50 Best Cafes near East Rochester

“We love getting breakfast here and have never had a bad experience with their food! I can’t have eggs or potatoes and my son can’t have gluten - and there’s something for all of us! We also love their desserts.“

“Stumbled upon Steven James by accident and so happy I did! Great coffee and food selection, reasonable prices, and super cute atmosphere!“

“Fantastic staff, great food and drinks. It's become my go to coffee shop. Plus, the variety of books meant I got like 80% of my holiday shopping done in one trip“

“I’ve become quite the regular and there’s no shame in that. I’ve seen many different cat cafes and this one is by far the cleanest and most cared for. Can’t recommend it enough.“

“Live it all. From the service from the employees to the product! Always a 5 ⭐️“

“Food is always good. Always fresh and never an issue. Friendly staff as well.“

“Enjoyed a yummy breakfast from the Churchville Location. The bread was delicious and I love the red skin potatoes! The food was great!“

“Cutest shop around and everything is delicious! Love going on weekends for the breakfast sandwiches!“

“Part of my birthday present from my wife. Just a wonderful experience. We booked a full hour and it went by fast. Lovely kitties looking for forever homes (we wish we could take another one in right now). Will be back to get and give more kitty love.“

“Had a great experience here while visiting our son.......Great food....great coffee and friendly service!“

“Fast and quick service everyone was so friendly and told us about the drinks . Can't wait until we come again. Will be coming back and getting treats. It should have been called the Sweet Busy Bean cause your all so sweet!“

“Lots of delicious teas, shakes, and waffles on the weekend! Friendly and our go to place!“

“Stopped in today I’ve never been, but I was out that way. Amazing wrap and coffee was so good! Thank you for the friendly service!!!“

“I have been to CRUMPETS three or four times when I am visiting the Rochester area and every time it's amazing. I am moving to Rochester next month and I can't wait to eat crumpets more often!!!“

“If you’re looking for me, there’s a solid chance I’m at Collier’s—multiple times a week at this point (it’s fine, I’ve accepted it 😂). Truly one-of-a-kind, the best staff, the coziest atmosphere… it just hits every time. I always leave happier than I walked in, which says a lot before coffee. Thank you for making my mornings feel a little extra special 🤍“

“what a lovely Sunday brunch! wonderful food. crispy chicken with fabulous fries, cream of mushroom soup, cinnamon raisin French toast with real butter and maple syrup, plus pastrami hash. wonderful service from liza, cheerful. a perfect meal. thank you!!!“

“I have been visiting this place since it has opened in 2025 and the environment is very enjoyable. You can invite your family, friends, even a first date, and have a good time eating a wide variety of ice cream and drink some awesome drinks. The fall season apple cider slushie and the spring season strawberry lemonade has solidified a place in my heart. The owners are receptive to community feedback and are overall good company.

This place is a must try if you are in the area.“

“Such a cute little place offering healthy and tasty protein shake options! I’ve only been a few times, but my mom orders from here frequently and we both love it! The atmosphere is light and friendly, with a diverse menu and polite service. Support small businesses!“

“Some good news for a Sunday morning! Nancy and I have been isolating after a visit with our grandkids. We normally take our morning walk to Matilda’s for my red eye and Nancy’s cappuccino. This morning the doorbell rang and there was Gretchen from Matilda’s with our coffee! She said they missed us and wanted to check in with us! What a surprise! (She also brought an apple turnover (the best I have had)!) People, wherever you live, there are small businesses that depend on your support. In these difficult times, they need us more than ever. Please do what you can to create community wherever you live. Peace.“

“Great egg sandwich and cappuccino“

“We popped in to get a fancy coffee and weren’t disappointed. The owner was behind the counter and she was the sweetest lady, answered all of our questions and gave some very yummy recommendations. We just wish we hadn’t eaten breakfast yet because the food looked amazing!“

“The food and drinks were delicious. 10/10“

“Ordered 20 shakes today & they were delicious! First time ordering & had many happy coworkers. Appreciated the follow up email from the owner & will definitely be back & spread the word. Thank you for the healthy treat without the guilt!“

“I am a picky eater but I have had several different things from T’s and I have never been disappointed! They are also genuinely the nicest people! Also, the prices are very reasonable.“

“AMAZING love this place. I've been coming here since I was little with my grandma and just came today with my grandpa and mom and we had the BEST SOUP I've ever had. My mom loved her tuna melt and my grandpa and I loved our soups. Highly recommend and of course their Gelato is great.“

“My toddler loved her grilled cheese, and I really enjoyed my caprese sandwich. Great way to wrap up a day at the library--delicious food made fresh and in support of a terrific cause.“

“First time ever having iced chai but it was so good, kinda tasted like a s’more, Shirley temple was also really good :). I have yet to try any food but I’d imagine it’d taste just as good as their drinks. Their service is quick, especially for little things like drinks. The atmosphere is nice and the live music is pretty good.“

“Have debated going for months, the price adds up quickly for multiple people (myself and 3 kids) but finally decided to try it today. Such a cozy little place. Amazing selection of food and drinks, everything is customizable, very friendly employees, quality is absolutely worth the cost. Will definitely be back, probably frequently because I need to try alllll of the things 😁“

“Definitely delicious! If you’re in the area, definitely stop by! Highly recommend!“

“Java's is a Rochester gem. Friendly staff, lots of options on menu, warm inviting atmosphere. Big fan of this place.“

“Chill and creative atmosphere, excellent coffee and food. I love seeing goods and services from local artists on sale there, too!“

“Very good food. Quite a little cafe with a nice atmosphere. Burritos are popping.“

“Fast and quick service everyone was so friendly and told us about the drinks . Can't wait until we come again. Will be coming back and getting treats. It should have been called the Sweet Busy Bean cause your all so sweet!“

“I had my birthday/retirement celebration at I Square Wine Reserve Saturday night. Sara the event coordinator and Mike helped me make my plans. It was fabulous. Appetizers were delicious and the.Arancini’s were amazing. Everyone was complementing the chef. I was so happy to celebrate my special occasions there. A big thank you again to Mike and Sara and Olivia our bartender .👋👋👋“

“Sadly tucked away in a corner but amazing food. Old fashion cafe with the sign using board letters and numbers. Lovely lady’s and big portions. Atmosphere of the cafe room was beautiful with the windows looking out to the garden and spacious. Come here whenever your in the room for quiet space and lovely air“

“This was our first time enjoying a meal from this restaurant. I ordered the gramm burger with grilled vegetables and my husband, Mike had the duffy burger with the rosemary garlic fries. I also got a small side of sweet potato fries dusted with cinnamon with a side of honey. The hamburger's were cooked to our liking, the grilled vegetables were delicious, but the thick sweet potato fries were amazing!!😍😍 We did take out, but the interior is warm with an artisan flair. We will definitely eat here again with friends.“

“Affogato is very good and very good atmosphere“

“I went here yesterday for the first time, I tried the lavender vanilla iced coffee and it was absolutely amazing. I loved it so much I came back today and tried the lemon almond cookie iced latte and I was blown away by how delicious it was. I definitely vote this as my new favorite coffee drink anywhere. the barista, Collette is friendly, cool and was very helpful answering questions I had and made my drinks perfectly. I Will be a repeat customer from now on. I wish I had tried this place when I first heard of it, but no better time than now ✨“

“the space was absolutely beautiful and the owner is amazing. very great and friendly. service was phenomenal!“

“Just had these at the Public Market during the food truck rodeo. Easily the best apple cider donut I’ve ever had. And I lived on an apple farm growing up that made these types of donuts fresh everyday lol. Would highly recommend getting them and eating them hot!“

“May 17th, 2026 at about 5:30 PM, I went right up to the counter and ordered 2 Kids Burger Meals, only $8 for burgers, fries, and drink, and it was Next Door Bar & Grill quality, probably the same supplier and recipe, so absolute top level burger. I had a $7 chicken sandwich which was half way between a Popeyes and a Chik-Fil-A Sandwich. I ordered a Corona to drink. I asked for a lime wedge in it, and although they didn't have pre-cut limes, they ran over to produce and grabbed a lime, then brought me out a wedge on a separate plate. My wife had a full sized burger that she also enjoyed. The employees were friendly and they bussed the table like it was a full service restaurant. I am so happy the live music of the Burger Bar is gone and we can eat our meals and talk in peace. I have already been back in the 11 days since then.“

“Great quality Coffee. Highly recommend.“

“The most significant and iconic building of Rochester is The Times Square Building, which is a historic landmark that stands as an iconic part of the city's skyline. Originally constructed in 1929, this art deco skyscraper is known for its distinctive design and has played a significant role in Rochester's architectural and commercial history.“

“Always amazing and Charlene and Sarah are mad scientists with their flavor combinations. 10 out of 10 as our kids would say!“

“I met Amy at the Southwedge Farmers Markets and grabbed some of her original dill pickles. Simply wonderful, light, tasty and delicate. Literally these are the best pickles I have ever tasted. Give her a call or stop by the Southwedge Farmers market on Gregory Street, Thursdays between 4-7PM or better yet go and visit her at Ludwig's Center Stage Cafe. Its time for all of us to get back to living life and supporting the businesses that make Rochester unique, + the best pickles ever. I promise you won't be disappointed.“

“Came in here to get some breakfast and coffee while waiting for a family member to have outpatient surgery. I was a little hesitant due to the poor reviews but that was unfounded. The atmosphere feels a little weird like it’s meant to be an office not a coffee shop but there was comfortable seating and I spent most of my time waiting during the surgery here. The coffee is Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters. I ordered a caramel macchiato which was excellent. I also had a little pizza bagel thing that was delicious. The staff working were lovely and my order was made super quick.“

“Love this place and find myself there a few times per month. The food never disappoints! Outstanding flavor. Always fresh. Love that there is always something new to try (but then I also miss some of my favorites that don’t make it back on the menu). Highly recommended!“

“My passion for coffee shops is still alive and kicking and Canaltown Coffee Roasters didn’t dampen that passion. It’s nice to visit a real coffee roaster’s.

Val was fantastic. For my partner Val recommended a Cuban Double Espresso and that Plant Milk was the best alternative for the Apple Dirty Chai. He thoroughly enjoyed his drinks.

I ordered the Caramel Spice Latte and it was delicious.

The service was good. There is plenty of seating indoors and a few tables outside. Loved the cute fresh flower arrangements on the tables.

A very chilled out cafe with friends chatting away and people working quietly on laptops.

There is plenty of parking.“