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    CAO Bakery & Cafe

    2.8 (99 reviews)
    InexpensiveBakeries, Cuban
    Open 6:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    This the rude old lady

    there's a rude old lady with the worst attitude she clearly does not want to work here. her coworker had to jump in because she saw how awful she was being. The lady beautiful on her right arm was the one who jumped in and was super kind. It just sucks how one person can really ruin your whole experience. We tried ordering the breakfast in the beginning, and the old lady said that the kitchen was closed in the rudest way possible. And the food is not even that great it actually kind of old and this is the second time we got food here both times they tasted old.

    Umm black picadillo?
    Vicki R.

    SAVE YOUR MONEY AND TIME! Keep giving them the benefit of the doubt and keep going back and every time the quality continues to decline. Go early so you think your getting fresh pastries but get heated up pastries from the day before. The croquettes tasted only of grease ham taste was nonexistent . It seems like they refry them. I won't even get started on the customer service. Drive further to another location or maybe even go to Publix. Looking forward to the opening of the new location of Party Cake by Tamiami Airport. CAO/Vicky Bakery

    Wendy A.

    I didn't have a good experience at this bakery and not because of the people, they were nice but the food was not as fresh as I would expect it.

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    Ericka G.

    There's something about bakeries that just lead to excitement! The showcasing of all the colorful pastries,cakes, cookies, and desserts! The aroma of all things terrible for my thighs! Sometimes in life I just have to give in and indulge a little. They have so many options its hard to choose. You have your croquettas(ham,cheese,or chicken), empanadas(both chicken or beef or Colombian style) sweet pastries(guava & cheese or coconut etc),meat filled pastries, and then they have all these breakfast sandwiches like scrambled eggs with cheese and some protein on Cuban bread or a croissant. Then they have their traditional cuban steak sandwiches,media noche sandwich and then some. It's all good here, especially the cafe con léche! So whether needing a hot breakfast, a good lunch, or needing platters for a party or some festivity,Vicky's has it all!

    disgusting omg!!!!!
    Jae D.

    ZERO STARS* do not waste your time coming here. absolutely disgusting and the customer service is trash. first time coming here and we are from cali so we are used to delicious sweets, first time trying cuban desserts and they were absolutely, distraughtfully disgusting!!!! i am so scarred because of this. like seriously. what is going on? how are they in business ?!?!?!

    Bocaditos

    I love this place but you must check any and all prepared food prior to leaving the establishment. For the second time since I remember, the bocaditos (pasta) that I have purchased to go, have mold in/on them. Unfortunately, this isn't the first time I have brought this to their attention, but they still refuse to place date labels and or routinely check the food they are placing in the fridge.

    Pastries
    Wesley G.

    Not all Vicky Bakeries are created equal. This location does make good fresh pastries and the desserts are pretty original. I grew up eating only Cuban desserts with recipes that came from Cuba. I wouldn't say it's top notch but they are good. The pastries like pastel de guava are on the little sweeter side which I assume most people may not like but I do. . The staff is why I took off the star. They are just there to do their job and nothing more. They should be a little more friendlier since they are in the service industry. The coffee is okay, it doesn't taste great but it's good. I do love that this place is on the way to my job so that's a perk for me because there are only 2 bakeries on the way and I like this one. It's early on a Saturday so it's time for me to get another cafe con leche ;).

    Cookie S.

    I love me some Cuban Bakeries and always so happy when I find a good one! Today while in Miami we found this bakery. The line was long but the staff got through the line fast. Lots of pastries! They ALL looked so good! Hubby and I had a tostada with croquets it's our usual whenever we hit up a Cuban bakery, we also ordered guava pastry, some sweets and bread pudding to go. I can comment that the bread (tostadas) tasted SUPER fresh! Like they just made it, nice and warm with butter. Haven't eaten the pastries yet but the guava is oozing out the sides (which is how I determine a good guava pastry) can't wait to munch on them later. Service was nice, a lil bit of a wait cause it IS packed. But well worth it. The inside is really cute, couple of tables on the inside and out. We don't drink coffee but it did smell good. We had a mango and Mamey milkshake which tasted a lil off so we didn't finish them. Other than that it's definitely a nice bakery to check out!

    Pastelito de queso, carne. Meat and cheese pastry

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    Their media noche is the best I've had in a very long time! Oh, but the medio dia is incredible! All their food is delicious and fresh.

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    Love this place. Great croquetas, café con leche, tostadas. The cakes are also amazing with great design.

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    Ask for your food to be heated up, if not then it will be frozen. Always happens. Customer service is crappy.

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    Versailles

    4.0
    (7.1k reviews)
    12.0 mi
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    This Cuban Food Staple in Little Havana came recommended by multiple people for our weekend in…read moreMiami. It exceeded expectations!! From the brilliant mojito that was made on the patio while we waited to the exceptional desserts and everything in between was truly top notch. Personal favorites were the appetizer empanada and the Boliche! Will definitely make this a repeat on any trips to Miami

    Versailles in Little Havana continues to be a Miami classic that's well worth a visit. Today I went…read morewith my husband and son, and despite how incredibly busy the restaurant was, we had an excellent experience. My husband ordered the picadillo with rice and black beans, my son had the vaca frita with rice and black beans, and both enjoyed a side of tostones. I chose the rionada with congrí and sweet plantains. Overall, the food was delicious, flavorful, and satisfying. The only disappointment was the tostones. They were a bit bland and not as crispy as we prefer. Everything else, however, was excellent. The service was outstanding; friendly, attentive, and efficient, even with the restaurant packed. Every area was bustling, from the dining room to the bakery and takeout counters, yet everything seemed well organized. The restaurant itself was clean and very well maintained. To finish our meal, the three of us shared a flan, and it was absolutely delicious; the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. I have to admit, we were enjoying our conversation so much that I completely forgot to take pictures! That's probably a good sign that we were too busy enjoying the food and each other's company. Versailles remains one of Miami's iconic Cuban restaurants, and it's definitely a place worth visiting. We'll certainly be back.

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    Flan de Caramelo ($4.75) - Cuban style flan. Pretty good though very sweet. Very smooth texture.
    Flan de Caramelo ($4.75) - Cuban style flan. Pretty good though very sweet. Very smooth texture.
    Flan de Caramelo ($4.75) - Cuban style flan. Pretty good though very sweet. Very smooth texture.

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    Lots of Yelpers hyped up the outdoor patio, but we came during a massive thunderstorm so we didn't…read moreget to check it out. The inside is cute also! We started with the goat cheese croquettes, which were delicious! The marmalade went well, and the pickles onions and jalapeños cut the richness and were a nice complement. Husband had the Masa de Puerco chino and loved it. Big tender chunks of pork, super flavorful. I had the abuela's ropa vieja, and it was perfect. I don't even usually like plantains, and the Maduros were delicious! Oh! And the Passion lemonade was SO GOOD!! Service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. Loved everything about the experience, and we're hoping to get back while we're in Miami!

    We came here for dinner on our first night in Miami. We made reservations but it said outdoor patio…read morewasn't available. Regardless when we arrived they sat us outside which is exactly what we were hoping for. Our server was nice at first. Explained all the popular dishes got our drinks out very quickly. I think she stole our table from someone else because shortly after someone came and we told them we put our order in and he seemed a little bothered. Unfortunately, our other server disappeared and never checked up on us. We pretty much didn't have any napkins during our entire duration of our meal. At least that part was good. We started off with a couple of mojitos and their Vaca Frita Tostones. You get these homemade maduro tostones topped off with shreeded beef in a moon sauce, pickled onion, and aji Amarillo aioli. A very delicious dish that didn't last long. Shortly after we received our main dish. I really hate when they do that. My wife ordered their Abuelas Ropa Vieja and I ordered their Masa de Puerco Chino. My wife didn't really care for her dish much. We've had plenty of Ropa Vieja before and would have preferred a congri type of rice as opppsed to just plain white rice. My dish was 10/10. Like in the name of "chino" this is an Asian inspired dish with fried rice, maduros, pineapple confit and crispy pork. A very delicious dish. It could have don't without the little salad on top, but at least it ads color to the dish. The crispy pork tasted so amazing and the fried had so much flavor. Mix in some of the maduros and you get a sweet and savory dish. Would definitely be returning to try this dish again.

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    4.1
    (3.9k reviews)
    19.1 mi
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    Takes reservations
    Large group friendly

    I visited Havana about 20 years ago. I loved the beans and rice. So, we had to try an authentic…read moreCuban meal. I had their famous chicken, which is roasted in a special gravy sauce. It comes with fried plantains, fingerling potatoes and beans and rice. It was amazing! Chicken was perfect. The beans and rice were delectable. Service was excellent. Inside was a little small, but full of Cuban decor. Wife and son shared a Cuban sandwich. They loved it. The fries were also terrific. Highly recommend!

    Classic Cuban flavors with rich, comforting dishes…read more Had the lechón asado (roasted pork) at Havana 1957 and enjoyed the meal overall. The roasted pork was tender, juicy, and packed with savory garlic-forward flavor. The crispy edges added a nice contrast in texture, and the mojo-style seasoning brought everything together with a bright, citrusy punch. It was comforting, flavorful, and paired really well with the traditional sides. Service was friendly and attentive, and the staff made the dining experience smooth even during a busy time. The vibe is lively and colorful, with a nostalgic Cuban café atmosphere that makes the whole experience feel festive and welcoming. It's a great spot for groups, casual dinners, or anyone looking to enjoy classic Cuban comfort food. Overall, a really solid Cuban meal with bold flavors and generous portions. I'd come back to try more of their traditional dishes and cocktails.

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