the top 6 markets in nyc
While Smorgasburg may be one of the most well-known food markets in NYC, there are plenty of other farmer’s markets, food markets, flea markets, and more in New York City to explore. Here are six of the best markets to visit in New York City.
lower east side / food + gifts / $$$
I am officially obsessed with this new market in the Lower East Side. With multiple stories, the Market Line is a spacious food and gift emporium that reminds me of European markets like the Glass Market in Copenhagen. I wish I lived closer so I could come shop regularly.
sunset park / food, art, and more / $$
While it’s quite a trek from Manhattan, Industry City is a lively cultural hub along Sunset Park in Brooklyn (it’s also near Ikea if you ever find yourself over there…) True to its name, Industry City was once a warehouse and distribution center during the 19th century, located on the waterfront in Sunset Park in Brooklyn. After years of decay, the complex was finally transformed into the community gathering space for art, fitness, food, shopping, culture, and more that it is today. Over 400 companies are housed in this space, offering plenty to see, do, and eat. With a distillery, art galleries, food hall and more, Industry City ensures a full day of fun. The large food hall nearby has a drool-worthy lineup of vendors like Berliner doner kebab ensures you won’t leave hungry. There are also many seasonal happenings like art exhibitions, fitness classes, pop up markets, an ice skating rink, and more.
dumbo / food market / $$
This sprawling indoor market in DUMBO has more than 20 local food vendors, 3 full bars, and an outdoor rooftop with an amazing view of the Brooklyn Bridge.
union square / farmer’s market / $$
Frequented by locals and tourists alike, the Union Square Farmer’s Market is a popular spot. It can get very crowded on the weekends, but it is a one-stop shop for farm fresh produce, flowers, potted plants, handmade soaps, and more. A year-round affair, the market has seasonal delicacies like peaches, sunflowers, and figs in the summer and apples, apple cider, and apple cider donuts in the fall. While some products and vendors are a bit pricy, if you play your cards right, you can spend less on groceries here than at your local grocery store. You can find ears of corn for 50 cents each, bunches of herbs for $2 - $3, and large bags of apples for $3 - $5.
chinatown / food + local vendors / $$
In the midst of swarms of tourists and hawking Chinese vendors selling fake designer handbags and cheap trinkets in Chinatown lies Canal Street Market. Contrary to its hectic surroundings, this oasis of a market is carefully curated with elevated fast casual food options and vendors selling everything from jewelry and candles to t-shirts and bonsai trees. There is also an art gallery that features various rotating artists.
dekalb market hall
downtown brooklyn / food market / $$
This indoor food market hall in downtown Brooklyn has vendors with cuisines from all around the world. Some of my favorites are Cafe D’Avignon, a French bakery with the most delicious pastries and breads and Pierogi Boys.