Rochester is the Official Coffee Sponsor of KCUR – Rochester Brewing and Roasting Company

Rochester Brewing and Roasting is delighted to announce that we are now the official coffee sponsor of KCUR, Kansas City’s local NPR station. In addition to creating the highest quality coffee and craft beer, Rochester is also committed to supporting our local community, art, music and neighbors. This new partnership with KCUR aligns with our efforts to create community here in Kansas City and support local whenever we can.

Community Connections

Other ways Rochester connects with our community include the Finest Folk First Friday collaboration with our West Crossroads neighbors, Folk Alliance International and the Hispanic Economic Development Corporation. Rochester provides coffee and beer when the Folk Alliance International office hosts local and national musicians. After the show, we encourage you to support our friends at the Hispanic Economic Development Corporation at the Party Under the I-35 Bridge. Music, food trucks, vendors and entertainment are lined up on most First Fridays, with a focus on supporting entrepreneurs and micro-businesses.

Our community connections continue in Parkville where we have hosted fundraisers for community organizations like Live Like Roo and participated in the city’s popular Parkville Microbrew Fest and Rally in the Alley.

Supporting Local Art

Rochester also supports local art by featuring different artists each month at the Crossroads location as well as hosting live music the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Our spacious Crossroads event space also serves as a rehearsal and performance area for the Fountain City String Quartet, Dreamline Theatre Company, the KC Shanty Choir and many other community arts organizations.

Supporting Public Radio

Our friends at KCUR also support local arts, music, entertainment and business as they tell the story of our city with award-winning independent journalism. We couldn’t be prouder to be the official coffee sponsor of KCUR. Now whenever you are staying Up To Date, looking for local music or art or listening to the city’s best blues, R&B, soul, jumpin’ jazz and zydeco, you know that the folks behind this great programming are caffeinated with Rochester coffee!

Rochester Brewing and Roasting Company

2129 Washington Street, Kansas City

Caleb Setiawan ★★★★★ 5 months ago

I always love when coffee shops have space, and Rochester has a MASSIVE sitting area, especially for downtown KC! Tons of room to spread out if you're working solo or relaxing with a group. They also roast their beans right in front … More of you, so you get to watch the process and talk to the employees while it happens.
Really good coffee and tea menu, so anyone can find something they like. I had the espresso tonic, which was super refreshing. Unique seasonal drink offerings too!
I'll definitely be back to try some of their beer and cocktail selections!

Natalie Winters ★★★★★ 8 months ago

Excellent coffee, tea and croissants! Both my partner and I loved the iced americano and blood orange tea had nice flavors. I don’t drink alcohol, so it’s too bad I can’t review their beers, but the menu seemed interesting. Their customer … More service was great and the atmosphere is cozy and clean.
The outside parking was pretty easy.

Heather .Heater ★★★★★ 5 months ago

Great open space and super friendly space. We loved their coffee options and would like to try their food the next time we go. It's also a great space to play trivia, and their other activities look like a lot of fun.

Rachel Griffard ★★★★★ 4 weeks ago

My (now) husband and I have always loved this coffee shop. Their beer and coffee are unmatched. We recently had our wedding reception at this location, and honestly have nothing but amazing reviews. They are responsive, incredibly helpful, … More and affordable. Not to mention, this location has an incredible amount of character. A month later, we are still hearing rave reviews about the location. Thanks to Rochester for not only being our favorite place for a brew, but also hosting one of the biggest days of our lives seamlessly. This place rocks.

4.8 318 reviews

Caleb Setiawan ★★★★★ 5 months ago
I always love when coffee shops have space, and Rochester has a MASSIVE sitting area, especially for downtown KC! Tons of room to spread out if you're working solo or relaxing with a group. They also roast their beans right in front … More of you, so you get to watch the process and talk to the employees while it happens.
Really good coffee and tea menu, so anyone can find something they like. I had the espresso tonic, which was super refreshing. Unique seasonal drink offerings too!
I'll definitely be back to try some of their beer and cocktail selections!
Natalie Winters ★★★★★ 8 months ago
Excellent coffee, tea and croissants! Both my partner and I loved the iced americano and blood orange tea had nice flavors. I don’t drink alcohol, so it’s too bad I can’t review their beers, but the menu seemed interesting. Their customer … More service was great and the atmosphere is cozy and clean.
The outside parking was pretty easy.
Heather .Heater ★★★★★ 5 months ago
Great open space and super friendly space. We loved their coffee options and would like to try their food the next time we go. It's also a great space to play trivia, and their other activities look like a lot of fun.
Rachel Griffard ★★★★★ 4 weeks ago
My (now) husband and I have always loved this coffee shop. Their beer and coffee are unmatched. We recently had our wedding reception at this location, and honestly have nothing but amazing reviews. They are responsive, incredibly helpful, … More and affordable. Not to mention, this location has an incredible amount of character. A month later, we are still hearing rave reviews about the location. Thanks to Rochester for not only being our favorite place for a brew, but also hosting one of the biggest days of our lives seamlessly. This place rocks.