Professor Java's was one of the first businesses I reviewed on Yelp. But shame on me for not…read morefollowing up when their Wolf Rd. site closed. I didn't realize they had reopened until I saw them next to the relocated Penzey's. Hooray! Two things I miss from the old location are the ability to buy coffee beans, and the more eclectic layout. No worries about the beans these days. Their new site is a much more regular layout, but it's more than adequately compensated by a very relaxed and cozy atmosphere, with more space behind the counter to prepare foods. And that counter holds a lot of other confections as well. Their regular coffee is a bit mild, but there's so many other options if you want to vary your coffee's strength and flavor. I liked the variety of teas available too (mostly hot, but some iced). Service is attentive, and your orders come out quickly. This remains a great alternative to other fast food options along Wolf Rd.

Class is in session!…read more I needed to find my morning Java fix while in Albany and Professor Java's Coffee Sanctuary was just the spot for my coffee education. Walking in, this spot is a mad scientist lab. Large roasters are front and center, this isn't a classroom but a coffee laboratory! Nice folks behind the counter greeted me each morning as I placed my order. The roast on their coffee had me coming back daily. You might say it was my (pinkie to lip) Coffee Sanctuary?? Professor Java? You earned that title, I enjoyed my daily visits.

I have had a breakfast burrito, a matcha, and iced lattes from amped so far and they have all been…read moreso delicious! I often try to find reasons to be in the area so I can grab myself a latte. The house made banana bread syrup is my favorite! The staff is always friendly and I love how bright and sunny the place is. It would be a great place to meet a friend, or visit solo to read or get some work done.

This is the latest incarnation of a coffee shop at this location. I hope this one stays. It was…read morebusy midday when I went. I ordered a banana bread latte. It was sweet and good. I plan to go back to try the food. They have a lot of breakfast and lunch options including gluten free Spätzle Mac and Cheese. They have a separate conference room for those who need that. It's great to have another chain free option on Wolf Rd.

Amazing coffee and bagels. Employees were super sweet and helpful! The inside is very unique and…read moreeclectic. Very fun to look around. Hope to make it back someday!

Graham's has become the families go to coffee shop and cafe. It has wonderful coffee, delicious…read morebaked goods and absolutely amazing staff! Kat has built a welcoming community business!

Best espresso I've had in Albany, and if you order for here, they'll plate it with sparkling water…read more Sweet! There's a big ordering and waiting area, so even when it's busy there's plenty of space. Local art on the walls, a variety of seating options downstairs, and one relatively clean restroom. Upstairs is the computer lounge, theoretically, except that the advertised WiFi doesn't work. There is no network with that name. Friendly baristas, some food options, although not a lot for vegetarians. Great location close to the park.

New location. Bigger location just across from where it was originally. Huge upstairs to do…read morecomputer work. Seasonal coffees available. There's a large seating area downstairs. I had a Seasonal latte and bagel and egg. Fair prices. They have a rewards system now so be sure to sign up. Employees were nice and explained the different Seasonal drinks. The new location is nice but I feel it might be to big and actually prefer the smaller orginal location.

I was only recently introduced to Uncommon Grounds so I was excited to try another location. The…read moreline was so long but it moved pretty quickly. Friendly service. Seating was a bit of a wait. It seems like people like to hang out there. We did get a seat. We both got the Mediterranean sandwich. I got mine on an everyday bagel and my friend got it on a rosemary bagel. My friend was very disappointed in her bagel. She said it was very "bready" and lacked flavor. Mine was just OK too. It didn't taste the same as what I usually get at the other location in Delmar. It was just as big and had the same ingredients but it just didn't taste the same for some reason. It actually had an overwhelming amount of avocado on it and it kept falling out. The vanilla chai latte was delicious!

Cheddar Parm Bagel toasted with Salmon Cream Cheese is outstanding! Good combo…read more Glad I did not order my usual Everything Bagel because Cheddar Parm was perfect. Crust is crispy with natural cheddar flavor and hint of parm. Plenty of places to sit on a Tuesday at 10:30. Sipped my Columbia Decaf coffee and people watched. Service as usual was efficient and fast.

10/10 -- 7 Brew Coffee!…read more Coming from someone who's usually a Dunkin' junkie, I wasn't expecting to be converted this fast First time trying 7 Brew and they officially won me over! The coffee was delicious, the service was great, and the whole experience lived up to the hype. I'll definitely be back -- Dunkin' might have some competition now! First visit: 10/10!

If you're not wanting to get out of the car, then a drive thru drink is what you need. On this…read morevisit, I got a large iced chai with a shot of vanilla and oat milk. As usual, they delivered. It was quite refreshing, as well as thirst quenching. They are not fancy but they are efficient and clean. They are quick to take your drink order and the large is quite sizable. The flavor and drink combinations are plentiful so be sure to scan the QR code or peruse the menu ahead. You will be pleasantly surprised by the quality as well as quantity. Be sure to join their rewards program because it certainly adds up quickly. 7 Brew hits the spot!

Clean location and good service! The inside wasn't busy but there was quite a line in the drivethru…read morewhich made the wait longer than it should have been with only a few people working.

Friendly staff. Good place to telework from. Consistent background noise at a fairly muted level.read more

My wife and I were in the area with our older daughter and wanted coffee. I found Java Cafe on Yelp…read moreand knew I wanted to try the Kurdish latte. The cafe is clean and bright, with comfortable seating at a solid amount of tables. The woman working behind the counter was friendly and professional. My wife and daughter had traditional lattes and I really enjoyed the Kurdish latte. It had nice flavors, not something I usually go for in coffee. (I typically drink it black but made an exception for the traditional Kurdish version) My daughter enjoyed a chocolate croissant and I enjoyed a dill/cheese pogaca, beautiful dill flavor! I would gladly return!

Nice spot for a coffee near Washington Park! I stopped in…read moreon a weeknight as I'm one of the few people who drink caffeine in the evening and was looking for a coffee shop that was open later. They close at 7pm on weeknights, which is great. I love how beautiful the cafe is. There are tons of tables and good wifi too. I ordered an iced mocha, which was great, and the barista was helpful and friendly. I do wish they had a specialty coffee latte and some more dessert options. There were several savory pastries available when I went and I was having a major sweet tooth moment but thankfully the iced mocha hit the spot!

Albany is the 338th largest city in the US. Jacob Alejandro would be right at home in some of the…read morelargest cities! The vibe is impeccable, truly comfortable and well designed! The staff were professional, pleasant, and coffee/tea focused! My wife enjoyed a black tea chai latte and I loved the reserve pour over coffee experience! I order pour over pretty much every time it's available at a coffee shop. Jacob Alejandro's pour over service is pretty much ceremonial! They serve it on a tray. The tray has the "pitcher", a glass for service, and a glass of palate cleansing jade tea in the middle. (I did have to ask what the jade tea was) The palate cleanse was the perfect start. The Costa Rican coffee was heavenly, one of those drinking experiences where even my amateur palate was engaged. It was truly nice to sit for a while and enjoy a great cup of coffee at Jacob Alejandro! Yes, they would fit in a larger city but smaller cities deserve great coffee also!

After going on a lovely walk through Albany's Washington Park on Easter Sunday, I noticed some…read moreactivity across the street at Jacob Alejandro. I was so surprised. Could they really be open on Easter Sunday? It seemed too good to be true. A great cup of caffeine was just what I needed at that very moment. So my friend and I crossed Madison Avenue and peeked into the tinted windows. Not only were they open, but the place was bustling. The inside of Jacob Alejandro is elegant and beautifully decorated. Furniture, plants, music and wall art are arranged to set moods. It feels more like a club than a coffee house. The baristas are super friendly, helpful and patient. As I tried to make up my mind on what to order, they offered suggestions. I wound up with matcha. I think my friend had some kind of latte. I remember both beverages were delicious. They were made to be savored slowly. We took in our surroundings and it was very relaxing. We'll visit again. Thanks Jacob Alejandro for a nice experience.

We were helping our daughter move into off campus housing in the neighborhood. So lucky to have…read moreIron Coffee within easy walking distance! The woman working there is friendly and professional! Ethiopian Yirgacheffe pour over made building furniture tolerable, cold brew a few hours later kept us going!

Iron Coffee is a small coffee shop about a block from the pond at Washington Park. When I say…read moresmall, I mean small. When I arrived today, there were two other customers in the shop and it was cramped. There is no indoor seating, but in the warmer months there are a few tables set up on the sidewalk outside the shop. Service is quick and the baristas are friendly. Their menu isn't huge, but they have all the classics and every drink I've tried has been delicious. I am a sucker for an iced drink on a warm day, but I will have to get back here for one of their hot drinks at some point. Very happy to have this coffee shop in the neighborhood.