What a Lil gem in Bristol! Super welcoming, local folks…read moreworking hard. The coffee is really good to boot. I like to bring my computer & be productive!

Very friendly service. Cozy atmosphere. Great outdoor patio overlooking a small river. Delicious…read morecheese pastry. However, only one choice of coffee which was not hot.

Yeah, I totally forgot to review this on Saturday when I actually went. Now that I've made my way…read moreback here, I can now finally work on this review in earnest. I've been meaning to come to this place for a short while now. Honestly, the name of this establishment itself is pretty cool. Loaded Goat? Makes me think "liddy on a stack", and anything that makes me think "liddy on a stack" I gotta go check out. I actually tried to write a review here from the last week, but as I was writing, I'd realized something I don't always come across. I was at an impasse and couldn't finish this review on that visit, so I had to plan another trip here. Right away, I notice that rustic interior that's also quite cozy. There many flavors of coffees and latte to choose from with shots if you want something a little extra. Also, the prices here are very reasonable. I didn't get time to sit inside last time, but this time I had a much more laid-back experience. The vibe reminds me a little of a North Carolina ambiance with a splash of California mixed in for good measure. North Carolina because of the interior, and California because of the music. On this visit, the guy tending to me told me the microwave was down, so I couldn't have my croissant toasted. That was quite alright though since I had 2 more stops to make anyway, with one being about half hour's drive away from here. Besides, the croissant was still one of the better croissants I've had in a long time and seasoned perfectly, so I have no complaints, toasted or not. The coffees I had were the Snickers on my first visit and the Coconut Creme Pie Latte this time around. Both lattes were, indeed, liddies on stacks! They were both GOATED, and honestly I would come here more often if my schedules were more friendly to coming here. I have no complaints about this place period. I don't say this following kind of statement often, but I actually prefer this to Starbuck's! That's just how goated this place is.

Good coffee and a relaxing setting with couches and tables. Met family there from out of state and…read morewe were all impressed to find this gem!

J René is a fantastic little coffee shop with delicious house made syrups and a cozy atmosphere…read more The coffee is so smooth. I had the vanilla latte with their house made syrup and oat milk and it was frothy and delicious. It was perfectly sweet, no extra sugar needed! I was sad when I finished the cup and even debated grabbing a second for the road! The inside is clean and modern and the service was very friendly. Anxious parkers beware though, the parking lot is not for the faint of heart! I'd suggest trying to snag some free street parking instead of squeezing into their little lot. That being said this is a coffee shop I'll be returning to (on foot lol)!

J. Rene is a coffee roaster and cafe on Park Road in West Hartford. I've been a few times and I'm…read moresurprised I've never reviewed them on their main page. If you look at the coffee bags they sell, you'll see some South American coffee, Central American Coffee, Italiano and Indian origins. I ordered a black cold brew. I didn't ask which beans they used, but it tasted like a rich dark roast. I prefer a lighter roast, but for a darker flavor profile, it was well executed. The cafe is a place where people meet friends or sit and work. That's always a good sign. I didn't have any of the food, but I saw their pastry case and people eating breakfast sandwiches. The food looked reasonably good. 4.25 Stars

Ok, so I used to go to the one on the Waterbury line for a long time until my work route changed, I…read moream now coming here for a weekend treat. My husband gets a cappuccino and says one of the best he has had. I've had a few iced lattes that have been great, this Dubai Chocolate Latte is insane, I'm not a fan of the whole Dubai chocolate craze but this sounded good and glad I went for it. Not overly sweet, nice nut flavor. Staff is always super friendly here, love hanging out while we drink our beverages

Came here for a wrap and a smoothie and it was okay. Smoothie tastes like it was made from…read moreconcentrate and my hot chicken wrap was delicious but the lettuce was wilted. I suppose that's a bit on me for ordering it hot but other than the chicken being delicious, the rest of the wrap was not much to write home about. There was an orange tortilla surrounding that and I'm not sure if it was flavored or just the type or what but it wasn't my favorite. Somewhere between it sticking to my teeth and the color was the feeling that it wasn't the most appetizing. I may be back just to try it again and update my review but it was a way out of my way from work so tbd. Thank you anyway!

Phenomenal little coffee shop roaster with amazing bean acumen and quality nuanced single origin…read morebrew. The Freedom label is the only bean in my machine these last three years. - Coffee Snob

Best coffee around. Their treats are also absolutely delectable. Whether you are grabbing a drip or…read morea latte- you won't be disappointed... and I loved the cups especially around the holidays! Their peppermint mocha is my all time favorite- I won't get it anywhere else!

I've wanted to visit Drum Roll Coffee Roasters for a while, but I'm usually only in Old…read moreWethersfield ("OW") before or after they open. Drum Roll is predominantly a coffee roaster, but they sell some merch as well. They may serve beverages on site, but that doesn't seem to be a focus of the website or store and I was in and out when I visited. I did not see any seating. I bought two things at the small, thin store in OW, and I also recently had cold brew made with Drum Roll coffee at Bake Market in Rocky Hill. The following things stood out. First, the person who helped me, who I assume was the owner, was conversant in coffee terms that matter to me. Sometimes I talk to a store employee about single origins or roast levels, and they don't know what to say. The person who helped me knows coffee and they had a good selection. Second, my Ethiopian Single Origin Beans I used for a home pour over, turned iced coffee, were obviously fresh roasted. You could taste the roast. A coffee can actually be too fresh roasted, and based upon experience, I think some of the listed tasting notes will be more prominent in a few more days. I usually wait 7 to 10 days after the roast date before using coffee. For this reason, putting the roast date on the bag might be a good move. Third, the coffee bag is a high end bag. I buy a lot of craft coffee over the internet. Some places try to have useful bags, and some places try to save money on bags. Drum Roll has a ziplock style seal that makes keeping coffee fresh easier. Their bag is on par with other top places. Fourth, Drum Roll serves canned cold coffee. I'm not sure if they rotate their offerings. I bought one snap chilled Papua New Guinea Cold Brew can. It was very smooth and above average for a canned coffee product. Fifth, I don't remember the exact price, but I remember thinking the price was reasonable. I would definitely buy more bags if I happened to be in OW when I needed coffee beans and Drum Roll is open. Sixth, Bake Market's cold brew made with Drum Roll coffee was rich and smooth. It had a darker flavor and roast profile than I normally I drink, but it was well executed for that style. Based upon all of this, I recommend Drum Roll for people who make coffee at home. While I have my own grinder at home and buy whole beans, they even asked if I wanted the beans ground. 4.5 Stars

Love their coffee!! I am a huge fan of their "blonde roast" that they call Hi Hat. Probably the…read morebest blonde that I have ever tasted. So I finally got to see their storefront, and the place smells wonderful! They have an assortment of caramels and toffees, as well as a wall of bagged coffee beans, and another wall of cute coffee mugs. A very nice assortment! Today, I purchased their Hi Hat and a bag of their Blackbird Pond. It's a Bean from Nicaragua San Juan del Rio Coco, with notes of dark chocolate, almond, and cream. I'm getting a new espresso machine soon, and I can't wait to make this on it! Siobhan is very friendly and we chatted up a bit. Now I know where they are, I'll be coming by more often!

I have not heard about this place so needed to go and try it out. On Monday it was empty and so it…read morewas really quick to order. I got their drip coffee and it was solid. The owner said how they roast the beans and it is all organic and I would agree fairly priced for great quality. I also got yo try the dubai chocolaye latte and that was amazing. The place is a nice spot and I would easily go back and try more things. The best roaster/coffee shops in the area and has a case to make it to one of the top places in the state.

This is such a cute coffee shop! We came here on our way out of town one Sunday morning. I ordered…read morea latte and my spouse ordered a drip coffee. Both were delicious. It's clear that they are passionate about good coffee. We also purchased a bag of beans as a gift for a friend, the Three Amigos blend, which is a blend of all Colombian beans. The employees working that morning were super friendly and patient with us as we asked a bunch of questions. The interior of the cafe is cozy, inviting, and bright. We will definitely recommend to our friends!

Good strong coffee for a cause and great service. Clean and nice tables. Need to go back soon to…read moretry the bake goodies and more drinks.

Service was amazing the owner was super nice and loved talking to her! The drinks were amazing! I…read moregot the Apple-Pomegranate iced tea and it was so refreshing! My female companion got dulce de leche iced latte and it's the best she's had! Id recommend to any coffee lover.