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2005-08-16 09:46:18 I would like to mention that this appears to be the first place on the Web to list this new shop. Wiki's Rock. —FarMcKon
2005-08-17 14:41:13 Awesome. —RyahDahl
2005-08-19 03:14:16 JayceLand #341 on July 21 beat y'all. (![[WWW]](http://rocwiki.org/wiki/eggheadbeta/img/sycamore-www.png){kind=small}
http://www.jayceland.com/LunchNStuff/Archives/2005721.html) —JasonOlshefsky
2005-08-20 07:18:45 I've been here once - the espresso drinks were solid. I'll try again soon with a laptop. —RossMessing
2005-08-21 11:28:48 The wireless works well. Actually there are four different ESSID's visible. —TobinFricke
2005-10-06 05:42:04 Boulder Rocks! (ha ha) Great open mic on Wednesday nights 8 - 11! —TomKaminski
2005-10-10 14:51:12 Lets see info -wiki- umm... I saw Shawnee Boyee w/ Tara & Gregory Paul (not so 20 somethings). Thanks for allowing that freak and his minions in from the cold. It rocked! —JayPeek
2006-01-13 22:04:59 Nice place, recommended! —GirtsFolkmanis
2006-01-14 11:55:54 Try the Vanilla Dream drink. It's really good and tastes like cold liquid vanilla Tootsie Rolls. —TomKaminski
2006-04-18 11:17:46 The frozen hot chocolate is great! The atmosphere is very nice too; it's a great place to relax. —RachelBlumenthal
2006-07-28 07:22:25 This building has been hit multiple times by cars. I'd get my drinks to go! —TomMaszerowski
2007-02-21 21:25:45 Boulder is quickly becoming my favorite coffeehouse in town; relaxing, great wireless, and they change the music constantly. —SarahLeone
2007-02-22 16:29:45 Last night was my first time back to Boulder since the remodeling, and it was better than I had remembered. It was open mic night and it was absolutely packed. I didn't stick around for too long because by that point there were no seats, but I'm really happy to see that Boulder has such a large following now. I had a hot apple cider and an M+M cookie, and both were very good. I think that the alcohol is a good addition as long as the atmosphere stays pretty relaxed—I just hope it doesn't turn into more of a bar than a coffee shop. —RachelBlumenthal
2007-02-22 16:32:36 I've stopped going here since they got their liquor license - I'm too afraid that between the coffee, pastries, booze, and live music, I might never ever leave. —DanielMiner
2007-02-27 14:13:56 I love this place. Higghly recommend the South Clinton Cordon Bleu. Wifi is excellent. sometimes tough to get a seat close to a power outlet, but it's worth it. —ChristopherWahl
2007-03-26 15:07:33 Nice place, very diverse menu of items for food & drink and a pretty well stocked selection of alcohol. It can feel a bit cramped and considering it's size, doesn't seat as many as you'd think. Probably a bit over hyped. But they do have a free internet terminal! —TravisOwens
2007-03-26 15:09:33 I'm probably the only one that can't stand this place. The drinks are bad, coffee is always horrid there. Not a fan of their music choices either.—KimBee
2007-03-27 12:08:47 I lie somewhere between KimBee and the rest — I think the location is beautiful and inviting, and the addition of an actual coffee house in the coffeehouse tradition is great to our area. Their coffee, however, I find to be rather weak and bland (but it's been awhile since I've been...). This is curious, because I believe they use Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters which, at other locations seems to taste much better than what I've had here. —RochesterGuy
2007-03-27 21:13:45 I agree with KB and RG — coffee is generally not very good, which is a shame. Good environment and location though. (Boulder staff — if you're reading this, please try to make sure that coffee is served HOT without grounds in it.) Sorry to be so critical. —GrahamSaathoff
2007-03-30 08:56:19 I think you few people are completely crazy. I have been a patron of Rochester's coffee shop scene for years. My regular spot's used to be either Java's or Starry Nites. A few months ago I decided to check out Boulder and I LOVE it! I personally feel that their menu is superior to all coffee shops in this city that i have been to and that their coffee is delicious. Obviously those of you who don't like it have no experience in what a fine cup of coffee should taste like. shame on you amateurs! —RaeannWilmot
2007-03-31 10:31:53 There is a person who is a stakeholder of Boulder has been editing negative comments on this page. Many edits came from IP 74.74.155.155 which is used by Boulder Coffee. —BadFish
2007-03-31 13:59:44 bad fish - the person already apologised and didn't know that you couldn't edit comments. its over. get over it. anyway, what do you want to do about it, ban that IP address from Roc Wiki. Its a public computer and who knows how many people go on roc wiki from that terminal. it could be used by hundreds of different people each week. —TrevBlannon
2007-04-01 16:00:37 My first trip to Boulder was today (a Sunday afternoon). I had a coffee and the Cuban Alexander panini, and both were delicious. Staff was friendly. I'm sure I'll be back again. —StevenDibelius
2007-04-27 15:07:14 I love the idea of a combination coffee shop and bar and Boulder has pulled it off pretty well (albeit the drink selection is limited). I also enjoy the decor - its funky without being too out there. However, the live music is always MUCH too loud. My friends and I would spend alot more time here if we weren't always being driven out by the music. —EllenKelsey
Discuss the content of the Boulder page here:
Wow, edit 68 whacked lots of prose, some of it too thick, but some of it also good. In trying to retain every fact and yet keep the article compact while converting to the active voice, maybe i left unnecessarily thick prose, but the current strings of sentences/facts also reads too clumsily and uneven. It read lots better then than it reads now, even ignoring existing errors. I would like to restore some of the previous edits, probably when i get new photos. — JohnLam
2007-03-30 11:04:48 Looks like DoctorRachel also deleted my comment: Here's what I wrote on 3/27/07 2007-03-27 08:11:01 @Kimbee: The person who edited your comment came from IP address: 74.74.155.155. (Disclosure: I have never been to Boulder C Co but would like to try it.)" —BadFish
2007-03-30 20:06:12 This might sound a bit extreme, but I suggest that all comments for Boulder Coffee be removed, and that comments (and perhaps editing in general) be prohibited for this site. It could be noted on the B.C. page that there is some dispute about the quality of the coffee /environment at Boulder, and that advocates of this business have not observed wiki guidelines. —GrahamSaathoff
2007-03-30 14:35:03 Okay, first my comment was deleted and next it was moved to the "talk" section. I feel it is important to remain on this page, not only the comment but the fact it was deleted. Adam, please feel free to leave a comment on my page as to why you feel it should be in the talk section but I'd like to again place it here. "2007-03-30 11:04:48 Looks like DoctorRachel also deleted my comment: Here's what I wrote on 3/27/07 2007-03-27 08:11:01 @Kimbee: The person who edited your comment came from IP address: 74.74.155.155. (Disclosure: I have never been to Boulder C Co but would like to try it.)" (Adam — no hard feelings to you, only to the person who deleted it.) —BadFish
2007-03-30 20:46:21 Does it clearly say on one of the main about-the-wiki pages that you shouldn't edit other people's comments? I would think it'd be a given, but clearly some think it's ok to delete comments they don't like. Maybe we should have a nice clear paragraph somewhere, perhaps on the Wikiquette page, reminding people to leave other people's comments alone. The correct way to deal with a comment you don't like is to respond to it in a mature way, not delete it. Also, I don't think everyone realizes that nothing is ever truly deleted here, so think before you write. —RachelBlumenthal
2007-03-30 20:54:10 Jessica/Raeann/yourmothers/Boulder coffee: How was my comment straight out mean or slanderous? It was an honest opinion and review. I could, upon further inspection, have launched into a long list of the things I did not like but chose to keep it short and simple. And to assume that someone who doesnt like your coffee automatically is a "Starbucks goer" and listens to country music? Way immature. Talk about bad wording and tone. —KimBee
2007-03-30 21:18:00 What does a public computer have anything to do with it? Some of us find it suspicious that several new users come on within days of each other, deleting negative reviews about Boulder. —RachelBlumenthal
2007-03-30 21:26:10 You have plenty of good reviews. A couple of reviewers don't like your coffee. So what? Whenever I've been there, the place is packed. What does it matter if a couple people don't like your coffee? Everyone has different tastes. —RachelBlumenthal
2007-03-30 21:30:00 Jessica / All - I hope that we can stop this flame war. I think that everyone will be best served if no future comments about Boulder Coffee (or any other business) are edited, and if this behavior is not encouraged or rewarded. Jessica — by making an issue of negative comments about Boulder Coffee, you only make them more visible and prominent. If you feel that a comment or review is inappropriate, you should respond in a mature, appropriate manner, especially as you are a representative of a local business. —GrahamSaathoff
2007-03-30 21:31:21 That said, I don't have much of an opinion one way or the other about Boulder at this point. I'm just tired of seeing this wiki argument go on and on. —GrahamSaathoff
2007-03-30 21:38:29 I long for the old days, when we debated the merits of Democrat and Chronicle entry, beat each other into a bloody pulp for 12 minutes, agreed there was room for all of us and moved on. I have to leave now and go cross Jessica off my list of Christmas Card recipients. —JohnMoriello
2007-03-31 10:26:03 Again with the editing of KimBee's comment! This time it was by DoctorRachel, and it just returned the comment to its original form, but I don't think that's ok. If Kim wants to delete the part about other people editing it, that's fine, but I don't think DoctorRachel should have done that—maybe it wasn't intended to be malicious in this case, but... —RachelBlumenthal
2007-05-02 19:10:01 finally! a coffee house in the true tradition. great atmosphere, delicious coffee and food. A++. —RedDress
2007-05-04 23:37:45 Tried again recently as it's one of the closest coffeehouses to my home. Coffee is unfortunately still weak. In the spirit of constructive criticism, coffee should be able to hold it's color when milk or cream is added. Boulder's coffee turns beige when only very little is added, signifying that it is simply being brewed at an incorrect strength. I can't express how much I wish this was better, as their ambiance is quite nice and I'd really like to visit more often. —RochesterGuy
2007-06-15 03:05:17 Stopped in for the first time tonight. Had a decent frozen coffee, but loved the awesome atmosphere, great music, and outdoor fire pit! My bf ordered a "fresh squeezed" lemonade and they weren't kidding — the staff squeezed the lemons and mixed the drink from scratch right there in front of us! Nice touches all around and I'll definitely return. —MattDeTurck
2007-11-14 13:35:53 Went a bunch of times when it first opened and always hung out in the comfy seating area in the back. During the remodeling I pretty much stayed away. Since the expansion I’ve been going regularly on weekend afternoons and really love the place. The Wifi is a nice addition, but I usually go to chat with friends. I haven’t been for live music yet but am looking forward to checking it out as well. —ZedOmega
2007-12-29 19:25:54 Andrew thought the tall windows, cozy atmoshpere, and nice looking girls a nice change from other coffee houses. He also mentioned the space and abundance of it. Marisa had a communication problem with one of the staff but handled it smartly. I really liked the firepit in the back, a fine idea in the winter time (especially when whiskey is involved). —IanLinenfelser
2008-02-24 13:01:29 One thing that needs to be said is that the wi-fi here is spotty...it seems to be underpowered for the number of users on it. Wicked slow even for just browsing pages. —LarsPeterson
2008-02-24 13:01:43 One thing that needs to be said is that the wi-fi here is spotty...it seems to be underpowered for the number of users on it. Wicked slow even for just browsing pages. —LarsPeterson
2008-04-01 22:06:58 Last week I was having a shitty day at work and stopped into Boulder to treat myself to something decadent. Barista Gina created for me the most delicious caramel latte I've ever had. Add to that the fact that Boulder has supplied a space for many displaced A/V Space shows (and plays solid music most of the time during the day) and has also given certain *ahem* hipster Gibbs Street establishments a run for their money, and I just swoon. The DIY spirit is alive and well in Rochester. Boulder has my business, always. —RochesterRed
2008-04-28 23:53:21 Nice decor and laidback, lounge feel. The barista with the curly hair is VERY good. Sandwiches are solid, as are the sweet treats. But their espresso is consistently good. —SmitaRao
2008-06-05 23:18:59 Like many, i visit Boulder and see friends and acquaintances. Though i find the loud music annoying at times, tonight i found it especially so. A friend and i found ourselves shouting over the music at each other. Upon asking to have the volume turned down in one corner, a barista said it wasn't possible, and further, Boulder had a “policy” to keep the volume up—evenings after sundown. This seems inconsistent and even uninviting for a coffeehouse, a natural place for conversation. Is mediocre music turned up loud suppose to make Boulder cool or fashionable? —JohnLam
2008-06-10 17:03:16 In response to JohnLam, I'd like to point out that Boulder is really a music venue. Their tag line has always been "Rock the Wedge." Music is their modus operandi. Its not a typical coffee shop in many aspects ... especially having alcohol and live bands (i think every night?). Even though I may not like some of the music they are playing, I think its great that they are really breaking the mold of a typical coffee shop. I only had a problem with the volume once when i was sitting right next to the speaker! But they have plenty of quiet places to sit so I obviously sat away from the speakers. —RudyGalshmire
2008-06-11 11:28:18 Laid back eclectic lounge. The food was sub-par, but I didnt expect much. The "crunchy" people at the counter didnt seem to be in this universe when I ordered, so I just blame them. Lyjha Wilton, the owner, is a champion for the South Wedge neighborhood and I applaud him for all he has done for the neighborhood, so I will continue to frequent his establishments. I think his "South Wedge Colony" is more my style. I have to try it there soon. —MrRochester
2008-06-11 12:42:22 Rudy- If "Boulder is really a music venue", then why wouldn't they rename it Boulder Music Company? The name of their business indicates that they focus on coffee, their level and style of service as well as their atmosphere seems to say otherwise. Just my two cents. —KimBee
2008-07-02 17:51:00 I don't think a place like Bug Jar needs to change their name to be considered a music venue ... right? —RudyGalshmire
2008-07-06 22:16:04 Nice place, great atmosphere, but if you're over 40, you'll feel like you're a million years old. You may even feel that way if you're over 32. Spot Coffee downtown has a nicer age mix. So does The Mez. —MaxCalvada
2008-07-16 17:52:05 I was at the coffeehouse today when an accident occurred. It's kind of scary when you see a car coming towards you while sitting at a table. Something out of the movies I think. It was pretty crazy. I think the only thing that made people do is think twice about sitting next to the front doorway again. —AnthonyMorelle
2008-07-17 17:34:46 Wi-Fi now requires a password, and didn't work for me, though it wasn't critical and I didn't try too hard. —RottenChester
2008-07-17 20:24:03 I totally didn't know Boulder was hit again yesterday. I just went there this afternoon and had my usual cypress grill and arctic mocha. They're both very good, in case you're wondering. —JoannaLicata
2009-02-09 08:51:16 Service at the Genesee Street location is soooo slowwww. —CoolCan
2009-05-04 17:06:18 I love Boulder in the Wedge. The one at Brook's Landing is improving too. The Market location, however, is a disaster. I've now been there two times in the Spring of 2009 for Saturday breakfast. The first time we waited forever for some really poorly made espresso drinks (no discernible difference between a latte and an cappuccino). I figured I'd give it another shot a few weeks later, but things were even worse. At least half of the staff working at this location have no idea how to work an espresso machine. During the second visit we also waited >30 minutes for some poorly prepared eggs (eggs overeasy were greasy and overcooked). Somebody please let me know if you have a positive experience there because I won't be going back until they get their act together. —MaryAnneSchnarkles
2009-07-10 23:59:53 (comment on Brooks Landing location) Boulder Coffee is a mixed bag. The location is excellent and serves as a valuable community space. The interior design is amateurish and at times nonsensical. The second floor is cozy, but the bottom one is dark and drafty. Both have a nice view, but the windows trap condensation in the winter (again, poor interior design). The couches are comfortable and some of the tables are very functional, others are wobbly and poorly lit. The hot drinks are about average (for Rochester). The sandwiches are good, but the portions are at times laughable (pay $7 and get piece of cheese and ham between two slices of supermarket sponge bread along with approximately two sliced leaves of salad and a tablespoon of dressing). —Giffen
