Clover Bakery & Cafe

Cozy and welcoming neighborhood JP bakery/cafe with tons of selection (pastries, fresh onigiri/other food and drinks). During peak hours it's common to have a line/some challenge parking in the plaza lot. I love their melonpan, spicy tuna sandwich (very spicy for me) and unagi musubi/onigiris. Takeout only.

Came in on at 8:30am on a Wednesday, no problems parking in the free parking lot area. Food was great, there's an assortment of Japanese snack foods from rice based onigiri, even musubis, to typical bread combinations found in many Japanese stores. Drinks like coffee, tea and others were also available. I ordered a croquette burger (usually potatoes and other veg, fried), a shrimp cutlet burger, beef curry bun, and a couple of slamon & ikura (salmon roe) onigiri. Everything was lovely. Service was great, note that there are no dine-in options. But the cashier was patient as we were asking clarifications on our orders for the onigiri and other bread that was avaialble and about to be ready. Atmosphere is a bit more frantic because the place had just opened and all the customers wanted to get fresh bread and onigiri. But overall solid an pleasant.

great cafe! it’s kind of a if you know, you know spot. the unagi onigiri is amazing! all of the little labels are super adorable too

Awesome bakery with lots of familiar buns, sandwiches and pastries you might see in Japan. Prices are really good for the bay area. Definitely order some onigiri to bring home as well! Got the curry and ginger beef onigiri and both were pretty tasty. The melon bread was decent and the sandwich I got was excellent! Gets a bit busy though, so expect a bit of a wait (the onigiri is freshly made, so they might need some time to make them for you as well)

One of the best bakeries in the bay area. You would need to come here early to get any of the well sought after baked goods. There was a point were I went here 3 times in a week to get the salmon roe bread. I would highly recommend!

Very cute Japanese bakery 🥐🥨🍞 The pasty and bread are delicious!

Always a win when it comes to the shrimp and pork sandwiches. Can get busy so come early or during the weekdays. My family isn't into Sushie or most Asian food but love the sandwiches since they make great lunch food. Definently a local favorite. Not much to say but to try it.

An absolutely delightful bakery with incredible tasty selections of sweet and savory items. We tried many buns, some onigiri, and drinks. Everything was so good!!! My new favorite bakery! Also in talking to some of the other customers they’ve been coming for many years and all speak so highly of this place. So glad we went. Now every time we are in San Jose we will come here!

I bring my friends here all the time, and it's become our go-to spot for both sweet treats and savory delights. My girlfriend absolutely loves this place, and honestly, I'm never disappointed either. Whether you're craving flaky pastries, rich cakes, or perfectly seasoned savory bites, this place nails it every single time. The baked goods here are next level, resh, flavorful, and beautifully crafted. It's the kind of spot where every visit feels like a little celebration of quality and taste. From rice balls that melt in your mouth to hearty savory options that hit all the right notes, this place has something to satisfy any craving. If you consider yourself a fan of baked goods, whether sweet or savory, do yourself a favor and stop by. It's a hidden gem where the flavors are bold, the service is friendly, and the vibe is always welcoming. I can't recommend it enough!

A Japanese bakery with such unique and tasty pastries and baked goods. Came at 11 which was the perfect time right before the rush came in so I recommend going early! I was able to snag a few onigiris which were fresh and warm. However some were a bit more rice packed. The unagi spam musubi was so flavorful, savory, slightly sweet, and so good. My favorite was the crab and fish roe bun - it tasted like a sushi bake haha. All the flavors were so delicious and I would come back to try more!

They open early. We got a variety of Musubis, onigiris, sandwiches and breads. Its a bit expensive for the amount that you get Everything was good but not great. My favorite was the Musubi with Spam and Salmon Rice ball. The tuna sandwich was ok. Service was neutral but efficient. The lady working the cashier knew what to do. Inside was busy with workers making bread and Musubi's. Private lot in front.

Been here many times! Parking is ok, but could get a little crowded on the weekends. There is always a small line whenever I come. Their onigiris and sandos are very popular. I finally tried their strawberry cream sando this time. It was light, fluffy, and not too sweet, which made it a perfect little snack!

their unique breads and onigiris are a must try if you haven't! this place is just right around the corner of mitsuwa and it's a small little bakery yet it's always packed every time i've been rather it is early in the morning or later in the day i highly recommend grabbing some onigiris at the cashier my go to is mentaiko!

Whenever I'm at the Mitsuwa plaza, I love to stop by Clover Bakery for some onigiri and sandwiches. They also have an extensive selection of pastries, and they have a cafe with fairly-priced drinks. My favorite items are the melonpan, spicy tuna sandwich, and ikura onigiri. All their rice balls are made fresh and if they're out of stock of any flavor, they take maybe 10-15 max for more to come out. Staff are quick and friendly, and the ambience is usually lively for a small bakery especially during peak hours. Expect some challenge with parking in the plaza lot + a line out the door during mealtimes.

A small Japanese bakery with excellent milk bread. They also have onigiri & strawberry cake. The lines can be long here. They offer thin or thick slices for their breads.

Some items were good and some were just okay. The spicy tuna sando was delicious. The hotdog buns are also good. However the onigiri is a ripoff at $4 - mostly all rice and barely any filling. If you come after 3pm most of all the baked goods are gone.

Friendly workers and great onigiris. Will definitely return when I'm back in the area.

Super delicious and very reasonably priced. I ordered the cake ahead of time and added a few of their yummy pastries with my order. The coffee cream cornet and melon pan were favorites. Parking by Mitsuwa is always a pain though.

Went to Clover Bakery thanks to a recommendation on TikTok. My friends and I went to San Jose for one of my friend's doctor visit at Stanford. We stopped by for the pastries and we absolutely loved it. The bakery was nice and welcoming! Loved how the bread had translation from Japanese to English! Very clean as well! We did go around 4 in the afternoon so there wasn't many choices like in the morning , but we still got to see some very delicious looking treats. The staff were welcoming and sweet! I got a chocolate and custard filled bread as well as a croquette bread. My friend got one of their spam onigiris and said it was delicious. Would definitely go again!

It's been a while since I've been back! I was a bit disappointed with the freshness of the pastries though! I used to come here often when I went to school nearby and came today since I was in the area. I decided to try the spaghetti bread and a few of the pastries that were new. The spaghetti bread was just ok, I wouldn't get it again. I also got the tomatoes bread with cheese and hot dog but it tasted a bit stale (the bread was sticking to the paper so was a bit hard to take off). They also had some new pastries on the menu such as the UFO green tea / chocolate flavor bread. Whenever I go here I would always like ordering the triangle seaweeds roll from here. My to go to would always be the triangle salmon roll. Overall it's a nice small affordable pastries spot that I would go to if in the area! Great for a quick snack!

*This is purely a review for their strawberry cake. If you love simple fresh whipped cream cakes like me, you've got to try this one at Clover. STRAWBERRY CAKE: Fresh whipped cream that is perfectly sweetened balanced with the also slightly sweetened airy cake and tart strawberry slices. It's my #1 strawberry shortcake, but i'd eat it with any other fruit or even on its own because it's THAT good. I believe they have the smaller 4 inch and 6 inch on display for sale, but otherwise you should pre-order to ensure you get a cake if that's what you're looking for.

My favorite little bakery in SJ if not all of the greater Bay Area. Thank you to the viral videos that led me here. There's usually a line out the door and they do sell out of popular options but it's so worth it. The masago bread is my absolute favorite. I could live off these. They do limit you to four of each item (so I guess I can only live off of them for a day). Lots of bread options, both sweet and savory as well as a great selection of onigiri, spam musubi, cakes, drinks. Staff are always so nice and constantly replenishing bread. Line goes by fairly quickly.

Stumbled into this packed bakery while we were waiting for the restaurants to open for lunch. Lots of pastries available, all for about $3 each. Got the chocolate croissant (which was good and chocolately), cream horn (surprisingly a bun, not made of puff pastry, corn bun (very pepery, not sweet like the chinese version) a bag of Christmas butter cookies (nicely decorated and crispy and a veggie croquette sandwich (that was good). I liked the cookies and the croquette sandwich the best. The kids enjoyed the croissant. I can pass on the other stuff. There's a long line but the workers move everyone one fast.

I stopped in for some breakfast; a few musubis. 2x Ikura Salmon, 1x Unagi, and 1x Salmon (Sake). All were warm and delicious. My favorite is the Ikura Salmon as you can tell. Once you bite into the roe and it breaks, you feel that popping and then you taste the creamy briny goodness. Yum!

For my birthday dinner, I decided to look for a cute small cake addition to my party as often times large cakes are not eaten and go to waste. After extensive research around the Bay Area I decided to go with Clover Bakery's mini strawberry cake. On the morning of my celebration, I called the bakery to reserve one for pick-up before closing. The worker who answered was incredibly pleasant and made the interaction smooth and efficient. Heads-up for anyone planning to visit: Clover Bakery is located in the Mitsuwa Plaza, where parking can be a challenge, especially if you are short on time. Clover bakery almost always has a line -- coming right before closing means no lines, no waiting, but also no bread as they usually sell out quickly. The mini strawberry cake itself was perfect for the occasion. Its petite size made it ideal for photos, and it provided just the right amount of cake for guests to enjoy after a full three-course dinner. Bonus points as my venue placed the cake on a gold pedestal, which made it look even more stunning. My guests loved the cake! They noted that the cake was delightfully spongy, and the cream was fresh, light, and perfectly creamy. Noting that this cake is not suitable for gluten-free diners as it is not gluten free. Clover Bakery's mini strawberry cake was a hit, and I'd happily do it all over again for my next birthday. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a simple yet elegant dessert to elevate their celebration.

Love coming here and they are really friendly and the food is affordable for how fresh it is. The spicy tuna sandwich def is pretty spicy FYI. I had it with their green tea latte which was made to order and was fresh and just the right mix of matcha, coffee, and milk. The ikura salmon onigiri was warm and so umami with its salty and rich flavor contrasted with the crispy seaweed and fluffy white rice. I am saving the pastries for later so I'll have to update the review with comments on those. Worth coming to check out this authentic Japanese bakery that has so much more than just simple pastries with its delicious barista, Musubi, onigiri, bread, and sandwiches.

First time here and we will be back for sure. Reasonably priced and very good quality. They had tons of other bakery items but we stuck with the onigiri for today. We ended up getting spicy tuna, miso pork, teriyaki chicken, unagi, and salmon sake. All very good and just nit picking at this point, but the miso pork could have used a little more meat in it. The flavor was great but wanted more! The spicy tuna was also good and had a decent kick to it ! Would highly recommend this place! Especially with all the different onigiri, you'll find one you like. Lastly, service was quick and easy!

One of the best bakery's to spot at for lots of small quick bites tot take on the road! Service is great. Only downside is fall is if the plaza is busy, it's tougher to find parking. Once you go in, if you go near the register, You will notice lot of onigiris to choose from (rice triangles w/ nori wrapped and choice of filling) they also have other varieties of cakes and cold sandwiches and mixed baked goods! Will take pictures for next time! It's right around the corner from a large Japanese convenience/grocery store, which also has some other eateries within the store! And a bookstore.

This review is really just on the baked breads as we went too early in the morning to be able to snag any musubis. All in all, for the price and the home baked goodness, I was rather disappointed. The baked goods are just decent. Also, they're all either $3 or $2. But way more are $3 than $2. The savory ones with curry and other savory items were overly salty and you didn't pick up on other savory notes. A few of them were just not good. The sweet ones, only 1 stood out, which was the chocolate croissant, which was excellent. All of the other ones were rather forgetful or bland. I really wanted to try a musubi, but they don't start until 11am. I guess I'd have to visit again. They have a lot of people working in the mornings. A lot! Nice folks, very industrial. Private parking for the small plaza.

I have to admit, this is one of my favorite malls in the area. Except for the parking and poor drivers... Quality/Quantity - 5 stars. As usual, we overbought. Good selections, actually too many good selections to choose from, hence the over buying. Decent coffee and drink options; see picture of menu. Small selection of hot foods, see picture of menus. Today I got the following, all of which were good. Green Tea Melon Bread. Strawberry Melon Bread. Almond Danish. Custard Donut. Sweet Red Bean Paste Donut. Atmosphere - Small local bakery. They used to have indoor seating but changed it and kept their to-go format. Open 6 days a week from 8am to 5pm, closed Mondays. Plenty of mall parking, but it was almost always full. I typically park at the furthest parking spaces to avoid the poor drivers. Watched as two cars backed into each other this morning. Then they leave the cars in the middle of the lane so NO one can get through. They were there over an hour discussing who was at fault. Well you BOTH backed out... Good luck. Service - Mostly self-service, grab a tray and tongs then go at it. If you want items over the counter, they will get it for you. Good, but slow, so be patient. Only one register. Price - $13. Inexpensive in my book. Especially for the quality. $2 to $3 each. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2000, we will be regular customers.

Clover Bakery is THE best Japanese bread store in the South Bay (IMHO). Looking for that delicious curry bread or onigiri? This is the place. Come early (before 10am) on weekends to avoid the long lines. Though don't fret if you make it in late as the lines go relatively quick. They have limited space inside so once lined up and you make it to the door, you'll go grab your bread items from the right side (remember to use the tongs). The recs: 1. Onigiri - aka rice triangle balls with various insides from spam or fish eggs to salmon or eel. Definitely a must. Order onigiri at the register 2. Shrimp bread - ugh, SO GOOD. I don't know what is inside it other than it's shrimp, fluffy, and creamy. Grab from the side bread aisle 3. Curry bread - another must have. 4. Small strawberry cakes - light, slightly sweet whipped-cream cake that's good for 2-3 people. Great for a small celebration (ask for it at the counter). 5. Coffees/teas - not fancy by any means but can get a latte or matcha etc for relatively lower cost than nearby coffee shops (order at the register)

Came here a couple days ago. Sometimes it's super busy sometimes it's not. The inside is a lot cleaner than before. Back then there was junk hanging from the sprinkler and was very cluster, now it's a lot better. It's a very cute bakery with all types of bread, food, and desserts. We got the onigiri (price varies), potato salad sandwich ($4?), and cream cone ($3). We typically get the teriyaki onigiri. The potato sandwich is light and creamy with cucumber and a slight hint of spice. It is a little small though. The cream cones, we think the strawberry tastes the best out of green tea and coffee.

Clover is one of my favorite places to grab a small bite. Parking is horrific on weekends, with everyone going to Mitsuwa or eating at restaurants nearby. On several occasions, we had to loop around the lot or just leave because it was impossible to find parking. The line also gets incredibly long, and it gets crowded--especially when people don't list to the in store person limit that's literally on the door... However, whenever we go on weekdays it is super chill. I love the pork bun and the fruit sandos! They make for really great foods to pack for a hike. My boyfriend loves the egg sando and tuna sando. Highly recommend, but be wary of when you go.

A friend recommended this bakery for us for their strawberry cake. On the day when we visited, for some reason, there was some kinda weird smell (like garbage smell) inside the shop, but visually everything was tidy and organized. We then proceeded to get cake. There was one small-sized strawberry cake left in the display case. I told the cashier we'd like to get that and the cashier was about to take it and box it up, suddenly another lady came out from kitchen and snatched the cake and said, "the cake was sold". The cashier was left frozen. Apparently the cake was sold (likely by the owner herself) and the cashier had no idea. Bummer, so no cake for us that day and no apology or whatever was given to us. We then bought two buns with cute faces on them. To our disappointment, the buns were a bit dry and also there was no filling at all inside the buns. Though the experience was less than ideal, we might still give it a try for their strawberry cake in the future.

Reccomend if you're already in the area and want to pick up a sweet treat. TREATS: Their milk bread style pastries were definitely my favorite. I tried the cream coronet and the blueberry danish. Both were not too sweet, fluffy, and the fruit was fresh tasting. I would reccomend taking home something like the danish and warming it up for a better taste. They were tasty but nothing that I haven't tried before. PRICE: Considering the pastries are home quality, I find the price fair compared to a big box chain like 85º Café. Each bread that I picked was $3, totaling $9 for three different treats. INTERIOR/LOCATION: There is plenty of parking as this shares the same plaza as Mitsuwa Market. This is a to-go spot, so have a plan to either take your pastries home or to your next destination, there is no indoor seating. Service was standard, nothing notable.

This super busy Japanese bakery has a wide variety of Japanese delicacies- bread, onigiri/musubi, sandos, cakes, coffee, and tea. I called in on a Saturday morning to see if a last minute birthday cake was available. To my delight, I was told that they had a 6 inch strawberry cake was available and that a hold could be placed for me. A 6 inch cake for $24 is honestly steal. Unfortunately, no decorations could be made on the cake since it was so last minute. Additionally, they don't provide any birthday signs, plates, or candles. Next time, I will call in a few days earlier if cake decoration is required. Now, the moment you have all been waiting for- how was the cake you might ask? Honestly before I grabbed a cake from Clover, I was a little worried because I had read varying reviews that were positive to negative. So, upon the first bite, my expectations were low. However, I was pleasantly surprised to taste a wonderfully light and delicious cake that was praised overwhelmingly by Asian parents of all people. First of all, the cake was not too sweet. The cream was light and lightly sweet, the cake texture was bouncy and had a fragrant egg flavor. The strawberries were a little randomly spread about the cake so each bite didn't have a same amount of strawberries but that wasn't a huge issue. The strawberries were also noticeable fresh and not too sour but not too sweet. Not bad at all for $24 really. I will definitely be coming back for cake on the next occasion, especially since my boyfriend who doesn't even like sweets got seconds.

I love to support a woman-owned restaurant! Coming on a Saturday morning, there was quite a crowd waiting to enter, but it went by decently quickly. There are bread options to grab and go, but also onigiri and musubi that you can order (posted at the front). If the iteration that you want is not available, you can always wait 10 minutes for them to make more! I had the spam and eel musubis, and would highly recommend the eel. The spam ones had cucumber which was not to my preference. My partner's favorite was the sriracha salmon! Overall, a convenient place to grab a quick bite

Clover I will always love you. My favorite pastry here is the crab and fish roe! This last time I tried the shrimp burger for the first time and fell IN LOVE!! Sooo yummy and will be adding it to my must haves going forward !! They got rid of their indoor seating area so it's just a buy and go shop. Line can get long later in the day so would suggest going earlier if you can!

Fantastic prices and variety of baked treats! We tried their strawberry sandwich, custard bun, peach danish and a banana mocha (tastes just like it sounds haha). Banana Mocha was sooo not for me - it was SUPER sweet and gave me a instant sugar rush that I did not enjoy. However, my husband loved it. The other stuff were delicious. It's a little shop that freshly stocks every morning.. we happen to be in the area & so stopped for some pastries. Hope to be back soon to try their onigiri and other savoury veggie offerings.

Not my first time coming, but finally my time to review! This is the local Japanese bakery. They have just about everything to satisfy the palate for a relatively low price. Bread averages out to $3.50 per bun, and the same goes for onigiri and sandwiches. In this economy, that is most definitely unbeatable for what you get. Whether you're looking for sandwich, bun, sweets, or rice balls, there is enough variety here to make me want to try everything. As evidenced by the fact that they sell out of breads and onigiri every time I go near closing time, this place is popular! If you want the best selection, try to go early in the morning. The shop is small and can get crowded, and the waitstaff is very polite and helpful. To pair any savory bread with a drink, the strawberry milk is one of my friend's favorites. Personally, I always stop by Clover Bakery if it's on my way home since everything is inexpensive and tasty!

I've been to Clover Bakery before for their pastries but didn't realize they also sell cakes. While searching for a strawberry shortcake birthday cake for my partner, I came across their bakery. Their website mentioned a 3-day notice for cake orders, but I needed one the next day. I decided to call, and to my surprise, they said they could have a 6" cake ready by the following day. They were very communicative and even called to let me know they needed a bit more time before my pickup. The bakery itself is small, with a nice selection of pastries displayed along the wall when you walk in. The cake was absolutely delicious and perfectly balanced--not overly sweet! It was incredibly light, and the strawberries were fresh. I usually avoid whipped cream on cakes because it's often too sweet and heavy, but that wasn't the case with this strawberry cake. My partner loved it, and there were plenty of leftovers for the two of us to enjoy later.

I accidentally stumbled upon Clover Bakery when I was originally planning on stopping by Fugetsu next door to pick up some ready-made Japanese bentos. There happened to be a power outage that particular day and Fugetsu wasn't able to process credit card payments. However, for whatever reason, Clover was able to accept credit card so that's where I saw a huge line of people lined up out the door. The pastries here are so popular, there's a sign at the front indicating the limits on different types of breads. I had a difficult time choosing a single pastry because everything looked incredible and was priced at only a few dollars each. I ultimately settled on a roll topped with bonito flakes and okonomiyaki sauce and it was one of the best tasting pastries I've had in a while. The bread was super fluffy and the topping had just the right balance of sweet and savory. Despite the fifteen minute wait in line, I would happily stop by again if I'm ever in the area.

Clover Bakery & Cafe is located in the Strawberry Park Shopping Center. The parking here is pretty difficult, especially on the weekends. Similar concept from other bakeries - there are cases of baked good and such, and you just grab a tray and pair of tongs to pick what you want. Wish I got a chance to try one of their rice balls, but there was not that many choices to pick from in the afternoon when we stopped by. I did get to try this spaghetti sandwich thing they had, which was a small one for just a few bucks. It tasted a bit weird as a combo though, and it was not that great as a sandwich, so I ended up just eating the spaghetti and tossing the bread roll.

This place is fantastic! So fun and has a great selection of items. The food is consistently fresh and delicious, the atmosphere is charming, and the staff is great. Just be mindful of the weekend rush as the line was out the door and probably took like 20 minutes to order. If they run out of food, you can come back in 10-20 minutes and they will have it freshly made Food: * Onigiri with Unagi: Tender grilled eel wrapped in perfectly seasoned rice. The unagi was flavorful, slightly sweet, and melted in my mouth--an absolute treat. * Tuna Mayo Onigiri: A comforting classic. The creamy tuna filling paired well with the fresh seaweed and soft rice, creating a light but satisfying bite. * Spicy Tuna Onigiri: Bold flavors! The spice had a nice kick but didn't overpower the freshness of the tuna. If you like a bit of heat, this one's a great choice. * Ikura Salmon Onigiri (Favorite): Easily the highlight of my meal! The briny pop of the ikura (salmon roe) with the fresh lightly salted salmon was a perfect combination. I could eat this every day. * Pastries: Delicate, fluffy, and delicious. They offer a wide range of sweet and savory options, all made with great attention to detail. Ambiance: Clover Bakery has a cute, authentic vibe that transports you to a traditional Japanese bakery. They have a great range of offerings from onigiri to pastries, making it a go-to spot for something quick and delicious. Service: The staff here is always friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. Be prepared, though--there can be a long line, especially on weekends, often stretching out the door. But trust me, it's well worth the wait. I'll definitely be back! Very cute and fun place, highly recommend

This bakery is pretty popular as we had to wait for about 10 minutes to get inside the shop. This bakery is like your typical Chinese bakeries, but with a Japanese influence. Curry pastries (5/5): Definitely microwave this when you eat it because it tastes so much better hot. It was supper flavorful and I definitely recommend if you love curry. Spicy Tuna Sandwich (3/5): I thought this looked better than tasted. But I thought it was like sushi spicy tuna, but it's actually spicy canned tuna. I thought it was really spicy and was mostly tomatoes Melon bread (5/5): very sweet and definitely a safe choice. Overall I thought this place was unique and very affordable.

My favorite bakery in the whole area! I'm originally from Seattle where there are tons of Japanese, Korean, asian bakeries and I struggled to find any good ones here until I found this place. The best thing about Clover is their prices and uniqueness. It's not just your basic breads and croissants. They have unique options like chow mein bread, melon bread, onigiri, unagi musubi, spicy tuna sandwiches, and they even have a coffee bar inside. Will never stop coming here! By about 2-3pm, they start running out of all the good stuff so try to go early

The world needs more places like Clover. At a time where prices everywhere are skyrocketing, Clover is serving creative and tasty treats for $2-$3 and prices include tax. #love This tiny shop, located next to Fogetsu, offers quite the variaty of sweet and tasty treats. Out of the gate, my mind was blown some of their offering. Spaghetti bread, chow mein bread, and strawberry melon bread?!? Yes please. They also offer more basic items for the less adventurous, including an egg sendo that looked pretty darn awesome. I opted for the $3 beef pieroshki. The dough was as close to a traditional Russian/Ukrainian pieroshki as one could expect. It was a pleasant surprise. Upon the first bite you can a mouthful of the sweet meat and noodle filling. Yes, the puppy is filled to the brim. The filling tasted like sweet bbq and was very satisfying. I can't wait to come back and try more of their dishes. Definitely drop by and give them some love.

Clover is excellent all around, the baked items, the service and the onigiri are all great. Many people have discovered this place and it can get very busy at times. Over the last couple years the lines have grown, but they have really improved their processes and they keep things moving. I've also noticed that even when they are out of an item, they often already have more being made and the wait is never long to get more. I've had coffee there as well and it's not my favorite, but I'm a bit of a coffee snob. I tend to walk over to Coffee and Water, which is excellent. It may take me a few more years to try everything at Clover, but they have so many great things to try, I will enjoy the adventure. Also, try their bread! So great as simple toast or with jams or avocado too.

Service is a little slow, but the pastries are truly fantastic. I wish the onigiri was stuffed a little more with the savory options, but all was still very good. I'd recommend to stop by if you want to try some fantastic pastries!

Came in for a quick snack, and loved the little bakery section and rice ball options. Everything was delicious and a great price. I ordered the Siracha salmon onigiri, and it was pretty tasty. They served it warm, and the woman behind the counter was very friendly. They have a lot of options to choose from, and everything looks like it was made with attention to detail, time, and care. Will definitely be back!

Came here for the onigiris and musubis and the rice was super mushy. For a Japanese bakery/rice ball shop, you'd expect perfect rice but nope, the rice has been mushy more than once. The texture from the mushy rice really throws the whole thing off and filling is minimal. I've given this place multiple tries now and the last few times has been super disappointing.

This is my goto place for rice balls. They are made fresh each morning and quite a few flavors. My personal favorites are: takana mentai, spicy tuna, salmon ikura (cost more), beef & ginger, keema curry. I also love their little sandwiches that are in the glass shelf by the register. This place is always busy and often times there's a line to pay. The owner always has fresh flowers inside to brighten up your day.

I use to come here often, yesterday was the worst experience. I came in and ordered spam teriyaki and they were out. I was told I could wait 30 minutes which I did and they gave me their spam masubi and blamed me for ordering incorrectly. Instead of making things right I was told they couldn't make my order because they had a long line. I asked for a refund and my kids and I left disappointed. Very poor customer service.

The star of Clover Bakery is their freshly made onigiri, for sure. I've stopped by the bakery a couple of times (would be much more, if I lived closer) and tried their bread items, sandwiches and onigiri and it's definitely the latter that stands out. During the most recent time I had stopped by a little before 9am on Sunday, 9/29/2024, there were about 8 customers waiting in line and about 5 employees working. The employee who helped to ring up my order was very nice and cheerful, which was awesome. I noticed that everyone in line before me including myself ordered their onigiri and I could easily see why - these are freshly made with a bunch of different choices for fillings. I really enjoyed the Ikura Salmon from the first time, so I ordered that again and it was just as good as I had remembered. The nori is separated from the rice in a plastic sleeve and the entire plastic wrapper is easy, smooth and straightforward to remove, unlike the ones from Nijiya which are a pain to open smoothly and you end up with torn sheets of nori, due to the adhesive label on their plastic covers. There's enough of the Ikura Salmon inside the onigiri without it being overwhelming and it's not so little that it's stingy - I do wish there was a bit more filling, but I could see how anything more and the price would have to go up. Though I do have to admit the $4.25 price for each of the Ikura Salmon is a bit steep compared to what you can find at a combini in Japan, I don't know of any place in the South Bay that has this combo available without having to order through a restaurant. Definitely eat this either right after you buy it, or within at the most 1-3 hours as it just won't taste as fresh if it's many hours later or the next day and you don't want to be microwaving this, as onigiri is not meant to be microwaved - nor do you want to place it in the fridge as the rice will just get hard. Best to eat it freshly made! If you're craving onigiri, then I most highly recommend stopping by Clover Bakery and go there early as their onigiri sells out if you go late!

Got the shrimp sandwich, crab roe bun Miso pork onigiri and custard cornette. The cornette was so good I finished it before taking a picture. The cornette bread had sprinkle of rock sugar on top which made the bread a little crunchy. It was filled with a really really good custard; thicker in texture but somehow light. The bread was soft and on a sweeter side. Wish I got more than one so have to go back for this for sure. The Shrimp sandwich also had a soft sweet bread. The thin shrimp patty was coated with bread crumb type coating but don't underestimate the flavor. The coating was pretty tasty on its own with its salty flavor balancing the sweet bread. The crab roe bun was a lot saltier. Its sweet bread was topped with generous imitation crab and mayo salad which was topped with fish roe. Again the protein balanced the bread's flavor. The Miso pork onigiri was ok. Could use more filling. They have a big selection of onigiris. Mots of their bread products are priced reasonably at less than $4. All were in generous portions. There was a line around 1pm on a Thursday but it moved quickly. Staff were nice. Small store but they let their products speak for their store. Parking may be tough during peak lunch hours.

Mini-Strawberry Custard Danish: 10/10 (flaky puff pastry). Pear and Cream cheese Danish: 9.5/10 (giant pear, what's not to love)). Spaghetti Bread: 8.5/10 (reminds me of jollibee spaghetti). Apple Danish: 8.5/10 (excellent flavor, but a bit too much granulated sugar. Peaches and Cream Danish: 8/10 (good, but not as big as the pear danish). Bag of Plain Croissants: 7/10 (excellent bang-for-buck, 5 croissants for around $3-4, soft and fluffy too). Beef Curry Bread: 3/10 (strange flavor, burnt, but somewhat passable). Spicy Tuna Bread: 1/10 Way, way too spicy!!!. Mashed Potato Croquette bread: 1/10 (very strange flavor).

One of my favorite spots in SJ! I always come to Clover whenever I am staying in SJ for a while. Parking is easy since it is in the same plaza as Mitsuwa. I love their onigiris and their strawberry cake!! I always pick up some onigiris in the morning before I go about my day. I always get their tuna mayo onigiris. I appreciate how the rice is still warm when you get them. My friends who were visiting from SoCal also enjoyed the bakery whenever I brought them to Clover. We love the variety of onigiri flavors they have. We recently bought their small strawberry cake to share amongst 6 people and it was very fresh and moist which is how we like our cakes! My experiences with Clover has always been good and will continue to keep on coming back!