The cream cheese wontons were the BEST i've ever had. So perfectly sweet, the filling to breading ratio was perfect. Came with a sweet and sour sauce that was also amazing. The pho was also amazing! The broth was perfect and the portion was huge! Came out super hot and fresh. My only complaint is that the meat had lots of fatty pieces, hence the 4 star rating. Definitely will be back! read more

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A friend and I stopped here today for lunch and we had a fairly average experience. There is a parking lot with very limited parking and very large pot holes, so driver beware! We were greeted by the most friendly woman and it actually hurts a bit to only give this place a 3 because she was delightful!! The inside is small but does have some limited seating. The seating area was clean. The food: my friend got the vegetable pho and didn't finish it because he said the broth really wasn't very flavorful. I have the shrimp curry and the shrimp were kind of rubbery and the sauce was very average. The portions to price were also a bit high in my opinion. Over all this place was just very average. It wasn't bad but not memorable... read more

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We were hungry after browsing at the thrift store and decided to check out Cadao Express as it's a few doors down from Giot. Though I don't normally get soup on warm days, my throat had been hurting a little since yesterday and the seafood pho was very soothing. The seafood was tasty and the portion was generous. On the other hand, my friend wasn't too crazy about the noodle dish she ordered as she thought it had too much sauce. Service was friendly and easy to pay at the counter. They give you a discount if you pay in cash as I did. Easy to find tables to sit at as the restaurant wasn't too crowded. I live in another state and while I wouldn't go out of my way to go here, I'd certainly come back if in the area. read more

Cadao Express - Seafood pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Richfield, Minnesota

1st time back since renovation. Nice new dine-in seating area. My almost 4-year old loved the pho and told me the night we went that he wants to go back soon and bring his dad and brother. read more

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Pho for the soul We ordered takeout pho since we've been under the weather. I got the chicken while my husband got the beef and meatballs. I appreciate that everything was packaged separately and with care. The broth was thin and nourishing and not overpowering which was nice to be able to savor the flavors of everything else in the pho. The place is super tiny so I think it's mostly a takeout spot. Overall it's good value and I would come back! read more

Probably one of my favorite Vietnamese food places within the Twin Cities area, if not my favorite, and the entire vibe, which is definitely hole in the wall, allows one to know that their food has got to be good. While I have only ordered a few items from them so far, I have found them all to be great and worth a try for sure. Everything ranging from the spring rolls, which had an abundant amount of items including pork and shrimp, to the bun bo hue had been authentically on point. The bun bo hue was probably the spiciest one I have had anywhere, and it contained a good amount of flavor. I was given a lot of meat of various types in it, including the kinds of pork that I didn't eat. I still appreciated the courtesy, though, despite not eating it. The pho wasn't in a large bowl, but the bowl itself was filled with all kinds of ingredients from meat to noodles, and of course, had broth that contained an abundant amount of flavor. Towards the end, I was also given free Ferrero Rochers, which I also appreciated. I have been here several times and the chocolate wasn't a guarantee every time, so just a heads up there, but it's okay since I wasn't expecting them to begin with. Apparently they had a lot of Chinese food options as well, which I would love to try upon my return here! read more

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This place is always so good. I swear the same old man is always the only one working there but there must be a cook in the back! Pho here is delicious. The place itself is tiny so you know it's good. Another hole in the wall that is worth checking out. One of the best places around that area. read more

I have given this restaurant more than one chance but something is always wrong with every order, ordered rice noodle salad got Lo Mein noodles instead not the same! read more

Awesome food the owner he is very nice guy . I will be back soon for bun Bo hue and more read more

Cadao Express - Vietnamese Near Me - Richfield, Minnesota

My second time going here was much better. This time I ordered ahead of time and when I arrived the food was ready and was very good and hot. The portions are very large and provided several meals read more

Service was quite good, unfortunately, the two lunch combos that we had were very mediocre vs. similar restaurants. Maybe items other than the lunch combos are better, but we will never know. read more

Food was pretty tasty and decent. Will return. I have gotten take out a number of times in the past.

Compact Viet- Chinese carry out. Along a strip with tight parking, this place is easily missed, but would be a fun addition if you aren't in the mood to cook. Dined in here during lunch, but not really a place to do that. It has a total of about 3 tables. Most of the orders are carry out for a good reason. 12. Special pho. I normally skipped the meatballs and order extra tendon. This broth was very meaty and flavorful. The tendons were very soft and meat tender. Would order again for sure! 82. Beef rice vermicelli I took as a take away to eat for dinner. Beef had a great flavor and a slight chew, but in the beefy way. Vegetables were crisp and the sauce not overly powering. read more

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Wish I could leave a higher number. The reopening is wonderful. At least 3 times the seating space with a nice facelift to the inside but still all the great food you'd expect. The bowls of pho seem even bigger, but I may be exaggerating as I waited expectantly for the reopening craving it for months!! Love this place read more

Sadly, I do not have any pictures because I was just in there enjoying the food! I have ordered take-out from here once before but I actually dined in this time. This is a little bit more of a hole in the wall type of place, but honestly, it is SO SO GOOD. The springrolls are amazing and fresh, served with a nice light peanut sauce that is not too sweet (which is a rare thing!) Also, the pho is incredible. The broth is delicious, light, fresh, comforting, soothing and everything in between. The chicken is perfectly cooked, fresh and tasty. All of the veggies are fresh and crispy. Definitely a place to get take-out from or even if you fee like dining in. The service is impeccable and the the people that work there are so sweet and quick! I also got the moo goo gai pan (a favorite of mine) and that was also PERFECT . The sauce was light and garlicy with the most perfect veggies! Definitely 10 outta 10 will be here again! read more

this place is small but packs a big flavor. I was introduced to it by some co-wokers. I am new to the Pho outside of minneapolis scene. I was suprised by the flavor at this spot. It's not the rare thin sliced beef in cooking temp broth but it's gots it's own charm. The bowl is very Onion forward, spring and white onion. They don't have tap water so you will pay .50 for a bottle of water. the location has 3 tables of 4 stools. the food comes out fast. the condiments are what you would expect. We all got Pho so I can't comment on any other menu items. the service was fast and no nonsense. Plus it's so small that the server is never far away. I would recomend. read more

I'll always appreciate a good family-owned location, and Cadao Express is a great one. Though it's a bit far from home, my friends and I try to walk down at least every couple weeks in the summer! While the location is nestled into a bit of an awkward little mall, the delicious food and kind owners make up for it. You'll always be greeted with a smile and excitement as somebody is ready to take care of you. While the quality of individual dishes can vary, I definitely recommend grabbing an egg roll every time you visit! They're enormous, affordable, and some of the best snacks I've ever eaten. read more

I decided to get the freshest food to go and order in person. Big mistake. No one at this place speaks a word of English. I tried to order A noodle dish and the person at the front desk kept pointing to PHO I told her at least ten times I didn't want PHO and what I wanted and guess what..I got some kind of soup that I didn't want and just went hungry instead. I also fell on the way out as they didn't shovel or put salt down on the sidewalk. I cant say if the food is any good or not as they didnt give me what I ordered. read more

Great pho and chicken fried rice. Flavor of broth is solid and overall taste is rich in flavor with great ingredients. Large portions.

Way too expensive and each of the items I ordered had a strange off putting flavor. Love supporting local small business but not this one.

Fantastic family run Vietnamese restaurant. Tiny little hole in the wall with some of the best Pho around. Very friendly service. We love this spot. read more

Wow. So good. Total hole in wall. Think street food stools in Vietnam. But so, so yummy. Skip the Chinese side of menu and go straight to the pho's. All are so good. And they give you plate of bean sprouts, fresh basil leaves, fresh cut jalapeños and limes to add to taste. Ignore the decor, go here to eat the food. Note closed on weekends, and after 2 pm becomes takeout only. read more

Cadao Express - Chicken pho. - Vietnamese Near Me - Richfield, Minnesota

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Ordered a side of egg rolls, mock duck curry and beef vermicelli bowl. The food was good but I was very overcharged- should have been $29 based on their online menu but when I arrived I was told it was $39.64! I was in a rush and didn't have time to fight about it. But if you're calling in a pick up order make sure to verify the price ahead of time. read more

Over priced for the quantity and quality. Very little meat and lots of fat. The sides were limited. Taste was bland. Many better options in the area. read more

Cadao Express - 1/10. Very little fatty meat with Amy Pho. Greasy broth. Definitely not worth $14.00. - Vietnamese Near Me - Richfield, Minnesota

Loyal customer here 20 plus years. I was slightly worried at first due to new ownership, but that all changed after my first slurp. Boy ohh boy let me tell you when grandma is in the kitchen, we'll let's just say magic happens. I dunno, i mean it was delicious before but this time it was even better than i remembered. So much that i felt the need to share this with who ever reads this haha! Enjoy!! read more

Delicious pho! Small dining area. Straightforward service. Portions are a tad small. read more

Cadao Express - Brisket Pho #11 - Vietnamese Near Me - Richfield, Minnesota

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Ya'll it's really good. I tried Pho Tai (shaved beef) and it was delicious. All the flavors I expect in there and you can tell it was made with love. All the fixins came with it and I was a happy camper. We also tried several of the Chinese dishes on the menu and everything was shockingly good! The inside of this tiny place is basically just 2 tables, so we got the food to go but everything was well packaged and the man who helped me was very kind. I will def be back! read more

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The Pho was great! A small little restaurant. Service was quick and fast! No restroom though... plan ahead! read more

Overpriced and bad service. Food mediocre. Expensive for a hole in the wall. Service was sloppy and uninspired. Meet in egg roll tasted rancid. read more

Very tasty a little bit greasy but not enough that I won't come back!! They were kind of stingy with the veggies too,but good read more

Cadao Express - Rare beef pho very tasty broth a little greasy but taste was there! - Vietnamese Near Me - Richfield, Minnesota

Pretty good food! Not too bad as far as Chinese food goes! Could use a lot more thoughtful stuff!!

Best Vietnamese/chinese in Richfield--their pho is tasty, the chicken dishes are cooked to perfection and their cream cheese wontons are delish! This spot is takeout only with a small area to eat in the restaurant. I love that they have a smaller menu and specialize in a few dishes with different protein options. Expect your food to be ready fast & hot. Overall, I have had a good experience with Cadao , and I've had issues finding Chinese in the area that I like, so I am pleased :) read more

Very tiny restaurant with only 4 tables. Decided to eat there, because luckily it was just me. Definitely perfect for takeout. Based on the reviews ordered something other than pho. The photos people had of the pho the broth looked too fatty for me. I like my broth clean and clear. Ordered the bún riêu and spring rolls. Both were great. Tasted like what my grandma makes. All the employees were questioning if I'm Vietnamese and didn't realize I could understand the whole time. Haha Gave them a great tip, because they said I'm pretty. Smart customer service on their part. Haha read more

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Tiny place on Penn (don't worry-there's parking in front/side/behind the building). Small tables since most of their business is to-go orders. We ate in & enjoyed our experience! Service was quick and efficient, our food came out as it was cooked. I enjoyed the Bun Bo Xao Sa (Vietnamese Bowl-lemongrass beef): tangy/spicy nuc baum sauce over vermicelli noodles and tender chunks of beef cooked with lemongrass. I even learned how to pronounce the dish in Vietnamese (thanks to my server). The Vietnamese Coffee was spot on: rich coffee flavor infused with the creamy goodness of the sweetened condensed milk. My sister enjoyed her Eggroll Rice Vermicelli Bun. I would love to come back here during warmer weather and eat pho outside on the little table! read more

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I'd recommend ordering to go. There's literally three tables in this place...and they suggest sharing tables if there's not enough space. Just what I want--the prison dining experience. They were also very stingy with the sauce--you get tiny cups for the egg rolls and they seemed hesitant to give us more. With that said, the pho is pretty damn good. The broth had strong flavor and there was plenty of scallions, cilantro, basil, etc. My friend that was with me commented that they are closefisted with the noodles. Seeing as that's a rather cheap part of the meal, I'd think they could throw some more in. Egg rolls are bias cut but are filled generously. Glass noodles in any egg roll gets a big thumbs up from me. The server is a bit odd. Also, there's no free water from what I can ascertain--you're paying 50¢ for a 9¢ bottle. That's cheap too! I feel like they really would prefer you didn't eat the food there. Also, if its towards closing, they only do takeout. read more

Spring roll is fresh tasting with savory peanut sauce. Beef Pho was ok, helped along by the basil and jalapenos on the accompanying plate, but I opted for adding hoisin and some sriracha to up the flavor. Green is the hot tea offered, bagged in a cup. Vietnamese coffee was iced, not expected but tasty. Owner said this meal was $48. (!?!?) I challenged him, he was gracious about his error. Still $29 for 1 for lunch, before tip. Good but not worth that price. read more

Always super friendly, foods always delicious!! Can't go wrong here for a mom and pop shop like restaurant! read more

I can only comment on the pho since I haven't tried anything else. It's just ok pho. The soup is a bit on the oily side...though I don't mind it so much since the flavor is there. It's not bland but not exactly full of flavors either. I ordered pho tai. It came with plenty of meat. I only wish they had given more noodles. It's a bit pricier than other pho places; however, being that it is in Richfield and only a 3 min drive from my place I can't complain too much. This place is more of a takeout, as there are only three small tables and can probably fit less than 10 people comfortably. read more

Cadao Express - #7 - Vietnamese Near Me - Richfield, Minnesota

It was OK. I had the Bun Bo Hue, so I suppose I can only speak for this one dish. However, I did come to Cadao probably 5 years ago and sort of remember walking away with the same feeling. So, the Bun Bo Hue had a really great broth flavor and was the only highlight of the dish. The noodles were good, but I didn't feel there were nearly enough to constitute for a $9 dollar dish. The beef was very tough and I ended up having to shove huge pieces in my mouth, chew for a couple minutes, and then spit out excess beef that I couldn't swallow. Aside from the mediocre dish, the food did come in a timely manner, which was appreciated. However, the customer service was almost nonexistent... But I have been to enough Chinese restaurants to expect little when it comes to customer service. I probably won't come back. Not because the food was awful, but because it wasn't great. Additional notes: Very limited parking and VERY limited seating (they have around 5 tables that can squeeze ~4 person/table). read more

Cadao Express - Bun Bo Hue (very tough and chewy beef) - Vietnamese Near Me - Richfield, Minnesota

Hole in the wall with incredible pho & bun rieu. What a hidden treasure! Went twice in the last 3 days. Reminds me of the no frill pho spots in Vietnam. Excellent food. read more