Saint 1881 Coffee & Cocktail Bar

My friends and I stopped by for pre-dinner drinks before a reservation elsewhere, and we were so impressed! The vibe was incredible and the drinks were absolutely fabulous. We’ll definitely be back soon to dive deeper into the food menu!

Drinks - The old fashioned, bergamot (yummm), and passionfruit cocktails were all fantastic and dangerously easy to sip. Food was impressive too! We had the Tuna Tartare, whipped feta flatbread, pasta (amazingly delish), and the crispy brussel sprouts all disappeared as fast as they were served. Joe, our server, was on point all night and made sure we were always taken care of. Was it loud? Of course… but it was the fun, buzzy kind of loud and that made the night feel alive. Overall, a wonderful experience. An easy 5/5!

We had our engagement party/brunch here yesterday and it was perfect. The building itself is very pretty and cozy, the food was outstanding and the service was even better. They set our tables up to accommodate our large party and our waitress, I believe her name was Emma, was very kind and attentive! I had the tiramisu pancakes and of course an espresso martini. 10/10!

Saint 1881 is truly a gem in the heart of downtown Rochester. It’s the kind of place that feels both refined and welcoming — where you can enjoy the elegance of fine cocktails and delicious food, yet still feel completely at home. Wednesdays are a dream for ladies’ night, with the perfect chill vibe and a great DJ. Fridays bring an energy you don’t want to miss — the ideal spot to spend your evening. And throughout the week, it’s a beautiful place for anyone looking to enjoy a lovely drink or cocktail, a wonderful dinner, and the stunning atmosphere of the patio and outdoor view. Every visit feels special here, and I genuinely and highly recommend experiencing it for yourself.

The food is always great here as well as the atmosphere! The vibe is great and the scenery is beautiful! The food is also amazing. The Parmesan French fries and Greek salad taste delicious! I also got a strawberry spritz and it tasted real good!