Java's Cafe

Post-pandemic prices up, selections and crowds down, the vibe here and all across downtown feel lacking. The dessert and coffee smell and taste just as good as ever, though, so save up your change and help revive the scene.

Let's be honest; Java's doesn't need anyone's Google review. It's long-earned it's keep. In over 30 years Java’s hasn’t changed much, and I hope it never does. Their environment is easily one of the coolest and coziest in town, and they’ve been making excellent coffee, tea, desserts, and more since opening in 1992.

It was a cool place for coffee, had decent pastries (little but dry), and a pool table downstairs. I may go back here. The aztec mocha coffee was good but wish it was a little stronger.

I remember this place from my youth. It's changed a bit since then - less beatnik and more metro. Still has great ambiance and a plethora of tasty drinks. I only wish the cappuccinos were much larger!

Nice cafe for a cup of cappuccino, the atmosphere and staff were very good, the entrance leads right into the ordering counter and causes a bit of traffic jam near the entrance, the coffee was good, carrot cake was a little too sweet, located in downtown Rochester near Eastman Music school, love the old fashionable interiors

The space is cool and the lady at the register had a cool lime green hat that made her spirit seem cooler 🙂... I like how the establishment is built. It's a little cold but it's cool.. I'm from buffalo eye am used to it. Lol

The coffee was very delicious, but pastries were not fresh. Staff was very friendly and professional. Atmosphere is good as well.

I always make a point to visit this unique coffee place when visiting. The Aztec hot coca is simply amazing. The art is great to look at while enjoying libations. They have a downstairs pool table. They are gluten free and vegan friendly.

I came here a lot in the 90s when I was a young teen 13-15 years old<---(not recommended in today's society to be downtown without adults or parents). Tonight I came here before the RPO with my wife. Good little place to get in some nice conversation as the music is not overly loud. My wife's eggnog cappuccino was delicious! My plain old vanilla coffee was not so glorious. Tasted extremely bitter and watered down. Baked goods were awesome giant macaroons are 🔥🔥🔥

The atmosphere is very relaxing and their pastries always delicious here too. I recommend trying them out whenever you have a chance.