Neigborhoods

Bergen Beach

Bergen Beach, a small, residential enclave along the shoreline of Jamaica Bay in southeast Brooklyn, was once an island off the coast of Canarsie, a larger neighborhood now across the narrow Paerdegat Basin.

Dining: There are few restaurants in Bergen Beach, though residents can find a slightly larger selection in neighboring Mill Basin. Local options include the Bergen Beach Cafe, on Avenue U; Gourmet Grill, on Avenue N; La Villa Pizzeria, on Avenue U; and Pinocchio's Restaurant, an Italian spot on Avenue N.

Shopping: The neighborhood includes two shopping centers for basic items and groceries. Nearby is the Kings Plaza shopping center, at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue U, with more than 150 stores and restaurants including Macy's, Sears, Best Buy and H&M. Box-store shopping, including Target and Bed, Bath & Beyond, can be found in the Gateway center in East New York.

Entertainment: The Jamaica Bay Riding Academy is situated along the Belt Parkway. Strike 10 Lanes, a bowling alley, is on Strickland Avenue. A multiplex movie theater is in Sheepshead Bay.

Source: WSJ