite liked the waiter. The well-meaning Denver native next to me tried ordering off the menu (avocado toast) and got a rude reply, but she should have known better. This is not the place to order avocado toast. I'm definitely coming back to try something more creative next time! read more

Been coming to Shopsin's for years and have seen them through all of their various locations. Yes, the food is truly unique, one-of-a-kind and very tasty. I also enjoy the quirkiness of the staff and what I call their 'No crap from customers attitude'. If you're not truly open-minded and/or adventurous then this is not the place for you, stay away. For everyone else go and enjoy some great food. read more

Finally made it here with no wait. Maybe it's because I got there 15 minutes before hey opened. Tried one of the "Pete's" with chorizo poached eggs and cilantro. Their poached egg game was off but they knew it and told me they would give me better ones. It was delicious and enough food for 2 people. It's nice to have 6 hot sauces to try from but some of them weren't for me. read more

Shopsin's - Sandwiches Near Me - New York, New York

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Aggressively rude service - not something anyone would want to wake up to. Bad experience began when they asked to see our proof of vaccination and called it a "disease pass" (red flag for me if anyone calls it that). Very off-putting service in general. Not ADA compliant. They make up there own discriminatory rules. Would not recommend this "diner" to anyone. (I've been a LES resident for over 10 years, I rarely come across brash people like this). read more

Shopsin's - Sandwiches Near Me - New York, New York

So good we ate here multiple times during our visit! Their pumpkin pancakes are legendary, and they did not disappoint! Also tried the Chubby #1 - which is a mac 'n cheese stuffed pancake with eggs, bacon, and cheese. It was AMAZING!!! The breakfast burrito with chorizo is also delicious. read more