Vados Bait & Tackle

Fast, efficient service. Guys working there are very “down to earth”. Prices are reasonable. I buy my Eurolarve for icefishing there, and they stay lively way longer than any other bait store.
We’ll worth the drive!

My husband and I absolutely love this place! The staff are phenomena. So welcoming and knowledgeable. Always a very pleasant experience.

We ordered from them last year.. everything was fine and arrived just in time for some fine ice fishing!! thank you Vados

Other than the older facility, the top-notch bait shop. Have a great auger blades exchange program. Lots of live bait at good prices and lots of lurers rods and reels. Also the customer service is very good.

Everything you need in a bait and tackle store, practically nothing else. The name is a last name, the last name of the dedicated family that started this business. The date of origin probably has something to do with a man returning from a certain conflict that ended in 1945, and the Reclamation and Rehabilitation of his soul through fishing. It is quite clear to the smart and observant, that fishing and religion are related, and it is quite evident that the owners and operators of this establishment are fully aware of that truth. They don't waste their time counting minnows, they sell them by the scoop. If you're in the North Metro or you're not heading too far up north. Vado's is an easy hit. If you need some equipment, stop spending your money at Giant box sporting good places where all that money that you spend disappears from your state. What, you need to save 5 bucks that bad that you can't keep the money right here in your community by buying your rod and reel at a bait and tackle store? Anybody that knows my reviews knows that I look hunt and I'm quite careful to look for places like this. It's my 3-year olds birthday party today she has a kiddie pool, now soon to be filled with minnows. No it's not cruel a baits life is never pretty. Some people will review an ATM. I guess that's the downside to gamifying reviews and fact checking on a Maps app.

Went in to get some crappie minnows and whatever else I needed. The only persons there were two or three young men. Right away they were respectful and asked us exactly what we needed and if they could help us out,. They were exceptional!
I will go back, and because of them I wont go any where else if I can help it, I was very surprised and very happy with the service.

Been going to this place for years and thought it was time to leave them some kind words. I used to live 10 minutes away and now I live 40 minutes from Vados and they're still my main shop. Everyone there is very personable and they are just sensible employees, they keep everything going smoothly through the morning and evening rushes. Also when you ask for half dozen minnows they almost always throw 8-10 in, they are just good like that. Great shop and will help you out with anything you need

Best bait store hands down.
Always have bait, huge variety of tackle that I don't see anywhere else and the staff are incredibly helpful.

Highly recommend

I love this place there a great family of guys, Very knowledgeable friendly. Their bait is filled with life and you get plenty of it for a great price.

I've been a customer as long as I can remember. My Father, uncles maybe my grandfather, my cousins ectopic all have been customers for a very long time. They are 5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐+++++

Vados Bait and employees, are the best. Super professional, and very knowledgeable about products, and the current bite action around the area. Thank you very much Gregg, and company, for many years of great service etc.

Vados is my go to bait and tackle store! I always get good service and they have great tackle and bait. Had a rod fixed there and it was high quality work. I'm glad I live near there!

Great customer service by really friendly fishermen. Been going here for years and always a positive experience. Bought a few in house custom ice rods years ago and they are still serving me well. The owners are usually there and always willing to give out info.

My go to bait and tackle store! Love these guys here! They also offer a very speedy, and quality rod and reel repair service. I had 2 rods and a reel fixed through them and not only was it easy on the wallet, they did a great job!

Best live bait shop in Twin Cities area. Great variety of live baits at reasonable prices. Can handle orders large and small. Very convenient hours for the serious fisherman. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Been in area 10 years never new Vados Bair was in my backyard. Everytime I visit I am greeted with a smile and great conversation that reminds me of stores back home in Tennessee. Great service and awesome knowledgeable staff. They are my new go to bait store. If you want attention to detail and great customer service give the a try.

These guys run a great bait shop. Everyone is super friendly and the carry most anything you need to have a successful day of fishing. I've never had issues with there bait either. Always fresh and alive.

Last Good Bait Shop in the East Metro

My favorite bait and tackle shop in the state. Been coming here since I was 12 years old (1996) and they remember me. Even helped me out by repairing a fishing pole my grandma had gotten me as a kid. Always have good quality live bait.

Absolutely love this bait shop! Great quantities for the price. Ample variety of bait to choose from. Always have everything available. Friendly staff that are willing to go above and beyond anything you need. Offer advice and are very knowledgable about bait and what's trending or being reported! Won't go anywhere else!