I was looking for a place to grab coffee and study that wasn't a library, campus, or in a busy area…read moredowntown, and that was open a bit later. There aren't very many coffee shops open past 5pm, particularly on the weekend, so I was glad to find this place. I've only ever been to the Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters locations in URMC, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of options and the quality of the drinks at this location. There is ample seating, some next to outlets, so this was a great place to study. Highly recommend if you need an off-campus study location but want to avoid downtown in the evenings.

Finally stopped in for my first visit! This whole time I thought I could only find them at Strong-…read moreso glad I looked it up! It's so cute and so well organized and they have SO much coffee. The service was friendly and quick and I LOVE their charts to help a girl out. Charts showing their lightest to darkest blend AND charts showing how light or dark they can make your coffee !

I want to preface this by stating that I really like this establishment & its staff. I sometimes…read morestop in just for a chai latte & a treat. Once in a while I have a meal here, especially when my daughter visits we like to go after church on Sunday and have brunch. Unfortunately in between visits I forget that the hot food is slow to come out of the kitchen. Getting their lovely eggs Benedict with lukewarm eggs has been my consistent experience over the two years I've been coming here. This morning both of us ordered egg dishes that took a long time to make their way to our table outside. We most likely won't be returning as there are certainly better options.

Good for breakfast, lunch, and brunch. Clean neighborhood eatery. My daughter had the breakfast…read moreburrito, she said it was good (not great). I ordered the Cobb salad. The portion was generous, but I wish they served it on a larger plate. The chicken was super dry. The cherry tomatoes and the onions seemed to have been pickled, it had a weird unnatural taste.

Very kind / sweet staff. Fantastic coffee…read more Very reasonable pricing. Coffee, breakfast Sammy and Lou Reed on the stereo- Can't get much better.

Amazing food. The sandwiches are unbelievably delicious. The personnel at the place are so…read moreprofessional.

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.

Village bakery and cafe is always great! This location in Pittsford is super convenient-- right…read morenext to Main Street and across the street from the library. It's often busy during peak hours, but I've always been able to find a spot on the patio. The patio is nice, tucked in next to the building. There's often some shade from the building over the tables. Everything that I've ever gotten from VBC has been delicious. The strawberry bliss cooler is my go-to since it's similar to a Starbucks strawberry açaí refresher, but the ingredients are simpler and the caffeine comes from green tea! I love to get a strawberry bliss cooler and an egg sandwich for brunch. My favorite egg sandwich was the Lilly, but since that has been discontinued, I build a similar sandwich with BYO.

I came here for lunch and I loved this place. Lunch was so good and the service was amazing. I…read morewould definitely recommend this place and I will definitely come back. I didn't expect my sandwich to be this amazing but it was. The steak and cheese was really good, and was loaded with lots of meat. Also my drink was good and so was my pastry which was flaky and fresh. The place has an indoor and outdoor space which is quite nice.

This place was literally right next-door to my hotel, so I walked over for breakfast. It's a…read moreTurkish restaurant, that has things such as pastries, sandwiches, coffees, etc..... The gentleman who helped me was very friendly and helpful. I decided to tthe borek. It's a pastry that can be made either savory or sweet, I decided to have mine with. Spinach and cheese. I also ordered the baklava, and a little cup of the Turkish coffee (whoa!!). The Borek , I didn't look that big in the case spoiler alert, it was.... The dough was wonderfully flaky , and the filling was amazingly savory. I liked the spinach, and I'm not sure what type of cheese it was. But it played with the spinach perfectly it reminded me very much of a spanakopita, which I also love. The baklava was also excellent. It was perfectly flaky on the outside, and the honey, and the nuts inside were just fantastic. It is one of the better baklava that I have ever had. Now let's talk about the Turkish coffee. I've had Lebanese coffee, and I loved, and Ithought was strong.... the Turkish coffee makes Lebanese coffee taste like decaf that you would get from a cheap corner diner. With just a little bit of milk and sugar, it was perfect it was rich, and it was strong! At this point, I could probably make it to six hours to my destination without a car :). All of this great food, and I was only roughly out the door 20 bucks. For such high-quality food, it was worth it. I hope I'm back in Rochester again, because I would easily stop here again.

Cafe Manzara feels like a little pocket of Türkiye tucked into Brighton--and honestly, I wasn't…read moreexpecting to be this charmed. I came in for something simple and left fully committed to the experience. The Turkish coffee arrived in the most adorable cup, strong and velvety with that classic, unapologetic depth, paired with a soft, rose-kissed Turkish delight that made the whole thing feel like a ritual rather than just a caffeine stop. I took my time to enjoy every sip of it. And then the rice pudding. Served warm in a rustic clay bowl, topped generously with pistachios--it hit that perfect balance of creamy, lightly sweet, and comforting without being heavy. One of those desserts that sneaks up on you and suddenly you're scraping the bottom of the dish. The space itself is cozy and thoughtfully put together, and the people working there genuinely elevate it. Kind, welcoming, and happy to let you linger a bit, which feels increasingly rare. The first thing I noticed is how healthy and vibrant the plants look and to me that was the winning point. This is a great cozy spot for folks who don't enjoy social interactions and high energy vibes. It's more for the slow in the moment experience to sip and relax.

This spot is beautiful. The outdoor seating is located right across from the canal, proper upstate…read morevibes :) I had the breakfast soup and it was delicious!! The latte I had was also strong with solid flavor. Love this little spot would def come back A++++

I came in with my family to grab something to eat for breakfast well in the Pittsford area!…read more I got a bacon egg and cheese sandwich on a bagel and a Matcha with strawberry flavoring. The inside of the place is super cute And they had so many different drink specials that all looked great. The inside was super clean and they had nice bathrooms as well. My family loved their food and I love my sandwich, but I have to say their Matcha was kind of nasty. It didn't have much flavor. It kind of just tasted like water. I would definitely come back again and skip the Matcha for some coffee, as my family seemed to love theirs.

Very cute new place to sit and enjoy a coffee. I got a hot chocolate. After I ordered, I was…read morelooking around and saw the frappe sign. That was what I was really looking for. I should have asked but sometimes I'm too quiet for my own good, lol. The hot chocolate was very good though. I'll definitely be here again. I'll try a frappe. :) They also had bagels, cupcakes, cookies and bubble tea.

Love the coffee and boba drinks. Kids love coming here for ice cream in the summer as well. Will be…read moreback

Every time I come here I'm greeted with warmth. The food is amazing, the drinks are well-made and…read morecreative, and the staff is always so sweet and kind. Genuinely so happy this is so close to me (but dangerous for my wallet, as I have to resist the urge to come here everyday). The atmosphere is lovely and there's plenty of seating. The tables and chairs are comfy and inviting, and I have never seen a single thing out of place. I challenge you to find a spec of dust. Definitely stop by here and see for yourself, and grab something tasty, too!

Layali is one of my favorite places to visit when I want to relax or get some studying done. The…read moreatmosphere is beautiful, modern, and has a luxurious feel that makes it a great place to unwind. During this visit, I ordered a hot pistachio latte, a small iced caramel latte with cold foam, and a slice of tiramisu. The presentation was beautiful, but the food and drinks didn't quite live up to the appearance. The iced caramel latte tasted a bit watery, which has been my experience on more than one visit, and the hot pistachio latte was just okay. The biggest disappointment was the tiramisu. It was overly soaked in coffee, didn't taste very fresh, and wasn't what I expected. One thing I really appreciated was the service. The cashier was incredibly kind and accommodating. Since I'm currently pregnant and can only have decaf coffee, she made sure my order was clearly communicated to the team, which I was very grateful for. The café itself is aesthetically beautiful, although we did have to wipe down our table because there were crumbs left from the previous guests. The seating is nice, but the chairs could be more comfortable if you plan to stay for an extended period. My only other suggestion would be to improve customer engagement at the register. On a few visits, it has felt like employees finished conversations with coworkers before helping customers. Overall, I enjoy coming to Layali because the ambiance is one of the best in Rochester. While I think the coffee and desserts could be more consistent, I'd still return to enjoy the atmosphere and give more of the menu a try.

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

Eclectic spot on Park Ave with food options. I ordered a smoothie which was only $5 and was super…read morerefreshing. 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!