Groton's Neighborhood Café & Bar

One door.
Two worlds.
Welcome.

Morning pour-over. Evening old fashioned. Roman Village is where your daily ritual becomes an occasion — and where the neighborhood gathers without pretense.

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346 Locke Rd, Groton, NY 13073
(607) 898-9538
Warm interior of Roman Village café with exposed brick, wooden counters, and soft lighting
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Roman Village bar area with bottles displayed on warm wood shelving
Roman Village storefront on Locke Road in Groton, New York

Our Story

Built for the
in-between moments.

Roman Village wasn't born from a trend. It was born from a simple observation: the best moments in a day aren't the milestones — they're the pauses. The coffee before the workday. The drink after. The conversation that stretches from afternoon into evening.

On Locke Road, we've created a space that refuses to pick a lane. By day, we're your neighborhood café — single-origin pour-overs, fresh pastries, a quiet corner for reading or remote work. By night, the same tables become a bar with a thoughtfully curated cocktail menu and the kind of energy that turns strangers into regulars.

No dress code. No agenda. Just good drinks, honest food, and a room that feels like it was designed for people who actually want to talk to each other.

2 Worlds under one roof
100% Locally owned
∞ Good conversations

The Space

Designed for connection

Roman Village interior with warm lighting, communal table, and exposed brick walls

The Café

Natural light, exposed brick, and a communal table that's always open. Bring a book, a laptop, or a friend — the corner is yours.

Roman Village bar at night with warm amber lighting and craft cocktail being prepared

The Bar

As the sun sets, the space transforms. Lower lights, richer sounds, and a cocktail program that takes itself seriously but never itself.

Group of friends laughing at Roman Village, casual gathering on a weekend evening

The Vibe

No reservations needed. No dress code enforced. Just a room full of people who chose to spend their evening here — and that says everything.

What People Say

The Neighborhood Speaks

"I come here every morning before work and it's become the best part of my routine. The pour-over is genuinely excellent, and the baristas remember your name after two visits. This is what a neighborhood café should be."

— A regular, Groton

"The Roman is my new go-to old fashioned. Found this place on a whim and now I bring everyone who visits from the city. The energy shifts beautifully from day to night — you can feel it."

— M., Cortland

"Finally, a place in this area that doesn't try too hard. Good food, real cocktails, and a room that actually feels welcoming. The charcuterie board is worth the trip alone."

— S., Ithaca

Visit Us

Find your way
to Locke Road

Address

346 Locke Rd
Groton, NY 13073

Hours

Mon – Thu: 7am – 9pm
Fri – Sat: 7am – 11pm
Sun: 8am – 7pm

Get in Touch

Let's talk

Have a question, want to book an event, or just say hello? We'd love to hear from you. Drop us a line and we'll get back to you soon.

(607) 898-9538 bhatch60@gmail.com
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