This place is cute as hell and the staff is super kind. We had a variety of the sandwiches and was surprised that the 4yo loved the lemongrass chicken the most! Bread is soooooft and drinks are amazing! 10/10 recommended and don't skip the potato tostones (smashed potatoes with so much flavor). read more

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it's so fluffy stopped by this place for a quick lunch/snack. this place is a cute little cafe. order at the counter and find yourself a table. their menu is very simple: sandwiches and toast. we tried their japanese egg salad which was simple yet delicious. egg salad with a whole egg in the center. my favorite was their longanisa sando, which is basically a egg and cheese sandwich. the sausage had a mild sweetness, which I found quite pleasant. the bread on this one was toasted, which provided a nice contrasted to the egg salad sandwich. the bread is def the star of the show - fresh and majestically fluffy. the sandwiches were surprisingly filling, perfect for lunch. my only qualm would be the price. it is slightly pricey for san jose, but given the relative novelty of it, it makes sense. read more

Milk Belly Bakery - Japanese Egg Salad and Longaniza Sando - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

I like the typical shokupan you can find in Japan (I guess they're called milk bread in US) so I've been wanting to check this place out and I finally got a chance to try it out. I got the longanisa sando. The bread was just like the typical shokupan you can find in japan. Fluffy, with a hint of sweetness. The sando's meat worked very well with the sandwich. The egg was a very nice combination too. My only complaint is that the egg could've also been fluffier, more soft and raw where egg here was pretty hard and firm. Also, it would've been good to have egg flavored with dashi or more butter, but that's all just my personal preference. The cheese really bind the meat and the egg well. What I have to mention is the habanero sauce (Or I think it was? You can see in the pic the label was kinda washed out so I'm not sure exactly what the sauce was). Perfect amount of spicy kick and a sweetness combined. Using the sauce really took up the sandwich by a notch but it might not be for everyone since it is rather spicy. The staff were very friendly and the inside had a good chill vibe with good back ground music. I'd definitely want to be back to try out more! read more

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Not cheap here, but good impression so far. You can feel it in the spacious interior with good vibes and positive staff members. It's a modern place to grab your small breakfast fix or matcha beverage and definitely a great place to chill. Public restroom is available. Pour your own water in back and toss your own trash. It's a popular spot, so long lines in the morning are expected. Good music playing in the background too. Smoked Salmon Toast $18 and Citrus Yuzu Lemon Tea $8. Yes, I dined inside for a good half hour. The salmon toast turned out much smaller in sourdough size and portions than expected. It was the smallest and finest thin toast I've ever had, but the flavors are very good for smoked salmon with the house vinaigrette and pickled veggie bits. It was unique. It's nothing like what you would have expected for a good smoked salmon toast. Food presentation was perfect. The lemon tea was also unique in basil flavors. It turned out to be one of the best citrus yuzu beverages I've ever had. Nice. This is worth revisiting again. I'm looking forward to trying out the sandos and matcha beverages in the future. read more

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This place is so good. I came twice during my conference. My favorite items were definitely the breakfast sandwich and pandan butter mochi. Like I can't speak highly enough about this spot and wished they had a location down in the SGV or LA. Parking looks to be on the street. Service was quick and friendly. Would absolutely be back if i'm in town. read more

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We came here for the shokupan but it was already sold out by 2pm. Definitely will come here earlier next time for it. We ended up getting the japanese egg salad sando and the smash burger sando. Very satisfying. It's a small place with seating but recommend to order for takeout. If there are open seating then you can stay and eat. Otherwise, you can just take it with you. That's what a lot of people did. The line move fairly quickly. Just need to wait a bit for the food to be ready. Love the Ghibli theme decoration inside. I felt like I'm back in Japan. read more

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My family and I have been wanting to come here for an exceptionally long time but never got the chance due to Milk Belly never being open during the times that we normally go out to get food. One day, we decided that we've had enough and I decided to wake up early to finally get to try the supposedly legendary food that Milk Belly had to offer. The ambiance inside of the bakery is surprisingly much larger than it appeared on the outside, with an ample amount of seating that was unfortunately taken up by other people. There was also a line (which I didn't mind as much as it gave me some time to figure out what to get) and the servers were extremely busy (to the point where they couldn't take my order immediately because they had to sort out other things, which I don't blame them for) but also very friendly. We decided to get the Hong Kong Milk Toast, the breakfast sando, and the egg salad sando. The Breakfast and Egg Salad sandos were amazing (though the Egg Salad one did get a little bit messy) while the Hong Kong Milk Toast was just okay. We do have a preference of savory over sweet, but the Hong Kong Milk Toast just tasted like a standard peanut butter sandwich that happened to have a really nice milk toast texture. Overall, a nice experience. I do want to come by this place again, though I'm unsure if the hassle would make it worth it. read more

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A fusion bakery that represents my two halves This place is well worth the hype! I was very pleasantly surprised with such rich flavor goodness. After taking two workout classes my friend and I decided to walk to milkbelly which we been talking about for months. It did not disappoint. I got the Japanese egg sando. A sandwich I often got from Japan in the convenience store. This sandwich brought me so much joy. The soft pillow like Japanese milk bread with the combination of rich creamy egg salad inside the bread was perfect combo. It really brought me back to Japan. I also saw menu a longanisa sando. I'll have to try that next time. I wanted a bit of sweet treat for after my egg sando and maybe my eyes were bigger then my stomach. I also ordered a fruit sando. I was pretty full after. I only took a bite. The fluffy rich creamy whip cream with golf ball sized strawberries were so scrumptious. I would get it again. Service! This place is very very popping expect a line and bit of a wait as everything is made to order. I think we waited about 30mins for our food to come out and waited 20 to 30mins in line to order. I would come either closer to opening which is 9am or around 1pm the line seemed to have died down a lot. The place closes at 3:30pm. Ambiance! It's very cute inside. The place was smaller than expected. They only have couple tables inside. So, it might be hard to find a seat. We got our food to go just incase we weren't able to get a seat. Luckily, found a spot after a bit of a wait. A repeat place for sure ! read more

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My wife brought me here since it was highly rated by someone on social media. I came with low expectations because I just personally am not a fan of dtsj, but was proven wrong. We ordered the Seasonal Smash Burger, Hong Kong Milk Toast, and Longanisa Sando. The 3 items ordered were all excellent in their own way. What surprised me the most was the Hong Kong Milk Toast -- I grew up hating peanut butter with a passion, but the hint of peanut butter didn't irk me. I thoroughly enjoyed it, the peanut butter wasn't strong and it was mixed with something sweet. The food took maybe 30 minutes to prepare, but it was worth the wait. We sat at the tables waiting and watched the workers cook and prep. The condition of dtsj changed over the years which discouraged me to come out here, but this is a place worth coming. read more

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Worth the long line and hype? Fo sho! So the space is narrow-ish with a few tables for dine-in eating. Their display case has a good selection of unique pastries (bread pudding, large cookies, scones, and mochi cake bars). Their menu is relatively small but the items they offer are both familiar and different. Their Longanisa Sando is filling and delicious. The sandwiches use their house made Shokupan bread. It's such a light and airy carrier for their wonderful fillings. And don't forget to order their Potato Tostones before they sell out. Those are so addicting! Service is great from the personality point of view. Since the sandos are made to order in a pretty small kitchen, expect a wait for your order. Before entering, they have a note suggesting where to park for free. I wish I had known this before paying for 22 mins worth of parking. That time expired well before I was in front of the line to place my order. The result? A $45 citation on the car's window. read more

Milk Belly Bakery - My order plus a $45 parking ticket - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

Came here on Valentines Day morning, i called ahead around 1:30pm bc i didnt want everything to be sold out. They said only their longanisa sando was sold out so went! There was a line inside and it took maybe 15 mins to get to front. The lady at the counter (probably the owner) was so patient with us as i told her it was our first time and i asked her a recommendation and she recommended the lemongrass chicken salad sando with chili oil and the breakfast sando for cold and warm sandwich. We also got the avocado toast and hot tea (green tea flavor). (They only have cold coffees which is fine!) I really enjoyed the lemongrass chicken salad sando! The chili oil added a small kick and the bread is so fresh and soft. I also liked the warm breakfast sando. The bacon is so crispy and pairs well with the buttery toasted bread and eggs! The avocado toast was good too! So much avocado! And the bread is crunchy yet soft. They do have tables inside, maybe people let others share the 4 seater tables, also a few bar spots. U buss your own table and there is filtered water! I will be back to try their egg sando and buy one of their milk loafs! Recommend! read more

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MY FAVORITE WAY TO START A SATURDAY MORNING! Y'all, if I could go to Milk Belly every day, I would. Their pastries, their bread, their hot food, and their drinks are ALL a ten out of ten. The staff are always so friendly and sweet even when they're busy as heck with the morning rush. They also have a decent amount of seating for you to enjoy your meal if you want to dine in. Definitely one of my Bay Area favorites, they have the magic baking touch. And make sure to get the potatoes, the best potatoes of my life. Ooh and the milk bread (shokupan) too! read more

The line surprisingly wasn't too long around 10am on a Saturday morning. We were lucky to get a table inside too, though they filled up quickly. Waited around 15 minutes for food to come out. We shared the Japanese egg salad sando, longanisa sandos, Hong Kong milk toast, and shokupan (half loaf). The Japanese egg salad sando was solid, I liked how the sweetness and freshness of the bread was really apparent. The longanisa sando was hearty for sure with the thick fluffy egg and thick patty. One half of my longanisa sando was great, but the other half was extremely salty though, I think the egg and patty in the second half was accidentally overseasoned or something but I couldn't eat it due to it being overly salted. Hong Kong milk toast was sweet and creamy with the condensed milk, butter, and peanut butter. Definitely hefty though, and I could only eat a few bites. Shokupan was a little drier than I expected. Overall I felt like the items were pretty heavy and I definitely felt bloated after. Would definitely recommend sharing these items. Glad I tried once! read more

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This place had a line going out the door throughout the whole time we dined at this spot. The line does go by pretty quick since a lot of people just grab and go. I had the breakfast Sando and potatoes, the strawberry scone, peanut butter Oreo scone, and strawberry Sando. Must get the potatoes! They were crispy and delicious - with a tiny bit of spice from the hot chili oil. The strawberry Sando reminded us of our favorite sandwiches from Japan! The cashier was so sweet and was patient with my indecisiveness. There are several seats inside of the bakery, but they're swooped up pretty quickly! Need to buy shokupan or their sourdough next time! read more

The food here is so yummy! The vibes and decorations are cute and cozy. We ordered the Ham and Brie Toast & Longanisa Sando. Absolutely love that this spot is surrounded by my favorite places. Right next door is Fox Tale Fermentation Project and The City Fish! I recommend filling Milk Belly's ig page for updates! read more

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Their potato tostones is part of my "what is your last meal on Earth" meal. It's so crispy, full of seasoning, and perfect in each bite that I went twice in a row cause I was craving. Sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night thinking about this. I've only tried their Longanisa and spam sandwich. Both are good but the reason I'll keep coming back is for their potatoes. I wish they sold their seasoning for it. I'd put that on everything!! The only downside is this place is in downtown so parking can be a pain and when this place gets busy, it's hard to find seating. read more

I've been wanting to try this place out for so long!! I was able to stop by for a quick bite since it was super close to the VTA station. It wasn't very busy at all when I came on a weekday at around 10:30 AM. Their interior design is so cute, it has a lot of Japanese-inspired decorations which I love their staff is also extremely friendly and polite, I felt super comfortable there! The house milk tea was amazing; it came out pretty quickly and tasted very similar to royal milk tea from Japan (if you haven't had it, basically it has a deeper flavor profile than just sugary milk). I also ordered the ham and brie toast, which came out in 10 minutes with apples and micro-greens. It was a very flavorful mix of sweetness from the apple and butteriness from the bread! Overall I very much enjoyed eating here for the first time and will definitely invite some friends to come with me next time! read more

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Visited Milk Belly Bakery and it was pretty busy! I love shokupan, and when I saw they had some, I wanted to give it a try. We ended up getting a full loaf of shokupan and the Hong Kong milk toast. Unfortunately, the toast tasted just like a peanut butter sandwich, nothing special. They're a casual breakfast spot. Overall, I thought it was okay, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

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Milk Belly Bakery open at 9AM, I arrived at 10:15AM and there was already a line out of their door! They definitely a hot spot that everyone want to check out in DTSJ. This place is such a vibe, from Ghibli arts hanging on the wall to the shelf full of Twinkle Twinkle figures, it's so unique and artistic in it own way, especially their logo and sign, so adorable. Staffs were friendly and welcoming, the cashier was funny and telling us jokes while taking our orders. Even they were extremely busy the workers attitude were very chill, and their teamwork was efficient, everybody focus on their task and making sure orders were done correctly and being serve as fast as they possibly can. We waited for about 30mins in line and ordered: Breakfast Sando, Fruit Sando, Hong Kong Milk Toast, and Shokupan. It took about 15mins for the food to be ready but during that time customers can have a seat at either the bar and table section and watch how their open kitchen operate. I had the warmed Shokupan in store, at first I wasn't impressed, it tasted more like a thicker version of Korean Salt Bread, but later on the chewiness texture and the enhanced buttery taste kind of grew into me. Rest of the food was for to-go, both of the sando tasted amazing, the bread was soft and toasted to perfection! The egg inside the breakfast sando was so fluffy and soft, bacon was crispy. Meanwhile, the mandarin inside the fruit sando was juicy and sweet, the cream was so smooth and the almond layer outside really help add some texture to it. My favorite definitely the Hong Kong French Toast, that peanut butter jam mixed with condensed milk combo was heavenly, I usually like savory food for breakfast but I won't mind eating this as my first meal everyday if I can. Overall, it was a great first time at Milk Bell Bakery and I'm totally recommend you to try it out. I heard so many people raving about their potatoes and mochi, probably need to pay another visit soon. Fyi, after we left at 11:10, the line of people got double so...come as soon as they open to avoid the long wait. Parking is a little bit tricky since it's downtown SJ but the food, vibe, and service here totally worth it! read more

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My friend and I came in on a Sunday afternoon and there was a long line out the door. We both got the Longanisa sandos. It was my first time and to my surprise, it was really good and just eating half of the sando made me full. A lot of seats in the store, but pretty much filled up because it was very busy. Our sandos took about 15-20 mins. Parking is just street parking, so it can be hard to find. I would definitely come back to try the other sandos! read more

Milk Belly Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

Milk Belly celebrated their 1 year anniversary at their dtsj spot yesterday! Highly recommend the winter fennel toast--it's citrusy, fennely, nutty from the pistachios, and all around a unique combination you can't find anywhere else. Their sourdough is fresh with the best crunch! Their dirty hojicha is also so yummy. Tastes almost like a peanut butter mocha! If you're in the mood for pies, I highly recommend preordering one. They have holiday specials too! I've had their strawberry custard pie with fresh sliced strawberries on top, ube custard pie, and hojicha mochi tart. These are perfect for gatherings and always a crowd pleaser! My family loved all of them and the crust is so so buttery and delicious. Everything tastes fresh and the unique flavors really shine. This spot always has a line and if you try their menu, you'll know why. It's listed as a top spot for a reason!! read more

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Visited a couple weeks ago for lunch! Came around 1pm and there was no line, about half packed in the smaller restaurant. I loved their plant and studio Ghibli decor out in the front area by the cashier. I ended up getting their guava mochi, Japanese egg sando and their hot cinnamon rose hojicha tea. I sat at the small high table near the window away from everyone else, and it was so cozy and nice. The Japanese egg sando came out fairly quick, you grab it at the counter. The milk bread was nice and fluffy and the slightly runny egg was so yummy. I also used their house pineapple habanero sauce on the sandwich and that added a delicious kick. Pricing is fairly steep but enjoyed it nonetheless. The sandwich really filled me up, I almost didnt even finish my guava mochi (that was also really good). It came cold but it had a nice chew and good solid bite. I smelled the guava fragrance before I bit into it, so the flavoring was very prominent. The cinnamon hojicha tea wasnt what I was expecting -- for some reason I was thinking latte but it was a tea. my bad on my part. It was still nice and hot and great for a cold winter day. They were closing up shop as I was leaving. I mentioned I really love their house habanero sauce. They made it in store in the morning! When I mentioned I really liked it, they poured some in a small container for me to take home, which was super sweet. I definitely wanna come again to try their other sandwiches and pastries! read more

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Honesty the best breakfast sandwich spot ever. I always get the longinisa breakfast sandwich and it hits the spot every time. I always look forward to the new sauces they have available as well. Staff is always very nice and easy going. The inside is clean and super cute. Only downside is finding parking but it's honestly not that bad, I'm usually able to find parking down the street and walk a little bit. Any time I have a bad day I come here to get me a Sando and it always makes my day better :) read more

Just delightful! I had really been looking forward to trying this place. It did not disappoint. Located in downtown SJ so something street parking but really variable depending. There are lots/garages relatively close as well. I would advise to expect a line. I want to say our wait to order was maybe 15 minutes? And then about the same or less for our order to be ready. They do make everything fresh which you can see via the open kitchen. Makes it all the more exciting for your order to be ready! By the time we left the line was double the length than when we had gotten there. This was before noon. The bread itself is everything you would hope for it to he. Plush but not mushy. All three of the sandos we tried were amazing and would order again. Very much deserving of the hype!! read more

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Look no further if you're looking for a cozy, comforting Japanese style brunch! My sister and I walked in at about 10 AM on a Saturday, and the line was already wrapped around once on the inside. It took about 20 minutes to reach the counter, where we ordered and then found a table inside. It gets pretty busy, so you may have to hunt around for a seat on the weekend. It took about another 15 minutes for the food to come out, while the baked goods were handed to us immediately after opening. My favorite was the egg sando. It almost felt like one of the ones I had at the konbini in Japan! Perfect amounts of sweet, salty, and tang from the mango. The bread was perfectly plush. Dare I say, the best milk bread I've had in the bay. If I had the time, I would definitely come back here for a loaf whenever I'm craving it. Personally I thought the potato tostones were nothing super special and a little oily/heavy for my taste. The scones, however, were simply delicious. They had an addicting crumbly texture that was the perfect balance between not too dry and moist. I loved the icing on top and the little fruit bits inside too. Seriously the best scones I've had! I would say skip on the salt bread though. It was quite dry and also not warm when served to us. Staff are all super nice and friendly. Despite how busy they are, they make you feel welcome and help you out when needed. Would definitely come back! read more

Milk Belly Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

Located in downtown San Jose, Milk Belly Bakery is known for their Japanese sando (sandwiches.) They offer up the traditional egg sando and a bunch of American ones too. There is ample street parking on the same street and the streets adjacent. Walking into the restaurant, you order at the counter and then find a seat along the far wall. We went with the Smash burger sando ($13) and the longanisa sando ($13) The smash burger sando was incredible. They gave two smashed patties between extra buttery slices of toast. There was a little bit of sauce and flavoring, and it was like taking a bite out of the dankest burger you could think of. The longanisa sandwich had a generous scramble egg with a longanisa sausage cut lengthwise. I'm more accustomed to those fat short longanisa sausages so was surprised to find this longer variety. I kind of wish they added a bit more sausage because it mostly tasted of egg. That being said, it was also delicious and was a nice contrast to the very heavy smash burger. Overall I would come back to get their bread and try their egg sando! read more

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Saw this place on a Bay Area eats IG and had to come try it for myself!! Vibes here are super cute and cozy. LOVE the Ghibli decor! We split a Smash Sando (basically a burger but instead of buns, it was with the sando bread) and the Longanisa Sando, and also got the Matcha Cloud latte. The Longanisa one was pretty good, but the star was the Smash sando for me. I loved how the patty was juicy, and slightly sweet. I think if I got a classic sando, I would've loved the Longanisa one more, but because the Smash was so strong and flavorful, the Longanisa paled in comparison. The matcha cloud latte was pretty good; I think I could've used more cream at the top, but the matcha flavor was very strong and earthy. Parking is mostly street, but there is a garage with 90 min free a block away. Staff was really nice and our food came out in decent time. I imagine it may feel a little slow if there was a huge line, but we were able to order right away when we came in (probably because we went on Dec 23 lol). read more

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Finally got to try their famous sandos! Came by around 10am on a Saturday morning. The line was several parties long but moved fairly quickly. However, the dine-in seating was completely full. The staff member taking our order let us know we'd likely only be able to do takeout, which was our original plan anyway. The two of us shared a Japanese egg salad sando and a longanisa sando. The longanisa one was such a pleasant surprise! The meat was so juicy and, while salty, paired well with the bread. The star of the show for us though was the kabocha pie. A nuttier, earthier twist on pumpkin pie. I wish we had gotten more than just a slice... I also would love to come back for a brioche loaf to just have at home. Overall, it definitely lived up to the hype but just be prepared for a wait and perhaps being unable to dine in. read more

Milk Belly Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

Ambience: Lofi piano Christmas music Dark wood floor Christmas tree with lights Ghibli on the walls Lots of real plants well-cared for...well looks like it. I can't tell because I have a black thumb. Busy with people braving the cold to line up for some bread ‍‍ read more

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Such a special spot! Staff are super friendly and kind and it's real cute and cozy inside. Inside is bigger than I expected and there's plenty of seating. I ordered the egg bacon and cheese sandwich and it was super flavorful. Despite how simple the sandwich sounds, this flavor can't be recreated at home! The bread is soft and delicious, and the herb mayo really ties everything together. I'll definitely be back to try the fruit sandwiches! read more

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I have know about Milk Belly for a while now. Since they were just going to farmer's markets, I have followed them in my socials to see what they doing. I was so happy to hear they got a brick and mortar in San Jose! Close to me yay! The bakery/restaurant looks small in front, but they actually got to fit plenty of tables and chairs without it feeling super crowded. I love the aesthetics of the place. You order on the front, find a seat, and they call your name and order to be picked up at the counter. We tried a couple things in our visit. The sandos and some pastries. I really love their milk bread and tamago sando. If this place was even closer to me I would go here just to get those all the time. The other pastries were good too, I think they were not made by them but by another bakery. Highly recommend this place. Also, parking can be difficult, only street parking and parking garages (located in downtown SJ). read more

Milk Belly Bakery - Japanese Egg Salad Sandwich Longaniza Sando - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

Line can be long if you come later. Bring a jacket just in case you are in the element as the line continues outside. Their breakfast sandos are delicious! It's quite healthy in terms of volumes so be sure to share with someone. Adding the hot sauce really enhances the flavor. It's not crazy hot so try it out. Inside is a bit small and has limited seating areas. You can also sit at the bar in the back to watch them in action. Great place for morning bites and sips. Can't wait to visit them again. read more

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I finally got the chance to visit Milk Belly in downtown San Jose. They're quite popular, I saw a line out the door on a weekend, so I had to take the opportunity to give them a try on the weekday while I was on jury duty. There was a decent amount of people here still during the weekday lunch rush, but atleast the line was inside. I genuinely enjoyed everything that I tried. The Lemongrass Chicken Salad Sando was tasty and light, the Japanese Egg Salad Sando was a perfectly made sandwich as well. The Pandan Butter Mochi made for a great treat and the Vietnamese Coffee tasted very good and balanced flavor. If you're looking for an Asian bakery in downtown San Jose, give them a try! read more

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- found parking nearby in a garage that offers the first 90 min free! - the atmosphere of the whole place is so cozy and cute with Ghibli posters and miniatures decorating the interior - they offer some desserts like scones and cakes in the pastry case (1) longanisa sandwich ($15.03): the egg was so fluffy and hearty in this sandwich! I noticed that they sell the bread used in this sandwich, it tasted like a soft milk bread. The longanisa was a small strip and had a sweet sauce coating it. It was slightly too sweet for my liking and I felt that the egg overpowered it. - overall a solid sandwich and super packed for the price! I would love to come back and try their other menu items :) read more

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Cute cafe in downtown San Jose. The nearby parking structure on 25 S Third Street has free parking for the first 90 minutes! We tried quite a few items: 1. Uber cream scone 5/5 This scone was surprisingly light and fluffy. One of the best scones I've ever had! The icing on top is very thin and overall it has a good ube flavor. Not too sweet 2. Japanese egg salad sandwich 4.5/5 Very light yet creamy. Very reminiscent of Japan. The bread was so soft and pillowy 3. Loganisa sandwich 4.5/5 This felt more filling than the egg salad sandwich. They toast the bread and the homemade Loganisa was sweet yet savory 4. Ham and Brie toast 4/5 I got this on sesame sourdough which had a nice texture and flavor. The Brie was a tad thick for my preference read more

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We visited Milk Belly two weeks in a row to make sure it was that good. We tried the Avocado toast, Japanese Breakfast Sando, Longanisa Sando, Egg Salad Sando, hash brown, butter mochi, pandan mochi, Ube scone, dirty hojicha, matcha cloud latte. Everything was delicious both weeks. The kitchen was busy but they are consistent. The store is a narrow space with exposed brick walls and dining area was along the wall facing the open kitchen area. It was nice to watch how the staff all worked together from orders, prepping, and pushing orders through. read more

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I finally got to try Milk Belly bakery for my brunch today. I got their egg sando and added chili crisp to it. The bread was soft, slightly sweet, and buttery. The filling was creamy and the chili crisp added a bit of kick and flavor (although I do wish there was more of it). Super tasty and filling sandwich, with cost of $16.25. Would order again! read more

Milk Belly Bakery - Egg sando + chili crisp - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

AMAZING. Finally got to try Milk Belly! Arrived around 10am on a Saturday morning and thankfully there was not a long line - ordered the japanese sando, longanisa sando, potatoes and 3 drinks : matcha, calamansi spritz, and vietnamese coffee. Drinks came out less than 10 minutes after ordering and the food is made to order so it took while but all worth it. There is seating available inside and a small bar top area to fit a few people. The japanese sando reminded my husband and I of the ones we ate in Japan but even better, would definitely recommend. The longanisa sando was great, we liked that the longanisa was like a patty and paired well with the cheese and eggs and spread. The bread used for both sandwiches were delicious! Our favorite thing was the potatoes, so crispy and so flavorful! I enjoyed the matcha drink, my husband liked both the calamansi and vietnamese coffee drinks! Would definitely recommend this bakery and I want to go back again and get more of their baked goodies! read more

Milk Belly Bakery - Japanese Sando & Longanisa Sando - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

Sandwiches are larger portion, must add their house chili oil if you like spice! Waited in line for about 15-20 mins Food took 15-20 mins Egg Sando: creamy and filling! Custom sand which: delicious would come again! read more

Milk Belly Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

I had this spot at the top of my list and found out recently I've passed by it so many times... so finally visited Milk Belly and I'm hooked - so much that I was craving it and went back recently. Somewhat open kitchen concept so you can see them prepare if you're in the bar area. Good amount of seating to eat with a small group of friends. Line gets long but service is quick! To-go does take a bit longer if you have a bigger order. I've tried a variety of egg sandos and some baked goods. My favorite has been the longanisa egg sando! Fluffy egg with Filipino pork sausage patty was the perfect combo. The first time I came with a friend, we dined in and they had this spicy green lemongrass chili sauce that was kind of sweet and def had a kick. Really good with the sandwiches! They also have a seasonal smash burger sando which is essentially well seasoned burger patties in their delicious bread. There's also a lemongrass (?) sauce that goes so well with the patties. We tried some of their smaller baked items like guava butter mochi and shio pan - salt bread, both were realllllyyy good! Will come back and have to try their toasts - maybe the salmon one or HK toast :) read more

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