Starbucks is my ultimate go-to place for coffee. I don't go there a lot because I can't always afford it, but when I do, it's a treat in itself. Love their specialty drinks and the wonderful customer service I receive each time I go. Also, Starbucks is one place I love receiving gift cards from for the reason of treating myself or just something different from the usual. This location is always quick and reliable and I keep going back because their service is top-notch!
(5)
Ben R.
Overall good Starbucks to go to when your shopping in area. Pros: -Great coffee -Staff is nice -I like the misters outside Cons: -Dirtier than most,especially outside -No comfortable seats,maybe that's intentional so you don't stay too long.
(3)
Kate K.
Other reviewers are hating on this location because it's by a local coffee shop. I get it. Starbucks seems to routinely move in next to its competitors. But yelp exists to review single spots, so let me assure you, fellow Yelper, that there is nothing particularly wrong with this Starbucks location except that it doesn't have a drive through. Otherwise it'd be just as fine as the (thousands of) other Starbucks.
(3)
Stacy F.
Have to agree with Andrew S. on this one - not good, not bad. The location itself is in a strip with some other shops, so this would be a good place to stop off and grab a coffee before shopping around. The inside is decently set up, but there is an extremely limited number of seats for the busy-ness level they face. They do have some extra seating outside, with misters to help cool it off in the hot summer months. The staff was nice and friendly. The drinks were well made and tasted as per usual. Overall: B A decent stop off before shopping the area, but may not be able to find a seat if you are looking to sit and hang. "A-OK."
(3)
Lily R.
Meh: it's your typical Starbucks. Not the most impressed with the service/coffee/prices/etc. First time: I ordered a frap with no whip or extra stuff. It comes back with big unsippable chunks of ice. Me: OK they were in a hurry but I'm still pissed; I want my $8 coffee to at least be drinkable dammit. Second time: I want a blended black coffee. They didn't understand me and acted like I was being stupid. OK fine I'll have a frap this time don't fuck it up. Save your money and time and go to dutch bros right down the street
(2)
Lanay G.
Not my favorite location. Stopped in this evening and had to wait about 10 minutes with only one person ahead of me. The barista would take the order, go start on the drink, come back for payment, then finish the drink. Repeat routine for next customer. Inefficient. She was very friendly though.
(3)
Faraaz Z.
This is your typical Starbucks. Things you may want to know: steep driveway when entering plaza, no drive-thru at this location, next to gas station (in case you need to fill up, too), nearby Ross (in case you like to shop while you caffeinate). The employees at this Starbucks are predominantly women. They are all very friendly and pretty quick. This location has a pretty small inside area, but there is a pretty large patio to make up for that. Clean bathrooms and interesting trivia--basically your standard experience. As far as the coffee, I only really drink it black and unsweetened (hot or iced) but I can say that on rare occasions, it tastes slightly burnt. The iced coffee has never failed me, though.
(3)
Andrew S.
Not great, but not awful. This is your typical Starbucks. It's usually pretty average, however the last few times my coffee has tasted burnt. One time, they warned me saying it was the bottom of the batch but the two subsequent times I have not received such a disclaimer. Also, my recent Pumpkin Spice latte tasted strange, and my friend said it tasted like hot chocolate. Not good, but not awful. There is limited seating inside, but the patio makes up for it with various groupings of tables and chairs. I always see folks hanging out and talking - what I like to see at a coffee shop. No drive-thru, which is a let-down, though I like being forced to enjoy the full Starbucks experience sometimes. What brings me back is location, my caffeine fix, quick service and a new trivia question on the whiteboard every week! What is Philematology? The baristas here will know.
(3)
Matthew R.
I have never experienced better hospitality at a coffee shop, restaurant or any other food & drink related establishment in. my. life. I refuse to go anywhere else. The employees are extremely customer-centric and deserve a big shout out. So here it is: BIG SHOUT OUT! :)
(5)
Sue C.
Stopped by on a cold, rainy morning for a hot cup of coffee. I should have gone to Steve's Expresso on McClintock and Southern or maybe Gold Bar across the parking lot. It had been a while since I visited a Starbucks so I had forgotten how BITTER this coffee is. The indoor seating (extremely limited) was all taken so I had to sit in the cold damp overhang to drink my coffee. Thanks for the reminder of why I usually get coffee from the local shops instead of this chain.
(1)
Tarrah C.
This is not my favorite starbucks location. Most Starbucks staff are usually over the top bubbly, even in the morning (of course, I would be too if I had a constant flow of caffeine available to me at all times) For some reason at this location, it's like the baristas don't like coffee or something....just not very welcoming people as I have experienced in other stores. One time, they even served me my oatmeal raw.......that's how I know none of them actually drink coffee :/ caffeine wouldn't let you forget a thing like HOT WATER to go in your oatmeal.......
(2)
Barbara B.
They were really helpful. The girls behind the counter were really nice. The wait wasn't too long, especially for 8:30 in the morning. When I got my drink the lady wanted me to make sure it tasted good before I left. Very considerate. It was perfect =]
(4)
Ken G.
Nice location, prompt efficient service. Keeper.
(4)
Mo H.
I was in a time crunch and needed a little caffeine to start my day. Drive-thru yeah! Well, if I would have noticed the long long long line in the drive-thru I probably should have opted to go inside or bypass all together. Well, I made it to my destination on time. But a bit stressed. My iced peppermint latte was just what I needed and it was soooooo good. I am used to having Starbucks at the airport and it just never seems to taste right, so I was super happy to have it just like I like it. Thanks for the boost of energy which was needed on this particilar day:)
(4)
Amy B.
Did you know that Starbucks now offers free Wifi? You no longer have to pay to surf the net here. Amazing! I've been going to various Starbucks for years. Surprisingly, I've never been to this location before, because I am usually at Goldbar right across the parking lot. Recently, I found out from another Starbucks that they've dropped the charges for thier internet service. So, since I was a little burnt out on going to Goldbar, I decided to mix things up and come here for a change. The interior seating is limited. Not a whole lot of places to sit, especially if your trying to plug your computer in like myself. There is seating outside, but I try to avoid it in the summer if I can, even with the spritzers. I placed my order for an Arnold Palmer. After I paid, I sat down at my computer and waited for my drink....and waited some more...and more waiting. It wasn't until another customer told me that my drink was ready that I was even aware that the drink was done and just sitting on the counter. I was sitting, literally, right in front of the register! How could they not have annouced that my drink was ready? I sat there for a good 5 minutes! Its hot outside! I'd like my drink! Normally, I stand by the bar area and wait for my drink, and they will annouce when its done. Not here! Minus points for that, especially considering I was sitting right there! Anyways, I will probably be back to this location, but only as a back up to when A) Goldbar is full and I need to get online, or B) when I'm sick of Goldbar and need a change of pace. These situations happen on a regular basis, and its nice to mix things up every once in a while.
(3)
Jason M.
this is my fav starbux the drinks are perfect the store is allways clean and the servers are allways nice
(5)
Mike B.
This is my favorite Starbucks in Tempe. Over the past year they have hired some awesome baristas that are much more friendly than what's been around in years past. Plus, I love the trivia they have on the white board behind the espresso machines. It can get busy in there but it's a good mix of students, young professionals and older folks from the surrounding neighborhoods. Lots of patio seating as well.
(4)
Rosie M.
I live this location because there is not a crazy line on Saturday mornings and they brew their iced coffee to perfection. As a former sbux employee, I can taste that some other locations don't know how to brew it correctly because it tastes watery :/
(5)
Daniel B.
If you don't know what Starbucks has to offer by now you've been living in a cave. If you're looking for something different Gold Bar is way better, and it's located in the same parking lot. I believe in supporting local joints first over huge corporations. If you want the same old thing Starbucks is great. But if you want something new, fresh, fun, and to support a local business, take your money to Gold Bar. I promise you wont be disappointed.
(3)
Pierre Trudeau I.
Please 'scuze my French in this review but I am pissed off. Cool cafes are hard to come by in the Valley. Tempe's Gold Bar is one of them and it's been here a long time. I go back a long ways with this one, having spent many late nights studying for the bar exam here. The fucking assholes who own Starbucks, knowing this place's popularity, decided to plant one of their cancer-like franchise locations in the very same plaza, just 10-20 yards away. An obvious attempt by a boring, uncreative national franchise to bully a local favorite out of business. Boycott this location, please. I think the local favorite gets the last laugh though. As I drove by the Starbucks in amazement at their hostile choice of location, it looked totally devoid of customers to me. The Gold Bar however is packed, and I had to sit at an outside table in the cold for 20 mins before a single chair inside freed up. There's a live jazz band playing at the moment. Life is good. Fuck you, Starbucks.
April A.
Starbucks is my ultimate go-to place for coffee. I don't go there a lot because I can't always afford it, but when I do, it's a treat in itself. Love their specialty drinks and the wonderful customer service I receive each time I go. Also, Starbucks is one place I love receiving gift cards from for the reason of treating myself or just something different from the usual. This location is always quick and reliable and I keep going back because their service is top-notch!
(5)Ben R.
Overall good Starbucks to go to when your shopping in area. Pros: -Great coffee -Staff is nice -I like the misters outside Cons: -Dirtier than most,especially outside -No comfortable seats,maybe that's intentional so you don't stay too long.
(3)Kate K.
Other reviewers are hating on this location because it's by a local coffee shop. I get it. Starbucks seems to routinely move in next to its competitors. But yelp exists to review single spots, so let me assure you, fellow Yelper, that there is nothing particularly wrong with this Starbucks location except that it doesn't have a drive through. Otherwise it'd be just as fine as the (thousands of) other Starbucks.
(3)Stacy F.
Have to agree with Andrew S. on this one - not good, not bad. The location itself is in a strip with some other shops, so this would be a good place to stop off and grab a coffee before shopping around. The inside is decently set up, but there is an extremely limited number of seats for the busy-ness level they face. They do have some extra seating outside, with misters to help cool it off in the hot summer months. The staff was nice and friendly. The drinks were well made and tasted as per usual. Overall: B A decent stop off before shopping the area, but may not be able to find a seat if you are looking to sit and hang. "A-OK."
(3)Lily R.
Meh: it's your typical Starbucks. Not the most impressed with the service/coffee/prices/etc. First time: I ordered a frap with no whip or extra stuff. It comes back with big unsippable chunks of ice. Me: OK they were in a hurry but I'm still pissed; I want my $8 coffee to at least be drinkable dammit. Second time: I want a blended black coffee. They didn't understand me and acted like I was being stupid. OK fine I'll have a frap this time don't fuck it up. Save your money and time and go to dutch bros right down the street
(2)Lanay G.
Not my favorite location. Stopped in this evening and had to wait about 10 minutes with only one person ahead of me. The barista would take the order, go start on the drink, come back for payment, then finish the drink. Repeat routine for next customer. Inefficient. She was very friendly though.
(3)Faraaz Z.
This is your typical Starbucks. Things you may want to know: steep driveway when entering plaza, no drive-thru at this location, next to gas station (in case you need to fill up, too), nearby Ross (in case you like to shop while you caffeinate). The employees at this Starbucks are predominantly women. They are all very friendly and pretty quick. This location has a pretty small inside area, but there is a pretty large patio to make up for that. Clean bathrooms and interesting trivia--basically your standard experience. As far as the coffee, I only really drink it black and unsweetened (hot or iced) but I can say that on rare occasions, it tastes slightly burnt. The iced coffee has never failed me, though.
(3)Andrew S.
Not great, but not awful. This is your typical Starbucks. It's usually pretty average, however the last few times my coffee has tasted burnt. One time, they warned me saying it was the bottom of the batch but the two subsequent times I have not received such a disclaimer. Also, my recent Pumpkin Spice latte tasted strange, and my friend said it tasted like hot chocolate. Not good, but not awful. There is limited seating inside, but the patio makes up for it with various groupings of tables and chairs. I always see folks hanging out and talking - what I like to see at a coffee shop. No drive-thru, which is a let-down, though I like being forced to enjoy the full Starbucks experience sometimes. What brings me back is location, my caffeine fix, quick service and a new trivia question on the whiteboard every week! What is Philematology? The baristas here will know.
(3)Matthew R.
I have never experienced better hospitality at a coffee shop, restaurant or any other food & drink related establishment in. my. life. I refuse to go anywhere else. The employees are extremely customer-centric and deserve a big shout out. So here it is: BIG SHOUT OUT! :)
(5)Sue C.
Stopped by on a cold, rainy morning for a hot cup of coffee. I should have gone to Steve's Expresso on McClintock and Southern or maybe Gold Bar across the parking lot. It had been a while since I visited a Starbucks so I had forgotten how BITTER this coffee is. The indoor seating (extremely limited) was all taken so I had to sit in the cold damp overhang to drink my coffee. Thanks for the reminder of why I usually get coffee from the local shops instead of this chain.
(1)Tarrah C.
This is not my favorite starbucks location. Most Starbucks staff are usually over the top bubbly, even in the morning (of course, I would be too if I had a constant flow of caffeine available to me at all times) For some reason at this location, it's like the baristas don't like coffee or something....just not very welcoming people as I have experienced in other stores. One time, they even served me my oatmeal raw.......that's how I know none of them actually drink coffee :/ caffeine wouldn't let you forget a thing like HOT WATER to go in your oatmeal.......
(2)Barbara B.
They were really helpful. The girls behind the counter were really nice. The wait wasn't too long, especially for 8:30 in the morning. When I got my drink the lady wanted me to make sure it tasted good before I left. Very considerate. It was perfect =]
(4)Ken G.
Nice location, prompt efficient service. Keeper.
(4)Mo H.
I was in a time crunch and needed a little caffeine to start my day. Drive-thru yeah! Well, if I would have noticed the long long long line in the drive-thru I probably should have opted to go inside or bypass all together. Well, I made it to my destination on time. But a bit stressed. My iced peppermint latte was just what I needed and it was soooooo good. I am used to having Starbucks at the airport and it just never seems to taste right, so I was super happy to have it just like I like it. Thanks for the boost of energy which was needed on this particilar day:)
(4)Amy B.
Did you know that Starbucks now offers free Wifi? You no longer have to pay to surf the net here. Amazing! I've been going to various Starbucks for years. Surprisingly, I've never been to this location before, because I am usually at Goldbar right across the parking lot. Recently, I found out from another Starbucks that they've dropped the charges for thier internet service. So, since I was a little burnt out on going to Goldbar, I decided to mix things up and come here for a change. The interior seating is limited. Not a whole lot of places to sit, especially if your trying to plug your computer in like myself. There is seating outside, but I try to avoid it in the summer if I can, even with the spritzers. I placed my order for an Arnold Palmer. After I paid, I sat down at my computer and waited for my drink....and waited some more...and more waiting. It wasn't until another customer told me that my drink was ready that I was even aware that the drink was done and just sitting on the counter. I was sitting, literally, right in front of the register! How could they not have annouced that my drink was ready? I sat there for a good 5 minutes! Its hot outside! I'd like my drink! Normally, I stand by the bar area and wait for my drink, and they will annouce when its done. Not here! Minus points for that, especially considering I was sitting right there! Anyways, I will probably be back to this location, but only as a back up to when A) Goldbar is full and I need to get online, or B) when I'm sick of Goldbar and need a change of pace. These situations happen on a regular basis, and its nice to mix things up every once in a while.
(3)Jason M.
this is my fav starbux the drinks are perfect the store is allways clean and the servers are allways nice
(5)Mike B.
This is my favorite Starbucks in Tempe. Over the past year they have hired some awesome baristas that are much more friendly than what's been around in years past. Plus, I love the trivia they have on the white board behind the espresso machines. It can get busy in there but it's a good mix of students, young professionals and older folks from the surrounding neighborhoods. Lots of patio seating as well.
(4)Rosie M.
I live this location because there is not a crazy line on Saturday mornings and they brew their iced coffee to perfection. As a former sbux employee, I can taste that some other locations don't know how to brew it correctly because it tastes watery :/
(5)Daniel B.
If you don't know what Starbucks has to offer by now you've been living in a cave. If you're looking for something different Gold Bar is way better, and it's located in the same parking lot. I believe in supporting local joints first over huge corporations. If you want the same old thing Starbucks is great. But if you want something new, fresh, fun, and to support a local business, take your money to Gold Bar. I promise you wont be disappointed.
(3)Pierre Trudeau I.
Please 'scuze my French in this review but I am pissed off. Cool cafes are hard to come by in the Valley. Tempe's Gold Bar is one of them and it's been here a long time. I go back a long ways with this one, having spent many late nights studying for the bar exam here. The fucking assholes who own Starbucks, knowing this place's popularity, decided to plant one of their cancer-like franchise locations in the very same plaza, just 10-20 yards away. An obvious attempt by a boring, uncreative national franchise to bully a local favorite out of business. Boycott this location, please. I think the local favorite gets the last laugh though. As I drove by the Starbucks in amazement at their hostile choice of location, it looked totally devoid of customers to me. The Gold Bar however is packed, and I had to sit at an outside table in the cold for 20 mins before a single chair inside freed up. There's a live jazz band playing at the moment. Life is good. Fuck you, Starbucks.
(1)