Climb Squid Tentacles, Then Unwrap Shawarma
Look for colorful fish embedded in the outdoor sculpture before a meal of meat, vegetables and fries tucked into wraps. Slippery climbing surfaces and occasionally very hot fillings call for a little care at both stops.
Surf Avenue and Brighton Beach
A Marine Playground Pause
Giant Squid in Asser Levy Park is an oversized sculpture designed for hands-on play on Surf Ave. Colorful fish are embedded in the tentacles, giving younger visitors details to spot between climbs. The climbing surface can get a bit slippery, a practical concern when supervising children. Worn paint shows the structure needs repainting. The attraction is open 24 hours daily, leaving families flexibility over when to make this outdoor stop.
Brighton Beach Counter Seats
CIS-style shawarma at Meet Wise Meat comes filled with meat, vegetables, and fries. Orders go through a self-service kiosk inside the small dining space. Some wraps arrive extremely hot throughout, with pickles and vegetables softened by the heat. Check the filling's temperature before taking the first bite. Daily hours run from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, setting a clear cutoff for an evening meal.
Playfulness Meets Appetite
Giant Squid in Asser Levy Park invites children to explore oversized tentacles and embedded fish, while Meet Wise Meat centers the experience on shawarma filled with meat, vegetables, and fries. The connection is texture, a climbing surface that can become slippery at the sculpture, and pickles and vegetables that can soften when the entire wrap is heated intensely. Together, the Brooklyn pair connects outdoor play with counter dining through the small physical details that shape each experience.
