It's been years since I've caught a show at Brooklyn Steel, but last night was reminded just how awesome a venue it is. Decent sound, solid setup (I only see things bottleneck really by the bathroom/coat check) and brings good artists. My husband and I managed to get a solid spot upstairs, but even when we were downstairs it was fairly easy to find a good spot too. Bartender was cool and helped us pick the best bang for our buck beer too. Looking forward to catching the next show here! read more

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Recommended songs to get into Elbow if you heard the videos I uploaded and are interested in more- The Bones of You, One Day Like This, Fugitive Motel, Magnificent (She Says,) and Grounds for Divorce. I went to this venue in late September to see one of my favorite music artists, Elbow. For those unaware, they are a British band from Manchester that's been around since the late 90s, and they're unfortunately more popular in Europe. The songs range from simple ballads and sadder tracks to louder ones, with many featuring a strong orchestral mix, all backed by Guy Garvey's lyrics, which range from soft to booming. In other words, take the old Coldplay (Rush of Blood to the Head period or so) music, make the vocals less falsetto, and add a few more classical instruments, and you have these guys. The opening act that night was Why Bonnie, a soft-spoken artist with a pretty voice who was doing songs entirely on a single guitar, apparently because the rest of the members were sick or something. This led to many of the songs sounding somewhat similar, though I did like a bunch of them. Anyway, outside of the artists, the venue was a bit dark but nice. The main thing to always worry about at venues is the acoustics, and they were fantastic here. There was plenty of room (or, I guess, you could say Elbow room in this case) with good views from the main area and some space above the stage. The drinks were overpriced, but hey, it's an NYC venue in Williamsburg to boot. The staff were friendly, and it was easy enough to get inside. It's not my favorite venue I've been to, but it worked perfectly for an artist like this. I would recommend them. read more

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Terrible!! No information on the website did it say age restrictions!! My 15 yo daughter and her friend who got tickets to see Fakemink on 4/30/26 wasn't allowed in because they were under 16. No where on the website did they stated that no one under 16 in not allowed in. The same girls attended the MSG concert the week before and it was fine! This place is a joke if they try to promote new artists here. Be professional and list that on your website!! read more

What a great concert venue. Safe, well run with good audio and great VIP area. I loved that I felt safe both inside and outside the venue, signage and rules made sense and the restrooms were maintained well throughout the show. Drink prices were high but it is a NYC venue so no shock there. Would return to see a show here in a heartbeat. read more

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I have a list of music venues on my bucket list. Brooklyn Steel was one of them. Dean Lewis is an Australian musician and I love his music. Hence, I knew I had to buy a ticket when he had the presale event. The security check was ok. Bags were checked and I walked through a metal detector. Then, I was scanned for weapons. The sound system was very good. There was no problem with the performance. The venue has a liquor license. Thus, you can buy alcohol there. I would definitely go back. read more

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I came here twice for two concerts with my good friend. Brooklyn steel is such a fun vibe. It can be a bit chaotic leaving the venue but not too bad either. I went to see Dean Lewis for my most recent concert performance here at the Brooklyn Steel. They have plenty of bathroom stools in the women's bathroom and small snacks for purchase. Getting inside the venue is super easy. They check for ID's first and then check your ticket. If you want to get a good view up close you should arrive when doors open because it's a GA venue. So if you are on the later side you won't get the best view of the event you are attending. Overall, the Brooklyn steel is a great venue for attending fun events. 10/10 rec read more

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What a well run facility! Despite the lines out front, the front of house, staff got everybody in, through security, bags, checked, tickets, scanned, etc., in record time! It all felt friendly, professional, fast, and pretty chill. That's not usually the case when entering a concert. The whole warehouse vibe works for me. The ambience is pretty stripped back, but the sound quality and the site lines are fantastic. The drink prices were outrageous, but that's New York for you! My favorite part: easy bathroom access from the concert hall, and it was really reasonably clean! I would definitely go back. read more

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About as far as I'd ever want to go for a concert venue. Waiting in line was painless (well, ok, it was raining but that's not their fault). People get tagged coming in, so under-21s (or if you forget your ID) will get "X" hands for the night. And maybe longer, who knows. It's nice and hollowed out inside. Bars worked pretty well, gave us cups of water - great service there. Bathrooms seemed to work well (friend testimony). Friendly crowd, held spots for people without issue. Good sound, perfect volume and mix the whole time - 5 stars for sound engineers. The only downside to my night was no mosh pits (not a heavy enough band I guess). Verdict: If I lived in NYC, this would be on my list of venues to track for my concerts. read more

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Very cool smaller concert venue is Brooklyn that gets some pretty amazing bands. We saw King Buffalo and All Them Witches. The venue was awesome, the crowd great, and the sound spot on. read more

I came here recently to see OK GO, and maybe another show a while back. It's a bit industrial with fancy state of the arts lights and good sounding room - it does job. Small enough that you can still see pretty well from then back. There's a balcony as well. Drinks were a little pricey to be expected. Super small outdoor lounge. Chill vibes, just a little lacking in personality. read more

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Brooklyn Steel is a strong contender for my top five music venues in New York City, for the simple reason it carries sound well in a good not overly sized venue, provides good bar access, staff that want you to get in and enjoy the show. Sound has been great on the countless occasions I've seen bands from Supergrass, Elbow, Ride and The Charlatans, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and more here. Recommended. read more

Great music venue. I heard great. I saw DJo here. Leaving the place is pretty chaotic through a narrow space. read more

Brooklyn Steel - Djo - Music Venues Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I came here for the first time to see Future Island back in 2022. Parking was tough because there was no parking when we got there. So we ended up parking in some random parking lot and ended up losing our car but that's not the point. So we when got to Brooklyn Steel, we were welcomed by a lot of people! The venue was so damn packed. You know there are many Future Island fans! Check in process was as easy as ever with just the security guard looking at me and my purse and I was in with my friend! They scanned our passes too to for the concert. Before we settle in the venue, we passed by the bar and it was damn packed. So hard to get your turn unless you keep scolding them or make yourself be heard. I was waiting patiently but was ignored by the bartender until I tried to push myself to the front so the bartender can notice me and my friend. We ordered IPAs to get started. Then we went inside the venue and it was not a big stage and it was just lots of flooring so everyone had to basically stand. Too bad I was so damn short so going to venues where I have to stand is just not worth it and a nuisance. Luckily I got to squeeze myself a good spot because my friend and I were the early ones. We also got to see the openers. Then when Future Island came on, everyone cheered and you can feel and hear the bass and guitar in your heart and ears. It was a nice concert and they played quite a lot of songs and had medleys of songs to finish the night. Throughout the concert, I moved around a bit to get a better view because everyone was so damn tall but it was alright because you can still hear them perform all around us. They sang so good and was in tune the whole time. Such a great crowd and very energetic and lively audience. I had so much fun and will return back to that venue for another concert. read more

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Decent size, easy location for on street parking (if you're early enough.) The line was only about 8 people deep when we arrived. Part of our crew stood in line while the other half crossed the street and hit 18th Ward Brewing up. Like the proximity here (also when we exited instead of waiting in the long bathroom line at BS we went back to the 18th Ward! Pro tip!) Clean venue, nice staff. We were right up against the barricade in the front. Which meant the photographers were the only ones between us and the stage. The photographers were intense! Security and photographers handed out free waters to patrons (never seen this before but they stated they want to keep people hydrated to cut down on any medical issues.) Overall good experience for a show. Souls of Mischief, The Pharcyde and Cypress Hill crushed it! read more

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Came all the way from Boston to see a particular band that I love, and they were playing here. It was a great venue. I was able to stand on the raised rear part, lean on the little counter thingy, and have a comfortable and unobstructed view of the show. The bartenders were all really nice. Plenty of restrooms. It was a really fun night! read more

I found myself at Brooklyn Steel to see one of my favorite synthwave groups, The Midnight. After 2+ years of pandemic, I have really been looking forward to attending a concert again - so when I learned they were doing a North American tour, I jumped on those tickets. Since I had never been to this venue before, I was also looking forward to checking out a new place, so after grabbing some food nearby, I made my way over. As the name suggests, Brooklyn Steel used to be a steel manufacturing plant, and as such the look and feel of the space is inspired by its original use. We were queued outside where they checked IDs and provided wristbands if you were 21 or older. The venue has three bars - one in the main lobby upon entry, one on the main floor, and one upstairs on the balcony. The space is pretty well organized with clear markings leading to the balcony and the main level. The entire venue is standing room only, and depending on crowds it can get a bit tight - but the space is vast so if you're not looking to get all the way to the stage you can easily find room on the sides and the back to stay. They have a coat check, an abundance of restrooms, and a stand where artists can sell their merch. The location of the merch stand is problematic since the line usually feeds straight down the center of the lobby and can lead to buildup; it can easily lead to congestion and disorder if there are a lot of people in the lobby. The show was great, and overall I had a good experience at Brooklyn Steel. They offer a comfortable environment with a good amount of accommodations, and I would definitely return to see another show here. read more

Not my favorite venue. Saw LCD Soundsystem here, and they were fantastic and sounded great. Unfortunately, I couldn't see much of the actual band. The place is not laid out where you can see from anywhere except the front, and at a packed show like this it was impossible to get close. I did shove my way a third of the way forward on the last few songs to at least snap a picture, but most of the set I was at the back bar mostly listening to the band. I could do that at home with a YouTube video of them playing live and get the same vibe, and it wouldn't cost me $20 a drink! Wish I was just reviewing the band cuz they were 5*! read more

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If you're like me and love attending music concerts but despise the overcrowded, oversold venues, then Brooklyn Steel is your go-to spot. Arriving early here can secure you a prime location without needing a VIP ticket--I managed to grab a great spot in the balcony area. read more

This venue is so much fun. It is a warehouse after all and does carry that vibe. Very spacious and industrial inside. Across the street there is a really good taco truck and a local brewery to pregame. Before you get in you go through a metal detector and get your bag inspected. Standard security. Inside the girl's bathroom has so many stalls so there are never any lines. Depending on the artist playing the place will be packed or spacious. I saw Black Pumas and the place was so FULL with good vibes. Great venue, parking is hit or miss. Plan B there is a parkwhiz location close for $15 and a 4 minute walk. read more

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I was completely impressed with my first visit to Brooklyn Steel to see Carpenter Brut. My SO and I decided to drive in from NJ with no plans for parking. We were able to find street parking about two blocks away from the venue, so definitely consider doing that instead of paying at a lot. We arrived a little later than the opening time and had no issue getting through security quickly. The entryway layout is easy to navigate and the bar service was great. The stage is set at a great height for viewing, so I found it a little easier to watch the performance even with tall people moving about. The venue is quite large, so you didn't feel like sardines coming together, which I appreciated. The sound system was fantastic and provided a high quality for all of the artists. read more

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Great place to take in a concert Black pumas killed it! The bar did a great job keeping up with the crowd I'll be back read more

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"Favorite live music venue" Love this place in Bk. Perfect size, two stories with nice sight lines and a very good sounds system Positives - airy and spacious venue - easy entrance and security - good selection of drinks and beers especially for a concert venue - Staff sans attitude Negatives - drinks are waaaaayyyy pricey - hard to find a Uber / Lyft sometimes read more

Man, what a great venue. Who could guess a former industrial building could be converted into a concert room with such phenomenal sound? And the bones of its old usage serve to give it great character. A few tips: If you're driving in from out of town, there are a decent amount of free parking spaces right outside on Frost Street. Fortune favors the prepared so make sure you arrive early if you want to get a prime spot. Speaking of prime spots, if you arrive early, make sure to head upstairs to secure an eagles eye viewing perch. The sight lines and sound are ace up there. Also, if you like a libation whilst watching the show, it's a lot easier to get the bar upstairs than the downstairs one. Brooklyn Steel has myriad bands that play there, shows almost every night. Check one out, you will not be disappointed! read more

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I loved this place! The place legitimately looks and feels like a metal worker factory, of which I am now noting the irony. I went to see Highly Suspect and they rocked as did their opening band, Dead Poet Society. Perfect venue with plenty of room, multiple bars with a variety of beers and liquor options, a merchandise and coat check section and clean (mens) bathrooms. For a music venue, the latter is almost impossible to maintain based on my concert experiences which was a welcome surprise. Furthermore, while it looked like a hollowed out factory, the staff and security were polite and professional. It felt like a safe environment. No fights or altercations of any kind which was also a welcome surprise. I hope to catch more music venues and discover new bands at this place in the near future. read more

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I visited this venue in April to see Ella Mai. I have never heard of the space until this event, so I had no expectations. Its located deep in the Greenpoint/Williamsburg area. I'm not sure what public transportation is like however, parking was relatively easy. I was there about an hour earlier, so perhaps that's why. There are a number of restaurants in the immediate area, so if you're looking to make it a dinner and show type of night like I did, it's not hard. Upon arriving, there was a fast moving line. Security checked my bag and used a metal detector to check me without issues. There was a small concession with food and bar right outside the main room. I bought a simple coconut rum drink for about $14. Inside the space is large with plenty of standing room and full bar in the back. It's best you come early and find a good spot on the floor because if not, you'll be hopping and standing on your toes trying to see everything from the back. I was relatively close and still moving around just to see certain aspects because people were constantly moving around and passing thru the tight crowd. There are also some seating areas and a balcony, but I preferred the standing room. Sound was great and Ella Mae herself, was wonderful. Only negative was outside the venue. There are people from the local neighborhood selling shirts and other merchandise right outside the venue. Some can be a bit assertive and actually walk up to you, which isn't the most inviting experience. Overall, a good experience for the value. I would return. read more

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Excellent sound, and a really well-oiled machine overall. I was nervous this place would be terrible because of the 1-star reviews on here, but I found it to be great. Maybe it was bad a few years ago or something. Anyway, it's great now! read more

I really enjoyed this venue. Decor is very industrial . Airy and open. Great to see a more intimate concert. Sound was pretty good Bathrooms were clean Had two bars . Not many food options Came here to see Alina Baraz and enjoyed myself Would come back here again read more

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Was here with the fam for the member of the Internet Sid's show. She tore the house down. Place was clean, people were cool, and I would definitely go back for more shows!! read more

Bowery advertised 7:00 doors and 8:00 show for weeks. Last minute they for some reason moved things up to 7:40pm. They very kindly informed ticket holders of this change 13 minutes ahead of the new showtime by email. We were already en route and when we showed up at 8:06 we had missed the full set of the band we came for. Lame venue in the first place and they did themselves no favors tonight. read more

On my recent venture into the hipsterish land of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, I hit up a few spots that deserved a Yelp review (Josh G. style). This means multiple pics and paragraphs (What can I say, I like to talk). I was going back through my photos, deleting a few of the ones already posted, and I realized I totally forgot to review Brooklyn Steel (luckily, this was less than a month ago). Now don't get me wrong, I didn't dislike Brooklyn Steel. On the contrary, this place is anything but BS (get it?). Brooklyn Steel actually has my mind making correlations to The Paramount in Huntington. It's got that rusted, vintage, almost unfinished feel to the place, which makes sense when the building probably used to be used for exactly what the venue is called (ya know, making steel). When you actually first stroll in, there are a couple of food stands set up to assist in appetite-curbing. My buddies and I were mildly hungry due to eating a few hours earlier and so we partook in a few dumplings (deliciousness). From there, we walked through another set of doors to be faced with what seemed like a spacious lobby area, complete with bar. I say "seemed" because this turned out to be one of the negatives (later on). Positives were definitely contained within the actual concert venue (another set of doors got you in there). Plenty of space once inside with a bar at the back and room to move around. The space played well for the indie rock/alternative band we were seeing (ever hear or Matt & Kim?) and made for a great concert experience. Once over, things got dicey. Like any music venue, everybody made a break for the doors causing a nice flood of humans. Some concert spaces have an abundance of exits to help combat this, but from what I could tell, this wasn't the case at Brooklyn Steel. Unfortunately, that lobby area which housed a bar also held bathroom entrances (which I ran to right at the closing of the show), the merch booth, the stairway to the balcony seats, and the coat check. Everyone went from concert-goers to frustrated sardines in a matter of moments. It made for an aggravating way to end the night. But hey, I'd come back. Overall, Brooklyn Steel is a location worthy of a return trip. Yeah things got a little nuts when leaving, but beyond that, the place is nicely themed and can hold its own for when Brooklynites and their neighbors might want to come out and jam. And with that, (after six strong paragraphs), you're done reading. *phew* read more

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The venue itself had a great layout for a general admission type space, but both bartenders I dealt with were increasingly unpleasant. The first seemed pained to crack open the can of beer I ordered and the second one threw a fit and stormed off when I asked for a cup of water. read more

This is a nice venue, large, clean and lots of room. Staff is really friendly and helpful, I had lost something and they were really nice about it and I was able to get it back without hassle. Acoustics are good, and you can see pretty much everything anywhere. I like the balcony area, it's nice a spot to hang out should you not want to be down in the crowd for a bit and grab drinks quickly. They don't have any food as far as I know but I believe they have food trucks on occasion. This location is a bit of a pain to get to but that's Brooklyn for you. It's about as far west as you can get in Brooklyn, so heavy industrial area, no real parking- just gotta hope and pray you find a lot or street that's close. Deff go at least an hour prior to get a spot to park. read more

Saw Lord Huron here tonight. It was smooth sailing from the get-go, as there wasn't much of a line to get in, security was easy, and the show started on time. Doors opened at 7, opener started at 8-8:45, show began at 9:30-11:15. There's a couple of bars, a merchandising booth, a second floor with seating (though that may be extra), and a hectic but organized $4 per item coat-check. It's also a ten-minute walk from the subway, and has some food stands outside, even after the show. I wish they had some fans inside, as it felt really hot all throughout the night. They mainly have indie and rock bands, including big ones. It's a huge space so they can hold a lot of people while not feeling crowded. The staff dealt with us professionally and efficiently. It's a fun time. Check it out sometime! read more

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'm not a fan of this venue. They sell their tickets through AXS, a spammy site that forces you to download their app in order to access them via download, and hides their service fees till checkout ($36 tickets were really $51). If you don't download the app, you have to wait in line with all the people who didn't buy tickets to get yours. Zero sense. The venue is just a warehouse: two giant rooms, one with the bar and bathrooms and one with the stage. There is a coat check for $6, bottled water is also $6. But outside the room with the stage it's frigid in the winter, not a huge issue for me but if you're looking to take a break from the crowd there's no where to go. They open up the garage doors so the smokers can smoke in the front, which makes it that much colder and rank as hell. The bathrooms were also gross pretty much immediately. How are four toilets clogged and multiple sinks missing faucet knobs before the headliner even starts? The bag search/pat downs are also aggressive/excessively thorough as others have mentioned. The lighting and sound are great, and that does go a long way, but the vibe is off-putting and soulless. read more

THIS PLACE WAS SO COLD!!! The sound is great but why no heat Everyone in the club had to wear a jacket read more

Was taking the G train to see a concert at Brooklyn Steel around thousands of people the smartest thing in the middle of March 2020? Probably not. But I'm glad I did cause I needed my concert fix. Oddly enough Brooklyn Steel is also where I saw my first concert since. I've seen some live music here and there, but this was my first indoor concert since the world turned upside down. Every time I come I have a great experience. The venue is well laid out. Reminds me a lot of terminal five, but better. Bars on each level. Easy to get to bathrooms. Good vantage points from various spots. Lots of room. The place has an industrial vibe, hence the name. Smack dead in the middle of a more desolate part of Williamsburg (no this is not bushwick). Overall it's a great venue and good place to catch a show. Pandemic or not. read more

This was my first time at this venue. It was a nightmare. Horrible experience. Where to begin? Staff at the entrance informed us that it is OK to bring an unopened water bottle into the venue. As soon as we entered the front door of the venue, security made us throw away the unopened bottles of water with no questions asked. The next issue that was a bit more concerning was the sheer number of people that were admitted into the venue. I am convinced there was no cap on the number of tickets that were sold. The ground floor of the venue was so tightly packed with fans shoulder to shoulder that you could not even open the door to walk into the main room where the band was performing. I understand that concerts attracted crowds; I expected a lot of fans to be in attendance; but not being able to physically walk into the ground level floor from the sheer number of fans in this small venue is ridiculous. The balcony was just as bad. Overheard many others complaining of not being able to see any part of the stage. The crowd size grew so large and began to overflow into the sides of the stage; which was an area apparently supposed to be closed off (an area that was poorly demarcated as closed off). Staff visibly had trouble keeping people out of this "closed off" area due to the sheer number of people they let in. The floor staff were rude and appeared annoyed while doing their job. Brooklyn Steel- Do better! I wont be coming back. read more

I went to Brooklyn Steel a while back to see Tycho, but never got the chance to do a Yelp review. When I went, it was still new and there was a lot of buzz about the venue. It lived up to the positive reviews that I'd heard when I went to see the concert there. In short, I'd liken it to a nicer and cleaner Terminal 5, but with better acoustics. The performance area is huge. There is a coat check, and there are sleek but still industrial-looking bathrooms. We drove there and found free parking by some industrial yard with huge trucks. You can take the subway there but I haven't tried it yet. I will come here again. read more

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The worst sound system in NYC.. time and again.. The sound here is like dirty dishwater going down the drain.. muddy and distorted bass.. nails on chalkboard treble .. plus terrible acoustics.. I'm the real dumb one.. I've tried 5 times but it's worse everytime.. read more

The overall experience was nice, and the venue has a nice atmosphere to it, and the sound is good. The lobby area is very narrow, and hard to maneuver when it's a sold out show. Bathrooms are clean, and the lobby was clean as well. Service from the bar was quick, and the drinks were decent and PRICEY, but it always is at these venues. The thing that bothered me the most was the fact that there is NO FOOD whatsoever in this venue. No bags of chips, no junk food, nothing. I didn't eat anything before the show because I was expecting there to be food at the venue. Nope. I had to starve and try my best to not pass out for 5 hours. There's restaurants in the area, but every venue should provide some form of food, even if it's crazy expensive or not. I hate the idea of having to leave the actual venue to eat something to prevent myself from passing out from the overwhelming crowd. Especially since the venue won't let You back in after your exit. It's not the worst venue imaginable, but it's definitely not great. read more