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Ugly Duck Coffee

4.7 ★★★★★ 912 Google reviews · Coffee shop

EspressoCold Brew cold brew on tapfresh pastriesfriendly baristascozy atmosphere

Chill spot for espresso drinks from beans of guest roasters, other hot drinks & local baked goods.

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89 Charlotte St
Rochester, NY 14607

(585) 371-8932

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Hours

Monday 7 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–5 PM
Thursday 7 AM–5 PM
Friday 7 AM–5 PM
Saturday 8 AM–5 PM
Sunday 8 AM–5 PM

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What's in the cup

What Ugly Duck Coffee is pouring and bagging — straight from customers' own reviews, not our guesswork.

Espresso 4 mentions

“Every drink I’ve had here is perfectly balanced, especially their espresso and seasonal specials.”

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🧊 Cold Brew 2 mentions

“This is the best cold brew I’ve ever had in my entire life.”

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What regulars say again and again

The things that keep coming up across 912 Google reviews — with a reviewer's own words as proof.

🧊 cold brew on tap 2 mentions

“This is the best cold brew I’ve ever had in my entire life.”

🥐 fresh pastries 8 mentions

“I also ordered a PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE scone and a MAPLE PECAN scone, that I tasted while waiting for my coffee.”

😊 friendly baristas 6 mentions

“The baristas are genuinely friendly and knowledgeable, and you can tell they care about their craft.”

🛋️ cozy atmosphere 4 mentions

“The minimalist yet cozy interior adds to the overall charm, making it a perfect spot for both work and relaxation.”

What customers say

Excellent! I stopped for a shot of espresso, just to check if I’d come back some other time or not. The first impression was great! Bob was friendly, acknowledged my presence at the register and I only waited 30 seconds to put my order. He’s definitely the light in the place.

★★★★★ — Bob, 2025-11

This place is buzzing! If you like espresso then this is where you need to be. They also have a good range of hot drinks. On offer are some quirky merchandise and select coffees. The interior is tastefully decorated with fantastic seating. So pleased that there was no loud music. My Chai Fieri Latte was delicious.

★★★★★ — Shazbo, 2025-07

One of the coziest coffee spots in town- perhaps in general! Several great options to choose from, including beans roasted locally, a rotation of visiting roasters, hot chocolate, and other warming drinks like the Snug and the Sun Salutation.

★★★★★ — Wendy, 2026-01

Ugly Duck Coffee is hands down one of the best coffee spots in Rochester. The vibe is cozy, creative, and welcoming—perfect for catching up with a friend or getting a bit of work done. The baristas are genuinely friendly and knowledgeable, and you can tell they care about their craft.

★★★★★ — Bryan, 2025-05

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