The Siren is a very unique addition to Rochester's coffee shop options! My fiance and I met up with…read moretwo friends for a coffee date on MLK day, so it was a bit more crowded than usual with the holiday. With a party of 4 it was a little tough to get a table but we eventually snagged one on the first floor. We got hot oat milk matcha lattes. My only other experience with matcha was at Happy Earth Tea which set the bar high, and I was very satisfied with the matcha flavor in our Siren lattes too. I ended up ordering a second one -- pricey but worth it. There's more seating upstairs as well, but the vibe is much quieter on the second floor than it is downstairs. I'm not sure if that's always the case, or if it just happened to be that day that more people brought work/study to that area of the shop. So if you're looking for a place to talk, your mileage may vary. Plenty of bathrooms on each floor. I will have to return again to give the book selection a better assessment, but overall the selection was varied and full enough for a shop its size. Overall this is a fun place to take a friend for coffee or for a solo date with a book. I'll definitely be back.

I was in the mood for a treat after a recent appointment, and happened to be driving by The Siren…read moreand The Sea. I've had this place on my "to try" list since then opened, so decided it was the perfect time to stop. Unfortunately, it just didn't end up appealing to me in the way I had hoped. While there are some books in the downstairs part of the store, the majority of them are upstairs. Shopping the downstairs shelves is a bit awkward because there are tables/chairs for people enjoying their goodies from the cafe... so you're maneuvering around them while trying to look at the books available for sale on the shelves. It feels like you're disrupting people. While shopping upstairs, there are a variety of smaller book sections, as well as desks, an area for kids (with bean bags), and a corner seating area for two. While I was wandering the upstairs, there was someone loudly using their phone to practice Duolingo... which, while I appreciate the desire to learn another language, would really put me off wanting to use any of the reading or work spaces upstairs. Kinda ruined the vibe. They had some cute stickers and accessories for sale on the 2nd floor, but i didn't end up getting of them because I told myself I would only purchase them if I could find at least one book to buy... and I just didn't. Anyone who knows me would tell you that it's pretty much impossible for me to not find a book of interest... but I just didn't find anything that struck me... so no books, no stickers, no reading accessories. I wandered back downstairs and thought I'd have better luck with something from the cafe, but alas... no. The cafe menu seemed pretty limited, and there were basically no pastries left (just before 2pm on a Monday). The drink that I did end up trying (their special available for that day) wasn't especially memorable either, unfortunately. TL;DR Wanted to love The Siren and The Sea, but it just didn't do it for me... might be a nice workspace, and has a generally welcoming vibe, but I actually left *without buying any books* & the cafe aspect felt very generic, unfortunately. :(

We decided to try out a new to us restaurant for lunch today. The Old Farm Cafe piqued our…read moreinterest. My sister placed our orders at the counter & we chose a table near the wall. The woman taking the order did not tell us how the system works - leaving us puzzling as we sat at the table. My sister went up after we waited awhile, & asked. It appears some items were ready & she was going to bring it to us after everything was ready. The food: I ordered the 3 pc chicken tenders with honey mustard dipping sauce & the "loaded" ( ) tater tots. The tenders were good - crispy, not greasy, tender, not dried out. The breading was slightly salty. I liked the dipping sauce. The tater tots came & the first 3 I tried were not even the slightest bit warm. I saw a few clumps of what I think was thin melted orange cheese with I guess thin bacon crumbles. The most off putting thing about the potatoes was an odd unpleasant taste which I attribute to whatever oil they were cooked or coated in. Whatever it was left a chemical kind of taste in my mouth. On a different note, while the decor is charming, the chairs are uncomfortable. Altogether it was a disappointing experience. My sister spoke to the manager, after we finished, and he offered a replacement for the potatoes but she declined. Since the order was paid for upfront, there wasn't an offer to comp for the distasteful food

Great decor. We…read moreordered a pizza and Cesar salad.. It all came directly off of the Cisco truck. I am glad our meal was $20.00 We got what we paid for.

I grew up in Rochester but have since moved away, and I was sad I didn't find this place sooner -…read moreor you know, when I actually lived and worked in Rochester. On a recent visit to Rochester, one of my friends and I met up at this cool location for a coffee and to catch up. There are options galore for drinks and they're so good. I loved my marshmallow latte. They have options for board games, events they host, and a small corner for small/local artists to share and sell their products. It was so interesting to explore and look around while I caught up with an old friend. Next time I'm in Rochester, I'm definitely coming back.

We are on a continuous search for great local cafés. This is the gem that sets the bar for…read moreRochester. Very relaxed ambience. Local students working on their laptops. Small families enjoying food. Couples and friends chatting over coffee. They support local businesses. We came on a Saturday afternoon, when students from RIT were given tables to show and sell their art in a non intrusive way. Coffee is really fantastic. I had an Americano, with their Espresso Blend. Roast master told me he does the sourcing, blending and roasting. This one had Ethiopian and Colombian beans. Fabulous blend of earthy and chocolate tones. I bought a pound to prepare with my French Press at hotel and the roaster grinded it to a perfect coarse. Side note: please never drink coffee from those hotel room machines. You can always do better! Come, have a coffee, have lunch, buy beans or ground coffee for your enjoyment at home. This is the type of place that makes café lovers feel right at home, even when traveling.

So I finally made it to this bookstore/café and met up with a friend. The first floor is the café,…read morewhile the upstairs is the bookstore. There are plenty of places to sit whether you're alone with a book or meeting up with friends. They sell used books along with a small, nicely curated selection of new titles. The coffee and breakfast sandwiches were tasty, and the staff was friendly. My only gripe is that parking in this area is a complete pain.

This coffee shop is a new find. It was a house renovated into a coffee shop. The lady at the…read morecounter told me their syrups are home made and mochas are the best. I got a coconut mocha which I thought was great! They also have other options like raspberry or cherry mocha. However, the price point is a bit steep. They have a second floor which I believe have books. I didn't venture into yet. I'll be back to explore more.

We stopped in specifically because they advertise pour overs, but the experience didn't live up to…read moreexpectations. I ordered a Kenya pour over, and unfortunately it tasted closer to basic diner or convenience-store drip coffee--slightly burnt and lacking any of the clarity or flavor notes you'd expect from a properly prepared pour over. As someone who regularly makes pour overs at home, this was especially disappointing because there was no distinction in taste or quality. The preparation process also didn't feel intentional. The pour seemed rushed and inconsistent--initially a quick dump of water, then the barista stepped away to do other tasks, came back intermittently, and finished with a more uneven, spray-like pour. There didn't appear to be any timer use or focused brewing process, which may explain the lack of extraction quality. On top of that, pricing felt on the higher side. Milk alternatives and mocha add-ons each came with additional charges, which stacked up quickly. Service-wise, staff were polite but not particularly engaging or welcoming, which made the overall experience feel even more transactional. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this spot if you're going specifically for high-quality pour overs or craft coffee. It may work better for standard espresso drinks or quick stops, but it didn't deliver on the specialty coffee experience we were hoping for.

Haven't been to the original location but I loved this spot! There's so much seating and wifi if…read moreyou want to work. There are several coffee and non coffee options too. I had the chai which was pretty standard for a chai. My friend ordered their seasonal mint matcha which was surprisingly refreshing. While I didn't try the food, I did see the menu and there seemed to be a variety of options there too. The space was clean and well maintained. They did seem to be short staffed too but our orders came out quick and it didn't feel delayed

The Puppy's Café is a welcome spot to sit and get a light refreshment after walking through the…read moreStrong Museum, and before venturing into the outside garden. On this visit, the espresso machine was not working. Not too much variety of food and pastries. A few pre-packed sandwiches and a couple of muffins and cookies. They also have candy. There is a map of the world on the back wall that is cool. One can refresh your geographical knowledge while sitting down and sipping a coffee. I had an Iced Coffee and a Double Chocolate Chip Muffin.

Stopped here for a coffee after a few hours at the museum! This is so cute and such a nice spot for…read morea coffee shop. It's situated right in the back by the Hasbro Game Park. I also love the Hasbro games they have available to play! I ordered a caramel iced coffee. It was delicious! I love how they have a serve yourself milk station and serve yourself flavor syrups just in case you need some more sweetness. I do have to say they only had one person working here on a super busy Sunday afternoon and they had to face to keep up with the massive line. They were amazing, but could use some help. Overall, a great pit stop for a museum pick me up! I will be back!

Do not miss this place (easy to drive past, don't do it!). Wonderful time here and worth it…read more The food was great with a wonderful variety. Not too big of a menu. Enough to make a strong choice. My wife has been craving the sandwich and it did not disappoint. The noodles were great. The rice plate looked great. Nice open feel inside. If busy i imagine it will be cramped. But great for us. Everyone was warm and friendly. Do yourself a favor and check it out

The chicken wings are amazing. I didn't realize they would be so massive so that was a very nice…read moresurprise. The skin is crispy and the chicken is so tender that the meat easily falls off the bone. They were so delicious that I wanted more. The bahn mi was decent but a little too oily for my liking, but it's my friend's favorite item to order when she comes here and it comes with a small soup. Very friendly service and lots of space to sit.

2026: I'm a yearly subscriber; can't ya tell?…read more 2026 & 2025 Completed their Grinds & Morgan-Manning House Charity Golf Tournament. TV & fireplace lounge community room: Offers the ability to split the room about 50-50. To allow a small gathering party. This does give room for other people to sit, relax, eat, &/or drink. Frozen Yogurt. Chocolate-covered pretzels ! Cake-pop flavors! The Grinds Community Room has new wooden flooring. The cooler offers treats and healthy snacks. PepsiCo Cooler offers a variety of drinks, juice, etc. Updated Coffee Rewards Program: when not using a Grinds Cup, 1 punch per hot or iced brewed coffee purchase. Buy 7 brewed coffees, get 1 free. Refills are not eligible for punches. Redeem a full card for a regular-size brewed coffee, or receive $2.99 toward any other beverage. *Reward has no cash value. New Latte Rewards Program: Again, when not using a Grinds Cup, 1 punch per hot or iced latte purchase. Buy 7 Lattes, get 1 free. Redeem a full card for a regular-size latte, or receive $4.50 toward any other beverage. *Reward has no cash value. Cars & Coffee at Grinds Cafe Dates: 6/21, 7/19 (date that I attended), 8/16, and 9/20. There is a rain date on the 4th Sunday of each month. From what I understand, kids approved the Humvee! So, they can have their picture taken by their parents. For more information, ask inside. This does give people a chance to show off their vehicles here. This is an option since there is no music concert series in 2026. Plenty of board games for family and/or friends. 2025: Grinds golf simulator, allowing year-round golf tutorials in different situations. There are 2 cash registers, allowing smooth traffic flow. The Belgian waffle maker. *Halloween Balloon theme: there was a small ma and pa that did a Halloween celebration with Balloons and I thought that was the coolest thing. *The Bean Room this gives you the chance to become a fan of Grinds Cafe! This may include picking your favorite coffee flavors. Plus mugs, cups, plus shirts and sweatshirts. Hats as well. *Baby Changing room. This is now behind the Bean Room. Giving parents and their newborns space. Online Order Pickup for Grinds Customers. This is a 15-minute window max frame. They have a great coffee program! You really can't go wrong, especially on Mondays! Very kind staff! They do keep up to date on the holiday seasons! Finger Lake Coffee Roasters is the brand they use for their coffee. They do keep an eye on whether the coffee is fresh! If there's something wrong with your order, they'll correct it. A menu full of options. Grinds Cafe staff do offer a July 4th Veteran's theme (Military Veteran, please ask when you are here. There is a military veteran's program). Perry's Ice Cream flavors only. Outdoor seating is available for the Spring-Fall. People in the past have had their Bible studies and fun books to read out loud! Plus, they do give out paper receipts. Is there something that can be looked into for improvement? You can order DoorDash breakfast and lunch early in the morning! They do offer call-in orders as well. When the holiday seasons are around, please reach out to them to see if there are programs set in place. My suggestion is to call and check on their social media when that time comes. (2024 NYS Restaurant Association) Directions: If you are coming from Lake Road North aka Route 19, at the roundabout, take West Ave. You will see signs for Truck 19 South and Emergency Medical Care (blue sign); that's your correct way to go over there. The building is on the North (right side). You will see a large sign to get your attention. Now. If you go closer to the hospital, you have gone too far. Now, parking-wise, if that gets too full, you can park further down from the main building. Google - completed. Yelp - Completed

Grinds Cafe is located in Brockport, NY. It's a beautiful coffee shop with amazing food and fresh…read morecoffee! It's very comfortable, with soft music playing in the background. I love how friendly the baristas are. It's such a gem in this area!