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5ive Spice Gramercy

363 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016
$$$
Vietnamese
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Best Vietnamese in Murray Hill & Kips Bay

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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5ive Spice Gramercy 8.4
Murray Hill
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5ive Spice’s Gramercy outpost turns Vietnamese street food into a fuller night out with cocktails, banh mi, pho, and their signature Bánh Xèo tacos. The space is livelier and more design-forward than a typical pho shop, drawing both neighborhood regulars and destination diners.
Must-Try Dishes: 5ive special bone-in pho, Bánh Xèo tacos, BBQ pork banh mi
Scores:
Value: 6.9 Service: 8.3 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 9 Atmosphere: 8.2 Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: A buzzy Vietnamese eatery with a bar program and playful tacos.
Who should go: Friends wanting pho, cocktails, and a lively room.
When to visit: Prime dinner hours for full energy and bar buzz.
What to order: 5ive special pho, Bánh Xèo tacos, BBQ pork banh mi.
Insider tip: Book ahead for a booth and plan to share several small plates.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited and competitive in the evenings; nearby garages are the most reliable option after 6pm.
Dress code: Smart casual trending dressy — jeans are fine, but most guests lean stylish for dinner and drinks.
Noise level: Moderate-to-loud during peak hours — fine for social dining, not ideal for quiet conversations.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation during peak hours.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait or under 10 minutes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several vegetable pho options, rice plates, and tofu substitutions available.
Vegan options: Limited — a few items can be made vegan with modifications, but confirm sauces.
Gluten-free options: Yes — rice-based dishes like pho and vermicelli bowls work well, but cross-contamination is possible.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — the lively energy, cocktails, and shareable dishes make it an easy, fun first-date spot without feeling too formal.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Weekday nights are often manageable with a short wait, but weekends are risky without a reservation.
Is it kid-friendly? Better for teens than small kids — the menu works, but the bar-forward energy makes it more adult-oriented at night.
Best For
Better for: Vietnamese food with a nightlife feel — cocktails, group energy, and playful fusion dishes that stand out from traditional pho shops.
Skip if: You want a quiet, traditional Vietnamese noodle house focused purely on classic flavors without the party atmosphere.