Stopped by Almoka and ended up trying a matcha pistachio drink. I wasn't sure what to expect, but…read moreit was really good. The matcha was smooth and not too earthy, and the pistachio flavor added just the right amount of sweetness without tasting artificial. The café itself has a nice atmosphere and felt like a great place to sit and catch up with a friend or get some work done. Everything looked clean and well put together, and the staff was friendly when taking my order. I appreciate when coffee shops offer unique drinks that are different from the usual menu, and this one definitely stood out. I'll be back to try some of their other specialty drinks next time I'm in the area. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for something a little different from the big chain coffee shops.

Pleasant environment. Would have liked to try a pastry but we're just passing thru on a long day's…read moreroad trip and too early to eat. I ordered their specialty Adeni Chai. I usually ask for a shot of dark chocolate syrup to make it a chocolate chai, so I did for this occasion. The barista made as requested, however, she did give me a heads up that their chai is unique and might not go well with chocolate. She did offer to remake it without the chocolate if I didn't like it. I do taste the difference, but was fine with it as is. If we stop in here again, I will try it without the chocolate because I want to experience the full chai flavor. Jim was going to order their Mufawar specialty coffee, but got sidetracked by the seasonal offerings. He had the salted brown butter latte instead. We both enjoyed our order and would return here again. I like their location too. Easy in and out.

If nostalgia were a coffee shop, this is it! I got to pop in here to grab coffee before my drive…read morehome to Indianapolis. They had fun seasonal drink options. I ended up with the Sweather Weather, which personally needed a bit more flavor. The staff member who served me was very nice and provided detailed information about their seasonal menu. It was fun to explore the coffee shop's decor while I waited for my drink. Not too much seating, so it does seem like a grab-n-go place. A fun place for sure!

Ah! This was a one of a kind experience. I went with my aunt and her friend, and they both really…read moreenjoyed the 90s vibes to it. The cafe also seemed to be really into stranger things as they have an entire drink menu inspired by it! I really liked the decor, and the service was good too. The employee seemed a bit nervous but ultimately got our order efficiently. People seem to come here often, so it's a very welcoming place over all. Drinks were good, plenty of options for bread, and a breakfast menu!

Literally my favorite 3rd space. Not just in Rockford, but pretty much anywhere. There is ample…read moreseating, huge windows that let in a flood of natural night, baristas that know your name and your drink of choice, and the coffee is just so damn good! If you're a coffee lover, you HAVE to give Rockford Roasting a try. This place truly taught me what good coffee is.

This is such a nice cafe with a peak study environment! There were plenty of outlets and seating…read moreoptions. I loved the aesthetic and decor, and they also have merchandise (clothing, coffee cups, beans and more). The service was lovely. My tea was SO good, it did take a bit of time to come out but it was worth it. The food options aren't too diverse but what they do have seems really good! A lot of bread options too :)

Awesome! Amazing! I recommend! They have a variety of food items and drink items, including…read moreseasonal. I gave their banana bread cold brew a shot. It was as I expected - sweet and the top and bitter at the bottom, a very good balance for a topped cold brew. They have strongly roasted coffee which I love, it gives me energy and pairs well with whatever you have your coffee with. Their service was wonderful as was the environment. Very spacious and lovely, and a good place to catch up with people or just stop by.

Wow, what a happy intro to the people of Rockford! Arrives…read morefrom CLE the night prior & discovered this gem in walking distance from my Air BnB. The staff were SO friendly. My S'mores iced latte was quite tasty. Note: if you are looking for a breakfast sandwich, they only have premade ones in deli case. That's ok!

The shop has a really fun and modern vibe, and ordering is done on an iPad, which makes it quick…read moreand easy. Although there was little to no interaction with staff. The drinks look super nice, but I felt they were a bit overpriced for what you get and they are very sweet. I also wish there were more snack or food options since it's mostly just drinks, but heard they plan to add some new items. Overall, it's a decent spot if you want a quick drink, but I probably wouldn't make a special trip just for it.

I really enjoy Candy Cloud, they have a fun variety of drinks. My one dislike is I wish you could…read morecustomize the sweetness level more. The matcha with blueberry is my favorite and it's really good!

Wow wonderful bakery and huge sort of thc and cbd edibles and very delicious and also coffees and…read moreteas that can be infused Get this you make your own Xmas basket with edible and candles and cooked and brownies and butters yum

We opted for non infused baked goods and they were lovely. Sweet treats we would repeat-we got…read morethree cupcakes and a loaf cake. All were moist and had different levels of sweetness, as described. The people were very nice too-this would be an easy stop if we lived here!

A friend recommended this cafe right in downtown Rockford. The hot chai was yummy! Yay for…read morealternative milks! I was surprised by how big the avocado toast was- one slice of toast under avocado spread with a fried egg on top plus cut fruit on the side - all in the box! So good. The servers were friendly, knowledgeable & fast. The restaurant can get loud depending on the customers, but we were able to have a normal conversation without being bothered. Such a friendly atmosphere with regulars greeted with hugs and jokes. 2-hour parking -free- on the street out front.

We loved visiting Wired during our short stay in Rockford. I'm a Pacific Northwest coffee lover and…read morethe cappuccino was great! We returned the next day for another. Staff are wonderful, and it was awesome to meet the owners and learn more about the cafe's history as well as the story behind the flame logo. So glad you survived the fire! Thanks for the great coffee!

Despite working with fewer employees, they are managing so well and keeping a good pace. The…read moreservice was awesome, and the pastries were just as good. They have a variety to choose from; I got a dark chocolate strawberry danish (YUMMM). I also got one of their dark roasts (also YUMMM). They have plenty of seating and the indoor aesthetic is so cute!!

Great place to buy pastries that are fresh and taste delicious! Moreover, they have an amazing…read moreselection! Immediately, we were greeted upon entering, and they were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. It's a small place; however, you can eat on the inside of the river market once you get your food! I wish they had more drink options (espresso & tea), but that's just a personal preference!

Worst customer service I have ever had at a coffee shop. Rude woman works there. Any question I had…read morewas met with attitude. When they were out of half their menu, I decided not to eat there and just sit with my husband who ordered a coffee. She came to our table to lecture us on why we had said we were getting a sandwich then changed our minds. Blamed us for starting to make sandwiches we never officially ordered or payed for (my husband is allergic to pork, and they were out of alternatives so we decided against it). What kind of customer service is that?

I like to support local business, but i walk into Katie's Cup and there's no "Hello" or "how can we…read morehelp you" even though there's no other customers at the counter. Just as well since the table i sit at is so wobbly i couldn't set down a drink and certainly couldn't work at it. As the coffee order is delivered to the person i am meeting, the waitress again does not say a word. Maybe they just don't want to wake the only othe people in there, one sleeping at a table and another on the couch.

Saw an ad for a 4-pack bundle and I also got a free bag for my first order. I had received a Black…read moreCherry Bourbon 12 oz bag for a Christmas gift and was pleasantly surprised with both the black cherry and bourbon flavors coming through. I ordered a Salted-Caramel Bourbon, Irish Whiskey, Strawberry Cream Rum, and Dark Roast. I got a bag of Vanilla Bean Bourbon as my free bag. I do not notice any hint of Bourbon, Rum, or Whisky in any of the coffees I ordered, nor do I detect much of a salted caramel, strawberry, or "Irish" flavor. The Vanilla does come through, slightly. The gifted bag of coffee held so much promise, but the rest just didn't deliver much of anything except a medium roast coffee experience. I'll have to look elsewhere for a spirit-infused coffee that actually tases like it's infused.

From the owner: Fire Dept. Coffee is a veteran-owned business and certified by the National Veteran-Owned Business…read moreAssociation (NaVOBA), we're dedicated to providing great-tasting coffee to people everywhere. Our coffee is freshly roasted in Rockford, IL by our dedicated team of firefighters, first responders, and coffee experts.