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    5ive Spice

    4.4 (189 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Salad, Tacos
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    david l.

    One of the best Viet restaurants in NYC. The Pho and Bun is spot on. I always come in for the Bun or Banh Mi. One of my favorites is Beer batter fish.

    Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi cross section
    Rebecca S.

    My experience is based on delivery: 5 star food, 5 star customer service I have ordered from the gramercy/kips bay location several times. The food always arrives hot, is always well packaged and tasty. My personal go to is the SHAKING BEEF Bo Luc Lac Stir fried Angus steak cube) bun. It is served Served w. Side Salad & Nuoc Cham: (Romaine, Cucumber, Pickled Mustard, Grape Tomatoes, Carrots & Daikon). I appreciate the choice of Vermicelli rice noodle, Thai Jasmine rice or Solely Salad. I always choose rice and the packaging is amazing, the beef is kept seperate from the rice and arrives hot and aromatic. My mom also loves this dish but ordered it with the solely salad and opts for double veggies. We have also tried several of the bahn mini including the lemongrass chicken, the brisket and the braised short rib. All are tasty. I do recommend adding the dip for $1 as it really takes it to the next level! I ordered the lychee iced tea sweetened today. It was sweet but not too sweet which I appreciated and as with everything from 5ive spice very thoughtfully packaged in a way that there is no leaking in transit. 5ive spice has some great all day and happy hour specials, I look forward to trying their food in person when I am in the area. Customer service: One time, on a particularly busy weekend in NYC, I received the wrong bahn mi sandwich. I ordered the brisket bahn mi and received the lemongrass chicken. When I called 5ive Spice, I spoke to the manager John who was incredibly apologetic and explained it was a very busy night, without offering excuses. He offered a full refund and invited me to order again and call and he would include a complimentary bahn mi. For what it's worth, it was a very busy night in NYC, all of the restaurants we were trying to get take out or delivery from were quoting 2+ hours, and John handled the situation perfectly. The food we received was tasty and did arrive on time.

    Jennifer A.

    This is our third visit to 5spice but first time at this location. It is a smaller than the downtown spice we usually visit. The food is equally good, pho is the same and very flavorful. Waitstaff is nice and polite. Would recommend, you can't go wrong with this franchise.

    Kaz G.

    I came here after work and sat at the bar. The server was nice and helpful. I ordered the spicy short rib pho with a side of chili oil. The food came out so fast, I was surprised. This is my new go to order. It's my second time having it and it's literally so much food. I didn't even need to order anything else. I liked the vibe of this location, perfect for a lowkey date night. They were also playing the BEST music, would absolutely recommend! I need to come here for lunch.

    Dom G.

    Came here for a late lunch with the kids. We ordered 3 dishes between 3 kids and an adult - 2 classic phos and the bubba com. Also got an extra serving of noodles which they charged either $4 or $6 (can't remember). All came and served pretty quickly and the kids demolished the soup noodles. 3 standard dishes with tax and tip ended being $85.

    JiHae L.

    I stopped in for dinner here after a show at Gramercy Theater on a Saturday night. No reservation was needed, and the restaurant had a stylish, well-decorated atmosphere. The pricing was on the higher side, though that's somewhat expected for the area. A fun touch was one of the bathrooms hidden behind a bookcase. I wouldn't have noticed if my friend hadn't pointed it out. As for the food, it was decent but didn't quite live up to expectations given the price. We tried the summer rolls, which came recommended, and they were good. The menu also included corn, which felt unusual for a Vietnamese restaurant. I ordered the 5ive special pho, which was supposed to have some spice according to the menu, but it lacked any heat and didn't taste much like traditional pho broth.

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    Alan L.

    Wow The Kung Fu Pandam cocktail is a unique blend of sweet and (very mild) spice. The Pork Belly of Noodles and Pho were delicious. The Chicken Fried Dumplings were deep fried. We probably would have preferred them to be pan fried. The room was comfortable and the service was attentive.

    Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi
    Bruce H.

    I had a delivery order of fried chicken dumplings, vegetarian spring rolls and a lemongrass chicken Bahn Mi. The spring rolls were crisp and delicious with a pleasant dipping sauce. The fried chicken dumplings were on the soggy side but that might be a result of steaming inside the delivery box, one of the constant risks of getting deliver...everything gets soggy if given enough time. The lemongrass chicken Bahn Mi was packed with lots of chicken and pickled vegetables, a nice sauce and crispy bread. I would have liked a little more lemongrass added to the chicken. In all, this was a hearty, tasty meal that I would order again. Delivery was quick and packing was well done.

    Daniel R.

    My friends and I had a pretty good experience here before a show! The Brussels sprouts and spring rolls were a definite highlight of the meal. I also liked the steak bowl. My only issue was that the wrong meal was brought to me, and when I asked for the right meal, the server told me I was wrong. I didn't appreciate that, but aside from that, I had a great time!

    Braised Short Ribs Bun/Com
    Oso G.

    I've heard fantastic reviews about Pho, so I decided to give it a try and stopped by 5ive Spice Tacos & Banh Mi. The food, service, and staff were excellent. Although I didn't end up trying the Pho, the Bun/Com Braised Short Ribs with rice caught my attention, and it definitely lived up to expectations. I will definitely return.

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    Septima M.

    Service could have been better. We were not checked on and had to ask someone to continue ordering after the initial chicken wings we put in! The first serve just never came back. The pho was alright, I can't say I'm dying to go back, as other pho places I've experienced in Brooklyn and California. I think I needed chili oil, because I don't use the generous portions of hoisin and siracha! Maybe just not the veggie pho! The Bon Bu Hue broth was much better. They didn't give much herbs or sprouts , but good on the jalapeños! They offer their version of tacos which is unique to them, but they aren't worth it. They shouldn't offer tacos. The spring rolls were fine! And I liked the wings a lot!!! The place was really cute as far as design! I'd give the whole visit a 7/10. I'm not running back, I love Vietnamese food too much to eat it here.

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    Shilpa M.

    We are foodies, and this is one of those delicious restaurants that makes a cold New York winter worth it. Everything was terrific. It's more mid-range than the old school Vietnamese spots in Chinatown. The tacos are amazing, and unique. We had Pho with pork on the side, grilled shrimp salad, spring rolls, fried fish with rice. Cool secret bathroom behind the library door.

    Shaking Beef Bun/Com
    Anna K.

    I didn't make a reservation for dinner on a Tuesday evening but it wasn't necessary. They have a happy hour from 4-7 so we ordered appetizers. I got the shaking beef rice and it was very flavorful. They also accept blackbird app. Will be back!

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    The pho broth is very unique! I typically go for the beef brisket pho. The signature pho is spicy if you like that!

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    I just got pho via DoorDash. The pho was amazing. But you MF did not give me a spoon or chopsticks! Damn you! So pissed.

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    Los Tacos No. 1

    Los Tacos No. 1

    4.6
    (462 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    These always hit the spot!!! Lovely staff, very filled…read moretacos, and quality in every bite you take ^.^ Love the ambience because all the workers are friendly and pretty modern esthetic with a Mexican twist. Always recommend to anyone to check them out!

    I LOVE Los Tacos No. 1. The owners are from Tijuana & went back to learn the recipes. I haven't…read morefound tortillas or meat as fresh & tasty as this, even in NYC's outer boroughs (mostly Puebla-style I'm told). This location is convenient to Grand Central, Bryant Park, & Times Square. I was excited to find them after a getting off the Metro North. Unfortunately, the two times that I've eaten there hasn't been great, compared to their other locations in NoHo & Union Square. I'm not sure if the more touristy ambiance & customers makes a difference. First visit got the Pork Adobada Taco ($5-ish). It's similar to Al Pastor (even served with a few pieces of pineapple) but spicy. It's pork marinated in an adobo sauce made from dried red chiles (like guajillo or ancho), vinegar, garlic, and spices. The corn tortilla was very fresh & good but the pork was SO spicy. Some kind of chili oil was drizzled on, in, within, at the bottom. It comes with a sort of green crema. I barely finished - thought it was a joke or something. The second visit I got the Adobada (requested Zero spice) & a Chicken taco. The pork meat was delicious & reminded me of the first time I had Los Tacos No. 1. The chicken seemed like dark meat & was either over-marinated, slightly undercooked, or on its way out? resulting in weird mushy, slightly liver-like consistency. I even picked through the pieces to check for pinkness...the meat was just dark with little flavor. It came with a dollop of guacamole that didn't have much flavor. The corn tortillas also seemed slightly mealy/mushy & underdone. They weren't airy & slightly puffed as usual. I'll probably go back because their location and cost is convenient. But have to make sure the pork has No Spice & not sure how to ask for "done" tortillas. There's always a line at Los Tacos but it moves fast. The condiments & radishes, limes are always fresh. The staff is always pleasant & work quickly customizing your taco, wiping down the All White! hightops & refilling napkins. Don't think there's a restroom FYI.

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    Carne Asada taco with a cold glass bottle of Mexican coke....best lunch combo.

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    Cinco De Mayo

    Cinco De Mayo

    4.6
    (38 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Cinco de Mayo landed on my radar when a bunch of us at work were looking for a place to grab some…read morelunch. We had our usual list of spots in Midtown East, but this time we wanted something a little different. We ultimately landed on Mexican, however even then there were several spots to chose from. One of my colleagues found CdM, and since we had nothing to lose we decided to check it out. In terms of physical space at CdM, there is very little; this is actually a walk-up spot hence it is solely a takeout restaurant. The menu is pretty straightforward - lots of Mexican staples with a good variety to choose from. The burrito bowl looked good so I decided to go with that - I was given choice of protein (I chose pastor) and types of beans (I chose black). The bowl was really good - all the ingredients tasted fresh and they were generous with the portion. They added sour cream to the top of the bowl and it came with a side of salsa verde which I thought was a nice touch. We also ordered some bags of tortilla chips to share - these were my favorite kind as they were semi-thick and super crunchy. Overall, I had a solid experience at Cinco de Mayo. It definitely hit the Mexican craving spot and I would have no qualms returning for another meal.

    First time here - pretty solid meal with decent pricing as well…read more I got the cinco de mayo plate which came with beef. Good lunch portion and it was also pretty tasty. Also got guacamole and chips as a side - which was on the smaller side given the price. All in all it's a good lunch option in the city!

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    Tacovision

    Tacovision

    4.1
    (485 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I stopped in here while visiting NYC for a couple days with my 11yo. It was a great spot for happy…read morehour (frozen margs)!! The birria tacos were really good (or so my son said) but sadly the taquitos were terrible. They literally just had unseasoned shredded chicken (but serves me right for ordering something so basic). The salsa also tasted more like tomato paste than actual salsa. But again, the goal for this stop was a frozen marg(s) and that mission was accomplished and then were good . The atmosphere was also fun and lively and our server was attentive and never tried to push us out the door despite sitting there for a while!

    Unfortunately, this place had little to offer. The staff seemed uninterested--either they didn't…read morewant to serve customers, didn't want to be there, or both. The energy was flat, and that lack of enthusiasm carried right into the food. The menu needs a complete overhaul. I'm not sure if it's trying to be "different," but the taco options were unappealing just from reading the descriptions. I managed to choose the two best-sounding items I could find, and honestly, they were so bland I don't even remember what they were. The setup and decor were basic. This spot could be a fun hangout, but it would take a better menu and staff who actually seem to care. It feels like just another restaurant that's lost sight of creating an actual experience for guests. The lack of vibe is obvious--if you don't want customers, just say so. I'm giving 2 stars out of respect for the fact that people have to work for a living.

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    Tán by Chef Richard Sandoval

    Tán by Chef Richard Sandoval

    3.9
    (247 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    I had this place bookmarked for a while. Finally came for my birthday dinner. It was a rainy…read moreevening and I was hoping there'd be umbrella sleeves offered. I didn't see any but saw buckets for umbrellas. I opted not to leave it there since I didn't wanna forget or risk someone taking it. I took it upstairs with me. My friend had arrived and was seated. Apparently, they do offer sleeves because she got one. But the 3 people who were at the hostess booth failed to offer me one. The beautiful ambiance will get your attention immediately. It is a stunning space. The tableware was gorgeous as well. We waited for our last friend to arrive who was almost half an hour late before ordering (we thought she'd arrive sooner). Our server, Matias was gracious about it the whole time. What we ordered: Drinks: Passionfruit Margaritas & Mojito - we were happy with them. Tlayudas, Guacamole y Salsas - this was really good and a great option for the table to share. The homemade chips alone were excellent. Liked all the different dips. Guac could've used some cilantro and more acid/spice. Tán Ceviche - I loved this. Super fresh and great flavor. Could use a touch of acid. My entree was the Shrimp & Crab Enchiladas - This was pretty good. The sauce could've used some spice and some acid to cut through the richness. My friend ordered the Yellow Corn Soup as part of her meal and she did not like it. She said it was too sweet which I thought was strange. I tried a spoonful and I agreed with her. It needed a savory note and again, acid would've done wonders. Also, the crab was a bit fishy in this. She enjoyed her tamal though. I tried a touch of the sauce and it was delish. My other friend had the Quesabirria which she was also happy with. To sum up: Ambiance: 5/5 The space is undoubtedly gorgeous. Food: 4/5 Beautiful presentation on everything but each dish lacks an element or two to make it a home run. Staff: Wait staff 5/5. Downstairs staff (greeters/hostess) 4/5. Needs to be more on point like offering customers sleeves for umbrellas or pointing out the buckets to put them in. At some point through our entrees a group of 3 women were doing a 10-minute photo shoot by the stairway where our table was. Absolutely inappropriate behavior and a manager should've stopped it. Camera flashes all up in our faces while we're eating wasn't cool. Overall, still a great elevated Mexican cuisine option. The slight tweaks would make this a 5 star place for me. I'd return to try more things.

    What a GORGEOUS space. Whoever interior decorated this restaurant deserves their tens because it is…read morea spectacle. I had only seen daytime pics, but being there in the evening is a treat. If you are someone who is looking at an aesthetic place, this is a top contender. Unfortunately, I would say this place is better looking than the food is good. The food was fine, appetizers were all fresh but lacked any real depth in flavor. I wasn't too thrilled with the bone marrow I had either (but the tortillas come in the cutest basket). Personally, if it wasn't for the drinks and the space, I cant say this place is worth it - you're not coming here for the food. Another little complaint I have is the women's restroom on the second floor - right by the door is a floor to ceiling mirror which I understand was included to make the space seem bigger, but my friends and I agreed that it is a little misleading - I kept wanting to walk into it thinking there was more space there and not wall. I would recommend maybe putting a decal on it to clearly show its mirror.

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