Rio Roast Coffee Shop
250 Commercial St, Worcester, MA
Crema's Take
“Tucked into Worcester, this cozy gem combines a genuine love for specialty coffee with an equally impressive commitment to inclusive eating—think creative breakfasts loaded with vegan and vegetarian options alongside stellar traditional drinks. The sprawling, plant-filled space feels like three cafes in one, with a coffee bar, intimate book-lined nooks, and restaurant-style seating that makes it equally perfect for a focused work session or lingering conversation. Regulars rave about the warm staff and the kind of unhurried atmosphere that actually makes you want to stay.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Loved Root and Press! Traveling cross country and just happened to stop in, I'm so glad we did. Food was delicious, service was friendly, and the book selection is impeccable. GO! We hope to be back the next time we head this way. Davison especially made our visit meaningful,…
Fiod was excellent. Had quinoa with fried rice half a d half with chicken. Id never tried quinoa before and I pleasantly enjoyed it. Serving was a good size, brought left over home. Parking is a hassle. But its worth the hassle. Servers were pleasant, polite like they truly are…
I LOVE this cafe and bookstore!! The staff are so welcoming and friendly, the vibe is great, and you can eat with a larger group on one side or just chill with a coffee on the other side, where there is an adorable independent bookstore. They are open later on Tues, Wed, Thurs…
This is a great place for breakfast, lunch, or to grab a yummy coffee. The menu offers vegan and gluten-free options in addition to regular fare. The plants & books add to the coziness of the space. The staff are friendly, informative, and helpful. I had the R&P Rizzler-two…
I truly can't praise Root and Press, and it's staff, enough. Everytime I go the food is spectacular, the service is amazing, and the vibe of the whole place just makes me feel so relaxed and comfortable Recently placed a really large order for some coworkers and It was a perfect…
I LOVED this place! So cute and cozy, a great place to chat or snuggle up with a book. I love how there’s multiple areas, a coffee bar type situation, tables amongst books, and even restaurant style seating with booths! So something for everyone :). The waiters were so kind and…
Crema Reviews
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