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This place looks more like a bar than a restaurant with the kind of wooden interior and dim lighting you'd see at a pub rather than a ramen restaurant. It's kind of a surprise twist that they have a full menu of Hawaiian and Asian fusion food, including ramen, which is what I came here seeking. I was just turned away from the perpetually packed Yuji Ramen down the block so I reluctantly settled on Suzume as plan B. The place wasn't empty, but the distinct lack of a wait time felt telling. My veggie mazemen arrived looking pretty promising. It was a photogenic bowl with fried tofu, edamame, pickled red onions, scallions, fried cauliflower, and a poached egg. The colorful components seemed prepared with some level of care, but looks can be deceiving. Maybe without the foundation of a broth, the bowl lacked umami and felt flavorless. I'm not exactly characterizing Suzume as bad, but it's firmly in the realm of perfectly fine.
A friend suggested Suzume on the way home from a long trip and a savory, starchy meal was exactly what I needed. The interior surprised me from the second I walked in, because it had more of a hipster bar feel than that of a ramen spot which was enticing. I was also thankful the restaurant wasn't particularly crowded on a Sunday afternoon so there was no wait to be seated as a group. The crispy chicken bao buns already gave me insight into how good of a meal I was in for, in that they had just the right amount of mingling of flavors while also staying very juicy. For my main dish, I ordered the pork ramen with garlic sesame oil and it did not disappoint. It's one of those meals that's so satisfying and comforting, you wish you never had to stop eating it. I'll definitely be coming back to Suzume for lunch.
A moody and intimate spot for dinner last night with the girlfriend! Cocktail program was phenomenal. Ordered the Plum Velvet & Jiggly Caliente -- both really great. For food, we ordered the Salmon Crispy rice, Shrimp & Avocado Salad, & the Togarashi Tofu dry noodles. Everything was tasty & well portioned. Wish there was a touch more salt in the crispy rice, felt a little flat. My only complaint was the service. There was only one server taking orders and running food out. Had to wait a while and ask multiple times for a side of chili oil, stood up to ask for the bill, etc. . Nonetheless, delicious, intimate and tasty!
A close, tight space--you're like three feet away from the table next to you. Long hanging lights create a really dim, low-light ambiance. If you like eating in the dark, this place fits the bill, but most places are like that. We went around 7-8 PM. First thing they ask is if you have reservations. We didn't, but we got lucky because it wasn't too packed. They gave us the option of sitting by the door or at the door--we chose the door, where the table is right next to the entrance. Luckily, it was a warmer day in February. For appetizers, they only offered their special that day which were: calamari or tofu. We went with the calamari. It wasn't anything too special--the sauce made the experience--but it wasn't worth $12. For the main course, we picked the popular items: salmon and pork ramen. At first, it looks like a small portion, but the deep bowl is misleading--it's actually filling. The broth was well-seasoned and hit the spot. There's a good amount of salmon which is great. We added a poached egg each for $2.50. We spent around $80 after tip and tax for two people. Note they charge 4% for card. The biggest downside? The wait. It took almost 30 minutes for our ramen to arrive, and the table next to us (who sat down 15 minutes after us) got theirs right after we did.
Service: 3.9/5 Food: 3.7/5 Confused by the vibe. The bar takes up too much space for it to feel like a proper restaurant, however the menu begs to differ. Very dark inside, had to read by candlelight/phone flashlight. Not enough tables to accommodate their popularity. Would really only come back for the lunch special (seems like a really good deal!) + to try their 1 mocktail. What I Ordered: - Spicy Butter Wings: interesting flavor combo. not super spicy, just a little kick + having the yogurt dipping sauce helped - Pork ramen: not too greasy or salty, good broth, filling - Mazeman: like a bibimbap with noodles, though it wasn't clear from the beginning nor did it mix as well. Fried tofu was good
Nice little dinner place with tasty drinks. We had the mazemen, the desert island cocktail (very much recommend!!), the fried chicken (very flavorful giant karaage), and the butter wings. The mazemen wasn't my favorite (salty and the cream of mushroom sauce was kind of an odd touch) but everything else was very tasty. Wanted to try the miso cod but they were unfortunately out! Service was a bit slow but it was height of dinner time. Overall we had a great time!
Best happy hour deal in Williamsburg; bar none. Came here with a friend, who is a regular, after months of him practically screaming at me to go here for the happy hour. 2 fried chicken baos with a shot and a beer for $18. INSANE. The servers are cool and the bartenders are great. Good beer selection and great cocktails to boot. The chicken baos are so dang good. Perfectly fried chicken with the soft and spongey bao, pickled jalapenos and fresh lettuce, and a spicy and tangy sauce. It was so good, my friend and I did the deal twice. It's such an unassuming spot that does fill up later in the evening, but a cool interior and good amount of seating. Great for dates, early happy hour, or just a place to get a drink! Will absolutely go back and I will probably write another review about HOW GOOD THE HAPPY HOUR DEAL IS HERE.
Very excited to grab a walk in table but apparently RSVPs would be better! Very cute and intimate place, great service. The food was great, especially the chicken and pork spring rolls. The ramen was a good filling and flavorful broth although the pork was a bit interesting to taste for me.. the margarita was great-strong and tasty!
This is a cute place but a little pricey for the portion size. As far as the menu goes, the place leans more Hawaiian than it does Japanese. They still have some great Japanese staples like sushi and ramen. When we walked in all the tables had been reserved but there was plenty of seating at the bar. Initially I only ordered the crispy rice salmon, which was good, but I definitely needed more for dinner. After that I also ordered the poke salmon bowl which was delicious but also wished I had more of. Service was kind and very prompt since we sat at the bar. Atmosphere is dark and cozy and would be a cute date spot. Small note - they charge a 4% credit card fee.
Wanted to love it, but Suzume came up short. We had a reservation and it still took time for us to sit down. The service we got that followed was incredibly slow - seemed like there was only one server for the whole restaurant? Doesn't work. Our server didn't come by our table for long periods of time when we wanted to order, and the food took FOREVER to come out, even the drinks too. I ordered the salmon ramen. Loved the broth and the soy egg (though I was it was not $3), but the salmon filet...great size, and at first I liked it, but I was SO thrown off by it being almost half raw. Like a piece of practically rare salmon. They didn't ask how I wanted it cooked, which perhaps they should...I just think that if you're intentionally serving partially raw salmon, there should be a note on the menu or a verbal notice. It was incredibly off putting. Another person at my table ordered it as well, and his filet seemed to be much less raw than mine. It was incredible jarring and weird to bit into a medium rare filet without warning. So...odd. Not a great overall experience, with such slow service and wait times.
Came here on a Friday night with friends for dinner and overall, I loved it. It is a cute small restaurant on the corner of a block in Williamsburg. The only reason I am giving it 4 stars rather than 5 is because I think the prices are rather high for the food. Still a place that I would recommend going to at least once if you are looking to try a new place for dinner. I would recommend ordering their spring rolls and chicken wings. I think out of everything that we got, those two were the most unique and worth it. I also tried their Hawaiian chicken rice bowl and it was good, but not as great as I thought it would be. The flavors didn't mesh that well and the sauce of the chicken just tasted salty to me. Note: Make sure to try to make a reservation on Resy if you don't want to wait and they charge a 4% credit card fee.
3 years ago
Small, cozy place for some yummy ramen and other yummy things . As said, it's SMALL, so i recommend getting a rest unless you don't mind eating at the bar which is what we did :) Loved this place. The ramen was so yummy and savory. Also not huge which is nice since i usually end up extremely full. The bartender/waiter was super nice as well! He gave me 2 olives as i was eyeing them in the bar. My new favorite place nearby! read more
Credit cards ARE accepted here, but there is a 4% discount if paid in cash. Not sure when this changed. Came here on a Friday night and was seated right away. This place has a chill vibe with polite and attentive servers. A key theme of this review is high prices with not a lot to show for them. Spam Musubi: These were okay. Inside the seaweed is mainly spam, rice, and pineapple; in my opinion, the pineapple doesn't go great with the rest. A relatively simple wrap, the musubi could have been so much more. I would recommend spicing up this dish with different combinations of ingredients and cutting the price down significantly. Recommend marinated spam, rice, egg with an umami seasoning (which I've loved in the past). Crispy Rice Tuna: Some of my favorite bites were of these crispy rice tuna pieces. Fried to perfection, perfectly square, and topped with a nice dollop of marinated tuna, these were great. That said, no one should charge $8 each for these. Yuya's Hamachi Poke Bowl: My entree was pretty tasty, with notes of lemon throughout. The sauce coating the yellowtail was good and went well with everything. The potato crisps were tasty and added a nice amount of crunch and saltiness to the dish. Overall, I liked this dish, but it was hardly an entree -- more of a sharable appetizer at this size. Pork Ramen: A little disappointed here. The size of this dish was fair, but I wasn't a big fan overall. I enjoyed the mushrooms and bok choy, but the pork could have been better seasoned and more tender and the broth could have been a bit punchier. Price/Value: 2/5 Quality: 3/5 Quantity: 2/5 Service: 4/5 Atmosphere: 4/5 read more
4 years ago
All I cans say first is they have a bougie canada dry here lol Food was great. Just not much satisfied with customer service. It took us forever to have the order. Also, been craving for sushi which they have in the menu but everything was like "sushi-like", not the roll. My mistake not checking the photos before going but def coming back for sure. read more
This was my first time trying a salmon ramen. It came out and I was surprised at how big the portion of the salmon was. It was cooked well and paired well with the ramen and broth. One thing to note is that the broth is a little on the fishier side, so keep that in mind if you dont like that. read more
3 years ago
I didn't know anything about the place going in, so I had an average 3 star expectation. I left with a 5+ star experience. We really connected with our bartender and had some A+ food and drinks. Really a delightful experience. Will be going back. read more
4 years ago
First off. The veggie ramen was the best i have had in 5 years in the city. The broth was creamy and so flavorful i am shocked i haven't been here before. Strongly recommend to add the poached egg if you aren't vegan. the service was great they were welcoming and kind. Also ordered warm sake which was good. the Ramen was the star of the show for sure. I walked in with no reservation at 7:15 but it got packed pretty soon after. lighting and music was great. read more
The food here is phenomenal. I've tried many places that are known for their fried chicken and ramen -- but this place exceeds in flavor among all of them. We had: - Buttery chicken wings: smaller than usual wings but worth it - Yayao ramen: my friend thought it was the "best ramen" she's ever had - Fried chicken rice bowl: THE BEST fried chicken I've ever had. It was a burst of spicy goodness, moist, and tender. I would come back and just order this on the side. Spicy ribs: some of the most juiciest ribs I've ever had - the scallion, lemon, and teriyaki flavors were a perfect combination for a marinades - Veggie ginger scallion noodle bowl: noodles were buttery and flavorful - Veggie and scallop rolls (sushi pieces): good but not memorable read more
1 year ago
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Jill J.
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5 years ago
Made a reservation a day before via Yelp. Called an hour before our reservation to let them know we were stuck in traffic and were expected to arrive 10-15mins late, they said it would be fine. We show up a bit earlier than the new reservation time and our table had been given away... The hostess was a little rude when telling us to sit at the bar, i had to request multiple times through other waitresses to have us seated at a table once one was made available. Bartender served us drinks that were mostly ice. All four stars reserved for the food: Ordered in restaurant - Spicy ramen bowl with poached egg and spicy salmon sushi roll very simple dishes, nothing really unique or outstanding. Fried chicken rice bowl reminds me of some good Hawaiian cuisines back home. A pile of rice (Very important that it's a pile of rice) Perfectly crunchy chicken and moist on the inside. Pickled red onions, sweet diced pineapple and macaroni salad on the side. My only thought here is that there is also diced pineapple in the macaroni salad however you go in for a bite and expect to get a burst of sweet fruit but it is completely suppressed by the mayonnaise. Rather pointless to have it in. Ordered to go - Delicious lumpia with fun chili dipping sauce. Sticky ribs 100% flavorful! Perfect crunch accompanied by the sweetness of the burnt honey, some Sichuan spices and bonito. The ribs are by far my favorite menu item thus far. Spam musubi rolled very nicely. The bok choy and pea shoot salad seems basic. Additional notes: -Daily specials (most of which lean towards vegetarian) -Pretty busy weekends -Covid related sign in sheet w temperature check -no distancing between tables per COVID -cash only dine in. ATM located in the back next to the restroom (max withdrawal $140) Food is worth the spend given its location. Definitely an interesting fusion of Hawaiian, Japanese and Filipino cuisines. Will likely come back to try other things read more
5 years ago
5 years ago
My friends and I came here after we found out that another restaurant nearby had a super long wait time. We joined the yelp waitlist for Suzume and were seated as soon as we walked in. The restaurant is cash only- there's an ATM around the back where you can withdraw money if you don't have any cash on hand. I ordered the garlic shrimp noodles which came with buttered ramen. The flavors were quite mild, almost bland. My friends ordered the salmon ramen and the fried chicken bowl, which they thought was mid for the high price point. The star of the show was the mac salad that we ordered on the side. It was light, creamy, sweet, and savory-- the perfect balance of flavors and textures. We each ended up spending around $25 per person for really basic food. It was done well, but each dish felt like it wasn't fully quite there flavor-wise. It was a nice place to eat for the night, but it didn't stand out enough that we'd come back again. read more
I absolutely loved my visit here and would love to come back! They are CASH ONLY though. Suzume caught my eye with its offerings of Filipino-Hawaiian fusion, a blend that's rare in NYC's diverse food landscape. We arrived as soon as they were open for dinner, at 6PM, and were seated promptly. Immediately, I was enthralled with the sleek, modern decor. I admired the wood grain finishes, ambient lighting, and the Japanese prints, taking mental notes for my own interior design plans. The menu had so many interesting offerings. It was hard to choose between the ramen bowls, the sushi rolls, and the appetizers. They also have specials, featuring different seafood, and Hawaiian beers! My friend and I split the Salmon Taco appetizer, 2 tacos for $13. The price is fair for the portion and WOW, the tacos were amazing. The salmon was cooked perfectly to that melt-in-your mouth finish. No hint of fishy taste at all, and the seasoning and crispy charred skin were nice touches. It's the perfect appetizer to get your taste buds ready for what's to come. For my entree, I ordered the Fried Chicken Rice Bowl. This is a classic Hawaiian dish that is usually offered at casual eateries in Hawaii. It came as a big plate with BBQ flavored crispy fried chicken, macaroni salad, pickled red onions, pineapple and rice. I happen to love this dish and the flavors were so bold and intense. The BBQ flavor was a tad bit too salty, but the sweetness of the sauce tempered it a little. It was still delicious, and will definitely fulfill any fried chicken craving. Service was amazing as well! read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
Honestly pretty sick. Ramen was on point. Never had salmon in ramen but it was rich and flavorful. Service was friendly, vibe was chill. Bring your damn uncle here. read more
4 years ago
We came on a Friday night and although it was quite busy, there was a good amount of seating outside the restaurant. We ordered the spam musubi which I wasn't a huge fan of because the pineapples took away the flavor of the whole thing. The lumpia was decent but quite salty. The salmon ramen was not as good as I expected it to be. It really tasted plain with a side of salmon and the chicken rice bowl was on the salty side as well. The macaroni was the only plus side to the dish as it balanced out with the saltiness. Overall I was really hoping that this would be a great place because of all the reviews but I was pretty disappointed. read more
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Love this place! Food was so yummy (a little pricey tho) and there was no wait at all on a Saturday evening. They have indoor seating and a bathroom and very friendly staff. Loved the vibe inside and the yellowtail was my favorite read more
We came here because it was featured in Eater, yet I am quite surprised that their ramen didn't wow us. The portion is adequate in their smaller-than-normal bowl, however we both thought our noodles were just normal. Admittedly, the salmon bowl is different from all the usual pork slices you get in many ramen shops, so that's a plus; personally, I think it tastes better than the yaoyao. Their special of the day is cheese and ramps quiche, so we gave that a shot. Not bad, but not great. Also, we order the spam musubi since Suzume is supposed to be a Hawaiian-esque joint (or maybe full-on Hawaiian?). It was good, but not worth the price tag. read more
4 years ago
En. Idk what the hype was about this place. Yes, it does have ambiance, but the food was salty and over priced. I expected a fun twist on the ramen, it was just.. really.. all looks not super impressive. Call me spoiled, but I live in queens, often eat in flushing, and it's so MUCH better. No comparison. I'd come here again for a fancy cocktail and a conversation, but not so much to get my ramen fix. read more
7 years ago
Woww. This place is small but flavorful. I was intrigued by the Ginanjuice because it sounds you guessed it just like a juice but with gin. It's actually delicious. We shared the spicy sticky ribs which I would call very meaty but not spicy (actually my preference). Whatever spices they used, keep using, it's amazing and unique. Also it's a huge portion. Both got the Yaoyao ramen which in my opinion is actually the best ramen I have had in this area. Also really appreciated that there was a good amount of meat. I feel like at some places they just give you a slice. This was also pulled pork shoulder making it different than usual. The broth - almost asked for a straw it was so good. I went here with my dad who is pretty picky and he even couldn't believe how amazing it was. Service was great even though they were pretty busy. A line started around 645. We got there are 635 and had no problem getting a table right away. They are cash only but there's an atm in the back for just $1.50 fee. read more
We were in the mood for some ramen since it was perfect for the weather. We ordered spicy ribs as the appetizer and they are delicioussssssss .. the meat was crispy and very tender.. the honey glazed added a kick to it.. the ramen was good, we got the pork and salmon. Definitely recommend adding egg to the ramen. 7/10 read more
Cozy and relaxed, albeit tiny bar near downtown Brooklyn. The ambiance is probably my favorite part of Suzume. I came here on a Friday night around 8 pm and it was already packed with a few people waiting outside. Be sure to reserve a spot on Yelp Waitlist to minimize waiting! We ordered tiger beers (Singapore lager) and a salmon and cucumber roll. Our drinks came extremely fast but the food took a little bit longer. Also, I have to admit the sushi is not worth it. For $6, you get about 5 small pieces, which is way too expensive for what it was worth. read more
2 years ago
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2 years ago
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7 years ago
The interior of the restaurant makes you feel very warm. We went around early evening and it was perfect because there was no wait and we were seated immediately. As we looked at the menu, we agreed on ordering just the snacks. We ordered: -Syd's Peashoot & Bok Choy Salad The Syd's Peashoot & Bok Choy Salad was very tasty. I am not sure what the crunchy brown stuff was on top of the salad but it was great. - Fish Tacos The fish tacos were very tasty. Not only was the fish fried perfectly but also the taco shell was soft as well. I was expecting a soft or hard shell;however, it was a soft crispy shell. - Blistered Shishito Peppers I love shishito peppers and these were very good. I just wished that the seasoning was a bit lighter. After eating a few, the seasoning got to much for me. - Spam Musubi The Spam Musubi was tasty. If you love spam then you should order this. It is snack size so you may want to order other things as well if you are a hungry guy like me. - Lumpia Spring Rolls These were awesome. It came out very hot so take caution when you take the first bite. It was very crispy and the meat inside was delicious as well. - Scallop Hand Rolls Overall I would say it was a great experience and I would come back to try the noodles and rice bowls. read more
This Asian fusion restaurant has Japanese, Filipino, Hawaiian and others. I really like their lumpia, other than that, everything else are pretty average. The quantity of the food is small compare to the price. Overall, it's kinda disappointing. The service is very attentive. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. read more
5 years ago
5 years ago
I came here when wandering around the area on a Sunday night looking for a restaurant that could seat 2 people with no wait. Luckily this was the second place we tried, and they seated us in their heated outdoor area. Service was very good, especially considering that we were the only outdoor table when we sat down. We both got the salmon ramen. I usually prefer udon over ramen because ramen tends to be very rich and fatty, but this dish had a really delicate yet flavorful broth that was perfect for a colder night. The salmon was perfectly cooked with a nice char, and the noodles were bouncy. It was a great dining experience overall, although the portion was a tiny bit small for the price ($17). read more
4 years ago
Glad we went for a Saturday Night Dinner exploring Williamsburg. 4.5/5- the service + staff are the SWEETEST and made such an enjoyable meal. I got the ginger scallion noodle with egg. Tasty, but didn't blow my mind. Cocktails are yummy and creative, appetizers are puny and on the pricey side. Would stick to ordering main dishes. Would definitely come again and try some new dishes! read more
Suzume is living it's BEST life. It's ramen done Brooklyn, with Hawaaian inspiration (think pineapple and spam), and it's got an excellent array of Japanese and local beers and saki and shochu and shoku. Gotta try the Yao Yao Ramen and the Grilled Salmon Ramen, both at $12 a bowl, plus $2 if ya want the egg. The ginger scallion mazemen (no broth) should not be overlooked, and yes you should add a poached egg here. The noodles are super savory, and the bowl comes with equal toppings of scallions, pickled onions, pickles, and I think battered sweet potato. The pickled onions and pickles are so savory and are reminiscent of that oniony, pickly hamburger flavor. What's a real surprise though are the ~specials~ and the alcohol. We had "SHOOTS!!!", which was a combo special of "a big ass can of Asahi," a shot of Hell-Cat, and a plate of butter wings for 22. The can is actually really big, so it's perfect to share. The cocktails are real punches in the face. For example, the Ginanjuice is a brooklyn-boho-healthy take on gin and juice, with gin, flowery lilet, and a mix of carrot + beet juice. On the other end might be Jiggy Caliente, a smoky and spicy mix of mezcal, Thai chili and passion fruit. I'd love to try more of the apps and the sushi next time. read more
5 years ago
My friend and I had a pleasant dinner experience at this asian fusion restaurant. Albeit a bit pricey for the portion size it makes up for in taste and presentation! The food overall was delicious, lots of crunch and flavor from the fried salmon tacos, and the pork ramen had a nice, a bit salty, broth rich with umami flavor and the ramen noodles had some bounce and texture! Although I did not taste the chicken bowl, the portion size was probably the best for its buck and from what I heard it was tasty! Definitely will come back again to try some new dishes. Just be sure to drink lots of water as I became very thirsty at the end of my meal. read more
I love love loved it. Reading the reviews people rated it lower from their sushi experience. We didn't eat their sushi but we did order their yaoyao ramen bowl and their fried chicken bowl. The appetizer of ribs were finger licking good and really filling for two! Its $10 and I totally recommend it 100%! Vibe was good except they're really laid back and u have to wait for them to come over or really work hard to be seated and flag ppl down for some service (I knocked a star off for their inattentive service tho that might just be their style...?) It's small so I recommend go in smaller groups. Itll be hard to seat a big group in. IG eatsumbap read more
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545 Lorimer St
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Williamsburg - North Side
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