After the short-lived stay of light and airy restaurant Bellwether, the vacancy at 594 Union Ave. is to yet again be filled by a drink swilling newcomer.

These walls are haunted by the sweaty dance parties of Williamsburg ‘yore and Over The Eight promises to tip its proverbial hat to what once made this space so successful — “readings, art shows, dance parties, and straight up-and-down good food and music.”

Here’s hoping Over The Eight can tap into the bygone spirit of Royal Oak — the way we all choose to remember it, and not its inevitably douche-filled end. And if Saturday night’s party is any indication, the OTE team is off to a promising start.

Suzume's Meno (c/o Gothamist)

45 Lorimer Street
718-486-0200
cash only
www.suzumebk.com

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When the weather gets this cold there are few things as lovely as a bowl of hot something, be it chili or ramen. And for those whose hearts skip a beat at the sound of slurping noodles, good news! Williamsburg’s newest restaurant, Suzume, is here to help.

A tiny 30-odd-seater right off the Lorimer G/L stop, Suzume (sparrow in Japanese) opened last week and is already filling up quick. The restaurant boasts a good pedigree; the owners also run Maggie Brown and The Emerson and include Momofuku vet Michael Briones.

The menu itself is tastefully basic with a few sustainable sushi options ($5 for a piece of sushi, $7.50 for three pieces of sashimi, rolls between $7-9), a couple of small plates (the $6 roasted potatoes with spicy mayo are lovely) and a handful of types of ramen priced between $10 and $13. And about that ramen! While the broths we tried weren’t as intense as you might find at say, Ippudo, they were incredibly tasty and perfect on a cold winter night (the salmon broth was just the right amount of fishy). And if you are a veggie or a pescetarian, don’t worry—there are ramens available for you too (though the vegetarian Charred Apple Noodle ramen is a cold one, our waitress warned).

Our friends at Third Ward are celebrating the official opening of Goods this weekend, and they’re looking to add to their staff:

So maybe you’ve had a burger, hot dog, or breakfast sandwich there…but where to sit?? Well, starting this Saturday, June 19th, you won’t just be able to sit, you’ll be able to positively luxuriate in our beautiful garden. Stop by the corner of Lorimer St and Metropolitan Ave and grab some amazing eats.

Goods serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch. For more info visit: www.goodsfood.com. Plus, Goods is accepting applications for kitchen staff. Mobile food vending license a PLUS. Send resume and references to: goodsfoodtruck@gmail.com