Small, cramped Tower of babel store. Wide mix of Slavs, Indians, Asians, and white guys scoping out the women headed to the back with expired coffee leases. Nice staff, standard fare, loads of parking - the lot if tricky, beware idiots making wide right turns to leave lest your coffee experience become a fender bender bad day. Dig the staff here. Small place, door right on the corner so park around the side. =;^)
(4)
Bert V.
This is a decent Starbucks location and fairly small. Much of the space is allocated for the line-up queue. There are some small tables on the side which are good for pairs of people to chat, but not great for group get-togethers. The main thing I like about this location is the friendly staff and the good service.
(3)
Vivian W.
Small starbucks! NO DRIVE THRU. It is a little hidden so every time I was here, there was rarely any line. There are only two tables inside and a couple of them outside. I wouldn't come here to study because the space is a little cramped. People would be standing right next to you waiting in line if you were sitting in one of the tables. That is how small this place is. But, Starbucks is Starbucks, come here for a coffee fix, pick it up and go!
(3)
Aaron M.
This is not a huge Starbucks though nice inside. The girl that takes your order is very friendly and even bubbly, which is the last think I want when I am trying to get a fix. They can't seem to get consistancy on their drinks. Some have been decent, as far as starbucks goes, others have been awfull. I had one that had so many grounds in my latte that I am sure he accidently used the grain discard cup. This is no fault of Ms Bubbly though she is awesome.
(3)
Alicia H.
Starbucks inside a store always bums me out and this one adds to it to my ever growing frustration of "Starbucks employees" (which I don't truly believe are) acting on behalf of Starbucks but don't know jack. I'll hit up this location if I've failed miserably to get to my other fave locations during the fall for my husband's Microsoft league football games. THAT is the only reason.
(3)
Gracey A.
The picture shown is not the right Starbucks. This Starbucks is located on Bel-red road right next to the sprint store, Sears auto, and jitters (a competing coffee place) and across from taco bell and Jack N' the box. It has a great staff and the manager makes amazing foam for lattes... Like creamy foam not that crappy foam they serve you at the Starbucks next to Safeway. One thing about this place is you'll be taken care of and also receive a good laugh.
(5)
Jonathan A.
This is, without question, the worst Starbucks on the planet. Cramped, crappy music (which is normal at a Starbucks) and to top it all off, the scene behind the counter is a class A clusterfuck. To make things even better, I just heard a girl behind the counter tell her co-worker that she was going to step away to "Take care of her business". Barf.
(1)
Rose B.
This SBUX is too small for the demand. There's never seating and there's not really enough room to form a line. The people here are usually nice but I like to have a place to sit and read while I drink my $5 drink. Their food selection is good and the drinks always come out right. This is a good place to stop for a quickie but not somewhere to stay.
(3)
Mrk P.
Fun and friendly service. Quick baristas. Good use of space, plenty of seating options and retail on the floor. Nor really on a "main drag" but consistently busy. Had a great expereince here. Would definately go back.
(4)
Benni M.
Five bucks for a mocha? Get out of here. And don't let the door hit you in the ass on the way out.
(2)
Paul C.
Ahh, Starbucks. Home of extremely overpriced coffee. However, everyone pays the price lol. I come where when I'm in the area. I prefer jitters to this place though. Workers are always friendly when I'm here.
(3)
Lawrence C.
Great service and friendly. The iced fraps are well made!
(5)
Amy I.
6/1/2013 4:40pm: Ordered a Kid's temp whole milk steamer for the baby. We've been told its set at 100 degrees fahrenheight which sounds like a lot but it actually really good because its close to body temp (think breast milk, sorry if that's TMI). This is something we've done tons of times from many a Starbucks and other coffee chains with no problem. It's a great option to carrying coolers of milk around town when you know you're out for a full day of errands. But this time we got a super scalding hot milk. I'm so glad I check the temp every time before giving my baby her milk because this would have seriously burned her mouth and throat. I'm so upset. And my child is screaming because we took her milk away to cool it down. My husband ran in to cool the bottle down under the tap and he told the baristas about the milk temp and they seemed apologetic asking if our baby was burned and saying their machine is automatically set at 120 degrees. (Eeek!!!) They said they would adjust it. I hope they do. I'm glad I pay attention to what my child drinks and that she wasn't hurt but I hope they don't hurt any other kids with hot drinks. Word to the wise: check your kids' drinks, especially for the young ones, because its better to be safe than sorry.
(1)
Maggie F.
As far as food, drink, service goes, there were no surprises. It was just like every other Starbucks chain store I have visited. I came here to meet with a company from Redmond for a job interview. When I arrived, I noticed over half the people there were also for job interviews. I know it sounds crazy, but if you are unemployed and want to work for a company in Redmond, come in with your resumes. Or if that sounds too freaky for you, just be ready to network with people there. I heard someone talking about their experience as Facebook engineer, this guy starting a new firm, that person working at a venture capital. No seriously, this is not your average Starbucks where Moms come in to chat with their friends over Latte.
(5)
Allison H.
This is my Starbucks when I am in the area. The picture that is showing is not the correct location. This one is located next to Quizzno's and Sprint store that is around the corner from Sear's and Marshalls The barista's are always friendly with no B.S. They are quick and it does it packed at noon time. If they mess up the drink they don't argue with you or give you grief. They just remake it and quickly. They are pretty much always busy. BE NICE TO YOUR BARISTA!! they work as fast as they can and always do a good job.. at least at this one. Have you ever steamed milk and brewed hot coffee in under 60 seconds and not burn yourself? yeah didnt think so. All the prices at Starbucks are the same. If you don't want to spend $5.00 on a mocha...then go some place else or get a smaller size. I wish they had left the big purple chairs though.
(5)
Marc M.
I was very impressed with the level of service at this location from the friendliness of the staff to how quickly they moved through the line. They even addressed a few people by name as I'm sure they have a steady stream of regulars. The only thing I ever order from Starbucks is the chonga bagel as I am not a coffee drinker, but that item alone is definitely worth going in for.
(4)
Jon L.
First off, the picture for this Yelp listing is not right. The Starbucks at this location is the one at Overlake Plaza. Overlake Plaza is the shopping complex in which Sears and Marshalls are tenants. This is not the store next to Safeway as the picture indicates which is on NE 24th St. Comparing these two stores by size, this location is a smidge larger. But not by much. There is limited seating here. If you are dining in, you are better off visiting the Crossroads or Kelsey Creek location which have more space. On the plus side, parking is plentiful. Though you may have to park a little further away as the spaces closest to the Starbucks might be filled. This Starbucks is alright. I think this store is more suited as a grab and go coffee spot rather than one in which you can lounge in for very long due to the limited seating situation.
Evil W.
Small, cramped Tower of babel store. Wide mix of Slavs, Indians, Asians, and white guys scoping out the women headed to the back with expired coffee leases. Nice staff, standard fare, loads of parking - the lot if tricky, beware idiots making wide right turns to leave lest your coffee experience become a fender bender bad day. Dig the staff here. Small place, door right on the corner so park around the side. =;^)
(4)Bert V.
This is a decent Starbucks location and fairly small. Much of the space is allocated for the line-up queue. There are some small tables on the side which are good for pairs of people to chat, but not great for group get-togethers. The main thing I like about this location is the friendly staff and the good service.
(3)Vivian W.
Small starbucks! NO DRIVE THRU. It is a little hidden so every time I was here, there was rarely any line. There are only two tables inside and a couple of them outside. I wouldn't come here to study because the space is a little cramped. People would be standing right next to you waiting in line if you were sitting in one of the tables. That is how small this place is. But, Starbucks is Starbucks, come here for a coffee fix, pick it up and go!
(3)Aaron M.
This is not a huge Starbucks though nice inside. The girl that takes your order is very friendly and even bubbly, which is the last think I want when I am trying to get a fix. They can't seem to get consistancy on their drinks. Some have been decent, as far as starbucks goes, others have been awfull. I had one that had so many grounds in my latte that I am sure he accidently used the grain discard cup. This is no fault of Ms Bubbly though she is awesome.
(3)Alicia H.
Starbucks inside a store always bums me out and this one adds to it to my ever growing frustration of "Starbucks employees" (which I don't truly believe are) acting on behalf of Starbucks but don't know jack. I'll hit up this location if I've failed miserably to get to my other fave locations during the fall for my husband's Microsoft league football games. THAT is the only reason.
(3)Gracey A.
The picture shown is not the right Starbucks. This Starbucks is located on Bel-red road right next to the sprint store, Sears auto, and jitters (a competing coffee place) and across from taco bell and Jack N' the box. It has a great staff and the manager makes amazing foam for lattes... Like creamy foam not that crappy foam they serve you at the Starbucks next to Safeway. One thing about this place is you'll be taken care of and also receive a good laugh.
(5)Jonathan A.
This is, without question, the worst Starbucks on the planet. Cramped, crappy music (which is normal at a Starbucks) and to top it all off, the scene behind the counter is a class A clusterfuck. To make things even better, I just heard a girl behind the counter tell her co-worker that she was going to step away to "Take care of her business". Barf.
(1)Rose B.
This SBUX is too small for the demand. There's never seating and there's not really enough room to form a line. The people here are usually nice but I like to have a place to sit and read while I drink my $5 drink. Their food selection is good and the drinks always come out right. This is a good place to stop for a quickie but not somewhere to stay.
(3)Mrk P.
Fun and friendly service. Quick baristas. Good use of space, plenty of seating options and retail on the floor. Nor really on a "main drag" but consistently busy. Had a great expereince here. Would definately go back.
(4)Benni M.
Five bucks for a mocha? Get out of here. And don't let the door hit you in the ass on the way out.
(2)Paul C.
Ahh, Starbucks. Home of extremely overpriced coffee. However, everyone pays the price lol. I come where when I'm in the area. I prefer jitters to this place though. Workers are always friendly when I'm here.
(3)Lawrence C.
Great service and friendly. The iced fraps are well made!
(5)Amy I.
6/1/2013 4:40pm: Ordered a Kid's temp whole milk steamer for the baby. We've been told its set at 100 degrees fahrenheight which sounds like a lot but it actually really good because its close to body temp (think breast milk, sorry if that's TMI). This is something we've done tons of times from many a Starbucks and other coffee chains with no problem. It's a great option to carrying coolers of milk around town when you know you're out for a full day of errands. But this time we got a super scalding hot milk. I'm so glad I check the temp every time before giving my baby her milk because this would have seriously burned her mouth and throat. I'm so upset. And my child is screaming because we took her milk away to cool it down. My husband ran in to cool the bottle down under the tap and he told the baristas about the milk temp and they seemed apologetic asking if our baby was burned and saying their machine is automatically set at 120 degrees. (Eeek!!!) They said they would adjust it. I hope they do. I'm glad I pay attention to what my child drinks and that she wasn't hurt but I hope they don't hurt any other kids with hot drinks. Word to the wise: check your kids' drinks, especially for the young ones, because its better to be safe than sorry.
(1)Maggie F.
As far as food, drink, service goes, there were no surprises. It was just like every other Starbucks chain store I have visited. I came here to meet with a company from Redmond for a job interview. When I arrived, I noticed over half the people there were also for job interviews. I know it sounds crazy, but if you are unemployed and want to work for a company in Redmond, come in with your resumes. Or if that sounds too freaky for you, just be ready to network with people there. I heard someone talking about their experience as Facebook engineer, this guy starting a new firm, that person working at a venture capital. No seriously, this is not your average Starbucks where Moms come in to chat with their friends over Latte.
(5)Allison H.
This is my Starbucks when I am in the area. The picture that is showing is not the correct location. This one is located next to Quizzno's and Sprint store that is around the corner from Sear's and Marshalls The barista's are always friendly with no B.S. They are quick and it does it packed at noon time. If they mess up the drink they don't argue with you or give you grief. They just remake it and quickly. They are pretty much always busy. BE NICE TO YOUR BARISTA!! they work as fast as they can and always do a good job.. at least at this one. Have you ever steamed milk and brewed hot coffee in under 60 seconds and not burn yourself? yeah didnt think so. All the prices at Starbucks are the same. If you don't want to spend $5.00 on a mocha...then go some place else or get a smaller size. I wish they had left the big purple chairs though.
(5)Marc M.
I was very impressed with the level of service at this location from the friendliness of the staff to how quickly they moved through the line. They even addressed a few people by name as I'm sure they have a steady stream of regulars. The only thing I ever order from Starbucks is the chonga bagel as I am not a coffee drinker, but that item alone is definitely worth going in for.
(4)Jon L.
First off, the picture for this Yelp listing is not right. The Starbucks at this location is the one at Overlake Plaza. Overlake Plaza is the shopping complex in which Sears and Marshalls are tenants. This is not the store next to Safeway as the picture indicates which is on NE 24th St. Comparing these two stores by size, this location is a smidge larger. But not by much. There is limited seating here. If you are dining in, you are better off visiting the Crossroads or Kelsey Creek location which have more space. On the plus side, parking is plentiful. Though you may have to park a little further away as the spaces closest to the Starbucks might be filled. This Starbucks is alright. I think this store is more suited as a grab and go coffee spot rather than one in which you can lounge in for very long due to the limited seating situation.
(3)