Family Outings in NYC With Coney Rides and Roman Slices

4.3 (100)

Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 22:30

3920 9th Ave

Boneless spare ribs lead the lightly seasoned Chinese classics at this Brooklyn kitchen at 3920 9th Ave. Hot dishes arrive in generous portions, lunch specials keep the bill low, and with one table inside, pickup and delivery do most of the work.

4.4 (19,563)

Mon, Sat – Sun, 11:00 – 20:00; Fri, 16:00 – 22:00

1000 Surf Avenue

Entry is free at this Coney Island amusement park, home to the Cyclone, the Thunderbolt and gentler family rides. Kids' rides cost around 5 dollars each, and wristbands start near 40 dollars. Grab a treat at Coney's Cones while wandering the grounds.

4.5 (123)

Sat – Sun, 12:00 – 17:00

452 Flatbush Avenue

Moved into Prospect Park in 1918, this 18th-century farmhouse explores Lenape history and the legacy of slavery in Brooklyn through a working garden, artifacts, hands-on activities and imaginative play. Admission is free, with summer hours from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Wednesday to Sunday.

4.8 (93)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 20:00; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 21:00

38 Avenue B

Roman-style square slices at this East Village counter on Avenue B start with dough fermented for 72 to 96 hours, giving a charred underside and soft interior. Yellow tomato ragu is made daily, with toppings like gorgonzola and pear, and breakfast focaccia too.