L'industrie Pizzeria – Brooklyn
When a $50 Pizza Becomes Your New Religion
In a city where "authentic New York pizza" mostly means "disappointment served on cardboard," L'industrie Pizzeria stands as proof that sometimes the hype is actually justified.
L'industrie Pizzeria ranked No. 80 on the 2024 Top 50 Pizza worldwide list, placing it among the planet's best pizzerias – and after one bite, you'll understand why global pizza pilgrims make the trek to Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York, US of A 🇺🇸.
Yes, we need to talk about the lines. They're legendary, they're long, and they wrap around the block. But here's the thing about L'industrie – it's earned every single person in that queue. Despite its young age of 7, "L'Industrie" is a solid point in the pizza scene of the Big Apple, and they've achieved something miraculous: making $45-$50 pies feel like a tax-included bargain.
The crust here somehow maintains this perfect structural integrity that lets you hold a soft slice without risking architectural failure. This is the product of a perfect blend, achieved through what appears to be naturally-leavened dough that's been blessed by pizza gods.
Now, let's talk about the fig jam and bacon slice and nothing I can say beats having it live. It receives constant praise for good reason: it's a sweet-savory combination that shouldn't work but absolutely demolishes your expectations. The sweetness doesn't just complement the bacon; it creates this flavor harmony that makes you understand why people write love letters to food (!).
The burrata slice is equally revelatory. The burrata slice was magical, 5/5, according to (other) reviewers who (also) clearly understand what perfection tastes like. Fresh burrata melting over an exceptional sauce creates textures that make regular mozzarella seem like a cruel joke.
It's therapy.
The space itself reflects the beautiful identity crisis that makes L'industrie special. The location is sort of curated, minimal, well organized, but what strikes me is how a place with a French name (Disclaimer: I’m French 🇫🇷 and trust me, a pizzeria with a French does not give me the must-eat buzz) became an institution by perfecting Italian-American pizza. It's like watching cultural diplomacy unfold one slice ($6+) at a time. I’m told the Swiss approve.
Here's what separates L'industrie from the countless "artisanal" pizza joints charging Ferrari prices for Honda experiences: every element justifies the cost. The products are exceptional, as well as the dough, and you can taste the difference that quality ingredients make. This isn't markup for the sake of exclusivity – it's pricing to match genuine craftsmanship.
The sauce deserves its own paragraph: it is actually fantastic. Just so much flavor from the tomatoes and olive oil they use, creating this bright, acidic foundation that proves not all tomato sauces are created equal. Each bite delivers the kind of complexity that makes you reassess what a pizza can be.
F*Yeah Certified ✅ ✅ ✅
L'industrie proves that when pizza reaches this level of execution – from the paper-thin crust to the world-class ingredients – price becomes irrelevant.
This isn't just expensive pizza that happens to be good; it's a masterclass in what happens when someone refuses to compromise.
Address: Pilgrimed myself at 254 S 2nd St, Brooklyn 🇺🇸
(also cooking at 104 Christopher St, West Village)
Hours: Daily 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Must Order: Fig jam & bacon
Pro Tip: The line moves faster than you think
Fair Warning: You'll probably eat here three days in a row. Plan accordingly
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