Paul's Daughter
If you’re looking for a classic, no-frills spot to grab a bite in Brooklyn, Paul's Daughter is the place to be. Located right on the iconic boardwalk at 1001 Boardwalk W, Brooklyn, NY, this charming little gem captures the true essence of a beachside eatery. Whether you're here for a casual lunch, a family outing, or a fun hangout with friends, Paul's Daughter checks all the boxes.
The atmosphere is laid-back with a slight buzz—perfect for those who enjoy a little bit of energy around them without the overwhelming noise. It's definitely divey in the best way, offering a cozy vibe with an unpretentious, casual setting. Plus, there's outdoor seating available, so you can enjoy the breeze and people-watch while indulging in some delicious food.
Speaking of food, Paul’s Daughter serves up some of the best boardwalk-style eats you'll find in the area. A fan favorite is their lobster roll, generously packed with tender lobster meat—an absolute must-try for seafood lovers. If you're in the mood for something crispy, their fried clams and clam strips never disappoint. And don’t forget the funnel cake—crispy, sweet, and perfect for sharing. The corn dogs are another popular choice, offering that perfect salty-sweet snack that’s hard to beat. There's something for everyone on the menu, from seafood lovers to those with a sweet tooth.
Paul's Daughter is also a great spot for families, especially with kids. The relaxed, open atmosphere makes it easy for little ones to move around, and the casual vibe ensures everyone feels at home. And if you’re in a group, you’ll appreciate the spacious seating that can accommodate a good number of people without feeling cramped.
All in all, Paul’s Daughter offers a perfect combination of delicious food, relaxed atmosphere, and great location. Whether you’re coming for the lobster roll or just looking to enjoy a fun day out with the family, this spot is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Reviews
Great place for some beach eats. I had a good knish, and the the clam strips were great. There's just something about eating by the ocean.
Good affordable seafood right in front of the beach, we had the lobster roll, fried shrimp, calamari, clams strips with fries, corndog and for beverages beer and the frozen strawberry margarita. Everything was great specially the lobster roll and shrimp, the calamari were not as soft and lacked flavor and the clam strips that felt like fried flavored flour with no filling. I wouldn't order them again. Coney Island is not famous for its high quality food and Nathan's is probably the most popular option but since I was looking for something different I found this place online and the overall experience was good, is good to have alternatives rather than average pizza slice and hotdogs. They have seating area outside which most restaurants lack in the boardwalk and that's a plus. Their menu also includes non seafood items for picky palates. Like hamburger and chicken tenders. I would definitely come back and would recommend, service was nice and fast.
TLDR: Essential Coney Island food! Come for the raw cherry stone clams. Vibe: 4/5. Situated right on the Coney Island boardwalk, Paul's Daughter is a ginormous walk up food stand serving up seafood and beach food favorites. Even though this is a predominately walk up style restaurant, they do offer a few tables and chairs for patrons to sit and enjoy their food. The counter layout is pretty straight forward, with several registers where you can order the menu. With that being said, there is only 1 place on the far right where you can order the raw clams (near the shucking station). Service: 4/5. The staff at Paul's was friendly, quick and efficient during our 4th July visit. We were able to belly up to the raw bar counter and order the entire menu, with our food coming out shortly after. At peak hours, lines can get a little hectic with not always the best sense of organization, but that can be said with any walk up restaurant on the boardwalk. Food: 5/5. Serving up all of your favorite beach foods, Paul's Daughter goes a great job in execution. On our lunch visit, we ordered a few corn dogs, clam strips, fries, calamari and the the raw cherry stone clams on the half shell. As to be expected, the fried foods were tasty and enjoyed by all. Perfectly friend and with generous portions. The highlight of the meal were the raw cherry stone clams. Shucked fresh to order, the clams were ginormous in size and offered a great eating experience. The clams were firm and steak like in texture but with a sweet and salty taste that some may say is more palatable than raw oysters. At $19 a dozen, not a terrible value when considering the touristy location. Overall, if you find yourself craving some quick seafood bites on the boardwalk, you can't go wrong with Paul's!
Paul's Daughter was hopping on the 4th of July. Given that it was the busiest day of the yewr to be on the boardwalk, service was pretty fast. I got the lobster roll and fries. Both were better than I expected. For a quick bite on the boardwalk, I would definitely go back!
The service was poor, we weren't told there was a number or receipt by the young kid. We were lucky it was near night time, they called for us as there was only a few people. The ambiance do love there is multiple seatings and bar seats next to the beach, plus the variety of alcohol drink was delicious. The food was so worth it, it was very fresh and didn't disappoint.