Freshly Baked Eatery
About This Spot
Stepping into Freshly Baked Eatery feels like finding a quiet corner of San Jose where time moves just a little slower and simple pleasures take center stage. This sandwich shop, tucked into the heart of the city’s North 3rd Street, offers a welcoming pause from the bustle, inviting you to settle in beneath softly shaded outdoor seating or within its intimate, art-adorned walls. The pace here is unhurried and genuine, the kind of spot where neighborhood regulars and curious newcomers alike share a quiet smile over fresh bread and well-loved recipes.
The air carries the comforting aroma of freshly baked sourdough bread, crackling with just the right amount of crunch. It’s the backbone of a menu that honors hearty, thoughtfully composed sandwiches with an honest, homey spirit. You’ll find meats smoked and sliced in-house, layered carefully with sharp Swiss cheese and classic toppings, giving each bite a satisfying richness wrapped in simplicity. Here, each sandwich feels like a crafted moment — generous, steady, and unpretentious.
Freshly Baked Eatery isn’t about flashy trends but about steady rhythms: a known favorite tucked away from the rush of downtown, a spot for conversation and shared meals in a space that feels rooted in warmth and good company. The staff’s easy kindness extends beyond service — it’s part of the fabric here, helping shape a genuine connection between kitchen and customer.
Whether you’re here for a midday break or a casual meet-up, the atmosphere encourages lingering and comfort in equal measure. Freshly Baked Eatery is less about loud interruptions and more about those everyday moments that quietly remind you of the simple joys of fresh food and thoughtful hands.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating
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Delivery
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On-site services
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Takeaway
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Lunch
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Comfort food
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Healthy options
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Quick bite
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Lunch
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Seating
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Table service
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Toilet
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Casual
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Accepts reservations
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Debit cards
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Credit cards
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Good for kids
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Free of charge street parking
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Paid street parking
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Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM | |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM | |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM | |
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| Thursday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM | |
| Friday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM | |
| Saturday | Closed | |
| Sunday | Closed |
Chris 09 Dec 2025
Got the Pastrami sandwich with everything on it- costs 11$ and cash only (there is an ATM onsite). There are lots of good looking options so everyone could be happy there. Bread was freshly baked and very crunchy! Great tasting sandwich and would go back again. I think it's better than a place like Ike's. Everyone was friendly and they have lots of shaded seating outside too!
Amy Barnwell 25 Nov 2025
This is a great place for a delicious sourdough sandwich, pickle, chips and a beverage. The staff are super nice and the sandwiches have fresh baked bread and generous ingredients. You'll love it!
Dan Kim 15 Nov 2025
Small sandwich shop that's open 4 hours a day. However they are pretty solid with good prices. Very friendly staff with a pretty good amount of seating outside. Would recommend for sure, good vibes, good prices, and good food.
Christina Ghanayem 31 Oct 2025
Memorable. I am from Chicago and we’re strict with food. This was exactly what you need in life. Bread steaming hot and fresh. The meat and topping ingredients are fresh and totally worth the price. Large sandwiches enough for two people. The atmosphere is cute and quaint, the art is simple and beautiful and the owners and staff make the experience authentic. So kind and gracious. Definitely personable. Stop reading this review right now and check this sandwhich shop out.
American Angler 27 Oct 2025
The Freshly Baked Eatery sure slaps down a scrumpdidldlyumptious sandwich! Crazy Joe Lipinski took a few of us there for lunch yesterday.. and even paid, too! The sandwichs were Amazing!
Josie 16 Oct 2025
This sandwich shop has consistently stayed in my lunch rotation for the past 5 years. Cash only, great price, quick, & opened during weekday working lunch hours. I get the turkey & salami and add chopped banana peppers— so good!! I appreciate the same people always greeting me with a warm smile. I’ll miss the sandwiches when I move. :(
Zeus Kumar 06 Oct 2025
The best sandwich spot in san jose. Fresh and warm sourdough and fresh ingredients.
Carl Foisy 01 Oct 2025
Been coming here for years, well over a decade….and each time it’s superb! Cash only, but they’ve got an ATM if you forget to bring some…the service is consistently quick, friendly and a reason to return…but the biggest reasons to return are their absolutely marvelous sandwiches….they start with freshly baked steaming warm bread, and all of the fixins meats n cheeses are fresh and aplenty. Solid drink selection, and one of DTSJs fun little secrets. For sandwich lovers, this is a fantastic spot.