A legendary NYC diner w/ an iconic, extensive menu. Famed for creative dishes & good vibes—a must-try.
This iconic American diner, a legendary spot in NYC, is known for its eclectic and extensive menu that draws a devoted following. While it has undergone changes, including a move and menu adjustments, it continues to offer a unique dining experience. Customers often rave about the creative dishes and the overall vibe, making it a must-try for those seeking a distinctive meal.
Shopsin's offers a highly eclectic American menu with a vast array of creative dishes, particularly known for its pancakes and unique combinations like mac and cheese pancakes. While some older menu items may be gone, the current offerings are still widely praised for their inventiveness and flavor, with the mac and cheese pancakes being a frequently mentioned standout.
"The mac and cheese pancake is a highly recommended and unique dish, praised for its unexpected yet delicious combination of flavors."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, appreciating the unique and extensive menu, and the overall dining experience. Some nostalgia exists for the past, but the current iteration is still highly regarded.
Important Note
Some long-time patrons note that the menu has been reduced or changed since the passing of the original owner, Kenny Shopsin, and since its relocation.
"This commenter noted that Shopsin's has pretty great hot sauce."
Positive"The user recalls eating at Shopsin's with the old menu, finding it easy to get into trouble due to the many rules, but felt the food was worth it."
Neutral"The user suggests looking at the original Shopsin's menu, which was much longer, and notes it has become smaller over the years, especially after Kenny's passing."
Neutral"The user finally visited Shopsin's and found it wonderful, planning to return frequently to try more of the menu."
Positive"The user lists Shopsin's as a recommendation."
Positive"This user listed Clinton Street and Shopsins as potential pancake spots in NYC."
Neutral"This user personally recommends Shopsin's and EJ's."
Positive"The commenter agreed with the sentiment that Kenny Shopsin's passing is sad."
Negative"The commenter expressed sadness about the passing of Kenny Shopsin."
Negative"The commenter stated that Zach, Kenny's son who runs Shopsin's, has a great sense of humor and can make people laugh intensely."
Positive"Responding to a comment about Kenny Shopsin, the commenter expressed admiration and mentioned that Kenny's son now runs the Essex market location, recommending the cookbook."
Positive"The commenter used to frequent Shopsin's weekly when the original owner, Kenny, was alive and shared a fond anecdote about him."
Positive"The commenter recommends watching the documentary 'I Like Killing Flies' about Shopsin's and its late owner, Kenny, noting his son now runs the shop."
Positive"The commenter loves Shopsin's and plans to copy the user's list for their next trip, expressing enthusiasm for the restaurant."
Positive"The commenter enjoyed Shopsin's and mentioned mac n cheese pancakes."
Positive"Shopsins is mentioned as an American fare brunch option within walking distance in the LES."
Neutral"Shopsins is recommended as a brunch spot in the Lower East Side (LES)."
Neutral"This user highly praises the documentary "I like Killing Flies" about Kenny Shopsin's restaurant, considering it a masterpiece."
Positive"Shopsin's is simply listed as a go-to breakfast spot."
Neutral"The commenter visited Shopsins for the first time and found it to be a solid breakfast place they would return to if it were more conveniently located."
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