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“The further down the boardwalk from Coney Island beach and that monstrosity they call an amusement park, the true-er this is.” in 41 reviews
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“One hot summer night on a 2011 visit I couldn't sleep so I hopped the Q to the beach, this was after midnight.” in 11 reviews
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- Pinky And The B.Manhattan, NY82914645796May 16, 2010
Brighton Beach has so much character and is unique! It is full of life and energy!
I have never actually used the beach here. I like to go in spring if we are having a heat wave and in the fall. I walk the board walk and eat. The Russian food on the board walk is so unlike any other board walk food in the country!
All of the salads and fish are fresh. It is a bit pricey but worth it! It feels safer and cleaner than Coney Island which if you walk from Key Span parking lot you can get to Brighton beach from the board walk in Coney Island.
It is a fun place to visit. Don't expect Wailea Beach on Maui. I would suggest going to Brighton Beach to sample the culture and flavors.
Brighton Beach was made famous by Neil Simon's Brighton Beach Memoirs. It was more recently in a movie with Gwyneth Paltrow "The Two Lovers."
There has been talk of a new reality show like the Jersey shore about Brighton Beach.
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It is a fascinating subculture here in New York.
Going to Brighton Beach is like going back in time. If you want to discover New York city off the beaten path, look no further than Brighton beach.
4 stars for being the most unique and lively beach community in New York.Helpful 4Thanks 0Love this 6Oh no 0 - 250389861Aug 10, 20241 check-in
Fairly decent beach, and multiple trains stop here a block away. The sand is fine and clean, and there are a dozen lifeguard stations scattered across the beach. The beach water can be quite cold, obviously. I'd recommend getting some food or drinks at the Uzbek market nearby, since the wandering drink hawkers do upcharge a lot (unless you want to support them, of course).
It wasn't too crowded, even on a sunny summer Saturday, and there are plastic blue walkways that lead to the surf from the beachfront. No shade, so bring sunscreen!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Jul 3, 2024
Before I begin let me start off by saying that this review is based solely upon my personal experiences and my personal experiences alone, so with that being said let's go!.
Brighton Beach, this is a beach that runs along Coney Island boardwalk and beach. Coney Island and Brighton Beach both run along the Atlantic Ocean. The are iconic beaches in the southern part of the borough of Brooklyn.
If you have not been there to visit then you are missing out on one of the most beautiful beaches and places in Brooklyn NY! And I am not saying this because I was born here, I may be a little biased but that's neither here nor there!. You will thank me later!
Brighton Beach is a place worth the visit if you're ever in NYC and decide to take a visit to Brooklyn!.
I will definitely recommend taking a trip there!.Helpful 48Thanks 10Love this 49Oh no 0 - Jun 22, 2024
This beach is so easy to get to by taking the Q. This is my second time at this beach and it's been great. It's dog friendly and not too crowded. It's relatively clean and a nice getaway. There's also plenty of places to grab a bite or sit down for lunch or dinner. Recommend if you want to go to a beach within less than an hour from Manhattan.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Sep 1, 20231 check-in
This is a quiet beach. From the train station a rubber walkway allowed one to get to the water without sand exposure. I was caught up a bit in the rising tide and headed back to the boardwalk, which is open late (though the bathrooms along it are not). The boardwalk was a lively place full of various musical endeavors of questionable legality (and audiences that didn't mind). The surrounding area was relatively quiet and residential with only a few restaurants. It was certainly a place where you could swim or site quietly on the beach, even if it lacks the cachet of some of the areas with more development or a clearer view of the setting sun. And it's accessible on the train and free.
Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Annie S.New York, NY14138Jul 27, 20241 check-in
A lot of vendors selling water ice cream and liquor. Didn't have to walk far, they are walking around.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Jun 12, 2023
Known for its high population of Russian and Eastern European communities, this Brooklyn neighborhood is famous for the beaches and traditional ethnic restaurants and markets. Located next to Coney Island and the New York Aquarium, we were able to walk everywhere. We made it a tourist day and took the Q train subway to the Coney Island, walked the boardwalk, and had dinner in Brighton Beach.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 2Oh no 0 - Michele D.New York, NY38456596May 19, 2023
The beach is not officially open yet, so that means the public bathrooms are closed and there's no place to change. Protip: walk in the direction of Coney Island (west), and you will find an open bathroom across from Brighton Playground.
Why am I reviewing a public bathroom? Because the ladies attending and cleaning this place are stars, imho. The ladies here put up decorations and positive sayings all over the walls, and decorate for every holiday. With their own money. They even bought the handsoap, so use it sparingly.
The ladies here do their job with grace and class!
I hope NYC parks dept are paying them well.
RESPECTHelpful 2Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - 99723777874Nov 16, 2022
The Beach on Coney Island.
We visited Coney Island for some of the famous food items/ restaurants. When we walked down the boardwalk and saw Brighton Beach. Unfortunately we didn't bring out bathing suites, so swimming wasn't an option. But that was okay with us.
We were happy to be able to see Coney Island and the Brighton Beach. Very pretty. This has to be one of the cleanest beaches I've seen. I'm used to polluted California beaches lol Sadly, most California beaches have trash and pollution everywhere. So it was nice to see a beach that was well-maintained.
We stopped, admired the view, and then continued on with our itinerary. We had lots to see in New York.Helpful 6Thanks 0Love this 8Oh no 0 - Jul 8, 2022
I love that Brooklyn's beaches are just a (long-ish) subway ride away from downtown Brooklyn. On a hot day on a recent visit to NYC, walking along the beach was the only thing I really wanted to do! The day was steaming hot and it was a holiday weekend, so we weren't the only ones that had this idea - there were thousands of people enjoying themselves at the beach. If the weather is right and you need a change from the city, take a trip out to Brighton Beach!
Helpful 6Thanks 0Love this 4Oh no 0 - Jul 14, 2022
Beach day with my bestie and her running buddies after they did their weekend run. I was instructed to come down Brighton 4 after getting off the train. I easily found my crew and we had a lovely day chilling under the sun. It's been years since I've been to the beach here and recall it always being very crowded. The crowds were not bad today. Be sure to grab a gyro from Beyti for lunch!
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