I had a really pleasant experience here. The interior is calm and thoughtfully designed, creating a relaxed environment for dining or just having a coffee.the menu isn't overwhelming, but everything I tried was tasty and clearly made with care. Service was also fast and friendly, which added to the overall positive impression. read more

Came here again as part of the a Hartford coffee crawl. I got the Costa Rican coffee with a shot of brown sugar cinnamon. Coffee should definitely be enjoyed in store and not on the go to experience the drip and siphon pot ways of brewing I forgot to specify that I wanted cream/milk in it so it came out black and I could really taste the coffees full flavor. Parking can be a struggle read more

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Stopped here again for the Hartford coffee crawl. Coffee was good and strong . Service was fast and friendly. Prices are fair too. Parking is somewhat difficult to find since this coffee shop is on the main road. This cafe is always clean and quiet every time I visit. read more

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Victus is a staple of Hartford serving up some coffee staples. Their menu doesn't steer farm from the classics, but they do offer some excellent seasonal menu options. There is a variety of seating options and the décor is lovely. The baristas are extremely talented and offer up some great suggestions if you're not sure what to order. Their beans are amongst many other local coffee shops in CT and they offer an online order/subscription option. One thing to try is their Siphon coffee pot! Parking is along the street or other lots downtown but is walking distance to many Hartford businesses. read more

Victus Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

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Visited on a Thursday morning after open. Convenient parallel parking opportunities in front and side of establishment. The shop was clean and seemingly well organized. They only allow customers to use the space, WiFi, and bathrooms, which I'm sure helps with this. There were three different pour over options, and the Ethiopia medium roast I tried was great. The staff were friendly, but not particularly talkative. The prices for the Hartford area seemed reasonable given the quality of beans and drinks received. read more

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The Matcha is very high quality it's rich and earthy. The service was very sweet and felt very comforting and comfortable. 10/10 would recommend. read more

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I was immediately welcomed into the establishment and chatted with the staff. They were super helpful and accommodating. I had the blueberry scone, pumpkin chocolate chip cookie, and iced Americano. I think the Americano could use a little more espresso and a tad less water, but it was still very good! I heated up the treats after a walk and they were tasty! read more

Victus Coffee - Pumpkin spice chocolate chip cookie and blueberry scone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

The owner was working the bar which meant this cortado was top notch! The coffee cake has a sweet flavor, almost like cornbread. Nice place to meet a friend and have a cup of coffee! read more

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Cortado expertly made and delicious. Add a nice breakfast sandwich and Victus is a great place for a morning stop before work. read more

Victus Coffee - A delicious and calming way to start the day in the city. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

Me likely. Small quaint not a ton of seating but just enough. The staff was helpful and polite. My first time in Connecticut and every coffee shop is slightly different. Warning lots of homeless in CT so allllll the bathrooms require a key even the fast food ones. read more

Victus Coffee - The food is good - simple not a whole lot of options but what I ordered was very good. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

Stopped in here with my husband on a weekend wedding trip to CT, the interior was on the smaller side but functional and cute. The crumb cake was absolutely delicious! Staff were friendly, definitely a good place to stop in if you need a pick me up. Bacon egg and cheese piadina was also v tasty :) read more

Victus Coffee - Crumb cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

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A great addition to downtown Hartford near the state house. They do not have any "fru fru" coffee drinks but stock to the classics. Also have some tasty treats and sandwiches. All of their coffee is roasted at J Rene. I went on the weekend and parking was no problem but might be if you were driving here during the week read more

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So thankful for Victus moving into this space downtown. I've been a couple of times because it's close but more importantly because I like the vibe and love their mission. The baristas are always friendly and move super quick when making a drink but still put so much TLC into it. Over my visits I've enjoyed a couple of iced lattes- which were amazing, local canned drinks like 860 Kombucha, and a few snacks. My favorite has been prosciutto, Brie and fig jam on a croissant but the morning options in the case are super yummy too! It's a good space to get work done because it's very quiet and the music is perfect for productivity but there aren't a bunch of outlets so just be mindful of that. read more

Victus Coffee - Prosciutto, Brie, and fig jam on a croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

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Went to Victus Coffee while on a work trip to Hartford. The coffee shop was super cute, and the barista was very friendly. I just ordered a drip coffee, but it was very tasty. I will definitely come back here again. read more

I ordered an iced matcha latte and an egg, bacon, cheese piadia (spelling might be wrong) for $18. They asked in Whole Milk was ok and I said ok. The iced matcha was basically tasting like only milk. I had 3 other people try it and all 3, including myself, said it's not good. I considered what to do for a minute and decided maybe I should say something. I never ask for any drinks to be remade but I understand this is generally acceptable at places like Starbucks. So I asked the Barista if I could add more matcha to this drink. Her attitude was immediately very defensive and told me that it had been made with the standard number of ounces of matcha and that matcha powder is very expensive. She implied that my question was stupid because matcha is obviously expensive and if I want more I need to pay for it. So I then told her directly that this matcha tastes terrible and asked if she wanted to try it. She said she did not want to try it and that I should not have ordered it with whole milk, that next time I need to order it with oat milk. Then she walked away saying "sorry you didn't like your drink". This interaction was so bizarre to me. I don't understand why people act like they have to protect the expense of the matcha like it's coming out of their salary. If she made it badly, then maybe some constructive criticism is not a persecution. Maybe she gets these kinds of asks often and maybe that's something she has to take a minute to process as her problem. I'm sure there are ill intended people out there, but I wasn't asking for a refund. I was with my parents who are both in their 70s and my kids both under 14. I wasn't some high schooler trying to get free drinks for all my friends. It's just a bad experience that I don't wish others to have. I ended up going to the Bloom Bake Shop nearby. If you're in the area and considering one or the other, consider Bloom for a better experience. The baristas were so nice and even talked to my parents about their shop and split up a hot chocolate for my kids. read more

Solid coffee, good service. Visited on a Sunday, if I worked in downtown Hartford this would be my everyday coffee. Believe it's roasted at J. Rene from West Hartford, so closer to me from East of the river. Go here instead of Starbucks or Dunkin. read more

Excellent coffee. In fact - so great went back our second day in the city. Whether you want a good drip or a latte - can't go wrong. Coffee cake was pretty tasty as well. Friendly service - sleek inside. read more

The coffee here is amazing! I was in Hartford for a 4 day work trip and went to Victus 3 of those days and was so impressed I brought a colleague with me one day! And yes, she really enjoyed her coffee too! Plus the shop is really nice, I wouldn't call it cute, it's more of a modern sleek style? Not really sure how to describe it but the layout is bright and airy with plenty of room to work if you need to or just relax. It's definitely a vibe! Victus will be my go to wherever I visit! read more

This J.Rene Coffee Roasters shares space with the Cookshop on LaSallle in WHC. I saw the storefront when I finished lunch across the street. I needed an iced coffee at the time. One thing led to another, and I ended up at J.Rene. Service was friendly, but not very knowledgeable. The lone person working wasn't sure what kind of roast (light, medium, dark, etc.) they use to make the cold brew. She told me she believed it was a blend of South American and African beans. The coffee tasted like a dark roast. So I'll assume it was a dark roast blend. It was decently smooth and balanced to start, but it had a slightly bitter finish. It was fine, but not my favorite. I wouldn't rush back to J.Rene, but I might return under the right circumstances. Three Stars. read more

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They do a really good job with their coffee flavor and taste. This location has a little market attached to it if you are looking to shop a little. It's a neat little cafe with a variety of flavors inside blue back square. read more

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It was good enough, Ambiance absolutely clean and lovely decor, service pleasant, coffee tastes good. Easy enough to find in the city....

I've been wanting to get coffee at J. Rene in West Hartford for while. There are two locations, one is on Park Road, and one is on Lasalle Road. Today I'm reviewing the one on Lasalle Road. I've tried going here several times but they were always closed. I guess I got lucky this weekend. This is basically a coffee counter inside of the kitchen store Cookshop Plus. They have a very small seating space by the window, a tight squeeze for three guests, otherwise your coffee will be to go. I got an iced latte with whole milk. It only comes in one size, 20 ounces. I would typically get a small coffee, but they don't offer that here. This was just under $6.00. I asked for a bit of sweeter, and the barista said that would be an extra .75 cents. What? The coffee was already $6.00. I guess I made an unpleasant face when I heard that. He just let me have it this time. The coffee was pretty good, solid and full bodied. They also sell a small selection of pastries. While I enjoyed the coffee, I'm not impressed by the space or lack of variety. Maybe their other location has more to offer. This is fine, but I won't be coming back. read more

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Victus Coffee is inside Cookshop Plus, but a sign is usually outside, so you won't miss it. Victus Coffee closes much later than the J.René location on Park Road, is never crowded, and you can usually easily find parking across the street. There is minimal seating, I think four seats at most, but this isn't exactly a sit-down coffee shop; it's more of a grab-and-go type of place. The coffee beans they use are just as high quality as the ones used at the Park Road location; one difference is that the Victus brand is a bit stronger, which is great for me. This location usually has the same barista, and she's very kind and knowledgeable about the different beans and syrups used. I highly recommend their in-house made cinnamon brown sugar syrup. Overall, highly recommend! read more

I can't speak for their coffee but their food was not great at all. I ordered their egg drops or whatever. They were not freshly made. They cost $9 and came out frozen in the middle. I realized too late since I had to catch the bus. But I might as well have thrown a $10 bill in the trash. read more

The service was quick and friendly. I ordered an iced cold brew with oat milk and one shot of brown sugar flavor. It was perfect. The strong coffee taste shown through with a hint of creamy oat milk and slightly sweet brown sugar. Similar to the brown sugar oatmilk shaken expresso from Starbucks only better. read more

This is not a full coffee shop. But only a counter in the front of a store. Coffee was similar to their original store. They don't have a lot of options which were available in the original store. I went of a small hot mocha and a cinnamon coffee cake. Coffee cake was bigger than I expected. read more

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The coffee at Victus coffee is made with care and tastes delicious. They care about their craft and you can taste it. If you are in downtown Hartford, this centrally located shop is well worth the trip! Good service and good ambiance!! read more

Cute industrial style interior, kind staff, quick service and yummy breakfast sandwich! I got the "piadina" and it was delish! read more

Victus Coffee - Piadina sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

Stopped by this little gem of a coffee shop in West Hartford, CT to get a cup of coffee. I was greeted by their friendly barista and ordered a mocha latte. What made this little gem of a coffee shop a delight was while I waited for my coffee, I had the pleasure of walking around The Cook Shop which Victus Coffee is nestled in. My mocha was outstanding too. I will definitely be a returning customer. Nice way to blend two businesses together. read more

Victus Coffee - Mocha Latte to go! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

I'm so happy to see that J. Rene has expanded to a 2nd location in WeHa, and one within walking distance too! This one shares a space with the The Cookshop, so there's not as much seating, but you can pick up all your coffee supplies and kitchen goods after downing your morning cup of joe. The coffee menu is similar (mochas, lattes, espressos), but I'm not sure if they offer seasonal syrups at this location. The selection of sweets and pastries is also smaller. Still, this makes for a convenient stop for your caffeine kick whether you're out for a stroll or meeting friends. read more

If you're a true coffee lover (and I don't mean Starbucks) this is true artisan coffee. Yes of course they make lattes and other types of coffee but they are true coffee artists. I travel for a living and I appreciate great coffee places. They can do pour over coffee which has always been favorite, until now of course. After I tried the coffee they made me with the siphon pot ( amazing flavor ) I was hooked. My review will not do justice to this place, got to try it. The owner and the staff are fantastic read more

I had an opportunity to stop in on Mother's Day. I saw the sign, and the store looked impressive. It is a really nice art deco experience. I ordered a latte and it was delicious. Next time I would like to try the syphon pot coffee that was being offered. Great people, beautiful photography on the walls. read more

Fantastic coffee and service! Next time I'm passing through Hartford I'll be sure to stop in again for another oat milk latte

Stopped in on Sunday. Very inviting and warm. Got a peppermint tea and my son had an espresso and lemon poppy muffin. Well, I should say I had a lemon poppy muffin because it was so good I couldn't stop eating it! Lovely way to spend some time and chat with my son. read more

First time I tried this place. I got a dark roast drip coffee black. Walking back to the office I tried the coffee. It was sour. I tasted it again still sour. I threw the coffee in the trash. I couldn't drink it. With tip $4 in the trash. read more

Clean, good service, great coffee and food. Also a great place to meet friend's. Definitely recommend

J. René Coffee Roasters is a very covid friendly coffee shop. The baristas you meet always have such an amazing conversation topic to have with you as you order your coffee. If you are not exactly sure on what to order, their suggestions never disappoints. Aly always greets me with the kindest hello, and makes a great cappuccino. This is honestly the only coffee shop I know of since I moved to Connecticut that makes a traditional macchiato! If you enjoy a superb doppio and macchiato, the espresso shots are rich in flavor and have such a velvety feel that it's one of the best things to start your day with. read more

Convenient second location of J. René Coffee, inside of Cookshop Plus (main J. René roastery/cafe located at 320 Park Road.) Same great baristas and drink menu, with baked goods and retail coffee bags available as well. Nice (typically shaded) outdoor seating at this location and typically shorter line! A great stop for visitors to West Hartford center to try espresso or coffee from Connecticut's best artisanal roaster! read more

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What a lame joke this place is. My wife and I were looking for a coffee cafe after The Spot closed in West Hartford and came across Victus during a Google search. No greeting going in on a Sunday at 10:30AM, totally unmotivated 'server', no place to sit save for only two chairs at the window that were being monopolized, and while there were many goods in back for sale coffee related, the lights were off, and the place in back was pitch black. One has to wonder how they pay taxes on so much inventory but don't try sell anything. Coffee was average...better at Dunkin Donuts. Oh, and no bagels or any breakfast items save for cheap coffee cakes...which server never gave us until after waiting had to remind her...and there was no one else in line to take her attention away!...like I said, lame...avoid, avoid, avoid at all costs... read more

Great coffee in a great location (right downtown). The coffee comes fresh from their Park Road location, so it's always top notch. The baristas have always given quick and excellent service. 5 stars read more