City is the name applied to a medium degree roast of coffee beans. ... Coffee brewed from beans roasted to this degree will present the full flavor present in the seeds without having its characteristics masked by the roast. A city roast will tend to highlight bright, acidic notes. BelleTress City Roast is a contemporary, A-line cut, carefree, loose layers, and gentle waves all over. Stacked bob and tapered neckline in the back adds the uniqueness of City Roast.