(212) 388-1088
150 E 2nd St
New York,
NY
10009
40.723
-73.9855
Neighborhoods: East Village, Downtown, Alphabet City
Nicky's Vietnamese Sandwiches
What People Are Saying About Nicky's Vietnamese Sandwiches
The Editor
Erin Behan
Citysearch
There's nothing fancy about this joint, where the line for takeout often dwarfs those huddled at the three patio-style tables. A faithful re-creation of the classic banh mi sandwich draws the crowds. Served on a wonderfully chewy roll that yields easily to the teeth, it's a pleasing mix of savory meat (pate, ham and pork) and sweet pickled veggies (carrots and cucumber), plus a touch of cilantro and moderate dollop of mayo. Insist on sliced jalepeno for the requisite kick.
06/22/09
yum
by ElizabethMaertens
but good. the yummy sandwiches come in brown paper bags which make for good travel. And they have a very nice lemonade.
- Pros: good bread, good pork chops, good veg option
- Cons: no place to sit
09/10/08
Amazing sandwiches, great customer service
by snackster
Just wanted to highlight a great experience I had at Nicky's last night. I was out with some friends for a birthday dinner and we had been waiting for a table at a nearby restaurant for over an hour. We were starving and decided to go to Nicky's for a quick bite that we could take to a bar. We'd been there before and love their super spicy, delicious sandwiches. The door to Nicky's was open but we walked in and realized they were actually already closed. We told them it was our friend's birthday and asked if there was any way they could make just 3 more sandwiches. That was all it took: they cheerfully made them. They could've easily shown us the door or thrown our order together hastily, but they were friendly from start to finish. We left a well-deserved $20 tip in the jar. Love it when NYC feels like a small town!
- Pros: friendly staff
- Cons: very small space
12/08/07
Great sandwiches, cheap, what's to criticize?
by denardo
Excellent, fresh vietnamese sandwiches at low prices. You can't get a better meal for this price. I have to write more because apparently my review has to be at least 100 characters, but there is really nothing more to say! If you like pork and sardines you are in business.
- Pros: Cheap, fresh, quick
- Cons: None
The Details on Nicky's Vietnamese Sandwiches
Save Time:
Nicky's delivers free in the East Village with a $7 minimum order.
The Extras:
The banh mi also comes with chicken, pork chop, sardine or portobello mushroom, which can't compare taste-wise to its meatier cousins.
What to Drink:
The fresh tangy lemonade with lime is an absolute must.
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