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Spice Noodle
$ · Vietnamese, Pho

1509 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10029
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Spice Noodle 7.6
East Harlem
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Compact Lexington Avenue noodle shop listed as Vietnamese that runs a broad menu including pho and wok dishes with takeout-friendly service. It’s best when you lean into a hot bowl of pho or a vermicelli special and treat it as a quick, affordable stop rather than a destination meal.
Must-Try Dishes: Pho Bo (beef noodle soup), Bun cha, Bun xao lunch special
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 7.3 Consistency: 7.1 Food Quality: 8.1 Atmosphere: 6.3 Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: A budget-friendly noodle counter where a bowl of pho or vermicelli can anchor a fast, filling meal.
Who should go: Solo diners and quick lunch seekers near Lexington Avenue
When to visit: Midday or early evening when it’s quieter and faster
What to order: Pho Bo, bun cha, or the bun xao lunch special
Insider tip: Order directly around a noodle bowl and one vermicelli dish—keeping the order tight yields the strongest experience here.