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The best things to do in Industry City.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 8 places.

Industry City gets a bad rap. Some locals don’t think it’s worth the detour, while others have nothing but good things to say. I’ve visited Industry City three times now and have grown to love the area.

During my last visit, I planned to spend 2-3 hours finding new gems to share, but ended up staying 6 hours. All this to say, there’s so many fun things to do in Industry City, here’s a quick highlight of my personal favorites.

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

Best things to do in Industry City, 2026

  1. Big aLICe BrewingBar · Sunset Park
  2. Brooklyn KuraBar · Industry City
  3. Fort Hamilton DistilleryBar · Industry CityIf you’d like to learn more about the whisky making process, sign up for a tour, which is one of the most interesting things to do in Industry City.
  4. Hometown Bar-B-QueRestaurant · Industry CityHometown Bar-B-Que is easily the best BBQ joint in NYC.
  5. Industry City Ice RinkRink · Industry CityTaking a spin on the uncovered outdoor ice skating rink is one of the best things to do in Industry City with kids.
  6. Outlets at Industry CityStore · Industry CityDuring my first visit, I was surprised by the number of furniture outlets in Industry City.
  7. Japan VillageMarket · Industry CityJapan Village is a vibrant hub of Japanese culture and cuisine, featuring a food hall and small marketplace (the Sunrise Mart) chock-full of Japanese treats.
  8. Sahadi’sMarket · Industry City

Best things to do in Industry City, 2026

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 11 Fun Things to Do in Industry City, Brooklyn.