New City Cafe & Roastery
441 Parsells Ave, Rochester, NY
Crema's Take
“New City Cafe & Roastery is a Rochester gem where expertly pulled espresso and carefully crafted pour overs take center stage, with lattes that locals rave taste balanced and genuinely delicious rather than sugar-forward. Beyond the coffee, what sets this place apart is its visible commitment to community—they intentionally hire and mentor young adults from the neighborhood, feature local artwork throughout their beautiful space, and direct profits back to the community, all while serving standout breakfast sandwiches and fresh bagels that match the care they put into every cup.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Wifi.
Google Reviews
Absolutely love this place. Their lattes are hands down the best I've had - perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, and you can actually taste the espresso. On top of that, they look amazing every time. The prices are unbeatable, especially for the quality you get. Everyone here…
Let me start by mentioning New City Cafe & Roastery is definitely unique in hiring young adults from the neighbourhood and giving them the opportunity to learn some skills. What a fantastic ethos! The interior is full of earthy tones which exudes warmth. With cushioned window…
Great friendly service from the staff, and the Parsells breakfast sandwich on a croissant was yummy. The cafe is beautiful with lots of local artwork and window seating, and I love how they are connected with local ministry work.
One of the best bagels I’ve had in awhile. Pour over coffee was as fresh as it gets. Kind staff. Plenty of seating. Profits give back to the community. Highly recommend.
Went to Rochester Airport to pick up family early in the morning and headed to New City Cafe. Atmosphere and staff amazing. All made to order so it maybe slower than what you may want. We were not in a hurry so enjoyed and everything was good. Relaxing, peaceful and friendly. …
Crema Reviews
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