5ive Spice Tacos & Banh Mi

"Special House Phở The special house phở at 5ive Spice in Park Slope has four different kinds of beef, and this combination of meats is exactly what you need on a cold winter day. So whether you’ve tried it before or are willing to let your inner caveperson take over your body in the name of great noodle soup, you’ll probably find yourself ordering a bowl of this Vietnamese noodle soup in the near future." - nikko duren

"The Classic Vietnamese bánh mì at 5ive Spice is pretty good, but make a special trip to this Vietnamese sandwich-and-taco shop for the battered fish bánh mì. The crispy, fluffy catfish takes to the crusty baguette like it just got legs and decided to Saturday Night Fever strut on dry land for the first time. Pickled carrots and daikon are the perfect substitutes for the vinegary slaw usually paired with fried fish, and you have the option to add a black pepper glaze. (Say yes for the full Travolta effect.) If you don’t do bánh mì without pâté, the classic is a reliable option with real Viet cold cuts and marrow pâté that tastes like deeply roasted tomatoes. You can get their marinated fish and pickled vegetables in taco form as well." - hannah albertine, matt tervooren, neha talreja, kenny yang

"The phở broth at this casual spot on 5th Ave in Park Slope is slow-simmered for 12 hours. It makes the phở here rich and mouth-coating, and it helps balance all the bright herbs, jalapeños, and citrus that come with it. If you’re in the mood for a bánh mì, order a cup of broth on the side, and dip the crispy bread coated in marrow-laced pâté into it before every bite. This place is a quick, convenient option for when you’ve only got an hour or so between work and show time. " - Team Infatuation

"5ive Spice offers a fried chicken sandwich with thin cutlets, pickles, and herbs." - Robert Sietsema

"The phở broth at this casual spot on 5th Ave in Park Slope is slow-simmered for 12 hours, and it’s one of the first things we reach for (or dive into headfirst) after a long day. It makes the phở here rich and mouth-coating, and it helps balance all the bright herbs, jalapeños, and citrus that come with it. If you’re in the mood for a bánh mì, order a cup of broth on the side, and dip the crispy bread coated in marrow-laced pâté into it before every bite. photo credit: Emily Schindler" - Matt Tervooren