We are on a continuous search for great local cafés. This is the gem that sets the bar for Rochester. 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. read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Ground coffee to enjoy with French Press at hotel. - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

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I grew up in Rochester but have since moved away, and I was sad I didn't find this place sooner - or 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. read more

Great vibes and service was friendly! I came here to finish some schoolwork with friends (bad choice). We had too much fun listening to amazing people come to the stage to show their talents on the piano, and i'm told some nights there's actual bands and poetry slams going on! Super nice spot and don't sleep on the drinks! read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Caramel Macchiato - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

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Great place to chill, study, or just get a drink. They have a large menu with food and drinks, including cocktails. The interior is very spacious, lots of tables and couches to sit at and they have wifi and outlets, which make for an incredible study spot. Bonus points for having a parking lot! They also sell art and jewelry from local artists, ranging from small postcards and sketches for $1-3 to larger paintings, as well as fun handmade jewelry. The baristas were super friendly and relaxed which reflected the overall atmosphere of the cafe. read more

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Terrific matcha latte and breakfast burrito. Lots of comfy seating. Staff super friendly and brought food to us. read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

Great service. Great drink options. The baristas were very nice in helping me decide what I wanted - a seasonal drink called lost in a corn maze, which was hot chocolate, pumpkin spice, and peanut butter. Yes. It sounds like hot mess but it was very tasty. I got it in frozen latte form. In the lounge area is one of the least comfortable couches I've ever sat on in my entire life. However, right next to it is a perfectly comfortable couch. I could definitely see this becoming an awesome little reading spot. read more

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The workers are nice and there are always fun events there and nice products to buy. The coffee isn't the best but decently priced for what the product is. read more

The ambiance is wonderful. Spacious and comfortable seating. The menu is a mix of contemporary and standard. The coffee selections are ok, nothing special. I ordered a standard bacon, egg, and cheese on a croissant: it took almost half an hour to arrive (the restaurant was almost empty) and the preparation was, regrettably, pathetic (COLD slice of American cheese on a crumbling croissant. We will not be returning here. read more

Excellent and pleasant service, tasty coffee, great atmosphere and live coffee shop music--very fun!

Came across this coffee shop and if you've read my past reviews you know that I love coffee. Started off with the house dark roast coffees ( boulder dark) and it was slamming. Coffee was fresh and more importantly HOT! Nice atmosphere if you have a feel for the grudge look. Tables and couches were clean and the atmosphere was laid back. Slightly chilly in the place but maybe due to me sitting near the door. Although I didn't order any food I did peep out the food and looked really tasty . Prices were right up my alley for the amount of food you received. I will stop through again soon while I'm here and get a bite to eat. read more

Lmao I never came here when I lived in Rochester. Tasty breakfast sandwiches and burritos. Seems like it has a lot going on re: events. Sad I wasn't paid enough to patronize when I lived close. read more

This place reminds me a lot of Cafe Sasso and has a similar menu. I do feel that the menu choices are more limited here, but the cafe itself offers much more room and has more tables available. There is a stage and often you may walk in to live music or some other hosted event. It's a great place to get some work done while sipping on a warm drink. I like that this cafe has a designated parking lot, unlike a lot of other popular cafes in downtown Rochester that primarily rely on street parking. The service is great and staff are always welcoming! read more

Good coffee...industrial/warehouse environs with art by local artists giving pops of color, there is stage with a piano, odds and ends of old TV's...giving it a vibe. Spacious with lots of eclectic seating and some sofas. Service was speedy. Enjoyed the seasonal smores latte (iced), with oatmilk, with sweet foam added, it was overflowing...all deliciousness! read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Spacious place - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

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I've lived here my whole life and never stepped foot into Boulder until this weekend! A travesty. What an amazing and cozy spot. Lunch, snacks, drinks, coffees, cocktails, wine, smoothies...any cafe item you can dream up Boulder probably has. I was enjoying a mango pinot grigio smoothie as I read my book and took in the Clinton Ave views. Some of the charm is in the worn out furniture and more laid back vibe of this shop. Staff was all super helpful and the menu options were vast. They offer tons of events during the normal times like local bands, open mics, poetry nights, and much much more. I am looking forward to continuing to frequent this great shop to get some work done and enjoy a peaceful moment. read more

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Good coffee and service and cozyyy place! I would say the prices could be lower and the food/pastry especially-could be fresher. read more

I like to work here or have friend dates here. Plenty of seating, electric vibes. Cafe is delicious!

I had a cold brew. It was perfect, nothing special, but that's because, well, I ordered a plain cold brew. I ordered the Mt. Hope Mex Sandwich on ciabatta which was good, albeit small for the cost. I was definitely still hungry. But the egg on the sandwich was perfectly soft. The lighting is dim, but it fits the vibe. Love the local art and parking was awesome! read more

Came by for a couple days while I was in town. Amazing turmeric latte! I have an assistance animal and they gave her puppucinos every time she came in! The couches were so comfy that she slept the whole time there. Great environment, awesome drinks/food, comfortable seating, and pleasant staff. read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - My pup at Boulder - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

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Great little gem in the Southwedge. Excellent coffees, side and pastries. Very comfortable atmosphere. Good place for a group or single diner. Servers are cheerful and offer serve with a smile. Highly recommend this wonderful coffee shop:) read more

First time in here. Coffee is good. Coffee cake is delicious. Cute place. Will be back.

Great coffee and other drinks. Cozy atmosphere. Haven't ate anything but muffins, but I would.

I used to come to Boulder all the time when I lived closer to it, but haven't been in a really long time. It's the same great place! I stopped in today for a breakfast sandwich (egg and cheese on a croissant) and a latte (sugar free caramel) as a treat for a tired Monday. The sandwich and coffee were good, the service friendly, and the best thing of all - there's a parking lot. It can get busy and tough to get out of said parking lot if there's a lot of traffic on Alexander Street, but there are so many city places without good parking that I am super grateful for this one! read more

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Love this place! I have come here a couple of times to study now. They have coffee, espresso drinks, tea, food, and even some alcoholic drinks! They also carry pastries from cheesy eddies. You order at the counter. If you get food, they give you a number sign you take with you to your seat. There is a variety of kinds of seating throughout the shop and there is outdoor seating. I think their drinks and food are great! I've tried a couple of the breakfast sandwiches and have enjoyed both of the ones I got. Their iced mochas are great and the medium is nicely sized. This is one of my regular study spots and have had a good experience every time. read more

Lovely little coffee shop, has a piano, plenty of seating, couches. The food was stellar and so where the drinks. No complaints here. read more

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Cozy atmosphere, fun menu, live music and events going on. Delicious chai latte and they gave our dog a pup cup!

Yum. Hipster place with great coffee drinks and selection of cafe items. Local fruits and snacks as well as baked goods. If you have never been, swing in. Live music is on hold during COVID and seating is limited- but things will return to normal, eventually. read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Order here - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

The people at cafe was amazing!! They were super friendly and let us know that we are allowed to bring dogs as long as dogs are well-behaved dogs. When I asked them to give me some water with a bowl for my dog to drink. They gave him fresh water. The place is a wonderful place to hang out, but they put "cross" on sofas as I understand that they are avoiding any chance of having us getting covid-19 since it's a bit harder to clean them compare to hardwood tables & chairs. The food was perfect and wasn't that greasy at all! The drinks are absolutely delicious and I can see why people love to go there!!! I would recommend anyone who are coffee or tea lovers to go to this place for a drink! read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Rose chai - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

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If you're looking for a chill spot to grab coffee, beer, and all drinks in between and just lounge then Boulder is the spot. Also, the sandwiches are seriously underrated. I couldn't recommend the Swillberger sandwich highly enough: multigrain bread, bacon, turkey, cheddar cheese, sub the Cajun mayo on, and kettle chips. Very solid. read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

I am in love with this place. The vibes are good the coffee is great and so is their food. They get a lot of their menu items from local places. They serve a mean breakfast sandwich. The coffee is fresh! My boyfriend and I love to come here and just hangout for a bit and sip our coffee slowly. Been back a few times already! read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

Stopped here for a cup of coffee while in the ROC. This place definitely has a hipster vibe to it but we like it. We got 2 coffees and hey were delicious. LOVED that they had my favorite Finger Lakes Coffee Roaster's Jamaican Me Crazy! It was $6 for 2 large coffees. Employees were friendly. Wish we could have sat and enjoyed it but we had to hit the road. read more

One of my favorite coffee shops in town! Delicious sandwiches and decent verity of drinks!! read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Monday Comedy Show. The Cobb's Hill Sandwich. - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

I love hot cider on a cool fall morning so I stopped in at Boulder and used a bit of my guilt-laden, non-interest-bearing savings account which consists of several unused Groupons (this one expired almost 3 years ago). With my three Groupon bucks and seven more in cash, I scored two hot, sweet, and delicious apple cider drinks and a sammy. Now, when I see a menu item named Susan B, I'm already curious. I wonder if this sammy is named for the famous female suffragist, Susan B Anthony, who was arrested for voting in Rochester in the late 1800s and subsequently refused to pay the fine. Methinks a sammy of this name should be savory and spicy...maybe something with a little kick, in honor of this wonderful woman who helped to change the course of history. I opted for the Susan B on a pumpernickel bagel. It included slices of deli meat turkey, dried cranberries, slivered almonds, mixed greens, and cream cheese. It was a little more sweet than savory. This tasty little sammy has inspired me to make a variation sans cream cheese, with a little balsamic instead and maybe a more savory cheese like gruyere or even a sharp cheddar. I LOVED the mixed greens and dried cranberries combined with the turkey and overall, it is a nice tribute to a strong, thoughtful woman with a powerful interest in human rights and who, incidentally, made Rochester her home. Comfortable, relaxing, cozy environment. Beautifully mismatched seating. Great location and free parking although the parking can be tricky at times. Overall, it's close to 4 stars which is enough for me to make my way back here the next time I'm in the area. read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Savory Susan B: turkey, slivered almonds, cranberries, mixed greens, and cream cheese on a pumpernickel bagel - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

A regular spot for me whenever I need to do some reading or studying. Plenty of outlets and window seating with natural light. Good coffee and decent food. Free wifi if you're a paying customer, you just have to ask the cashier. The passwords are often a little funky. Not a perfect place for people who can't stand background music, since there is often eclectic music playing in the background at a moderate volume. Also, it's not always "easy-listening" music either. Another thing is that the lighting is poor, so if you're trying to get any work done at night when there's no natural light, it may be difficult. It's still a much cozier environment than the local Starbucks, with cheaper drinks as well. I'll have to check out their open mic night sometime. Oh yeah, they also serve beer. I guess you could theoretically hit the books and then hit the booze afterwards without changing venues. read more

$7.00 for a large cappuccino, might as well save some money and go to Starbucks. The menu states $6 but I was charged $7.56 with tax. $10 coffee will be here soon read more

Awesome spot. Very spacious, cool vibes (darkly decorated - very coffee bar meets jazz lounge?), and quick service. I only had time to quickly grab a cup of coffee on a lunch break, but I'll definitely be returning. The coffee was delicious as well. Looking forward to trying one of their many specialty drinks. Also looks like they have some entertainment/music on some evenings! read more

I needed a place with WiFi to get some work done, and found this delightful coffee shop. As of November 5 2020, they do allow indoor dining/working. Tables are spaced out and some seating areas are blocked off for Covid safety. They have so many options for flavored syrups-- I chose lavender. The barista was very kind and topped off my coffee for me. WiFi is free and reasonably reliable, and there are many power outlets. Everything you need to be productive for a while. read more

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A great place to grab a drink and bite to eat downtown. The food's always great, the coffee and cocktails are unique, and the service has been friendly in my experience. My only real grievence is that parking is limited, and the lot they have is usually in rough shape and difficult to traverse due to the fact that it's riddled with potholes. Honestly, though, if you're a native, you're probably used to it as this is not an issue exclusive to this business. All in all, would definitely reccommend. read more

The vibe of this place is really neat. I've been here twice now and the first time there was a live show in addition to local artisans selling their work. This visit I ordered a turmeric latte and a London fog. The London fog was uninspiring l, but the turmeric latte was to die for. The second time there was a comedy show that didn't seem too bad. I gave the London fog another try as a last minute decision. Bad choice. It tasted like hot, watered down milk. Could barely taste the Earl Grey. Moral of the story, go for coffee and stay for the vibe if it's your thing. Otherwise only pop in to caffeinate. read more

This is my go-to coffeeshop as a newcomer to ROC! Reasonably priced with many beverage and sandwich options. It's a nice vibe to work and has some fun events in the evenings. read more

I like coffee shops. I LOVE a good coffee shop. Guess what? I LOVE THE BOULDER COFFEE SHOP! From it's incredibly diverse menu to it's eclectic decor, this is a fantastic place. There are different paintings throughout the place and lots of comfortable places to sit and chat, work at your computer or just kick back and enjoy the scenery. My frozen French Vanilla Chai was perfect. There is a wide variety of breakfast and lunch offerings to choose from. This was my first visit to the Boulder Cafe, but certainly not my last. Service is fast and friendly. You really owe it to yourself to stop by and check this place out. It's a hard combination to beat, so come and enjoy. read more

Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge - Sandwiches Near Me - Rochester, New York

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