Rose's Coffee Bar
Downtown St. Petersburg · St. Petersburg · Steep Index 7.9/10
A polished, spacious coffee bar on the ground floor of the Moxy hotel on Central Avenue, with seats to spare and a terrace outside.
The Steep Index
Atmosphere and solo lead together on a roomy, well-dressed space with plenty of seating. Coffee sits lowest, but this score rests on one cold brew, so it should move once the espresso drinks get a proper try.
- Coffee / Drink Quality: 6.3/10
- Atmosphere: 9.0/10
- Solo-Friendliness: 9.0/10
- Value: 7.5/10
- Staying Power: 7.9/10
- Overall: 7.9/10
Perfect for: reading, people watching, working alone
The Space
Rose's sits on the ground floor of the Moxy hotel and feels far more put together than a typical hotel coffee counter. The interior is posh and well appointed, there is plenty of room to sit, and there are tables outside.
The Coffee
I ordered the cold brew, which the staff said is made at another location. It tasted flat and a little too bitter for me. That is one drink, and I plan to come back for the espresso.
The room is better than the cold brew.
The Vibe
The mood is lively without being loud, and nobody minds a solo visitor taking a table for a while. It is an easy place to unwind on your own.
The Verdict
Come for the room and a quiet hour alone. Skip the cold brew and try an espresso drink instead, which I will report on next visit.
Practical information
- Address: 1234 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, United States
- Price: $
- Type: hotel cafe
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