Albany is the 338th largest city in the US. Jacob Alejandro would be right at home in some of the…read morelargest cities! The vibe is impeccable, truly comfortable and well designed! The staff were professional, pleasant, and coffee/tea focused! My wife enjoyed a black tea chai latte and I loved the reserve pour over coffee experience! I order pour over pretty much every time it's available at a coffee shop. Jacob Alejandro's pour over service is pretty much ceremonial! They serve it on a tray. The tray has the "pitcher", a glass for service, and a glass of palate cleansing jade tea in the middle. (I did have to ask what the jade tea was) The palate cleanse was the perfect start. The Costa Rican coffee was heavenly, one of those drinking experiences where even my amateur palate was engaged. It was truly nice to sit for a while and enjoy a great cup of coffee at Jacob Alejandro! Yes, they would fit in a larger city but smaller cities deserve great coffee also!

After going on a lovely walk through Albany's Washington Park on Easter Sunday, I noticed some…read moreactivity across the street at Jacob Alejandro. I was so surprised. Could they really be open on Easter Sunday? It seemed too good to be true. A great cup of caffeine was just what I needed at that very moment. So my friend and I crossed Madison Avenue and peeked into the tinted windows. Not only were they open, but the place was bustling. The inside of Jacob Alejandro is elegant and beautifully decorated. Furniture, plants, music and wall art are arranged to set moods. It feels more like a club than a coffee house. The baristas are super friendly, helpful and patient. As I tried to make up my mind on what to order, they offered suggestions. I wound up with matcha. I think my friend had some kind of latte. I remember both beverages were delicious. They were made to be savored slowly. We took in our surroundings and it was very relaxing. We'll visit again. Thanks Jacob Alejandro for a nice experience.

I had a wonderful first experience here! It was super cute inside with authentic local charm. I…read morewalked in and was immediately greeted! When I explained that I drive by all the time but it was my first time in, they welcomed me and thanked me for my business! They were very gracious when I needed a few minutes to review the menu and answered all my questions with enthusiasm. I just couldn't believe how good the service was! I ordered the Lox bagel sandwich, I believe it is called the Fisherman on a toasted onion bagel with a Chai tea latte. They have an impressive selection of cream cheese flavors available (I chose the bacon scallion) and they loaded my sandwich with delicious fresh veggies! Both my sandwich and my latte were absolutely wonderful! I was honestly shocked how on point everything was! No criticism and no critiques, please just keep up the good work and the food quality and I will be back soon! If you are like me and keep on driving past this place, I highly encourage you to stop in and show this local spot some love!

Their coffee is always good. Their bagels used to be bigger, though! Lately, they seem to have been…read moredownsized. A venue with unique decor in the heart of Ballston Spa. The prices are a bit high, but the service is friendly. I believe it's a local family-run business.

Checked out their new location in Troy and the space is beautiful and much more open than their…read moreprevious spot! I had the hibiscus iced tea with lemon mint syrup and it was delicious and not too sweet, perfect for a hot day! Definitely one of the best coffee spots in the Capital Region.

First time visit, the decor is moody with a deep hunter green hue covering 98% of the space…read moreincluding the ceiling and golden hardware highlights. The sitting space if I'm being honest is kind of tight with chairs backed up against the display divider for the line/counter ordering area. The benches up against the wall opposite counter are beautiful and force good posture. There were also some window spots I'd definitely aim for next time. The counter person was delightful no complaints. Explained the drinks and didn't rush us. We came later morning on Saturday, most of the bakery items were sold out. But what we got was amazing, a nice mixture of scones, perfection. I appreciated the mixture of small morsels, it included flavors that I would not have tried otherwise. I got a cream brûlée latte as suggested classic with a hint of sweetness, standard with double shot of espresso. My wife got a mocha variety definitely much richer. The art on top was also a nice highlight. As other reviews mentioned prices were not listed but this is definitely a specialty place so expect a higher price than a pump your own coffee express station. But also I rather give my money to a local place than a huge mass marketed place thats serving half the quality.

An update. Today's breakfast at about 9am: Coffee Moca Cold…read moreBrew & Veggie Omelette Bagel. Service was fast. Served in seconds. Bagel was already made. See photos. Industrial chic decor with some new plants. Cold brew was more coffee than I needed and the Moca gave it a bit of a gritty texture. FYI. I ate half of the bagel for breakfast and the other half for lunch. My $18 meal went a long way. My daughter, who joined me for breakfast noticed there is a condiments counter complete with pickled vegetables and hot banana peppers. I added them into my bagel sandwich which really gave it a kick.

Awesome coffee and a nice spot to eat or get some work done!…read more I stopped by on a weekday and decided on the Pistachio Iced Latte, which they serve in a can. It's a fun way to grab and go before walking downtown. The coffee was delicious and not too sweet. They have breakfast sandwiches and pastries that I need to return for. They have a large open air seating area too. The staff was friendly and it's a welcome new coffee shop downtown!

Nitro!!!! They serve Nitro Coffee and it's terrific!!! Most places don't serve Nitro & if they do…read moreit's not so good. It has a thick and lasting head. Second Wind has a classic reto ambience second to none! Will always stop in when in Johnstown.

Nice, calming setting, but I was greatly disappointed with their coffee. I ordered a regular hot…read morelatte, but it was barely tolerable, tasting burnt. Service was good, as was everything else, but their coffee was terrible. Too bad!

This place is wonderful and just what the area needed. I've been I believe at least 6 times now,…read moreeach time I've had a great experience. The coffee drinks and sandwiches are good. Personally love the lattes and the Sunrise panini. The scones (when available) and raspberry cookies are also awesome. Can't speak to the teas, but they have a huge selection if that's your preference. There's something for everyone for sure! In addition the ambiance is nice, while also being family friendly. The owners are also very kind, it's clear they love what they do and are passionate about it. They share pertinent things about their hours, menu, etc. on their socials, so I suggest following them on Facebook and Instagram. They just added later hours with added menu items. Overall, highly recommended!

This is my second review! I truly love this spot and I look forward to taking a walk on the trail…read morenext to the parking lot, one day after my studies. I had quiche and a dirty chai. You will see from the photos how lovely that was. I normally like my chai's to be a tad bit thicker/creamier, but it was tasty, filled with spices, made with love, served with a smile... And, I would get it again - as is. Please note the saffron on top! This chai was made with care. If I did not get the quiche, I would try a scone and I have no doubt that it would be great. I really like the wooden decor. I look forward to coming with family and friends soon. I highly recommend Steep'd. Great service, yummy eats, and such a comfortable space.

Food always excellent. Iced tea with bergamot - excellent. Iced coffee fantastic. Service fast…read moreand efficient. Staff friendly. Warm and cozy environment. The bagels are delish, the sandwiches big enough to get two decent meals if not a huge eater. Salads - crisp and delicious. My Happy Place.

The newest location of uncommon grounds in Delmar, New York:…read more The staff is good attentive and quick. The food is reasonably priced and good. They recreated the look and feel of the other stores which is comfortable. Lots of booths and tables. A nice seating area in the middle with a low table and chairs. This is a frequent haunt of mine when I drive into the office.

Professor Java's was one of the first businesses I reviewed on Yelp. But shame on me for not…read morefollowing up when their Wolf Rd. site closed. I didn't realize they had reopened until I saw them next to the relocated Penzey's. Hooray! Two things I miss from the old location are the ability to buy coffee beans, and the more eclectic layout. No worries about the beans these days. Their new site is a much more regular layout, but it's more than adequately compensated by a very relaxed and cozy atmosphere, with more space behind the counter to prepare foods. And that counter holds a lot of other confections as well. Their regular coffee is a bit mild, but there's so many other options if you want to vary your coffee's strength and flavor. I liked the variety of teas available too (mostly hot, but some iced). Service is attentive, and your orders come out quickly. This remains a great alternative to other fast food options along Wolf Rd.

Class is in session!…read more I needed to find my morning Java fix while in Albany and Professor Java's Coffee Sanctuary was just the spot for my coffee education. Walking in, this spot is a mad scientist lab. Large roasters are front and center, this isn't a classroom but a coffee laboratory! Nice folks behind the counter greeted me each morning as I placed my order. The roast on their coffee had me coming back daily. You might say it was my (pinkie to lip) Coffee Sanctuary?? Professor Java? You earned that title, I enjoyed my daily visits.