Hollycake House

In full transparency we were originally going to another diner. The wait there was very long so we…read moreleft and by happenstance stumbled upon this gem. Best accident ever! The food? delicious! Stuffed French toast & 2 eggs over easy with home fries and Jamaican Toast. The service? Personable and attentive. We will absolutely be back. I almost don't want anyone else to know how good the food is because I don't want to have to walk into a "wait" but they deserve the praise. 100!

Food was good, however the waiter acted like he was upset that there were patrons there. Did not…read moresay a word. There were 3 tables with 2 people at each table. Could not even say welcome or anything! When we left he could not even say thank you! Will not be back as the atmosphere was NOT what I expected at all.

Breakfast Wrap with a lil ketchup

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Quigley's Cafe

4.8(4 reviews)

3.8 mi

Very cute new place to sit and enjoy a coffee. I got a hot chocolate. After I ordered, I was…read morelooking around and saw the frappe sign. That was what I was really looking for. I should have asked but sometimes I'm too quiet for my own good, lol. The hot chocolate was very good though. I'll definitely be here again. I'll try a frappe. :) They also had bagels, cupcakes, cookies and bubble tea.

Love the coffee and boba drinks. Kids love coming here for ice cream in the summer as well. Will be…read moreback

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Village Bakery & Cafe - Pittsford

4.0(347 reviews)

2.1 mi

Village bakery and cafe is always great! This location in Pittsford is super convenient-- right…read morenext to Main Street and across the street from the library. It's often busy during peak hours, but I've always been able to find a spot on the patio. The patio is nice, tucked in next to the building. There's often some shade from the building over the tables. Everything that I've ever gotten from VBC has been delicious. The strawberry bliss cooler is my go-to since it's similar to a Starbucks strawberry açaí refresher, but the ingredients are simpler and the caffeine comes from green tea! I love to get a strawberry bliss cooler and an egg sandwich for brunch. My favorite egg sandwich was the Lilly, but since that has been discontinued, I build a similar sandwich with BYO.

Very rich and decadent food and flavors. Quick service. Coffee made to order and delicious…read more Laid back atmosphere and cozy for working.

1 or 2 indoor dining areas

Thanksgiving sandwich

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Luigis

4.5(4 reviews)

0.3 mi

Great little spot for coffee and a pastry. Wife and I stopped in from out of town, the owner…read morecouldn't have been nicer, coffee was delicious - cappuccino and a cortado.

I saw an "Open Today" sign and I like to support local business so I stopped in. There were a…read morecouple customers getting coffee and chatting. I looked around at the swag, local soaps and pastries while I waited. I noticed the building is fully accessible, no steps to get inside and room for a wheel chair/walker to fit at any of the tables. A one-person bathroom is available too. Chris greeted me warmly and told me they've been open since October but are not usually open on Mondays - she's open today for the eclipse! There were donuts and cookies from local bakeries, but I refrained and only ordered my latte. She has whole milk, skim milk, oat or almond milk as well as flavors. Chris has a latte art maker and added a special "solar eclipse 24" design to my latte - very cool! I will definitely stop back for another latte and a treat! Great

Locally made baked goods

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A cortado and a cappuccino, delicious.

Junction 361

The coffee was really great, definitely recommend their lavender syrup. So yum. They were so sweet…read moreand the service was amazing even during canal days, likely one of their busiest weekends of the year. Definitely recommend!

Ordered a harvest salad and the chicken was clearly from a package. They also forgot to add feta,…read morea critical ingredient. And they don't answer their phones.

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Large Breakfast Pizza

Steven James Coffee

4.3(23 reviews)

0.5 mi

I just happened to see this place today and had to stop and try it. I loved that they had outside…read moreseating. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted with a friendly hello. I wish I wasn't full. I would've tried one of their sandwiches. I enjoyed a chai latte and it tastes absolutely delicious. This place is a must try if you're in the East Rochester area

This coffee shop is amazing! It's a great place to sit & catch up on work while enjoying the…read moreamazing food or drinks, or a nice spot to catch up with a friend. A multi-purpose coffee shop! The staff is so friendly & service is usually prompt, even when it's busy. I am a huge fan of every single breakfast item on the menu here, especially the breakfast sandwiches. The cold brew is a great option for a regular drink and I loveeee the Nutella Bliss Latte. Awesome stop in East Rochester! Be sure to check out the wall art on your left as you're leaving, or on your right as you're entering.

Grilled Chicken BLT with cucumber salad

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Lots of room to work remotely, there's even another area with more seating

Tree Town Cafe

4.2(127 reviews)

2.4 mi

Stopped by Tea Tree Cafe today and had a great experience! I ordered an iced coffee with almond…read moremilk and vanilla, and it was perfectly balanced--just the way I like it - not overly sweet. For food, I grabbed the Ziggy Wrap with bacon and avocado. It was delicious; everything tasted sooo good, especially the oranges on the side!! The staff were super friendly and made the whole visit easy and welcoming. I loved the options of sweet and salty that they have displayed (I was tempted by everything) Definitely a solid spot - will be back!

I've only been to this place a few times but every single time it gets better and better. From the…read morecoffee to the food, everything is made fresh and quickly. The service is amazing and staff is always friendly. The interior is stunning and they did a beautiful job with this place! I will continue to come back and anyone who is looking for great coffee & a nice spot to visit, this is the place!

4.6 mi•Culver University East

A rare moment with no customers in the picture. All sorts of great stuff!

Very Cool Place

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Montgomery Court

4.6(28 reviews)

Tasty sandwich. Interesting drink (lemon bar latte). Helpful staff. This is a cute shop that wasn't…read moresuper crowded. Will go a million more times.

This coffee shop is lovely and is roomier inside than it looks. Love that there is ample outdoor…read moreseating as well on the quiet end of Park Ave. I love the decor and ambiance inside - dozens of large plants by the door soaking up the sun and beautiful art made out of books on the walls! I visited at 9 AM on a Wednesday and saw many people working on laptops but it was relatively quiet and relaxing. I didn't have an opportunity to order a drink but the breakfast sandwich I ordered was pretty good. I'm looking forward to coming back to try a smoothie and a coffee!

6.5 mi•East End, Center City

Counter space.

Rivers & Roads

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16oz Latte

Ugly Duck Coffee

4.6(171 reviews)

A short line but was greeted with a smile and asked how my day was, which was nice. He happily…read morefilled up my water and I got the spring special (Orange Channel) hot with almond milk. The foam was sensational and sooooo smooth. Well balanced and super yummy. Highly recommend. The inside is small, cozy, quaint.

They do not have consistent gluten-free pastries, or celiac friendly items if that's what you're…read morelooking for ! We were and came in the morning. From the reviews and website led us to believe that and when we got here, there was no options, just be forewarned. Honestly probably better to call ahead and make sure if you're looking for a specific gluten-free items!

Seating in the back half of the cafe, there are about 3 or 4 more tables towards the front.

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Pandamonium Coffee

5.0(5 reviews)

4.5 mi•Browncroft

Pandamonium is a creative coffee spot where unexpected combinations yield some extremely delicious…read moredrinks! On my first visit, I had the unfortunate timing to arrive late in the morning after a huge rush of locals had pretty much wiped out all their specials. Except one: a coffee drink with fish sauce. You read that correctly. FISH SAUCE. Like the kind you put on a savory Asian dish. It wasn't what I wanted, but the person making the coffees talked me into it because, as noted, they were literally out of almost everything else. I thought, well, I do like fish sauce, and maybe it just adds an umami kick, the way salt on caramel amps up the richness of a dessert. And I was not disappointed! In fact, it was delightful and very easy to drink! From that point, I felt pretty much hooked. These folks know their flavor combos and despite how 'weird' some might sound, they just work. My current obsession is their miso gourd-core on their fall menu - sort of like a savory pumpkin spice latte - delicious. I also love the golden nugget with turmeric maple syrup and clove. Really good. I have not tried anything else here food-wise (i.e. no cookies, smoothies or other nibbles), but usually pair my coffee with something delectable from next door at Jens Artisan - such as a quiche, mini cheesecake or cinnamon roll.... I'm a fan. And I highly recommend trying something outside of your comfort zone!

Stopped by here on a whim and was pleasantly surprised! The inside is a bit small but there's…read moreseating if you want to stop and sit. I ordered the chaga latte which I've never had before but really enjoyed the rich flavor. As a non coffee drinker, I liked all the tea latte options and would love to try the others in the future!

Iced latte

Aporia beans!

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