Our Story
The Beginning
Alexis Jensen grew up in Roslyn always dreaming of a coffee shop like this. She first fell in love with the craft while working at Joe Coffee Company during grad school — learning about sourcing, farming, and how a great café becomes the heart of a neighborhood.
After seven years in Brooklyn, she and her husband Joe became regulars at every neighborhood café they could find. They loved how each one served as a gathering place — part workspace, part social hub, part living room for the block.
When they saw a storefront open up in Roslyn Village, Alexis jumped. "This is definitely a coming-home moment for me," she said. They opened Sweet Harbor Coffee in early October 2025 — with a newborn in tow. "People say we had two babies," Alexis laughs. "I think that's a good way to describe it."
The Space
The design was inspired by a single photograph — August in Amagansett — two kids skateboarding down a sunny street. "You can feel the energy of that photo," Alexis said. "You can almost hear the song playing in the background."
That vision came to life in the exposed brick walls, orange-and-brown checkered wall tiles, boho-beach pendant lighting, and vinyl records hung alongside carefully chosen art. Every detail reflects their personalities.
Joe, a lifelong musician, curates the daily playlists — shifting from classic rock to soul and R&B depending on the mood. "When you walk in, if you know us, you'll say: this is so them."
What We Stand For
Quality
We use ethically sourced beans and ceremonial-grade single-origin matcha. Every detail — from the grind to the pour — is intentional.
Community
We built this place to be a gathering spot. For high school kids, young parents, local business owners, and everyone in between.
Craft
Every cup comes with latte art. Every playlist is curated. We believe the little details are what make a place feel like yours.
Home
After seven years in Brooklyn, Alexis came home to Roslyn. This shop is her love letter to the village she grew up in.
⚓ On the Harbor
"We're just happy to give the love back, and serve the best coffee we can."
— Joe Jensen