Excellent café au lait! I like their food also, especially their panini and their coffee beans to buy are of high quality as well as varied choices. Keep up what you're doing! I like sitting in the sun now that it gets warmer. EHB read more

I stopped in for the eats today but I'll try the sips another time. As for the eats well they were very good! I had trouble deciding what to order because so many things sounded great (a great problem to have) but ultimately decided on the Chipotle turkey wrap on a wheat wrap. I also got a cup of their soup of the day sausage tortellini and an m and ms cookie for dessert. First off the wrap was great it was loaded with turkey and fresh arugula and the Chipotle sauce was very tasty as well. The soup was pretty solid, not the best I've ever had but still pretty good. The finishing cookie was fantastic fresh baked and nice and soft. This place has definitely got my vote with a menu full of healthy yummy options to choose from along with a wide variety of different hot and cold drinks. I can't wait to go back and try it again and you should too! They've got a decent amount of indoor seating for a small coffee shop and also some outdoor patio seating as well. Lastly they've got lots of yummy home made baked goods staring you in the face at the counter and you can buy coffee and make small gift baskets too! So yeah I enjoyed Sips immensely and I'll definitely be back again soon! read more

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Sips has a huge menu selections of drinks! They also serve food and sweets. I ordered the lavender latte with chocolate instead of vanilla as suggested by the barista. It so was freaking amazing. My friends for cold drinks and loved theirs as well. I'll definitely be back to try their other lattes. They have a giant selection of flavors you can add to any drink or customize your drink. read more

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I love this terrific "home grown" gem and often invite clients and friends there to visit. Locally owned and operated this quaint coffee shop has a lot to offer: from coffee, teas, and lattes to outstanding breakfast sandwiches and lite fare for lunch. Sips is a great and authentic divergence from the hyped and over-marketed cookie cutter coffee stops. Stop in and support a great local venture ~ you're going to Love It! read more

The best coffee shop around with talented and friendly baristas I go there often and it always consistently good.

This is one of my favorite coffee spots in NW Rochester. They have much more then coffee and tea. The food they have is all freshly prepared and delicious plus they are locally owned and operated. I always try to support local business and in closing they also have outdoor seating which I always love. My wife had a turkey, artichoke panini and she loved it while I had a nice fresh salad with home made walnuts, chicken and cranberries. Loved it. read more

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For some reason it's really hard to find a cafe Rochester, let alone a good wifi cafe. Now Sips isn't exactly a big city cafe, but the coffee is good, wifi is fast, and they even have a few outlets to keep you laptop battery topped off. If you are in need for a quick caffeine boost and a little web surfing and you can get over the fact that Sips is located in a strip mall, then this place is as good as any... Ohh, they have a good selection of Tea as well, if you're into that sort of thing... read more

I moved away from Rochester a few years ago, but still visit Sips when I can. The menu has expanded quite a bit, but my favorite is still the pesto chicken panini and mango fruit freeze. I typically bulk up on their coffee and choc covered coffee beans to bring home. I should also note that I'm STILL trying to find a coffee shop in Austin that has just as good of a menu with that small-town feel they've created. One of the baristas there still knows me by name. read more

Seems to be a a popular place amongst locals. The staff seem to know their customers by name. Coffee was pretty decent. I got the lavender vanilla iced latte, and it was quite delicious. I made sure to tell them to only put half the syrup, as I hear it can get really really sweet. This place is not your fancy latte art type coffee shop, but their drinks are quite tasty. They also have a nice menu of food items. Their broccoli cheddar quiche is absolutely delicious! Ample of street parking and wifi is available. read more

Stopped in while kiddo is at a party. Nice atmosphere, coffee is quite good, panini, and quiche are delicious. Friendly service, fast and pleasant. The artwork on the wall is cool and purchasable as well. Would definitely stop in again! read more

Our go-to neighborhood coffee spot. Great homemade baked goods including muffins and scones. Awesome creative paninis. Great friendly service. So good we come here morning, noon, and night. (Great hours, too.) Yup. Everything about Sips is great. read more

If I could give less than a 1 star I would. Customer service is beyond pitiful, and customers were extremely rude. The cashier knowingly and willingly served a lady who purposely stepped in front of me in line and when I stated something to her, she stated she was in a rush and asked where I was from. The cashier continued to take her order. When I asked the cashier he ignored the fact that it all just happened. So I place my order and on top of my experience there today, my order was far from what I ordered. And the woman who stated she was in a rush was sitting outside enjoying hers. read more

Love the coffee here. Amazing service and delicious lattes. Stopped here for a quick drink with friends and we really loved the treats and choices for coffee and teas. What a fun and convenient place to stop off and really adorable atmosphere. We will definitely be back! read more

Love this place, been going ever since I was a kid and never have had a bad experience. Great food, great place and great smoothies, lattes, coffees etc. From the salads to the simple bagels...would 100% recommended! The people are always super nice too. They also have really cute merchandise and coffee mugs on the side :) Also LOVE the switch to the sipping tops to help with the planet! read more

Great little coffee shop in a strip mall not far from beach area. I thought the space itself was great-- relaxing, friendly spot, with unpretentious staff. My only objection was that I ordered an "iced coffee" and was given an expresso-based iced Americano (versus an iced brewed coffee-- the cold brew kind most coffee shops are serving). I watched others order this, too, and they also got an expresso-based drink. read more

Despite burning the milk, my latte was ok. Good for suburban upstate New York actually but definitely nothing to go out of your way for. It's one of those 2nd wave coffee shops that have a zillion things going on when you walk in. Huge chalkboards with 100 menu items written in rainbow chalk, selling everything from 25 varieties of beans to commercially mixed chai, to make-your-own candy baskets. The coffee isn't the focus-just one if many offerings and their lack of attention to detail reflects it. The have a subpar machine, high school age baristas who don't know anything about their beans, and they burn the milk. I should be able to drink my latte immediately. 20 minutes have passed and I still can only sip it. Please take the temperature of the milk-it should be between 60-65! In summary if you're desperate...sure. It's marginally better than Starbucks. read more

We like Sips! They offer some delicious flavored coffees as well as an assortment of specialty drinks (they make a lavender latte, for example) and baked goods (which are good). They also offer a range of food items, like salads and sandwiches. I haven't yet tried them (usually we go after dinner), but man, they're tempting! It's a great place to go to sit and relax, talk, and have a cup of coffee. Some of their merchandise can be interesting to browse as well. It's also nice that it's close to the beach. The atmosphere is what makes me rate this as 4 out of 5. If there's more than two customers there, it feels crowded. A long, narrow restaurant can easily feel congested. Also, some of the machines are extremely noisy and will temporarily make conversation impossible. Still, it's a nice, casual coffee shop with a pleasant staff and great options. They do have some creative menu options. Strawberry soup? Lavender lattes? Sure! I don't think I've had a beverage which smelled (and tasted) like a flower. I think most people would like the regular coffees as well as the odd, interesting, unique selection of beverages they offer. They also have quiche every day! I haven't tried it, but it's nice to see that it's offered. read more

I love this place. The staff is very very and very friendly and the coffee very nic ... Thanks read more

Sips Coffee & Cafe - Awesome place and staff... Whene my son dropped the slash drink they give hime new one ... I would say thanks for hime .. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rochester, New York

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I have never had a bad meal at Sips! My mom and I chose to go to Sips for a quick lunch or dinner occasionally and we've never been disappointed. I prefer to order from the specials because they are always changing. The best part is the atmosphere and the adorable outdoor seating in the spring and summer months. I would highly recommend! read more

I have NEVER had a bad coffee here. Every time I order something they make it with care and it tastes amazing, right down to the food and the baked goodies! Their flavor options are endless! They have cute gifts and unique little things you can't find anywhere else. I love this place! read more

I love the coffee here and the baked goods are fresh and delicious. The shop is very cute and they always have local artists on display. Ive always gotten paninis here and they are huge and really good as well. Its a great place to hang out, especially in the summertime. read more

I like it here. The coffee and frapps are always very good. They offer light lunch options -paninis, wraps, salads, etc. always tasty.

Sips is like a closely held secret for residents on the north side of town. It's a tiny little coffee shop tucked away in the Stutson Bridge Plaza. Sips is perfectly located, because there really isn't another good coffee shop anywhere around. It's out of the way, quiet, and a perfect place to grab something warm. They make a great caramel latte! Sips is a little local gem, and I am always glad to be able to meet friends here and support this business. I feel comfortable here, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Their sandwiches and panninis are tasty, and I can always count on getting something fresh and delicious. I also enjoy their breakfast options. For a tiny place, they do have a large selection. Also, for the holidays or birthday, they have a great "make your own basket" center near the front. You can buy per-wrapped gift baskets, or design one specifically for the likings of your special someone! read more

Adorable little coffee house, I love the inside! I don't come out this way much, but my favorite restaurant is right next door. Decided to stop over for coffee afterwards and so happy I did. Delicious coffee and lattes. I overlooked their menu and it looks really good! I noticed a chicken pesto panini, and boy does that have my name all over it. They had cookies and other sweets available but I was so full from dinner I could only intake a hot beverage. During the summertime, they Will set up some tables outside, nice if you want to catch a light breeze but nothing to look at but a parking lot lol. It's a nice option though! Would love to come back to try more, just am no where near the location. read more

THE barista (I use that word loosely) was immediately annoyed when I asked if there was anything else I could have toasted since they were out of every bagle, her reply of "we have no bagles" clued me in that she had little time or patients. I mean you work in a cafe on a work day, your job is to be pleasant and efficient. Ok what ever I decided on a panini roll toasted with butter. It took 15 min, and they didn't even toast it! When she offered to try again, I told her i'd prefer my money back. This was because my Neice ordered a fruit smoothie and the only word to describe it was disgusting. Fruit I assure you had never been stored near this fructose based concoction. After shelling out for that and the "toast" I was glad to get away with my $2.35 back in my pocket. The only way this was voted best anything as they claim is by stuffing a ballot box. I will stick with leaf and bean thank you. read more

My favorite neighborhood coffee shop. Love to check out the artwork as I sip my coffee & take in the atmosphere. Can't wait to sit outside & enjoy both the coffee & nice weather. read more

I love this place and go there every chance I get. It seems like an odd place for a coffee shop and it's a little on the small side, but the coffee and baked goods are always great. The staff is also really helpful with recommendations. I haven't tried any of the lunch items yet but I'm sure they're also very good. There are a few tables outside but not much of a view. I also love that they sell paintings and pottery by local artists. it gives the place a neighborhood feel that's missing from the big corporate coffee places. read more

I am from San Diego, CA and I always look forward to coming to Sips! It is always a staple to visiting Rochester. Today when I came in, Lauren greeted me and my grandmother with a smile. When I was leaving, she shook my hand...very classy! My order: Medium Vanilla Chai Latte with Soy and a Four Cheese & Tomato Panini. As this is a coffee shop, people will compare it with Starbucks, you cant do it! This place is so much better, you cannot compare! read more

Ordered a dirty chai and pleased they knew what it was when it wasn't on the menu. However it was almost $4 for a small, which I was annoyed with, but at the same time is typical of any specialty drink. I asked for it to be topped off with coffee when I had about a quarter left and still had to pay the full small coffee price- not the best "keep the customer happy" service. Lots of cookies and baked goods- I had a chocolate shortbread cookie for $0.60. Their menu is extensive for lunch- paper menu a lot longer than the blackboard above the counter. There was a constant stream of people in and out for the entire time I was there, which always makes me think it must be pretty good. I would like to try their food and and re-review. read more

I was looking for a Starbucks in the area, but when I realized it was kind of far away, I looked for a coffee place around the lake. I'm glad I found this nice little cafe. It had a ton of different coffee types and flavors. After looking at the long list of drinks for a minute, I decided to go with the pumpkin pie latte. It was delicious! They also have a nice menu with sandwiches/soups, etc. read more

Cute little place, love the local art showcase, paninis, and coffee flavors!!

Great coffee shop in the north section of Irondequoit. This is a frequently used meeting spot for locals. Lots of different coffee drinks and smoothies. I love their quiche with side salad. They also have sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and meal-size salads. If you are looking for a unique gift, you can put together your own basket with a cute mug, coffee, and some cookies. They also have artwork on display that is for sale. read more

The baristas were very kind and knowledgeable, and I really liked the local atmosphere. Their food variety is good, especially if you're looking for a nice lunch.The salad I got was amazing! I wasn't thrilled with their espresso drinks, it was very bitter and I couldn't taste the flavor very well. However I liked their plain coffee! read more

Everything was good from the moment we walked in. We were so satisfied with our lattes, breakfast sandwich and most of all our service. It was a good atmosphere to hang out in too! Great gifts available on site which I'll remember my coffee loving friends. read more

They have the best ice coffee! It is made with shots of espresso. Their staff is super friendly. I jog there with my dog and he enjoys the water bowl they leave outside by the tables. read more

Great coffee and paninis, staff is a bit snooty.

Love this place..it is at a 5mins driving distance from the Lake Ontario Beach Park..They have a variety of options on their menu, right from grabbing a cup of coffee to grabbing a bite. Their coffee menu is great and one of its kind in Rochester. Go ahead and grab something from here before you head to the beach. read more

Coffee tastes like garbage, their frozen drinks are ight, that's the reason why it gets 3 stars. I would not recommend.

Love this place! It's so cute and the food is sooo good! The paninis are small, but they're filling and delicious. Great latte selection and pastries too. I like the local ceramics and art for sale too. Sips is a real benefit to the northern part of rochester. read more

Conveniently located, especially for me in the same plaza where I work. Love the drinks and the food is great, especially the paninis they're my favorite. read more