Bensonhurst

Throughout the mid-20th century, Bensonhurst received an influx of resident from all around the world.  Such diversity is reflected in the eating and shopping options that are available in the neighborhood. Major streets where you will find coffee shops, restaurants and bars include 18th Avenue, 86th Street and Bay Parkway. 

The neighborhoods location is next door to waterfront communities such as the famous Coney Island and Bath Beach.

Bensonhurst has been well known as the Little Italy of Brooklyn because of its large Italian-American population. The annual Festa di Santa Rosalia, also known as "the feast", is hosted in the neighborhood in late August. This annual end-of-summer celebrations attracts thousands as it features a selection of traditional food, rides, live music and much more. Bensonhurst is also home to one of the most renowned pizzerias of New York City, Lenny's Pizzeria. The opening scene of the movie Saturday Night Fever features John Travolta walking down 86th Street and grabbing a slice to eat at Lenny's Pizzeria. Due to this, the pizzeria has now become a major attraction frequented by locals and reisdents from around the city. For those who like to stay active, the namesake park of Bensonhurst is equipped with amenities such as basketball courts, playgrounds and expansive green spaces.