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Eldo Cake House

User Reviews of Eldo Cake House

Yelp.com Review - by Robert Z.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place makes the best birthday cakes period! If you want a fresh fruit cake with whipped cream frosting and not that sugary sweet frosting. This is the place to order a cake that will dazzle!…
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Yvonne W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've bought a mixed fruit cake from Eldo for two of my friends' birthdays and my boyfriend's birthday in the past year. That's how much I love Eldo and their cake, even when their prices do go up…
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Min L.

5.0 of 5 stars. For as long as I can remember, my parents would drive all the way to Eldo Cake House from Chelmsford just to pick up birthday cakes for my sister and me. Everything about their cakes is light and…
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by veronica c.

1.0 of 5 stars. Although the presentation of the pastries are very nice, this place tends to do whatever they can to squish your pastries into this tiny box...to me this is a real turn off! This place is so cheap to…
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by K. T.

5.0 of 5 stars. The chocolate swiss roll cake with cream is a delicious and mild cake that is a must try!
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Nice bakery in Chinatown. The stuff I tried here was great.
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Carla K.

5.0 of 5 stars. My family and I have been buying cakes from Eldo for over 2 decades. In our books, they have the BEST birthday cakes in Chinatown. The cake is soft and spongy, the fruit fillings are perfect, and the…
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Wei W.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of the better bakeries in Chinatown (Boston). I've gotta hand it to them - they know how to manage their time. You're in, you get your stuff (all wrapped up in a nice box with red ribbon), and…
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Tasty cakes and pastries. I've never tried the savory ones, so the reviewers who were displeased with those get their say. The place is always complete chaos, but it's in Chinatown, and chaos seems to…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennie W.

5.0 of 5 stars. "WHAT YOU WANT?!?" "NEXT!!"
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by peggy c.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love Eldo's cakes :) My family get all our birthday cakes from there because of all the bakeries in Chinatown, they make the best fruit filled cakes. The whipped frosting and the fresh fruit…
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by sunny n.

5.0 of 5 stars. Fantastic !! I felt like a kid in Japan all over again...Casual bakery..cafe...in midst of chinatown..mmmazing cakes, pastries, candy, snacks....and a friendly..staff... we ordered a birthday cake…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kat C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went here after reading the reviews, and wasn't disappointed. We got some egg tarts which I've never had before. They were delicious. Some pinapple buns, which were also very good. The coconut…
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elaine M.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you have an aversion towards cake that is too rich, dense, and sweet, the answer to your cake woes may very well reside at Eldo Cake House in Chinatown. The actual cake has the light and airy…
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by dolly s.

5.0 of 5 stars. Pork floss scallion bun, yummy! I was lucky and got there when the buns just came out of the oven. The bun was warm and fresh and the perfect on the go breakfast.
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Doris K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ever since I was little I have always loved Chinese pastries and Hong Kong style milk tea. Eldo is the only place that I have found that comes close to anything that I would be able to get back home.…
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2007
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EXCELLENT PASTRIES & SERVICES, FIVE STARS SERVICE, COMPARABLE TO FLOUR

EXCELLENT Asian/HongKong & Western pastry place around Boston. They had opened for over 20yrs now since early 1970's, their famous HK milk tea & egg custard have never changed. Directly imported from HK secret...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Min H.

5.0 of 5 stars. I am in love with the cake here. My friends and I have gotten cakes from here since forever. They are SO DELICIOUS-- the best is with peaches and strawberries, though they have them with peaches alone…
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by PC W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Eldo is THE bakery in Chinatown - another establishment my entire family has been loyal customers of for probably 20 years. It's been there since I was a wee little one. The egg tarts are yummy.…
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Drew F.

5.0 of 5 stars. Mmmmm.... Fruit-filled, whipped cream-covered, spongy, birthday cake... Yeah, the cake cost $23, and yeah, you got to check the recipient's name for spelling errors (pen & paper are provided), but you…
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Chloe D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Oh my word. While I have yet to actually sample the cakes here, the candy portion of the store is where I do my damage. Here you'll find things like candied ginger and dried plum paired with your…
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tsada K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I dream about the cakes from here. Seriously. I have never been a big fan of Chinese desserts, but I don't think I've ever had a cake as good the white sponge cake that is covered in whipped cream and…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Spencer n.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is literally a slice of heaven. Having grown up in San Francisco, i have been to my fair share of Chinese bakeries. This one is by far the best I have found since moving to Boston. I make…
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Liz D.

4.0 of 5 stars. The store owners rarely know what I'm talking about, but usually through frantic gesticulations and doodles, I'm able to convey my desire to have their strawberry short cake. Which from my…
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tony L.

4.0 of 5 stars. In preparation for a farewell barbeque party at my apartment, I decided to order a nice Chinese cake at Eldo Cake House for the first time. My favorite cakes have always been Chinese ones that…
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Theresa H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Walls of dried fruit, gummies, and little special things that I have a hard time finding at my local Super 88: glutinous rice candy, Gummy Choco, Hi-Chew, jelly-filled marshmallows.... Oh, I'm excited…
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Freelunch L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm surprise no one mention their chestnut cake. It is the only shop in the area with this item!! A layer of sponge cake, chestnut pura, covered with whipped cream , and a cherry on top!. You're…
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by BadAssMamaJam a.

2.0 of 5 stars. OK so some of my friends think Eldo's is an ok place to hang out, I guess because they can sit and chat over their tea and stuff. For me, the quality of the pastries are key, and my two favorite…
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Denise K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Terrific coconut buns alone makes this place 5 stars. I liked their egg tart and custard buns too. Also prices are extremely reasonable!
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Theresa H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Thus far my best bakery experience in Chinatown. I always go back for dessert when I'm in the area, despite being stuffed to the brim from Buddha's Delight. At 80 cents a bun, I just can never resist!…
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jasmine R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Standard - nothing special. My general advice at Chinese bakeries - the buns are typically the freshest as that has the highest turn-over. Avoid ordering a single slice of cake/roll, etc. - you…
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Allie M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great cakes with fruit fillings. So light and yummy!! Service and attitude leaves something to be desired....but I put up with it to get the goods!
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Mags L.

5.0 of 5 stars. my bakery of choice. not just for chinese pastries. i love the cakes here. they're so light and the frosting is too. they have the only cakes where i'll actually eat most of the frosting. i never…
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kymm P.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm absolutely addicted to the little hot dog buns. Authentic Chinese pastry, I'm not so sure, but they're *delicious* nonetheless! It's a tradition with my mom, sister, and me to visit this place…
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Tedd L.

4.0 of 5 stars. It has literally been ages since I have been here! I still remember though my family coming here when I was a kid. I would get the egg pastry and devour it in seconds. No other pastry place in…
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Joanna C.

4.0 of 5 stars. The attached candy shop is a great stop on an idle afternoon. They have a wide dried fruit selection, a few candies that you'll recognize, and some pungent seafood-based confections. Better, they sell…
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kya F.

5.0 of 5 stars. For as long as I can remember I've gotten Eldo cakes (the layered fruit-filled ones) for any occasion that needed a cake. So light and fluffy, with the gorgeous whipped cream icing that perfectly…
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Red D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Best damn sponge cakes (80 cents a piece) on the face of the planet, oh, and we always order our birthday cakes ($20 and well worth the trip) here (choose from mango, strawberry, or peach--my fave)…
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Dorothy C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Love their char shui (bbq pork) buns, and sesame balls. They sell out quickly, so go early. I haven't tried their coconut buns, but I'll have one next time. Definitely a bargain. The attached candy…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by nancy l.

5.0 of 5 stars. If I was getting a cake for my birthday, I would want it to be from Eldo's. Their cakes are light, fluffy, and the fruit tastes so fresh. I also like their curry pastries. Yum! The people who work…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeffrey L.

5.0 of 5 stars. If for nothing other than their Coconut Buns, this place would still get five stars. It definitely is my favourite pastry in Boston.
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Billie S.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is ok... I have only tried the steamed and baked meat pastries, so maybe I am missing the good part. I would rather get these pastries in a restaurant. But for bakery pastries they are…
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Lala L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Grew up eating their pastries...and til this day, I still think their Cha Siu Bau is the best. I don't care if it's got food dye to make the bbq sauce a bit too red, or too sweet, I like it just the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Valerie W.

4.0 of 5 stars. MMM MMM scoop candy asian style? Hurray! A wide selection of tasty treats for reasonable prices. I especially love the white rabbit chews and the chocolate stone candy. If you have a sweet tooth…
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephanie B.

5.0 of 5 stars. When I go to Boston no matter where I am I find a way of detouring to Eldo Cake House. There are so many pastries, cakes, and buns that I am never sure what I will leave with. If you want a special…
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2006
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Great bakery !

If you are not hungry but you are up for a snack in Chinatown, just visit this bakery shop. The pric...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/16/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Alice K.

4.0 of 5 stars. High-end for Chinatown pastries, but still less expensive than your average run to Mike's. This means lots of fluffy sponge cakes beautifully iced with a unique form of buttercream rather than…
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by So S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Adjacent to the cake house is their Chinese candy/snack store. Only one I know in Boston. Wide selection! Have fresh and very good selection of Chinese snacks such as salty dried plums. Love their…
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Unbelieveable cake w/fruit. Very nice peple and yummy stuff.
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Shana L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I was introduced to Eldo Cake House back in 1995 and have always enjoyed their bakery items. The sponge cake tastes especially good. Just last week, I decided to be adventurous and try their steamed…
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2005
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Good Milk Tea & Pastries

Eldo Cake House is located right on Harrison Avenue in Boston's Chinatown. In the cake house it has ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/16/2005
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Hidden bakery gem in Boston Chinatown

For those of you looking for a good Chinatown bakery or cheap eats in the downtown/chinatown area, t...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/07/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Esther L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Yummy stuff here. Its pretty good, but I think all the bakery stuff tastes a lot like other bakeries. They have steamed pork buns, which i like a lot, and they even have congee. Go there earlier in…
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Sandra C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great cakes! I love the spongy Chinese cakes and this place has a great fresh mango cake. I prefer the bakery up the street though for buns, spring rolls, and curry pies though.
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. Their rolls and cakes are good; however, they don't have the best drinks (red bean drink or HK style milk-tea) or egg tarts (yes, the Chinese version of creme brouile ('spelling?). Anyway, their…
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Oh the delicious sweets of the Eldo Cake House! I love their cakes with the fruit in the middle. They are great for birthdays and special occasions. The cake is so light and fluffy, who could resist?…
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by So S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great Chinese pastries. Freshly made buns etc. For those non-Asians, start with dinner rolls or crispy buns (simple but good!). Everyone that I have given to have loved these!! and they are…
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2005
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Open List

The selections of Chinese pastry offered at Eldo is one of the best and freshest in Boston Chinatown. The shop is always crowded with both Chinese and Non-Chinese patrons. The chestnut cake is a must, if you...
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