Zenkichi Takes a Summer Break; Eataly Now Hiring

MIDTOWN— Beacon has opened up a little pop-up sandwich shop called Side Door. They serve a limited menu—burgers or two hot dogs with chips and soda—for $10. [ML]

FLATIRON— Former Times critic Frank Bruni lists his favorite restaurants across the country. His NY pick: Hill Country: "To the meat counter I go for glistening slabs of moist brisket and for heavy, meaty pork ribs. Then it's over to a different counter for corn pudding. At the end I'll fetch a peanut butter and jelly cupcake." [Epicurious]

WILLIAMSBURG—Zenkichi is closed for renovations until July 7. [EaterWire]

FLATIRON—Eataly Joe Bastianich and Mario Batali's upcoming ginormous food emporium is hiring. [GS]