Busy place at 8 am on a weekday. No line, however, and the staff grabbed my drink order immediately. The display case looked appealing and the snacks on the counter grabbed my attention. Meredith's bakery is always a tasty treat! Place needed some love and the signs could have been neater, but I definitely got the monkey theme! read more

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Traveled to area Minneapolis and this was my absolute fav coffee shop! Best coffee and so friendly staff!! I brought my young nieces in for a girls day and staff was so sweet to them! Best coffee hands down! read more

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Fabulous little roastery and cafe. Funky old room with ancient tin ceiling, paddle fans and big ol' roaster sitting in the corner. The Mocha Monkey Joe Frost hit the spot on the toasty July afternoon! read more

Our first time here and I'm impressed. It's a cool old building and the staff was friendly and helpful. The coffee and cafe mocha were very good. Nice place to hang out! read more

Monkey Joe Roasting Co - Monkey Joe's - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kingston, New York

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I have been frequenting monkey joes for over 5 years. Their coffee is fantastic. Their service is exceptional. Very welcoming and kind people. The business is very clean with a lot of nice art and local history. read more

Place may have been good back in the day. Latte was all milk barely any espresso. The place just looks very dingy- with dust and fingerprints all over their coffee containers against the wall. Skip this one much better cafes in town. read more

Wow this place was warm cozy and SUPER friendly. I went there to work for a few hours and it was the perfect spot. There were a good selection of classic drinks and a seasonal menu as well! The entire place is decorated with huge sacks of coffee to roast and various monkey themed decor, on brand. The place is very connected to the community and have a window hutch area with various brochures and flyers for things to do around town and in county. Definitely a good spot to grab some Java or buy a bag of beans to brew at home! read more

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Went to monkey Joes for the first time today and out of all the coffee shops I'd been to in Kingston It was the best. I love the homey feel you get right away. Everyone i interacted with was extremely kind, and helpful. It wasn't "too cool" or Brooklyn-afied. It was just perfect. The coffee was delicious and smooth. I can't wait to go back and try more drink options. read more

Monkey Joe has always been great and continues to be! the folks who work here own the place - you can tell. Coffee and a bagel that doesn't break the bank and comes with peanut butter - how great is that! It's one of only a handful of coffee shops in Kingston that draws a diversity of clients - makes for a convivial environment not overrun by isolated laptop users, instead it's filled with folks sitting with friends chatting and laughing. read more

I am consistently pleased with Monkey Joe. We have tried many of their drinks and been happy with the results and regularly swing in to grab bags of beans to brew at home. There's something for each of us (10yo, 13yo, and myself) and they staff is consistently kind, courteous and helpful. The atmosphere is fun, the building is beautiful, and we love stopping in any time we're driving down Broadway.​ read more

Went to Monkey Joe as a pit stop prior to leaving Kingston. The aroma of coffee instantly brought us into the restaurant. We didn't order any of the food just enjoyed the coffee. The place seems like a perfect spot to bring the laptop and sit to work for the day. The constant smell of coffee convinced me to buy some for the road. I chose the house special "Jazzy Joe" which is a blend that smells and tastes like cinnamon toast crunch and maple syrup. I had a cup this morning at home and savored every sip. An exact flavor match between coffee and famous cereal, without the extra artificial sweetener taste. Glad I bought the coffee to go! read more

A lot of people would say that 60 miles is too far to drive for a cup of coffee. On the day that I went to visit Monkey Joe Roasting Co for the first time, I was in Newburgh NY, a little more than 30 miles south of Kingston, and was facing another impending age appropriate night. I thought about half a dozen local options and then I remembered a cup of coffee that I'd had a couple days before. It was, and I find it hard to even say this; perfect. I called the Gunk Haus, complimented them about my splendid cup of java and asked them where they sourced their beans.. They told me, I thanked them and I hit the road. The place is classic coffee shop chic. The vibe was mellow and friendly and the coffee was a just reward. A lot of people would say that 60 miles is too far to drive for a cup of coffee but I say that's just not true. Not if the coffee is at Monkey Joe Roasting Co. Life is short but places like this make it sweet as well. read more

Monkey Joe Roasting Co - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kingston, New York

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Just stopped in to what is one of my favorite coffee stops and walked out. Not only was the costumer in front of me not wearing a mask but the woman waiting on him wasn't either. I stood there for 5 minutes hoping the barista would put her mask on but she didn't so I left. I know wearing a mask is annoying, but as a nurse who wears one all day it's what we have to do. read more

This is my favorite coffehouse in the Kingston, NY area. The coffee is out of this world, the treats are always fresh and SO SO GOOD, and the atmosphere is welcoming. SO why only 4 stars? I'm not from Kingston, so I am usually visiting on the weekends and Monkey Joe isn't open on Sundays. I am SO disappointed that the last three times I've been in town I was there on a Sunday and could NOT get my Monkey fix. This is a really fun place with a great welcoming decor. I'm a stickler for good service and the staff has always been great...I just wish I could give them another visit. read more

Dine or Ditch? Dine... "Monkey Joe? What do they have banan- OH MY GOD! COFFEE!!! GIMME GIMME!" Am I a caffeine addict? Yes, yes I am. Let's just get that out of the way. It's probably a "problem" considering if I don't start the day with coffee I get headaches and I'm dead all day, but it's socially acceptable and it helps me get through the day and keep me focused, so... hold on, let me get a sip of coffee... that's the stuff... yeah... what was I saying? Oh! Review, right... This place is a fun, small town coffee shop. It's like NYC in the 90s before Starbucks came in and developed New York's biggest, cleanest public bathroom company that also offers coffee if you feel guilt on the way out of the shop. It's a small shop with a few tables and, when coffee is being brewed, a magnificent smell. They offer four coffees daily, three regular and one decaf, of varying flavors. You can taste them and get a feel for which coffee you want to enjoy. I was up there for a few days and found myself in there every morning. On my third day I was even remembered and formed a bit of a rapport with the staff (over my spilt coffee the morning before). You feel at home quickly in this coffee shop and it's definitely my goto shop in the area. For a bit of the bad. Now, I'm not a morning eater, but I was a bit hungry walking in. They recommended the scones. I found mine pretty dry. I didn't really feel compelled to get another any day besides my first. This was my deduction of the star because the coffee was perfect for me and my ONLY real reason for coming time and time again. read more

Monkey Joe Roasting Co - The machine behind the smell of the coffee gods - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kingston, New York

I have been coming here for over 20 years. It has the best coffee and I am a coffee lover for so many years-THE BEST COFFEE EVER!!!! I have been here with both owners and without a doubt Melissa and Brit make this feel like home.They know their customers' names and coffee preferences. There is no place like this. You must sample the coffee at least once to know the taste of great coffee. Linda read more

This place has great coffee and its fun to watch the roaster work. That being said there are negatives. The place looks like no effort has been made in decades to spark up its look. The pastry offerings look very low end. In short not appealng to me as a place to spend much time or try anything but coffee. read more

They are closed on Saturday and Sunday. Yelp has it opened on Saturdays. It's a great place for Espresso, I drive 20 minutes from Rhinebeck and it's worth the drive read more

If you are looking for good coffee, don't come here. All I could think when I was waiting for my drink was "this COULD BE something great but it needs to go on a coffee shop makeover show". Then I tried the coffee and decided they shouldn't bother with that either. - I got an iced latte with honey (my standard drink). The espresso is weak and overwhelmingly acrid and the honey tastes like cheap, gross honey. - my wife got a frozen joe3. She asked how many shots are in it and the response was "1.25 for the 16 oz and 1.5 for the 20 oz". Really? What legit coffee shop does quarter shots? She got it anyway and hoped for the best. After 3 sips she didn't touch it again. It tasted like coffee beans blended in milk. So bland. Save yourself the 10 bucks and go elsewhere. The environment is dingy and cluttered and the coffee is lackluster and boring. read more

This place is a little gem in Kingston. The coffee is superb and the staff is very pleasant. I tried their blueberry muffin toasted with a bit of butter, highly recommend. The coffee is freshly ground in-house and they have a very large variety to choose from. All the coffees on the wall can be ground and used upon request. Really the only reason I docked this place a star is due to their lack of wifi. Everything else was spot on. read more

First time in Kingston, needed to kill an hour so of course I had to find coffee. This little gem was the perfect fit! Quaint little shop, roast in - house, friendly folks running the place. Tom didn't mind my asking questions while he roasted & Brit was ever thankful for my patience as my hand-picked dripped. Love the coffee, the building, & the vibe. They truly care about the craft & the people! read more

Kingston's best coffee hands down! The service here is great. I had a great selection of caffeinated beverages to choose from all equally as good. The staff is pleasant and helped me make a great decision! I am coming here again! read more

Get the Jazzie Joe blend of coffee...it has an amazing aroma, a little bit of cinnamon, a little bit of nutmeg, a little bit of...who knows. But it is tantalizing! I buy it whole beaned and grind it at home for supreme freshness. The staff is super friendly They have great gluten free baked goods from a local baker, too, along with regular baked goods. I come to Kingston about once every six weeks, and try to get to this place for some coffee every time I am up there. read more

Amazingly delicious coffee, incredibly friendly and knowledgeable staff, literally can't say enough good things about it except you should come check it out ! read more

A friend brought me a cold brew from here some years ago and it was love at first taste!! I couldn't tell you how many people I've recommended Monkey Joe's to, but I can tell you that they've all love it!! The ladies are the best, the coffee is by far the best I've ever had, the mocha latte , even their teas are amazing! If you don't try Monkey Joe's, you're only cheating yourself! read more

If you want coffee in the Hudson Valley, this is the best place. I was looking for the whole coffee shop experience, so I didn't rate it five stars, but the coffee is first rate. A traditional storefront and awning lead to a tile floor, five low tables for four and two high tables. Victorian lamps and ceiling fans light the otherwise dark room. Dozens of toy monkeys smile on patrons from their spots on shelves and in the front window. Pictures of famous monkeys, from the Planet of the Apes monkeys to Curious George, line the walls. This place is all about coffee. Upon entry, the aroma of coffee is almost overpowering. On the right wall 50-odd green plastic dispensers for whole beans of all sorts await patrons with varied tastes. The fireplace is even blocked by bags of beans. Coffee paraphernalia is evident and retro coffee ads can be found in the bathroom. A listing of the coffee blends, mostly South American and African, is front and center on the chalkboard menu. Fruit smoothies and specialty drinks round out the offerings. The cheerful barista informs me that any of the whole bean coffees can be ground in a French Press and served. A flavored coffee, two decaf blends, a Mexican, and a Sumatra sit in metallic self-serve containers to the side, so I take this option so I can sample the offerings. The barista hands me a classy blue coffee cup. The Mexican had a wonderful aroma with a rich flavor. The Sumatra was even better, with deep textures and not a hint of the acidic taste so common at Starbucks. Pleasant music is playing, but it is periodically drowned out by the sounds of the city: car horns, emergency vehicles, and rumbling trucks. A healthy mix of hurried urbanites and rough-and-tumble jean-clad locals shuffle in and out. A woman with donning a jean jacket with a skeleton painted on it walks in holding a bright red umbrella. She has abundant piercings, tattoos, and chains. A couple of ladies have a 20 minute conversation about which bulk coffee to buy. A woman plans her dinner while her daughter talks softly on the phone. This was the only sit down coffee shop I've visited with no wifi. None. I also found no couches or comfy chairs available for relaxation and conversation. This shop was focused primarily on coffee sales and to-go coffee. read more

What a wonderful experience!!! Choices, choices, choices!! Great coffee and yummy pastries!!

Amazing espresso shot pulled by Britt and she also made a just as equally splendid pour over. I chose the Jazzy Joe's. Would come again for sure when passing by Kingston. Also great customer service and vast coffee selection read more

Cute cafe that also sells fresh roasted coffee beans. You can grind them here or at home. When you're lucky, you may even catch them roasting in the big machine. read more

I wanted to like this place but I think it's pretty overrated. It's nice inside and the people who work there are friendly. I think that what they do is pretty cool, the roast their own coffee beans on site, but the same flavor of coffee can taste different on multiple visits, sometimes it's more bitter than it should be. the hot chocolate is also a little bitter, even after adding whipped cream and sugar to it. As for the baked goods, I've had some decent bagels here, and I had a cookie once that was ok, but I was in here recently and all the cookies look burnt. why would you put burnt cookies in a display case for sale? throw em in the garbage where they belong. I had a cranberry muffin that wasn't anything too good. It had cinnamon in it and I don't think that belongs in a cranberry muffin. the coffee, hot chocolate, and baked goods are all better next door at stone soup. read more

This is the best local coffee shop in town. Definitely pay a visit here if you're passing through. It's right on Broadway. Their best drink has got to be the Chocolate Monkey followed by King Kong Cookie. The Chocolate Monkey has a perfect blend of chocolate and banana. I'd choose this place over a Starbucks any day. read more

I love Monkey Joe's I wish they had more stores in the lower Hudson valley so i can have it every day of the week!!! As it is every week I go and get a Caramilla Monkey Joe Frost and it blows a coolatta out of the park!! read more

When visiting a family member locally, we can here every day for coffee. The service was great and the coffee was even better.

I love this place. The staff is sweet and the drinks are made with love. My dirty iced chai latte is such a treat, but I am all about their coffee. I like when they have the coconut flavor- so yummy! I have only had one coffee that did not suit my palate, otherwise, this place is a gem. Wifi would be a nice added touch -- but I usually just come on my lunch break to get awayyyyy from a computer anyhow. The building is gorgeous, check out the tin ceiling and enjoy the aroma of the coffee brewing. read more

Came here a while back and it was exactly what I was looking for. A great, cozy coffee shop with delicious fresh coffee in many varieties. The ambience is very hip and relaxed for the area. It felt like I was in a young, vibrant town instead of Kingston. They also have fresh pastries and bagels. My friend had the "chocolate monkey" and it was so good! A frosty chocolate drink with hints of banana. Wow. Whenever I'm back in town I'll definitely come back here. read more

Great atmosphere and friendly staff. I enjoyed my coffee that I got too. I look forward to coming back when I can spend more time here.

This has to be the best coffee place in Ulster County. The owner, Gabe, has been at it 12 years and is a coffee obsessive. Uses great, single-origin beans from brokers with which he has developed relationships over many years. That means he gets great product. A huge Dietrich roaster in the shop is where the beans are roasted. Most great independents around the US don't roast as this place does. Coffees, whether a very unique espresso drinks (they use a blend with a yellow bean (delicious!)), pour-over, french press, or drip are fab. Monkey Joe would do fine in any city in America. The coffees are that good. That it's in Kingston, NY was a bit surprising to me but that's where they're from and so it is. Head and shoulders above anything else I've tried north of New York City. The website (at monkeyjoe dot com) offers a ton of great detail about the beans and roasting methods they use. Talk to Gabe for 5 minutes and you'll understand why this is truly outstanding coffee. And, the cafe itself itself is a bit bohemian with plenty of seating; very comfortable. Monkey Joe is a real treasure in Kingston. read more

Been on the road and I haven't had anything but terrible truckstop coffee for days... I was so thankful to find a monkey Joe's. my Americano was heavenly. read more

Love their coffee, the beans to go and the best muffins to start the day with! Really friendly baristas too.

Monkey Joe's is a fine coffeehouse. Because they roast beans there, it's got a great coffee aroma. The waitstaff is courteous and friendly, and the layout is tasteful and fun. Oh, and they serve fine coffee too. So why four stars and not five? Because they don't have wireless service! I asked why not, and was told that they have a fine business without it and would rather "have people talking with each other." Hey, I like to talk to people too, but I also like to work in a public space, and working in a public space these days, for me, means access to the Internet. This shortcoming will reduce the frequency of my visits despite the many delights Monkey Joe's has to offer. read more