30 Best Coffee Shops in Rochester

“We stopped at Cafe Steam this afternoon for the first time. I had the absolute best iced chai tea latte I’ve ever had. Nothing compares. The hot tea was spot on as well. Definitely a must-stop at place in a Rochester. Excellent, friendly service as well.“

“Great coffee and friendly, helpful staff who care about their products and customers! We look forward to returning soon.“

“Wanted to take a moment to recognize the staff at the Caribou near Costco. The coffee is always amazing and orders come out quick — but what really makes this place special is the service. The staff are so friendly and genuinely welcoming every single time I come in. You guys rock!“

“I like their caramel macchiato, it's sweet!! Also the staff is so kind & knowledgeable.“

“I normally go to the peace plaza location, but finally tried the commerce location. All the locations have great staff, but the women who helped me yesterday were in a league of their own. Definitely someone I would want to get a drink with. So friendly and real.“

“We stopped at Cafe Steam this afternoon for the first time. I had the absolute best iced chai tea latte I’ve ever had. Nothing compares. The hot tea was spot on as well. Definitely a must-stop at place in a Rochester. Excellent, friendly service as well.“

“I love caribou. It’s better than any other coffee shop we have here in Rochester. I’m not from the Midwest originally, so when I go home to visit it’s hard to find anything that compares. I hope you move out more west soon! A couple hundred in every state!

Dietary restrictions: I think it’s great how if you order in the app you don’t get charged for dairy free options. It’s not our fault that we are lactose intolerant or have allergies to things. I wish they would make it in store as well!“

“The best part about this coffee shop is the atmosphere! The big green plants and the extra seating within the greenhouse make this place especially attractive in the winter when you are craving seeing alive vegetation versus the cold tundra outside“

“where the apostles meet for coffee!“

“Cute little coffee shop that is located in the heart of downtown! Got the matcha latte and the mango smoothie and both were delicious! Service was fast but it could be due to it beinWas there for a college tour and wanted to go back to get another drink before we left but didn’t have time. Will definitely go back when I’m back in Rochester!“

“Beautiful inside and the desserts we tried were phenomenal! By far the best bakery I’ve ever been to! Decadent, amazing flavor, perfect in every way!“

“I visited Spyhouse Coffee Roasters in Rochester on a quiet Sunday morning, and it instantly stood out as a refined, intentional space that takes coffee seriously. From the moment I stepped in, the aroma of freshly ground beans and the clean, modern aesthetic created a calm and inviting atmosphere. The space is beautifully designed—minimalist yet warm, with large windows that flood the room with natural light, perfect for a slow morning or catching up on reading.

I ordered a single-origin pour-over and a croissant, and both exceeded expectations. The coffee was exceptionally well-brewed—bright, layered, and clearly sourced with care. The baristas were friendly but not overbearing; they knew their craft and were happy to explain the tasting notes. I also appreciated that they offered alternative milk options and had a thoughtful, small menu of pastries that paired well with their drinks.

What I loved most about Spyhouse was its balance between sophistication and comfort. It’s not just a place to grab a quick coffee—it invites you to stay, sip, and enjoy the experience. Whether you’re a coffee enthusiast or just want a beautiful spot to unwind in Rochester, Spyhouse delivers both in quality and atmosphere. I’ll definitely return next time I’m in town.
Note: Tipping is important here, if you don't tip they don't serve you as a best customer.“

“We stopped at Cafe Steam this afternoon for the first time. I had the absolute best iced chai tea latte I’ve ever had. Nothing compares. The hot tea was spot on as well. Definitely a must-stop at place in a Rochester. Excellent, friendly service as well.“

“Zach is such a great guy always has a smile always says good morning and have a good day. His customer service is out of this world. He makes a point to remember something about the people who are regular customers. I hope he receives some kind of employee recognition because I would totally nominate him. Zach is at the subway shop if the clinic buildings.“

“😌I've been frequently getting my morning cuppa from Caribou (S.E.) for a long time!!.... I feel like family!! ... Y' all are so patient when I'm still slow , getting myself going in the early hours of the morning 🌅!!.. Thanks Caribou!!“

“I've tried a few pumpkin lattes from various locations in the past week and Caribou has the best tasting pumpkin latte of them all. Very enjoyable.

Parking: The parking lot has lines on the pavement where you are expected to drive and stop your vehicles within the lines for an orderly arrival and departure process. It worked well for me.“

“I go here 3-4 times per week for an ice (frappe) coffee drink, the drinks are great and the service is fast and friendly, their thirsty Thursday deal is phenomenal, I order the drink of my choice, do my shopping and the drink is ready when I get back to the counter.“

“I visit this drive-through when I am leaving my doctor’s appointments in Rochester. I’m usually exhausted and need to pick me up. The last two times I have gone through the drive-through, it’s been the same young gal. Her enthusiasm and joy to be running the window and interacting with me is super obvious. I can only imagine she leaves such a positive impression on everyone who visits. I don’t know her name, yet is worth recognizing. She ran the window 12/15 at 2:30pm ct.“

“Always my favorite place for a healthy sweet treat! The best customer service and so many options, no matter your dietary needs! 10/10 🫶🏻“

“Amazing options of food and drinks“

“best coffee stop of my day ♥️“

“Came here on a caffeine crawl. I felt very welcomed right when I walked in the door. Enjoyed the variety of coffee samples provided!“

“You are going to want to eat both breakfast and lunch/dinner here, trust me. Also, you will need a piece of coconut cake. Staff is friendly, socially distanced and the take out is just as good as eating in. Curbside pick up is nice as well.“

“Kara is the BEST ! Always going above and beyond to make sure my order is correct and that I always receive it correct from her store! All the other stores in Rochester seem to not know how to make this drink that is on the menu , and make it wrong in different ways every time but Kara always makes sure I get it right! That’s why I take my time to go to the mall location just to have her help because when my coffee is wrong , it really sucks :(“

“Love their coffee. It is so smooth. Need one in the twin cities area.😃“

“I NEVER order Starbucks, and I had an inkling on getting some coffee. Well being a total noob at this I asked the barista what she would suggest. And I have to say she knocked it out of the park!!! That salted carmel cold foam was to die for. So thank you barista for giving me a wonderful drink.“

“We own Midwest LifeShots Photography and recently had a fundraiser event in which all of our proceeds go to a local family in need. We reached out to Stam after a few others had turned us down and asked if they would be willing to donate some of their products to the families who were attending our event. They IMMEDIATELY got back to us with an enthusiastic YES!! They went above and beyond and donated a pack of medallions to each and every family. As fellow local business owners, it speaks VOLUMES to us when a business not only helps another business but doesn’t even think twice about helping the community. They will consistently have our support. Thank you!!!“

“Thank you for being open on labor day and SPECIAL THANKS TO the lovely baristas working this morning. They were so kind and the service was so fast! Glad I could keep them company on this quiet morning ☺️. Definitely one of my favorite Caribou Coffee locations. Keep up the great work ladies!“

“It was good I ordered the matcha green tea cooler it was so good with the caramel. The only thing that should be better is the time they close I went to carribue a few times in my neighborhood hood and it was closed. I go every morning sometimes night but it is always closed. Maybe you should think about closing around 8:00 in SE“