Cali Express - Minneapolis

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Cali Express

Cali Express
4.5 / 5 (839 reviews)

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This cozy Vietnamese family restaurant may be small, but it is a hidden gem that should not be missed. The owners, despite some mixed reviews about their demeanor, serve up delicious and authentic dishes that keep customers coming back for more. The chicken pho is a standout, with fresh ingredients that create a flavorful and hearty broth. The egg rolls are also a fan favorite. While the space may be tight and the service may not be perfect, the quality of the food truly shines through at this neighborhood spot. Whether you're a pho enthusiast or just looking to try something new, this place is worth a visit for a taste of traditional Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of the city.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Vella

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★ 4.5 / 5 from 839 reviews
vella30
24.03.2025

This small Vietnamese family owned restaurant is a hidden gem. The owner was very sweet and kind. I ordered the beef pho and the broth was so flavorful. Veggies and beef were fresh and plentiful. The egg roll was homemade and filled with ground meat, ricenoodles and carrots accompanied with fish sauce for dipping. I also ordered spring rolls for my flight home. I will be back!!

swelch-squirrel6
24.03.2025

Wow, this is the absolute best chicken pho I?ve had in the cities! All the ingredients are so fresh, even the chicken to put in the broth is juicy. Fiancé loved his sweet and sour chicken, it has a ton of flavor. Definitely adding this into the rotation.

jake-turner-chef824
24.03.2025

Pretty Good Pho. Not the softest rice noodles but pretty standard. Broth is delicious. BUT super delicious beef fried rice and Beef mignon dish. Small place so take out is encouraged.

mkoelpin-cactus1
24.03.2025

This little place is pure awesomeness. Small dining room. Happy staff. Delicious Vietnamese food.

luz41
24.03.2025

I am extremely picky about the quality of dishes (especially ph? and this is the ABSOLUTE BEST ph? in the metro area. I?ve had Pho 83, Quang?s, Eat Street places, etc. I?ve been looking for a good ph? for years and this is it. This broth was flavorful,rich, and fresh. You can tell it?s cooked all day in-house, instead of just heated up chicken/beef broth like other places do.Thai basil tasted like it was just picked off the plant. Noodles were fresh and I was given a proper portion. I never finish ph?and I had every last ounce of this. I didn?t dine-in, but the atmosphere was cozy and the staff were so kind and polite. Iaccidentally ordered 2 ph? instead of one and they were so nice. I will only be coming here from now on for my ph? fix. HIGHLYrecommend!!!

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