"I'm super excited to have found this place. I was just passing through on my way from one city to another and needed a little pick-me-up coffee. I chose this one because it had the name of a saint but I was so excited and pleased with the atmosphere. There were people there for a Bible study. All the drinks were very thoughtfully crafted and exciting options. And the lady who made my drink was absolutely delightful. It is based loosely on the Camino which is one of my favorite adventures I've ever gone on. It was a super exciting homage to such a wonderful European pilgrimage would definitely recommend! And the coffee was delightful!"

"You are not welcome here unless you are cisgender, white, straight, and catholic. Went here twice. First time went well. Made the mistake of coming back wearing a black top. This woman initially approached me asking what I was going to get, suggested some drink with the word ‘Mercy’ in it and then said, “there is mercy for all the weirdos out there.” She would not leave me alone and took advantage of my sociability to start a deranged rant on transgender people and how they should all end their own lives for our safety. The cashier never interrupted or even looked up from what she was doing, showing me that this was a regular occurrence here. If you want a place where you can be safe and feel welcome, go to Café Steam downtown. Scooter’s is also a good option if you’re in a hurry."

"St. James Coffee is a cozy and welcoming spot, particularly great for families. I enjoyed my coffee and had a light breakfast of granola and yogurt. However, the breakfast was not quite what I expected—it was a packaged granola bar and Yoplait yogurt rather than something homemade. It was fine for a quick bite, but not remarkable. On the bright side, the space has a dedicated area with toys and board games, which makes it an excellent choice for families with kids. The atmosphere and mission of the coffee shop make it worth a visit, even if the food could use a bit more variety or customization."

"Stopped here with guys from our university catholic Newman center on our way back from a weekend camping trip and this is absolutely amazing. They have tons of different drink combinations and they have their own prayer chapel inside of the coffee shop. If you ever are traveling through Rochester, definitely give this place a try!"

"We walked in and weren't acknowledged or greeted for 10 minutes while the cashier went and talked to people instead of checking us out. Then, when we were finally able to order, I asked for a hot tea to which the barista responded "what is that?". When I pointed to their selection of teas she told me to "grab a bag of it" for her (unsanitary, why would I put my hand in a tea jar and potentially touch other tea bags). She then brewed the tea while saying she had never heard of the tea before. It was $3 and wasn't good. Definitely not worth it. Their cookies are good though, but definitely not a safe space for anyone who isn't a white conservative christian, and I'm catholic myself. Overall, weird vibes and terrible customer service."