Industry City's halls hold far more than the food court everyone photographs, and this tour walks you through the good part: bonbons at Lilac Chocolates, gourmet imports at Sahadi's, a whiskey tasting at Fort Hamilton Distillery, and a sake flight. A guide handles the introductions and the waterfront's history, so you leave knowing which makers to return to. If you have wandered Industry City before and left unsure where to eat, this is the fix.
What to expect
Meet at 220 36th Street and spend about three hours moving between makers inside the complex, with tastings poured and plated at each stop rather than eaten on the move. Expect chocolate, imported pantry goods, whiskey and sake, plus the guide's running account of how these warehouses were rebuilt. Comfortable shoes matter more than you would think for an indoor tour.
Good to know
- The tour meets at 220 36th Street; the D/N/R to 36th Street in Sunset Park is the nearest subway.
- The Industry City listing does not publish a price and books through an outside tour operator, so confirm cost and availability when you reserve.
- Alcohol is part of the route, so bring ID.
- It covers a lot of indoor ground on foot over about three hours — wear shoes you can walk in.
- Come hungry but not stuffed; the tastings add up to a meal by the end.
- Book ahead. This is a guided tour with limited spots, not a drop-in.
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Common questions
How much does it cost?
The Industry City page does not list a price and hands booking to an outside tour operator, so check the organizer's booking page for the current rate before you plan around it.
How long does it take?
About three hours, running from late afternoon into the evening, all within the Industry City complex.
What is actually included?
Tastings at several Industry City makers, including artistic bonbons at Lilac Chocolates, gourmet imports at Sahadi's, a whiskey tasting at Fort Hamilton Distillery, and a sake flight.
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