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    Thunderbolt Roller Coaster

    4.2 (17 reviews)

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    Dewan A.

    Great ride. 1) It is my second favorite ride in Coney Island after the Cyclone. 2) Probably the best steel coaster you will get outside Six Flags in the NY-NJ area. 3) But it cost 10 bucks. Kinda expensive, but the line is short.

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    It's smoother than the Cyclone being that it's steel track however those loops, and inversions make this coaster a challenge.

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    Coney Island Beach and Boardwalk - Coney Island Boardwalk

    Coney Island Beach and Boardwalk

    3.8(782 reviews)
    0.1 miConey Island

    Pretty views at the Coney Island Beach walk. Nathan's hotdogs & slushies were great! The night…read morescene here was more memorable than in the day. Not as busy for the rides & You don't see as much trash on the beach than you would in the day. Fun family spot.

    Coney Island Boardwalk Entertainment Edition…read moreBrooklyn, NY 11224 As you walk along the elevated pathway, there are many amenities along the along the 2.7 mile boardwalk. Out of all the attractions, these are the top three highlights I highly recommend seeing: 1) Coney Island Beach or Brighton Beach Both beaches are free to enter. Be sure to bring your own beach towel, lounge chair and bathing suit. Catch some sun rays or take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean. 2) Pat Auletta Steeplechase Pier Walk along the pier. This is the perfect fishing location for all anglers! If you don't feel like fishing, grab a seat and enjoy the soothing views of the ocean. 3)Nathan's Be sure to stop by the original Nathan's, home of the annual hot dog eating contest. Although it's not the best tasting hot dog, this is a historic location that everyone should visit at least once. Regretfully, a major disadvantage of this boardwalk are the non-cinematic appearances of an abandoned amphitheater and parachute tower. Aside from this, it's a cool place to spend an afternoon especially during the summer and spring seasons. #coneyisland #coneyislandboardwalk #coneyislandbeach #nathansfamous #nathansfamoushotdogs #riegelmann #riegelmannboardwalk #stillwellavenue #stillwellave #pataulettasteeplechasepier #patauletta #pataulettapier #nathansannualhotdogeatingcontest

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    Kids N Action

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    2.8(71 reviews)
    3.5 miOcean Parkway, Midwood

    Management is great, the food is ok, the birthday cakes are delicious, the party attendant we got…read morewas terrible. Overall management tries so I give them a four.

    I came for a birthday party and I understand how pricey these activities get so very grateful for…read morethe invitation but the other Yelpers are correct. You have to be very vigilant with your kids as other parents treat this place like a drop off and sit in the massage chairs. It is like babysitting services for a lot of families - a lot of pushing and shoving by other unsupervised kids. The place is poorly lit so if your kids go beyond the ball pit and up to the higher parts of the slide area - it just feels like an accident waiting to happen. There are only like two rides - very loud roller coaster that looks like it can give you whiplash and a small choo choo train. The carpet is disgusting and the place is a very run down. The staff though is very understanding - a bunch of older kids stole a turn on the machines from my kids and I was able to get more tokens for my kids. Hence three stars vs two stars. Again unsupervised kids are running chaos here. There are private rooms for birthday parties that are themed - frozen, princess and superheroes. There is pizza, pitches of water, coffee, apple juice. There is ice cream cake for the kids and the staff does bring good bags for the kids. Overall, it is a good place for families on a budget but the crowds and the lack of parental supervision by these other families ... I would pass next time.

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    Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement & Kiddie Park

    Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement & Kiddie Park

    4.2(97 reviews)
    0.1 miConey Island

    It was the building anticipation of sand and surf on the hour and half trek from Eastern Queens to…read moreSouthern Brooklyn on the F train, but Coney Island was and is still a special destination from my childhood. Deno's is one of those Coney Island mainstays that conjures up a certain nostalgia and lets you leave your worries behind for awhile enjoying a day of happiness. Coney Island is one of New York's sacred places, and Deno's and the Wonder Wheel should be where you take out-of-town visitors to experience "The Real New York" as opposed to Times Square! Deno's reminds me of simpler and happier times as a child and I'm fortunate to created memories here as a father by bringing my son to Deno's from the time he could walk; I'll certainly cherish all the smiles the children's park brought to his face and I hope I have the opportunity to take my niece and future generations of kids in our family down to Deno's in the years to come. Coney Island, and Deno's, are a throwback to the best of New York City: a place where anyone from any race, religion, and social strata can find reprieve from the hustle and grind of our demanding city. May Deno's continue to thrive forever under the stewardship of the Vourderis who have brought so much joy to generations of New Yorkers and people worldwide who've made the trip to our shared pocket of wonderful in Southern Brooklyn.

    Pretty good place to spend time with family. not overcrowded even on weekends. I would say that…read moresome staff needs better training, but overall experience was great.

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    Cyclone Coaster

    Cyclone Coaster

    4.3(267 reviews)
    0.0 miConey Island

    At almost 100 years old, this ride is a classic. This is one of only two rides I rode today. The…read moreother one, the wonder wheel. The two most iconic rides on Coney Island. At 10 bucks, it's a tiny bit pricey, but still reasonable. On a Sunday afternoon in August, there was still only about a 10 minute wait. I was lucky, when it was my turn to board, I got the last car on the train. I really got whipped around!. It's a fun ride. For being an almost 100 year-old wooden coaster. The drops definitely get you. Yes, it is a bumpy ride, and, on the turns, throws you around and beats you up a tiny bit, but that's the fun of the ride! And hey, the seats are cushioned! (unlike the coaster at New York, New York in Vegas. That one throws you around and beats you up, but it shouldn't, because that one is a steel coaster that should've been designed better. But, hey, I digress...) I've always wanted to ride the cyclone, and I'm glad I finally did. It was a blast!

    97 years and counting! Protected by the government as a national landmark. It's one of the oldest…read morecoasters in America with its original aesthetic intact. It's $10 a ride but worth it. It's separate from the Luna park so be prepared to have extra cash. It's about a minute or so ride and four steep drops. Ride in the back for more g force! If you're visiting and roller coaster enthusiast, this must be your first choice before other rides. It's even open during autumn season. A Ny stable attraction.

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    Eldorado Auto Skooters - The best ride in coney island

    Eldorado Auto Skooters

    4.8(4 reviews)
    0.1 miConey Island

    Eldorado is one of the old vintage places that is a must do…read morein Coney Island. As my brother Moose (Peter), my lovely wife, & I hopped into a Bumper Car. We were taking a break from all the misery surrounding my wonderful Mom's death & furneral. I loved her so very much. So this was a good break from the misery & heartbreak. Post-bumper cars it was nice to visit good ole Nathan's again have my old fav a Soft Shell Crab sandwich, two hot dogs, & their great Crink cut fries. Anyway back to the Skooter place. Old vintage bumper cars go round & round while you try to bump your brother & wife. There are always strangers who somehow get a kick off ramming you, in a painful whiplash way....but again this is a bad area of Crooklyn. At least the now have seat restraints that will stop you from flipping out of the car, but watch for a headache when somebody rams you hard. Try to avoid if possible. Eldorado, is an old "friend" & has been here even before I was a teen working at the next door now defunct Carvel's Ice-cream store. We got used to hearing the "Bump you Ass Off" & various music at that remote era of rock & disco. This was not a safe area, and I/we too many precautions while we went to work there. I already reviewed my KUNG FU techniques which I practiced with this Crazy Japanese guy at the now defunct King's Plaza Carvel. At the King's Plaza Carvel, I also worked with Crazy Mr. Squirrel & the nutty Eson brothers. One was an Ex-cop & the other totally wacked out. At the Coney one, we had baseball bats behind the counter & a riot gate. The manager was also armed. My insane brother, who did football, once almost ran through a wall there. Again, it was a crazy NYC crew. The owner once offered me, my own store, but I decided to go to College, rather than be a budding Icecream millionaire like him....now I think that was a mistake. Anyway, the Eldorado did send us a stream of customers, even in the coldness of winter, as well as, the nearby Nathan's. I grew nostalgic as I bumped my ass off as the memories of bygone decades raced past me to 35 years ago.... when CONEY ISLAND was still KING!!! Now it seems on it's last legs, so please support Nathan's & Eldorado.....

    Eldorado Auto Skooters is a childhood favorite of mine. The sound system they use for their bumper…read morecars is incredible. I felt the bass right into my heart. It is THAT powerful. Beats all the night clubs by far in terms of sound quality. This will always be my favorite ride of Coney Island. The arcade in the back is tons of fun. Sort of reminds me of a Vegas Casino. So many lights. The overall atmosphere will get you lost in a state of trance if you stay there long enough. Simply, cool. Pros: Disco lights, awesome sound system, powerful air conditioning, independently operated, affordable, and all arcades work perfectly. Cons: New (2012) DJ does not play dance music. Just hip hop and reggae. Staff is somewhat unprofessional. Too many bumper cars inside. I would not recommend wearing a white or yellow dress when riding the bumper cars. I have seen many people step on the chairs to get in and out of the bumper cars. I would like to see them play the same kind of music they played from 2011 and before. The original DJ had the best taste. To me, this ride (with the music) brings life to Surf Avenue. I would also like to see new bumper cars in the ride, as sometime the older ones spin out of control. Other than that it's perfect.

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    Eldorado Auto Skooters - Bro buying tickets, my novice honey does not suspect the utter "carnage" about to occur.

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