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JACOB ALEJANDRO

Cafe Coffee shop

👍👍 If you are looking for specialty coffee, look no further. They carry quality roasters, and their baristas know what they're doing. It's evident after sitting here for five minutes that foot traffic is constant and well-known to the locals. I'll be finishing my coffee and taking something to go. Chee... People often mention coffee, shop, friendly, latte, espresso, staff, good,


Address

274 River St, Troy, NY 12180, United States

Website

jacobalejandro.square.site

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (311 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 6:30 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Monday: 6:30 am to 4 pm
  • Tuesday: 6:30 am to 4 pm
  • Wednesday: 6:30 am to 5 pm
  • Thursday: 6:30 am to 5 pm
  • Friday: 6:30 am to 5 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (24) shop (8) friendly (8) latte (7) espresso (6) staff (6) good (6)
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  • 4/5 Travis W. 2 years ago on Google
    Subtle soothing enveloping enchanted magnificence juxtaposed with minimalist elegance, every aspect infused with thoughtful TLC. Legit Lighting; artful with an understated opulence. Otherworldly mastery of ambiance & top-of-the-line quality coffee… it’s a vibe.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew S. 11 months ago on Google
    If you are looking for specialty coffee, look no further. They carry quality roasters, and their baristas know what they're doing. It's evident after sitting here for five minutes that foot traffic is constant and well-known to the locals. I'll be finishing my coffee and taking something to go. Cheers!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 AM 1 year ago on Google
    Simply delicious. I’ve been a number of times and I have never been disappointed. Danielle made me this blood orange espresso based beverage and I paired it with a savory scone. Yum!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cheyenne R. 2 years ago on Google
    I absolutely love coming here. The decor, atmosphere, and the coffee itself is superior to literally every other coffee shop I've been to before. I would honestly choose to go here over Starbucks 100% any day. The staff is so friendly and everything is wonderful. A favorite hang out spot of mine and I know it will continue to be!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mariana P. 7 months ago on Google
    This place is very cute cozy it kind of gives me Europe vibes 😊 the staff are very friendly! I got one of their specialty coffee Vanilla Citrus Spice Latte it was very delicious! I also got their fig walnut scone very good too! Definitely I will recommend and come back to try their other drinks!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marissa P. 2 years ago on Google
    This is the cutest, sophisticated coffee shop. They have a great seasonal coffee menu with amazing choices. I love lavender lattes and they had a Pear Lavender coffee. I got a Pear Lavender Latte and I would drink this everyday if I could. It was light and refreshing. I will 100% be back for more. You won’t be disappointed, these guys know their coffee.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Linda B. 1 year ago on Google
    I finally found a place in Troy that makes good coffee! Love the look and feel. Really nice staff and owners, Jacob and Alejandro. Great first visit. Special treat, owners own a super sweet lil doggy. 🤗
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steven Q. 11 months ago on Google
    Very nice place unfortunately the coffee was sub par, very limited options. Got two baked goods and they were overcooked. Update: Have been going here frequently because they have completely turned everything around!! Everything is amazing. The chocolate milk cold brew is my go to but the Lucky Charms was limited around St Patrick's day and was so good I went back the next day and they were sold out. I highly recommend this coffee shop!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Margaret O. 1 year ago on Google
    I got the coffee toffee cold brew and it was probably the best iced cold brew I’ve ever had. The baristas were so friendly and welcoming too. Highly highly recommend!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephen J. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to go on the Troy waterfront for an espresso drink and snack. My cappuccino and scone (cheddar/apple) was excellent. Highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris P. 1 year ago on Google
    My new most favorite coffee shop. In house roasted coffee, dedicated pastry chef, super friendly staff, beautiful atmosphere. Do not miss an opportunity to visit.

  • 5/5 Ricky W. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the most important things to have in a successful coffee shop is the service. Having someone as friendly and nice as Nelson is, is a huge reason to come back here. He told me to try the PB banana flambe latte and it was delicious. Thanks Nelson!

  • 5/5 Jeniffer O. 1 year ago on Google
    Super interesting flavors and everything was so good. Tried la Rosalia, vanilla citrus and pb and banana. The flavors are all subtle and mesh beautifully together. Really something special. The pastries are also excellent. A real gem

  • 5/5 Kat M. 10 months ago on Google
    Everything about Jacob Alejandro is right! Specialty coffees are always beyond expectations, pastries are scrumptious and atmosphere is warm and inviting. If you take coffee seriously this is the place to be.

  • 5/5 S J. 1 year ago on Google
    I found my new spot to work and read. The ambiance and brand colors are so nice! Alejandro is so sweet, and the drinks and pastries are delicious! It’s clear they really put a lot of thought into the details, and it paid off. I highly recommend this place!

  • 5/5 Kieron S. 5 months ago on Google
    Ready or not, here comes the holiday-sweet-tooth! And with it comes a very familiar craving for the decadent, above all else. No fear Jacob Alejandro has you covered. With an awe inspiring selection of pastries and seasonal lattes, and the plush-spare-no-expense decor, patrons are enticed to indulge.... I go with the Nutella Cinnamon Roll and the Pistachio Orange Blossom latte. The roll was surprisingly well-balanced. I expected a sweet desert-like confection. But the way the frosting and dough were prepared made for a delicate balance one wouldn't necessarily associate with a cinnamon roll, much less one topped with a generous serving of Nutella... Absolute perfection! The latte was refreshingly mellow and enjoyable. Well done! 👌👏🥳

  • 5/5 Rick M. 10 months ago on Google
    Great coffee, tea, and in-house specialties that change regularly. Scones and other snacks are delicious. Staff is friendly and helpful if you're not sure what to order or want to try something new. A decent amount of indoor seating, along with plenty of outdoor seating, makes it a good place to work from and meet up with people, too.

  • 4/5 Mina Y. 8 months ago on Google
    I’ve been to JA multiple times, and first I have to say this is a cute and cozy coffee shop, the baristas are super friendly, it’s definitely a good place to hang out with friends and get caffeinated. But I noticed the quality of the espresso has changed recently. I ordered a hot latte today, the taste is so light and lack of body. I felt the espresso was under extracted. Though this could be a light roasted bean, but still I could not taste the flavorful aroma of a well-pulled espresso. The foam was completely separate from the milk. The latte was like two layers, the mixture underneath was watery. Again, this is still a great coffee place. I’m just having high expectations for this place because it used to be a great espresso coffee shop.

  • 5/5 Asalah S. 8 months ago on Google
    This spot is super cute I remember my first time trying the crème brûlée latte and the tiramisu latte it took me back to Manhattan mentally. Love the staff they are so kind!

  • 5/5 Atlas O. 9 months ago on Google
    Hands down the best coffee shop in Troy! My partner and I go here often... They have the best coffee and I personally love their vegan chocolate milk! They also usually have a variety of delightful baked goods. The staff is friendly and always a pleasure to interact with.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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