Java's Cafe

16 Gibbs St, Rochester, NY

★★★★★4.6(1,380 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Java's Cafe draws a devoted crowd with its espresso-focused menu and genuinely personable staff who make regulars feel seen, though their recent switch to premade chai has disappointed longtime fans of their made-to-order version. The spacious, art deco-filled space near the music school creates the perfect vibe for lingering over a pour over or cappuccino, with a cozy hipster aesthetic that fills Saturday afternoons with a lively mix of students and coffee enthusiasts. While their espresso drinks shine more consistently than some other offerings, the real magic here is in the warm hospitality—particularly from staff members who've mastered the art of making customers feel genuinely welcome.”

What to expect

Pour overSlow sitTraditional drinksEspresso focused

Google Reviews

Julio Perez
★★★★★2 months ago

I came on a Saturday at 4:45pm and the place was packed. Good chai though. Definitely has the hipster feel.

Emily Daniels
★★★★★2 months ago

Super disappointed they don’t make their chai like they used to! It used to be the best chai I’ve ever had when they did it made to order but they switched to a premade version and it pales in comparison unfortunately. Great coffee shop but that’s disappointing as it was the main reason I went!

Liza Pavlova
★★★★★2 months ago

Most of the employees are great. The man who serves the sandwiches is very pleasant and personable. He's probably got the best customer connections ive ever seen. Give him a raise he keeps the cafe so tidy.

bri
★★★★★11 months ago

ordered a mocha latte to go and it was perfectly made! the cafe is super cute and cozy. the baristas were so nice and personable. would go back!

Khayriyyah Mohd Hanafiah
★★★★★2 years ago

Very nice spacious cafe with lots of interesting art deco, close to music school so interesting for people watching as well. The cappuccino I had was meh, but my husband said his espresso was good. We had a strawberry lemon tart that was tasty. Oatmeal raisin cookie was solid, ginger molasses was fine (my husband enjoyed it, I’m not a fan), the chocolate chip was a letdown. Still an enjoyable experience though.

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