I like big b's and I cannot lie, those other bait shops can't deny, when you go to big b's with a…read morefishy little pole and not a thing in your tackle box - you get DEALS!

Great experience. The young man who helped me with lures and especially choice of fishing line was…read moregreat. He also gave great fishing tips.

Our family has gone here during the holiday season the last 3-4 years for their free professional…read moreSanta photo. This year was even better. Not only did they give out free candy canes but also an ornament kit. They also had a Lincoln log station, free gun shooting of fake animals, and free bow-arrow shooting of fake ducks. We always enjoy their waterfall/mountain display or taxidermy animals and the live fresh water fish aquarium. It's a great place to go with kids. This year we tried the mini donuts that were for sale in a food truck by the entrance. Yum! They were so light and fluffy.

wow what a store! Came here to pick up some fishing stuff and man what a selection. Fun store to…read morejust wander around in. There is also a laser gun area which is fun. This isn't a store I would normally come to as I'm not into hunting or camping but I still had a fun time wandering around.

Vados is a great place for bait and tackle and the guys are always friendly ! Been going there for…read moreover 50 years

Vados was recommended to me from a guy in my fishing club. I was not disappointed. Greg…read morecommunicated with me as a new customer to set expectations and help with care for my order. I placed the order on a weekend, Greg emailed me on Monday, and I had my bait on Tuesday! Checked the bait as instructed and it was more alive than the stuff I bought at my local bait store the day before. Great people at Vados!! Very friendly and very knowledgeable. They've been doing this a long time and have the freshest stuff I've seen aside from the maggots crawling on my garbage cans in the summertime. Everything was perfect!! Can't wait to hit the lakes this weekend for our trout opener. Thanks Greg and team!!

Such high praises for this store! Very knowledgeable, friendly and customer service oriented…read more Their custom rods are superb and worth every penny! Great selection of everything you may need! Highly recommend!

Good selection, I think? New to fly fishing after inheriting a rod from my late father in law…read more Went to get fitted for a reel and ask questions about getting started but was met with as little help as humanly possible. Worst customer service. Would have spent a boat load more and would have been a repeat customer but left feeling uncomfortable and won't go back.

Joe's Sporting Goods has an enormous selecting of fishing stuff - nothing much for fly fishing but…read morepretty much everything else. Their staff is knowledgeable, helpful and friendly which isn't always the case at other large stores. I didn't look past their fishing department but the store is huge and well stocked probably the most well stocked outdoor store in the Twin Cities. In fact you may be overwhelmed. Lots of parking and close to a freeway so access isn't a problem.

Family business, Superb customer service,…read moreKnowledgeable staff, Good sales, This place is unmatched. Truly. Five stars!

I've been coming here getting bait since I was a pre-teen. Even though I no longer live in the…read morearea, my immediate family does. Nothing is better than stopping at mikes bait before going out ice fishing or going out in the boat! Took the kayak out on Big Green today. I stopped in for some leaches and minnows. As always, the bait was lovely and healthy. Prices are reasonable and I was greeted and helped politely. Thanks for being a staple to the fishing community!

Stopped in Mike's on the way to a day trip on the St. Croix. The place NEVER disappoints in terms…read moreof available, good quality live bait. On this visit I really recognized their competitive pricing of hard baits...same or lower than Fleet Farm but far superior, friendly and knowledgeable staff. If you need anything while in the area I'd highly recommend stopping in for bait and advice. Some time spent at Mike's will definitely improve your chances of a good day on the water.

Great selections from my point of view. Have 2 son in laws that love to fish so I think they will…read moreenjoy their birthday presents!

Fantastic fishing store with lots of equipment to choose from. I was a kid in a candy store! The…read morestaff is top notch and will always answer any questions you have. Support local!!

Friendly Service. Good Selection…read more . . . .

In Minnesota for the summer and of course my husband and I had to get our fishing license. I'm so…read morethankful we decided to come into this shop! Chris has been the absolute best at answering all our questions. He has seriously gone above and beyond taking his time with us to help give us the best fishing knowledge! The selection in here is huge, they have had everything we needed and more! Ask for Chris if you come here, he rocks!