Cam to CAO for breakfast at my sister's suggestion. They have a nice assortment of breakfast options. I was going to get a traditional breakfast sandwich but my sister convinved me to get a special request croqueta sandwich, which was not on the menu but she designed herself by request and they acommodated her. It was delicious as was the colada that gave me just the pick-me-up I needed for a long day of travel ahead. I had never been to CAO before but the food was good as was the service. I will be back if I am in the area again. read more

This morning at about 8:30, I stopped in for some morning goodies and I was very disappointed. First, the line to order was not clearly marked. Therefore, I was skipped when it was time for ordering. It turns out that the ordering is done at the register marked "pick up orders here." So, that was confusing since a pick up food here next to the register would be the terminus, not the point of ordering. The ordering wasn't too bad, the main problem was the food. I ordered a baked ham and cheese empanada, 2 croquetas de jamon caseras, a tequeno de queso, and a 32 piece pastry sampler. All the food was cold and likely old. It didn't taste fresh at all, I ended up tossing it out. It's early in the morning and there were serval people inside the restaurant, the food should have been fresh. The sampler looks old and beat up, based on the rest of the food, I'm not very optimistic. The food was bagged up for me, so I didn't notice it until I got home. I should have checked, I'm very disappointed. read more

CAO Bakery & Cafe - Sampler in which the guava looks old and dry and you can see the pastries are crushed and beat up. - Bakeries Near Me - Miami, Florida

I'm generally a big fan of Cuban bakeries. Coladas, pastries, sandwiches, convenience, value. This location of CAO, unfortunately, does not deliver. The sandwiches are terrible. Just terrible. Cold, no sauce. Bland. I wish it were different. The service was slow in addition. Coffee and pastries were still good. read more

I called to inquire about making an order and was greeted in Spanish. I politely asked if anyone spoke English and received a super snooty and flat toned "No". I asked, "No English? No one?" and again received a super snooty, "No. No ingles". I asked for a manager cause I would assume maybe a manager would speak English, but was told the manager was gone. It was only 1 pm. Ridiculous. Had her tone been kind and apologetic I wouldn't have had a problem, but the rude attitude to her tone was insulting and ridiculous. So entitled sounding about not having a single employee capable of speaking some English. I will not return here again, ever. There are a million bakeries to choose from and I ended up using Pinecrest Bakery instead, where they were polite and helpful, and able to speak English. read more

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Ordering a large coffee should be a simple hassle free process but not here. They want to force you to buy a plastic "reusable" cup for $9.99. I don't want your crappy plastic cup. How about offering a large sized coffee in a throw away cup like every other coffee shop does! I will stick to Sergios or Pinecrest Bakery that doesn't force me to pay $9.99 for a large coffee. read more

Great pastelitos, sándwiches, better than most Cuban bakeries. Also there should be one near you with 20 locations. Chk them out... Ps. Empanadas too read more

La cajera sachely ofrece muy buena atención la verdad es muy atenta y amable todos los dulces y desayunos muy ricos al igual que los batidos y excelente servicio read more

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me atendió una chica llamada yarianna días ,divina la mejor atención regresaría por ella a ese lugar y dulces riquísimos

I have a love/hate for CAO. On one hand, I love their fresh baked goods (Cuban bread, pastries, empanadas, etc) and cortadito. Prices are reasonable and customer service is mostly great (except for the below instance). The cafe is extremely clean, with plenty of seating. If not for the below incident, this could have been a 4 star review. And now for the hate: we ordered a custom birthday cake from CAO, for a terminally ill family member who was in hospice care. This would most likely have been his last birthday cake. He was turning 60. We pre-ordered a chocolate layer cake, and asked them to write Happy 60th Birthday on the cake. They said no problem. Seemed simple enough, right? Wrong!! When we picked up the cake, it was a generic cake. Nothing was written on the cake. When we showed them our receipt, with the Happy 60th Birthday message clearly written on the receipt, they just shook their heads and said no, they can't do it. WTF?!?! If they couldn't do it, why did they agree to do it? We would have ordered the cake from another bakery! It was bad enough that it was a generic cake (probably from their stale premade cakes in their display) but to add insult to injury, they just dismissed us when we questioned them...twice! I felt that they took advantage of us since we didn't speak Spanish, and knew we were at a disadvantage since we needed the cake that day. Totally unprofessional and I discourage everyone from ordering a special cake from them. Promises are not met and what you order is not what you get. Unfortunately, this will be my family members last birthday cake ever. I'm just glad we bought special "60" candles from Walgreens to put on the cake! CAO...you are cold-hearted...Shame on you!! Note: they also do NOT honor their Yelp Check-in offer. Why am I not surprised? read more

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This is a fabulous small chain bakery. Usually, when you hear "small chain" bakery, that's the Chain of Fools. Volume is seldom friendly to quality baked goods. Don't believe me? Ask Bodegon. Or Starbucks. Their pan-Latin selections were off-the-chain good. Pandebono, croquettas, pastelitos de carne, were some of the best that I've had in South Florida. There are some bakeries that can turn out pretty good product, but fall flat on coffee. Even in Miami Beach, where great coffee should be a given, there is a lot of pricey, yet terrible, bakery-slung coffee. Here, the coffee was awesome! Counter staff was equally great. Super-nice in both Spanish and English. They have great seating. Killer ambience. Limited parking, but hey, they have a little. Consider the neighborhood. It hides in a strip mall. Absolutely with seeking out! read more

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I love to visit these bakeries in Miami. The service at this location was super nice. They have a seating area inside only and following all the COVID protocols. Their prices are great and the beautifly tasty menu with all the delicious pastries, sandwiches, cakes, and more, was GREAT!!! read more

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Today was my second time here-and my last. I love pan con lechon. It's my go to at any Cuban establishment. Today I ordered it, and was given my sandwich without onions. For those unaware- this sandwich is a flavorful combo of marinated pork, grilled onions and Cuban bread. I pointed out that the onions were missing. What's weird is that was exactly what happened the last time I was here. I was on my way to catch a flight so, unfortunately, I didn't have time to turn around and get it fixed. So, back to today, I was given my sandwich (with onions) in the original packaging. I get to my car and open it-it was a pile of pork, onions and bread thrown together (see the photo). If I was conspiracy minded- I would assume this was an act of aggression. I put everything back together and enjoyed my pan con lechon. I simply don't understand why it's so hard to put together 3 things- especially when it's listed on the menu. read more

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Let's talk cafe con leche- very good and the fact that they offer a carafe of it is great. Croquetas do leave much to be desired as the last six times (because i keep coming back for that cafe con leche and crispy bacon) are always burned, dark brown and oily. I would say thats the one thing i would change at this location. I will say the cuban bread is very good as well. read more

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The CAO bakery on Sunset is always clean, the staff is friendly and the pastries are excellent. I particularly like their omelette sandwich (ham, American cheese and onions) with a café & milk. Today Monday 11/22/2021 I went and asked for the free loaf of Cuban bread at 11:07 am and was told it had run out. Since coming for last two years and being the third time I ask... not bad. I commend the CAO owners as they have made this available and also have offered a 25% off for First Responders, Hospital workers, etc. Amazing folks. Wishing them and staff a Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for the service provided. read more

We went to the location on 72nd - they had a great selection of bakery items - we finally decided on guava and coconut pastelitos and a bread pudding, along with a couple cafe con leches. Everything was great! We'd wanted to try Cuban coffee and pastries and these were very good and at very reasonable prices. There were plenty of tables inside and also a couple outside and the staff were very helpful - we'll try to get there again before heading home to the midwest. read more

Thanks to the staff for the suggestion to try their new pastelito Love it I have come here several times before i always try to look for new stuff to try this time i ask the staff and im glad i did read more

Three employees having an argument while I wait to be welcomed and asked what I wanted. I've always loved this place because of the service and cleanliness. Today I have changed my mind. I had to ask them to stop the back and forth and tend to their customer. I spent 53.00 and not even a thank you at the end. I will not return. The server was Elide read more

Every time I go in they have no pastelito they ran out and it is 12 noon and when they do have done it sometimes taste like hard and not enough guava in it. No flavor . I wish we had a Vicky's bakery instead . read more

Not only is this a great place to find a great Cuban coffee but so many other treats as well. I will def be coming back. You must try the croqueta de la casa it is creamy and savory all at the same time. I love the flan and it taste just like a homemade one. They also have salads that look great and that a great option if you are trying to watch your figure. I recently have the chicken sandwich and it was juicy and perfect. read more

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Super friendly staff!! Following social distancing during these times with dots on the floor to ensure people stand 6 feet apart. This location recently opened about a week before the pandemic began. The location is very clean, the windows allow lots of light to come in and make this bakery even more like heaven. I'm so excited for a location close to home! The food is made fresh and the lady ensured she asked exactly what I wanted on my sandwiches and how I wanted my coffee made. Definitely plan on being a regular here. They are also accepting online orders and deliver though third party services. read more

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One star for spending money here for food that is always incomplete or made wrong. I've only been here twice since I wanted to try a new bakery but sadly both orders we're wrong when I finally open the food and won't ever be coming back. First order 2/3 weeks back I tried two breakfast sandwiches and I receive only egg between two cuban toast. Fine mistakes happen ... but comeon who eats bread alone with a single egg... Second time back today I order a Breakfast Croissant and The Original with ham and bacon , I get home my girlfriend got the original with eggs and a piece of steak. Mind you not a big meat person for 9am breakfast. But to top it off the Croissant came with egg shells in the sandwich which is totally nasty. At least their coffee and some pastries are okay, pastelito preparado had very pastie meat looking like dog food , pinecrest pastelito preparado wins them 10/10. Wish the place was better. Looked very clean and nice but the ladies who work there aren't the best for cooking/food. As well both times were different ladies. read more

I ordered $56 dollars of food on their website today for pickup. To say I'm disappointed is an understatement. We pickup the order and it feels light. The lady says it's all in the bag. We get home and 2 sandwiches and our arroz con pollo bites are missing. We drive back. Not a huge deal as it's 8 minutes away. We come back and they say oops she forgot this bag. We check the order and notice that our homemade shoestring potatoes are piknik potatoes out of a can. $3 for a handful of canned shoestring potatoes. I've attached the pictures so you can see what they put on the site versus what you get. Same happened with our $15 pan con churrasco. Pictures attached. The arroz con pollo bites were cold, like out of the refrigerator cold and had less than half a red sauce and no cilantro sauce. Never again CAO Bakery. At least Croquetas and pastelitos were ok which is why they get 2 stars if not it would be a zero. read more

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Tell me you're cutting costs by not buttering the cuban toast without telling me you are cutting costs by not buttering the Cuban toast. If you understand what i am saying, this was a very poorly prepared toast and it was 8am! Bread was hard and barely any butter! If you want it to taste good order it with extra butter- you've been warned. Then i tried calling the baker to advise them of my thoughts but wait for it....Their phone line must be off the hook or disconnected. Rapid busy signal is all i get. I just hope the dozen pastelito variety i am taking to my family in NC will make up for the lackluster toast! Better be good... read more

Today I purchased pastelitos and they hardly had any filling in them. Needless to say, we were extremely disappointed. I called the Bakery to express how we felt. I was told they don't prepare them there and was instructed to Google their email and write them down to email it. Never again will I walk into COA or Vicky Bakeries. read more

Whatever you don't order the Cuban sandwich here, it doesn't taste well at all! Whoever prepayit loves to add extra garlic sauce and very little cheese, I think it's the worst one I have ever had in my life!!!!! read more

Great bakery in a large space with plenty of seating. Some prices are a bit high in comparison to other bakeries. However they do offer discounts and provide friendly quick service. We have ordered several pastries and trays of appetizers. They have all been good, but noticeably smaller in size compared to other speakers. Cuban bread is usually soft. Chicken salad is delicious. They are open long hours and you can order ahead for parties. read more

The staff is by far the friendliest of any bakery. Always making sure you are taken care of and loving the food. The croquetas are the BEST around and the Nutella pastelito is worth every single calorie read more

This Bakery is a hot mess since it opened. I looked forward to it and have not had a good experience both times I've gone . Let me explain The staff spends all their time taking phone orders and will leave you standing there 10 minutes or more waiting. They have rung up my orders both times wrong and of course charging me more money. When I question them the girl (by the way same girl both times) says her hands in the glove makes her make mistakes. Funny every mistake has been in her favor. Finally the receipt is so complicated that it hard to see what you are paying for. I don't think it should take half and hour to pick up a box of pastellitos. Mulan Rose is down half a block, go there they are fast friendly and won't rip you off. Ciao CAO get your act together or I don't see you lasting too much longer. read more

The staff was very nice and helpful. However, the food was horrible. I bought a slice of rum cake and cheesecake. Both were hard and very dry. They were clearly several days old. read more

The best pastelitos! The Cuban bread and croissants are the best!!!! Have tried some of the desserts with mixed success. Did not care for the tórreja too much syrup and did not need the custard in the middle, the flan cheesecake was excellent, the tres leches not so much. Want to come back for breakfast or the frita. Nice staff and clean facility read more

The pastries here are awesome and the girls working here are super nice ! The breakfast is awesome, I come here every morning !

Love the energy of the staff here the ladies are really attentive and warm with their welcome when you walk in. The food and fresh orange juice is delicious. read more

This place use to be Vicky bakery back in the day, pasteles were not good croquetas were terrible and staff was not really attentive. I am done with visiting this place. I gave them 2 stars because of past experience, but 1 star for present. read more

Awsome Awsome Cuban bakery the have something for everyone. It's a must try if your in the area. The staff is is super friendly and helpful. Thanks Cao for bringing the Cuban bakery to the 21st Century. The only thing missing is opening a new one around SW 8st and 127 Ave. read more

These people suck!! Their croquetas are always soft and cold and not even the good way!! Their pastelitos barely have anything inside and this is why they are always empty this is my third time here and definitely my last time!! read more

The bakery is very clean and the service is good , the pastries are a hit or miss , sometimes they are delicious sometimes they are stale

Fist time here... customer service is amazing. The girls behind the counter are the sweetest and most accommodating. A+ customer service. Desserts are deliciously amazing. I will definitely be returning. read more

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Toast was cold and with globs of butter, cróquets were cold and no good.... not worth going again

Always great service! I am a frequent customer and the girls always know what I want.

BEST SERVICE ! Love that all their pastelitos & breakfast are fresh. As well as amazing cafecitos, love coming here