ZipPicks Awards
Best Seafood in Bensonhurst
Master Critic Review
Farmhouse Restaurant
7.9
A Bath Beach/Bensonhurst Chinese dining room where seafood specials are the smartest lane, especially for a shared-table meal. The best experience is building around one seafood standout and keeping the rest as supporting plates rather than ordering broadly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Typhoon Clams, Lobster (seasonal specials), Seafood Special (family-style)
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Seafood-forward Chinese specials that reward a tight, shareable order.
Who should go: Groups who want Chinese seafood without the banquet formality
When to visit: Weeknights for the easiest pacing and fastest turnaround
What to order: Typhoon clams, lobster specials, seafood family-style plate
Insider tip: Build around one seafood centerpiece, then add two supporting plates.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on surrounding residential blocks; generally manageable on weeknights but can tighten up after 6pm on weekends.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual — everyday clothes are fine, no need to dress up.
Noise level: Moderate — lively during peak hours but still easy to hold a table conversation.
Weekend wait: 20–40 minutes without a reservation during peak dinner hours
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait most days
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several vegetable stir-fries and tofu-based dishes can form a full meal.
Vegan options: Limited — possible with vegetable-only dishes if you confirm sauces with the staff.
Gluten-free options: Limited — some seafood and stir-fry dishes can be adapted, but soy-based sauces are common.
Best For
Better for: Focused Chinese seafood specials in a relaxed, neighborhood setting without the scale or ceremony of banquet halls.
Skip if: You’re looking for upscale presentation, a romantic atmosphere, or a broad non-seafood menu — other Chinese restaurants nearby lean more toward those strengths.