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Ugly Duck Coffee

4.6 (167 reviews)
ModerateCoffee & Tea
Open • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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BBL (banana bread latte), 8oz
Anh N.

Cozy coffee shop with third space vibes, everyone is very friendly and welcoming! The downside is that there isn't a lot of seating space--I actually came here a while back on a weekend and ended up leaving because all the tables were occupied. To counteract the limited seating, there isn't any wifi. While I can respect this decision, it is unfortunate that I was looking for a place to do work while sipping on coffee. I got the seasonal BBL (I'm assuming Banana bread latte). The latte itself is quite strongly brewed, and the drink was very banana-forward. There is a slight hint of acidity, but i didn't mind it too much. If I'm every in the area, I think it would be more prudent to grab something to go, but I do think it's worth visiting for the coffee and the vibes!

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Kate B.

Delightful little coffee shop. We had an iced chai latte and a half sweet Snug along with a blueberry. Everything was perfect and baristas were very welcoming. No WiFi and not huge inside but good spot to stop by. Plus they have cute merch.

Lina L.

I was curious about The Snug and gave it a try and wow!! *insert surprised Pikachu face* Balanced, nuanced, and surprisingly comforting. Soft notes, smooth finish, and just the right warmth. Easily one of the best specialty drinks I've had in a long time. The shop itself is beautifully minimal with a thoughtful vibe - from the latte art to the specialized menu (they had a Back to The Future menu). Truly worth the trip to Rochester on its own. Whether you're a casual coffee drinker or a full-blown bean snob, this place is special.

Marissa B.

Such a cute and cozy coffee shop. Really enjoyed the vibe here. The baristas were pleasant and offered service with a smile. I ordered an iced matcha. It was perfectly made. Menu offers a decent variety of drink choices. The only downside I can share is seating may be hard to come by. We stopped in on a busy Sunday afternoon and the options were limited. Luckily we were able to find a seat but you are cramped next to others on bench style seating

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Jen R.

So I FINALLY came for a visit with a friend. I remember when this area was kind of barren. All that was around was Harts (now gone), 2Vine now REDD and some nice Appartments. From what I was told this space was an art shop:gallery. The person who started this spot was originally doing Pop-Ups at Scratch Bakery when it was on Park as well as other places. This free standing space is cool and it looks like they have an outdoor space to sit outside during the warmer months. The inside is not huge but well lit and bright. Lots of plants around and plenty of merchandise for UGLY... no joke. The list of coffee/tea etc is pretty compact but that's fine. They also offer some bakery goods I guess they use different ones each cycle.. but don't quote me on that. I was not feeling the selection they had and just got a drink. This spot was busy and I can see why most people will get their coffee to go. We were lucky to get a seat and a small table. They brought our drinks to us. I had the EARL TEA SHIRT EARL GREY CARDAMOM MAPLE ICE MILK I liked it came in a large cup and saucer a nice touch and I loved the color of them. My friend got I believe a macchiato or something I can't remember but it came in a smaller version of my cup set. The drinks were good, prices are pretty much what you would expect at a coffee shop. My question and I should have answered do they have WiFi? I get the feeling people come here to visit not work. Staff is hella hustling the drinks. Would I come back, sure if they do outdoor seating that would be lovely and a lot less crowded inside. Nice staff and good drinks. If you are hoping the seating is comfortable it's not.. sorry not sorry. I had a nice visit with my friend and that was priceless. The parking situation to be frank I think is only street as I'm not sure if you can use the lot by REDD.

Matcha latte with whole milk and vanilla syrup
Mei N.

So busy on the weekend, would def go earlier before 9am if you want some peace. Nice outdoor seating. Matcha latte w/ vanilla syrup was yummy but tasted mostly like my choice of milk. Would love to try their hot drinks once it's colder out!

Danielle L.

Cute little coffee shop with unique flavors and unique flavor names. Very busy when we went in.

Iced caramel latte
Morgan B.

This is my favorite coffee shop to visit when I'm in Rochester! The cutest, quaint shop with coffee that is clearly made with love and attention. The baristas are very friendly and welcoming. Service is always fast and great. Their croissants are good too. I recommend ugly duck to anyone who loves a good pastry and coffee to go with it!

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Jessica D.

Nice, clean cafe with friendly service and a small menu with excellently crafted drinks. There is not a lot of seating and no wifi so it's less great as a study spot.

Mark D.

We decided to stop by this Cafe after the one we wanted to go to had closed. We found this one online and wasn't sure what to expect. Upon entering, we were pleasantly surprised with the cafe feel of the area. This time, we just wanted to grab something to head back on the road. In the future, we would consider sitting here for a cup or two of a delicious cappuccino, latte, cold brew, etc.

Latte with oat milk and some vegan pastries

Best coffee in Rochester along with an overwhelming selection of vegan pastries. I mean come on. Almost sounds too good to be true. No wifi? No problem. The atmosphere is chill as hell. Super friendly baristas too. Grateful to live a short walk away from here.

The cenobite, the snug, vegan chocolate chip cookie

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Very busy place! Good coffee and nice inside the building. Looking forward to my next visit!

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Tasty coffee and friendly people. The cortado is luscious and smooth. Excited to try the bag of beans I bought there too.

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