Nicky's Vietnamese Sandwiches
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Phone: (718) 855-8838
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Between Hoyt Street and Smith Street
- Directions:
- F, G to Bergen St
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 12pm-9pm, Sun 12pm-7pm
Editorial Review for Nicky's Vietnamese Sandwiches – by Erin Behan
The Scene
There's nothing fancy about this joint, where the line for takeout often dwarfs those huddled at the few patio-style tables. Bright colored walls, fake greenery and a cooler of Snapple round out the decor.
The Food
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. It also comes with chicken, pork chop, sardine or portobello mushroom, which can't compare taste-wise to its meatier cousins. The bland, limp summer rolls are not the shop's forte. The fresh tangy lemonade with lime, however, is a must.
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Insider Tips
DeliveryNicky's delivers free to the neighborhood with a $7 minimum order.
Know Before YouThe place is cash-only, so hit the ATM on the way.
User Reviews for Nicky's Vietnamese Sandwiches
02/06/2008 Posted by torgosmanos
I've been a fan of Vietnamese sandwiches for a long time back when it was a little known side menu item in the court house district downtown. A few places in Chinatown served them but it was a very insider thing. They slowly got prominence from a few foodie articles in the New Yorker and Time Out, and that's about when Nicky's in the E.Vil opened. Nicky's in Brooklyn opened about 6 months later. Anyway, long review short... the sandwiches here (in both shops) are far superior to what you get in the court house area. Fresh baguettes... not hero rolls. Fresh jalapeņo... fresh cilantro. The smell of the sandwiches is almost better than the taste, but not quite. It's a delicious olfactory experience. Now they have Pho, which is about a gallon of amazing soup which you drop fresh beef or veg into to steep and then eat... the ultimate winter food. And get some vietnamese coffee. So good. Ms. Dang the owner manager is also incredibly sweet, knows and chats with everyone, and gives it a totally smalltown but NY competent vibe that epitomizes Brooklyn. This place rocks... just remember it's closed Mondays.
Pros: Amazing sandwiches, continual delightful surprises on the menu as you progress
Cons: Tight seating, easy to overlook on block composed mainly of antique stores
12/18/2007 Posted by boerumgraphics
Great portobello Vietnamese sandwich! Excellent price ($4 I think?) It's nice to find such a delicious vegetarian snack!
Pros: Tasty food. Low prices, Good portions
Cons: Small space, few tables.
