Fuego Coffee Roasters — Restaurant in City of Rochester

Despite all my positivity below, one piece of decor that I found to be ethnically offensive is the reason I rated atmosphere 1-star, but let's move on... Great little coffee shop. An excellent choice for a "post-GEVA java" or an afternoon sip. With Genesee Vally Arts playhouse a block away, offering a discount for showing a GEVA ticket could make GEVA & JAVA nights a reality. Sure the plays get out late, but Fuego need only staff for an hour at the close of the play. Maybe actors eat free if they are willing to interact with other patrons. I'd go to hear from any GEVA actor about what goes on behind the scenes. With the one notable exception above, there atmosphere feels comfortable and spacious. A great place to hang out with a friends, including at the outdoor curbside tables. Very good coffee. I recommend the Guatemalan. I haven't been to Fuego since 10 years ago when they were by the University Club and I met with the bean buyer. Still a great place. Being that I have sourced coffee at farms in Bolivia, Brazil, and Columbia, I have a fair idea of quality and cupping. The front parlor is good for meetings of 2 to 4 persons. Although the parlor is next to the entrance, per the definition of parlor, and consequently maybe not be the best place in winter drafts, it is reasonably private because people just walk past and straight up the stairs to the order counter and main dining room. The colorful art-deco parlor offers a pair of cushioned chairs, a couch, and a coffee table -- one that finally lives up...

If you like coffee you will like this place. However if you a "Starbucks" love your coffee full syrup and sugar this is NOT your place.

The coffee These guys are legit roasters making craft coffee. The Barista Will was amazing in his knowledge of coffee gave me a great lesson in all types of coffee. I decided to go with a Mocha which was an amazing balance of a bitter sweet chocolate, expresso and frothed milk. One of the best I have in a long time. Will also gave us a try of their cold brew. The process they use is 12-24 hours to brew it. They even use milk from a local farm! I bought some beans to take home and try I cant wait!! I was really impressed these guys know their craft well!!

My only complaints are two minor things one it is it a bit pricey but I would pay for it. The main one is the only thing I could grab to go with it was a few cookies. I hope they expand in the future to add thing to pair their amazing coffee too. Will said they were moving to a better location a few blocks away soon so make sure you check...

Best coffee in Rochester, NY. Period. Not to mention, the tasty treats and awesome atmosphere. Fuego's focus is and always be community, which is what keeps me coming back.

Their Woodbury space gives them the most room, thus far, for folks to visit, work, read, hang out and chat, or just relax and enjoy a tasty beverage. The shop in the Rochester Public Market gives folks a chance to grab a cup of coffee and a snack, while they peruse the various wonderful vendors of our region.

This shop has a very strong focus on community: working with other businesses in the area to offer tasty treats; giving local artists opportunities to display their work; supporting various charities and groups throughout the area; providing a casual, friendly environment for all to enjoy. They also work directly with some of the farmers in Guatemala that supply the coffee that they roast, bringing a very farm-to-cup touch to the business.

Stop in and say hi to the amazing staff and try my personal favorite drink: The French Quarter. You...