This was our last stop as we were on our way out of Canton/Postdam area. Could not pass up considering the high ratings and rave reviews from other Yelpers. Also looking at their seasonal drinks my wife and I knew we needed to stop in. Plenty of street parking available right nearby so unless they are super busy you should be good. Once you walk in they had a board sign with all the seasonal specials. It was quite a large space with a good amount of seating with some more comfy seating like the couch and then plenty of tables too. Near where you order they have a baked good display with the daily offerings from a I suspect local bakery. They do appear to offer breakfast sandwiches but only on the weekend. Baked goods wise my wife grabbed a blueberry muffin and I grabbed some sort of apple cinnamon roll. Drink wise my wife got their Pumpkin S'more Steamer and I got the Loganberry Cobbler Cold Brew. My cinnamon roll was delicious, while my wife's muffin was not that great and didn't taste that fresh unfortunately. Drink wise both were phenomenal! My wife's even came topped with a homemade marshmallow and my had a great amount of flavor of a fruit that I am not use to seeing (popular in this area though and I can see why). Besides seasonal they also have all the drinks you'd expect from a coffee shop. Absolute no brainer to stop here if you are from the Potsdam area or visiting or even traveling through. If I were local to the area this would be my go to coffee shop! read more

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Good coffee in Potsdam. They sell coffee beans as well with lots of varieties. The space looks inviting to work out of or study from. There are pastries and breakfast sandies on the weekend. Warm service. read more

I love Jernabi so much. The vibe, the people, the COFFEE. If I could drink coffee from one place for the rest of my life, this would be it.

Great atmosphere, great products (at a premium but worth it), wonderful employees. I love going there to meet people, or to read / surf the web. One of my favorite places to be. read more

My FAVORITE place to study and write in undergrad! Super kind and friendly baristas and delicious drinks (not just coffee!) I love the plants and natural light in this space, plus the ample seating options and large tables. They also make the BEST chai latte I've ever had! It's the thing I miss most about living in the area. When I visited after a few months away and got one, I took one sip and actually started to try because I'd missed it so much! Super duper recommend Jernabi for anyone looking for a nice place to study, get some work done, or just enjoy a nice drink and maybe even a yummy pastry. Can't wait to visit again, Jernabi! read more

Best coffee in town! We love the vibe of the shop, the baristas (special shout out to Peter!), and the support of local items/business. -Miah/Abbey read more

Such a great coffee shop in Potsdam! Friendly staff and great, local coffee! The treats are also made locally and are super fresh and delicious. read more

Love the coffee here. We make sure to stop when we drop my son off at college, during our stay and right before we leave! Quality of the coffee is exceptional. Love that they have dairy free options. Have even ordered coffee online and had it shipped to us in NYC. read more

Always great coffee and baked goods! Bright atmosphere, great to catch up with a friend or do some work. Baristas are kind and thoughtful!

Good, fresh coffee and the money I spend there doesn't fund a cult. Location is good too.

Excellent coffee. Charming baristas. Great tables & chairs. A little pricey, but worth it.

Coffee? Ok but muffins aren't that great.. how about bagels, rolls, croissants? There's nothing there to buy.... read more

Really enjoy their wide selection of coffee beans. Nice and spacious atmosphere. Can't get enough of the Jernabi Coffeehouse blend. I highly recommend this place to relax, read and catch up with ppl. read more

Jernabi Coffeehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Potsdam, New York

The coffee is incredible and, if you like sweet drinks, they have caramel sauce! I drive 30 minutes out of the way to get here. I've been to shops all over the country and their cold brew is in my top 5. I haven't asked but I think this is a second wave shop. My stomach feels fine after a cup. read more

Not a good latte. Bought 2 double shot 12 oz lattes, the cup was half full. Asked the barista to add more milk. She added a pre-made brown liquid (not milk). Husband left with the other one, also not happy with it. Bummer. Ok I got up the nerve to ask her to remake mine because it was awful, and she did. The second one is much better. read more

Consistently excellent coffee. We have been buying from Jernabi for years and consider its coffee one of the best gifts we can share with others. A good gathering place with great daily soups. We also appreciate the wonderful staff and the business's contribution to the local community and to a more just world. MJ read more

I actually like the coffee and the service better at Jernabi's than its competitor. Sure it does not have the trendy moose head on the wall but I like my lattes HOT. Jernabi's has creative specials like the Golden Milk Latte which adds turmeric, ginger to create a drink that is like chai! There are a lot of big tables to study on or if you just want to enjoy your handcrafted drink, you can sit in the corner by the window. Jernabi's combines everything I love about NYC in a small town setting. read more

I have been coming to Jernabi for years. I love their coffee and their vanilla lattes. The baked goods are scrumptious and make sure to try the soups, especially the squash, sweet potato or pumpkin bisque. We get their coffee ground for home too. We are especially fond of Dark Star and Black Satin. MMMMmmmmm, to smell it fresh ground in the bag, amazing! The staff are always friendly and helpful. Thanks for being in Potsdam, makes it such a treat to live here. read more

By far the best coffee shop in Potsdam, baristas are super friendly and always helpful when you're not sure what you want. I personally love coming here to study or grab a coffee to chat with friends. My dog also loves their puppachinos. read more

Jernabi is a godsend for Potsdam locals, students, and visitors alike. Located on the banks of the Racquette River, Jernabi offers organic/FT coffee, lattes, baked goods, a soup du jour, and local artisan goods at very reasonable prices. I worked at this mom n' pop coffee parlor for a year before moving to CNY for grad school and since then, the owner has expanded the place to twice its original size! It's the perfect place to stop in and meet with friends, get a java fix, or tap into the free wifi and get some work done. Tim (the owner) also has a knack for hiring cheerful and eclectic baristas. Jernabi is definitely on my list of things I miss most about home. read more

My favorite coffee place in Potsdam, NY. I really enjoy going here, it's a great place for coffee & wifi. I usually get the lattes, but there's definitely some variation depending on who makes it. Overall, the people are friendly, the atmosphere is nice, the coffee is good, and it's open everyday. 4 stars! read more

Don't be alarmed that a non-coffee-drinker is writing a review for a coffee shop. Let it be a good sign. This place is awesome - I love that they roast their own coffee beans in-house and it always smells delicious when you go in. My friends give two thumbs up to their coffee's flavor and strength. As for non-coffee beverages, my favorite is their chai lattés, made with my favorite chai concentrate (Oregon Chai). They're very good about creating drinks to your needs, like replacing milk with soy milk. The room is small and narrow but nicely decorated, and they pretty much stick to drinks only, which I'm okay with. It's a nice place to stop into on your walk from Clarkson or when you're downtown and need something to warm you up. read more

Best coffee in town, live music is wonderfull and the atmosphere is very calm and inviting with Talented baristas! I asked the lady behind the counter for a london fog and she made me the best one ive had in a long time and when I mentioned how good it was she said it was her first one ever! A warm and welcoming pinacle buisness of the community, if youre ever in town be sure to stop by! read more

Perfect coffee shop to go to and do work for a bit as a college student - incredible coffee and their pastries and soups are always fresh!

I have been buying this delicious coffee for the better part of 7 years. I lived in Northern New York for a short time as my husband was stationed at Fort Drum. Wherever I move this coffee comes with me. When I'm not at home making it all other coffee is, just grose. Freshly roasted, organic and I grid a small amount at a time, can't get much better. read more

Baristas are always nice and the small selection of baked goods are very fresh. They have some limited sidewalk seating when the weather is warm (a few Adirondack chairs) but if they're taken you can always grab your drink and walk down by the river, too. If you're looking for a relaxing space to enjoy quality coffee/espresso drinks/tea, this is your spot! read more

This place is a beacon of light during these dark and stormy times. While everywhere else is out of everything you can always rely on them to welcome you with your favorite hot cup of brewed to perfection coffee and a bag of you favorite roast to go with it. My shutdown goal has been perfecting my at home brewing and they have just the beans and advice to do it :) the flavor description on each bag of beans is a huge help. read more

Though the quality of the drinks are high, they are often under filled. For the HIGH price that they charge for everything, this can be very annoying. Mine and my fiancé's drink were 3/4 full and very watered down. This happens so often that we decided that we really shouldn't go back here. read more

This place is a Potsdam staple. Delicious coffee, friendly baristas, and a very spacious place to sit and chat with friends, work on that latest project, or sit quietly in front of the big glass windows and people-watch. I am also thrilled with how much Jernabi supports local arts and science by hosting various events open to the public like the monthly Science Cafes and occasional talks by artists. Please support a Potsdam original and try their own roasted coffees (I like the Ring of Fire) or delicious drinks (I am also a big fan of a hot Chai)! read more

I bought a bag of the "Black Satin" as a Valentine's Day present for my sweetie. We both think it is the best coffee we've ever had--and we are real coffee snobs. We've been doling it out, saving it for a special occasion, and then I found that I could order it online! Imagine my delight! While I was there visiting, I got a Peanut butter-mocha cappucino, and it was absolutely fantastic. Great muffins too--what a little gem of a business! read more

Stopped in here for a Golden Milk with espresso.Barista was super friendly, inside was very clean and the coffee was smooth with a hint of spices. Glad they were open early on a Saturday am. Also has amazing chocolate bars, candles and coffee related gifts. read more

My son is a freshman at SUNY Potsdam and we happened to grab some coffee here when he moved into the dorms in August. I had a latte with coconut milk and it was the best I've ever had, the espresso was smooth and didn't taste burnt like the flavor I am accustomed to from my local chain coffee shop here in NYC. The coconut milk was not overly sweet and watery but smooth and silky. It was the perfect cup of coffee. My mother had a cappuccino and loved it as well. Every time we go visit we make sure to stop by. We loved their coffee so much we ordered 4 bags for ourselves and as gifts, and as soon as we received it the smell of freshly roasted coffee surrounded us! Can't wait to grab some coffee when we visit the North Country again and support a local business! read more

This is the original coffee house in Potsdam. The owner started out roasting his own beans and selling coffee way before he decided to open a coffee house. He is the original - Don't be fooled by the imitators in town! Clean, spacious and has great service. read more

Very pleasant and helpful barista. Great place to bring a group of 5 on the morning after Halloween.

Best place in my hometown for coffee and beats many city roasters I have had over the years. I order their beans online so I can still enjoy it in Maine. read more

Love this place so much. It's a writer's haven except for one thing...the closing time. Why so early? With two colleges right in town, there must be enough business after 7 p.m. to justify staying open later. College students are typically working on papers, etc. all evening and even late into the night. I think Jernabi's is missing that market by closing so early. How about they have a questionnaire at the counter asking the regulars if they'd be interested in a later close time? And do a survey on the campuses of profs and students? read more

An oasis of great coffee in the North Country! I had a great cappuccino today. The barista did latte art on it demonstrating perfectly pulled shot and foam. read more

Jernabi Coffeehouse - Perfect cappuccino made by Jason today. Thanks Jernabi! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Potsdam, New York

I love Jernabi! The baristas are knowledgeable about coffee and the space is really comfortable. And Tim's coffee is terrific!

Small town big time coffee house. Fresh beans roasted by the owner, great baristas. You want quality Espresso or just a good cup of coffee , then this is the place to go. I was surprised to find a place that could put out big time cafe drinks up here. read more

I've never been to the coffee shop in Potsdamn. When i lived in Clayton, Ny I got their coffee at River Rat cheese, and feel in love. I now live in Washington and order it online. Fresh to order roasts. There was a mess up on one of orders and I emailed Tim and the problem was fixed right away and he even sent my some free samples. Great fresh organic coffee, and great customer service. read more