Yummy! Delicious coffee, friendly staff! Was able to get work done WiFi easily accessible They even had mimosas yes to all! Thank you! read more

I'm attached to this place like a toxic ex--I love the idea, ambience, and crowd, but what it offers is so mid (drinks). I have tried time and time again to like their coffee but I can't bring myself to enjoy the taste of the lattes, there is no espresso taste and even the milk tastes bland somehow. I had such high hopes for the Peace Train but boy was that a train wreck in a cup. Couldn't taste the blackberry or hazelnut, just milk :') On the plus side, the food is very tasty and staff is always friendly. It is SUPER packed on weekends, you'd have to get there early to snag the seat you want. Also shoutout whoever is on aux, music is always good... unless you need to study or get work done (would choose another cafe to go if you can't lock in while feeling bass in your bones, it's so overstimulating) read more

I really wanted to like cafe sasso, but after my experience there, I would much rather go behind them to Pearson's. Not only will you get a better cup of coffee, you'll be treated with kindness and courtesy. When I came into the cafe, I had the intention of grabbing some coffee and possibly a gluten free pastry. I left with a coffee, but definitely told myself I would never return. The two baristas were talking about very vulgar topics regarding their intimate lives as i ordered and looked me up and down with an expression of almost.... Disgust? Annoyance? That I had interrupted their conversation to order coffee. The coffee itself wasn't my favorite. It was pretty mid compared to other cafes such as Pearson's or Luigi's. Like I said, I really wanted to like this cafe because I was told it was amazing... but I just can't get over bad customer service. read more

Eclectic spot on Park Ave with food options. I ordered a smoothie which was only $5 and was super refreshing. Drinks didn't take very long to be ready but the food did take a bit more time on a busy Sunday morning. There's inside and outside seating. I appreciated the heating lamps outside as well! read more

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The atmosphere was absolutely beautiful. The decor is super unique and very anti minimalist. The coffee and pastries were also priced super well, was not expecting such a reasonable price from a modern cafe lol. My boyfriend and I loved sitting in some chairs and enjoying some coffees and some good conversation. I could definitely see studying here. The only negative thing I will say is the barista that helped us was kind of monotone and rude, just kind of got a stuck up vibe from her. Probably just had a rough day. Understandable. Very much recommend! read more

I am just in love with this place! The baristas are always so nice and such a beautiful environment. The drinks and food were also delicious and fairly priced - unlike most cafes these days! What really gets me though is the art collection - it is seriously floor to ceiling, so much to look at. I have tried all of the cafes in the area and I keep finding myself here. I think I have a favorite! read more

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My favorite cafe to go to in roc! The atmosphere is so cozy and welcoming. Their drinks are great and the service is as well. The only complaint I have is that their cookies are not the best, but I believe they get them from another place locally. read more

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My spot on Park I love you can sit on couches amd the prices are sane and the coffee is strong

I was in the mood for a pastry and coffee and came here. The setting with some tables, a counter against the wall, draperies, photos & paintings creates an appealing ambiance to sit and chat with a bunch of friends or just sit quietly to sip and eat your meal. It has an ample menu of cocktails, sandwiches, and a few pastries, coffee, tea. I really liked it. read more

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Cafe Sasso is a such a hidden gem in Rochester! This was my go-to cafe for a long time when I lived in the city. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because it is usually BUSY. Which is great for business, but less ideal for customers. It can be difficult to find seating during the busiest hours, especially on weekends. The drinks are tasty and it's always fun to try out a coffee cocktail as well. It's an equally great place to go out on a date or find a quiet study nook to get some work done (when it's not at its busiest). The food is decent but not the shining point of this establishment. That being said, the Zesty Zappa is a Saturday morning breakfast staple for me. My favorite thing about this place is the atmosphere! Local artists have their work displayed on the walls from floor to ceiling which creates a very cozy and welcoming space. read more

Came here on a Saturday so it was super crowded but there was a lot of seating both inside and outdoors. Wanted to get a bagel but it was a 30 minute wait so I got a pistachio muffin which was great. They have both coffee and cocktails and overall it's a very cozy, artsy vibe. There is no public wifi which is the main downside if you're looking for a study spot read more

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4.5 stars but rounding up. I am just subtracting half a star for no wifi, but otherwise, love this cafe so much that we came back twice in a week. Great study spot with many outlets. Menu is expansive (sandwiches, coffee/teas, and even cocktails). Staff is nice and food is tasty. Tried two different sandwiches - one on each occasion (a chicken pesto and a chicken sun dried tomato) and both were delicious. Moist, juicy chicken and warm and toasty. Iced spiced chai is tasty here - would not recommend the iced matcha though (very milky with very little matcha). Cocktails are also refreshing and tasty. Probably one of my favorite cafes in Rochester. Will definitely be back routinely! read more

our favorite cafe! my kid will accept no other bacon egg and cheese in the area. the staff is so sweet the music is always great and the art is amazing! cozy and classic and doesn't have a bunch of little things i will spend money on that i don't need :) love that read more

Got the stone roller iced coffee, didn't taste much like cinnamon or the flavors in it, but it had decent amnt of caffeine. Lots of choices for pastries or sandwiches here Also there is no wifi any more, I asked read more

Cute cafe on Park Ave! Came here around lunch time on a weekday and luckily it wasn't too busy when we we got there! I love all of the art inside. They have seating inside as well. I got the Presto Pesto with a side salad (+$1) and an iced mocha. I thought the mocha was okay, and I enjoyed my food. I think this is a cute place and a great place to meet up with friends or get some work done. read more

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Nice surroundings and friendly service, but coffee only ok and panini's for lunch were average.

I went in while visit Rochester and needed a spot to kill an hour and wake up with a coffee. I ordered a iced latte with oat milk & amaretto which was a great choice. Would recommend to anyone looking for coffee! read more

Cafe Sasso - Good spot for a latte & reading - Cafes Near Me - Rochester, New York

Okay let me start by saying Cafe sasso is a legit coffee joint in the grand ol city of rochacha! A real Funky joint, artsy, classy, open-minded flare! They Gita great coffee/tea/paninis/cocktails/muffins/pastries et Al....如果你有空的话，你一定要来这里尝试一，尤其是因为你绝对不会后悔的！哈哈哈哈哈哈 git er done! I luv this joint, I used to come here a lot back in the day, great place to come and get a nice cup of Joe and just really chill out! Hahah enjoy it! Now how did this place get their name? I just found this out.....so this joint used to be boulder coffee like 7,8 years ago. and the word "sasso" means "stone" in Italian. So essentially cafe sasso is like the "little boulder"'coffee shop Hahhahaha like the "sasso" took the place of the really big "sasso" the boulder, after boulder coffee closed! Isn't this place nuts! Hahahhah But it is way cool! read more

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6/5 stars. My favorite cafe in Rochester. The staff is friendly and work diligently to get all orders in. The cafe is decorated so fun and there are lots of unique places to sit. I loved to study here throughout college. The coffee is wonderful, as well as the specialty coffees. When I'm in need of a non caffeinated drink the mango smoothie is super refreshing. The best part is the number of gluten free items (sandwiches in particular) that are made GF without an up charge. read more

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Excellent little coffee shop. It's not huge so seating inside can be a little tight, but there is additional seating outside. I try to time my visits for when it's a little slow as I to get some writing done while having my coffee. It's not the most ideal coffee shop to work from, but it's possible during slower hours. The coffee is delicious. So far all the food I've tried has been amazing. Really, this is a place you visit to have a chat with friends or a meal. Or liquor if that's your thing. Parking is 95% street parking, which can be limited to an hour. read more

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Had some time to kill before the shows tonight at Comedy at the Carlson so I popped into this cozy joint to write some jokes. This place is really nice. Lots of cool art on the wall and the couch is comfy! There's a giant peace sign out front so if you like your coffee shops with a bit of war this place is not for you. They have cocktails too but I didn't get one because ol' Dusty has a little bit of a drinking problem hahaha (seriously) but I'm sure they're great. Nice baristas. Nice coffee. Five stars! read more

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Perfect little spot on Park Avenue. Come for coffee in the morning stay for drinks in the afternoon. You'll feel like you're sitting in an art gallery! Lovely sitting inside or out. Service is fast and friendly. Coffee is served piping hot! read more

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First time here, honestly came for the sandwich on the menu I saw online while looking for a new coffee shop lol. The customer service is on fleek, friendly, welcoming, and great recommendations. I got the stone roller espresso drink and franklins tower breakfast sandwich. Absolutely excellent flavor and the the ambiance is so chill n comfy. I will definitely be coming back again and recommending it to many others:) read more

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Love this coffee shop! Can be a bit busy at times, but the staff is very fast and accommodating even at the busiest of times. They have wonderful lattes, I've always loved all of the ones I have gotten. I like mine on the sweeter side but not too sweet, so the dark chocolate is my favorite and is good to mix with other flavors. Food is always great. I love their chocolate croissants warmed up and I just had their Jefferson Bagel Sandwich which was SO good. I love messy, saucy egg sandwiches with alot of flavor and this one has it I also LOVE how they toasted it in the panini press, it had a good crunch. Also my latte today wasn't super sweet so I asked for a bit more flavor and they had no problem with that. All the staff is super nice! read more

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This is such a lovely little cafe with really friendly waitstaff. I stopped by while driving through Rochester and it was such a relaxing experience. The area is super chill and the food and drinks were a delicious way to start my morning. To begin, I had an iced coffee with pistachio flavoring and the Notorious BLT sandwich. Although the coffee wasn't really sweet (I could easily have asked for additional sweetener so that's on me), the pistachio flavor still came across very nicely and the quality of the coffee itself was great. The BLT was excellent, I really loved how they replaced the traditional mayonnaise with cream cheese, which added a little extra depth to both the flavor and texture of the sandwich. Between the cream cheese and the bacon, delicious fatty and umami flavors were given off, which were juxtaposed with the light, refreshing greens. I finished up with an affogato to go and it was my absolute favorite part of the meal. It's super simple, but with a scoop of good vanilla ice cream, poured over with and melted by a rich, robust espresso, it was absolutely divine. I would definitely recommend this place for a nice, low key breakfast or lunch spot. It has a very calming atmosphere, is in a nice area, and the food and drinks are incredibly enjoyable. read more

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Here visiting from California Cafe Sasso is a Happytizing place to eat, we had the paninis and every bite is fresh ingredients with so much flavor. The ambience is perfect I love the music choice and pop culture and classic pics on every wall. The service is amazing, the gals were very friendly and food and drinks came out prompt and obviously made with extra effort! Thank you for a great dining experience! read more

Still a solid space and place on Park Ave for coffee and those evening hour drinks with a libation in it. Staff is as always pleasant and helpful a plus. Due to our world they usually had a little outside seating and now they have more wrapping around the corner a plus during the warmer months. Still a solid place to come in and get some work done and it's quiet. I really enjoy my London Fog Latte as well as other things. It's Park Ave so it's street parking and if you can find something in the lot in the back good for you. read more

Deserts were great!!! Would recommend coming here again. Clean easy service. Great outdoor patio for dogs

My favorite coffee shop in the Rochester area! Great tasting coffee and breakfast sandwiches. Inside is filled with local art which adds a great ambiance. It is usually pretty busy on the weekends. They have outside seating as well. read more

Cool idea, fast service. I got their macho caramel iced. It's dark and artsy in there. I also tried their chocolate croissant, it was decent. I'll be back to try some more. read more

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Great little spot for coffee. They also make paninis and cocktails! I'll have to come back to try another time, bc if the food and drinks is as good as the coffee it will be excellent. The vibe is awesome, with a gallery wall and living room style. Certainly a place to stop on Park Ave read more

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I ordered a regular coffee, my daughter ordered an iced coffee and we split a warm chocolate croissant. The coffee was full-bodied and smooth. My daughter said her coffee was balanced well with sweet and strong coffee but was very small, even for a small. The croissant was flaky, buttery and not too sweet. The service was functional, not overly friendly. The atmosphere was cool with lots of art to look at. However, the tables were tiny. Barely enough to fit coffees and our own bakery item. There is no public wifi, which may be one of the first cafes I've visited without internet access. That, with the table size spoke clearly they didn't want business to be done at their place. It is clearly for hanging out to read or be social only. read more

My sister nancy latte is sooo good and the breakfast sandwiches are also very delicious. My only complaint is when I get the hot coffee its not always super hot. read more

Very eccentric cafe located in the heart of Park Ave. limited seating with tables and couches to seat. Hip music while you sit back have coffee and bite to eat while enjoying all the unique decor. Food is tasty. Provide bagels, paninis, hot and cold coffees. Definitely a must try read more

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Neat little place on Park Avenue. The owners/servers were smiley and helpful. The little breakfast sandwich they put together was perfect. All kinds of patrons from police to young singles. Furnishings are unique and comfortable. Service was quick and personal. read more

Super cozy place; it has a lot of energy in the evenings, and really an ideal place to chat with friends and hang out.

Coffee and alcohol, what could be better?! While maybe not a natural fit on its surface, one visit to Cafe Sasso will surely change your mind. During the day, the cafe has a variety of coffee drinks, snacks, and baked goods to choose from. At night, the menu opens up to include coffee cocktails that will run you around $8. The setting definitely lends itself more coffee shop than bar with its worn out couches, mismatch furniture and art from local artists on the wall. With that being said, I still enjoyed my coffee cocktail on my first visit and think it's a great spot for a low key night. Super unique spot in Rochester that I hope sticks around a long time! read more

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Cafe Sasso has some great outdoor seating for enjoying your coffee safely during the pandemic. Their tables do seem to have enough space between them, and there are generally a few available if you are needing a place to do your work that is somewhere other than your house or just need a moment in a third space. Their coffee is pretty good, and they have a lot of specialty flavors. I do wish they had a few more options for non-dairy milk, but they currently do have soy and almond. (Cafe Sasso, if you are reading this, please add oat milk!) Some non-dairy (vegan) pasties would be nice if they added too. I do like that they have non-dairy topping options for bagels, such as avocado. I had a wonderful avocado bagel from here the other day. The staff is uncertain how they will cope with the upcoming winter taking away their outdoor seating, and they worry they may have to go back to take out only with ordering at the door, which they did for a while when they first re-opened. It's a good local business, and worth supporting. Stop in and get a coffee here, or at the other nearby coffee and tea places I recently reviewed! read more

Cute, cozy cafe. We each got the Sergeant Pepper which was their version of a mexican mocha. Staff was friendly. This is a good place to read a book or chat with friends. read more

Stopped by for coffee and croissants with my friend coffee was wonderful and croissant delicious !! Always warm & cozy!