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

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

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

"BEST PANCAKES EVAAARRR" My coworker highly recommended this place and it's a really nice, quaint shop near Venice beach. I'm not much of a sweets person and even though I will probably go for savory pancakes next time, the blueberry pancakes I did get were fluffy, crisp at the edges, and deliciously filling. Blueberries are like solid popping boba in your pancakes and getting a side of bacon adds a savory punch. Is it so wrong that I still liked the eggs a lot though? There wasn't anything particularly special about them, but I'm a pretty simple person. The hot sauce is good though! I also ordered one of their salmon breakfast wraps and that ended up being delicious even when I ate it for dinner. The salmon has a really strong flavor. Employees are really friendly and make you feel taken care of! There's a parking lot nearby which was $1.25 an hour (4-6 hours max depending on time of the week - the price is a steal compared to some "convenient" lots closer to the beach which can charge flat rates of $15-20). read more

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

Finally tried this place after wanting to for a long time. I got the hot pastrami which was OK but they were out of the baguette so I had it on ciabatta instead. Service is great and I like that there's a small market inside too. read more

The best breakfast! My husband got take out from here since I can't go out. I must say this is the best breakfast place in LA. They have the best smoked salmon and a great selection of salmon dishes! I got a smoked salmon pancake and a salmon spinach wrap, both were super delicious! I don't even like pancakes but their was so fluffy (keep in mind that I had takeout, I'm sure it's even better if you dine in). The eggs in the pancake was beautifully runny, but not too fridge so they made it to me safely. We also bought a lot of extra smoked salmon. Their smoked salmon was so bomb, so flavorful with great texture, not too dry- just the right amount of moisture. The spinach smoked salmon egg wrap was juicy. My husband ordered their pastrami smoked salmon sandwich, I took a bite, it was also very tasty! I heard the service was great and everyone there was really nice and friendly. read more

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The best smoked salmon I've ever had in my life. We tried the smoked salmon in both the salmon egg wrap and the lox version (on a toast). WOW. Both were incredible imo as we ate in silence, just appreciating the salmon. The egg breakfast wrap was delicious combination of flavors. Absolutely delightful. The smoke flavor is wonderful. For the lox, the texture is absolutely perfect and the least saltiest lox ever. I craved smoked salmon for two weeks after but none were Shoop-worthy. Yea so definitely coming back. Parkings in the back! It's a huge paid lot but pretty cheap and convenient. There's also a nice shoop in the back with a lot of European pantry goods and snacks! Got a lot of chocolate and snacks hehe. There was quite of a wait tho on a Saturday lunch but food was so worth it. And the staff is extremely kind. read more

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

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Amazing deli right between Venice and Santa Monica. Definitely recommend for both lunch and for breakfast. I recently got breakfast, avocado toast with smoked salmon as well as a friend egg. It exceeded my expectations. Probably some of the best smoked salmon I've ever had. Reason for 4 stars is that you have to do the avocado toast with both a fried egg and salmon, which Listed on the menu as 2 separate things. So make sure you get both or else it will be lacking!! Also it was a little pricey, but that's what I'd expect from an authentic deli and getting salmon (came out to ~19). I'll be back for many more lunches and breakfasts!! read more

Shoop's - Avocado toast with smoked salmon and an egg - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Highly disappointed. Long lines, not the friendliest staff and all the sandwiches here are embarrassing No deli should ever serve something as disgusting and pathetic as the sandwich pictured.. Salami and cheese sandwich. The thing had four slices of Salami and 1/3 an entire onion... I sent it back.. Utterly disgusting Save your time and your money, don't come here. The absolute worst restaurant on the west side read more

Shoop's - pathetic excuse for a deli salame sandwich. embarrassing paper thin slices of meat. This place is disgusting - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Fantastic breakfasts. Warm, terrific service, too. I'd like to think the place is named after Mark Harmon's character in the Academy award winning "Summer School," but I digress. It's hard to go wrong with three enormous bacon pancakes with maple syrup. The salmon egg wrap is packed full of fresh, delicious salmon, eggs, and veggies. I didn't think I would like the tomato basil pancake but the fresh pesto on top put this dish over the top in flavor. Make sure you check out the European goods inside. They've got sweets, mustards, beers, even foreign household items. Metered street parking or an enormous pay parking lot immediately behind the restaurant. Paying about $1.25 an hour in LA is a steal. Just do it. They are extremely popular for good reason. read more

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This is a MUST try as it is a completely unique and quality experience. They're a European market with a great restaurant. They're known for their smoked salmon, which is amazing! I've never tried anything like it. I am so obsessed with their salmon Caesar wrap and haven't been able to try anything else on the menu. There's so much amazing texture with the smoked salmon, croutons - OMG! You cant find this anywhere else! Such a versatile place for your whole family. My son loves their pancakes! read more

Shoop's - Salmon Caesar Salad wrap and vanilla latte - Delis Near Me - Santa Monica, California

WE LOVE SHOOP'S! This is one of our go-to spots for breakfast and lunch. We were there this past weekend and as always, they didn't disappoint. We had the salmon egg wrap and pancakes! The food and service was great. I also recommend the Vege Clevander, Gravalax and any of the wraps! Thank you Shoop's. See you soon! read more

I am a heady fan of this place whenever I need my fix of Scandinavian candy and a decent Gravlax. If you've ever lived in Scandinavia and miss certain products definitely come here. Warning Scandinavian candy is extremely addictive. The owner gives an extremely old school deli east coast vibe that is lacking in LA. Dem har Abba Sill, Kalles Kaviar, mycket olika öl, Marabou koklad och andra godis! Matt smacka bra! Jag är glad dem har inga Surströmming. read more

Great food! I had the chicken pesto sandwich and my wife had the roast beef, both were delicious! Also, really cool store inside. If you're on the fence, definitely visit and enjoy! read more

Get the Schneider!!! It's so good. Loved the sandwich I got at this spot. The grilled salami, herb mayo, and soft bread make the Schneider sandwich excellent. I generally don't go to sandwich shops because I feel like sandwiches are so easy to make at home, but this one was so tasty and very light yet filling at the same time. I got mine with the potato salad as my side. While I was surprised that the potato salad was warm (I've only ever had it cold before), it was nice. More of a vinegar forward one rather than a mayo-heavy one, which is refreshing. There is plenty of outdoor seating and a few tables indoors. Indoors there is also a market area with various snacks and other goods from European countries (mostly German from what I saw). Service was fast and friendly, atmosphere was nice and homey, and the food was great. Would definitely stop by again. read more

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

We enjoyed a late breakfast with a good variety of choices on the menu. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the nice weather. I had eggs, chicken sausage, with potatoes and fruit. My wife had eggs and blueberry pancakes. The pancakes were large and have a large number of blueberries. The chicken sausage was a bit spicy, which gave it a good flavor. I wish there was a bit more fruit but the breakfast was quite tasty and satisfying. The prices were reasonable, and we will be back when we are in the area. read more

I would eat here every day if I could. The blueberry pancakes are next level, and the cheapest option on Main Street. It's always the same two women working the cashier- it's a very local, friendly feel that I really appreciate. The tables outside are a great choice on nice days or there are a few tables inside if it's chilly. read more

Came here for Sunday brunch with my boyfriend and my puppy. Place is very dog friendly which is awesome. Food was delicious! My only complaint is how inefficient system is: you go inside put your name down and they call you when it's your turn. Very old school! The line was almost 30 mins and if you not there the moment they call your name it's your loss. I hope they come out with better system in the future. Good thing they have awesome market you can check out while waiting. Many great European snacks read more

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It's great to have a European market, but I was lied to by the staff regarding the ingredients in the potato salad. I am vegan (and do not eat pork for religious reasons!) and was told the potato salad was vegan. Having not eaten pork in over 15 years (the last time it was "slipped" to me), this caused me to have horrendous food poisoning. read more

Whole menu and food was just Meh. Over priced over hyped no quality. The service was lowkey racist

Some may think I'm exaggerating, but this is hands down the best sandwich shop in Los Angeles County. I've been coming here since I was a girl, and I always stop by whenever I'm in Santa Monica. The Clevelander sandwich is delicious if you want a uber savory sandwich with hint of sour (sauerkraut!). If you're looking for something fresh, the Riviera is lovely with lots of veggies and a grilled chicken. Portions are large so I usually share with a loved one. Coleslaw and potato salad are A+. They've grown a bit since childhood, so they now have a lot of candy options! There's wine selection, too. The cafe is always packed, but folks serve your order rather quickly. I've waited maybe 10-15 minutes which is good considering the long lines. It's a very chatty space from my experience. Very lively and jovial. Servers are a lot kinder now than they were when I was a girl. It's been 15 years, so they've hired new staff I guess and it's for the better! read more

Great food, great people. But the greed disease has finally caught up to Schoops. The prices have become outrageous, especially considering what these items cost in German stores, which is a fraction of what Schoops charges. read more

Wonderful food and super place for brunch. The staff was delightful and charming. Someone, who sounded like the owner, made some loud, unsettling comments about a customer that he should have kept to himself. read more

One of our favorite casual brunch spots. The smoked salmon/gravlax plate specifically is to die for and their coffee is excellent. I always get a dirty chai and it's perfection. My only critique is they will not make your breakfast potatoes well done even if you ask they are still virtually under done every time, if they can fix that I wouldn't go anywhere else! read more

This place is great. If you're hungry and want delicious food look no further. The portions are healthy the service is good, I typically come here after a morning swim or with friends. There's a paid parking lot behind the building, or street parking if you like. There's a great store inside that has a lot of European items you typically don't see at stores. The owner is friendly and part of the community and really knows what he's doing. I highly recommend The blueberry pancakes are some of the best I've ever had! read more

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Came to LA to visit the Getty Villa and came here afterwards for brunch. Food was excellent however, this place could use some tips on basic customer service. Upon arrival, my friends and I were unsure whether we should wait to be seated (outdoors), or just seat ourselves. We decided to seat ourselves since there were empty tables and no one has even greeted us, mind you, we were the only party (of 4), waiting at the time. Servers were not friendly and seemed bothered by the fact that we sat ourselves. Make a sign, greet people, and don't get upset when we seat ourselves due to no instructions. Otherwise, food was excellent. They offer a substantial menu with an array of options and they even have a deli inside. Would go back, but I hope next time they have some type of system in place as far as a host/self seating goes. read more

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

Can't tell ya how many times I drive past this place. Thinking it was ice cream place. Until a buddy said meet him there for breakfast. It's not ice cream. It's probably the best Breakfast Place in Santa Monica. And the deli and market is killer. Definitely worth going out of your way for. read more

Huge menu with options to please everyone, any time of day. Staff is very friendly :) Great assortment of European products in the market as well! read more

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We had a great very casual brunch here this morning! Come early and be ready for a small wait. We went over to the candle shop on the same block while we waited. They have a lovely patio outside with lots of tables. Plenty of wraps, sandwiches, salads, and brunch items. We each ordered an entree and then an order of sweet pancakes for the table. I had the Gravlax: it had super fresh salmon, lemon, tomato, and dill. Probably one of favorite brunch items I've had in awhile. The cinnamon raisin pancakes were also sweet and fluffy. Would definitely come back! read more

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We were looking for a lunch spot a bit away from the overpriced and not very good beach cafes in Santa Monica. Guided by Yelp reviews, we picked Shoop's. The food was great, my son ordered the bacon cheddar scramble, my daughter picked soup (vegetable) with a side salad. I had the Jason hot sandwich. The service was quick, although we assumed we'd have to order inside, so we stood and waited in line for a while until the waiter asked if we wanted to sit inside or outside. read more

This egg sandwich is kind of sad. Gotta fill the bread. It's half full. All the other sandwiches here are overflowing.

Excellent breakfast!!! Something for everyone one, meat eaters, vegetarians and everyone in between. Was given this place by our bellhop at the hotel. We knew it was a place mostly locals go so it had to be good and we were not disappointed. Quick service too! read more

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This place is soo delicious! Come here just for the pancakes. I prefer the fruit pancakes over bacon and savory ones bc they're more refreshing whenever you bite into a fruit. Staff is very kind and loving. Spacious patio for outside dining. Shared with other adjacent stores. While you wait for a table, you can browse their huge selection of candy!! Win win. read more

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Not a great experience. It's very popular so you better get ready for a long wait, standing. My sister and I were finally seated inside and sat waiting for a server, and waited, and waited, and waited. I finally went to the counter and asked if we had a server. "Oh, sorry". My sister had a sandwich that she barely touched and was too embarrassed to send back and she'll eat pretty much anything. My sandwich was okay. Not somewhere I would go back to because it's just not worth that line. read more

It's a must go to in the neighborhood! The staff is so kind and friendly. The setup is great. I mainly order takeout, but eat there every time my family comes in town. They always want to go and love it. Not a bad thing on the menu. Everything is delicious. My go to's are the salmon chopped salad, body wrap, and mediterranean salad. You can not go wrong with the smoked salmon. read more

Food is top notch, but I'm writing this review while waiting in line to close my tab. We come weekly. Y'all are living in the 1990's with how you take reservations and close the tab. If you've been here, you know what I'm saying. Shoops could def run a quicker check out if the wait staff had hand held credit card readers. Prob will save them so much time and energy as well. I say all this with love, I really enjoy this place. Willing to change my review to 5 stars if and when they improve their check out times. read more

I live very close to Main Street, so the fact that I hadn't tried Shoop's until recently is a bit crazy! I'm not sure what took me so long! Shoop's gives the perfect neighborhood vibe. The staff is friendly and it's a lowkey diner type vibe with a good amount of seating. The food was great! The portions are huge, the food is delicious, it's definitely a spot I'll be returning to in the future! read more

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

This place is amazing. The location alone is not only perfect, but their range of niche candy and beers are impressive, their sandwiches are also incredible, and the staff/service are next level. It's rare to go anywhere today where the employees and culture are so genuinely friendly and inviting. I highly recommend Shoops, if you're in the area, it's the place to go for an exceptional lunch experience! read more

Breakfast at Shoops... yes please! Shoops is a European Market & Cafe that serves up scrumptious breakfast, salads, sandwiches and soups all focused around quality and freshness. Shoops is family owned and operated, which you can tell from the moment you walk in. The friend I went with has been going here for years and the staff knows her and her family. The staff truly treated us like family! They have a very extensive menu and truly have option for everyone! After having a hard time deciding on just one meal I opted for the mushroom omelet with potatoes and toast, which was so yummy! They are known for their hot-smoked salmon, which looks very popular and in many dishes. I'll have to give this a try during my next visit. This place gets very busy on the weekend so go early or expect to wait if you have to. The wait is well worth it though! They also have a wide variety of European candies and snacks located in the market, which is fun to walk around a check out too! read more