Founders Cafe

13 S Fitzhugh St, Rochester
(585) 770-1721

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Joe Sergio

Have to say I was disappointed when I went there a few days ago.

Ordered a sandwhicfobut asked for no honey mustard. This is my normal sandwich, and it is always so good. However, the woman taking the order was more concerned with her side conversation and not me. She missed the no honey mustard. I returned the sandwich when I realized the error. Everyone was very confused because the order in the system did not say anything, so I told the new girl that the person taking the order must have missed it, but I don't eat mustard.

They finally agreed to remake it. However, the 2nd "panini" came out basically kind of warm. It was not crunchy, nor did it have any ridges like you get from putting it in a press. So I think they just tossed something together and used the microwave to heat it up.

Very disappointing experience that they made an error and treated me like I was doing something wrong, and they were upset with it.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 2

Barbara Gallo

I love founders cafe! I utilize the app to order and my food is always done on time. The employees are all super nice. The inside is very clean and plenty of space to sit inside or outside patio tables. Never gotten a bad meal from here and very reasonable priced for the portion!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rachel Marcello

From food to service this cafe exceeds! The cafe offers a huge menu. You can get breakfast or lunch all day. The drinks were very good, again a wide selection of flavored lattes and teas. There’s truly something delicious for everyone. Parking was easy on the street on a weekend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karl Gielenfeldt

My friend and I had lunch here today. Classic Caesar salad, and. Founders salad with chicken. Both were delicious.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Ganesh Panchapagesan

Organic standards of food and coffee! Great taste and healthy!

Dietary restrictions: Allergic to vinegar and food colors

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Chicken Caprese

Susan Staples

Wow! Just discovered Founders, and very sad that I didn't find it sooner! Amazing menu, great staff and a wonderful atmosphere in an historic building.
Remember that this place is extremely busy, and your wonderful food is made to order. Be patient. Definitely worth the wait, or pre-order on their app.
Highly, highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Matt tS

If you want an EXCELLENT meal, get the chicken pesto panini with their iced mocha

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sara Bond

Picked this place randomly while visiting from out of town and was so glad! The food was delicious, service was excellent and the atmosphere in general is super cool. The building is historic and it’s so nice to see something new using old buildings like this instead of tearing them down. I had oatmeal (just the right amount of brown sugar and cinnamon) and my mom had the avocado toast which she told me was delicious also.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

emma burke

Very nice staff, super attentive. I’m very picky with my Iced caramel macchiatos but this one was very good with no complaints. Good for the price too! The JEF panini was also very tasty and would definitely get again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fernanda Espiritusanto

BEST SANDWICHES EVER!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lisa C. Burke

Excellent food and good coffee! Very friendly staff. Highly recommend visiting .

Brian Grim

Exactly what it should be. Had the roasted veg salad. It's way better than I thought it could be. Staff is great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

i69m

Foods good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Katie Gotay

Kid-friendliness: Would like to have kids options to eat.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Soup

Erin C

I’ve never seen people work so hard! This place is like a well oiled machine. And they’re nice too! Came here for lunch just now and I’m so impressed. Ordered this weeks special, the lobster roll. And an iced oat milk latte. Both were delicious. The lobster roll was amazing. I can’t even explain how good it was. As I was waiting for my food the paninis they were bringing out looked really good and the salad too. Chicken looked high quality on the salad. Highly recommend this place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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