Loved our experience Very unique…read more Love plants everywhere Natural lighting The prices are kinda of high BUT the flavors are unique Plenty of indoor seating

I do really like the Flat White here. The coffee flavor is amazing in that drink with a great milk…read moreto coffee ratio. However, I have noticed that the lattes are a bit weak, and are much better if you order a double shot of espresso. This makes the drink quite a bit more expensive however, when I feel that they could just adjust the ratio for the latte slightly. But the coffee is very high quality, and many of the homemade syrups are delicious. This coffee shop is inside of a craft, gift, and florist shop which is quite fun and unique. The baristas are vey matter of fact and efficient.

I have been on the search for a decent BEC in the city of Rochester since I have moved here from…read moreStrong Island and it be found at Hydra. This place is a diamond in the rough. Thank you Hydra for filling my obnoxious need for a solid egg sammy.

This place is so cute and cozy and welcoming. The staff greeted up so nicely. Our coffee was both…read morebeautiful and delicious. I got a Vanilla Latte. And a breakfast sandwich with bacon egg and cheese on a roll. I'd definitely come here again.

So thankful to finally explore this new addition to the neighborhood. I have been loving the new…read moreMiddle Eastern cafes that are popping up in our neighborhood. From my understanding, the owner is from Syria and I have some very good friends who are Syrian so it was good to experience more of their culture. The decor and space is beautifully decorated. They have 2 floors of ample seating room with comfy couches on the first floor and separate tables upstairs for studying, working or catching up with a friend. We tried their Chai tea and Pistachio latte and one of their tomato fatayers. They were out of some of their fatayer pastries since everything is made fresh but we appreciated trying what they still had for the day. Will definitely be back to try their specialty breakfast.

Everything is on point here from the service, the interior, and food. Everyone who works here is…read morewelcoming and kind. The interior is warm, beautiful, and inviting. A great place for all three meals as their menu is available all day. It is spacious and I can picture coming here for a coffee dessert and a book to enjoy. An Arabic breakfast is one of my favorite meals to have and knowing I can come here for an authentic meal is exciting. Today we got the tamarind chili iced tea, and it was unique sour and refreshing. We got an assortment of 6 dips/sides with warm bread. An absolute treat. This place is open until 12am on weekends and 10pm on weekdays so call ahead just in case you're planning to come late. So happy something is open past 9pm for a late bite.

best small coffee and cafe spot and they had the best!!! best!!! strawberry fruit freeze! would…read morerecommend!! fast paced service was amazing!

My friends and I were out for a walk along the water and I needed a drink; a quick internet search…read moretold me Sips was nearby, so off we went. They are located in a plaza on a fairly busy road. We received fast, friendly service. They offer a wide selection of drinks and food. A decent amount of indoor seating as well as outdoor seating. I had kind of planned on a iced coffee before arriving since it was a hot day, but after discovering they offered more than just black tea for their iced teas I went with a strawberry iced tea. It was made from fresh brewed herbal tea and unsweetened. The perfect, refreshing sip for a hot day! My friends both opted for strawberry smoothies and said they were good.

On a friend's recommendation, I made a point to stop in for coffee during my last trip, and I'm so…read moreglad I did. The café was charming and decked out for Pride Month, with colorful decor, posters for community events, and plenty of information on local resources. I also noticed a great selection of drink-related merch and add-ons. I ordered an iced shaken espresso with pistachio syrup--it was fantastic. This spot is officially on my list of must-visits anytime I'm in Rochester.

I really enjoyed equal grounds. I had a breakfast sandwich which was delicious and their chai has…read moregood flavor as well. I love the space inside as there's plenty of seating and games as well for others. It's in a good location in south wedge and there's a small lot in the back for parking too

Tasty sandwich. Interesting drink (lemon bar latte). Helpful staff. This is a cute shop that wasn't…read moresuper crowded. Will go a million more times.

This coffee shop is lovely and is roomier inside than it looks. Love that there is ample outdoor…read moreseating as well on the quiet end of Park Ave. I love the decor and ambiance inside - dozens of large plants by the door soaking up the sun and beautiful art made out of books on the walls! I visited at 9 AM on a Wednesday and saw many people working on laptops but it was relatively quiet and relaxing. I didn't have an opportunity to order a drink but the breakfast sandwich I ordered was pretty good. I'm looking forward to coming back to try a smoothie and a coffee!

Haven't been to the original location but I loved this spot! There's so much seating and wifi if…read moreyou want to work. There are several coffee and non coffee options too. I had the chai which was pretty standard for a chai. My friend ordered their seasonal mint matcha which was surprisingly refreshing. While I didn't try the food, I did see the menu and there seemed to be a variety of options there too. The space was clean and well maintained. They did seem to be short staffed too but our orders came out quick and it didn't feel delayed

We stopped in specifically because they advertise pour overs, but the experience didn't live up to…read moreexpectations. I ordered a Kenya pour over, and unfortunately it tasted closer to basic diner or convenience-store drip coffee--slightly burnt and lacking any of the clarity or flavor notes you'd expect from a properly prepared pour over. As someone who regularly makes pour overs at home, this was especially disappointing because there was no distinction in taste or quality. The preparation process also didn't feel intentional. The pour seemed rushed and inconsistent--initially a quick dump of water, then the barista stepped away to do other tasks, came back intermittently, and finished with a more uneven, spray-like pour. There didn't appear to be any timer use or focused brewing process, which may explain the lack of extraction quality. On top of that, pricing felt on the higher side. Milk alternatives and mocha add-ons each came with additional charges, which stacked up quickly. Service-wise, staff were polite but not particularly engaging or welcoming, which made the overall experience feel even more transactional. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this spot if you're going specifically for high-quality pour overs or craft coffee. It may work better for standard espresso drinks or quick stops, but it didn't deliver on the specialty coffee experience we were hoping for.

This coffee shop gives back to the community in ways that show incredible results. Whether it be…read moreemploying people from the neighborhood to equip them with skills and knowledge to succeed outside of the cafe, or the way in which they provide affordable food and drinks to an area that has largely been overlooked, this cafe knows how to foster good relationships and warm smiles. Will continue to be a patron here for many years to come, and am so thankful for the work that they do!

Absolutely not!! 441 Ministries operates New City Cafe and a…read morecommercial coffee roasting operation under the same nonprofit. Coffee roasting produces smoke, fine particulate matter (PM), and volatile organic compounds that can affect air quality if proper ventilation and emission controls are not fully in place. They operate and have been polluting the neighborhood and emitting harmful toxins into nearby homes . Despite known compliance and equipment concerns, roasting has continued -- including during periods when youth programming is happening. Exposure to roasting emissions can impact both environmental air quality and human health, particularly for children and individuals with asthma or respiratory sensitivities. An organization serving teens and families should prioritize strict environmental compliance and transparent safeguards. Until proper controls and full regulatory compliance are clearly demonstrated, i cannot recommend supporting this location.